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Happy Hour with John GaskinsCBS/Midco's Missy Heidrick on SDSU-UConn & what now for AJ & the Jacks on national stageSo, SDSU became just another pile of road kill that UConn dismantled in an early round in the NCAA Tournament. That doesn't diminish what the Jackrabbits accomplished this season — particularly another NCAA Tournament win against the Big 12's third-best team Oklahoma State on Saturday — and nor should it change the way Aaron Johnston builds his teams and its seasons toward March. That is the first takeaway of CBS Sports Network women's basketball analyst Missy Heidrick, who called SDSU's Summit League Tournament games for both Midco Sports and CBSSN. But, now what? "Aaron...2025-03-2544 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastFive critical components of the connecting leader: A conversation with Heidrick & Struggles' Adam Pacifico and Regis ChasseIn this special episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Adam Pacifico sits down with Dr. Regis Chasse, who leads leadership development solutions initiatives for Heidrick Consulting. Adam and Regis discuss the five imperatives Heidrick has identified through which leaders can focus their capabilities and, over time, become what we call connecting leaders. These imperatives are: envision the future, deliver today, act with purpose and courage, harness the power of others, orchestrate ecosystems, and cultivate a learning mindset. For more on the connecting leader, see “The connecting leader: Five imperatives for leaders today.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...2025-03-2527 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastTheresa Roessel, CFO of Canada Diagnostic Centres, on the leadership capabilities that have helped her succeed as a finance executive across industries and the importance of fostering your own learningIn this next episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Sean McLean speaks to Theresa Roessel, the CFO of Canada Diagnostic Centres, about her 30-year career journey in finance. Theresa has led large global teams through strategic, collaborative leadership and proactive approaches to complex business issues. She has worked as CFO at the Calgary Zoo, as well as with CNOOC International. She also has served on the board of the Canadian Red Cross, among many others.In this conversation, Theresa shares her journey and discusses the leadership capabilities that have helped her succeed and na...2025-02-2523 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastLeading a culture transformation in the evolving procurement function: A conversation with Clint Grimes, chief procurement officer at Capital OneIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Jarrad Roeder and Jennifer Streitwieser speak to Clint Grimes, the chief procurement officer at Capital One. Grimes shares his perspective on how the role of procurement is evolving and the implications that evolution has for the skills and capabilities needed by procurement leaders and professionals. He also shares his insights on the role of culture in broader strategic shifts and how leaders can build and maintain a healthy, high-performance organizational culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-1818 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastAdapting your personal leadership style: Shawn Bushouse, former president of emerging brands at Nestle Health Science, discusses the differences in leadership at start-ups and larger organizationsIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Adam Howe sits down with Shawn Bushouse. Throughout his career, Shawn has spent time on multiples sides of large and small businesses, from start-ups shipping their first order to global enterprises with market value nearing $300 billion. He has led teams of varying sizes, both scaled and sold companies as well as purchased businesses, and led venture capital and private equity–backed businesses. In this interview, Shawn shares his biggest lessons on being an effective executive in both start-up environments and inside a corporate, what the bigge...2024-10-2921 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastLeadership and disruptive innovation in biotech and mental health care: A conversation with Kabir Nath, CEO of Compass PathwaysIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Charlie Moore speaks to Kabir Nath, the CEO of Compass Pathways. Compass Pathways is a company dedicated to studying investigational psilocybin treatment in treatment-resistant depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and anorexia. Kabir Nath, whose career has spanned approximately 30 years in the biopharmaceutical and medical device industry, was previously the senior managing director of the global pharmaceutical company Otsuka Pharmaceuticals. In this conversation, Nath shares what attracted him to the biotech space and what it’s like to take over the helm of a company from founders, and how he’s coll...2024-08-0535 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastFrom legal work to digital asset management strategy: A conversation with Cynthia Lo Bessette, the head of Fidelity Digital Asset ManagementIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Lee Hanson speaks to Cynthia Lo Bessette, the head of Fidelity Digital Asset Management, about her journey from starting as a young lawyer to leading digital asset investments and solutions at Fidelity. Lo Bessette shares the skills and capabilities that helped her make the transition, as well as her insights into people management, building and managing diverse teams and fostering innovation and engagement. Finally, she shares her advice to other legal leaders who might have aspirations to move into a business role Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...2024-07-3015 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastInvesting at the intersection of AI and science: An interview with Inaki Berenguer, managing partner at LifeX VenturesIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Carlos Gómez-Arnau speaks to Inaki Berenguer, managing partner at LifeX Ventures, a global fund investing at the intersection of AI and science, and the co-founder and former CEO of CoverWallet, an insurance tech start-up. Berenguer discusses the leadership challenges he’s encountered managing a fund focused on AI and science, highlighting the importance of competitive salaries and growth opportunities to retain top tech talent as well as the significant impact of AI on healthcare. He also explores the implications of AI on career longevity and productivity and how l...2024-07-2225 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastDebunking the myths around inclusion: A conversation with Mita Mallick, author and head of inclusion, equity, and impact at CartaIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Christina Cary speaks to Mita Mallick, the head of inclusion, equity, and impact at Carta, a California-based software company that provides ownership and equity management. In this conversation, Mallick, who has also had a long career as a multicultural marketer in the beauty and consumer goods space, discusses her new book, Reimagine Inclusion: Debunking 13 Myths to Transform Your Workplace. She explains how leaders can develop an understanding of inclusion by reflecting on what it feels like to be excluded, the importance of sponsorship, how companies’ commitments to diversity, equi...2024-05-2815 min
Tech Talks DailyHeidrick & Struggles: Navigating AI's Impact on LeadershipIn this episode of Tech Talks Daily, we delve into the seismic shifts AI adoption is bringing to the technology landscape with Sam Burman, a partner at Heidrick & Struggles. As AI continues to revolutionize industries, it's not just transforming business operations but also the very fabric of leadership and career progression in the tech world. Sam Burman brings his extensive expertise to the table, shedding light on how the rapid integration of AI is altering the traditional career ladder. With companies entering an AI recruitment arms race, traditional career progression models are becoming obsolete. We explore how...2024-05-2236 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastMental health and wellness at the top: A conversation about emotional well-being, peak performance, and leadership impact with Dr. Ardeshir MehranIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Dr. Laryssa Topolnytsky speaks to Dr. Ardeshir Mehran, a psychologist, behavioral researcher, business leader, leadership coach, and founder of the Human Work Studio, about mental health and well-being at the leadership level. In the conversation, Dr. Mehran explores some of the science around the links between emotional well-being and peak performance as well as the neuroscience for feeling better, living better, and leading better. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-1415 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastDeveloping forward-looking leaders: An interview with Peter Attfield, former chief talent and learning officer of Jardine MathesonIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ David Hui and Grace Gu speak to Peter Attfield, the former chief talent and learning officer at Jardine Matheson. Attfield shares how the Jardine Group has met the challenges of the last few years, how the company, the group, and the subsidiaries are preparing for the future, and what leadership skills or capabilities the group is focusing on in terms of both development and talent attraction. He also discusses the shifting of both employer and employee expectations, sharing his insights on the most effective way to communicate about th...2024-04-2915 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastEmbracing and sustaining a competitive advantage in AI: A conversation with José Pedro Almeida, advisory board member of Intelligence Ventures and top chief AI strategistIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Federico Guerreschi speaks to José Pedro Almeida, a top health AI and chief AI strategist and advisory board member at Intelligence Ventures, an emerging venture capital firm dedicated to cultivating innovation at the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare within the United States. In this interview, Almeida discusses the potential of generative AI and its impact on businesses and healthcare organizations worldwide, explaining how AI-driven digital workforce models can revolutionize patient care and operational efficiency. He also emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts among technology companies, healthcare leaders, and...2024-04-2224 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastSustainability, technology, and innovation in the chemicals sector: A conversation with Bob Maughon, chief technology and sustainability officer at SABICIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Will Krents speaks to Dr. Bob Maughon, the executive vice president, sustainability, technology & innovation and chief technology and sustainability officer at SABIC, the global Saudi Arabia–based chemical manufacturing company, to talk about how Maughon has seen the greater chemicals industry evolve over the last five years, particularly in regard to sustainability and digital transformation. He shares what SABIC is currently prioritizing, some big achievements and goals, and also how he is thinking about continuing to build teams to deliver on those goals. Finally, Maughon discusses the benefits of t...2024-04-0917 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThe evolving role of the chief communications officer: An interview with Maggie FitzPatrick, founder of FitzPatrick & CoIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Ina Sood speaks to Maggie FitzPatrick, the founder of FitzPatrick & Co and former global chief communications officer and head of public affairs at Johnson & Johnson. FitzPatrick discusses how she has seen the chief communications officer role evolve, particularly given the higher societal expectations for corporations to take a stand on public issues in recent years as well as the growing range of contentious social and geopolitical issues. She shares the leadership capabilities that have been most important to her success navigating these complexities, highlighting the importance of being ab...2024-03-1917 min
Breakfast Business with Joe LynamStafford Bagot Chief Executive of Heidrick & Struggles IrelandNearly half of the chief executives of Irish listed companies are under the age of 45. That’s almost double the average for the 27 other nations in which the head-hunters, Heidrick & Struggles carried out their survey. So does this mean that we start earlier, or are we Quick learners or is it just because the market is so small here?To discuss that, and the secretive world of headhunting Joe was joined by Stafford Bagot the Chief Executive of Heidrick & Struggles Ireland. 2024-03-1307 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastFrom scientist to founder: NMD Pharma’s CEO Thomas Holm Pedersen discusses leadership, innovation, and the future of biotechIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Martin Holm speaks to Thomas Holm Pedersen, the CEO of NMD Pharma, a clinical-stage biotech company with novel treatments for neuromuscular disease. Pedersen shares how he founded the biotech company and became CEO, sharing the capabilities he needed to learn right away. He discusses the foundational strengths that technically experienced CEOs have that nontechnical CEOs may struggle with in leading a biotech, as well as how he keeps up with different aspects of the growth of the organization including fundraising, hiring key talent, and fostering that culture of gr...2024-03-0417 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastLeadership styles in the legal profession: A conversation with Dr. Larry Richard, founder of LawyerBrainIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Victoria Reese speaks to Dr. Larry Richard, the leading expert on the psychology of lawyer behavior and the founder of LawyerBrain, a management consulting firm that exclusively serves the legal profession. Richard, who over his career has analyzed over 25,000 lawyers, shares what he thinks makes lawyers different and how they can best create relationships and environments for collaboration. He also discusses the biggest difference between a successful law firm partner and a successful general counsel and, for those in legal who may want to move into different roles—for...2024-02-2022 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastTalent strategies in a decentralized business and the CHRO's value at the board level: A conversation with Angella Alexander, CHRO of ATS CorporationIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Scott Bae speaks to Angella Alexander, CHRO at ATS Corporation, a leading industrial automation solutions provider listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, and member of the board of CCL Industries, a global specialty packaging pioneer and the largest label company in the world. Alexander begins by sharing her journey to becoming a public company CHRO and board member, and then turns to the biggest challenges facing leaders responsible for attracting, developing, and retaining leaders, focusing on the balance between hiring externally and developing leaders internally—particularly in a dece...2024-02-0615 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastGetting to net-zero in the electricity industry: A conversation with Jana Mosley, president of ENMAX PowerIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Sean McLean speaks to Jana Mosley, the president of ENMAX Power and a board member of the Western Energy Institute. Mosley, who has seen the electrical industry from multiple viewpoints, shares what she believes Canada’s leaders are doing well and where she believes they can improve, as well as how she and her team prioritize where to focus, what to learn, and which expertise to bring onto the team versus expertise to seek out form external experts. As an executive and board member, she shares what she sees...2024-01-2216 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastFrom start-ups to large-scale organizations: Uber Health’s Caitlin Donovan on the leadership capabilities that have helped her thriveIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Josh Clarke speaks to Caitlin Donovan, global head of Uber Health. Donovan shares what attracted her to an operational role and the healthcare ecosystem, what kept her engaged in the sector, and how she believes a strong operational focus has benefited her as a business leader. Speaking from her experience having worked with both early-stage start-ups and large-scale organizations, she also shares what leadership capabilities have helped her thrive in all these different environments as well as what new things she had to learn when starting out in ea...2024-01-0917 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastGender equity, productivity, and well-being: A conversation with Angela Hurtado, JPMorgan Chase & Co.'s managing director and senior country officer for ColombiaIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Roberto Hall speaks to Angela Hurtado, JPMorgan Chase & Co’s managing director and senior country officer for Colombia and independent director at Bolsa de Valores de Colombia, the Colombian stock exchange. Hurtado, also the chairperson of Women in Connection, discusses the state of diversity, equity and inclusion in Colombian businesses, the challenges and opportunities of managing both executive and non-executive roles at once, and how leaders can foster a culture of allyship and inclusion at their companies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-1214 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThe future of work in the clean energy sector: An interview with Nabil Almessabi, CHRO at TAQAIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Shaloo Kulkarni speaks to Nabil Almessabi, the CHRO at TAQA, a high-growth, international clean energy publicly listed company headquartered in Abu Dhabi. Almessabi shares his thoughts on the disruption in the energy sector and what he believes are the most important trends to watch out for in terms of the future of work and the skills and capabilities needed, including how he is approaching the changing needs of the workforce. He also discusses the differences he sees between the Middle East and other regions regarding the future workforce, an...2023-12-0609 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastDigitization in the legal sector: A conversation with Warren Hero, CIO and CDO of Webber WentzelIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Laila Coffey and Marianne Hill speak to Warren Hero, the CIO and CDO of Webber Wentzel, a leading law firm on the African continent. Hero recounts how he created the first digital law firm in Africa and shares the benefits to clients that the digitization of legal work can bring, what leadership capabilities he believes were most useful in this process, and how has adapted his leadership style for success. He also discusses technology in the legal sector more broadly, sharing how he keeps up with emerging technologies, wh...2023-12-0428 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastBuilding teams and navigating the healthcare ecosystem: An interview with Kaushik Bhaumik, EY Americas Health Technology LeaderIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Josh Clarke speaks to Kaushik Bhaumik, EY Americas health technology leader. Bhaumik, who earned your PhD in electrical engineering and then became a consultant at McKinsey before moving into healthcare, shares what attracted him to the support of healthcare clients and offers advice to other executives who are looking to transition their careers. He also shares what leadership skills are most transferable across large multinationals and early-stage start-ups, as well as both public companies and private investor-backed companies. Bhaumik then discusses his approach to building teams, balancing the ne...2023-11-2818 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastImplementing AI in the industrial sector: A conversation with Guido Kerkhoff, CEO of Klöckner SEIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Peter Behncke speaks to Guido Kerkhoff, the CEO of Klöckner SE, a German producer-independent steel and metal distributor. The conversation revolves around AI: how it has changed the ways of working in the industrial sector, how it is being used and who is responsible for deciding how to deploy it, and how to manage the risks and opportunities it presents. Kerkhoff also discusses how to assess the performance of AI initiatives and how organizations can make sure they have the leaders they need to progress with AI and...2023-11-2116 min
SBI, The Growth AdvisoryHeidrick & Struggles Outlines What CEOs Look for When Hiring a Head of SalesGreg Alexander, the CEO of SBI is joined by George Norton, the head of the chief sales officer practice at Heidrick & Struggles. If you are not familiar with Heidrick & Struggles, they are the world’s top executive search firm. As a Partner in the firm, George gets hired by CEOs to fill the role of head of sales. If you are a CEO, and are wondering if you need a new sales leader, listen to this. It might help you think through this.
If you are a head of sales, and are looking for the next adventure, li...2023-11-1630 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastLeading through digital transformations: A conversation with Sophia Velastegui, chief product officer at Aptiv and member of the AI Advisory Committee for National Science Foundation NSFIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Adam Howe speaks to Sophia Velastegui, chief product officer at Aptiv and member of the AI Advisory Committee for National Science Foundation NSF. Velastegui discusses the leadership capabilities most important to her success and the challenges of digital transformations, sharing what she has seen some of the world’s most acclaimed technology organizations get right from organization, culture, talent, and leadership perspectives. She also offers her advice to executives looking to create a culture where people can lean in, regardless of their experience or level in the organization; how...2023-11-1430 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThe future of work: An interview with Eileen Burnett-Kant, CHRO at CLP GroupIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Martin Xiang speaks to Eileen Burnett-Kant, the CHRO at CLP Group, an investor-owned power company in Asia Pacific. Burnett-Kant discusses the transformation CLP’s HR function has been undergoing, sharing what their needs have been and what approaches she adopted for the transformation. She also shares what she believes are the most important trends to watch out for in terms of the future of work; the skills and capabilities leaders will need in the energy industry, especially the power and utility sector; and how she is navigating the need...2023-11-0817 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastMeasuring AI’s impact within organizations: An interview with Sebastien Rozanes, group chief data officer at CarrefourIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Frédéric Groussolles speaks to Sebastien Rozanes, group chief data officer of Carrefour, a French multinational retail and wholesaling corporation. Rozanes discusses the role of chief data officer and how he is managing the growing role of AI at his organization: how and where he is implementing it, how he is measuring its impact, and who he is involving in the decision-making process around tools. He also discusses AI’s impact on the talent landscape and recruiting process, what sort of leadership skills or capabilities he sees as mos...2023-11-0625 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastNavigating narrow-mindedness, reaping the benefits of dissent, and cultivating curiosity: A conversation about leadership with Maura O'NeillIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Laryssa Topolnytsky speaks to Maura O’Neill, a faculty member at the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley and the first chief innovation officer at the US Agency for International Development. O’Neill, who does research on new ventures, innovation, and executive leadership, discusses narrow-mindedness: why humans have it and what we can do to mitigate some of its harms. She also shares her top three tips for leaders: be a voracious learner, question the status quo, andembrace diversity and dissent. Hosted on Aca...2023-10-3117 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastTalent development in the legal sector: A conversation with Caroline Firstbrook, former COO at Clifford ChanceIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Laila Coffey speaks to Caroline Firstbrook, an award-winning people leader and former COO at Clifford Chance, an international law firm. Firstbrook shares a bit about her leadership journey, focusing on the skills and capabilities she needed to develop or add to her team at Clifford Chance. Regarding searching for talent, she shares her perspective on bringing talent in from outside the professional services industry and how she helped those individuals adapt. She also shares what changes she is proudest of during her time at Clifford Chance, and offers her in...2023-10-3018 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastFostering a culture of innovation in industrial tech: An interview with The Heraeus Group’s Steffen MetzgerIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Roman Wecker speaks to Steffen Metzger, member of the group management committee at The Heraeus Group, a Fortune 500, family-owned technology company. Metzger discusses the importance of empathy and inclusion in fostering a culture optimal for innovation and shares some methods for combatting unconscious biases, emphasizing how important it is as a leader to be self-aware and authentic. He also discusses how to develop new leaders and encourage younger talent, as well as some trends and activities he is seeing in the industrial tech space and what leadership and talent im...2023-10-2417 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastCulture’s impact on recruitment and retention in the healthcare ecosystem: A conversation with John Shagoury, president and CEO at IntelyCareIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Josh Clarke speaks to John Shagoury, president and CEO at IntelyCare, a leading healthcare workforce management platform. Shagoury shares insights drawn from his extensive career in both operating and investor roles, explaining how these differentiated experiences helped him develop as a leader and what ways he’s found effective to engage teams. He also shares what it was like joining IntelyCare as the COO, which was a new position and an expansion of the executive team, and shares what leadership skill sets and capabilities he found critical to being in a...2023-10-1915 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastImplementing purposeful and effective sustainability initiatives: A conversation with Lise Kingo, board director at Danone, Sanofi, and CovestroIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Martin Holm speaks to Lise Kingo, an independent board director at Danone, Sanofi, and Covestro. Kingo, who served as chief of staff, executive vice president, and a member of the executive management team at Novo Nordisk and then held a five-year tenure as CEO and executive director of the United Nations Global Compact, implementing its Sustainable Development Goals, shares her insights on the private sector’s role in addressing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges and explains the competitive advantages, economic and social, that companies can gain by purposefully impl...2023-10-1320 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThe importance of sponsors and mentors: Kimberly Susan Cuccia, the senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary at NiSourceIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Victoria Reese speaks to Kimberly Susan Cuccia, the senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary at NiSource, a US utilities company based in Indiana. Cuccia, who has been at NiSource for more than 15 years, shares her leadership development journey at the company, including the ways in which NiSource’s leadership supported her, why her willingness to take lateral roles benefitted her in the long run, and what competencies and traits she believes made her the best fit for the general counsel role. She also notes the importance of ment...2023-10-0322 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastAgribusiness, technology, and leadership: An interview with Sky Kurtz, co-founder and CEO of Pure HarvestIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Tom Clarke and Michael Thomas speak to Sky Kurtz, CEO and co-founder of Pure Harvest, a technology-enabled agribusiness. Kurtz explores the role of technology, including IoT and AI, in addressing global food security challenges, especially in harsh environments such as the Middle East. He also discusses how he thinks about hiring leaders and building a thriving organizational culture, emphasizing the importance of inclusiveness and sustainability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-0209 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThe evolution of the chief medical officer: A conversation with Dr. Vidya Raman-Tangella, chief medical officer at Teladoc HealthIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Phyllis Schneble speaks to Dr. Vidya Raman-Tangella, the chief medical officer at Teladoc Health, a global leader in providing telemedicine and virtual care across a wide range of needs. Dr. Raman-Tangella discusses the evolving role of the chief medical officer, from a “luxury investment” to a person integral to helping to de-risk the organization and create enterprise value. She shares how she has seen the internal purpose, applications, and impact of the role change, as well as how the external nature of the chief medical officer is changing, noting...2023-09-2535 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastCrypto leadership & talent: An interview with King Leung, InvestHKIn this next episode of our series, “Crypto leadership & talent: Evolution of control functions,” part of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ William Bown and David Hui speak to King Leung, head of financial services and fintech at InvestHK, a department of the Hong Kong SAR government responsible for foreign direct investment that attracts and supports overseas enterprises and investors to expand and scale their business in Hong Kong. King shares his first exposure to the crypto and digital assets sector and what drew him to this space, and then discusses Hong Kong's relationship with the crypto industry: how that rel...2023-09-2024 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastDisruption and innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry: An interview with GSK’s chief commercial officer Luke MielsIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Charlie Moore speaks to Luke Miels, the chief commercial officer at GSK, a global biopharmaceutical company headquartered in London. In this interview, Miels discusses the changing healthcare industry, both from an R&D perspective and from a commercial perspective, highlighting the changing digital and AI environment and sharing how the profile of the successful leader is changing as a result. He also discusses some tips for collaboration between R&D and commercial teams, the challenges of change management, and GSK’s culture journey. Finally, he offers advice for leaders and...2023-09-1822 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastNavigating leadership and challenges in the supply chain function with Linzell Harris, former SVP of global supply chain and strategy at AstraZenecaIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Carlos Garcia speaks to Linzell Harris, former senior vice president of global supply chain and strategy at AstraZeneca. Harris reflects on the supply chain disruptions he’s experienced over his 35 years in the discipline and shares how the leadership challenges have changed over time. He also shares how he would energize and motivate his teams to understand how much value can come from the latest supply chain technologies and what helped him accelerate digitization initiatives, and discusses how the expectations of his external networks evolved and what effect that had...2023-09-1212 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastLeadership for the future in fashion, luxury, and design: An interview with Matteo De Rosa, CEO of Métiers d'ArtIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Chiara Berlendi speaks to Matteo De Rosa, the CEO of Métiers d'Art, a division of luxury company LVMH. De Rosa discusses how diverse teams benefit organizations and shares how his own wide range of experiences, from entrepreneur to CEO, working in China and across Europe, and in organizations of a variety of ownership structures, have helped him become a better leader. He also offers advice to his younger self as well as to people within Métiers d'Art who aspire to be leaders in the company one day...2023-09-0525 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastDigital assets focus: Navigating regulation and finding the right talentIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Guy Shaul and Tom Clarke are joined by Najam Kidwai and Michael Zhao, cofounders and managing partners at C1, a newly launched fund focused on secondary investments and digital-asset-related companies and infrastructure. Kidwai and Zhao discuss the genesis of C1 advisors and the conditions that led to the timing being right. They also share where they believe think the crypto industry has gone wrong in recent months, what they will be expecting their portfolio of companies to focus on in order to navigate regulation today and as it evolves, an...2023-08-2828 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastDiversity, leadership, and business growth: An interview with Ying McGuire, NMSDC CEO & president In this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Jennifer Streitwieser speaks to Ying McGuire, the CEO and president of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC). The NMSDC is the longest-operating business growth engine for the broadest group of systematically excluded communities of color in the United States. In this interview, McGuire discusses the untapped potential of minority business enterprises and shares her perspective on leading through the significant transformations within organizations brought about by technology, data, emerging markets, and economic dynamics. She also discusses how critical culture and change management are in navigating tra...2023-08-2125 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastIntegrating AI into industrial companies: A conversation with Arun Narayanan, former chief data officer at Anglo AmericanIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Sam Burman speaks to Arun Narayanan, the former chief data officer at Anglo American, about the significance of getting culture right when it comes to driving a digital transformation. Narayanan shares how he came to be the chief data officer of mining company Anglo American and when AI became part of the role, providing some practical examples of how he applied both data and AI to solve problems within the company, navigating the path of buy, build, and partner. Finally, Narayanan offers advice to leaders who are currently wrestling wit...2023-08-1430 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastNavigating global transformation and leadership: Insights from Luis Lozano, president at Toyota MexicoIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Lewis Adams speaks to Luis Lozano, the president of Toyota Mexico. Adams and Lozano discuss leadership through the transformation currently taking place within the automotive industry, moving from traditional automotive to broader mobility. Lozano shares what he sees as the biggest opportunities and challenges over the next five years and what leadership skill sets and capabilities will be critical for him as he leads through the transformation and disruption, and what types of leaders he is looking for as well. Lozano also shares how his Mexico strategy plays into the...2023-08-0835 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastDisruption and sustainability in agriculture: A conversation with Anders Nørgaard, CEO of FirstFarmsIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Jacek Chodzko speaks to Anders Nørgaard, the CEO of FirstFarms, a Danish public company focused on investing in and operating agriculture farms in Central and Eastern Europe. Nørgaard discusses the current disruptions in the agriculture sector and how FirstFarms is responding to the various challenges, and shares how and why his leadership style has become much more collaborative. He also talks about the importance of being a purpose-driven company for both attracting and retaining talent, why FirstFarms takes a very locally minded approach to business, and how he...2023-07-3115 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastCarsten Brunn on moving from big pharma to biotech: Risk, rewards, and leadership stylesIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Charlie Moore speaks to Carsten Brunn, the president and CEO of Selecta Biosciences, a clinical-stage biotech company with a commitment to solving the challenges associated with autoimmunityheadquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Brunn, who moved into biotech from Bayer, discusses the differences—cultural, day-to-day, and leadership capabilities needed—between biotech and big pharma. He shares what surprised him, the challenges he faced when he first joined Selecta Biosciences, and managing his relationship with the board of directors. Finally, he offers advice to leaders considering a move into the biotech space. Hoste...2023-07-2622 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastInnovation, leadership, and purpose in the biotech industry: A conversation with Mathai Mammen, CEO of FogPharmaIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Andy MacLeod speaks to Mathai Mamman, the CEO of FogPharma, a company spun out of Harvard University with a mission to drastically reduce the burden of disease on patients and their families by inventing new types of drugs. Previously, Mammen was a member of the executive committee at Johnson & Johnson, where he served as executive vice president of pharmaceutical R&D. In this conversation, Mammen discusses balancing steady, incremental innovation and significant, transformational innovation, and how leaders should leaders think about that balance as they plot their strategic agenda...2023-07-2425 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastAttracting, developing, and retaining talent in a hyper-competitive market: An interview with Cynthia Burkhardt, global head of talent acquisition at Kimberly-ClarkIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Kelley Lang and Adam Howe speak to Cynthia Burkhardt, the global head of talent acquisition at Kimberly-Clark. Burkhardt discusses the hyper-competitive talent market and how organizations must adapt to the changing needs of the workforce, including by moving from hiring for pedigree to hiring for skill. She also shares what leadership capabilities and skill sets will be needed for future success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-1926 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastDisruption in commercial pharmaceuticals: An interview with Takeda’s Ramona SequeiraIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Charlie Moore speaks to Ramona Sequeira, president of Takeda’s global portfolio division. Takeda is a global research and development–driven biopharmaceutical company. Sequeira is responsible for the company’s global portfolio division and serves as a member of Takeda’s executive team. In this interview, Moore and Sequeira discuss the disruption areas in commercial pharmaceuticals and how they are affecting what competencies and capabilities Sequeira is looking for in the leadership team. They also discuss organizational culture, sourcing digital talent, and driving innovation around the world. 2023-07-1720 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThe changing landscape of talent in the health tech industry: Insights from Abbott's EVP of medical devices, Lisa EarnhardtIn this next episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Phyllis Schneble speaks to Lisa Earnhardt, Abbott's executive vice president of medical devices, about talent in the health tech sector. Earnhardt discusses the necessary skill sets for leadership in health tech, how she thinks about successfully integrating outside talent into the organization, and the benefits of being part of a mission-driven company. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-1022 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastBreaking down barriers in the VC space: An interview with Kristina Williams, CEO of Alberta Enterprise CorporationIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Sean McLean speaks to Kristina Williams, the CEO of Alberta Enterprise Corporation, vice chair of the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), and a non-executive director of North American Construction Group. Williams discusses her experience in the technology and investment industries and shares how her investment philosophy has changed since 2020 and her outlook for 2023, highlighting the potential for Canada to start thinking globally and exporting high-value products. She also discusses the role of DE&I in organizations, particularly regarding gender, stressing the importance of sponsorships and the need for or...2023-06-2918 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastInnovation, leadership, and purpose in the biotech industry: Insights from Martin Mackay, co-founder and CEO of RallybioIn this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Andy MacLeod speaks to Martin Mackay, co-founder and CEO of Rallybio, a biotech company. Mackay discusses his passion for science, medicine, research, and innovation, his career in the biotech and pharmaceuticals industries, and how leaders can enable innovation to translate into commercial value. He also shares insights on the importance of having a purpose, an agile mindset, and dealing with setbacks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-1920 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastMicrosoft's Nuance Healthcare EVP & GM on AI's role in transforming patient careIn this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Josh Clarke speaks to Diana Nole, the executive vice president and general manager for Nuance's healthcare division. Nuance, now a Microsoft Cloud and AI company, created the voice recognition space more than 20 years ago and continues to be a pioneer and leader in conversational AI innovation. Nole shares how differentiated experiences helped her grow as a leader and which leadership capabilities have helped her succeed, including curiosity, risk-taking, pivoting, and decisiveness. She also shares how she thinks about balancing the need for innovation with the need for stability and of...2023-06-1515 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastCrypto leadership & talent: Evolution of control functionsWelcome to The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast. In this new series of podcasts, “Crypto leadership & talent: Evolution of the control functions,” Heidrick & Struggles will be sitting down with leaders in crypto and digital assets to explore the current environment, the evolution of control and governance functions in these areas, expectations for the future, and what they have learned from their work in these areas. In this episode, Heidrick & Struggles’ Adrianna Huehnergarth and Julian Ha speak to Niki Christoff, the founder and CEO of Christoff & Co., a Washington-based boutique consultancy that advises clients on public policy, politica...2023-06-1232 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastNavigating new technologies and preparing the next generation of leaders: Insights from Gurdeep Grewal, the CEO of IntiveIn this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Lukasz Kiniewicz speaks to Gurdeep Grewal, CEO of Intive, a global software company. Gurdeep shares his journey to becoming CEO and highlights the importance of creating a value plan, building trust, and listening. They also discuss the necessary leadership capabilities for private equity–backed CEOs, such as focusing on value creation plans and managing costs. Gurdeep explains how Intive's growth through global acquisitions has affected the company culture and emphasizes the importance of having a clear operating model and integration plan. Finally, they talk about how Intive is prep...2023-06-0526 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastCrypto leadership & talent: Evolution of the control functionsWelcome to The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast. In this new series of podcasts, “Crypto leadership & talent: Evolution of the control functions,” Heidrick & Struggles will be sitting down with leaders in crypto and digital assets to explore the current environment, the evolution of control and governance functions in these areas, expectations for the future, and what they have learned from their work in these areas. In this episode, Heidrick & Struggles’ David Richardson and Julian Ha speak to Matthew Homer, a venture investor and advisor to crypto founders and managing member of venture capital firm The Department of XYZ...2023-06-0224 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastInnovation and legal leadership in biopharma: An interview with Amgen’s Jonathan GrahamIn this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ David Burd speaks to Jonathan Graham, the executive vice president, general counsel, and secretary of Amgen, a leading biopharmaceutical company. Graham discusses the challenges facing the biopharmaceutical industry, including political and legislative threats, and the need to focus on patients and innovation. He highlights the importance of culture in building a thriving organization, particularly in the post-pandemic environment. Graham also shares insights on attracting and retaining talent in the industry, emphasizing the value of these roles beyond compensation, including working at the cutting edge of law and science, and be...2023-06-0118 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastAutomation, digitization, and utilization of data to drive future innovation in cell and gene therapies: A conversation with Dr. Bruce Levine of the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of MedicineIn this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Jeff Boyd sits down with Dr. Bruce Levine, the Barbara and Edward Netter Professor in Cancer Gene Therapy and the founding director of the Clinical Cell in Vaccine Production Facility in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and the Abramson Cancer Center, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. Levine discusses the partnership between academia and industry and offers his perspective on what is important to attract the best technical, scientific, commercial, and leadership talent to the space of selling gene therapy. As an advisory board member for ma...2023-05-2518 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastCrypto leadership & talent: Evolution of control functions – Dawn Capital’s Dan Chaplin offers an investor’s perspective on the recent challenges facing the digital assets industryIn this episode of our series, “Crypto leadership & talent: Evolution of control functions,” part of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Guy Shaul and Aliceson Robinson speak to Dan Chaplin, a partner and leader of digital assets at technology investment firm Dawn Capital. Chaplin’s investment portfolio stretches across B2B fintech and includes businesses such as Tink, Billie, Access FinTech and OpenGamma, but he has specific investments in digital assets that include Copper and Elwood technology. Chaplin shares where he thinks certain parts of the industry have gone wrong, how he thinks some of the executives, management teams, and boards...2023-05-1822 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast Crypto Leadership & Talent: Evolution of Control Functions - Navigating the Regulatory Environment and Balancing Stability and Innovation with Michael Held, Partner at WilmerHale and Former General Counsel at the Federal Reserve Bank of New YorkIn this episode of our series, “Crypto leadership & talent: Evolution of control functions,” part of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Michael Held, a partner at law firm WilmerHale and former general counsel at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, discusses how both traditional finance and crypto and fintech, can navigate the ever-evolving regulatory environment. He shares what his transition from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York to a law firm was like as well as his first exposure to the crypto and digital asset sector, then talks about how, because legal teams need to be constantly learning, he decides...2023-05-1129 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastNavigating complexity and digital transformation in media: An interview with Jamie Fly, president and CEO of Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyIn this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Lukasz Kiniewicz and Aliceson Robinson speak to Jamie Fly, the president and CEO of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty's mission is to promote democratic values and institutions and to advance human rights by reporting news in countries where free press is banned or not fully established. Fly discusses the benefits and complexities of being a non-profit, highly purpose-driven organization, his evolution as a leader, and how he is navigating the current uncertainties—from crises such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine to the rapidly evolvi...2023-05-0824 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThree implementation options for Generative AI: An interview with Pedro Uria Recio, chief data analytics and AI officer at True DigitalIn this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles’ Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Mattias Kamber speaks to Pedro Uria Recio, the chief data analytics and AI officer at True Digital, the digital arm of Thailand’s leading telecom company, and managing director of True Analytics, a corporate venture that builds data-driven enterprise solutions in advertising, credit risk, customer intelligence, and data enrichment. Recio shares what drew him into the AI space and talks about key business applications for generative AI, as well as what new skill sets and capabilities organizations will need to seek in leaders to maximize opportunities and minimize the risks...2023-04-2425 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThe Power of Company DNA and Data: Interview with Danny Brooks, Co-Founder at PenroseIn this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Angela Gardner speaks to Danny Brooks, a brand archeologist working at the intersection of data strategy and storytelling and the co-founder at Penrose, a strategy consulting firm that puts company DNA at the center of all decision making. Brooks discusses what company DNA means to him and how organizations and people management leaders should be thinking about data in that context, as well as how to use that data to connect with diverse internal and external stakeholders. He also shares some of his research regarding the growing Gen Z wo...2023-04-2019 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastPuma’s CHRO on DE&I, the evolution of the HR function, and how to build a Gen Z–friendly organizational cultureIn this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Claudia Schneider speaks to Dietmar Knoess, the CHRO at Puma. Knoess discusses how the HR function has moved into the boardroom, what challenges the function is facing looking into the next decade, and how he promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion both within and outside Puma. He also discusses how he is building an organizational culture that is attractive to Gen Z workers and shares his advice for future HR leaders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-1017 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastLegal leadership in healthcare: Insights from the GC of Sentara, a not-for-profit integrated healthcare delivery system In this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ David Burd speaks to Earl Barnes II, the corporate vice president and general counsel for Sentara Healthcare, a large, integrated non-for-profit healthcare delivery system. Barnes discusses what’s driving current trends in the healthcare industry and how those trends are affecting the industry’s talent needs, how not-for-profit leaders can find a balance between serving their communities and remaining sustainable, and how the role of general counsel is evolving at healthcare organizations. Finally, he offers some advice for lawyers coming up in the healthcare space regarding talents...2023-04-0614 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastBenevity’s CEO on transitioning from a CFO role and the importance of mental healthIn this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Sean McLean speaks to Kelly Schmitt, the CEO of Benevity, a Calgary-based leading global provider of corporate purpose software. Schmitt discusses the importance of mental well-being and shares how she role models maintaining her own health and wellness to make sure her colleagues feel comfortable doing the same. Schmitt, who was a three-time CFO before accepting the CEO role at Benevity, also talks about making the transition and shares some advice for finance leaders who aspire for the top job. Finally, she offers her take on the future of wo...2023-03-3015 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastESG leadership from the legal function: An interview with Whitbread General Counsel Chris VaughanIn this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Laila Coffey speaks to Chris Vaughan, the general counsel and company secretary of Whitbread plc, an FTSE 100 company. Vaughan, who also leads the company’s sustainability function, shares how he has embedded ESG into the company, how he empowers other functions in the company to help drive ESG, and some advice to other legal leaders who want to actively contribute to and lead on sustainability initiatives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-2719 minThe Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastHeidrick perspectives: The impact of digital on marketing and communications rolesIn this episode, Heidrick & Struggles’ Jean Allen sits down with two of our colleagues, our very own John Abele and Kristin Deutmeyer. Together, they discuss the blurring lines between leadership roles in communications, marketing, and digital functions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-1516 min
Glenn van Zutphen on Saturday Mornings with Neil HumphreysWeekends: Heidrick & Struggles has released its annual Route to The Top Report.Glenn van Zutphen and award-winning author Neil Humphreys are joined by Jiat-Hui Wu, Partner in Charge, Heidrick & Struggles, Singapore to talk about Heidrick & Struggles recent report and its key findings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-12-1013 min
Modern CTOWhat Makes a Great CTO with Dennis Baden, Global Managing Partner, Technology Officers Practice at Heidrick & StrugglesToday we’re talking to Dennis Baden, Global Managing Partner, Technology Officers Practice at Heidrick & Struggles; and we discuss the soft skills that separate good CTOs from great CTOs; why it’s crucial to open yourself to networking at every stage in your career; and why the lines are being blurred between CIOs and CTOs.All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Dennis and Heidrick & Struggles at https://www.heidrick.com/en!2022-12-0944 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastHeidrick & Struggles' chief legal officer and corporate secretary on strategic growth and ESGIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Victoria Reese speaks to Tracey Heaton, Heidrick’s chief legal officer and corporate secretary, about the evolving role of the legal function. Heaton joined the firm in 2021 and is responsible for the company's global legal and compliance function. Prior to that, she was the senior vice president and chief corporate counsel for Visa Inc. Heaton discusses the way her differentiated experiences have helped her develop as a leader and offers advice to other leaders who may be considering a cross-industry move. She also shares her perspective on the evolution of the chief legal officer role...2022-04-1214 min
Leadership BITESCheryl Stokes, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Partner at Heidrick & StrugglesSend us a textCheryl Stokes is a partner in Heidrick & Struggles’ New York office and a member of Heidrick Consulting. For more than 25 years she has helped leaders effectively address challenges in the global business environment. She has designed and delivered numerous senior level programs, facilitating face-to-face and virtually in the areas of leadership, strategy, inclusion, productive dialogue, systemic thinking, and other organizational learning disciplines."Today in her role at Heidrick, Cheryl works to help organizations unleash the potential of all leaders and talent in organizations, and develop inclusive, high-performing leaders who enable “the huma...2022-01-3042 min
Electric Ladies PodcastTwice As Many Women Appointed CEO In 2021 - Bonnie Gwin, Heidrick & StrugglesShow Notes: Bonnie Gwin, Heidrick & Struggles Twice As Many Women Appointed CEO In 2021 - Bonnie Gwin, Heidrick & Struggles “Diversity matters. Building diverse boards, building diverse suites, ensuring you have diversity. And I mean, in the broadest sense, it's not just gender, it's every aspect. It's life experience, it's geographic it's age. I mean, there's a wide range of things that go into diversity. I think diversity matters and companies realize that very clearly.” Bonnie Gwin on Electric Ladies Podcast All the shifts in 2020-2021 – from covid to climate change to social pressu...2021-12-1419 min
All About Skills!023 Ted Dysart, Vice-Chairman of Heidrick & Struggles, Discusses the Critical Skills in Executive SearchTed Dysart is Vice Chairman of the premier executive search firm, Heidrick & Struggles.
He discusses the Critical Skills, the Executive Search profession, and the application of Critical Skills to Executive Search.
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Dr. HDr. Heidrick's 7th/8th Grade IB Podcast ExampleListen to this podcast as an example of how to structure your IB podcast project!2020-11-1516 minDr. HDr. Heidrick's 6th Grade IB Podcast ExampleUse this as an example of how to structure your IB project!2020-11-1518 minDr. HDr. Heidrick's 6th Grade IB Podcast ExampleCheck out my podcast as an example for your IB project!2020-11-1518 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastNavigating crises with integrity: Insights from Waste Management’s chief people officerIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Rose Gailey speaks with Tamla Oates-Forney, senior vice president and chief people officer for Waste Management, a comprehensive North American waste and environmental services company. Oates-Forney shares her experiences and insights gained from leading her workforce through the COVID-19 crisis: the importance of putting people first, maintaining a sense of calm, and openness and transparency while working on a sustainable tomorrow. She also stresses the necessity of diversity and inclusion as a systemic approach, rather than simply an initiative, for a winning company strategy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-09-0123 min
IBS Intelligence PodcastsEp94: Clare Buxton, Partner, Heidrick & StrugglesOriginally established in Chicago, Heidrick & Struggles is a global executive search firm. Clare Buxton is a Partner in Heidrick & Struggles’ London office and a member of the global Financial Services Practice. She leads the Consumer Financial Services team in the UK and is part of the global FinTech Practice. Robin Amlot spoke to Clare Buxton about the leadership issues facing neobanks.2020-08-2812 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastTransparency, accountability, humility: Guiding your company through a successful restructuringIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Liz Hayes speaks with Yvette Austin Smith, principal and director of The Brattle Group, a global economics and financial consulting firm that provides expertise in litigation and regulatory matters. Smith, who specializes in M&A and bankruptcy disputes, explains some of the finance market trends she’s seeing as well as how litigation and contested bankruptcies are different now compared to the Great Recession. She also explains the three key leadership skills she focuses on—transparency, accountability, and humility—and offers some advice for boards as they look to guide companies through a successful restructuring and turna...2020-07-2814 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastWorking together, winning together: Creating a culture of accountability at Fulton FinancialIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Dennis Alimena speaks with Philip Wenger, chairman and CEO at Fulton Financial Corporation, a US financial holding company. Wenger discusses the cultural transformation journey Fulton embarked on five years ago to create a culture of greater accountability throughout the organization, one where everyone is responsible for driving results. He also shares how the company’s cultural values have helped it navigate the current challenging environment, with a continued focus on working together to help serve its employees, customers, and communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-07-1415 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastEvolution of the workplace: Virtual work and reskilling at InfosysIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Akhil Verma speaks with Ravi Kumar, president at Infosys, one of the world’s largest information technology and consulting organizations, about the evolution of the workplace. Kumar shares his perspective on how the COVID-19 pandemic will change the order of society and the enterprise as we are forced to transition into more agile, resilient, outcome-centric, and empathy-driven hybrid organizations. He further stresses the need for reskilling and shifting from degree-based to skills-based hiring, which can open opportunities to more people, thus creating more diverse and inclusive company cultures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...2020-06-1622 min
The Know Flood NewscastKnow Flood Newscast Ep 5 - Chris HeidrickJoe and Tim talk to Chris Heidrick, past Chair of the Flood Insurance Producers National Committee and owner of Heidrick & Company Insurance. Among the wide ranging interview topics of Risk Rating 2.0 and private flood insurance, we focus in on how the NFIP's customer experience has changed over the years. Since Chris has testified in front of Congress on the NFIP, we also discuss NFIP legislative reform, and how 2020 may look for the flood industry.
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The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastPreparing for the unexpected: Insights from a 9/11 FDNY deputy fire chiefIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Cheryl Stokes speaks with Mike Puzziferri, retired deputy chief in the FDNY, the Fire Department of the City of New York, and a key leader in the FDNY’s response to the 9/11 attacks. Puzziferri shares his experience, including how the department recovered and rebuilt itself, during one of the most challenging periods in the history of the FDNY. Puzziferri discusses the important changes that were made to the FDNY’s crisis management plan and operations after the attacks, making the FDNY stronger and more prepared for threats and the unexpected, lessons that any organization should hee...2020-05-1922 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastA company ahead of its time: Insights from a 100% virtual businessIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Jessica Gentile speaks with Marc Zionts, the executive chairman and a board member of Precision Nutrition, an online fitness and health platform with a unique business model: it is a native 100% virtual business. Zionts shares his experiences on the practices, processes, and benefits around running a fully remote company. Zionts has found that success lies in a combination of having people who are fit for remote work, a mission-based organization that people are connected to, and well-developed processes for remote working. He also stresses the importance of taking care of and staying connected to your peopl...2020-04-2922 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThe CHRO’s evolving role in the digital ageIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Christina Cary speaks with Holly Kortright, Senior Vice President of People at Ellucian, a provider of software and services for the higher education sector. Kortright discusses how the CHRO role has evolved to one of both a business and talent strategist, enabling an organizational culture that embraces change and innovation to reach business goals. She stresses the importance of offering a unique employee value proposition to attract and retain the best talent and supporting and developing your people. She further draws attention to the need for diversity and inclusion to build powerful teams, where everyone’s uni...2020-04-0723 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastFrom complexity to simplicity at Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling CompanyIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Adam Howe speaks with Matthieu Seguin, recently appointed general manager at Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company (HBC) Nigeria. Seguin shares his insights on leading a transformation, from a complex organization to a more agile one, as general manager at Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland, and the lessons he is applying in Nigeria. He also discusses the often-missed step in the middle of such a journey—simplicity—and the importance of culture in reversing complexity to drive growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-03-0915 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastLeading by example to transform healthcare: The leadership journeys of Blue Shield’s CEO and CHROIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Samantha Carey speaks with Paul Markovich and Mary O’Hara, the CEO and CHRO, respectively, of Blue Shield of California, a $22 billion nonprofit health plan seeking to transform the healthcare system. They share their leadership journeys, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and challenging and improving oneself in order to make a difference not only within the company but also in the healthcare industry. They discuss how effective leadership is a combination of integrity, authenticity, and humility, which are key to engaging people’s hearts as well as their minds and inspiring commitment throughout the organi...2020-02-1129 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastMaking the most of data and information: Insights from Experian’s CFOIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Susie Clements speaks with Lloyd Pitchford, CFO and board member of Experian, the multinational consumer credit reporting company. Pitchford shares his experience on how digital disruption is causing a shift in finance responsibilities, moving beyond workflow automation toward supporting technology, data, and innovation to create competitive advantage. He further emphasizes the importance of focusing on external factors to ensure long-term success in a fast-paced environment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-01-2812 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThe digital CFO: How Target transformed the consumer journey in retailIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Alyse Bodine speaks with Cathy Smith, former CFO of Target Corporation, one of the largest retailers in the United States. Smith shares her experience as CFO of Target during its successful digital transformation, including the critical importance of understanding the consumer journey, both physical and digital, to inform the company’s strategy and investments. She further shares her vision on future requirements for talent in the finance function, including more technological and data-driven skills, and advice for women in finance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-01-1414 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastHow purpose and agility are key for the leadership of tomorrowIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Roman Wecker speaks with Uwe Raschke, board member of Robert Bosch as well as CEO and chairman of BSH, Bosch Siemens Home Appliances. Raschke shares his perspective on agility, purposeful leadership, and the skills future leaders need in order to thrive. He also discusses the business transformation journey he led when he was president of Robert Bosch’s power tools division and how both organizational and culture change were vital for its success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-11-2618 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastEY invests in technology and people to create innovation “superheroes”In this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Josh Clarke speaks with Jeff Wong, global chief innovation officer at EY. Wong discusses the innovation ecosystem he has implemented at EY, investing in both technology and people to become better, faster, stronger. He also talks about the leadership skills needed to succeed in a continuously disruptive world, how to hire and develop talent with a growth mind-set, and how critical innovation is for companies to not only survive but thrive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-11-1222 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastA revolution in the renewable energy sector: The journey of Lightsource BPIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Claire Skinner speaks with Nick Boyle, founder and CEO of Lightsource BP, the leading global provider of solar and smart energy solutions. Boyle discusses the evolution and meteoric growth of Lightsource BP since its inception just nine years ago and how the company has overcome challenges in the disruptive renewables sector. He also talks about the future of the sector, including the need to move toward cleaner energy at a global scale, and the leadership skills and talent you need to thrive in such a young and rapidly changing industry. Hosted on Acast. See ac...2019-10-1724 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThe Idea Factory: Fostering employees’ creativity to support business innovationIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Tim Luedke speaks with Alessia Sterpetti, head of open innovation and the Idea Factory at Enel, the multinational power company. Sterpetti shares the journey of the Idea Factory, an initiative that helps foster employee creativity to come up with innovative, value-creating solutions to business challenges. She also talks about shifting the company culture to one that is entrepreneurial and also human-centric, and shares advice for up-and-coming female talent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-09-2512 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastThe Power of One: Helen of Troy’s culture transformation journeyIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Chad Carr speaks with Julien Mininberg, CEO of Helen of Troy, a global consumer products company. Mininberg talks about Helen of Troy’s culture transformation as key to driving its business strategy and unlocking a whole new future for the company. He also discusses the importance of having a clear vision, building and empowering the leadership team, leading through example, and instilling passion throughout the company to drive organizational change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-3025 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastManufacturing in China: A CEO perspectiveIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Roman Wecker talks to Rainer Hundsdörfer, CEO of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen, a global printing company. Hundsdörfer discusses how the manufacturing industry is evolving in China and its importance to Heidelberger’s competitiveness. He also shares how doing business in China compares to operating in the Western world and how China is ahead of the game in its digital transformation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-1012 min
Small Business CelebrationEpisode #032 Dr. John Heidrick, MDVIPOur guest is Dr. John Heidrick of MDVIP and he’s going to guide us in the importance of:
1. Why giving presentations to service clubs is fun and helps your business!
2. Why you should hone your business down to what you really want to do.
3. Why you should watch your growth.2019-06-2344 min
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastBlackRock: Promoting LGBTQ rights in AsiaIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Harry O’Neill talks to Robert Ronneberger, vice president and lead strategist for model portfolios and defined contribution solutions for Asia at BlackRock, the global investment management corporation. Ronneberger discusses how BlackRock is promoting the LGBTQ community’s rights in Asia and how important it is to create a diverse and inclusive culture in the workplace. He also shares how BlackRock is actively encouraging D&I, with both internal and external LGBTQ initiatives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-1820 min