• Leading with Locally Grown Passion with Todd Shamash
    Oct 30 2025

    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.

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    26 mins
  • Leadership and Service with David Kleppinger
    Oct 23 2025

    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 key to his leadership style and success. He also offers insight into his approach to boardroom decision-making, including the significance of aligning personal values with those of the organizations he serves.

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    26 mins
  • Easy vs Right with Shila Ulrich
    Oct 16 2025

    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.

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    22 mins
  • Unlocking Passion & Leadership with Luke Bernstein
    Oct 9 2025

    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 organizational goals.

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    25 mins
  • All in the Family Business with Andrea Karns
    Nov 13 2024

    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.

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    25 mins
  • Essential Ingredients for Innovation & Growth with Wendie DiMatteo Holsinger
    Nov 6 2024

    Spicing up your leadership skills can help you stay fresh and ahead of the competition. Wendie DiMatteo Holsinger, President and CEO of A.S.K. Foods, Inc., shares her recipes for success in the food industry and in the C-Suite on this episode of PNC C-Speak: The Language of Executives.

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    30 mins
  • The Key to Longevity with Brian Hudson
    Oct 30 2024

    The key to longevity in a career is constantly learning and looking for silver-lining opportunities. Brian Hudson, retired long-time President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency, shares his wisdom on this episode of PNC C-Speak.

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    26 mins
  • The Gift of Crucible Moments with Peter Gurt
    Oct 23 2024

    Every interaction with a student provides a gift for the leadership team at Milton Hershey School to think bigger and create positive change. On this episode of PNC C-Speak, Pete Gurt, president of MHS, explores these crucible moments.

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    25 mins