Mgma Small Talk

In this debut episode of the MGMA Early Careerist podcast, host Melinda Mastel speaks with Shay Eskew, Vice President of Sales at Kodiak Solutions, Ironman athlete, and burn survivor. Shay shares his remarkable journey from a childhood accident that changed his life, to building a career in healthcare, writing a bestselling book, and embracing challenges in athletics and leadership. Tune in for insights on resilience, risk-taking, building community, and finding purpose—plus practical advice for early careerists navigating their own paths.8 Key Moments:00:00 – Introduction & Meet Shay Askew01:10 – Shay’s Unplanned Path into Healthcare03:10 – Childhood Accident & Burn Survivor Story05:15 – Recovery, Shriners Hospital, and Finding Purpose10:00 – Sharing His Story: Speaking, Rotary, and Writing a Book16:00 – Embracing Challenges: Ironman, Global Adventures, and Mindset25:00 – Leadership, Mentorship, and Advice for Early Careerists34:00 – Book Recommendations, Final Advice, and How to Connect with ShayRes