Office Hours with David Meltzer

Pam Meissner Pam Meissner is a distinguished leader in finance and operations, having held CFO, COO, and CEO roles across various industries. Renowned for scaling companies to billion-dollar valuations, she specializes in transforming complex financial data into clear, strategic insights that empower executives to make confident, growth-driven decisions. Her global experience—shaped by extensive travel and exposure to diverse cultures—deepens her approach to leadership, emphasizing adaptability, innovation, and inclusive thinking. Pam’s story is also one of remarkable resilience. Recently widowed after 30 years of marriage, she continues to lead with purpose while honoring the partnership that shaped her life. As a devoted mother and advocate, she celebrates her son’s recent college graduation—a major achievement for him as a young adult with autism. Derek Andersen For the past 15 years, Derek has focused on building and scaling global communities. He is the co-founder and CEO of Bevy, a SaaS platform that helps companies like Salesforce, Atlassian, Google, Snowflake, and Adobe run both virtual and in-person events. Under his leadership, Bevy has raised $60M from investors such as Accel and Upfront Ventures. He also co-founded Startup Grind, now one of the world’s largest entrepreneur communities with 600 chapters in 125 countries and over 20,000 events hosted since 2012. Previously, Derek co-founded Commonred (later acquired by Income.com) and worked as a product manager at Electronic Arts. He also hosts Divot, a community bringing together top investors, founders, and visionaries who are shaping what’s next. Liesel Mertes Liesel Mertes is a nationally recognized keynote speaker, trainer, and workplace empathy expert whose work is rooted in profound personal experience. After the loss of her daughter, Mercy Joan, she gained a deep understanding of what people truly need to feel supported at work during life’s most challenging moments. As the Founder of Handle With Care Consulting, she has pioneered a new category in workplace empathy, helping companies create cultures where compassion, connection, and high performance go hand in hand. Liesel has become a trusted partner to organizations worldwide, including Winnebago, MetLife, the Canadian Government, and Fannie Mae. Her expertise spans grief, change fatigue, and the many disruptions that impact employees’ lives, and she brings this knowledge to her work as a keynote speaker, consultant, writer, and host of the Handle With Care podcast.

Joey Goone Joey Goone is the President of Utopia Experience, a national event production company that transforms conferences, masterminds, and galas into meaningful, unforgettable experiences. His team manages everything from AV and video to event planning and show calling, ensuring each moment is intentional and impactful. Joey is also a board member of the Entrepreneurs Organization in St. Louis and a member of GoBundance, reflecting his dedication to community-building and events that inspire change. A second-generation entrepreneur, Joey successfully transformed his family’s legacy business into a thriving enterprise. Tia Katz Tia Katz is the Founder and CEO of HU-X, a leadership development firm that partners with Fortune 500 companies to cultivate cultures where employees can show up authentically. Her journey is remarkable: she failed every subject until seventh grade due to undiagnosed dyslexia, an experience that taught her to experiment boldly and learn quickly. These traits propelled her from being the only woman on Intel cleanroom crews to executive roles at IBM and Citi, and ultimately to founding her own company. Tia brings a unique perspective to leadership, offering powerful lessons on personal transformation and actionable strategies for creating authentic workplace cultures. Tim and Adam Burke Tim and Adam are a father-son duo and business and technology experts who run a 30-year-old managed IT services firm. They specialize in providing flexible IT solutions that address customer challenges and help businesses adapt and thrive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Their company, which began in a garage, has grown into a global business serving mid- to large-sized organizations for over 35 years. The duo is deeply committed to fostering a work environment that values client and employee satisfaction, company growth, and community engagement. Their story highlights both the legacy and the future of a family-run business, making them ideal candidates for a podcast discussion on entrepreneurship, long-term business growth, and navigating the ever-changing world of technology.

Meghan Clor Meghan Clor is a business coach, marketing strategist, and co-founder of AutomateMe Digital Marketing Agency. She is the creator of the Smart Growth Marketing Method, a proprietary coaching system designed to help women entrepreneurs build profitable, freedom-driven businesses in months rather than years. Her agency provides done-for-you marketing systems including funnels, copy, websites, and automation so business owners can scale efficiently without being tied to their screens. After experiencing burnout from “Superwoman Syndrome,” Meghan transformed her approach to entrepreneurship by building a business that thrives even when she steps away. She now teaches small and start-up business owners how to compress years of trial and error into proven shortcuts that deliver real growth without sacrificing balance. Mike Radoor Mike Radoor is a serial entrepreneur who built a $300M+ business empire, creating multiple companies from the ground up to eight-figure exits. Recognized as a Monaco Voice Top 40 Under 40 honoree, Mike combines his business acumen with his life experiences to guide others in overcoming destructive patterns. Despite his business success, he faced personal struggles, including addiction and the challenges of self-sabotage, which led him to confront the gap between professional achievement and personal character. Today, Mike is a character transformation and self-sabotage coach, helping high-achieving men rebuild from the inside out.

Ariana Tutwiler Ariana Tutwiler serve as Co-CEO of The Pinkypromise. Their mission is simple yet deeply personal. Having been directly affected by pediatric cancer, they are dedicated to advocating for children and families facing similar battles. Through The Pinkypromise, they provide compassion, support, and essential resources while creating moments that spark joy, connection, and community during the most challenging times. Tai Emery Tai Emery is a professional combat sports athlete, model, and entrepreneur known for her fearless presence in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), Power Slap, and Misfits Boxing. A former electrical engineer turned global fighter, Tai blends discipline, sensuality, and strategy—earning recognition as both a world-class athlete and a trailblazing creator. Beyond the ring, she empowers others to reclaim confidence and self-worth through sport, performance science, and authentic expression. Michael King Michael King is more than a keynote speaker—he’s a catalyst for transformation. As an executive coach, recording artist, and world-class performer, Michael refuses to let people stay stagnant. His mission is to ignite purpose, awaken potential, and help audiences see the reality of a better future. As the founder of TEAMS.Coach, Michael has advised executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations from Fortune 500 companies to high-growth startups. He is the creator of the TEAMS Method, host of The Level Up Leader Podcast, and a trusted voice on team dynamics, identity-driven leadership, and the future of work.

Debra Clary Dr. Debra Clary is a leadership strategist, best-selling author, and award-winning speaker whose upcoming book, The Curiosity Curve (Fast Company Press, October 2025), explores how bold questions can transform culture and performance. With more than 30 years of executive experience at renowned companies like Frito-Lay, Coca-Cola, Jack Daniel’s, and Humana, she brings a rare 360-degree perspective across operations, sales, marketing, and strategy. Her work centers on helping leaders and teams unlock growth through curiosity, courage, and authentic connection. David Goldstein David serves as both the CEO of Travel Alberta and the Deputy Minister of Tourism and Sport, where he works across sectors to position Alberta as a premier place to visit, work, live, and play. Under his leadership, Travel Alberta has successfully promoted and developed unique provincial destinations, achieving a full tourism recovery two years ahead of schedule. His previous roles as President and CEO of Destination Canada and the Tourism Industry Association of Canada further strengthened his national impact, and Alberta remains one of the few regions in Canada focused on increasing visitor spend—aiming for $25 billion by 2035. Central to Travel Alberta’s strategy are four key priorities: driving rural development and year-round experiences, developing well-managed recreation through all-season resorts, and supporting Indigenous-led tourism to create sustainable prosperity and authentic cultural connections. Sal Salpietro Sal Salpietro, widely known as The ATM CEO, is a national authority on ATM operations, financial crimes, and cash access advocacy. He is the Founder and CEO of ATM Universal Processors (ATM UP), a nationwide ISO/processor supporting the ATM industry since 2007, and Eredità Capital, an investment firm managing ATM portfolios, real estate, and alternative assets projected to surpass $1 billion AUM by 2030. Sal is also a trusted expert to the FBI and U.S. Secret Service, frequently advising on federal cases involving skimming, jackpotting, and other organized financial crimes. With deep expertise in the 12 regulatory bodies governing ATM operations including the FDIC, OCC, CFPB, and Federal Reserve, Sal helps financial institutions navigate complex compliance requirements with clarity and practicality.