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Leadership In Challenging Times - Part 1

The COVID-19 pandemic presented many of the same challenges for business leaders: how do we keep employees safe, stay profitable, and move forward? Leading teams through challenging times may look different at every organization, but common difficulties arise. Mark Meloy, CEO of First Business Bank, talks with First Business Bank President, Jim Hartlieb, BCP Transportation President Nancy Tilghman Jourdan, Sound Devices Co-Founder Jon Tatooles, and Veridian Homes President David Simon, about their individual experiences leading their organizations through the health and economic crisis, and navigating the recovery. This two-part podcast includes a candid discussion focused on:

Adapting to market demand
Supporting employees
Innovating for customers
Navigating supply chain interruptions

podcast video of Leadership In Challenging Times - Part 1

Featured Experts

Mark Meloy

Executive Vice President of First Business Financial Services, Inc.

Mark Meloy serves as Executive Vice President of First Business Financial Services, Inc., parent company of First Business Bank. He has enjoyed more than 40 years of commercial banking, joining First Business Bank in 2000 where he held various positions, including Chief Executive Officer, President, and Executive Vice President.

Jim Hartlieb

President & CEO and First Business Bank Board Member of First Business Bank

im Hartlieb joined First Business Bank in 2009 as Senior Vice President and has served as President since 2015. In 2023, he became President & CEO of First Business Bank. Jim has over 30 years of experience in the commercial banking industry and is focused on serving middle-market companies in the Dane County area.

Nancy Jourdan

South Central Wisconsin Advisory Board Member

Nancy Jourdan is the President of BCP Transportation, a certified women-owned, asset-based trucking and warehousing company located in Deerfield, Wis. BCP Transportation has a strong reputation in the trucking industry for its rapid growth, customer partnerships, and an employee-centric focus. Nancy and her team also launched BCP Truck Services, a full-service diesel, heavy truck, and trailer maintenance shop, and BCP Leasing, an equipment leasing company. BCP has been recognized by Madison Magazine and the Dane County Small Business as one of the best places to work.