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Talent Scout with Dave Neff

Dave Neff

Booking Overview

This regional leadership interview show focuses on Indiana business, civic, and community leaders, typically featuring senior executives and established changemakers with strong Indiana connections. Agencies could credibly pitch Indiana-based CEOs, founders, association executives, civic leaders, nonprofit or faith leaders, and subject-matter experts with substantial leadership or community impact; booking difficulty is medium because guests are prominent regional professionals but generally not national celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 29

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 8.9k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

cspangle@ibj.com

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Host

Dave Neff - Host of a leadership-focused show featuring Indiana business, community, and civic leaders, with an emphasis on mentorship, relationship-building, and statewide impact.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Indiana-based or Indiana-connected senior executives, business leaders, civic and nonprofit leaders, association executives, faith leaders, or subject-matter experts with a credible record of organizational leadership and community impact.
Required Achievements:  
Leading a prominent Indiana company, association, nonprofit, church, or civic initiative, Building or expanding an organization, program, or community-focused institution, Holding senior executive, legal, commercial, or organizational leadership responsibility, Demonstrated mentorship, public service, or measurable impact in Indiana

Recent Guest Discussions

Mark Fisher - Indiana Housing Supply And Affordability, Economic Growth, Career Development, Leadership, Mentorship, And Professional Relationship-building.

Joel Zawacki - Sports Business, Corporate Partnerships, Venue Planning, Brand Development, Community Impact, Leadership, And The Future Of Victory Field.

Erika Nelson Sylvester - Artificial Intelligence Compliance, Legal Leadership, Health Care Technology, Startup Growth, Career Pivots, Leadership Agility, And Professional Development.

Michael Dury - Multifamily And Affordable Housing Finance, Business Growth, Specialization, Leadership, Mentorship, Team Development, And Community Service.

Jeff Brown - Church Leadership, Community Engagement, Racial And Economic Inclusion, Personal Resilience, Civic Collaboration, And Leadership Development.

Recent Topics

Business, Leadership, Civic Engagement, Community Development, Mentorship

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Talent Scout with Dave Neff
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Ronald Nored on Faith, Leadership & the Butler Way

October 01, 2026

Butler men’s basketball head coach Ronald Nored joins Dave Neff on Talent Scout to share how faith, mentorship, and relationships shaped his journey—from Butler’s back-to-back national championship appearances to coaching in the NBA and returning to lead his alma mater. Ron opens up about losing his father at 13, the high school coaches who helped him keep going, and why Brad Stevens became his coaching hero. He shares the daily habits that keep him grounded as a husband, father of four, a...

Mark Fisher on Indiana Housing, Leadership & the Power of Showing Up

September 17, 2026

How can Indiana protect its housing affordability advantage—and what does it take to build a meaningful career? In this episode of Talent Scout, Mark Fisher, CEO of the Indiana Association of Realtors, joins us on location at the Indiana 250 Awards inside the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. From growing up in Bloomington and playing rugby at Indiana University to working in Ireland and shaping public policy at the Indy Chamber, Mark shares the experiences and mentors that shaped his...

Joel Zawacki on Indianapolis Indians Growth, Leadership and the Next 30 Years of Victory Field

September 03, 2026

Indianapolis Indians executive Joel Zawacki has spent nearly 20 years helping grow the Triple-A club while reshaping how it serves downtown Indianapolis. His career has moved from partnership activation and sales to strategy, venue planning, brand development and community impact. Zawacki, vice president and chief commercial officer for the Indianapolis Indians, traces his path from a Michigan City childhood built around neighborhood baseball to the University of Indianapolis and internshi...

Frequently asked questions

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Talent Scout with Dave Neff
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How do I get in touch with Talent Scout with Dave Neff?

Talent Scout with Dave Neff is hosted by Dave Neff. Its publicly listed email is cspangle@ibj.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Talent Scout with Dave Neff?

The publicly listed email for Talent Scout with Dave Neff: cspangle@ibj.com.

How many listeners does Talent Scout with Dave Neff have?

Podseeker estimates Talent Scout with Dave Neff reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Talent Scout with Dave Neff?

Talent Scout with Dave Neff typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Indiana-based or Indiana-connected senior executives, business leaders, civic and nonprofit leaders, association executives, faith leaders, or subject-matter experts with a credible record of organizational leadership and community impact. Common among recent guests: Leading a prominent Indiana company, association, nonprofit, church, or civic initiative; Building or expanding an organization, program, or community-focused institution; Holding senior executive, legal, commercial, or organizational leadership responsibility. Recent guests include Mark Fisher, Joel Zawacki, and Erika Nelson Sylvester.

How hard is it to get booked on Talent Scout with Dave Neff?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Talent Scout with Dave Neff cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Leadership, Civic Engagement, Community Development, and Mentorship. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

cspangle@ibj.com

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