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Everyone knows you don’t quit a job, you quit a manager, so what can a company do to develop its leaders and keep good talent? A Perfect Circle: Inspiring Ball Corporation Leaders explores how leadership and culture affect everything in the workplace and how a shared vision of the future can unite a workforce. At Ball we know inclusive environments are where all employees can thrive, pushing the boundaries is how we move beyond ideas to develop solutions, and thinking bigger to enhance sustainability is the best way to help our people, our customers, and our planet. Join Ball leadership on this journey as we explore the intricacies of leadership, vision, sustainability, culture, and so much more.

Ball Corporation


    • Aug 24, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 21m AVG DURATION
    • 13 EPISODES


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    Mic to Mic with Adam Shalapin, Alberto Conti, and Estevão Braga: Sustainability & Innovation, what it means, and how it provides value

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 24:04


    In this episode of A Perfect Circle: A Ball Leadership Podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of sustainability and innovation at Ball. Three of our leaders come together to discuss what innovation and sustainability look like at Ball, how they lead their teams on Ball's sustainability values, and why they've each championed these efforts throughout their careers. Discover how sustainability has become an integral part of our company's DNA, influencing not only our long-term goals but also shaping our day-to-day efforts.

    Mic to Mic with Brian Gabbard, Jody Lodge and Daniela Tomatti: Inspiring Passion, Connecting with Employees, and Achieving Results

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 25:52


    In this episode of A Perfect Circle: A Ball Leadership Podcast, we explore the power of authenticity in leadership and the ICA leadership framework. Tune in to hear our leaders discuss the ICA leadership framework and how they use it to Inspire Passion, Connect with Employees, and Achieve Results. Discover the transformative impact of leading with purpose and integrity. Gain practical strategies for building trust, fostering a positive work culture, and effectively communicating your vision. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned executive, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. Join us as we delve into the secrets of becoming a leader who not only achieves outstanding results but also leaves a lasting impact on their team and organization.

    Mic to Mic with Brad Perry, Trista Fisher and Hugo Magalhães: Leading with a customer-focused mindset

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 23:21


    In this episode of A Perfect Circle: A Ball Leadership Podcast, we explore the importance of leading with a customer-focused mindset. Our speakers discuss the strategies and tactics that employees and leaders can use to create a customer-focused culture within our organization. You'll learn practical tips and strategies for how Ball puts customers at the center of our organization, and how doing so drives growth and success. Whether you're a frontline employee, a manager, or a C-suite executive, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to make a difference in the organization.

    Mic to Mic with Kat Horsley-Summer, Michele Miller, and Stacey Valy Panayiotou: Cultivating an experience that drives culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 20:00


    In this episode of A Perfect Circle: A Ball Leadership Podcast, we explore the importance of cultivating an experience that drives culture, fosters innovation, creativity, and collaboration. Our speakers draw from their extensive experience to discuss the key elements that contribute to a thriving culture. They also share practical tips and strategies for developing a culture that empowers employees to excel, fosters a sense of community, and embraces diversity and inclusion.

    Mic to Mic with Andrew Stevens, Mark Kaestner, and Vikki Schiff: The Importance of Talent Planning

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 22:59


    In this podcast episode, our VP HR Ball Packaging North & Central America (BPNCA) Andrew Stevens, VP of HR at Ball Aerospace Vikki Schiff and VP Talent Development & Transformation Mark Kaestner, discuss the critical role that talent planning plays in the success of any organization. They share their insights and experiences on topics such as identifying future skills and roles, developing high-potential employees, aligning talent plans with overall strategy and goals, and measuring the success of a talent plan. They also discuss the challenges and best practices of implementing a talent plan in a global organization, and the importance of diversity and inclusion in the talent planning process. This episode provides valuable insights for anyone in a leadership or management role about Ball's new global approach to talent planning and what's ahead.

    Mic to Mic with Erica Baldini, Jeff Little, and Mark Kaestner: Setting Your Teams up for Success in the New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 29:45


    In this podcast episode, our HR VP - BPSA Erica Baldini, VP HR - BPEMEA Jeff Little, and VP Talent Development & Transformation Mark Kaestner, discuss the importance of goal setting and how to effectively set and achieve your team's goals. They'll share tips and strategies for creating a positive and productive work environment, and how to stay motivated and focused on your goals throughout the year. Whether you're a team leader or a team member, this episode will provide valuable insights and practical advice for helping your team thrive in the new year.

    Mic to Mic with Dan Fisher, Stacey Valy Panayiotou & Rapha Mendonca: Achieving Excellence in the New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 26:58


    In this podcast episode, Ball's President and CEO Dan Fisher, Chief Human Resources Officer Stacey Valy Panayiotou, and Director, Global Technology Capability Leader (Process Automation) and 2021 Award of Excellence winner Rapha Mendonca share their insights on how to achieve excellence in the new year. They will discuss the importance of possessing key qualities such as focus, motivation and determination to succeed. They will also offer strategies for setting challenging yet achievable goals and staying motivated for success. Join the conversation as they discuss the role of leadership, collaboration and communication in achieving excellence.

    Mic to Mic with Stacey Valy Panayiotou and Carey Causey: Resilience & Perseverance

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 17:33


    Resilience and perseverance are two critical skills that can enable us to thrive in the face of change. Ball's Chief Human Resources Officer Stacey Valy Panayiotou and President, Ball Packaging EMEA Carey Causey sit down to discuss resilience and perseverance. In this episode, they will discuss the role each skill plays in the workplace and how leaders can implement a couple of key strategies to help us embrace transformation.

    Mic to Mic with Kathryn Haber and Vikki Schiff: Success in Challenging Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 12:04


    Challenging situations are a part of life, how you handle them is what matters. Ball Aerospace's Senior Director and Executive Coach, Kathryn Haber, and VP of HR at Ball Aerospace, Vikki Schiff, sit down to discuss how we can operate, and even during difficult times. Join us as they look back at the last two years and break down how stress can show up in the workplace, strategies for succeeding despite challenging times, best practices for employees, and more!

    Mic to Mic with Stacey Panayiotou and Ron Lewis: Achieving Extraordinary Things through Collaboration

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 16:20


    Here at Ball, we are a global team pursuing a shared vision. And it's no secret that collaboration and achieving extraordinary things are key ingredients to the success of that vision. Ball's new CHRO, Stacey Valy Panayiotou and Ron Lewis, COO of Global Beverage Packaging, sit down to discuss the importance of working with and leaning on each other to achieve our collective goals; whether it's by pushing the boundaries to achieve extraordinary things or, as a team, developing innovative solutions to our client's greatest challenges, Stacey and Ron delve into the collaborative culture and mindset that ultimately benefit our people, customers and planet.

    Mic to Mic with Dan Fisher, Bill Dempsey, & Dennis Schuilenburg: Remaining Resilient in Times of Growth and Being Unstoppable Along the Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 17:26


    A shared vision is what drives us to “be unstoppable” here at Ball -- one of the key pillars that preserves and enhances our organization's values, strengths, mission and culture. We're willing to push the boundaries to move beyond ideas and develop solutions for our customers' biggest challenges as a team, while ensuring that we are equipped with the mindset and tools to be resilient in times of growth and uncertainty. In this episode of The Perfect Circle, Dan Fisher, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bill Dempsey, Chief Procurement Officer, and Dennis Schuilenburg, Chief Commercial and Sustainability Officer, sit down to discuss the key to remaining resilient, all while maintaining an unstoppable mindset.

    Mic to Mic with Danae Atkins, Ryan Patschke, and Dan McCauley: A Great Awakening of Employee Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 19:22


    Pursuing a shared vision within a global company is no small feat, and we know that to achieve this vision we need to lean on each other and provide an inclusive environment in which all employees can thrive. As we aim to deliver a world-class employee experience, it is critical that we hear the “voice” of our employees, and understand our strengths and areas of opportunity. As we aim to make Ball and its employees more successful, and in the midst of our 2022 Engagement Survey, we are zeroing in on employee experience as a key area of focus. In this episode of A Perfect Circle, Director of Talent Development Danae Atkins is joined by our colleagues at Willis Towers Watson Dan McCauley and Ryan Patschke for a conversation about employee engagement and the renewal of employee experience in the workplace.

    Mic to Mic with President and CEO, Dan Fisher, and New CHRO, Stacey Valy Panayiotou

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 17:56


    Here at Ball, purpose is what drives us. In the introductory episode of Ball's Leadership Podcast President and CEO Dan Fisher and CHRO Stacey Valy Panayiotou sit down to discuss their new roles and Ball's vision for 2022. Together they'll cover how leaders at Ball bring our values to life so we can all grow and succeed together. From leading with uncompromising integrity and behaving like owners, to inspiring the world by bringing a better tomorrow through our innovative and sustainable products, Stacey and Dan dig into what we care about most.

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