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Strategy at ScaleExecuting Fast, Thinking Slow: How Matt Wallach Scaled Veeva into a $2.75B PowerhouseIn this episode of Strategy at Scale, we sit down with Matt Wallach, co-founder of Veeva Systems, one of the most successful enterprise software companies in the life sciences industry. While many companies craft visionary strategy statements, Matt reveals why execution—not strategy—is what truly sets high-growth companies apart.You’ll hear how Veeva redefined cloud-based solutions for pharmaceutical companies and the pivotal choices that fueled their rapid rise—from a startup to a public company generating nearly $2.75 billion in annual revenue. Matt shares a behind-the-scenes look at how the...2025-04-0851 min
The Great IndoorsGenAI as a thought partnerWhat does the future of knowledge look like in the age of generative AI? In this episode, strategist, author, and Outthinker founder Kaihan Krippendorff , joins Matthew Roberts to explore the transformative journey of knowledge in an AI-powered world. Together, they unpack how large language models (LLMs) are reshaping how we process, share, and act on information. Uncover how AI is poised to revolutionize storytelling, enabling businesses to craft hyper-personalized narratives that connect like never before. Join Matt and Kaihan as they venture into ethical dilemmas and workforce disruptions AI may bring, asking bold questions about how humans and machines w...2025-01-0953 min
Outthinkers#120—Matt Beane: Mastering the Learning Gap: Skill Building in an AI-Augmented WorldMatt Beane, is an Assistant Professor in the Technology Management Program at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He has conducted extensive field research with robots and AI seeks to uncover systematic positive exceptions that we can use in the workforce. His award-winning research has been published in top management journals such as Administrative Science Quarterly and Harvard Business Review, and he has spoken on the TED stage. Curiously enough, 2012 he was also selected as a “Human-Robot Interaction Pioneer.” Matt took a two-year hiatus from his PhD at MIT’s Sloan School of Management to help fou...2024-06-2835 min
Outthinkers#102—Matt Abrahams: Optimizing Your Strategic Communication ToolkitIn this episode, Matt Abrahams, leading expert in communication with decades of experience as an educator, author, podcast host, and coach shares some of his top insights into strategic communication. He gives us a holistic explanation of what effective communication is, as well as dives into practical daily tips and techniques you can use in any conversation.As a Lecturer in Organizational Behavior at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, he teaches popular classes in strategic communication and effective virtual presenting. He received Stanford GSB’s Alumni Teaching Award in recognition of his teaching students around the...2023-10-1322 min
Ask an Expert by PropeloChanging the World From the Chair You’re Already In by Kaihan Krippendorff70% of the 30 most transformative innovations have been created by employees within companies, not entrepreneurs. Today’s Ask an Expert guest Kaihan Krippendorf, Founder and CEO at Outthinker, explains how organizations should look for patterns from companies that are bucking the traditional status quo. He also talks about why it's just as important to market internally vs. externally and how important it is for organizations to not just think about the virtual marketplace, but why they shouldn’t view it from traditional viewpoints. Finally, Matt Damon’s name makes a cameo with a valuable lesson on creating large exposure. 2023-02-0839 min
The Great IndoorsHow can businesses thrive in an era of unprecedented change? - Ft. Kaihan KrippendorffIn this episode, Matt sits down with Kaihan Krippendorff, a business strategy speaker and author who helps leaders and organizations thrive in today’s rapidly-evolving tech landscape. Kaihan offers his unique perspective on this unprecedented era of technical and societal changes, and how businesses can make the most of this remarkable time in our history. As an internationally-recognized thought leader, battle-tested consultant and sought-after keynote speaker on the topics of strategy, growth and transformation, Kaihan has plenty of valuable advice to share. Kaihan began his career with McKinsey before founding the growth strategy and innovation consulting firm, Outthinker. He's al...2022-07-1249 min