In this episode, leadership coach and manufacturing leader Nick Ferraiolo shares his remarkable journey, which includes navigating discrimination and transitioning in the workplace to becoming a sought-after coach known for transforming broken teams. Nick opens up about resilience, the power of empathy, and why "uncomfortable is growth."

Together, Erin, Scott, and Nick explore authentic leadership, protecting your peace, overcoming your inner critic, and the simple practices that help people feel seen, valued, and heard. This conversation is a powerful reminder that the best leaders don't just drive results, but they also honor the humans behind them.

Hosted by Erin Cox and M. Scott Knox
Edited and Produced by Stephanie Cohen

In this episode of Lead and Live Well, Erin Cox and Scott Knox sit down with Alison Gray, a nonprofit leader, entrepreneur, consultant, and founder of the newly launched Ali Gray Gallery in Provincetown. Ali reflects on a career spanning fundraising, executive leadership, consulting, and organizational growth, sharing how her passion for measurable impact and community engagement has guided every chapter of her journey.

The conversation spans Ali launching her own consulting firm, her version of entrepreneurship, and personal reinvention. Through it all, Ali offers candid insights into balancing ambition and purpose. She discusses the challenges of leadership, the risks that led to some of her most rewarding opportunities, and how she is bringing together art, philanthropy, and community in her newest venture. This conversation is an inspiring exploration of leadership and the courage to follow new passions while staying true to your values.

Hosted by Erin Cox and M. Scott Knox
Edited and Produced by Stephanie Cohen

On this episode of Lead and Live Well, Erin Cox and Scott Knox sit down with Javier Juarez, Executive Director of the Latino Equity Fund at the Boston Foundation. Javier shares his journey from immigrating from Peru as a child to leading transformative philanthropic initiatives in Massachusetts.

He opens up about the power of storytelling, the resilience he’s seen in immigrant communities, navigating burnout, and the lessons that have shaped his leadership. From being “the only one in the room” to building community power through philanthropy, Javier offers insights on leading with purpose, lifting voices, and making an impact that lasts.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, identity, and the ways we can all contribute to a more equitable future.

Javier's Brown Speech

Javier's Ted Talk

Hosted by Erin Cox and M. Scott Knox
Edited and Produced by Stephanie Cohen