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In every industry, there are people whose stories reveal what leadership, risk, and purpose look like in real life. The Pitch and The Catch , hosted by Dirk Horn, brings those stories to light: unpacking how people navigate change, make defining choices, and build careers that matter.
Dirk Horn hosts The Pitch and The Catch, a business show with 20 episodes published.
In this episode, Dirk sits down with Andrew Dunn, Energy Solutions Director at FENECON USA, to explore how energy systems, leadership, and policy intersect as the world moves toward cleaner and more resilient power. Andr
If you are stepping into a bigger role, leading through change, or wondering what truly defines leadership beyond strategy and numbers, this conversation is for you. In this episode of The Pitch & The Catch, Dirk Horn si
In this episode, host Dirk Horn sits down with Bhadresh Sutaria, President of AMSOIL INC., to explore how AMSOIL differentiates itself in the highly competitive lubricants industry through innovation, values, and a deep
In this episode, Dirk sits down with Jim VanderGiessen, CEO of Pro Refrigeration, to explore how industrial cooling systems power modern dairy farms, breweries, wineries, and food production facilities where reliability
Today, Dirk sits down with William Bourdeau, a Marine Corps veteran, entrepreneur, and California farmer operating at the center of the state’s water and food-security challenges. William shares how water supply decision
In this week’s episode of The Pitch and The Catch Podcast, host Dirk Horn explores the intersection of science, innovation, and leadership with Michael Anthonavage, VP of Innovation at Vitaquest and a biochemist who has
Timing is rarely the issue. Staying the course is. This week on The Pitch & The Catch, host Dirk Horn spoke with Benoit La Salle, President and CEO of Aya Gold & Silver. Benoit has spent more than three decades building
In the first episode of 2026, Dirk sits down with Daryn Walters—former President of Exmark Manufacturing and senior leader at The Toro Company—to unpack a three-decade career that spanned entrepreneurship, manufacturing,
Today Dirk sits down with Brian Fox, a veteran food industry leader who’s helped put millions of meals on people’s tables. Brian shares what 35 years across pasta, pizza, meat, and ingredients have really taught him, fro
In this solo episode of The Pitch & The Catch, Dirk Horn shares the story behind his upcoming book The Winning Balance and why it took more than two decades of transformation work to write it. What started as a sales que
Today Dirk sits down with Dr. Mike Horne, executive coach, OD leader, and author of The People Dividend, for a grounded conversation about what truly drives performance. Mike explains why most issues aren’t “people probl
Today Dirk sits down with Matteo Marano, a molecular biologist turned top-performing sales leader and now strategist who’s spent 20+ years driving impact across biotech, diagnostics, and data-driven healthcare. They expl
Dirk sits down with Emir Avdić, CEO of Sebright Products, a 100% employee-owned leader in waste and recycling technology that turns what most companies throw away into new value streams. Emir shares how technical mastery
Today, Dirk sits down with Alejandro Iza to explore what it really takes to build reliable solar power in a world of rising demand and constant change. Together they unpack how stability, data and disciplined leadership
In this episode, Dirk sits down with Keri-Lynne Shaw, a career strategist and founder of The Salary Bump, to explore how ambition can be redefined around clarity, confidence, and connection. From coaching thousands of pr
Ivo Caixeiro’s career spans from Portugal to New York to Asia; however, his leadership philosophy remains rooted in human connection and adaptability. Today, we explore how he built a global career by staying curious and
In this episode, Dirk sits down with Jason Wolcott, Chief Commercial Officer at Twin City Foods, to explore the intricacies of thriving in a competitive commodity market. Discover how innovation, data analytics, and stra
Join Vaishali Lara Kathuria, a senior investment manager at Norges Bank Investment Management, as she discusses her career path and the choices that have led to her success. In conversation with Dirk, Vaishali shares ins
Join Dirk as he uncovers the transformative journey of Christian Demers, revealing the bold decisions and insights that turned startups into global successes. Discover Christian's unique approach to balancing vision with
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The Pitch and The Catch is hosted by Dirk Horn. The show is categorised under business (careers) and has published 20 episodes.
The Pitch and The Catch has published 20 episodes.
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