Exploring the people, moments, and experiences that shape how leaders lead.

Ready: Leaders to Know is a leadership podcast hosted by Bill Graves, featuring Minnesota leaders who lead with courage, care, and conviction.

Each episode goes beyond the job title to explore the people, experiences, mentors, and challenges that shape how leaders lead. Through honest and personal conversations, Bill explores the moments that forge values, influence leadership, and shape a commitment to community.

From public service and politics to nonprofits, philanthropy, advocacy, education, and community organizing, Ready: Leaders to Know explores what it really takes to lead today, and the stories behind the people doing the work.

Whether you're a nonprofit professional, public servant, advocate, educator, community leader, or someone interested in leadership and civic engagement, you'll find conversations about purpose, resilience, service, and the human experiences that shape leadership.