He Upgraded to Business to Pitch a CEO | Frank Molla on Mastering Executive Life

What happens when you upgrade a plane ticket just to sit next to a CEO? In this episode, Frank Molla shares the bold move that changed his career—and the deep truths behind authentic executive leadership. From founding Executive Connect to negotiating his way into boardrooms, Frank’s story is raw, inspiring, and packed with real strategy. 00:00 Intro: Who is Frank Molla? 01:02 From banking to Romo House: Lessons from hospitality 04:02 What is Executive Connect, really? 10:22 The “root system” of real leaders 13:52 The Journey of a Serial Entrepreneur 15:24 Balancing Multiple Roles 17:45 The Highway Approach to Negotiation 19:37 Building a Dream Team at Romo 22:18 Lifelong Learning and Charting Your Destiny 24:05 Choosing Your Own Path 24:53 The Value of Continuous Learning 26:20 Investing in Personal Growth 27:19 Networking and Executive Presence 28:39 The Importance of Content and Knowledge 30:02 Taking Risks for Opportunities: Upgrading my Plane Ticket 32:41 Engaging in Executive Conversations 39:30 Nitpicks on the Quick 43:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts