On this encore episode, part of PNC C-Speak's Family Business Series, hosts Josh Schimmels and Todd Wilson sit down with Henry Hernandez, President and CEO of Inter-Con Security, to hear how he scaled his family’s security business into a billion-dollar global powerhouse.

As a third-generation leader, Henry built on the legacy his father and grandfather started by betting on himself and driving bold growth. He shares lessons on scaling globally, fostering a culture where employees thrive, and the power of keeping your word as a leader. Henry also offers insights on succession planning, philanthropy, and leadership rooted in Los Angeles, with candid stories of resilience and what it takes to lead at the intersection of security and technology.

PNC C-Speak introduces the Family Business Series, a three-part miniseries highlighting the stories, insights, and bold moves behind successful family-run businesses.

Hosted by Josh Schimmels, publisher and CEO of the Los Angeles Business Journal, and Todd Wilson, PNC Bank regional president for Greater Los Angeles, the series kicks off with an inspiring conversation featuring Janice Bryant Howroyd – or “JBH,” as she’s known.

JBH is the trailblazing founder and CEO of ActOne Group and the first African American woman to build and own a billion-dollar company. She shares her remarkable journey from humble beginnings in North Carolina to leading a global workforce solutions firm headquartered in Los Angeles.

Listeners will gain compelling insights on:

• Prioritizing resourcefulness over resources
• Building a strong, values-driven company culture
• Empowering teams to lead and grow
• Embracing technological change
• Sustaining entrepreneurial persistence

The episode also delivers actionable strategies for creating a lasting business – and a meaningful family legacy.

On this episode of PNC C-Speak, hosts Josh Schimmels, Publisher and CEO of the Los Angeles Business Journal, and Todd Wilson,

Regional President of PNC Bank for Greater Los Angeles, learn about Loren Castle’s remarkable journey from cancer survivor to entrepreneur, building America’s #1 natural cookie dough brand. The CEO of Sweet Loren’s reveals lessons learned in resilience, consumer insight, and scaling a purpose-driven brand to 35,000 stores nationwide. Discover how she built a profitable, PE-free company by listening to customers, outsmarting industry giants, and staying focused. If you’re interested in business leadership, entrepreneurial grit, and how LA-based companies are shaping the food industry, join Todd and Josh for Loren’s candid insights and inspiration.