Cultivating an Entrepreneurial Spirit with Alyssa Quill

What does it take to turn an unexpected opportunity into a thriving business? Alyssa Quill, co-founder and CEO of Storage Asset Management, reflects on the opportunity that launched her entrepreneurial career and the lessons she’s learned while growing the York-based company to more than 600 facili…

Leading Through Listening with Brian Jackson

Effective leadership means knowing when to act, when to listen, and when to pause. Brian Jackson, Chair of McNees Wallace & Nurick, shares how lessons from coaching youth basketball have shaped his approach to consensus-building, decision-making and leading a multigenerational workforce. He also di…

Start at the End: Finding the Shared Outcome with Ryan Unger and Heather Valudes

Is the key to effective collaboration starting at the end? Ryan Unger, president and CEO of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber and CREDC, and Heather Valudes, president and CEO of the Lancaster Chamber, share how they find common ground among diverse stakeholders by focusing first on a shared outcome.…

Access and Accountability with Dr. Michael Kupferman

As CEO of Penn State Health, Dr. Michael Kupferman is focused on expanding access to high-quality care across Central Pennsylvania while fostering a culture of transparency and accountability. On this episode of PNC C-Speak, he shares how hands-on leadership and open communication help unite a grow…

Trust and Legacy: Guiding the Hershey Vision with Leslie Lenzo

Hershey Trust Company’s 120-year legacy is guided by Milton Hershey’s Deed of Trust, detailing its dual mandate to generate income for current students and grow assets for future generations. On this episode, Leslie Lenzo, CEO and Chief Investment officer of Hershey Trust Company highlights the Tru…

Leading with Locally Grown Passion with Todd Shamash

Capital Blue Cross CEO Todd Shamash discusses how he guides one of central Pennsylvania’s largest health insurers through the complexities of healthcare, regulation, and innovation—while keeping communication and culture at the center of leadership. 

Leadership and Service with David Kleppinger

David Kleppinger, Chairman Emeritus of McNees Wallace & Nurick and chair of the Penn State Board of Trustees, shares his journey and leadership principles on this episode of PNC C-Speak. David discusses the importance of hard work, inclusivity, effective communication, and humility, which have been…

Easy vs Right with Shila Ulrich

Shila Ulrich, CEO of the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank talks about stepping outside of her comfort zone in order to advance to the C-Suite. Plus, hear why she always steers toward what’s right vs what’s easy. Lots of food for thought in this episode of PNC C-Speak: The Language of Executives. 

Unlocking Passion & Leadership with Luke Bernstein

Luke Bernstein, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry, shares insights on leadership, passion, and teamwork. In this episode of PNC C-Speak Luke recounts personal experiences and the value of humility, emotional intelligence, and strategic alignment in achieving org…

All in the Family Business with Andrea Karns

Andrea Karns, CEO of Karns Foods, is a third-generation grocer who learned valuable leadership lessons from her greatest boss - her dad. On this episode of PNC C-Speak, Andrea reveals her path from the ground floor to the C-Suite of the Karns Fresh Foods supermarket chain.