Reflecting on 22 Years of Growth and Leadership with Misty Klobucher
April 16, 2026
In her final episode of Marketing Sweats, Misty Klobucher looks back on 22 years at Simantel and the lessons learned along the way.
In her final episode of Marketing Sweats, Misty Klobucher looks back on 22 years at Simantel and the lessons learned along the way.
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Misty sits down with Simantel co-owner and principal Tim Leesman to talk leadership, partnership and growth, honoring the agency’s roots and the power of strong client relationships.
Organizational health isn’t just a buzzword. Susan Reising explains how aligning teams, managing change and shaping culture strengthens leaders and brands, and how her new role at Simantel enhances the value the agency delivers to clients.
From systems thinking to scenario planning, Dan Eizans explains how future-focused strategy can help brands proactively prepare for what’s next.
Bradley University’s 13th president, James Shadid, sits down with Misty to talk leadership and his vision for the future of the university — one rooted in collaboration, community and purpose.
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