Ajay Prakash
Ajay Prakash is the co-founder and CEO of Rinse, a company redefining laundry and dry cleaning through a managed marketplace model built on trust, technology, and consistency. In this conversation, Ajay shares his decade-long journey building Rinse from an idea into a multi-city operation with W2-employed valets, a growing brick-and-mortar presence, and a clear vision for national scale. We explore the lessons learned from scaling a service business, the intentionality behind hiring and culture, and why Ajay believes in playing the long game in both business and in life.
Dr. John Hillen
John Hillen is a former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State, CEO, decorated Army officer, and professor of leadership and strategy. In this episode, John shares insights from his latest book, The Strategy Dialogues: A Primer on Business Strategy and Strategic Management, offering practical tools for executives navigating complexity. We discuss how dialogue sharpens strategic thinking, why leaders must build a shared vocabulary around strategy, and what separates effective decision-makers from reactive ones. A must-listen for current and aspiring C-level leaders.
Tracey Newell
Tracey Newell is a seasoned tech executive, board leader, and fierce advocate for women in leadership. As the former President of Informatica and a board member for several public companies, she brings deep experience in scaling organizations and leading high-performance teams. In this episode, Tracey shares practical insights from her new book, Hers for the Taking: Your Path to the C-Suite & Beyond, including how to cultivate executive presence, take strategic risks, and build the mindset required to lead at the highest level.
Whether you’re climbing toward the C-suite or mentoring the next generation of leaders, this conversation is packed with real-world wisdom and actionable takeaways.
Arlyn Davich
Arlyn Davich is a dynamic entrepreneur known for building bold, customer-centric brands. In this episode of Master Move, she walks us through her journey—from launching PayPerks and pioneering Walmart’s first omnichannel D2C brand, Allswell, to her current role as CEO of Free Rein Coffee Company. Arlyn shares invaluable insights on reinvention, strategic leadership, and creating brands that truly resonate. Her conversation offers actionable lessons for aspiring C-suite leaders who are ready to drive transformation in today’s competitive landscape.