Taking Leadership Leaps Through Non-Profits and Healthcare

In this episode, Tim welcomes Byron Sanders, CEO of Arete Health and former president of Big Thought. Byron shares his visionary approach to transforming the healthcare system through innovative insurance strategies to expand access to preventative care and cutting-edge biotech.

During their conversation, Byron explores the challenges and opportunities in reforming a system often driven by profit rather than health. He discusses his personal mission statement, emphasizing the importance of envisioning a fulfilling future that extends beyond material success. Byron’s diverse career trajectory—from pharmaceuticals to private banking, education, and nonprofit leadership—highlights his relentless pursuit of systemic change and equity.

Byron also opens up about his family's role in grounding him and shaping his mission. He shares personal anecdotes, such as his school years, his marriage to his long-time friend Celeste, and raising their two children. Together, Tim and Byron talk about the importance of developing a personal mission statement, fostering creativity in youth, and the responsibilities of leadership transitions.

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Key Topics Discussed:

• Healthcare innovation through insurance strategies
• Expanding access to preventative care and biotech
• Shifting from "sick care" to true healthcare
• Challenges posed by insurance policies and FDA approval timelines
• Leveraging cost savings to improve employee health benefits
• Byron's journey from nonprofit leadership to healthcare
• Importance of personal mission statements
• Byron’s personal experiences and their impact on his leadership style
• The role of Big Thought in fostering youth creativity and skills
• Effective succession planning in leadership transitions