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The Active ShareThe Active ShareAdrian Blair: CEO of TrustpilotTrust is not something that can be bought or sold—it's earned and built over time. On this episode of SuiteTalk, Hugo is joined by Adrian Blair, CEO of Trustpilot, a global review platform headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, for a conversation about the market for trust, the differences between high- and low-trust societies, and the role of technology in enhancing customer feedback.2025-07-1734 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro: Fed Signals, Housing Headwinds, and How Companies Are AdaptingWilliam Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal discusses the Fed’s softer tone, how companies are adapting to tariffs and labor shifts, and why housing and hiring trends are setting the stage for a dynamic second half of 2025.2025-06-3018 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastWhat Keeps Employees Happy: Lessons From 11 Years of Restaurant Industry DataSharon Zackfia, head of consumer research at William Blair, shares insights from over a decade of Glassdoor data to reveal how culture, leadership, and operational models—not just pay—shape employee satisfaction and long-term brand success in the restaurant sector.2025-06-2516 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareThe Trade-Offs of TariffsIn this episode of The Active Share, Hugo sits down with William Blair’s Olga Bitel, partner, global strategist, for a conversation all about tariffs—their complexities, their historical context, and their implications on modern economies. With a global perspective in mind, Hugo and Olga touch on the theory of competitive advantage, the impact of tariffs on consumers and producers, the resurgence of tariffs amid globalization, and potential compelling growth opportunities in Europe and China.2025-06-1738 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastDemographics as Commerce: The Aging-in-Place RevolutionRyan Daniels, William Blair's group head of the healthcare technology and services research sector, explores how America’s rapidly growing senior population is reshaping healthcare, technology, and everyday services through the powerful trend of aging in place.2025-06-1225 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro: Tariffs, Tensions, and Turning PointsWilliam Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal unpacks the latest on global tariffs, inflation pressures, recession risks, and why smidcap stocks might be poised for a comeback in a shifting economic landscape. *This episode was recorded on May 28, 20252025-05-3025 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro: April’s Economic RollercoasterWilliam Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal breaks down a wild month of macroeconomic news, focusing on the impact of President Trump's tariff policies on the global economy, equity and bond markets, consumer confidence and corporate inventory strategies. Richard also shares his firsthand experience of Spain's recent power outage and its unexpected lessons. *Recorded April 30, 20252025-05-0128 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastShaping the Future: Innovations and Trends in Obesity TreatmentWilliam Blair biotech analysts Matt Phipps and Andy Hsieh discuss Andy's innovative scoring system for evaluating investigational agents in obesity treatment. This system, highlighted in Andy's report “Shaping the Future: Innovations and Trends in Obesity Treatment,” considers both weight loss and gastrointestinal side effects to provide a more comprehensive clinical assessment. Tune in to hear their insights on the future of obesity therapies, upcoming industry catalysts, and more.2025-04-0329 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro: March 2025William Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal discusses the juxtaposition between weak consumer sentiment and solid economic data, exploring whether a recession is imminent and the implications of shifting inflation regimes, fiscal policy dominance, and ongoing tariff uncertainty.2025-04-0126 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastNavigating the AI Boom: Insights from William Blair's Latest ReportDelve into William Blair’s latest generative AI report, “Navigating the Boom: Confronting GenAI’s Most Pressing Questions.” Featuring insights from technology analysts Jason Ader, Arjun Bhatia, and Sebastien Naji, this episode explores the current state of AI, industry trends, and the future of AI development.2025-03-2231 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastTalking Market Trends with Tony Frascotti, Head of Private Shares TradingTony Frascotti, head of private shares trading at William Blair, discusses the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the private shares market, delving into the impact of macroeconomic factors, the influence of AI on investment strategies, and the resurgence of the crypto market. Tony also provides insights into the current state of late-stage investments, the role of data in driving market decisions, and the evolving landscape of private shares trading.2025-03-2012 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro: February 2025William Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal reflects on February’s economic narratives, including the impact of noisy data, government spending cuts, climate change, mass deportations, recent inflation data, and the evolving nature of inflation on future monetary policy decisions. *Recorded February 25, 20252025-03-0331 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastAccounting Insights: Navigating Growth and Technology TrendsWilliam Blair global services analyst Andrew Nicholas, CPA, discusses findings from his team’s extensive inaugural survey of accounting services executives, covering industry dynamics such as organic revenue growth, technology use, and M&A trends.2025-02-1917 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro: 2025 Kick-OffIn the first Monthly Macro episode of 2025, William Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal recounts the numerous events that have shaped the economic landscape since the start of the year, exploring the implications of recent executive policies, the Fed's decision to hold rates steady, the unusual behavior of Treasury yields, and what these developments mean for the economy as we move further into 2025.2025-02-0530 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastNavigating 2025's Dynamic IT Services LandscapeWilliam Blair equity research analyst Maggie Nolan dives into the latest trends in IT services, exploring the impact of generative AI, data infrastructure, and political influences on the industry.2025-02-0319 minHistoric London PubcastHistoric London PubcastEp 27 Hampstead Pubs Pt 1 - The Flask, Holly Bush, Duke of Hamilton, William IVSend us a textThis is the first of two episodes covering the great old pubs of Hampstead. This one takes a look at The Flask, The Holly Bush, Duke of Hamilton and the King William IV=========================================Google map with pubs covered in previous episodes pinned, courtesy of Andy Meddick:https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/4/edit?mid=12c-WKa3XiT1qTLydK8psZocUR7Y_Wes&usp=sharingOr TinyURL: https://tinyurl.com/bduca5dvThe following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning ...2025-01-1327 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastDigital Health Update: No Longer Unicorns, But Phoenixes AboundRyan Daniels, William Blair group head of the healthcare technology and services research sector, discusses the latest trends in the digital healthcare marketplace, focusing on consumer-facing solutions, the rise and fall of digital health companies, and the evolving investment landscape.2025-01-0619 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareThe Global Growth Engine: 2025 and BeyondWhat drives growth on a global scale? And why does growth occur? On the 50th episode of The Active Share, Hugo is joined by William Blair’s Olga Bitel, partner, global strategist, and Simon Fennell, partner, portfolio manager, for an insightful conversation on the outlook for 2025. Through the lens of economic growth, they discuss key topics such as accelerating innovation, artificial intelligence (AI), the insatiable demand for compute power, growth dynamics across emerging markets (EMs), and the impact of what Olga calls the “perpetual growth machine.”2024-12-2042 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro: Economic Outlook 2025William Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal looks back at the economic highlights of 2024 and shares his insights and predictions for the U.S. economy in 2025, emphasizing resilience, consumer strength, and potential risks ahead.2024-12-2027 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro: Tariffs PrimerWilliam Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal and consumer analyst Dylan Carden delve into the implications of the recent U.S. election results on tariffs, the specialty retail sector, and broader economic trends. *Recorded November 21, 20242024-11-2535 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro with Richard de Chazal (October 2024)William Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal discusses the latest economic trends, including third-quarter earnings, rising Treasury yields, and the impact of recent Fed rate cuts. He also delves into consumer sentiment and the paradox of strong retail sales amid a “vibecession.”2024-10-3026 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastFrom Chips to Systems: How AI Is Revolutionizing Compute and InfrastructureJason Ader, co-group head of William Blair's technology, media, and communications research sector, interviews Sebastien Naji, an equity research associate specializing in semiconductors and infrastructure systems, on their team’s latest report, “From Chips to Systems: How AI Is Revolutionizing Compute and Infrastructure,” which explores the shift from serial to parallel computing, the rise of AI accelerators, and the evolving landscape of semiconductor companies.2024-10-2520 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastHow Insurers are Embracing Technology and Change in an Evolving Risk EnvironmentWilliam Blair technology analyst Dylan Becker joins Adam Klauber, group head of the financial services and technology research sector, to discuss highlights from the seventh annual William Blair Insurance, Banking, and Wealth Technology Conference. They delve into key trends in the insurance technology space, including labor constraints, legacy modernization, and the integration of AI infrastructure.2024-10-0320 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro with Richard de Chazal (September 2024)William Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal discusses the Federal Reserve’s 50-basis-point rate cut and its implications for future monetary policy. He also explores the factors behind this decision, the muted impact of the recent tightening cycle, and what it all means for the economy moving forward.2024-09-2823 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastFurniture and Home Renovations: Post-Pandemic Normalization and the Next Era of GrowthWilliam Blair consumer sector analyst Phillip Blee joins William Blair Thinking Presents to explore the volatile demand for furniture and home improvement projects over the past four years and provide insights into the industry’s 2024 outlook, including key themes such as the housing market, deflation, rising ocean freight costs and long-term growth potential.2024-09-1822 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastBehavioral Healthcare: Robust Demand and Ripe for InnovationFollowing the COVID-19 pandemic, the behavioral healthcare industry has experienced an unprecedented surge in the need for innovation, increased access to care, and demand for services. In this episode of the William Blair Thinking Presents podcast, Ryan Daniels, CFA, partner, and group head of William Blair’s healthcare technology and services sector, discusses how long-term investments in cutting-edge healthcare technology solutions can effectively address these growing needs.2024-09-0617 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro with Richard de Chazal (August 2024)William Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal digs into myriad macroeconomic and market-related events from the past month, including ongoing market volatility, second-quarter earnings season, the intensifying presidential election, and Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s pivotal Jackson Hole speech.2024-08-3028 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastExploring the Forces Reshaping the Property & Casualty Insurance LandscapeThe casualty side of the insurance industry is being hit by rising levels of claims and losses. In this episode of William Blair Thinking Presents, Adam Klauber, CFA, partner, group head of the financial services and technology sector, provides a framework for understanding the depth of the issue and delves into the underlying nature and causes.2024-08-1320 minOrion\'s The Weighing MachineOrion's The Weighing MachineDavid Ricci of William Blair - The Future of Growth InvestingToday, Rusty and Robyn are joined by  David Ricci, a Portfolio Manager at William Blair. David Ricci, CFA, partner, is a portfolio manager on William Blair’s Large Cap Growth strategy, which he joined in 2011. From 2005 to 2018, he was also a portfolio manager on the Mid Cap Growth strategy. Previously, he was the group head for the consumer sector, focusing on specialty retail and e-commerce companies, in William Blair’s sell-side research group. Before joining William Blair in 1994, David gained extensive experience at Procter & Gamble, Melville, and Bain & Company. He is a member of the CFA Institute and the CFA S...2024-08-1338 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastPFAS Solutions (Part 2): The Potential Impact of Loper Bright on the PFAS MarketWilliam Blair group head of global services, Tim Mulrooney follows up on his last episode about the PFAS market to detail how the recent Supreme Court ruling known as Loper Bright could have far-reaching implications on all types of regulations, including environmental ones like PFAS.2024-07-2320 minThe Fiftyfaces PodcastThe Fiftyfaces PodcastKristina Blaschek of William Blair: The fusion of Investments and TechnologyKristina Blaschek, is Director of Business and Technology within the Investment Management division of William Blair, based in Chicago. She started her career in investment banking, and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Auditorium Theatre.  Kristina starts our conversation describing her education and what drew her to the world of finance. We hear about her early career pivots and how she was handpicked to lead the Business and Technology function and how she grew in to this new role. We share a vignette about the leadership at William Blair – in particular Ste...2024-07-1123 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastPFAS Solutions (Part 1): The Big Business of Turning Forever Into NeverIn this episode of William Blair Thinking Presents, Tim Mulrooney, William Blair’s group head of global services, provides insight into the recent EPA rulings on PFAS compounds, exploring their impact on public water utilities and the broader implications for industries nationwide. He also discusses the expected surge in demand for PFAS advisory, testing, and remediation services, and examines the technologies poised to address the issue.2024-07-0940 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro with Richard de Chazal (June 2024)Macro analyst Richard de Chazal walks through highlights from William Blair’s 44th Annual Growth Stock Conference and explains how the event provides a window into the state of the U.S. consumer. He also dissects the latest macro data, including CPI and PPI releases, the FOMC meeting, and the impact of the European elections on the global macro landscape.2024-06-2824 minThe Corner SeriesThe Corner SeriesCapital Trends in Medical Technology with Brian Scullion of William BlairMedical technology is evolving every day. What trends are investment banks seeing, and what are some of the capital trends in the medical technology space?In this episode of The Corner Series, McGuireWoods’ Geoff Cockrell chats with Brian Scullion, Senior Director, Medical Technology at William Blair, a boutique multinational investment bank and financial services company, to discuss how investment banks view emerging healthcare technologies.Listen as Brian talks about private equity considerations in the healthcare industry, how AI and other emerging technology are impacting capital investments in healthcare, and when value-based healthcare might grow in th...2024-05-0822 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro with Richard de Chazal (April 2024)In this episode of William Blair Thinking Presents, macro analyst Richard de Chazal puts inflation and Fed rates under a microscope, explains the correlation between gold prices and bond yields, and discusses the Fed’s independence when it comes to policy changes during an election year. *Recorded April 24, 20242024-04-3027 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastOn the Ground and In the Cloud: Observability and AIOpsWilliam Blair tech analyst Jake Roberge joins the show to discuss the observability and AIOps software markets, including the increasingly important role these platforms are playing for businesses of all sizes, why they are gaining momentum over legacy monitoring tools, and some of the key trends he’s seeing in the market.2024-04-1022 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastHow Advertising Executives are Navigating Budget Changes in 2024As economic conditions improve, so too does confidence among advertising executives about their 2024 budget allocations. In this episode of William Blair Thinking Presents, research analyst Ralph Schackart walks through the results of his latest quarterly digital advertising executive survey, including how digital ad spending has changed in recent months and 2024 budget forecasts.2024-02-1409 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareOur 2024 Global OutlookWill 2024 be the first year of “normal” economic expansion post-COVID? In this episode of The Active Share, Hugo sits down with William Blair’s Olga Bitel, partner, global strategist, and Simon Fennell, partner, portfolio manager, for a wide-ranging conversation on the outlook for 2024. Together, they touch on key topics like inflation and interest rates, Japan’s investment story, the impact of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications, and what new growth opportunities could be on the horizon.2023-12-2152 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro with Richard de Chazal (August 2023)William Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal discusses Fitch’s U.S. government debt downgrade, the resilience of the American consumer, inflation insights, yield curve dynamics, and the global economic puzzle. *Episode recorded August 22, 20232023-09-0829 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastArtificial Intelligence in Information Services: Evaluating the Ramifications of a New AI ParadigmWilliam Blair global services analyst Andrew Nicholas examines the industry-wide impacts, implications, and potential risks that artificial intelligence presents for the information services sector, and offers an overview of the framework he employs to evaluate information services companies in light of these industry-wide dynamics.2023-09-0121 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastResidential Services: A Key Growth Industry for the Next DecadeWilliam Blair global services analyst Tim Mulrooney shares insights from his residential services report, in which he outlines the various markets poised for growth, such as pest control, HVAC, lawn care, pool services, and more. Tim also sheds light on several megatrends that are reshaping these markets and should catch the attention of investors.2023-08-0926 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro with Richard de Chazal (July 2023)William Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal discusses key economic indicators, the elusive “r-star” interest rate, trends in the housing market, the inflation outlook, and the market’s “fear of missing out” sentiment. *Episode was recorded on July 20, 2023.2023-08-0427 minThe Wall Street LabThe Wall Street Lab#107 - Building a strong investment banking network - Christina Bresani, William BlairIn this episode, Christina Bresani, Managing Director and Head of Corporate Advisory at William Blair, shares her insights and experiences in investment banking and corporate advisory. She discusses her background, breaking into the industry, and the importance of networking. Christina explains the role of corporate advisory and its responsibilities in mergers and acquisitions, including advising clients on acquisitions, divestitures, mergers, and defending against activists. She emphasizes the changing landscape of friendly and hostile takeovers and the need for valuable relationships with clients. Additionally, Christina highlights the importance of diversity and the initiatives taken by William Blair to support women...2023-08-0345 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastAddressing Social Determinants of Health Through Food-as-MedicineWilliam Blair healthcare analyst Ryan Daniels dives into his quarterly Healthcare Mosaic report, which focuses on “food as medicine,” an emerging area in addressing social determinants of health. Ryan covers the market and regulatory-driven trends driving growth in the food-as-medicine movement across the United States, details the types of food-as-medicine interventions in the market today, explains why food-as-medicine is vital to comprehensive care delivery, and discusses how care providers and payers of all types are embracing the movement at scale.2023-07-1922 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastMonthly Macro with Richard de Chazal (June 2023)William Blair macro analyst Richard de Chazal discusses the latest CPI data, the ongoing impact of the Federal Reserve’s inflation fight, and his economic outlook for the near and long-term. Additionally, Richard provides listeners with macro highlights from William Blair's 43rd Annual Growth Stock Conference and shares insights into attending management teams' assessment of the macroeconomic landscape.2023-07-1119 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastGenerative AI: The New Frontier of AutomationWilliam Blair equity research analysts Jason Ader, Arjun Bhatia, and Ralph Schackart explore the disruptive, ubiquitous subject of generative AI and its broad implications across the technology sector, the economy, and society. Leveraging their expertise in infrastructure, SaaS, and the consumer internet space, they deliver a comprehensive discussion tailored for those seeking a deeper understanding of generative AI.2023-07-0624 minThe William Blair Thinking PodcastThe William Blair Thinking PodcastRestaurant Automation: An Idea Whose Time Has Finally Come?In this inaugural episode, William Blair equity research group heads Sharon Zackfia and Larry De Maria discuss how automation and robotics are expected to have a significant impact on the restaurant industry by increasing efficiency, consistency, and profitability.2023-05-3017 minPlugged In With Jed DorsheimerPlugged In With Jed DorsheimerUnderstanding Energy’s Relationship to Our EconomyIn this inaugural episode, William Blair energy and sustainability equity research group head Jed Dorsheimer interviews Dr. David Murphy, associate professor of environmental studies at St. Lawrence University, to discuss the energy transition, the relationship between energy and our economy, and how the laws of thermodynamics can inform capital allocation strategies.2023-05-3029 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareTaking an Economic PulseEvery decade brings a different economic environment. What’s set to impact the 2020s? In this episode of The Active Share, join Hugo with guest Olga Bitel, partner and global strategist for William Blair Investment Management, for a wide-ranging discussion of what’s driving the U.S. and global economies, including inflation, recession risk, productivity, geopolitics, and interest rates.2023-04-2734 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareRevenge of the Old EconomyLow interest rates and a focus on being green led to significant underinvestment in the old economy. Netflix rose and Exxon fell. But we’re now beginning a rotation away from the new economy back to the old, says Jeff Currie, global head of commodities research at Goldman Sachs. In this episode of The Active Share, Jeff tells Hugo how he sees the future of energy, from green tech to oil, from the east to the west—who will win, who will lose, and how investors can prepare.2023-01-2344 minThe Fiftyfaces PodcastThe Fiftyfaces PodcastVivian Lin Thurston, Portfolio Manager at William Blair Investment Management - The Art and Science of Portfolio ManagementVivian Lin Thurston is a Partner and Portfolio Manager at William Blair Investment Management, where she is based in Chicago. She previously covered global consumer stocks in a research role both at William Blair and a series of other financial services firms. She is Chairman of the Board at the Chinese Finance Association of American and a Principal Dancer and Director at the Xilin Dance Company.  Our conversation starts with Vivian's upbringing in China, and what led to her continuing her education in the US.  Her background in sociology proved to be a fertile one for embarking on...2023-01-1133 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareDiverse Thought, Endless PossibilitiesWhen a society embraces cognitive diversity, powerful outcomes can result. In this episode of The Active Share, Hugo sits down with Matthew Syed, a best-selling author, highly acclaimed speaker, and award-winning journalist, to discuss what it means to think in complex ways; the implications of moving away from group think; and how investors can benefit from diverse cultures and voices.2022-12-1949 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareThe End of the World As We Know ItThere’s no debating that we’re in tumultuous times, but who’s coming out ahead and who will be left behind? We asked geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan, critically acclaimed author of The End of the World is Just the Beginning: Mapping the Collapse of Globalization. Through his work at the U.S. State Department, private intelligence company Stratfor, and his own firm (Zeihan on Geopolitics), Peter has gained a unique perspective of the way the world works and offers some insight about the end of globalization.2022-08-2248 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareThe Next Political OrderAccording to Gary Gerstle, University of Cambridge professor and author of The Rise and Fall of the Neoliberal Order: America and the World in the Free Market Era, we’re moving to a new political order. But will it resemble the welfare state that began with the New Deal? Will it be more like the capitalistic state of recent decades? Or will it be something else entirely? In this episode of The Active Share, Hugo speaks with Gary about what gave rise to the old orders, and what may be coming next.2022-07-2146 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareInvesting in PeopleWhen Aoifinn Devitt created The Fiftyfaces Podcast in 2020, she wanted to showcase the diversity of the world’s investors by telling their stories. Now, she tells Hugo her own story—from her start as a lawyer to her current role as the first female chief investment officer at Moneta, an investment advisor with $27 billion of assets under management. In this wide-ranging discussion, Aoifinn explains how the Russia-Ukraine conflict could change how we think about ESG, whether we’re in a new investing regime, and what she’s learned from podcasting.2022-05-0934 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareRebel with a CauseMost organizations are wary of rebels, but they shouldn’t be, says Francesca Gino, Harvard Business School professor and author of Rebel Talent: Why It Pays to Break the Rules at Work and in Life. Join Francesca and Hugo for a discussion of the complex problems that organizations face in 2022, and why we need people to embrace their rebelliousness in order to solve them.2022-03-2930 minThe Fiftyfaces PodcastThe Fiftyfaces PodcastStephanie Braming of William Blair - On Critical Thinking and Transforming RecruitmentStephanie Braming is Global Head of Investment Management at William Blair & Co.  based in Chicago. She was previously a portfolio manager and specialist at William Blair. And prior to that investment consultant, she started her career as an examiner in the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.We start with her upbringing in a rural town in the Midwest and how she moved from an English literature major to a role as a federal bank examiner, where she was once referred to as "that examiner girl".  The fit proved to be a good one though as her visits in...2022-03-1439 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareUnderstanding Sovereign ESGEnvironmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks have led to dramatic changes in corporate strategy and behavior. But it’s easier for a company to change than a country. In this episode of The Active Share, Hugo speaks with Teal Emery, founder of Teal Insights, a boutique research consultancy focusing on sustainability issues in sovereign debt markets, and Yvette Babb, a portfolio manager of William Blair’s emerging markets debt team. The topic of discussion: What does ESG mean in the context of sovereigns versus corporates?2022-02-2838 minNo Off Season PodcastNo Off Season PodcastJoe Mantegna "Blair Academy Cause over Self!"Coach Joe Mantegna is the Head Coach of Blair Academy Boys Basketball one of the most highly ranked and respected programs in the country. Coach Mantegna bring his wealth of knowlege and discusses topics such as: 1.) Growth Mindset  2.) Decision Making for Skill Work  3.) Creating a Championship Culture and much much more!  2022-02-0349 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareForces of MigrationPowerful global forces could cause billions of people to relocate over the next few decades, a transition that may have significant investment implications. Join Hugo and Parag Khanna, Ph.D., founder and managing partner of strategic advisory FutureMap and author of Move: The Forces Uprooting Us, for a discussion of what’s driving migration, including demographics, climate change, and politics.2022-01-2453 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareRise of the MachinesThe future of manufacturing is digital—through sensors, software, robots and cobots, and connectivity. In the last installment of our Convergence series, which examines five growth themes that are shaping the future of investing, Hugo speaks with William Blair Global Research Associate Monika Budyn, and Global Research Analyst Andy Siepker, CFA, to discuss the “rise of the machines.”2021-12-2024 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareNew Cold War: ChinaIn the current environment, it’s easy for investors to anchor on concerns about Chinese geopolitical tensions and increasing policy risk. But are these risks overshadowing the growth opportunity in China? In this episode, Hugo is joined by three guests with extensive experience in China who take us on a journey through the evolution of the Chinese system and discuss how investors can successfully navigate related challenges.2021-11-3042 minThe Active ShareThe Active Share25. New Cold War: ChinaIn the current environment, it’s easy for investors to anchor on concerns about Chinese geopolitical tensions and increasing policy risk. But are these risks overshadowing the growth opportunity in China? In this episode, Hugo is joined by three guests with extensive experience in China who take us on a journey through the evolution of the Chinese system and discuss how investors can successfully navigate related challenges.2021-11-3042 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareIn the Kitchen With Chef CJ JacobsonCooking takes place in a high-performance environment but also requires teamwork. Join Hugo and CJ Jacobson, former member of the U.S. National Volleyball Team and current chef partner at Chicago restaurants Aba and Ēma, for a discussion about food and sports, creativity and process, and how COVID has changed the restaurant industry.2021-10-2931 minBrennan 2022/2023Brennan 2022/2023Lost in the Woods by Blair Ostrovsky and Amy WangThis is Amy and Blair's Podcast! A girl, Amber is lost in the woods while picking berries... the only woods believed to be haunted by a merciless Creature by the sensible townspeople...2021-10-2810 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareCOVID-19: The End GameAlmost two years after the COVID-19 outbreak, much is still unknown. Why are heavily vaccinated countries such as Israel and the United States seeing record cases? Will children drive infections as we open up? And how will the economy stay on course? In this episode, Hugo speaks with William Blair Global Research Analyst Camilla Oxhamre Cruse, Ph.D., and Global Strategist Olga Bitel, about what’s next in the COVID crisis.2021-09-2836 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareConservation CapitalismEverything is becoming smart these days—buildings, grids, and cities. In the fourth installment of our Convergence series, which examines five growth themes that are shaping the future of investing, Hugo Scott-Gall speaks with Alaina Anderson, CFA, portfolio manager and global research analyst, and Anil Daka, CFA, global research analyst to discuss renewable energy, smart infrastructure, and new business models, as well as how environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors are accelerating these trends.2021-08-2733 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareBeyond Digital RealityIn less than a decade we’ve moved from Google smart glasses to Oculus virtual reality headsets; what’s next? In the third installment of our Convergence series, which examines five growth themes that are shaping the future of investing, Hugo Scott-Gall speaks with William Blair Global Research Analysts Bill Benton, CFA, and Drew Buckley, CFA, to discuss a vision of the internet in which the virtual and physical worlds become a seamlessly interconnected realm.2021-07-0830 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareFinding FinanceDiversity in the financial services industry is an ongoing challenge, but it’s not due to a lack of talent—it’s due to a lack of exposure, education, and opportunity. But two nonprofits are hoping to change that. Join William Blair’s Hugo Scott-Gall for a conversation with Bevon Joseph, co-founder of the Greenwood Project, and Katherine Jollon Colsher, CEO of Girls Who Invest, which seek to connect women, Black, and Latinx students with careers in financial services.2021-05-2644 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareShades of GreenGreen can be a moral color, a political color, or an economic color. Join William Blair’s Hugo Scott-Gall for a conversation with Adam Tooze, history professor at Columbia University and author of "Crashed: How a Decade of Financial Crises Changed the World," for a multidisciplinary discussion of how the decade is shaping up from an economic historian’s perspective—including climate change, inequality, geopolitics, and fragile financial markets.2021-04-2642 minThe Sub2Deals ShowThe Sub2Deals ShowEP 079 - Charles Blair - Lead Generation Tips from 'The Mad Scientist'What are the 6 Ways You Should Be Touching a Seller?    Why is a CRM Crucial to Your Success?   What is a Zombie List?   Today, on The Sub2Deals Show, we talk with Charles "The Mad Scientist" Blair. Charles has been a full-time real estate investor in the Baltimore, MD area for over 31 years and teaches other investors how to find, buy and successfully invest in real estate.   What You Will Learn   The BEST Ways to Generate Leads in a Seller's Market...2021-04-1936 minGrow Your GivingGrow Your GivingEmployee-Inspired Giving: A Conversation with Laura Coy and Paige LaCour of William BlairChicago-based global investment banking and wealth management firm William Blair gives back through grants, sponsorships, employee matching gifts, volunteering and nonprofit board development. And, just last year, the firm donated $3.5 million to more than 900 charities. Director of Philanthropy Strategy Laura Coy and Senior Philanthropy Strategy Associate Paige LaCour recently joined Corporate Services Specialist NaTika Rowles to discuss their corporate giving and how they've pivoted their philanthropy strategy in the last year. The Grow Your Giving podcast is powered by the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation and our national entity, Greater Horizons. We aim to make giving convenient...2021-04-0931 minThe Workplace Podcast in association with YellowWoodThe Workplace Podcast in association with YellowWoodEpisode 19:The Lego Serious Play Facilitation Method with Sean BlairSean Blair author and co-author of three books on the Lego Serious Play (LSP) facilitation method, joins fellow LSP facilitator on the podcast. Sean provides an understanding of this facilitation method, the surprising benefits and the importance of play. Myth's are dispelled that it's just fun with a pile of bricks, and as facilitators we discuss the importance of design to meet group learning outcomes. Sean also provides insights into how this facilitation method has adapted online and how to use this method in a covid friendly way.   2021-03-0552 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareConnected CommerceThe world is not just being recreated click-by-click instead of brick-by-brick; it is being reimagined. In the second installment of our Convergence series, which examines five growth themes that are shaping the future of investing, Hugo speaks with William Blair Global Research Analyst Jay Kannan, CFA, about what we call “connected commerce,” which covers the entire architecture of the digital economy.2021-03-0431 minThe Active ShareThe Active SharePhotography: Investing in a MemoryInvesting in a photograph means investing in its power to affect the viewer. Take a step inside the world of photography with Michael Hoppen, CEO and founder of the Michael Hoppen Gallery, as we review the art form and its ties to society, discuss the impact of technology on photography, and explore parallels to investing.2021-02-0240 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareEditGenetics: Improving LivesHarnessing technology to solve known problems in healthcare and food is something we’ve been exploring in depth. In the first installment of our Convergence series, which examines five growth themes that are shaping the future of investing, Hugo speaks with William Blair Global Research Analysts Tommy Sternberg, CFA, and Ben Loss, CFA, to discuss what we call “EditGenetics.”2021-01-1130 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareCan We Talk?What do cricket and investing have in common? A lot more than you think. Join Hugo and Simon for a conversation with Tim Harkness, sports psychologist and author of 10 Rules for Talking: An Expert’s Guide to Mastering Difficult Conversations, and hear how his rules can help improve your personal and professional lives—and your cricket game.2020-12-2140 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareLuck of the DrawIs success the luck of the draw? Tune in as Hugo speaks with Michael Sandel, a professor of political philosophy at Harvard University. Michael has authored several books, including What Money Can’t Buy: The Moral Limits of Markets, Justice: What’s the Right Thing to Do?, and most recently, The Tyranny of Merit: What’s Become of the Common Good? Hugo and Michael discuss the impact of meritocracy and credentialism on society, investing, and politics.2020-10-2942 minFilmsurrFilmsurrThe Blair Witch Project (1999)Det är oktober månad och ni vet vad det betyder! SKRÄCKFILM så klart. Vi ser om den banbrytande och mycket omtalade found-footage-skräckisen Blair Witch Project. Hur har den åldrats efter alla kopior som gjorts och var det genialiskt eller antiklimaktiskt att aldrig visa häxan i filmen? Det och mycket mer i månadens första skräckis!2020-10-021h 08The Active ShareThe Active ShareInvesting in the Next GenerationIn this episode, Rendel Solomon, managing director at Muller & Monroe Asset Management and founder of One Stock One Future, joins our moderator, Hugo, for a conversation on Rendel’s family history, his “One Stock One Future” initiative, which aims to turn 1million underprivileged young people into public company shareholders, and the widening racial wealth gap.2020-09-1646 minThe Active ShareThe Active SharePart 3: COVID-19 Science and EconomicsAs the pandemic progresses, Hugo checks back in with our in-house COVID experts, William Blair Investment Management Research Analyst Camilla Oxhamre Cruse, Ph.D., and Global Strategist Olga Bitel, on why cases are rising in some areas and declining in others, where we are on a vaccine and testing, and potential risks to our base-case scenario for the global economic recovery.2020-08-2538 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareHow We Stop Wasting FoodGetting surplus food into the mouths of the hungry is more complicated than it seems. Join our moderator, Hugo, and portfolio manager, Simon, for a conversation with Laura Winningham, CEO of City Harvest London, which has rescued 4,000 tons of surplus food and delivered 10 million meals to those in need.2020-07-2833 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareLeadership: One GOALLLLLL!Strong leadership, especially during uncertain times, is more important than ever. Join our moderator, Hugo, for a conversation with former U.S. Women’s National Soccer Coach, Jill Ellis, on creating a dynamic environment, making sound decisions, and working with diverse personalities.2020-06-0930 minThe Active ShareThe Active SharePart 2: COVID-19 Science and EconomicsIn the second installment of our COVID-19 series, our moderator, Hugo, discusses the scientific and economic implications of the path to recovery with William Blair investment management research analyst Camilla Oxhamre Cruse, who has a Ph.D. in medicine and M.Sc. in biochemistry, and global strategist Olga Bitel.2020-05-1400 minNo Off Season PodcastNo Off Season PodcastBlair O'Donovan Washington Wizards Strength&Conditioning CoachOn Episode 4 we have Blair O'Donovan who is the Director of Physical Preperation for the Washington Wizards. On this episode Blair shares his knowledge on initial assessments for basketball players, creating buy in from players and coaches and how to create a healthy lifestyle for basketball players in order to take their game to the next level!2020-05-1048 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareCOVID-19: Science and EconomicsListen to our moderator discuss the science of the coronavirus and its global economic impact with William Blair Investment Management Research Analyst Camilla Oxhamre Cruse, who has a Ph.D. in medicine and an M.Sc. in biochemistry, and Global Strategist Olga Bitel.2020-04-0600 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareHumanistic CapitalismJoin us on location in the village of Solomeo in Umbria, Italy, the home of our guest Brunello Cucinelli, chairman and CEO of Brunello Cucinelli S.p.a, and his successful luxury-clothing brand. A strong believer in humanistic capitalism, Brunello shares how he created a company that values fair wages and profits, giving back, and the importance of treating people and the environment with dignity.2020-02-1200 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareThe Industrial Revolution Is a Digital RevolutionClaudio Simão, chief technology officer at Hexagon AB and president of Hexagon Ventures, discusses how Industry 4.0 and the digital transformation will drive a new era of productivity. He also highlights the challenges and opportunities faced by industrial companies in a digital world.2019-12-1800 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareIncentivize GoodKnown as the father of financial futures, Dr. Richard Sandor, chairman and CEO of the American Financial Exchange, joins us for an in-depth conversation about his journey to becoming a financial innovator. He discusses creating the Chicago Climate Exchange; his newest venture, Ameribor, an alternative to LIBOR; and why doing well and doing good don’t have to be exclusive.2019-11-2000 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareTrending: Slowbalization, Big Tech, Political PendulumsPatrick Foulis, business affairs editor for The Economist, discusses the top global economic trends to watch and gives us a glimpse into the inner workings of the 176-year-old publication. See how the sausage gets made, including the importance of hiring intellectual rebels and writing good puns.2019-10-1700 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareIs It Science Fiction or Is It Healthcare?Cell therapy, gene editing, and other medical technologies that focus on the human genome are more than science fiction. Find out how shifts in personalized medicine are transforming healthcare when we sit down with William Blair Investment Management healthcare analysts Camilla Oxhamre Cruse, Ph.D., and Tommy Sternberg, CFA.2019-09-2400 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareCubs Win! Tom Ricketts Explains HowWhen Tom Ricketts, CFA, chairman of the Chicago Cubs, took over the “loveable losers” in 2009, he set about transforming the organization. Seven years later he had combined art and science to create a winning culture and team—culminating in what may be the most dramatic 17 minutes in World Series history.2019-08-1900 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareTiger vs. Roger: The Case for GeneralistsWhat do Tiger Woods and Roger Federer have in common with hedgehogs and foxes? Find out as we sit down with David Epstein, New York Times bestselling author of The Sports Gene and Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World, who argues that in most fields, generalists—not specialists—are primed to outperform.2019-07-2300 minThe Active ShareThe Active ShareThe Active Share TrailerThe Active Share, a new podcast from William Blair brings you less obvious investing insights in a world that’s always changing. Join host Hugo Scott-Gall for thought-provoking conversations with thought leaders--including David Epstein, New York Times bestselling author, and Tom Ricketts, chairman of the Chicago Cubs--as well as company executives, and our own analysts and portfolio managers.2019-07-1600 minMixed ReviewMixed Review28: The Blair Witch SeriesTuck your carpenter jeans into your Doc Martens and grab your Hi8 camera, because we're about to venture deep into the wooded areas of Maryland (and possible Nova Scotia) to document Daniel Myrick and Eduardo Sánchez's The Blair Witch Project, Joe Berlinger's Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2, and Adam Wingard's Blair Witch.2018-07-1300 minConversations with Institutional InvestorsConversations with Institutional Investors13: William Blair's Brian Singer - Mean Reversion, Gary Brinson and DAAIn this podcast, MarketFox columnist Daniel Grioli speaks with Global Macro investor Brian Singer about his time working for Gary Brinson, his views on mean reversion, the essence of dynamic asset allocation and the attributes of a good investor.  Brian is the Head of the Dynamic Allocation Strategies Team at William Blair. Singer was the former head of Global Investment Solutions and Americas Chief Investment Officer for UBS Global Asset Management. In 1991, Brian co-wrote a landmark update to one of the pioneering studies on asset allocation, ‘Determinants of Portfolio Performance II: An Update,’ with Gary Brinson and Gilbert Beebower. Overview: 4 min...2018-07-041h 16Book Club Shmook ClubBook Club Shmook ClubBCSC 105: The Blair Witch DossiersBCSC IS A MEMBER OF TALKBOMB.COM! This week BOOK CLUB SHMOOK CLUB, we're digging around in the Black Hills woods outside of Burkitsville, Maryland! Why? Well, we're looking for the Blair Witch! This week it's 2 books in one as we tackle the two dossiers produced around the release of The Blair Witch Project and Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2! Found footage in book format! Conflicting theories as to what happened! Deeper lore! Creepy, creepy stuff! Book Club Shmook Club is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music,You...2017-10-271h 20College Guidance ChatCollege Guidance ChatEpisode 19: Wendy Livingston, Associate Dean of Admission at the College of William & MaryThink that a small public school doesn't exist? Or, that a liberal arts school can't seamlessly incorporate a business program? Think again. The College of William & Mary bills itself as a true one-of-a-kind college: it's a small public college dedicated to the liberal arts. Yet it still offers a business major, though students do not engage in pre-professional coursework until their junior year! The focus on the liberal arts is at the core of the William & Mary curriculum, and it continues to inform the lives of its graduates well after they earn their degree. For Wendy Livingston, the Associate Dean...2015-06-2700 minOff Radar PodcastOff Radar PodcastRosey Blair from The Brat Cave joins usIn this episode the very talented Rosey Blair joins us, both from her parent's house during thanksgiving break, and from LA for some follow up questions. Rosey is extremely funny and you can find her work on GeekNation.com under shows and The Brat Cave.    Like always please remember to stalk us on: Facebook, Twitter, and send us e-mails.  offradarpodcast@gmail.com2014-12-152h 25College Guidance ChatCollege Guidance ChatEpisode 8: Greg Warmt from Hobart and William Smith CollegesGreg Warmt, the Assistant Director of Admissions at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, is partial to HWS. Perhaps, that is because he is an alum. Or, it could be that HWS encourages its students to pursue in-depth study across the curriculum. Interdisciplinary studies is just the norm at HWS.2014-11-0700 min