The Backstory

By: Jarrard Inc.
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  • The Backstory, formerly the High Stakes Podcast, is a new, limited series from Jarrard Inc. President and Co-Founder Anne Hancock Toomey. For nearly two decades, Jarrard – one of the nation’s top communications consulting firms for healthcare – has partnered with thousands of leaders across the country who are striving to make healthcare better every day. But this isn’t a podcast about healthcare, or politics or even communications. It’s about authentic leadership. The Backstory is about demystifying respected leaders who’ve had a lot of success along the way because of the kind of leaders they’ve chosen to be. Each person Anne interviews is visionary, of course. They’re smart as hell, and they’re fierce about their business and their mission. They’re also humble, kind and create the kind of environments in which people can thrive. They’re not perfect. But they are real. And it’s the combination of those two things that makes each one of them great. In every episode, Anne’s guest digs into who they are, where they come from and what’s influenced them to be the person and the leader that they are today.
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Episodes
  • 08. From Private to Public to Non-Profit Visionary, With Van Ton-Quinlivan

    08. From Private to Public to Non-Profit Visionary, With Van Ton-Quinlivan
    Sep 25 2024
    In this episode of The Backstory, Anne Hancock Toomey sits down with Van Ton-Quinlivan, CEO of Futuro Health, for a wide-ranging conversation on workforce development and leadership. Van takes us through her incredible journey, starting with her escape from the Vietnam war and growing up in Hawaii, and into her career that has spanned education, government and healthcare. She highlights the art of building coalitions, the importance of lifelong learning and the power of unlocking doors for others. To top it off, the episode wraps with a fast-paced lightning round, where Van shares personal habits, new projects and sharp advice for future leaders. 01:13 Van's Podcast: Workforce Rx 05:54 Career Beginnings and Mentorship 09:39 Workforce Development at Pacific Gas &Electric 12:52 Public Sector Leadership and Workforce Initiatives 15:57 Founding Futuro Health 18:50 The Highs & Lows of Futuro Health 20:39 Leadership Insights and Personal Reflections 24:27 Family and Work-Life Balance 33:05 Lightning Round Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • 07. From Appalachian Roots to Rural Healthcare Champion, with Joann Anderson

    07. From Appalachian Roots to Rural Healthcare Champion, with Joann Anderson
    Sep 11 2024
    In episode 7 of the Backstory, host and Jarrard Inc. President Anne Hancock Toomey sits down with Joanne Anderson, a 45-year veteran in healthcare leadership and a relentless advocate for rural healthcare. Anderson shares her journey from growing up in forest of rural Kentucky to becoming a bedside nurse. She describes her rapid ascent through the ranks of major healthcare organizations like Humana and HCA, eventually becoming President and CEO of UNC Health Southeastern. Anderson reflects on her roots and the influence of the Frontier Nursing Service, which ignited her passion for healthcare. She discusses key leadership lessons, the importance of resilience, community engagement, and the values instilled in her by her family. These lessons came into play during a devastating fire at her organization’s cancer center and, later, as she guided Southeastern through the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation wraps up with a lightning round of personal insights, revealing Anderson's favorite books, athletes, and recent endeavors in the culinary world. Join in for an enriching conversation filled with wisdom on effective leadership and the relentless pursuit of healthcare excellence in rural communities. 02:11 Early Life in Rural Kentucky 05:38 First Job as Switchboard Operator and Early Career Influences 07:41 Lessons in Leadership and Communication 13:03 Rapid Rise in Healthcare Leadership 20:25 Executive Team Decisions 22:04 Relocating for Career Growth 24:44 Proud Achievements and Challenges 29:49 Balancing Family and Career 33:15 Effective Leadership Traits 34:31 Maintaining Personal Well-being 36:17 Lightning Round Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • 06. From Harvesting Crops to Growing Successful Companies, with Phil Roe

    06. From Harvesting Crops to Growing Successful Companies, with Phil Roe
    Aug 28 2024
    Join host Anne Hancock Toomey as she chats with Phil Roe, esteemed healthcare executive, former CEO and current senior advisor at Martin Ventures. From his humble beginnings on a Texas farm to leading major healthcare organizations like Vanguard Health System, Roe spills the secrets behind his success and his perspectives on effective leadership. Discover the power of relationship-building, ethical decision-making and impactful leadership qualities, and dive into how a busy healthcare exec balances mission work, personal life, career and family. Episode Highlights 01:10 Roe’s Early Career 03:59 Upbringing and Family Life 06:01 Lessons from Roe’s Father 07:38 Influential Leaders 09:55 Transition to Healthcare 17:08 Building Vanguard Health System 20:29 Leading Martin Ventures 22:54 Evaluating Healthcare Leaders 24:06 Transitioning to Board Roles 25:09 Proudest Career Accomplishments 27:48 Mission Work and Service 29:59 Leadership Insights and Challenges 35:06 Lightning Round 37:51 Final Thoughts and Advice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins
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