#112: The Story of Westcliff

01/26/24 • 26 min

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SUMMARY: In this episode, Dr. Anthony Lee and Matt Zaun talk about the founding of Westcliff University and where Dr. Lee learned his leadership skills.
DR. ANTHONY LEE BIO: Dr. Lee is the President and CEO of Westcliff University and has led the institution through incredible growth for the last 16 years. Under his leadership, Westcliff’s colleges have experienced commendable progress as they continue to welcome some of their strongest and largest incoming classes.
As a distinguished leader with a demonstrated history of excellence, Dr. Lee plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of higher education. His outstanding educational background has significantly influenced his visionary outlook: He holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership specializing in higher education administration from the prestigious University of Southern California Rossier School of Education. Additionally, he possesses a Master of Business Administration from the University of California, Los Angeles Anderson School of Management, where he focused on strategy and entrepreneurship. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in economics from the University of California, Irvine.
Dr. Lee is in high demand as a nationwide speaker at conferences and seminars and is a two-time nominee for the esteemed Orange County Business Journal Innovator of the Year award.
His leadership has profoundly impacted students and faculty worldwide, solidifying Westcliff’s status as a global higher education leader. His unwavering commitment to fostering equitable access to education for all exemplifies his philanthropic spirit and deep dedication to community engagement.
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MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.
Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.
For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE.

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#111: Flip the Script

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SUMMARY: In this episode, we "flip the script." Instead of Matt Zaun interviewing someone on the Stories With Traction podcast, he was interviewed on the Heartbeat For Hire podcast with Lyndsay Dowd.
MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.
Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.
For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE.
LYNDSAY DOWD BIO: Lyndsay is a speaker and coach to executive leadership teams, where she shows them how to build an irresistible sales culture that drives results.
For more info, check out Lyndsay HERE.

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#113: Storytelling FAQ Episode #1

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PODCAST SERIES: This is part of an FAQ series where Claire and Matt discuss strategic storytelling.
Next episode in the series: Storytelling FAQ Episode #2
PODCAST SUMMARY: This conversation was recorded in person in Spokane, Washington, with Claire Davis. Claire and Matt discuss concepts on how you can be a great storyteller.
CLAIRE DAVIS BIO: Claire is a branding consultant who helps people write stories. The Stories With Traction podcast wouldn’t exist if it weren't for her. Claire has been one of the most influential individuals when it comes to marketing, crafting messages, and getting stories to connect with an audience.
For more info, check out Claire HERE.
MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.
Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact. For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE.