About Bradley Barrick:

Dr. Bradley Barrick is the seventh president of Montcalm Community College, where he leads with a commitment to access, excellence, and community impact. But his leadership doesn’t stop at the campus gates. He also serves as an Army National Guard officer, bringing a disciplined, mission-driven mindset shaped by service to something bigger than himself.

In addition to that, Dr. Barrick wears another critical hat as the Executive Director of Communications and Executive Director of Government and Military Relations—operating at the intersection of influence, advocacy, and alignment. Whether he’s shaping institutional voice, strengthening partnerships, or navigating complex systems, his work reflects a deep understanding that leadership is about trust, clarity, and responsibility.

In this episode, Kevin and Bradley Barrick discuss:

• Championing culture as a core leadership responsibility
• Translating military leadership principles into civilian institutions
• Breaking down silos through shared equity leadership
• Keeping students at the center of organizational decisions
• Leading with service, humility, and long-term vision

Key Takeaways:

• Culture does not change through words alone. Leaders shape culture by modeling behaviors, building trust, and consistently reinforcing values through everyday decisions rather than mission statements or slogans.
• Leadership becomes more effective when power is shared intentionally. Inviting diverse voices into decision-making strengthens accountability, reduces silos, and creates a sense of ownership across teams and departments.
• Student-centered leadership requires constant realignment. When organizations lose sight of why they exist, blame and fragmentation grow, but returning to mission helps teams move forward together.
• The most meaningful leadership impact often happens quietly. Investing in people, mentoring future leaders, and opening doors for others creates transformation that outlasts titles, rankings, and short-term wins.

"Part of my success is talent development, and so I'm really investing in my team, and really there's that next generation of leaders." – Bradley Barrick

Connect with Bradley Barrick:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleybarrick/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.bradleyjbarrick/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montcalmccpresident/

Connect with Kevin Neal:

Website: https://drkdneal.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0C47RZDSS

https://www.amazon.com/Guided-Greatness-Mentorship-Developing-professionals-ebook/dp/B0FGBH1VNS

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