Redefining Success as a Parent and Leader | Ep. 158 | Brian Schwartz

Redefining Success as a Parent and Leader About Our Guest: Brian is the founder of SIZE, an advisory group of former c-suite executives supporting over 60 late-stage technology and consumer companies. SIZE partners closely with CEOs and executives, diving deep into their businesses to drive growth, navigate uncertainty, and achieve successful exits. Previously, Brian was Vice President of Global Marketing at Expedia Group, overseeing marketing for the $5.4 billion hotel group. Before that, he held marketing leadership roles at DreamWorks Animation, managing retail P&Ls, brand strategies for major franchises like Shrek and How to Train Your Dragon, and over 100 omni-channel campaigns. Brian sits on four boards, advises 20+ companies (including unicorn Gopuff), and is a scout investor for Canaan Partners. He earned a Master’s in Finance from the London School of Economics and a BA from Indiana University. Thanks for watching! Takeaways: Brian Schwartz created a New Year's countdown for kids with Madagascar characters and has lived in multiple countries, building a career in global marketing. Remote work has allowed him to spend more time with his daughter, nurturing a strong bond as a girl dad. Traveling is a lifelong passion for him and his wife, and they believe in exposing their children to different cultures through travel. The decision to start a family was grounded in financial readiness and stability, influenced by his entrepreneurial parents. He values raising children close in age, fostering companionship, and reflects on the challenges and joys of parenting, emphasizing self-reflection and balance. Brian questions traditional education's ROI, while prioritizing opportunities and happiness over financial success for his children. Managing family dynamics requires a supportive partner, financial planning, and maintaining personal hobbies and interests. Parenting evolves over time, bringing joys and challenges, with children's activities increasingly shaping family schedules. Advice for new parents includes seeking help, balancing work and family, and defining success through fulfillment, not just finances. 🔗 CONNECT WITH BRIAN 👥 Brian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianpschwartz/ 💻 Website: https://www.size.vc/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X : https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website : https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show 🎙 ABOUT OUR HOST Young Han is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, investor, business coach and parent who is widely recognized for his expertise in helping small business owners reach their first 1 million dollar milestone in annual revenues. Having started 6 businesses before the age of 30, and currently operating 8 of his own businesses, while coaching dozens; Young uses his deep understanding of operations and growth to empower fellow business owners to unlock their full potential.