The Think Factory Podcast

The Think Factory Podcast

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Dr. Gary Ingenito

In this episode of The Think Factory’s Workplace Podcast, host Alka Bahal sits down with Dr. Gary Ingenito, a seasoned healthcare executive whose career spans clinical development, regulatory affairs, and medical operations. Dr. Ingenito shares how his dual MD and PhD shaped his critical thinking, career trajectory, and ability to bridge academic research with the pharmaceutical industry. He reflects on his transition from treating one patient at a time to impacting thousands through product development, and on the importance of understanding drugs, biologics, and combination products from multiple angles. From adaptive trial designs to the growing role of biomarkers, he offers insight into how drug development has evolved over the past three decades and underscores the crucial link between regulatory strategy and clinical feasibility. Disclaimer

Mary Krupp, Co-Director, Progressive Steps

What happens when your child suddenly stops hitting their developmental milestones—and you have no idea where to turn? In this episode of The Think Factory, Mary Krupp, Co-Director of Progressive Steps, opens up about the emotional side of early intervention. She shares what it’s really like for parents dealing with fear, stigma, and information overload, and how Progressive Steps makes the process feel less overwhelming, meeting families where they are -- literally and emotionally. Disclaimer

Jonathan Harada, Managing Owner, Solace AI

.In this episode of The Think Factory, host Anthony Davis speaks with John Harada, co-founder of Solace AI, a pioneering company based in Pennsylvania that’s redefining how AI operates by prioritizing privacy, regulatory compliance, and local data storage. This approach allows businesses—especially in sensitive sectors like banking, healthcare, HR, and disaster relief—to benefit from AI-driven insights without risking security breaches or regulatory violations. With the help of his teenage sons, who are actively developing and presenting their research, Solus has earned peer-reviewed validation and is preparing to showcase use cases at multiple conferences. While the technology is fully functional and scalable today, their primary challenge is spreading awareness. Harada emphasizes that unlike many tech companies profiting off data mining and storage fees, Solace AI is designed to return control to users—making AI a trusted, private, and cost-effective partner rather than a risk. Disclaimer

John Cappelletti, Senior Vice President, Kirkwood Secure Health (Kirkwood)

Join host Chris Santomassimo in our latest episode of The Think Factory as he sits down with John Cappelletti, Senior VP of Kirkwood Secure Health (Kirkwood) for an insightful journey through the ever-evolving world of print. Discover how John's unique path, from the tactile experience of offset printing to pioneering dynamic and personalized communications for CVS shaped his unparalleled expertise. John offers a rare, multi-sided perspective, having begun his career running a printing press, then navigating the complexities of the agency side, managing print for a major client like CVS, and now returning to the printing space with Kirkwood. Kirkwood Printing is the company’s specialized division focused on secure, compliant, and high-impact healthcare communications. Disclaimer

Bob Stuart, Senior Account Executive, Hannaford & Dumas

In this episode of The Think Factory Podcast, Bob Stewart of Hannaford and Dumas shares how his military background as a Marine officer has shaped his approach to leadership, sales, and operations in the commercial printing industry. He emphasizes the importance of understanding a customer’s mission before jumping into solutions, and how cultivating goodwill and relationship capital often leads to better business outcomes. Bob also highlights the importance of mission-first thinking and being willing to do the small jobs that others reject, recognizing them as gateways to deeper client relationships. Throughout the episode, Stewart’s philosophy is clear: success in both the military and business requires planning, flexibility, and a relentless commitment to solving problems with the resources at hand. Disclaimer

Ryan Autumn, Founder and CEO, Autumn Woods Collective

In this episode of The Think Factory, we sit down with Ryan Autumn, the creative force behind Autumn Woods. Along the way, he explains how a combination of resourcefulness, mentorship, and persistent optimism helped him scale the company into a sellable, sustainable enterprise—one that he eventually sold, then boldly bought back. He dives into the power of doing the hard jobs yourself first, the indispensable advice of mentors, and why understanding scalability and delegation became his formula for long-term success. Disclaimer

Annette Redding, Director of Peer Support, and Coralee Schmitz, VP Special Projects, GoMo Health

In this powerful episode of The Think Factory, podcast host Susan Kleiner interviews Annette Redding and Coralee Schmitz—two behavioral health leaders whose personal journeys have uniquely shaped their mission at GoMo Health. The episode explores how COVID-19 accelerated innovation in behavioral health, prompting Annette and Coralie to lean into technology they once viewed skeptically. Tune in to hear a testament to how lived experience and digital innovation can create scalable, life-saving impact. Disclaimer

Nick Gawreluk, Founder, Print Profit

What if your print shop could see exactly where it’s making—or losing—money in real time? In this episode, Print Profit founder Nick Gawreluk joins The Think Factory to reveal how outdated cost models are quietly draining profits across the industry. He shares how his software gives print businesses 20/20 visibility into their pricing, costing, and margins—transforming guesswork into strategy. From solo shops to global PSPs, Nick’s mission is clear: help owners work smarter, not harder. If you’ve ever wondered why your P&L never matches your gut, this episode is a must-listen. To learn more, visit www.printprofit.com or connect with Nick directly on LinkedIn. Disclaimer

Rachel Platt, CEO, PLATTinum Consulting

In this episode of The Think Factory - Workplace Podcast, host Alka Bahal speaks with Rachel Platt, CEO of PLATTinum Consulting, about the evolving role of strategic human resources in today’s workplace. Rachel shares her transition from corporate HR executive to founder of a consultancy that partners with small and mid-sized organizations to build intentional, people-first strategies by bringing external credibility, insight, and objectivity. Unlike traditional HR staffing firms, PLATTinum provides high-level, customized support to existing HR departments—grounded in data, best practices, and deep experience across industries. As Rachel notes, “Sometimes the executive team needs to hear it from an outsider.” Disclaimer

Tom Redding, Executive VP, Healthcare Practice Leader, St. Onge Company

In this episode of The Think Factory’s Workplace Podcast, host Alka Bahal speaks with Tom Redding, Executive Vice President and Healthcare Practice Leader at St. Onge Company. Redding unpacks his journey into healthcare consulting and highlights how his team helps major health systems improve operational performance. The discussion spans pressing industry shifts, from the growing importance of home-based care delivery to the transformative role logistics will play in the future of healthcare. Redding also touches on the evolving influence of AI—from automating routine communication to potentially reshaping clinical decision-making. Learn why tomorrow’s most successful health systems won’t just be great at medicine—they’ll be great at movement. Disclaimer

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