Paul—founder and CEO of Tiny Mighty Communications—shares his unexpected path from Dow Chemical and Bridgestone to launching his own firm focused on industrial B2B brands. He unpacks what “Tiny Mighty” really means, why experience matters more than headcount, and how measuring impact instead of activity redefines agency value.

Paul also opens up about mentorship, media responsibility, and why he’s investing in the next generation’s “right to speak.” This is a deep dive into leadership, purpose, and the evolving role of PR in a data-driven, AI-aware world.

Timestamps:
00:49 — Paul Oakley’s journey from Dow and Bridgestone to launching Tiny Mighty Communications
02:08 — How early lessons shaped his leadership philosophy and global mindset
09:30 — The leap from corporate life to entrepreneurship in 2019
12:21 — Building a senior-led agency model for industrial brands
16:45 — Why “Tiny Mighty” means delivering big thinking with small teams
23:07 — Measuring impact, not activity—how data drives modern communications
28:07 — Why free press and media integrity still matter in business
34:25 — Philanthropy, purpose, and the “Right to Speak” initiative
51:47 — “Your Rolodex is your net worth”—Paul’s timeless advice for entrepreneurs

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