From The Top with Chad Hesters is the podcast for mid-cap, family-owned, privately held, and larger organizations facing big decisions about leadership, succession, and hiring the right people. I’m Chad Hesters, executive search partner, leadership advisor, and former U.S. Naval Intelligence Officer. Each month, I sit down with CEOs, founders, board members, and leadership experts to discuss the real challenges of finding and hiring the leaders who can move a business forward and the ever-changing landscape that is the world. You won’t hear corporate jargon or fluffy theories here. Just honest stories, lessons learned, and practical advice you can use. If you’re a decision-maker who wants to avoid expensive hiring mistakes, make smarter leadership decisions and have a better understanding of the world, this show’s for you.