For years, Janet Schulz has been the voice behind Coffee with the College — asking the questions, guiding the conversations, and keeping the coffee flowing. This time, we turn the mic around.

As Janet steps away from her hosting role to take on an expanded leadership position at MyPath, new host Brian Michalski sits her down for one final conversation. And it’s a good one.

Janet shares a flyover of her remarkable career — from journalism school at Marquette to VP of Medical Staff Services, COO, patient experience consultant, and now Chief Administrative Officer — and reflects on what five-plus years of podcasting has taught her about leadership and human connection.

She also unpacks the “Janetisms” that have guided her along the way:

• Leaders don’t duck — the pep talk she gave herself before the tough conversations
• Be gracious in all things — and why that’s a deceptively high bar
• You’re paid to think, but you earn your paycheck by expressing what you think — a challenge to every quiet voice in every meeting
• Everything is figureoutable — her 2025 mantra
• Define, delegate, develop — and why she’s sticking with it in 2026

Whether you’re early in your career or a seasoned executive, this episode is a masterclass in leading with courage, grace, and a good mantra or two.

Note: Marie Forleo is the author of Everything is Figureoutable.

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In this edition of Coffee with the College, our host Janet Schulz sits down with Missy Cain, Environmental Planning Principal at HGA, to explore the significance of water quality commissioning during new and renovation construction projects.

Missy discusses why safe water is a critical, life-sustaining topic and outlines the systematic process for designing a water management program. Healthcare leaders will gain tangible tactics for sustaining water quality during the design and construction phases to ultimately provide safe water to patients, staff, and the community.

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Leadership involves risk, uncertainty, and doing what is right, even when it is unpopular. In this episode, we hear from Dr. John Raymond, President and CEO of the Medical College of Wisconsin, as he highlights some of the toughest decisions he has made throughout his career – both personal and professional – and lessons learned along the way. Join us in gathering Dr. Raymond’s insights on emerging stronger through adversity and focusing on the contribution, not the climb.

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What does it take to grow as a healthcare leader in today’s complex environment?  In this episode, host Janet Schulz, Chief Administrative Officer at MyPath, sits down with Sherrie Dorow of Aurora Healthcare and Andy Hillig of LAK Group to explore how ACHE-WI’s Leadership Development Program shaped their professional paths.  Hear firsthand how this experience built confidence, expanded networks, and changed the way they lead.

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When tragedy struck, Deepak Arora turned personal loss into purpose and innovation. In this episode, we dive into the journey of the founder and CEO of Wearable Technologies – from his early career in IBM’s imaging department to building a company that is redefining safety and health through smart wearables. Hear how wearable technology is transforming care for aging adults, and how predictive modeling and AI are shaping the future of continuous, proactive healthcare.

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In this Sponsor Spotlight edition of Coffee with the College, host Jessica Vogen sits down with Tom O’Day, labor and employment attorney with Husch Blackwell, to explore what healthcare leaders need to know about the growing momentum of labor unions — both nationally and right here in Wisconsin. From the Biden administration’s pro-union stance to lessons from SEIU campaigns and local organizing efforts, Tom offers practical guidance for creating cultures that value communication, trust, and proactive leadership. Learn how policy updates, frontline visibility, and small daily actions can reduce vulnerability — and why presence matters more than perfection.

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Get to know ACHE-WI Chapter President, Ken Carlson, FACHE, in this informative podcast on our chapter’s goals for 2025. Ken also will provide insights from his leadership career, including his “why” for choosing a career in healthcare. Ken shares his path to recognizing the best fit for his personal and professional goals . . . some of his reasons may surprise and inspire you!

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ACHE Congress 2025 is just around the corner, set to take place in Houston later this month! In this episode, our Podcast Committee Chair—and Houston-area native—Eric Ransom takes the mic to share what attendees can expect, along with insider tips to help you make the most of your time in this vibrant city.

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In communities across the United States, health systems and governments often struggle to provide adequate mental health care for their populations. In Milwaukee, an inspiring new care model opened in 2022 thanks to over a decade of hard work, persistence, and willingness of health system competitors to join forces for the greater good of the community. Thanks to collaboration between Milwaukee County and the area’s four health systems, The Mental Health Emergency Center (MHEC) opened in September 2022 as the new county-wide psychiatric emergency department for Milwaukee County. MHEC has quickly become a national model for emergency crisis care that is patient-centered, recovery-oriented, and culturally informed. Join our host, Janet Schulz, and guests, Joy Tapper, Jessica Small, and Michael Lappen, to learn about the formation of this center, lessons learned along the way, and how leaders and stakeholders came together to help better serve their community.

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Chris Brabant and Aaron Kinney, two remarkable military leaders, share their unique journeys transitioning from military service to leadership roles in healthcare our ACHE Podcast for Veteran’s Day. Drawing on their extensive military backgrounds, they review the powerful skills they carried forward into their civilian careers, such as discipline, relationship-building, active listening, trust and delegation, as well as personal and leadership courage. These skills deeply enrich their leadership approaches within their respective health systems. They also reflect on what they consciously chose not to carry over, highlighting the nuances of adapting military habits to fit the more collaborative, less hierarchical dynamics in healthcare. Their insights reveal how they continuously refine their leadership styles to meet the demands of both personal growth and the healthcare industry. Thank you, Chris and Aaron, and all the other veterans continuing your service to others within Healthcare!

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