# How to Transform Talent into Leaders: John Elwood and Danielle Garcia

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Podcast: [E2E: From Entry Level to Executive](https://stenobird.com/podcast/e2e-from-entry-level-to-executive-7524249)
Published: 2025-12-03T02:46:14+00:00
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## Resource

Elwood Staffing CEO John Elwood and ASA Women in Leadership Scholarship winner Danielle Garcia share a dual perspective look at how intentional leadership, culture, and empowerment fuel transformational growth. They share the remarkable story of Danielle’s ascent within Elwood: from walking into an office with no staffing experience to launching one of Las Vegas’s fastest-growing branches through innovation, creativity, and a service-oriented mindset. Together, they break down how leaders can spot potential, build confidence, develop talent from within, and create opportunities that change the trajectory of entire careers. Their conversation highlights the power of intentional mentorship, and a culture that celebrates employees who never stop learning. The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis. Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast .

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