Andy Boian, dovetail solutions Founder and CEO, recently returned to the Leadership with Heart podcast with Heather R. Younger for an insightful conversation on intentional leadership, succession planning and the evolving role of empathy in business.
Andy and Heather are longtime friends and collaborators, Andy was even a previous podcast guest and featured leader in Heather’s book The Art of Caring Leadership. During their time together, Andy brought a powerful update to the mic. In this episode, he reflects on how both he and dovetail solutions have grown over the past five years, emphasizing the values that continue to shape the company’s culture and client relationships.
Throughout the conversation, Andy speaks to the importance of listening first, a leadership philosophy he’s championed for decades. He shares how this approach continues to foster psychological safety and trust, both within dovetail solutions and in the communities we serve.
Andy and Heather also discussed:
- How dovetail has evolved to meet disruption with resilience
- Why leading with intention and humility matters more than ever
- What succession planning looks like through the lens of mentorship and legacy
- His thoughts about the intersection of AI, storytelling and human connection
Andy’s insights are grounded in real-world experience and an unwavering belief in people-first leadership. Whether you’re an executive, entrepreneur or emerging leader, this episode offers a valuable perspective on what it means to lead with care and why that matters.
🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://heatheryounger.com/andy-boian/