Inside-out is a podcast about identity and culture. Co-hosts Cornelia Choe and Dr. Helen Krug von Nidda introduce listeners to how the mosaic of contexts we come from — be it our cultures, the industries we work in, or our passions — have a rich and enduring influence on our lives. In conversation with leaders from around the globe, each episode deep dives into the purpose driving people’s lives and how this purpose connects us across genders, geographies and generations. About the hosts: Cornelia is the CEO of The Leaders Alliance, an organization that helps senior leaders create successful and fulfilling careers together through peer coaching. Coupled with her masters’ degree at the Harvard Kennedy School under the guidance of global authorities on leadership, her more than 20 years of diverse experience in government, development and finance at places such as the United Nations and Morgan Stanley have given her critical insights into how different people connect and complement each other, and how to guide and facilitate discussions to create connection and benefit for all. She’s lived and worked on three continents in seven countries and speaks three languages. Connecting people with different perspectives so that they can learn from each other gives her great joy. Dr. Helen Krug von Nidda works at the intersection of leadership transformation, career empowerment and inclusion in organizations. A seasoned executive coach, international speaker, and trainer with more than 20 years of global experience in human resources with the United Nations, and private sector, Helen’s passion and focus centers around coaching female leaders and leadership development in the international development field and private sector. She has worked and travelled internationally and works in both French and English. She has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company and The Muse.
Cornelia Choe, Dr. Helen Krug von Nidda
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Inside-out is a podcast about identity and culture. It introduces listeners to how the mosaic of contexts we come from — be it our cultures, the industries we work in, or our passions — have a rich and enduring influence on our lives. This podcast deep dives into the purpose driving people's lives and how they can connect us across genders, geographies and generations.
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