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Ideagen RadioGlobal Sustainability Initiative: Saudi Vision 2030 & Youth Leadership at Ideagen SummitSend us a textIdeagen Global, in partnership with Delos Arabia and The Sustainability Professionals of Saudi Arabia (SPSA), is excited to announce the upcoming Global Sustainability Initiative (GSI) Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Moderated by Delos Arabia Founder Shannon Dunn, the discussion features Dr. Mohammed Al-Surf of the Tilad Group alongside Saudi Model United Nations representatives: Ibrahim Junaid (President), Abdullah Edini (Founder), and Abbad Abduljawad (Head of PR). They explore the critical role of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their implementation in Saudi Arabia. With around 60% of the Saudi population under 30, our guests...
2024-09-0930 minIdeagen RadioGlobal Partnerships & Sustainability Panel: AI, Health, Tech, & Finance SummitSend us a textHow can partnerships drive impact, and how can the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals spark innovation and create meaningful change? Join Ideagen Global CEO George Sifakis in Athens, Greece, as he brings together a diverse group of thought leaders and industry professionals to explore how their organizations leverage collaboration to make a difference.Featured speakers include hospitality consultant Tim Ananiadis, Founder of The Internet Commission Ioana Noula, CEO of Otis Elevators Greece and Cyprus Panagiotis Zikos, Executive Director of The Daughters of Penelope Elena Saviolakis, Celebrity Chef Maria Loi, and VP of...
2024-09-0940 minIdeagen RadioNick Larigakis, 2030 Global Impact SummitSend us a textCan the rule of law be the cornerstone of fair and just international relations? Join us on Ideagen as we sit down with Nick Laragakis, President & CEO of the American Hellenic Institute to explore this pressing issue. Nick dives into the inconsistencies plaguing global responses to violations, shedding light on the contrasting reactions to Turkey's prolonged occupation of Cyprus and Russia's aggressive actions in Ukraine. The conversation underscores the need for a universal application of the rule of law, emphasizing how double standards undermine justice and integrity on the world stage. Prepare for...
2024-09-0925 minIdeagen RadioGreece's Energy Future: Balancing Renewables and HydrocarbonsSend us a textHow can Greece navigate the turbulent waters of energy transition amidst global uncertainties? Join Former EU Ambassador and Founder of ALLILONnet, Angelos Pangratis, as he engages with two distinguished experts—Professor Avraam Zelilidis from the University of Patras and Professor Grigoris Zarotiadis from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki—who share their deep insights into Greece's energy future. Professor Zelilidis unpacks the environmental costs and practical limitations of renewable energy, while Professor Zarotiadis discusses the economic stakes and the critical need for a strategic approach to sustainable solutions. We then shift focus to th...
2024-09-091h 01Ideagen RadioThe Future of Education, Esteban Olivares & Aaron Dworkin: 2024 "Future of ... Summit"Send us a textJoin Esteban Olivares, Head of New University Partnerships at Summer Discovery, and Aaron Dworkin, CEO of The National Summer Learning Association, as they discuss their career paths, the inspiration behind their focus on youth education, and the transformative impact of technology and AI on learning. Esteban highlights Summer Discovery's upcoming Georgetown Campus programs and the Ideagen Future Global Leaders Academy, while Aaron examines the pandemic's influence on summer learning trends and outlines support resources for students. Both emphasize the importance of educational partnerships and share their visions for the future of summer learning...
2024-09-0524 minIdeagen RadioMark & James Fitzgerald, The Ideagen Foundation: 2024 "Future of ... Summit"Send us a textIn this special Ideagen Foundation interview, James Fitzgerald, Ideagen Senior Fellow, sits down with his father, Mark Fitzgerald, Principal at KPMG. They discuss Mark's leadership journey and his success in building teams with a global mindset. Mark highlights the importance of adaptability, resilience, and self-awareness in leadership, emphasizing that the strongest leaders harness their unique capabilities to empower those around them. He also explores how today's leadership shifts will shape future leaders, comparing and contrasting them with leaders of the past. Don't miss this special Ideagen Foundation interview, all part of t...
2024-09-0511 minIdeagen RadioFuture of Health: : 2024 AI, Health, Tech, & Finance SummitSend us a textOn January 31, the Ideagen Global AI, Health, Tech, and Finance Summit hosted the enlightening Future of Health Panel, now available for viewing on our YouTube channel as of March 1st. Moderated by Manoli Lagos of The Living Fuel, this panel brought together a unique blend of experts in the health and wellness sector: Dr. Steven Roth, the visionary founder of Dr.Hypnodelics; Collen Wachob, the co-founder and co-CEO of the influential wellness platform MindBodyGreen; and Dr. Cesar Lara, renowned for his dual leadership at Cesar A. Lara M.D. Weight Management and Fire...
2024-02-2939 minIdeagen RadioRuth Hunter, Miami Heat: 2024 AI, Health, Tech, & Finance SummitSend us a textIdeagen Global is honored to host Ruth Hunter, Senior Director of Team Development for the Miami Heat, in an exclusive interview with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis. Ruth, a true legend in the world of sports, boasts an illustrious career marked by triumphs at every stage, from her NCAA days at Notre Dame to her Hall of Fame tenure in the WNBA and winning the 2004 Olympic Gold Medal to her current impactful role with the Miami Heat.Having previously served as a General Manager, Ruth is a seasoned leader with a profound...
2024-02-2917 minIdeagen RadioInnovative Leadership Panel: 2024 AI, Health, Tech, & Finance SummitSend us a textTo thrive in the emerging era of AI, it is crucial to possess the foresight and adaptability required for leadership. Gain valuable insights into innovative strategies and real-world examples from a diverse array of perspectives featuring accomplished leaders from the past, present, and future. Join our exclusive Ideagen Innovative Leadership Panel, featuring esteemed individuals such as Sricharan Pusala from UChicago Medicine, Sheri Hashemi from L3Harris, Tim Ananiadis from HCI Hospitality, Sergio de Cordova from The PVBLIC Foundation, and Chetana Movva from HOSA Future Health Professionals.This distinguished panel will delve...
2024-02-2932 minIdeagen RadioHealth & Technology Panel: 2024 AI, Health, Tech, & Finance SummitSend us a textOn January 31, we hosted an enlightening Health and Technology Panel at the Ideagen Global AI, Health, Tech, and Finance Summit. This panel, moderated by Ideagen CEO George Sifakis, featured a lineup of distinguished leaders at the forefront of healthcare and technology integration: BJ Moore, who serves as Chief Information Officer and EVP of Real Estate Strategy and Operations for Providence; Albert Manero, the Executive Director at Limbitless Solutions; and Elizabeth Dale, the Chief Business Development Officer at StartUp Health. They delved into the significant advancements and collaborative efforts that are reshaping the future...
2024-02-2828 minIdeagen RadioEmerging Tech & Finance Panel: 2024 AI, Health, Tech, & Finance SummitSend us a textOn January 31, the Ideagen Global AI, Health, Tech, and Finance Summit hosted the Emerging Tech and Finance Panel, now available for viewing since March 1 on our YouTube channel. Moderated by Manoli Lagos of The Living Fuel, the panel featured an impressive lineup of thought leaders in the tech and finance sector: Jonas Lörnell, Chief Sales Officer at Majority; Conor Walsh, Co-Founder and Principal of Decentralized Labs; and Peter Quintas, Founder and Chief Product Officer at SOMA Global. These panelists shared their deep insights into their respective fields, detailing the missions of their c...
2024-02-2832 minIdeagen RadioChetna Singh, SAP: 2024 AI, Health, Tech, & Finance SummitSend us a textIt is our privilege at Ideagen Global to host Chetna Singh, the Global Head of Total Rewards at SAP, in an interview with the CEO of Ideagen, George Sifakis. In this enlightening conversation, Chetna shares her insights on the emerging trends shaping SAP and other leading firms as they adapt and transform to meet the demands of the digital age. She delves into the exciting developments around SAP's new chatbot, revealing its features, capabilities, and the impact it's expected to have on customer interaction and service delivery.Further, Chetna provides her...
2024-02-2828 minIdeagen RadioDavid Lloyd, AWS: 2024 AI, Health, Tech, & Finance SummitSend us a textIdeagen Global is honored to host David Lloyd, the Solutions Architect Team Lead at Amazon Web Services, in an exclusive live interview with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis. With a rich background in healthcare IT and a deep understanding of generative AI models, David shares his invaluable experience and insights into the current and future landscape of AI in healthcare. He discusses his predictions for AI use in the healthcare industry, emphasizing how these technologies can revolutionize patient care, diagnostics, and treatment planning. Moreover, David elaborates on the importance of aligning healthcare AI developments...
2024-02-2723 minIdeagen RadioChris Nicolopoulos, Enhance Health: 2024 AI, Health, Tech, & Finance SummitSend us a textIdeagen Global is honored to host Chris Nicolopoulos, Vice President of Government Affairs at Enhance Health, as our guest being interviewed by Ideagen Global CEO George Sifakis. Chris brings a wealth of experience from his work in government prior to joining Enhance Health, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of healthcare policy and private sector innovation. In this insightful interview, he shares his journey into the healthcare brokerage industry and discusses how Enhance Health is striving to improve the sector through innovative solutions and services. Chris delves into the challenges and opportunities...
2024-02-2718 minIdeagen RadioBrian Hecker, Miami Heat: 2024 AI, Health, Tech, & Finance SummitSend us a textIdeagen Global is honored to host Brian Hecker, Senior Director of Basketball Analytics and Innovation for the Miami Heat Basketball Team, in an exclusive interview with George Sifakis, CEO of Ideagen Global. Brian shares his extensive history in the sport, detailing his journey into basketball analytics and how the field has evolved to become an integral part of strategic decision-making in sports. He delves into the complexities of utilizing data effectively, discussing the challenges of sifting through vast amounts of information to decide what metrics are most crucial for team performance and player...
2024-02-2725 minIdeagen RadioBill Novelli, Coalition For Trust in Health & Science: 2024 AI, Health, Tech, & Finance SummitSend us a textIdeagen Global is honored to host Bill Novelli, Professor Emeritus and Founder of the Georgetown Business For Impact Center, as well as a Co-Chair in the Coalition For Trust in Health and Science. In this compelling interview with Ideagen Global CEO George Sifakis, Bill Novelli delves into the critical mission of the Coalition For Trust in Health and Science, focusing on its efforts to counter misinformation in crucial areas such as health and climate change. He discusses the pervasive challenges posed by disinformation in today's digital age and how it impacts public perception...
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Ideagen InsightsS2EP7 - AIWelcome to Ideagen Insights, Ideagen’s official audit and risk management podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Jones is joined by Blazej Jedras, Head of IT Governance at CompliancePath, and together they explore the topic of AI, how can tools like ChatGPT be used by Internal Auditors and how organizations can stay AI safe.
2023-09-1941 minIdeagen InsightsS2EP6 - Optimising Audit and RiskWelcome to Ideagen Insights, Ideagen’s official audit and risk management podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Jones is joined by Stuart Wills and together they explore the intricacies of the relationship between the three lines, specifically the interconnectedness of Internal Audit and Risk functions.Stuart is Head of Risk at Capita Public Service. He has worked across all three lines of defence with 12 years of experience in second and third line functions, and five years of experience in first line delivery and operations management. He also sits on the UK IIA Midlands regional committee and the UK II...
2023-06-0630 minIdeagen RadioALLILONnet SDG Panel Part 1: 2023 Global Acceleration SummitSend us a textJoin us for an exclusive SDG panel organized by Ideagen Europe Chair and Founder of ALLILONnet, Angelos Pangratis, and expertly moderated by Professor Ioannis Papageorgiou from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. This panel brings together leading European advocates of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), offering valuable insights into our progress and the need to reignite momentum.Featuring Ambassador Ioannis Vrailas from the Permanent Representation of Greece to the EU, and Christina Kokkinakis from the European External Action Service, our esteemed panelists delve into a comprehensive assessment of the goals. They...
2023-05-3131 minIdeagen RadioWinston Chang: 2023 Global Acceleration SummitSend us a textJoin for an engaging conversation as Winston Chang, CTO of the Global Public Sector at Snowflake, sits down with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis to delve into his pivotal role at Snowflake, a leading data cloud company in the United States. Together, they explore the remarkable rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), its immense capabilities, potential pitfalls, and Winston's insightful perspective on its evolution.During the discussion, Winston sheds light on one of his favorite projects—a collaborative effort with law enforcement agencies across the nation. Through data sharing and tailored solutions, they ef...
2023-05-3010 minIdeagen RadioSharon Price-John: 2023 Global Acceleration SummitSend us a textSharon Price-John, CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, joins Ideagen TV for a conversation covering a range of impactful topics. Reflecting on her latest book, "Stories & Heart," Sharon discusses Build-A-Bear's accomplishments in 2023 and their leadership in responsible and sustainable business practices.As a seasoned leader in the toy industry, Sharon shares insights from her extensive career and her passion for working with youth. She emphasizes the joy she finds in connecting with those "young at heart" and the importance of fostering a sense of wonder and imagination.Sharon highlights the valuable...
2023-05-3021 minIdeagen RadioRoslyn Docktor: 2023 Global Acceleration Summit RecordingSend us a textRoslyn Docktor, VP of Technology & Science Policy at IBM, joins Ideagen CEO George Sifakis to discuss her crucial role and the future of AI. With her deep expertise in the industry, Roslyn works across the public and private sectors to identify and advocate for safe and responsible technology policies that benefit businesses and consumers alike.During the conversation, Roslyn highlights an exciting new project between IBM and Boston Dynamics called "Spot," a robot dog designed for hard-to-reach electrical issues in power stations. Roslyn also provides George with a compelling outlook on...
2023-05-3010 minIdeagen RadioSamson Arega: 2023 Global Acceleration SummitSend us a textSamson Arega, Regional Director for Sales, Marketing, and Services at Ethiopian Airlines North American operations, sits down with Ideagen CEO, George Sifakis, to explore his integral role and the expansive operations of Ethiopian Airlines. As one of the largest aviation groups in Africa, Samson shares insights into the airline's strategic plans for expansion into the United States, intending to add two new cities to their list of destinations over the next five years.Navigating the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, Samson emphasizes Ethiopian Airlines' adaptability and ability to seize opportunities...
2023-05-3017 minIdeagen RadioTheodoros Bizakis: 2023 Global Acceleration SummitSend us a textIn this conversation, Deputy Chief of Mission for The Greek Embassy to the United States, Theodoros Bizakis, sits down with Ideagen CEO, George Sifakis, to discuss Minister Bizakis's illustrious career in diplomacy and his pivotal role within the Greek Embassy.As a Greek official, Minister Bizakis plays a crucial role in shaping and strengthening Greek relationships on the international stage, including its significant ties with the United States. Moreover, he diligently works towards providing support and advocacy for the Greek American community residing in the United States.Throughout his...
2023-05-3008 minIdeagen RadioJane Oates: 2023 Global Acceleration SummitSend us a textJane Oates, President of WorkingNation, is a recognized authority in the field of workforce trends, bringing valuable insights into the current state of our workforce. With a distinguished background as an official for the United States Department of Labor, Jane and WorkingNation diligently analyze and identify key workforce trends and challenges, providing decision makers with thought-provoking leadership to drive meaningful change.In this engaging discussion with Ideagen CEO, George Sifakis, Jane explores the dynamic landscape of the modern workforce, particularly highlighting its resilience during the unprecedented Covid-19 pandemic. Together, they delve...
2023-05-3028 minIdeagen RadioSheri Hashemi: 2023 Global Acceleration SummitSend us a textSheri Hashemi, Director of Engineering at L3Harris, is at the forefront of communications technology. An expert communicator, Sheri oversees teams worldwide specializing in Satcom communications. A natural leader, Sheri values all the voices on her team and stresses the ability to create an environment that provides all voices to be heard. Through partnerships and collaboration, Sheri observes the entire problem to gain the best data and insights to create impactful solutions. A champion of diversity and diverse thought, Sheri values the ability to challenge viewpoints and raise questions in her team. Don't...
2023-05-3009 minIdeagen RadioRawle Andrews Jr: 2023 Global Acceleration SummitSend us a textRawle Andrews Jr., Executive Director of The American Psychiatric Association Foundation (APAF), and Ideagen CEO George Sifakis have a conversation on the state of mental health in America today and provide an update on The APAF's First Step Campaign. On a mission to "make mental health mainstream," Rawle highlights the broken connections within our healthcare system and stresses the importance of connecting our mental health to our physical health. In his pursuit, Rawle recognizes the need for leaders to come forward to prioritize their mental health and announces his commitment to creating a...
2023-05-3014 minIdeagen RadioAdmiral James "Sandy" Winnefeld: 2023 Global Acceleration SummitSend us a textFollowing a career spanning over 30 years serving our country in the Navy, Admiral James "Sandy" Winnefeld joins Ideagen CEO, George Sifakis, to discuss his new book "Sailing Upwind: Leadership, Risk, and Innovation from Top Gun to the Situation Room." Divided into thirds, Learning the Machine, Leading Inside the Machine, and Leading the Entire Machine, Sailing Upwind chronicles Admiral Winnefeld's extensive career through service and leadership, culminating in being named Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Insightful and personable, Sailing Upwind pulls from lived experiences and decisions targeted to prepare the next...
2023-05-3029 minIdeagen RadioAmbassador Seleshi Bekele: 2023 Global Acceleration SummitSend us a textAmbassador Seleshi Bekele, Ethiopian Ambassador to the United States, engages in a conversation with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis to shed light on Ethiopia's commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With expertise in the SDGs and having been present during their creation in 2015, Ambassador Bekele positions Ethiopia as a role model for economic and social progress.Recognized as one of the world's fastest-growing economies, Ambassador Bekele attributes this success to transformative reforms in the technology and health sectors, fostering an environment conducive to investment.Moreover, Ambassador Bekele highlights...
2023-05-3020 minIdeagen InsightsS2EP5 - Audit ReportingWelcome to Ideagen Insights, Ideagen’s official audit and risk management podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Jones is joined by Jon Darling and together they explore audit reporting, highlighting the importance of accurate reports and giving hints and tips to strengthen reporting strategies. Jon is the Head of Internal Audit at the University of Birmingham and is a committee member of the IIA Midlands region and Chair of Aspire steering group, a community of early career auditors.
2023-05-0235 minIdeagen RadioAnne Gross, 2023 Global Innovation SummitSend us a textJoin us for an engaging discussion between Ideagen CEO, George Sifakis, and Anne Gross, Lead of Data Citizens with Purpose™ at KPMG, as they discuss her work in empowering communities across the country to harness data for solving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). Anne's team at Data Citizens with Purpose provides expert guidance in data utilization and analysis, allowing companies and non-profits to unlock valuable insights and develop effective strategies to address complex challenges.As digital currencies go, data is undoubtedly one of the most valuable, and protecting it...
2023-03-3122 minIdeagen RadioErnest Dupont, 2023 Global Innovation SummitSend us a textErnest Dupont, Executive Director of Workforce Initiatives at CVS Health, sits down with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis at The Global Innovation Summit to discuss his experiences in all areas of CVS's business. Starting out as a store assistant manager, then store manager across the Mid-Atlantic, Ernie then moved to HR and became familiar with the hiring practices and talent acquisition of CVS Health. This experience ultimately prepared him for his current role, in which he explores non-traditional pipelines of talent to convert into valuable roles at CVS.By removing barriers to...
2023-03-3133 minIdeagen RadioDavid Yunger, 2023 Global Innovation SummitSend us a textJoin Ideagen CEO George Sifakis in conversation with David Yunger, CEO of Vaital, as they discuss the role of AI and data analytics in today's world. Founded in 2019, Vaital is an expert provider of rapid data analysis and solutions. Their innovative team is dedicated to turning data into growth and solving the world's unsolvable challenges.Vaital sets a high standard in the rapidly changing technological landscape by prioritizing ethical and responsible AI and data practices for their clients. As a result, Vaital is at the forefront of technological advancements, including developing...
2023-03-3124 minIdeagen RadioJeff Terry, 2023 Global Innovation Summit RecordingSend us a textIdeagen is excited to have Jeff Terry, VP of Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability at GAF, as a guest at The Global Innovation Summit! Jeff plays a critical role in driving GAF's sustainability initiatives as the largest roofing manufacturer in America. By prioritizing social impact, GAF invests in community development and ensures that their business practices are both economically profitable and sustainably responsible.Jeff believes that innovation and sustainability have tremendous potential to address critical issues within the built environment. To create a circular economy within the roofing sector, GAF is leveraging...
2023-03-3130 minIdeagen RadioJordan Mitchell & Zoe Thompson, 2023 Global Innovation SummitSend us a textIdeagen is delighted to welcome Jordan Mitchell, Associate Director of DEI & ESG at KPMG and author of "A Career Unpaved: Insights and Inspiration for a Career in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion," along with Zoe Thompson, US Social Strategy Lead at KPMG, to the Global Innovation Summit!As recognized experts in their respective fields, Jordan and Zoe possess a deep understanding of the evolving nature of work and the shifting expectations placed on corporations to engage with their communities. With a growing pool of talented candidates coming from increasingly diverse backgrounds, companies...
2023-03-3136 minIdeagen RadioAmerican Psychiatric Association Foundation & Women's History Month, 2023 Global Innovation SummitSend us a textIn recognition of Women's History Month, Ideagen CEO George Sifakis welcomes Amy Porfiri and Dr. Vedrana Hodzic from The American Psychiatric Association Foundation for an insightful interview.As a leading advocate for mental health, the APAF is dedicated to making mental health a core part of overall health. Amy and Dr. Hodzic, experts in mental health, discuss the foundation's first-step plan and the specific challenges that women face when it comes to their mental health. They advocate self-care and well-being but also recognize when it's time to seek professional help before it...
2023-03-3123 minIdeagen RadioWashington Roundtable: Winston Chang, SnowflakeSend us a textWinston Chang, CTO, of Global Public Sector, for Snowflake, is an expert on the data cloud. Through his work at Snowflake, Winston is working to increase data sharing capacity and maximize the impact of that data. In this conversation, Winston and Ideagen CEO George Sifakis discuss the future of the data cloud, where it can truly be harnessed, and where it is lagging behind. To learn more about Snowflake: https://www.snowflake.com/en/#Ideagen #Snowflake #WashigntonRoundtable
2023-03-0621 minIdeagen RadioWashington Roundtable: Dr. Nicole Hayre, Cosmetic Dermatology CenterSend us a textDr. Nicole Hayre FAAD. is a renowned dermatologist and researcher. Her recent research prompted her to create a product, Cutocin, derived from the chemical components of Oxytocin. After several studies, women exposed to Cutocin has noticeably clearer skin for their age than when the study began. In this conversation, she sits down with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis to discuss how she developed this product and its potential uses within dermatology and beyond. To Learn More About Cutocin: https://cutocin.com/our-story/#Ideagen #Cutocin #WashingtonRoundtable
2023-03-0612 minIdeagen RadioWashington Roundtable: Esteban Olivares & Rosie Chawla,Send us a textEsteban Olivares of Summer Discovery and Rosie Chawla from UNESCO Center for Peace join Ideagen CEO George Sifakis to discuss their strategies as educators including how they utilize the global goals as priorities in education. They go on to discuss Summer Discovery and Ideagen's 2-week Future Global Leaders Academy this summer in New York City, who will speak, what participants will do, and if the course is right for you! To learn more about Summer Discovery: https://www.summerdiscovery.com/To learn more about the Future Global Leaders Academy:
2023-03-0620 minIdeagen RadioWashington Roundtable: Mark Fitzgerald, Paula Tavares, Theodoros BizakisSend us a textIMark Fitzgerald, Global Head, International Development Assistance Services at KPMG, Paula Tavares, Senior Legal and Gender Specialist, and Minister Counselor-Deputy for the Greek Embassy to the United States Theodoros Bizakis join Ideagen CEO George Sifakis for a panel on redefining stakeholders' needs in a world of escalated challenges. Each panelist provides their own organizational prospects, as well as the types of partnerships utilized to achieve their shared missions. Taking examples from current, real-world issues such as the Ukrainian conflict, our panelists highlight how they can serve stakeholders across the world to support those...
2023-03-0638 minIdeagen RadioWashington Roundtable: Ashley Mills, the Vision CouncilSend us a textIdeagen CEO George Sifakis has a conversation with Ashley Mills, CEO of The Vision Council, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the vision care industry. Through interviews with industry experts and representatives from The Vision Council, we learn about the organization's mission and initiatives, which range from advocating for policies that promote access to vision care to educating the public about the importance of eye health. Ashley firmly believes visual care is health care and works to promote a healthy vision for all.#Ideagen #VisionCouncil #WashingtonRoundtable
2023-03-0614 minIdeagen RadioWashington Roundtable: Dave Grimaldi, The Blockchain AssociationSend us a textDave Grimaldi, Executive VP of Government Relations at The Blockchain Association sits down with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis to discuss Dave's work and the future of The BlockChain Association. An exciting new technology, Dave works to educate policymakers to see the potential benefits of the Blockchain worldwide. While he acknowledges many are unfamiliar with The Blockchain's technology, Dave is bullish on the potential capabilities and impact The Blockchain Association can have.#Ideagen #BlockchainAssociation #WashingtonRoundtable
2023-03-0611 minIdeagen Radio2023 Washington Roundtable: Ilana Ron Levey, GallupSend us a textIlana Ron Levey, Managing Director for the Public Sector at Gallup, joins Ideagen to discuss Gallup's recent data on the lives of those in Ukraine and Afghanistan. Ilana dives into the latest Gallup polls examining public opinion and attitudes towards key issues in these two countries from both a domestic and international perspective. By unpacking the data and insights from these polls, we gain a deeper understanding of the complex challenges facing these countries and the potential paths forward. In a time of escalated challenges, this video offers valuable insights into two critical...
2023-03-0626 minIdeagen RadioIlana Ron Levey: 2023 Global Leadership SummitSend us a textIlana Ron Levey, Managing Director at Gallup, has a conversation with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis discussing the challenges of managerial leadership and discussing strategies she has learned from her experience operating global teams with Gallup. Ilana discusses the new challenges our hybrid world has left the workforce and how managers can prioritize their worker's needs with their own to create a synchronous work environment.#ideagen #GLS23
2023-02-0131 minIdeagen RadioKim Smith: 2023 Global Leadership SummitSend us a textKim Smith is a global leader and speaker for Ideagen. With extensive experience in the technology sector, Kim is a highly capable team leader operating groups from a variety of sectors and cultures. A United Nations speaker, Kim understands the value of the UN SDGs and prioritizes a culture of empathy and sustainability. In her conversation with IDeagen CEO George Sifakis, Kim highlights some of her leadership learning experiences and how they instilled her values today.#ideagen #GLS23
2023-02-0122 minIdeagen RadioKevin Donnellan: 2023 Global Leadership SummitSend us a textKevin Donnellan, Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff at AARP joins Ideagen CEO George Sifakis to discuss the AARP Purpose Prize, the nations only national award celebrating the work of non-profits founders over the age of 50. Hear Kevin outline the requirements for the Purpose Prize, values he sees in the participants, and some of his favorite, most notable winners in the past. Kevin defines the impact the participants have had on him, and how they shape the way he operates as Chief of Staff at AARP.#ideagen #GLS23
2023-02-0116 minIdeagen RadioGretchen O'Hara: 2023 Global Leadership SummitSend us a textGretchen O'Hara, VP of Worldwide Channels & Alliances at Splunk, has a conversation with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis about her responsibility scaling Splunk solutions in our growing digital world. A natural leader, Gretchen discusses her specific leadership style and the journey she has taken to oversee Splunk's channel strategies as well as support Splunk's 2,400 global partners. A supporter of the UN SDGs, hear how Gretchen and Splunk are currently working to build a sustainable value chain and harness data for good.#ideagen #GLS23
2023-02-0117 minIdeagen RadioSteven Tingus and Bradford Smith: 2023 Global Leadership SummitSend us a textSteven Tingus of Ideagen Hollywood sits down with Bradford Smith, President & Chief Creative Officer at Muidem, to discuss Bradford's work as a storyteller and content creator. With a variety of content creation options, Bradford and Muidem strive to tell unheard stories from sources often left out.#ideagen #GLS23
2023-02-0132 minIdeagen RadioSteven J Tingus Summit Dedication: 2023 Global Leadership SummitSend us a textOn behalf of Ideagen CEO George Sifakis, the following Global Leadership Summit has been dedicated to the life and legacy of Steven James Tingus. A lifetime friend and supporter of Ideagen, Steven's kindness, bravery, and personality touched everyone he met. We are truly saddened by his loss, and we will miss working with at Ideagen.May his memory live forever.This dedication featuring George Sifakis and Bradford Smith on Steven's life and legacy.#ideagen #GLS23
2023-02-0112 minIdeagen RadioGraham Macmillan: 2023 Global Leadership SummitSend us a textGraham Macmillan, President of The Visa Foundation, has a conversation with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis about impact investing and supporting Visa's purpose of uplifting everyone everywhere through financial inclusion for small businesses. Graham is a servant leader who believes his role as president of The Visa Foundation is to provide his employees with an environment to thrive and to build a culture that defines his team's values.#ideagen #GLS23
2023-02-0128 minIdeagen RadioAmir Dossal: 2023 Global Leadership SummitSend us a textAmir Dossal, Founder and Chairman of the Global Partnerships Forum, discusses the UN SDGs with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis and how leaders can implement these SDGs into their everyday routines. Through cross-sector collaboration, Amir and the Global Partnerships Forum align organizations and nonprofits with the United Nations to develop solutions and create sustainable livelihoods.#ideagen #GLS23
2023-02-0127 minIdeagen RadioGautam Mukunda: 2023 Global Leadership SummitSend us a textGautam Mukunda, author and research fellow at The Harvard Kennedy Center for Public Leadership, sits down with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis to talk about leadership and his new book. Developing a keen understanding of leadership and strategies through his Nasdaq podcast "World Reimagined," Gautam shares his knowledge and lived experiences in an attempt to define leadership best practices.#ideagen #GLS23
2023-02-0136 minIdeagen RadioScot Case: 2023 Global Leadership SummitSend us a textScot Case, Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability with the National Retail Federation has a conversation with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis on how the NRF is empowering their 4.2 million retail establishments. Scot discusses how sustainability is not only beneficial to our communities, but to the organization's bottom lines by increasing efficiency and lowering value chain costs.#ideagen #GLS23
2023-02-0115 minIdeagen RadioChetna Singh: 2023 Global Leadership SummitSend us a textChetna Singh, Head of Global Total Rewards at SAP, has a conversation with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis on SAP's Fair Pay policy. Intended to create a more equitable environment for their workforce, SAP's Fair Pay policy implements pay transparency and targeted salary adjustments to compensate employees based on their unique contributions to the company.#ideagen #GLS23
2023-02-0124 minIdeagen InsightsS2EP4 - Fraud and Internal AuditWelcome to Ideagen Insights, Ideagen’s official audit and risk management podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Jones is joined by Haddon Fields and together they explore the world of fraud and the risks, responsibilities and roles in detecting and dealing with potential fraud. Haddon is a Special Investigations Instructor with The PsyFIN Group which focuses on training investigators, auditors and other investigative personnel in innovative means of investigation, fraud, digital privacy, OSINT and investigative leadership. He can be found online at: www.psyfingroup.com.Use the coupon code Ideagen22 for 20% off any course with The PsyFIN Group.
2023-02-0145 minIdeagen RadioSharon Price-John, Build-A-Bear: 2022 Global Partnership SummitSend us a textSharon Price-John, CEO of Build-A-Bear & Board member of Ideagen, sits down with George Sifakis to discuss her newest book, "Stories and Heart: Unlocking the Power of Personal Stories to Create a Life You Love." Hear how Sharon has taken the lessons learned in her life to form her into the leader she is today. Sharon asserts her belief in the power of partnerships and that to achieve the SDGs, we must all make an impact, large or small. To learn more about Build-A-Bear: https://www.buildabear.com/To learn m...
2022-12-1416 minIdeagen RadioRandy Kurtz, Opportunity International: 2022 Global Partnership SummitSend us a textRandy Kurtz, Executive VP at Opportunity International, has a conversation with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis, outlining the work Opportunity International is doing across the world to achieve reduced inequalities. Opportunity International, founded in 1971, is an NGO dedicated to uplifting underserved individuals and communities out of poverty through impact investing. Randy highlights the four key sectors where Impact Investing can have the most significant success and how Opportunity International is driving change in vulnerable regions. To learn more about Opportunity International: https://opportunity.org/#ideagen #GlobalPartnershipSummit #OpportunityInternational
2022-12-1408 minIdeagen RadioHoward Wright, Amazon Web Services: Global Partnership SummitSend us a textHoward Wright, Global VP of Startups sits down with Ideagen CEO George Sifakis to discuss his mission of finding the most innovative, captivating start ups across the world, to drive global change. As a powerful ally, AWS is a valuable partner that helps enable thousands of startups to promote the shared ethos of the Global Goals. Learn how Howard's personal background has shaped him into the global leader today overseeing some of the world's most innovative companies. To learn for about AWS Startups: https://aws.amazon.com/startups/?customer-references-cards.sort-by=item.a...
2022-12-1413 minIdeagen InsightsS2EP3 - Agile AuditingWelcome to Ideagen Insights, Ideagen’s official audit and risk management podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Jones is joined by Raven Catlin, who is an author, lead trainer and keynote speaker in Agile Auditing. Together, Stephanie and Raven explore the Agile Auditing approach, discussing how the approach can benefit audit teams and how it impacts the day-to-day success of audits and the broader success of organizations. Raven is a globally recognized speaker and Internal Audit expert. She leveraged her 20 year internal audit career and embraced her passions for internal audit and knowledge sharing to start Raven Global Training in 2006 an...
2022-11-2350 minIdeagen RadioWelcome to the 2022 Global Goals SummitSend us a textIdeagen, The Permanent Mission of Greece to the United Nations, and UNCTAD welcome you to Ideagen's 2022 Global Goals Summit, hosted at the United Nations. Ideagen thanks all our sponsors for their unwavering efforts to support our mission and The Global Goals.
2022-11-1709 minIdeagen InsightsS2EP2 - CybersecurityWelcome to Ideagen Insights, Ideagen’s official audit and risk management podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Jones is joined by Vince Warrington, CEO of Protective Intelligence. Together they explore the topic of cybersecurity, discussing what organizations can do to mitigate the risks of cyber-attacks and looking at what the future of cybersecurity looks like for businesses.Vince is a Cybersecurity and Information Assurance professional and the CEO of Protective Intelligence. He is also a member of the Information Assurance Advisory Council and the UK Cyber Security Forum. Vince works to help organizations move away from tra...
2022-10-1139 minIdeagen InsightsS2EP1 - Exploring ESGWelcome to Ideagen Insights, Ideagen’s official audit and risk management podcast. In this episode, Stephanie Jones is joined by Samantha Ross, the Founder of AssuranceMark. Together they explore the topic of ESG, discussing the effect it has on an organization, our society and its future. Samantha is on the board of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, North America. She was also one of the founding staff of the US Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and helped build it from the ground up for its first 15 years.
2022-08-3028 minIdeagen RadioRenowned Scholar in the Field of Creativity and Founder of Drexel University’s School of EducationSend us a textDr. Christine Galib, Chair of the Houston-Galveston Region, Senior Director of Programs at The Ion sits down with world-renowned scholar in the field of creativity and founder of Drexel University’s School of Education, Dr. Frederika Reisman to discuss UN SDG #4, Quality Education during Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability.
2021-10-0539 minIdeagen RadioClinical Professor, Drexel University on Quality EducationSend us a textDr. Kristen Betts, Clinical Professor, Drexel University discusses Quality Education during Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability
2021-10-0507 minIdeagen RadioFounder of MyCareerMD speaking on Quality EducationSend us a textDr. Kiko Suarez, Founder of MyCareerMD & Vice President, Higher Education & Workforce Development of Territorium Life speaking on UN SDG 4, Quality education during Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability
2021-10-0518 minIdeagen RadioTo University and Beyond: Launch Your Career in High GearSend us a textDavid Teten, Founder of Versatile Venture Capital, gives a short overview of his book titled: To University and Beyond: Launch Your Career in High Gear #Ideagen
2021-10-0532 minIdeagen RadioHow Universities are addressing and educating about the UN SDG'sSend us a textWatch Rudy Fernandez: Senior VP for Public Affairs & Communications, and Chief of Staff to the President at the University of Miami as he sits down with George Sifakis: Founder & CEO of Ideagen, as they discuss "How Universities are addressing and educating about the UN SDG's."
2021-10-0520 minIdeagen RadioGlobal Leaders Academy finalists discussing their project on Quality EducationSend us a textMicrosoft VP U.S. AI & Sustainability Strategy & Partnership, Gretchen O'Hara interviews Ideagen's summer Global Leadership Academy Finalists on their project surrounding UN SDG #4, Quality Education.
2021-10-0513 minIdeagen RadioA Panel Discussion with the school of business leaders at Northern Illinois University NIUSend us a textPresident of the American Community Schools of Athens (ACS), Dr. Peggy Pelonis sits down with the Dean of the College of Business at Northern Illinois University NIU, Balaji Rajagopalan, along with Amy Buhrow, the Senior Director, Strategy, Student Success & Accreditation at NIU College of Business, and Tera Lima, Graduate of NIU & Associate Account Rep for CDW to discusses UN SDG #4, Quality Education during Ideagen's 17 days of Sustainability.
2021-10-0539 minIdeagen RadioWashington Region COLAB: Digitally focused Higher Education InnovationSend us a textJane Oates: President of WorkingNation sits down with Jeanne Contardo: Vice President and Managing Director, Capital CoLAB as they talk about "Washington Region COLAB: Digitally focused Higher Education Innovation" on UN SDG 4 Quality education during Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability
2021-10-0521 minIdeagen RadioThe Leading Pre-College Experience Provider on Quality EducationSend us a textEsteban Olivares, Director of Educational Development & University Partnerships at Summer Discovery, The Leading Pre-College Experience Provider, discusses UN SDG #4, Quality Education During Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability.
2021-10-0523 minIdeagen RadioHow Farmers Markets address Zero HungerSend us a textDr. Chrsitine Galib, Chair of Ideagen Houston-Galveston Region & Senior Director of Programs at The Ion sits down to discuss UN SDG #2, Zero Hunger with Honi Alexander, Galveston's Own Farmers Market Young Gardeners Program, and Casey McAuliffe, Executive Director, Galveston's Own Farmers Market during Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability.
2021-10-0525 minIdeagen RadioGood Health & Well Being with AARP Board Member Margot James CopelandSend us a textMargot James Copeland, Board Member of AARP discusses UN SDG #3, Good Health and Well Being during Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability.
2021-10-0517 minIdeagen RadioGallup analytic and advisory on Good Health & Well BeingSend us a textBenedicte Clouet, Senior Consultant at Gallup on UN SDG 3 Good Health & Well Being during Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability.
2021-10-0513 minIdeagen RadioPresident & CEO of Soles4Souls discusses No PovertySend us a textBuddy Teaster, President, and CEO of Soles4Souls sits down to discuss UN SDG #1, No Poverty with Soles 4 Souls Chief Business Development Officer, Nancy Youssef during Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability.
2021-10-0524 minIdeagen RadioAARP Board Member, Robert Blancato, on Good Health & Well BeingSend us a textRobert Blancato, AARP Board Member Discusses UN SDG 3, Good Health and Well Being During Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability.
2021-10-0509 minIdeagen RadioUsAgainstAlzheimer's on Good Health & Well BeingSend us a textBrooks Kenny, Executive Director, WomenAgainstAlzheimer's and Director, Be Brain Powerful Campaign discusses UN SDG 3, Good Health & Well Being during Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability.
2021-10-0523 minIdeagen RadioCEO Simon Bland fo GLIDE on Good Health & Well BeingSend us a textChief Executive Officer Global Institute for Disease Elimination, Abu Dhabi, Simon Bland discusses UN SDG 3, Good Health and Well Being During Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability.
2021-10-0527 minIdeagen RadioA Blended Learning Model for School Teacher and Leader TrainingSend us a textGlobal Leaders from Opportunity International, Cisco Foundation, and Chalkboard Education discuss A Blended Learning Model for School Teacher and Leader Training. #Ideagen
2021-10-0552 minIdeagen RadioCEO of the Vision Council, Ashley Mills on Good Health & Well BeingSend us a textAshley Mills, CEO of the Vision Council discusses UN SDG #3, Good Health & Well Being during Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability.
2021-10-0515 minIdeagen RadioNo Poverty with ACS Athens President & CEO of the HOME ProjectSend us a textDr. Peggy Pelonis, President of ACS Sits down to discuss UN SDG #1, No Poverty with the CEO of the HOME Project, Sofia Kouvelaki during Ideagen's 17 Days of Sustainability.
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