Leadership Lounge
The Leadership Lounge with Saman Samii and Mitch Slater, powered by UBS, brings you exclusive conversations with some of the world’s top business leaders. Discover their unique stories, insights on success, and strategies for growth in this must-listen podcast for entrepreneurs and leaders alike.
20 Aug 2026
The Performance Edge: Health, Sleep & Leadership with Dylan Gambardella
In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Dylan Gambardella, Founder and CEO of Different Health. Dylan shares his entrepreneurial journey, the vision behind Different Health, and what he has learned building and leading a company in the health and wellness space. We also dive into the connection between health, performance, and leadership, including practical habits that can make a meaningful difference. You especially do not want to miss Dylan’s insights and tips around sleep and why it matters far more than most people realize.
21 Jul 2026
From Humble Beginnings to Global Impact with Das Nobel, Founder & CEO of MTX Group
In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Das Nobel, Founder and CEO of MTX Group, to discuss one of the most remarkable entrepreneurial journeys you will hear. After immigrating to the United States from humble beginnings in Bangladesh, Das and his wife, Nipa Nobel, built MTX Group from scratch into a globally recognized technology company serving governments and enterprises around the world. Throughout the conversation, Das shares why dreaming big has shaped every stage of his journey, the lessons learned while scaling a world-class business, and the leadership principles that have guided him along the way. He also opens up about surviving a sudden heart attack, how that life-changing experience reshaped his perspective, and why health, family, and purpose ultimately define success. This is a powerful episode for entrepreneurs, executives, and leaders looking to build something meaningful while keeping what matters most in focus.
25 Jun 2026
Leading Through Growth, Culture, and Coaching with Rich Balot
In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Rich Balot, CEO of Victra, the largest Verizon Authorized Retailer in the United States. Rich shares his leadership journey, the lessons he has learned building and leading high-performing teams, and what it takes to create a culture that continues to win as organizations grow. The conversation also dives into the importance of CEO Coaching, why great leaders continue investing in themselves, and how having the right coach and trusted advisors can elevate both leadership and business performance.
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