GNY at Winter Fair 2026 | Feat. Mark O'Donnell

Celebrating Good News York Live's Anniversary at the Syracuse Winter Fair In this episode, the hosts of Good News York Live celebrate their anniversary at the Syracuse Winter Fair held at the State Fairgrounds. They welcome back their first-ever guest, Mark O'Donnell, who is also the host of the Operations Excellence podcast. They reminisce about the show's journey over the past year and discuss various topics including leadership, entrepreneurship, and continuous improvement. Mark shares insights into his work and announces an upcoming workshop titled 'Executive Presence and Creating an Impactful Culture,' co-hosted with Joanne Yaro. The episode underlines the importance of relationships, empathy, and continuous learning in both personal and professional development. 00:00 Welcome to the Syracuse Winter Fair 00:35 Reflecting on the Past Year 01:44 Podcasting Journey and Growth 03:15 Sports Talk and New Studio Plans 06:40 Leadership and Personal Development Insights 09:17 Upcoming Executive Presence Workshop 14:01 The Passion Behind the Career 14:20 Transitioning from Corporate to Consulting 15:05 Finding Your Life Purpose 16:19 Sharing Knowledge Freely 18:06 Building Genuine Relationships 24:50 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence 26:18 Upcoming Event Details 27:41 Closing Remarks and Farewell