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Tell the Truth: How Radical Transparency Drives Performance in an ESOP | Mike Cordova

Tell the Truth: How Radical Transparency Drives Performance in an ESOP | Mike Cordova

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What happens when every employee is an owner? In this episode of Connecting with Purpose, host Mark Griffin sits down with Mike Cordova, CFO and independent board director of Anvil Corporation, a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) engineering and design firm. Together, they explore what it takes to lead through uncertainty, build high-performing teams, and create a workplace culture where transparency, accountability, and employee ownership drive meaningful results. With more than 25 years of executive leadership experience, Mike shares lessons from navigating organizational challenges, developing talent, and building teams that understand how their individual contributions impact the bigger picture. In this episode, you'll learn about: Leading Through Uncertainty: What Mike learned from joining a company that went bankrupt just nine months later, and why effective leadership requires clear communication during difficult times.Building High-Performing Teams: How Mike uses his "whiteboard exercise" to encourage employees to develop solutions, take ownership, and strengthen accountability.Financial Transparency & Employee Ownership: Why teaching employees to understand financial statements can build trust, improve decision-making, and strengthen organizational performance.The Business Impact of Small Improvements: How a 1% improvement in utilization can translate into $1 million in company valuation.Leadership Lessons That Last: Why Mike believes three simple words are essential to building trust and leading effectively: "Tell the truth." From building a finance function in just 90 days to navigating critical inflection points, Mike offers practical insights for leaders who want to develop their people, strengthen their organizations, and create a culture of shared success. ABOUT OUR GUEST Mike Cordova is an independent board director and CFO of Anvil Corporation, a 100% employee-owned engineering and design firm providing engineering, procurement, and project management services nationwide. With more than 25 years of experience as a CFO and CEO across industrial manufacturing and service organizations, Mike is passionate about leadership development, succession planning, financial transparency, and employee ownership. He is also a longtime soccer referee and a frequent speaker at the National Center for Employee Ownership. Connect with Mike here: / mikecordovacfo CONNECT WITH PURPOSE Connecting with Purpose, hosted by Mark Griffin, explores leadership, performance, and the people and experiences that shape how we lead. Subscribe for more conversations with leaders sharing practical lessons, personal experiences, and insights that make a difference in business and beyond. If this conversation resonates with you, give the episode a like and share your thoughts in the comments. What role does transparency play in building trust within your organization? #EmployeeOwnership #ESOP #Leadership #ConnectingWithPurpose #FinancialTransparency
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