In this powerful episode of The Power of Integrity Podcast, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Haren Bhakta, CFA—a chartered financial analyst, wealth advisor, and creator of the Insider Ownership Index. Haren shares how an early fascination with the stock market, a hard lesson during the dot-com crash, and years at firms like Merrill Lynch and Morgan Stanley shaped his career and philosophy.

He also reveals the thinking behind his innovative index: a “skin in the game” approach that reweights S&P 500 companies based on insider ownership rather than market cap. For Haren, insider ownership is a direct signal of commitment, conviction, and long-term integrity from corporate leaders.

Together, Ralph and Haren explore how integrity shows up in investing, advisory work, personal ethics, and the difficult decisions that reveal who we truly are.

• 📈 Why Insider Ownership Matters: How Haren’s index rewards companies where executives invest their own money—and why those firms often outperform long-term
• 🧭 Integrity in Financial Advice: Haren explains fee structures, alignment, and why doing “what’s right, not what’s legal” is essential to ethical advisory work
• 🚨 A Real Integrity Test: The story of refusing a $200,000 withdrawal request until the rightful owner approved it—even when the rules said otherwise

"Sometimes the law says you can do something, but ethics say you shouldn’t. You always have to operate a couple of feet above the law." — Haren Bhakta

If you value principled leadership, ethical decision-making, and thoughtful approaches to building long-term wealth, this episode is a must-listen. Subscribe to The Power of Integrity Podcast, share this conversation with someone who cares about honesty in finance, and explore how integrity can elevate your personal and professional life.

🌐 Website: https://insiderownership.com 📧 Email: haren@insideownership.com

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In Episode 70 of The Power of Integrity Podcast, host Ralph Adamo welcomes Matthew Hanson, founding partner of LRA Group and catalyst for the National Rite of Passage Council. In this rich and honest conversation, Matthew opens up about the compound nature of integrity, what it takes to build trust over decades in business, and why launching young people—especially boys—into adulthood with intention is one of the greatest responsibilities a father can embrace.

From scaling a national insurance brokerage to launching Iron Path, a rite of passage program for fathers and teens, Matthew proves that integrity isn’t one big moment—it’s thousands of small ones stacked over time.

• 📈 Compound Integrity: Why consistent, small decisions matter more than one-time virtue
• 🧔‍♂️ Iron Path & Rite of Passage: Equipping fathers to spiritually and emotionally launch their kids into adulthood
• 💼 Business & Betrayal: How Matthew navigated a boardroom ambush and chose values over vengeance

“Doing the right thing pays a dividend in the long term. And if it doesn’t, I’ll still roll the dice on letting it play out.” — Matthew Hanson

If you’re building a business, leading a family, or trying to walk the line between ambition and alignment—this episode will meet you where you are. Subscribe to The Power of Integrity Podcast, and share this with a leader or father you admire.

📧 Email: matt@ironpath.com 📞 Phone: (310) 200-5796 🌐 Learn more: https://ironpath.com

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In Episode 69 of The Power of Integrity Podcast, host Ralph Adamo sits down with renowned leadership advisor and purpose-driven visionary Doug Wilson, co-founder of the National Talent Collaborative and CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County (CLA-OC). With decades of experience working with CEOs, teaching at USC, and building communities of values-based leaders, Doug shares what it means to live and lead with moral clarity, spiritual grounding, and organizational impact.

This episode is a masterclass in how purpose, performance, and integrity are not only compatible—they’re essential partners in a meaningful life and a successful business.

• 🧭 What Integrity Really Means: Beyond consistency—how truth, courage, and values drive real leadership
• 🛐 Seminary & Strategy: How Doug’s spiritual formation shapes his work in business, community, and teaching
• 🧱 Brick by Brick: Why building a legacy starts with daily purpose—and the difference between a wall and a cathedral

“If you think about living a life of integrity, I think about it as living a life on the high ground.” – Doug Wilson

If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or professional who wants to align profits with purpose, and values with vision—this episode is for you. Subscribe to The Power of Integrity Podcast, and share it with someone you know is building something bigger than themselves.

📧 Email: dougawilson@gmail.com 🌐 Learn more: National Talent Collaborative 🌍 Learn more: CEO Leadership Alliance OC

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In this episode of The Power of Integrity Podcast, host Ralph Adamo welcomes Jeff Baldassari, founder and CEO of The Competitive Edge Group. Jeff shares an unfiltered look into his 20+ year journey as a CEO, lawyer, CPA, and turnaround expert. From scaling companies in crisis to transforming discarded truck tires into sustainable flooring, Jeff’s story is packed with practical insights on growth, leadership, and doing business with character.

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to scale—and sustain—a successful business, this conversation covers it all: operations, people, alignment, and the non-negotiable role of integrity.

• 🏗️ Scaling the right way: Why getting your house in order must come before growth
• 🌱 Environmental innovation: How Jeff’s team recycled 15M+ pounds of truck tires into gym flooring
• 🤝 Relationship over transaction: Why Jeff avoids “quick hits” in favor of long-term partnerships

“Integrity is keeping your word… people can depend on you and rely on you to come through.” – Jeff Baldassari

If you're a business leader struggling to scale or facing people problems you can't solve with strategy alone—this episode is your blueprint. Subscribe to The Power of Integrity Podcast, and share this with a colleague who values growth and values.

Website: https://thecompetitiveedgegroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffbaldassari

Email: jeff@thecompetitiveedgegroup.com

Phone: 949-527-1982

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In this episode of The Power of Integrity Podcast, host Ralph Adamo sits down with longtime friend and legal veteran Barry Resnick, shareholder at law firm FBFK. With over five decades of experience in business, estate, and tax law, Barry offers candid insights on what integrity really looks like in the legal profession. From resisting temptation while broke and working at a bank, to navigating high-stakes trust litigation and teaching constitutional law, Barry brings wisdom, wit, and raw truth to the table.

This conversation is packed with real stories, hard-earned lessons, and practical leadership advice—especially for young professionals and seasoned attorneys alike.

• 💼 The "temptation test": A defining moment early in Barry’s career that could’ve changed everything
• ⚖️ Integrity in law: Why honesty, self-awareness, and clean desks matter more than courtroom bravado
• 🌍 Global perspective: Barry’s work with 42 international law firms and what global integrity looks like in business

“Maybe when we’re talking about integrity, we talk about what not to do.” – Barry Resnick

Whether you’re an attorney, entrepreneur, or just someone trying to do the right thing when it’s hard—this episode is full of gems. Tune in, share it with a colleague, and subscribe to The Power of Integrity Podcast for more leadership lessons that stick.

📧 Email: bresnick@fbfk.law 🌐 Firm: https://www.fbfk.law 🌍 International Legal Network: Chairman of the Board, LEE International

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In this compelling episode of The Power of Integrity Podcast, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Gary Howard, Managing Partner at Howard Kittle & Co., a forensic accounting firm with over 40 years of experience uncovering financial fraud, white-collar crime, and tax evasion.

Gary opens up about his unique role helping attorneys defend clients during some of their lowest moments—whether it’s embezzlement, money laundering, or underreported income. He shares how greed—not complexity—is often the root cause behind most financial misconduct, and why integrity must remain non-negotiable in both accounting and life.

• 🔍 What truly defines forensic accounting—and why “there’s no such thing as a forensic accountant”
• ⚖️ How greed erodes judgment—and the red flags Gary looks for in fraud investigations
• 💡 Stories of redemption: how some clients reclaim integrity after serious legal and financial missteps

“Integrity is simply doing the right thing. Most people know what that is—they just let pressure and money sway them.” – Gary Howard

If you’ve ever wondered how financial crimes unfold—or how ethical leadership shows up in the accounting profession—this episode is essential listening. Share it with your team, subscribe on your favorite platform, and reflect on your own integrity in leadership.

• 📞 Cell: (310) 990-9993
• 📧 Email: gary@glhowardcpa.com
• 📌 Firm Website (search: Howard Kittle & Co., CPA)

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Ralph Adamo is registered with and securities are offered through Kovack Securities, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, 6451 N. Federal Highway, Suite 1201, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308. Tel: 954-782-4771. Investment advisory services are offered through Kovack Advisors, Inc. Integrity Wealth Management is not affiliated with Kovack Securities, Inc. or Kovack Advisors, Inc.

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In this inspiring episode of The Power of Integrity Podcast, host Ralph Adamo sits down with intuitive powerhouse Marilyn Alauria—a psychic medium, teacher, and spiritual mentor—whose journey from MTV and Off-Broadway to guiding others through intuition and integrity is nothing short of transformative. Marilyn opens up about her early struggles with anxiety, her awakening to mediumship, and how integrity became the cornerstone of her life and business.

This is a raw, real, and remarkably grounded conversation on authenticity, empathic leadership, and the power of tuning into your inner wisdom to create aligned, purpose-driven success.

• 🎯 How Marilyn shifted from acting to psychic mediumship and teaching—and why it aligned with her soul
• 🧭 Tools for empaths to manage emotional overwhelm and protect their energy in high-stimulation environments
• 💡 What integrity looks like in business and why she walked away from "woo-woo" spiritual circles that lacked ethical grounding

“You're the power. You're the instrument. You're the person who's got the power to do it.” – Marilyn Alauria

If you’re an empath, coach, or spiritual entrepreneur seeking clarity, connection, and purpose—this episode is your sign. Listen now, subscribe to The Power of Integrity, and share this with someone who values authenticity and soul-aligned leadership.

• Free Purpose eBook: https://www.marilynalauria.com/purpose
• Website: https://www.marilynalauria.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marilynalauria
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marilynalauria

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Ralph Adamo is registered with and securities are offered through Kovack Securities, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, 6451 N. Federal Highway, Suite 1201, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308. Tel: 954-782-4771. Investment advisory services are offered through Kovack Advisors, Inc. Integrity Wealth Management is not affiliated with Kovack Securities, Inc. or Kovack Advisors, Inc.

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In this deeply insightful episode of The Power of Integrity Podcast, host Ralph Adamo welcomes longtime friend and strategic advisor Mo Abdou, founder of 33 Voices and a veteran of the financial services industry. With nearly four decades of experience, Mo shares why living in personal truth, releasing control over outcomes, and valuing relationships over transactions are the real keys to personal and professional fulfillment.

Mo opens up about building a values-based business model, the mental discipline of high-performing athletes, and the timeless wisdom that comes from aligning your inner compass with your outer actions.

• 🧭 What “integrity” really means: Why Mo defines it as “honoring your truth in every moment”

• 🔄 How to lead without pressure: The power of removing outcome obsession from business and sales

• 🧠 Mental resilience secrets: What elite athletes and top advisors have in common

“Integrity to me has always been understanding my own truth and honoring it in every moment.” – Mo Abdou

Whether you’re building a business, leading a team, or navigating personal growth, this conversation will challenge your assumptions about success and reconnect you with what truly matters. Subscribe to The Power of Integrity Podcast and share this episode with someone who values alignment over achievement.

• 📧 Email: mo@33voices.com

• 🌐 Website: https://33voices.com

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