May 9, 202632 min
On this episode of Behind Success, I sat down with Dan Rosensweig, Hobart class of 1983, longtime supporter of Hobart and William Smith, and one of the co-teachers of the entrepreneurship course I had the privilege of...
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Behind Success
Hosted by Kahlil Fontana (The Centennial Center) · business · EN
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Behind Success provides a never before seen side of established leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators.
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Booking probability
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Selective
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Who hosts Behind Success?
Behind Success is hosted by Kahlil Fontana (The Centennial Center). The show has published 10 episodes to date.
What has Behind Success covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Dan Rosensweig: Showing up, and Living Life with Gratitude" (9 May 2026, 32 minutes), "More Than a Diner: Water Street's Story" (8 May 2026, 52 minutes), and "The Power of Risk-Taking, Values, and Leadership with Tom Bozzuto" (21 May 2025, 42 minutes).
How often does Behind Success publish?
Behind Success publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 57 minutes across 10 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Behind Success?
Booking probability for Behind Success is 17%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Behind Success requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Behind Success's contact route on record: public web form.
Who should pitch Behind Success?
The strongest fits for Behind Success are Business & Management Consulting and Photography, Polling & Other Services. Behind Success has a business audience.
About the host
Kahlil Fontana (The Centennial Center) hosts Behind Success, a business podcast with 10 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #1
More Than a Diner: Water Street's Story
May 8, 202652 minS3On this episode of Behind Success, I sat down with Teresa Cerino of Water Street Cafe to talk about the story behind one of Geneva’s most meaningful community spaces. We talked about her journey back home, taking over...
- May 21, 202542 minS2
<p>In this episode of Behind Success, Tom Bozzuto, a successful business leader and philanthropist, reflects on the moments, risks, and values that have shaped his life. From his early years driving his dad's oil truck...
- Apr 7, 202552 minS2
<p>In this episode of Behind Success, we are joined by Lou Guard, who shares his journey from growing up in Geneva to becoming the General Counsel at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. Lou reflects on how his time at...
Episode #2
Making Fear Your Friend: Mariah Fontana on Inner Harmony and Building a Purpose-Driven Business
Jan 15, 20251h 1mS2<p>In this episode of Behind Success, I sit down with Mariah Fontana, founder of the transformative Made for More program. Mariah is not just a business owner—she’s a coach and mentor who has helped hundreds of women...
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Finding Balance and Aligning Values with Ali Marpet
Oct 23, 202459 minS0<p>In this episode of Behind Success, I sit down with former NFL offensive lineman and Hobart alumnus, Ali Marpet. We discuss Ali's experience at Hobart College, where the high standards and unique experiences shaped...
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Sixth Level Leadership – Part #2 | The dangers of AI and deepfakes – An unregulated crime | Dr. Stacy Feiner & Lorri Slesh
Aug 1, 202437 minS0<p>In the second part of this episode, we discuss the dangers of commercially available generative AI models and the recent popularity of deepfake content. Dr. Stacy Feiner & Lorri Slesh, the authors behind The Sixth...
Aug 1, 202454 minS0<p>In this episode, we are joined by two authors of The Sixth Level Capitalize the Power of Women's Psychology for Sustainable Leadership. In the first part of this episode, we are provided insight into this new and...
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The White House to a college campus – How Mark Gearan helped lead a nation and future generations
Jun 27, 20241h 7mS0<p>In this episode, we sit down with Mark Gearan, president of Hobart and William Smith Colleges. Unlike most college presidents, Gearan's career took an unexpected trajectory after he became a leading member of the...
- May 9, 20241h 8mS0
<p>In this episode, we are joined by the Hobart College Hockey Head Coach, Mark Taylor. Coach Taylor dedicated his life to ice hockey both as a player and a coach. In his 30+ year career as a coach, Taylor has gone from...
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#0002 - Lydia Loizides
Mar 22, 20241h 41mS0<p>In this episode, we hear from Lydia Loizides, an NYC based entrepreneur and experienced leader. Lydia has over 20 years of experience in leadership roles across startup and larger organizations. Throughout her...
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#1000 Sam Solomon – Owner of Spotted Duck
Feb 26, 202454 minS0<p>In this episode, we introduce Sam Solomon. Sam is a Hobart and William Smith graduate and serial entrepreneur. His business journey started at HWS in the annual Pitch Competition with his startup, Bee-Have. Sam went...
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Mark Taylor
2023-2024 President, American Accounting Association, Director of the Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy, National Association for Primary Education
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Teresa Cerino
Water Street Cafe
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Lou Guard
Hobart and William Smith Colleges
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Mariah Fontana
Made for More
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