Breaching the Boardroom
Breaching the Boardroom is a high-level podcast designed to explore the intersection of leadership, growth, and technology. Each episode brings industry leaders, experts, and innovators together for candid conversations on how to navigate the evolving tech landscape while driving business success. We’re on a mission to simplify complex topics like AI, cyber threats, and IT strategy, making them accessible and actionable for executives in mid-market businesses.
Breaching the Boardroom
Lessons in Leadership
⚡ Leadership isn’t about micromanaging — it’s about building people up, trusting their instincts, and helping them grow. In this episode of Breaching the Boardroom, host David Mauro (NetGain Technologies) sits down with Joe Kellams, President & CEO of United Electric, to talk about what it takes to lead high-performing teams across job sites, states, and industries.
With a background in labor relations, coaching, and public speaking, Joe shares how he went from studying child psychology to leading a company of 800+ employees — all while shaping a culture rooted in trust, accountability, and forward-thinking.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- How empowering people to “become experts” changes company culture
- The difference between managing by fear and leading with purpose
- Why feedback should always come with a solution
- How Joe develops future leaders (and why he avoids micromanaging)
- Real-world examples of mentorship, coaching, and cross-team collaboration
👋 Connect with Us:
David Mauro – Host, Breaching the Boardroom
Joe Kellams – President & CEO, United Electric
📖 Resources Mentioned:
- National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) – Supporting the electrical construction industry through education, advocacy, and leadership
- Federated Electrical Contractors – A peer group of leading electrical contractors across North America
- Good to Great by Jim Collins – book recommendation around leadership and getting the right people in the right seats
🌟 Who Are We?
NetGain Technologies is a leading managed IT and security service provider with over 40 years of experience helping small to mid-sized businesses succeed. 💻✨ Specializing in IT management, cybersecurity, and strategic consulting, we empower businesses in healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and beyond to turn technology into a competitive advantage. 🚀
🌐 Website: www.netgainit.com
💼 LinkedIn: NetGain Technologies
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