Instructor
Bill Sheridan is a knowledge hunter, content curator and lifelong learner. As chief communications officer for the Maryland Association of CPAs, he created and co-authors the association’s acclaimed blog; he created and hosts the MACPA’s weekly “Future-Proof” podcast; and he manages the association’s member communications and numerous social networks. He was named one of Accounting Today’s “100 Most Influential People in Accounting” for 2016.
What can CPAs and business leaders learn from one of the most entertaining organizations in the world? In this episode, we sit down with Tim Naddy, CFO of the Savannah Bananas, to explore how purpose, culture, and leadership drive performance in high-pressure environments.
Behind the dancing players and sold-out stadiums is a clear philosophy. The Bananas do not just play baseball. They create joy. Tim shares how a strong sense of purpose helps teams manage intense schedules, constant travel, and burnout, and why culture must be treated as infrastructure, not a perk. He explains how empathy, flexibility, and engaged leadership keep people energized and performing at their best.
Please be sure to listen to the podcast before accessing the on demand course for CPE.
LISTEN HERE: Ep. #240- Creating Joy with the Savannah Bananas with Dr. Tim Naddy
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Recognize how purpose-driven leadership and organizational culture impact team engagement and performance in high-pressure environments.
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CPAs, finance professionals, and business leaders seeking to enhance their leadership skills and build resilient, purpose-driven organizational cultures.
