Be EPIC Podcast
Brent Williams
Welcome to the Be Epic Podcast featuring Brent Williams, interim dean of the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. In each episode, you will hear from guests that will inspire you to be epic. As experts in their field, they will emphasize strategy, leadership, and entrepreneurship. This programming will highlight innovation and cutting-edge information that will leave you wanting more. Be sure to connect with Brent Williams on LinkedIn to join the conversation, access show notes and discover fantastic bonus content.
Episodes
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Jul 22, 2021 • 26min
Rich Lawrence on Lifelong Learning and Boundary Spanning in Industry and Higher Education
In this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Rich Lawrence, vice president of special markets at Helen of Troy and adjunct professor of leadership in the Sam M. Walton College of Business, to discuss being a lifelong learner. Matt and Rich explore boundary spanning in industry and higher education.
Jul 14, 2021 • 20min
Brendon Merkley on How Solar Can Improve Sustainability of Energy
In this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Brendon Merkley, Chief Operating Officer at GoodLeap to discuss his ten year career in solar and how solar can improve sustainability of our world’s energy. Merkley explains the logistics of residential solar power and how the industry is ever-changing and improving.
Jul 7, 2021 • 23min
Adam Stoverink Discusses the Walton College MBA Programs and Company Culture During Work From Home
In this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Adam Stoverink, director of MBA Programs and associate professor of management at the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. During their conversation, they discuss the differences between the MBA and EMBA programs and who benefits from each. Stoverink uses his leadership skills and management experience to explain how to keep company culture strong during the age of work from home and the process Walton College used to go fully remote in March 2020.
Jun 30, 2021 • 26min
Matt McLelland on Innovation in the Trucking Industry and His Process of Innovation
n this episode of Be EPIC, Matt Waller is joined by Matt McLelland to discuss his career in sustainability and innovation at Covenant. McLelland has recently been promoted to VP of sustainability and innovation where he continues to thrive in innovation and conceptualizing the future of the trucking industry. McLelland explores his ideas for the future and how COVID-19 has sped up innovation.
Jun 23, 2021 • 26min
Joseph Sinay’s Financial Analysis of J.B. Hunt
In this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Joseph Sinay to discuss his research on J.B. Hunt Transport Services and his thoughts on Matt’s book, “Purple on the Inside: How J.B. Hunt Transport Set Itself Apart in a Field Full of Brown Cows”.
Jun 16, 2021 • 21min
David Loseby on How His Wide Variety of Experiences Transformed His Career
In this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by David Loseby, director of procurement at Rolls-Royce, to discuss his experiences in purchasing and procurement. During their conversation, Loseby shares how his wide variety of experiences transformed his career. Stay tuned to the end to hear Loseby’s advice to graduating students.
Jun 9, 2021 • 22min
Rachel Mooreland On Brand Management and Walton College’s Role in her Career at Tyson Foods
In this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Rachel Mooreland, a brand manager for Tyson Foods and alum of the Walton College. During their conversation, Mooreland explains her role as a brand manager and details how Walton College resources helped her find an internship that led to her career at Tyson Foods.
Jun 2, 2021 • 22min
Blythe Eggleston Explains Life-long Learning in the Walton College
In this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Blythe Eggleston, the Director for Executive Education at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. During their conversation, Eggleston shares how her role at Walton College aids in life-long learning.
May 26, 2021 • 19min
Brent Williams Explains the SWOT Analysis He Created for Walton College
In this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Brent Williams, the Associate Dean for Executive Education and Outreach and Garrison Endowed Chair in Supply Chain Management at the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. During their conversation, Williams shares how he was able to develop a SWOT analysis that incorporates key trends and how this helped improve engagement to aid in the College’s continuous improvement review.
May 19, 2021 • 22min
Reginald Miller on How Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Can Shape a Company and It’s Employees.
In this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Reginald Miller, the Vice President, Global Chief Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Officer at McDonald’s, and two-time University of Arkansas graduate. During their conversation, they discuss how being authentic in your diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts can increase trust between leadership and employees. Reginald gives advice on how to find companies that align with your values and help you succeed.
