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The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Minyang Jiang (MJ) from the United StatesWelcome to the new episode of the MACE PODCAST!This new episode is very special, as I welcome my new guest from the United States: Minyang Jiang (MJ).Minyang Jiang (MJ) is the Chief Strategy Officer at Credibly, a fintech lending company, where she is responsible for leading and implementing the company’s growth strategy, as well as overseeing Marketing and Sales. Her scope of responsibilities also include innovation incubation, management training and development, as well as leading the GenAI business model transformation at Credibly. Prior to joining Credibly, Minyang worked for more than eight yea...
2025-12-1425 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Irene Linguari from ItalyWelcome to the new episode of the MACE PODCAST!This episode is a special one, the first ever done in Italian with an Italian guest: Irene Linguari.Irene Linguari is the Trainer and Inspirer of Italian Executive Assistants, having served as a Trainer, Speaker, and Mentor since 2011.In 2015, she created AssistenteDallaAallaZeta, the first Professional Training School in Italy dedicated to Executive Assistants, Office Managers, and Staff Functions. Every year, she trains and inspires hundreds of Assistants through the first training and outreach program entirely dedicated to all Support Roles, validated and delivered by the most...
2025-12-0522 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Jim Martin from the United StatesWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!My new guest is Jim Martin, from the United StatesJim Martin is a nationally recognized t turnaround and growth strategist, best known as the "International Turnaround Guru." As the founder and CEO of ACM Capital Partners, Jim specializes in helping companies navigate operational and financial distress, unlock hidden value, and return to profitability.With decades of experience, Jim has successfully led complex restructurings, growth transformations, and exits across a range of industries. His creative, hands-on approach and decisive leadership have made him a trusted advisor to priv...
2025-11-1316 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Bonnie Low Kramen from the United StatesWelcome to the new episode of the MACE PODCAST!I am so thrilled to welcome back Bonnie Low Kramen from the United States!Bonnie is a leader instructor in the admin profession and she runs her workshop, "Be the ultimate assistant" workshop where she brings her insights and experience to help people level up and be the strategic business partners they aim to be.Bonnie is not only a trainer and a friend, she's a mentor and she's the author of STAFF MATTERS, the book she wrote back in 2023 where she addresses the...
2025-10-2134 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Steven Puri from The United StatesWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!My new guest comes from the United States: Steven Puri!Steven is the Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company with the mission to help millions of people find their focus, achieve more and have a healthy work life.Steven's career started as a newscaster/interviewer for the #1 youth news show in theDC/Baltimore market (on WTTG-TV) and then as a junior software engineer & Thomas J.He began working in film production and produced computer-generated visual effects for 14 movies including Independence Day...
2025-10-0735 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Mitch McDermott from the United StatesHello everyone and welcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!We are focusing today on Talent Acquisition and HR with my new guest coming from the United States: Mitch McDermott. Mitch McDermott is a purpose-driven executive and Founding Partner of Talent Ascension Group, an executive search firm redefining how talent meets opportunity. Mitch brings a dynamic blend of entrepreneurial spirit, global perspective, and a deep commitment to meaningful impact across the talent acquisition landscape. With over a decade of experience, Mitch has built a career centered around unlocking potential—both in individuals and in the or...
2025-09-2826 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Tara May from the United StatesWelcome to the new episode of the MACE PODCAST!My new guest comes from the United States, Tara May.Tara May is a leader in the movement for neurodiversity inthe workplace. She is CEO of Aspiritech, a revolutionary tech company that employs more than 100 autistic adults representing more than 90% of its team.Tara advocates for neurodiversity and she is a speaker championing embracing neurodiversity, mental health, and most of all, kindness, in the workplace.Tara spent more than 20 years in the corporate media space as a visionary, charismatic leader who transforms legacy organizations into thriving...
2025-08-1421 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Diana Brandl from ItalyHello Everyone and welcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!I am excited to share this epsiode that we recorded live from Milan at the Italian - German Chamber of Commerce (AHK) having Diana Brandl as a special guest, with the collaboration of Irene Linguari (Assistenti dalla A alla Z) and Carla Stefanut who collaborated with me to organize this amazing initiative.Diana is an author, a coach and an international speakerthat helps EA and Admin professionals to grow in their careers and master critical skills in the Admin role.Diana...
2025-06-1926 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteTHE MACE PODCAST: Victoria Hill from the United StatesWelcome to the new episode of the MACE PODCAST!Today's episode is special as I have a special guest joining me from the United States: Victoria HillVictoria has 15+ years of experience in the human resources marketplace. She is skilled in all aspects of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I), Leadership Development and HumanResources Management. Her focus is the human experience and building inclusive relationships. Victoria is currently working as the Sr. Director of Global Diversityand Social Impact for Advanced Group. Victoria also facilitates Neurodiversity, Conscious Inclusion, Interview Bias, Bystander Intervention, Building Inclusive R...
2025-05-1421 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Cinzia Zanin from ItalyWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!Our stop is Italy and my new guest is Cinzia Zanin.In 2015 Cinzia landed her job at Fondazione Fiera Milano, and today she is Coordinator of Accademia Fiera Milano, educational centre for the exhibition and event industry.Cinzia has worked with more than 300 millennial and gen z students that enrolled in Accademia Fiera Milano courses to become one day Exhibition and Event managers. She supports their path since the very beginning and follows their first steps into their new careers. Her job gives her...
2025-04-2222 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Rob Lion from The United StatesWelcome to the new episode of the MACE PODCAST!Our stop are the United States with my new guest: Rob Lion!Rob Lion is a dynamic professor of human resource development at Idaho State University and the co-founder of Black River Performance Management, where his motto is "Work should fuel the spirit, not drain it." With over 20 years of experience in leadership, organizational development, and performance improvement, Rob is renowned for his innovative, people-first approach.Holding a PhD in Training and Performance Improvement, he specializes in creating human-centric systems that drive growth and suc...
2025-03-1734 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Bonnie Low Kramen from the United StatesWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!This is a special episode with a special guest: Bonnie Low-Kramen from the USA.We continue the pathway started last month in the second season of the MACE PODCSAT which ethos is that thousands are the stories but there is #OneHeart beating in the MACE PODCAST.I dedicated this episode to a celebration occuring this month and that brought me two years ago, when Bonnie Low Kramen joint me in February 2023 to release the episode for her book launch, STAFF MATTERS.Two...
2025-02-1133 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Joan Burge from the United StatesWelcome to this new episode for of the MACE PODCAST!
So excited to kick off the new season with a new, fresh LOGO that the MACE PODCAST has from this year. A new LOGO but same ethos: Many stories but #OneHeart beating in the MACE PODCAST, the heart that is passionate about the stories, the experiences and the insights shared by all the guests.
And how exciting starting January 2025 with this episode where I invited the amazing Joan Burge, from the USA.
Joan Burge is known as the pioneer of the administrative training i...
2025-01-2259 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Chiara Invernizzi from ItalyI am excited to invite for a second time Chiara Invernizzi, from Italy!
Chiara holds a master degree in Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology.
She has 16 years of experience in the CRO branch in various roles mainly related to site contracts including as a Contracts Specialist, Lead, Manager as well as Director. Prior to joining the CRO industry, Chiara worked for 3 years in pre-clinical research and communication/contracts and investor relation in a small Italian biotech company. Chiara’s passion for excellence in client management and effectiveness in completing negotiations rapidly as well as a natural focus on...
2024-12-1229 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Mariusz Stokowacki from the United KingdomThis episode is entirely focused on Talent Acquisition and HR and I am happy to welcome, again, my guest: Mariusz Stokowacki from UK.
Mariusz was born in Poland and he moved to UK where he was able to build his career as talent acquisition professional, with more than 20 years of professional work experience that includes 15 years in pharmaceutical recruitment and sales environment.
He Worked with leading staffing firms within life sciences, at world’s leading CROs supporting stakeholders across all levels . Also, he is a qualified Professional Performance Coach supporting those who want to ma...
2024-11-2641 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: With Bonnie Low Kramen in MilanWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!
This is a very special episode as I recorded this live in Milan with Bonnie Low Kramen!
Bonnie is a leader training instructor of workshops for Admin Professionals and Executives and she is the author of the book titled "Staff Matters", launced in February 2023.
Bonnie travels the world to share her experiences and insights and in 2024 she is visiting Europe to present her book.
I was honored to invite Bonnie to record the episode at Accademia Fiera Milano, the place in Milan...
2024-10-3034 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Diana Brandl... Did you know that amazing pathways cross always TWICE?
That's true, and that is why I am meeting again the wonderful Diana Brandl!
Diana is an international key note speaker, she is a trainer and she spends her time teaching admin professionals to be strategic business partners when working with Managers and Leaders across companies and organizations.
She has more than 15 years of experience as Admin professional and now she runs her own business, delivering training sessions and programs for multinational companies to educate and train admins and staff to work strategically and...
2024-10-1031 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Sergey Gorbatov and Angela LaneWelcome to this episode of the MACE PODCAST!
This is a special episode as I have two guests joining me at the same time: Angela Lane and Sergey Gorbatov!
Angela Lane and Sergey Gorbatov work and write about the complex science of human performance, while making it simple. Both are practicing senior executives in talent management, leveraging Fortune 500 experience and gained across four continents.
Angela and Sergey equip leaders with practical tools for success. They are researchers, regular contributors to leading publications and the authors of influential books: 'Fair Talk: Three Steps to...
2024-09-2024 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Jeffrey Emile from The United StatesWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST.
Our next stop are the United States with my new guests, Jeffrey Emile.
Jeff is the Founder and CEO of Lynk, a platform created to enhance the human and digital experience for companies and organizations, aiming to foster the DE&I and ERG culture in the new workplace.
Jeff kickstarted his career at General Motors at the age of 21. He honed his leadership skills by spearheading Product teams in the Global Sales, Marketing, and Customer Experience Division for multiple years. When the pandemic changed the way...
2024-07-2216 min
Assist With Impact197. The Ten Most Downloaded Episodes of Assist With ImpactWelcome to the next in our countdown to the final episode of the Assist With Impact podcast. Episode 197 is a wrap-up of the ten most downloaded episodes over the eight years of the podcast. Over 250K downloads and these episodes are the ones that had the most downloads. Episode #1 - The "'Why' Episode #64 - Indispensable Skills - Managing Your Manager Episode #150 - Lack of Confidence: The Biggest Challenge I Hear From Executive Assistants Episode #138 - Interview with Marco Macente, Executive Business Partner Episode #155 - Interview with Ursula...
2024-06-2424 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteHappy Anniversary my dear PODCAST!! Many Stories... but One Heart*** A Special (Audio) Letter to... ***
Happy anniversary My dear PODCAST!
Yes, the MACE PODCAST is 2 years old right now, and I am so happy to celebrate this anniversary with all of you, the special audience, the network and the guests who have contributed to make this podcast so valuable.
Many are stories, but only One is the Heart: that’s the ethos of the MACE PODCAST, the stories that you bring and the unique heart that beats for us and in us, for what matters.
So let’s keep on getting toge...
2024-06-0203 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Terttu Haring from the Netherlands#Talent is where #humans are and where #principles have no price.
That's the ethos of the new episode of THE MACE PODCAST.
To celebrate Clinical Trials Day, I interviewed Terttu Haring, MD, President of Clinical Sites & Patients at Syneos Health. With over 25 years of experience in clinical development, Terttu shares fascinating insights on the future of pharma, how we can ensure diversity when it comes to patient recruitment, patient centricity and more.
We also deep-dive into her personal career growth and her views on how individuals can drive change in the industry.
- How Equity and Equality can help us...
2024-05-1720 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Roshel Jayasundera from DUBAI (United Arab Emirates)Hello Everyone and welcome to this special episode of the MACE PODCAST!
This episode will cross over the ones previously made as the MACE PODCAST is now LIVE also with VIDEO streaming, available on YOUTUBE and on the podcast platform. Hope you enjoy it!
Our stop is DUBAI in the UNITED Arab Emirates, meeting the special guest, Roshel Jayasundera.
Roshel Jayasundera is an experienced leader in healthcare management, blending her expertise in consulting, leadership, and commercial acumen to champion patient-centric solutions worldwide. Her persistent commitment to transformative change has impacted patients across emerging...
2024-04-2122 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Mirko Minenza from Czech RepublicWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!
My new guest is Mirko Minenza from Czech Republic.
Mirko is a recruiter in the gaming industry and he was able to envision his passion in his career.
Professionally speaking he is a Business Strategy Manager at Antal, an international recruitment firm, aiming to help videogaming companies hiring talents in Europe and US.
Born in Rome, he got his Master’s degree in Economics at Romatre university. After that, he wanted to become a gaming Headhunter for two simple reasons:
Firstly, for his passion and secondly, doing a job that br...
2024-03-2720 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Rita Lennon from the United StatesHello Everyone and welcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!
Our stop today are the United States with the special guest: Rita Lennon.
Rita is faculty and a clinical research professional. With a robust background in clinical research and education, she is dedicated to fostering a dynamic learning environment for students while also making significant contributions to the field of healthcare research. Her expertise in clinical research methodologies, patient safety, data integrity, and her passion for teaching empower students to excel academically and professionally. Rita's commitment to excellence and her ability to bridge t...
2024-02-2927 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Chiara Invernizzi from ItalyWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!
My new guest is Chiara Invernizzi, from Italy.
This episode is entirely focused on the Site contracting in the pharma industry and we will cover interesting topics about the trends, the perception and the challenges that professionals encounter when working in this field.
Chiara holds a master degree in Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology.
She has 16 years of experience in the CRO branch in various roles mainly related to site contracts including as a Contracts Specialist, Lead, Manager as well as Director. Prior to joining the CRO...
2024-01-1533 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Lucy Chamberlain from the UKWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!
Our stop is the UK with the special guest: Lucy Chamberlain.
Passionate, fun and straight-talking, Lucy has become one of the business world’s most popular female founders and motivational speakers. She worked as a TV presenter, awards judge, ICF Accredited coach and award-winning speaker.
With over 20-years leading recruitment industry experience, Lucy founded C&C Search to redefine and elevate both the client and candidates’ recruitment experience.
She is driven by impact and transformation.
In April 2020, Lucy launched the C&C Acade...
2023-12-1819 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Kim Pilkington from CANADA!"Make the complex Seamless"
This is the principle I apply when approaching the start up phase in clinical trials, having a great strstegy set up and supported by a great team as well.
This came across not by coincidence when meeting my new guest, Kim Pilkington, tuning in from CANADA!
I was able to connect with Kim through Bonnie Low Kramen, as Bonnie and Kim wrote together an article focused on "Career Management" that I discussed with Bonnie in our last episode you can find in the MACE PODCAST library.
She...
2023-11-2412 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Mariusz Stokowacki from United KingdomWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!
This episode is entirely focused on Talent Acquisition and we will explore trends, challenges, new perspectives and horizons in the post pandemic world.
I am happy to discuss this with my guest, Mariusz Stokowacki, from United Kingdom.
Mariusz was born in Poland and he moved to UK where he was able to build his career as talent acquisition professional, with more than 20 years of professional work experience that includes 14 years in pharmaceutical recruitment and sales environment.
He Worked with leading staffing firms...
2023-10-2040 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Bonnie Low Kramen from United StatesWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!
My guest is Bonnie Low Kramen from United States and this is a very special episode. It's not a coincidence that I invite again Bonnie as a guest to discuss about burn and actual topics hitting our workplace.
Why is this episode so special?
Well, to make it, I had to listen to the whisper that's deep inside and that won't let go easily. That Whisper is the passion to drive things forward, the passion to go above and beyond, to make the difference...
2023-09-0345 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Abigail Barnes from UKWelcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!
This episode is entirely focused on Time Management, Productivity and Well Being, as my new guest is is Abigail Barnes from UK, a speaker and professional coach who inspires entrepreneurs and professionals to use their time better and wisely.
She is the founder and CEO of Success by Design Training (started in July 2013), an award-winning entrepreneur, author, speaker, and corporate trainer. She is a qualified coach working with senior leaders, ambitious professionals and successful entrepreneurs, and she is the creator of the renowned 888 Formula.
...
2023-07-2830 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Diana Brandl from... All over the worldWelcome to the new episode of the MACE Podcast!
Today I am excited to welcome my new guest, DIANA BRANDL, travelling all around the world and working as Digital Nomad.
She is an international key note speaker, she is a trainer and she spends her time teaching admin professionals to be strategic business partners when working with Managers and Leaders across companies and organizations.
She has more than 15 years of experience as Admin professional and now she runs her own business, delivering training sessions and programs for multinational companies to educate and train...
2023-06-0630 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Ayanna T. Castro from United StatesAre you R.E.A.D.Y.? Are you... Reflecting, Evaluating, Aligning, Dreaming and Yielding?
This is the fabolous acronym that my new guest, Ayanna Castro, from US, has found to share her incredible "mantra" all around the world.
Ayanna castro is a global speaker, life coach and author with expertise in helping others see their potential and overcome self-imposed obstacles in pursuit of their goals. As the founder and chief maven of work your package®, her mission is to educate, encourage, and equip othersto enhance what they already have to become the “total package” and be e...
2023-05-0825 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Hallie Warner from the United States"Beside every Successful Leader/Founder, there is a Force Multiplier"
With this quote I want to introduce the special guest of this episode: Hallie Warner, from United States!
Hallie is the co-author of the book titled "The Founder and The Force Multiplier". What it started with a blog, it became a book and now it has turned into a movement (https://founderandforcemultiplier.com/book).
Hallie is the Chief of Staff and she works with the CEO Adam Hergenrother, after more than 12 years of partnership. She started as Executive Assistant and she was able...
2023-04-2222 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Paula Moio from United Kingdom (+Angola + Portugal)Hello everybody and welcome to this new episode of the MACE Podcast!
I'm so excited to bring this new episode entirely focused on DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Mentorship and Business Culture.
Our stop is United Kingdom with the special guest: Paula Moio.
Paula likes seeing herself as the "3L Lady" as she was born in Luanda (Angola), raised in Lisbon and adopted by London.
She is a self-made, future-focused professional, who truly embraces her passion, advocating for change of perceptions and recognition of the Admin Profession. She works tirelessly alongside a...
2023-03-2625 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Davide Mele from United KingdomHello Everyone and welcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!
This is a special episode as I am focusing entirely on HR and Recruitment, having a special guest joining me from United Kingdom: Davide Mele.
We discuss about #Talents&Retention, #recruiment in EU and Israel, #Challenges in HR after the pandemic, #DEI, #HRTrends&Perspective, #QuiteQuitting and much more.
With decades-long experience previously as international Chairman of another recruiting firm, Davide founded SELECTUS RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS, a bespoke recruitment consultancy committed to placing high-quality candidates in executive support functions, which is aimed to provide...
2023-03-1431 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Bonnie Low-Kramen from United StatesHello and welcome to this SPECIAL episode of the MACE PODCAST!
Our stop today is United States, with the special guest Bonnie Low-Kramen! Global trainer and global Speaker, Bonnie’s passion is to affect positive change in the global workplace by paving the way towards healthy, respectful, and highly productive relationships. I made already an episode with Bonnie last year in July, which is available in the MACE PODCAST Library (ep. n.2) and happy to share that this has been one of the most heard across the globe!
I invited Bonnie again because something special is going to happen on the...
2023-02-2136 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE Podcast: Menekse Ahbab from Turkey"People may forget what you said, people may forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel"
Welcome to this new episode of the MACE Podcast, the second one focused on Communication and this quote is the one that reflects today's episode.
I am passionate about communication and I invited a special guest to discuss more about this: Menekse Ahbab from Turkey.
I was able to meet Menekse during a private trip to Instanbul (Turkey) during the Xmas break and I was able to meet her and...
2023-02-1123 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Virginia Villa from ItalyHello Everyone and welcome back to the MACE Podcast with the first episode in 2023!
"Assignments may be temporary, but your legacy is not".
So excited to kick January off with this episode that, as well as the next one, will be focused on Communication. It's all about Communication: working in pharma industry, I know it very well and I am centered on communication pathways and strategies along the project management responsabilities I perform.
To address this and to share useful insights on Communication and PR, I have the pleasure to invite Virginia Villa...
2023-01-2031 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Vickie Sokol Evans from United StatesHello everybody and welcome to this new episode of the MACE Podcast!
This is a special episode, focused fully on IT, Digital Skills and Digital Transformation, topics that, more than ever, are actual and important for many companies and business organization all around the world.
To discuss and deep dive into these topics I invited a special guest: Vickie Sokol Evans, from Austin (Texas) - Unites States!
Vickie is the author of the best-selling 100 Life-Changing Tips book where she shares with you her expertise as a Microsoft Certified Trainer with over 25 certifications. For...
2022-11-1732 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST: Lucy Brazier from SpainWelcome to this new episode of the MACE Podcast!
- What does it mean being a Strategic Business Partner for the business nowadays?
- How can we speak up and stand up for what the role is all about?
- Why is it important to find our "why" and our "purpose" in what we do?
These and other topics are the most important ones I discussed in this new episode with my new guest, Lucy Brazier, from Spain!
Lucy Brazier (OBE) is one of the world’s leading authorities on...
2022-10-1524 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE PODCAST - Liz Van Vliet from AustraliaHello everybody and welcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!
This is a special episode as our special guest is Liz Van Vliet, from Australia!
Liz Van Vliet is the founder and trainer behind My EA Career and hosts the Assist With Impact podcast. She educates, encourages and motivates assistants by equipping them with the Mindset, the Reset and the Power Skills Toolkit so they can shape their professional environment and experience and assist with impact.
Liz developed her Linchpin Assistant Framework. Through her training, speaking and coaching she teaches them...
2022-09-1934 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE Podcast - Helen Monument from The NetherlandsHello everybody and welcome to this new episode of the MACE podcast!
Our stop is The Netherlands and our special guest is the amazing Helen Monument.
Helen inspires and encourages Assistants to be the best they can be, by sharing over three decades of experience as a management support professional.
Helen is the Chair of the World Administrators Alliance (https://wa-alliance.com/home), a trade association representing Administrative Associations, Networks and industry stakeholders across the globe. Its aims are to guide, influence, positively develop and elevate the global administrative community.
At her company Monumental Assistance, Helen provides Training, Coaching and...
2022-08-3026 min
IMACE PODCAST - Hosted by Marco Macente in partnership with IMA ItalyIMACE Podcast - National Committee IMA ItalyHello Everybody and welcome to this last episode of the IMACE Podcast for this great FIRST Season!
Yes, the first season has come to an end. And what amazing histories, episodes, experiences I was able to bring to all of you!
It has been an incredible journey: virtually we've been to South Africa, Germany, Sweden, Turkey and last - but definitely not least - GREECE!
I want to thank you all the guests and IMA Italy but, mainly, I want to thank YOU ALL, the audience, who makes this so special and it...
2022-07-2321 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE Podcast - Bonnie Low-Kramen from United StatesHello Everybody and welcome to this new episode of the MACE PODCAST!
Special guest today is the amazing Bonnie Low-Kramen, from United States!
I met Bonnie in 2019 in Brussels, when I attended her workshop, BTUA. And right now we were together in London in July to attend the ES Live, the conference organized by the amazing Lucy Brazier. And we needed to get together, for the podcast also!
I interviewed Bonnie as she is recognized as one of the most respected leaders in the administrative profession and is now an in-demand expert instructor o...
2022-07-1226 min
IMACE PODCAST - Hosted by Marco Macente in partnership with IMA ItalyIMACE Podcast - Menekse Ahbab from TurkeyHello everybody and welcome to this new episode of the IMACE Podcast!
Our new stop is Turkey with the special guest, Menekse Ahbab!
Meneske has over 20 years of experience as EA/Office Manager in different multinational companies: Aside from her role, she was an internal trainer and organizational health leader at Johnson Controls Middle East & Africa region. In 2020 Menekşe worked at HPE as a GM assistant. She is now a Plant Director Assistant at Schneider Electric in Turkey.
Menekşe has extensive experience in the profession and is a genuinely passionate professional. Sh...
2022-07-0325 min
The MACE Podcast - Hosted by Marco MacenteThe MACE Podcast - Elena Gritsko from UkraineHello Everybody,
What a FIRST, amazing and standalone EPISODE this is! Our stop is Ukraine, with a special guest, Elena Gritsko.
With more than 15 years of experience, Elena had been working as an EA/PA for Sr. Managers and Executives in different multinational companies.
She has worked across international projects as Head of Change Management and as a Leader.
Since 2019, she is teaching EAs/PAs how to level up in the admin role: she is passionate about growing people and creating the pool of true professionals who are able to provide h...
2022-06-2425 min
IMACE PODCAST - Hosted by Marco Macente in partnership with IMA ItalyIMACE Podcast - Corrie Fourie from South AfricaSo excited to bring this new episode!
Our stop today is South Africa with a special guest, Corrie Fourie.
Corrie works for Fresenius Kabi South Africa, an International Pharmaceutical Company as the Executive Assistant to the Managing Director and Country Manager in South Africa and he is currently serving as the National Chair (Founding Member/Director) of IMA South Africa.
We are talking about Amazing topics such us: Diversity & Inclusion, with South Africa portrayed as "Rainbow Nation" - let's see why - Leadership, Mentorship and the evolution of the Admin profession during these l...
2022-06-2022 min
IMACE PODCAST - Hosted by Marco Macente in partnership with IMA ItalyIMACE Podcast - Gina Theofilidou from GreeceWhat an amazing episode today! Our next stop is Greece, with the amazing Gina Theofilidou!
After more than 15 years of experience as Admin Professional, Gina founded in 2014 "Your Distance Assistance", offering virtual Business Administration Services to Business and Life Coaches, Trainers, Speakers, Business Professionals, Small Business Owners and Associations.
In parallel, she offers specific training to PA/EA’s that want to run their own Virtual Assistant business, helping them to develop their skills and competencies to meet the current requirements and future demands of their role.
She holds certifications in Public Relations-Business Ad...
2022-06-0526 min
IMACE PODCAST - Hosted by Marco Macente in partnership with IMA ItalyIMACE Podcast - Gina Theofilidou (Preview)I am so excited to introduce a very quick intro for the next episode of the IMACE PODCAST!
I will meet my guest soon LIVE in Greece and I am so thrilled to be sharing soon this fantastic episode: It will be released fully next Monday! Stay tuned and see the previous episodes released with amazing guests from IMA and different European countries, to get the advice, the suggestions and the insights you need to #Levelup and #Elevate your role as best as you can.
See you soon!
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2022-05-3000 min
IMACE PODCAST - Hosted by Marco Macente in partnership with IMA ItalyIMACE Podcast - Sofie Koark from SwedenWelcome to this new episode of the IMACE Podcast! So excited to bring this new episode to all of you! Our stop today is Sweden with the special guest, Sofie Koark.
Sofie Koark has 16 years’ experience as an Executive Assistant to founders/CEOs at international companies within different industries. Today she is Executive Assistant at Budbee, a technology company that operates a lastmile logistics services for e-commerce currently operating in Sweden, Finland, Denmark, the Netherlands and Belgium.
Since 2020 Sofie is the Executive Vice Chairman for IMA – International Management Assistants, and before that she was in the boar...
2022-05-2222 min
IMACE PODCAST - Hosted by Marco Macente in partnership with IMA ItalyIMACE Podcast - Diana Brandl from GermanyWelcome to this new episode of the IMACE Podcast! Our journey is on going and our next stop is Germany with the amazing Diana Brandl.
Diana holds a Degree in International Administration and Management, specializing in Office Management. Throughout her career, she has worked successfully for C-Level Executives at companies such as Sony, Mister Spex and Babbel. Diana has a strong background in Communications and is a dynamic networker.
She continuously supports the role of the management assistant by speaking at international events and publishing various articles in Germany and abroad focusing on Digital Transformation, New Work, Personal Branding, Strategic N...
2022-05-0838 min
IMACE PODCAST - Hosted by Marco Macente in partnership with IMA ItalyIMACE Podcast - Silvia Salomon from ItalyWelcome to this new episode of the IMACE Podcast!
Today we welcome our first guest from Italy, Silvia Salomon.
Silvia has over 25 years of experience as Executive Assistant in several companies and industries, from family own businesses to multinationals. She's a trainer, a coach and she was National Chairman of IMA Italy in these last years.
Please enjoy our conversation, leave a comment and looking forward to meeting you at the next episode of the IMACE Podcast!
See you soon!
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2022-04-2528 min
IMACE PODCAST - Hosted by Marco Macente in partnership with IMA ItalyIMACE Podcast - INTROWelcome to the IMACE PODCAST!
I am your host, Marco Macente, and I am so thrilled to bring this new episode to all of you.
IMACE Podcast was born thanks to the partnership with IMA ITALY and it has the aim to raise the awareness of the Admin Profession.
Stay tuned to get the next episode which will be released soon: enjoy our conversations!
Best from Italy
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2022-04-0303 min
Assistants TogetherMarco Macente - How to Expand in Your RoleMarco has been working as an Executive Assistant in the Pharmaceutical industry for the past five years. Marco is based in Italy although he studied for his Masters in London. He took his MA in Corporate Communication. Marco is till really passionate about communications which shows in his work.
Marco loves being an Executive Assistant, he is role is a very strategic one, and he works to support the Senior Leaders and Managers in the Oncology Business unit. Marco is really passionate about challenging himself in and out of work. He speaks four languages and loves travelling...
2021-06-3048 minAssist With Impact138. Interview: Marco Macente, Executive Business PartnerPart Two of my interview with Marco where we continue our conversation around the self-directed learning and development that Marco has initiated in order to build his capability, confidence and value as an Executive Assistant. Extending himself as an EA has also involved stepping into the limelight on another podcast, The Future Assistant, hosted by Diana Brandl. You can find the episode here. Marco Macente is an Italian office professional who has been working as an Executive Assistant for ten years. He is based in Milan and has studied in the United Kingdom where he...
2021-06-2429 minAssist With Impact137. Interview: Marco Macente, Executive Business PartnerMarco Macente is an Italian office professional who has been working as an Executive Assistant for ten years. He is based in Milan and has studied in the United Kingdom where he undertook a Masters in Corporate Communications in London. Marco supports senior managers within the Oncology unit of Bayer Pharmaceuticals and in this episode shares how he is fulfilling the role of EA as an Executive Business Partner. Marco is a wonderful personification of what I mean when I describe someone who is a Linchpin Assistant. You will hear in this interview how he...
2021-06-1639 min
Executive Office InsightsGlobal Executive Assistant & Admin Coordinator: Meet Marco Macente from Italy033: In September, I had the chance to talk to one of the male game-changing assistants in our global profession. Marco Macente visited Berlin and of course, I took the opportunity to meet with him and discuss his views around our profession. We met only virtually until the day of the podcast. Marco is an admin professional who has been working in the Pharmaceutical industry for more than 5 years and who is able to envision in his role the passion, the interest, and the mission needed to find his why and purpose in his career. Being...
2020-11-2536 min