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The CPG Guys are joined by Chris Riegel CEO of STRATACACHE  with retail solutions that allow them to be partners in creating an in-store evolution, fitting into retail existing ecosystem by connecting different technologies to truly drive a frictionless store visit. This episode is sponsored by STRATACACHEFind Chris Riegel on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-riegel-6931a28/Find STRATACACHE on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stratacache/Find STRATACACHE online here: https://www.stratacache.com/en/Chris answers these questions:You are hosting a full day focused on retail media inside the physical store—a deliberate choice given how much attention off-site and digital retail media still get. What convinced you that the store deserved its own moment right now? Is it fair to say the industry is moving from speculation to proof? What triggered that shift?We'll have voices from BCG, McKinsey, EMARKETER, and Solomon Partners in the room. When consultants, analysts, and investors all start telling a similar story, what does that signal to you?One of the themes we'll explore during the day is the idea that the traditional funnel has collapsed and influence now happens closer to the moment of purchase. Why is the store uniquely resilient in that new influence model?Why do you think shoppers still trust in-store media more than online media? Is that trust something retailers can scale without breaking it?We'll hear during the day that agentic AI is compressing margins in digital retail media. Help connect the dots for our audience—why does that dynamic actually elevate the strategic value of physical stores?If AI makes digital media more efficient but less differentiated, does the store become one of the few environments where context still matters more than targeting?Why is that shift so foundational to unlocking real retail media scale in stores?We'll have IAB and measurement leaders talking about standards. From your perspective, how important is measurement alignment to making in-store media credible to brands and CFOs?What separates retailers who are moving from pilots to platforms from those who are still stuck in experimentation?We'll also explore how the store is becoming a fully expressive media environment—not just screens, but experience. For brands listening, what does “store-native creative” really demand of them?What outdated thinking do you hope gets challenged during this event? Is the biggest barrier today technology, standards, or internal politics?Looking ahead to 2026, what will define success for retailers who fully embrace in-store media versus those who don't?CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.comFMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.comSheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/Rhea Raj's Website: http://rhearaj.comLara Raj in Katseye: https://www.katseye.world/DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast episode is provided for general informational purposes only. By listening to our episode, you understand that no information contained in thi CPGGUYS LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other damages arising out of any individual's use of, reference to, or inability to use this podcast or the information we presented in this podcast.

In this classic episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter welcome Joe Davis to the show, Managing Director and Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and author of "The Generous Leader." Listen in as Davis shares insights from his extensive career, emphasizing the importance of feedback, vulnerability, and inclusivity in leadership. He recounts his experiences at Proctor and Gamble, BCG, and his role in bringing the 50th Super Bowl to San Francisco with a focus on community impact. Davis also discusses his book, which outlines seven traits of generous leadership, advocating for a leadership style that fosters growth and potential in others. Tune in to learn more about the value of listening, authenticity, and small acts of recognition in effective leadership.Additional Links & Resources:Check out The Generous Leader: https://www.amazon.com/Generous-Leader-Ways-Yourself-Everyones/dp/1523006617Learn more about Boston Consulting Group: https://www.bcg.com/Connect with Joe: www.linkedin.com/in/joedavis131Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purposeLearn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listenThis episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter and produced by Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/generous-leadership-action-insights-feedback-vulnerability-inclusivity-lwp113

Rich Lesser, BCG's global chair, and Martin Reeves, chairman of the BCG Henderson Institute, reflect on the shocks and surprises that shaped the first half of the decade and what they reveal about the future. They explore the traits leaders need today: building trust, staying geopolitically aware, and adopting AI in a people-centered way.Learn More:Rich Lesser: https://on.bcg.com/4lZrWlaMartin Reeves: https://on.bcg.com/4lXaAVXWinning in the 20s: https://on.bcg.com/4lpe1ooWinning the '20s: A Leadership Agenda for the Next Decade: https://on.bcg.com/40iscDsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

Lance Katigbak, Principal at BCG Manila, joins Jeremy Au to break down why Filipino households, not individuals, are the true drivers of economic decisions in the Philippines. Drawing from BCG's large scale research on the Filipino family, they explore how family structures shape spending, saving, and borrowing behavior, and why health risk sits at the center of financial anxiety. The conversation covers multi earner and extended households, the role of informal lending, and how overseas Filipino workers remain deeply involved in family decisions from abroad. Lance also explains why most products miss the market by designing for individuals, and how companies can unlock real opportunity by building for the household instead. 03:25 Filipino families fall into six major structures: Nuclear families make up less than half of households, with one earner, dual earner, and multi earner families each representing about a third of the population. 09:07 Informal lenders understand households better than banks: Five six lenders assess family level ability to repay, unlike formal finance that underwrites individuals. 13:01 Debt is driven by medical necessity: Paying off debt is the top priority for the poorest families, with health emergencies as the main trigger for borrowing. 18:35 Overseas Filipino workers anchor household budgets: OFWs send home most of their income and remain actively involved in family decisions through constant communication. 23:17 The Filipino dream centers on family security: Top goals are financial protection against health shocks and starting small stable businesses. 29:16 Spending roles differ by gender: Women often manage savings and budgets while men more often handle investments and hardware purchases. 32:04 Families seek modest upgrades, not luxury: Aspirations focus on stress free groceries, affordable dining out, and daily stability rather than status. Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/lance-katigbak-filipino-money-decisions WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea Spotify English: https://open.spotify.com/show/4TnqkaWpTT181lMA8xNu0T Bahasa Indonesia: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vs8t6qPo0eFb4o6zOmiVZ Chinese: https://open.spotify.com/show/20AGbzHhzFDWyRTbHTVDJR Vietnamese: https://open.spotify.com/show/0yqd3Jj0I19NhN0h8lWrK1 YouTube  English: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyAu?sub_confirmation=1 Apple Podcast  English: https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/brave-southeast-asia-tech-singapore-indonesia-vietnam/id1506890464 #PhilippineEconomy #FilipinoFamilies #HouseholdDecisions #HealthRisk #OFWLife #FinancialBehavior #EmergingMarkets #FamilyFirst #SEATech #BRAVEpodcast

Nel 1964 un camion carico di dischi freno inglesi destinati ad Alfa Romeo si ribalta lungo la strada. Lì vicino, un'officina fondata da Emilio Bombassei con i figli Sergio e Alberto e il cognato Italo Breda, è pronta ad aiutarli. Non solo li riparano rimettendoli in sesto ma li fanno funzionare meglio di prima: è da qui che nasce la storia di Brembo, oggi leader del settore nello sviluppo e nella produzione di impianti frenanti. Brembo è la prima impresa che raccontiamo in questo nuovo spin off di Actually, realizzato in collaborazione con BCG, in cui ripercorriamo le storia delle aziende italiane che hanno fatto la Storia industriale del nostro Paese. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Double Tap Episode 441 This episode of Double Tap is brought to you by: Blue Alpha, Midwest Industries, Gideon Optics, Primary Arms, Die Free Co., and Mitchell Defense   Welcome to Double Tap, episode 441! Your hosts tonight are Jeremy Pozderac, Aaron Krieger, Nick Lynch, and me Shawn Herrin, welcome to the show! Text Dear WLS or Reviews +1 743 500 2171 - Dear WLS ThreeRaccoons InnaTrenchCoat - What programs do Shawn, Nick and Savage use for 3D modeling? Are they subscription based or free? I would like to dive into 3D modeling but don't really want to pay a subscription. A one-time fee would be okay i suppose. Tuul Steele - "I was thinking Hard the other day about that long, cylindrical reciprocating part of an Assault Railer - 15 and it got me curious (bi-curious) about steel selection for a BCG. YES, I know all steel is not created equally Jeremy, but in the case of the BCG which does the cast recommend and which is just more expensive for no reason. Not talking coatings, although you can add that to the pot, I am mainly referring to the materials; Carpenter 158 aka "The Thing", 9310 aka "The Beverly Hills BCG", or S7 Tool Steel aka "The Audi Tool". Love the show and the cast. You guys are keeping me topside on long days. Keep up the good work. Also just buy Aaron a huffy with a baseball card in the spokes and call it a day. Toss in a bottle of Malort for the basket on the handle bars. #WLSisLife #shootstraight" Plow Guy Dave - What do you think will be the cool, new trend at SHOT Show this year? Do you think that there will be an influx of NFA stuff like SBR's, SBS's and suppressors since the One Big Beautiful Bill will be active? I know you guys don't go to SHOT anymore, but what would you like to see come out? John B - So I was listening to the AR-15 podcast and Dauly keeps saying you need to buy mags in “generational wealth” volume. What is it that you guys think is the appropriate number of mags to have for your rifle and pistol? Do I really need to have 10 mags minimum? Gus Gus - Hello people and Aaron, What one thing do you each think we do or use or teach in the firearms space that we will one day look back on and say “wow, I can't believe we let that happen” (besides letting Aaron speak). Could be anything from gear to training to lawfare practices. For myself, I think open emitter red dots on concealed carry guns will be looked at as weird and genX level fuddery and anyone who uses one will always feel like explaining it away like Jeremy does with iron sights. Thanks guys and Aaron Unfit for Human Consumption - What software would you recommend for tracking a gun collection? I have (only) a few dozen guns, and have been using "NMCollector" since about 2005, and it meets my needs. It is now $15/year which is very reasonable, and a "lifetime" activation is less than 85-bucks. A quick search on the interwebs for alternatives reveals "ArmoryBook" which is $200/yr for up to 50 records, and "GunTrack" which is $100/yr for up to 100 records; both are way over budget for my needs. Are there other softwares I'm not aware of that you'd recommend? I don't keep pictures generally, and all I really need to track is make, model, caliber, description, year & country of manufacture, source, cost, appraised value, etc for insurance records and for my wife to cash in on this "401(G)uns" fund when I'm gone (hopefully not for several decades). Or should I just create an Excel spreadsheet? Sunshine Shooter - Forced Reset triggers seem to be a commercially available thing now, but I'm having trouble keeping track of what is out there. What forced reset triggers/super safeties do you recommend I look into getting for a poor man's MP5 I'm planning on putting together? Matthew P - Just bought a 5 inch VFM-9 from Foxtrot Mike. What accessories would you add to this if you are going to keep it as a backpack gun? Suppressor? Flip up sights and/or red dot/prism? sling? anything else?   The winner of this week's swag pack is Gus Gus! To win your own, go to welikeshooting.com/dashboard and submit a question!   Gun Industry News Cops Pick New Echelon Guns Henderson PD picked Springfield Armory's Echelon 9mm pistols (full-size 4.5F and compact 4.0C) as new duty guns after tough tests. Special modular grips fit all hand sizes, ambidextrous controls, optics-ready, 20-round mags. Every officer passed quals first try—first time ever. Boosts gun community's cred for civilian carry. Available now. New S&W .360 Buckhammer Rifle Out Now Smith & Wesson Model 1854 lever-action rifle now in .360 Buckhammer caliber for straight-wall hunting states. Mixes classic lever feel with modern Picatinny rail, M-LOK slots, 20-inch barrel. Hits medium/large game with low recoil. MSRP $1399. Available now. POF-USA Wins Big Rifle Deal for Asia POF-USA wins contract to supply Renegade rifles in .300 Blackout with 8-inch barrels to Asian client. Special: E² dual-extraction, roller cam pin, heat sink nut for reliability and heat control in suppressed ops. Boosts POF's global sales. Not for civilian sale. Germany Picks CZ P-10 C as New Gun Germany's army picked the CZ P-10C OR FDE pistol as its new P13 service gun, replacing the old HK USP from 1994. It's a 9mm striker-fired model with 15-round mag, 4-inch barrel, 26 oz weight, optic-ready slide in flat dark earth finish—beats Glock and Arex in competition. Huge win boosts CZ's rep; big order expected from Czech plant. Not yet in production for delivery. Colt Wins M4A1 and Suppressor Deal Colt got a $12.93M contract for M4A1 carbines, suppressors, and flash hiders for Israel via US Foreign Military Sales. Special: Includes suppressors, now common for stealth. Boosts Colt's gun community rep as key military supplier. Product not available now. Ruger Wins Patent for Double Stack .22LR Magazines Ruger patented a double-stack .22LR magazine for 22/45 pistols. It uses single-feed that splits to two columns, rotating rims sideways to center bullets—special for rimfire without bulky design. Fits current frames as aftermarket, no background check needed. Boosts gun community with higher capacity. Broader for .22 WMR, .30-30, 7.62x54R. Not available yet. New HK VP9A1 X: Perfect Size and Power Heckler & Koch launched VP9A1 X pistol, blending compact 4-inch slide from K model with full-size F frame for 17-round capacity. Fills gap between compact and full-size with A1 upgrades like better grip and trigger. MSRP $1,049 or $1,399 optics-ready. Available now. Gun fans get factory crossover size matching original VP9 but improved.   Before we let you go - Join Gun Owners of America   Tell your friends about the show and get backstage access by joining the Gun Cult at theguncult.com.   No matter how tough your battle is today, we want you here fight with us tomorrow. Don't struggle in silence, you can contact the suicide prevention line by dialing 988 from your phone. Remember - Always prefer Dangerous Freedom over peaceful slavery. We'll see you next time!   Nick - @busbuiltsystems | Bus Built Systems Jeremy - @ret_actual | Rivers Edge Tactical Aaron - @machinegun_moses Savage - @savage1r Shawn - @dangerousfreedomyt | @camorado.cam | Camorado

En este episodio hablamos con Juliana Sguerra, Managing director y Senior Partner en Boston Consulting Group, una de las líderes mas importantes que conforman la oficina de BCG en Bogotá. Hablamos sobre su trayectoria académica, profesional, y el impacto que Juliana ha generado a lo largo de más de 20 años de carrera en el mundo de la consultoría. Es un episodio lleno de enseñanzas y consejos para las personas que les interese hacer parte de una firma de consultoría tan grande como lo es BCG.

Ce mardi 23 décembre, Frédéric Simottel a reçu Antoine Gourevitch, global lead deep tech BCG ; Philippe Dewost, fondateur de Phileos et cofondateur de Wanadoo ; Xavier Perret, directeur Azure - Microsoft France et Pays-Bas ; Guillaume Grallet, journaliste Au Point, dans l'émission Tech&Co Business sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission le samedi et réécoutez la en podcast.

On this week's episode of The Origins Podcast, I ended up in a place I genuinely never expected to go: the humble “like” button. When the idea first landed in my inbox, my reaction was basically, why on Earth would anyone write a whole book about that? Then I spoke with Martin Reeves, and I discovered that the history of this tiny icon is a surprisingly rich window into innovation, entrepreneurship, human psychology, and the modern attention economy.Martin is a senior figure at BCG's Henderson Institute, but what made the conversation especially fun for me is that he is not a consultant who wandered into science. He has a background in science, and then wandered into the world of strategy, technology, and ideas, and he approaches the “like” button the way I wish more people approached our digital world: with curiosity, skepticism, and a willingness to follow evidence across disciplines.The central irony, of course, is that the “like” button began as an almost laughably small, practical solution. In the story Martin and his coauthor reconstructs, it is often less about a single inventor than about a messy ecosystem of micro innovations, technical constraints, and cultural accidents. Yet those small choices compound. The result is that something as simple as a handful of code became a universal signal that helped shape social media, transformed advertising, and created feedback loops that are now baked into the infrastructure of daily life.We also dig into why it works so well on us. The mechanisms are not mysterious in the abstract, they are biological and social, but the scale is unprecedented. Approval and recognition are ancient. Industrialized approval is new. And once you start thinking that way, you notice how these same feedback dynamics are spreading into new domains, including the tools we now use to interact with AI.This conversation surprised me, and I suspect it will surprise you too. Indeed, if you are like me, and wondered why the like-button is worth discussing, you will be surprised to learn how much of the modern world is quietly organized around it. You can listen on any podcast platform, watch on YouTube, or view ad free on Substack. And if you are tempted at the end, well, you may even find yourself clicking the very thing we spend the episode dissecting.You can listen on any podcast platform, watch on YouTube, or view ad free on Substack. And if you are tempted at the end, well, you may even find yourself clicking the very thing we spend the episode dissecting.As always, an ad-free video version of this podcast is also available to paid Critical Mass subscribers. Your subscriptions support the non-profit Origins Project Foundation, which produces the podcast. The audio version is available free on the Critical Mass site and on all podcast sites, and the video version will also be available on the Origins Project YouTube. Get full access to Critical Mass at lawrencekrauss.substack.com/subscribe

Join us as we talk to Shantanu Gangal, the CEO of Prodigal about their story.Shantanu earned his B.Tech in Computer Science from IIT Bombay in 2009 and an MBA from The Wharton School in 2013. He then worked at BCG, Blackstone, and Fundbox before founding Prodigal in 2018.

In this special year-end episode of BCG on Compliance, host Hanjo Seibert is joined by co-host Katharina Hefter, Global Lead for Compliance and Crisis Management at BCG, to reflect on the themes and conversations that shaped the podcast this year.They revisit key topics including the rise of AI-enabled fraud and deepfakes, the growing tension between profit and compliance within organizations, and the importance of culture, incentives, and leadership in ethical decision-making.Drawing on insights from previous guests on the podcast we explore how financial crime is evolving, and what compliance teams must focus on as they look ahead to 2026.About the Show:BCG on Compliance is a podcast from Boston Consulting Group that explores today's most pressing criminal trends and how compliance experts are adapting to counter those threats.As financial crimes become increasingly sophisticated, compliance can no longer be just a checkbox. It's emerged as a transformative force in every industry, reshaping practices in ethics, risk management, money laundering and cyber security. On BCG on Compliance, we dive deep into the extraordinary minds that are driving that change.Hosted by Hanjo Seibert, a leading expert in compliance, anti-financial crime and fraud, BCG on Compliance features interviews with heavy-hitters propelling compliance to the forefront of the industry. From crime prevention gurus to ethics champions, we'll ask provocative questions and bring you rich insights from the global players shaping the future of compliance, all in a dynamic and compact 20-minute episode.Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the field, BCG on Compliance is your quick, comprehensive guide. Join us as we explore the profound ways compliance is altering industries around the globe. And connect with us at bcgoncompliance@bcg.comNew episodes are released monthly. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.Show Links:Hanjo Seibert LinkedInKatharina Hefter LinkedInBCG LinkedInBCG website

Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. As we close out the year 2025, it's clear that the pharmaceutical and biotech industries have experienced a period of significant transformation. This year has been marked by groundbreaking drug approvals, strategic partnerships, and a focus on innovative therapies that promise to redefine patient care.One of the standout achievements this year comes from GlaxoSmithKline, which received approval from the U.S. FDA for its ultra-long-acting biologic, Exdensur, aimed at treating severe asthma with an eosinophilic phenotype in adolescents and adults. This approval underscores the growing trend toward personalized medicine and biologics, offering new hope for patients with chronic respiratory conditions by providing more sustainable and personalized treatment options.In the oncology sector, Merck's Keytruda and Astellas Pharma's Padcev have demonstrated significant overall survival benefits when used as perioperative treatments for cisplatin-eligible muscle-invasive bladder cancer. This combination therapy of a PD-1 checkpoint inhibitor and an antibody-drug conjugate highlights the evolving landscape of cancer treatment, emphasizing the role of immunotherapy and targeted therapies in improving patient outcomes in challenging cancer subtypes.However, not all developments have been positive. Hansa Biopharma faced challenges with its kidney transplant drug, imlifidase. Despite success in kidney transplant trials, it failed to achieve desired results in treating anti-glomerular basement membrane disease. This serves as a reminder of the complexities involved in drug repurposing efforts within autoimmune diseases.Alnylam Pharmaceuticals announced a significant investment to enhance its Norton, Massachusetts facility into a dedicated site for small interfering RNA (siRNA) production. This move reflects the industry's shift towards RNA-based therapies that offer targeted gene-silencing capabilities and positions Alnylam at the forefront of RNAi therapeutics production.In another promising development, ImmunityBio reported positive data from its QUILT-3.032 study on Anktiva for BCG-unresponsive non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer with high-grade papillary disease. The potential expansion of Anktiva's use reinforces the importance of personalized immunotherapies in oncology.The launch of Ambros Therapeutics with $125 million in Series A funding highlights efforts to develop non-opioid pain medications already approved abroad. This initiative addresses chronic pain management without relying on opioids, potentially advancing analgesic therapies amidst the ongoing opioid crisis.In China, Fosun Pharma's acquisition of a majority stake in Green Valley Pharmaceuticals aims to revive a controversial seaweed-derived Alzheimer's medication. Despite skepticism over its efficacy, this investment signals continued innovation efforts amid growing demand for effective Alzheimer's treatments.Siemens Healthineers' partnership with Alzpath to incorporate pTau-217 antibodies into its Atellica immunoassay platforms marks a significant step forward in Alzheimer's diagnostics. This collaboration aims to enhance biomarker detection capabilities crucial for early diagnosis and intervention strategies in neurodegenerative diseases.On the strategic front, Bristol Myers Squibb entered into a substantial research agreement with Harbour BioMed valued at up to $1.1 billion. This deal underscores Big Pharma's ongoing pursuit of alliances to advance therapeutic pipelines and antibody technologies.Finally, Cencora's acquisition of OneOncology for $5 billion underscores consolidation trends within specialty practice networks. By valuing OneOncology at $7.4 billion, this acquisition reflects the growing importance of integrated oncology care models and collaborative netSupport the show

Many companies have a blind spot when it comes to serving women. In fields from health care to financial services, they often treat women just like men—even though their needs are very different. BCG's Alex Friedman and Trish Stroman share tangible steps leaders can take today to better serve women—who are responsible for up to 80% of spending. Organizations that are best positioned won't guess what women want—they'll co-create with them and design for real needs. Learn More: Alex Friedman: https://on.bcg.com/3XW4lry Trish Stroman: https://on.bcg.com/3KSkJWU Closing the Menopause Care Gap: The Next Frontier in Women's Health https://on.bcg.com/4oWSkNo BCG's Latest Thinking on the Healthcare Industry: https://on.bcg.com/3KXXCdH BCG's Innovate Her: https://on.bcg.com/3KSqiVs Chapters: 00:00-00:57 Introduction 00:58-02:26 Why don't businesses successfully target and serve women? 02:27-03:30 Why is women's health still underinvested in? 03:31-05:04 Why has momentum shifted? 05:05-06:06 How big of an economic opportunity is this? 06:07-07:06 Where are the most immediate areas businesses can create value? 07:07-08:30 How can you scan your business for opportunities? 08:31-09:21 What do leaders say are the biggest opportunities and stumbling blocks? 09:22-11:50 Upcoming innovations that could solve problems for female consumers 11:51-12:58 What sectors have the most to gain from targeting female consuemrs? 12:59-14:13 What businesses are excelling? 14:14-16:03 Is there enough investment in this space? 16:04-17:52 What's the productivity and talent cost when women aren't supported? 17:53-19:38 How to persuade a board that this is worth investing resources in 19:39-21:04 The ‘Now What' 21:05-21:15 Outro This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

After more than four years of meaningful conversations, In Her Ellement is taking a pause. We're so grateful to everyone who listened, shared, and grew with us.While we reflect on what comes next, we invite you to explore other BCG podcasts—like Imagine This, a show that helps leaders think about possible futures for our world and their businesses.Explore all of BCG's podcasts here.About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn't just arrived—you were truly in your element?About The Hosts:Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders.Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030.Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.

#MentorshipPodcast #FinanceCareer #ConsultingJourney #BCG #Vision2030 #CareerGrowth #InternationalBusiness #leadershiplessons Claudio shares his incredible global journey — from starting in European finance and insurance, to working on Vision 2030 transformation projects in Saudi Arabia, and later joining BCG in management consulting. His story is a masterclass in adaptability, mentorship, and lifelong learning across borders.

Networking calls/coffee chats are tricky. You should not be following the advice found for general recruitment. We insist our clients network with partners so most of the advice we provide is for networking with McKinsey and BCG partners. The reality is that partners are best equipped, and most influential, to assess a unique profile and make a judgement call on the spot. The danger is that if you do not impress the partner, you are very unlikely to go anywhere with further networking. The more atypical your profile, though, the greater the need to network with a partner, and the benefits far outweigh the risks.   Here are some free gifts for you: Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/OverallApproach   McKinsey & BCG winning resume free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf   Enjoying this episode? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

Send us a textWhere do McKinsey, Bain, and BCG consultants go after they leave?We analyzed 1,600+ MBB exits to build a live map of where opportunity is compounding — and which skills the market is paying a premium for.In this episode, Namaan breaks down the 2025 MBB Exit Opportunity Analysis and the 5 trends shaping where consultants go next.You'll learn:The top industries hiring ex-MBB in 2025Why most exits go private (not public)Which roles accelerate the move into operating leadershipHow to choose: product, capital, or CEO proximityDownload the full report for free here.Additional Resources:Download free 2025 MBB Exit Opportunity Analysis reportReach out to Namaan: namaan@managementconsulted.comPartner Links:Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 10% off with code SIMPLIFIED-10Connect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Help us celebrate our very own Georgie Frost, who earned the Bronze Lovie Award for Best Podcast Host thanks to her outstanding work on The So What from BCG!Georgie was also a finalist for the People's Lovie Award for Best Podcast Host. The Lovie Awards are the European cousin of the Webby Awards, celebrating the best of the best across the continent. If you'd like to send a warm note, a congratulatory message, or simply an email full of emoji confetti, please send an email to thesowhat@bcg.com.Congratulations to Georgie and thank you all for making the podcast a success!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

This EAUN edition of EAU Podcasts presents the latest update of the intravesical instillation guidelines, featuring insights from experts Bente Thoft Jensen RN, PhD, Susanne Vahr Lauridsen RN, PhD, and Lisbeth Leinum RN, PhD.They discuss the key recommendations and changes since the previous version, as well as the impact on clinical practice, and how nurses and patients benefit from the guidelines. They also outline the evidence-based development process of the guidelines and highlight the focus on nurse and patient safety, education, risk stratification and management of complications. The speakers emphasise growing evidence on managing side effects and the increasing attention to patient perspectives and quality of life.A key message is the importance of improving patient adherence and ensuring nurses understand the differences between BCG and Mitomycin to maintain safety.-----Host: Lisbeth Leinum, EAUN board memberSpeakers: Bente Thoft Jensen, RN, senior researcher, chair of the Bladder Cancer SIG and the guideline panel; Susanne Vahr Lauridsen, RN, senior researcher, member of the guidelines panel.-----For more EAU podcasts, please go to your favourite podcast app and subscribe to our podcast channel for regular updates: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, EAU YouTube channel.

What if you could test your business strategy in days instead of months? That's what Kate O'Keeffe, CEO and Co‑Founder of Heatseeker, makes possible. From building the first AI‑powered platform for market experimentation to helping companies validate strategy, positioning, and buyer demand at lightning speed, Kate's career is all about turning bold ideas into measurable results. Former BCG Partner and Silicon Valley innovator, she's here to show how AI is rewriting the rules of testing ideas — fast, smart, and with real data. What You'll Learn How AI and Heatseeker enable companies to validate strategy, positioning, and buyer demand in days instead of months Why traditional surveys and panels are unreliable and how real-time experimentation can replace them The importance of starting experimentation early in the funnel to uncover hidden customer desires How to balance speed and rigor when testing ideas and avoid misleading results Ways to foster a culture of experimentation where data informs thousands of daily marketing micro-decisions Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:38) Why AI is changing brand strategy (01:41) Heatseeker explained and the problem with traditional surveys (05:17) Common mistakes in testing and the role of AI (10:23) Balancing speed with rigor in experiments (14:12) Creating a culture of experimentation without chaos (19:42) The future of AI-driven market experimentation (23:53) A brand that made Kate smile recently and how to connect Kate O'Keeffe is the CEO and Co-Founder of Heatseeker, the first AI-powered platform for market experimentation that helps companies validate strategy, positioning, and buyer demand in days instead of months. She spent a decade in Silicon Valley founding CHILL, Cisco's global co-innovation lab, and launching high-impact ventures for Fortune 100 companies at startup speed. A former Partner at BCG, Kate has advised executives and boards on innovation, growth, and digital transformation, delivering hundreds of millions in business value. She also serves on the board of Birchal and as a non-executive director for Naked Ambition and CircleOf, Inc. What Brand Has Made Kate Smile? L'Oreal impressed Kate with its recent work in the refill movement, turning sustainability into a movement people want to join. She loved how the brand tapped into the human need to feel like part of something bigger and clever messaging that invites consumers to “be a recycler” rather than simply recycle. Links & Resources Connect with Kate on LinkedIn. Check out the Heatseeker website. Watch or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon/Audible, TuneIn, and iHeart. Rate and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to help others find the show. Share this episode — email a friend or colleague this episode. Sign up for my free Story Strategies newsletter for branding and storytelling tips. On Brand is a part of the Marketing Podcast Network. Until next week, I'll see you on the Internet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you guide a workforce through the fastest shift in technology most of us have seen in our careers? That question shaped my conversation with David Martin from BCG, who works at the intersection of talent, culture, and AI. He joined me from New York, with Amelia listening in, and quickly painted a clear picture of what is really happening inside global enterprises right now. We started with the widening split between AI fluent teams and those stuck in endless pilots. David explained why the organizations getting results are the ones doing fewer things with far greater ambition. Many others scatter energy across small use cases, save minutes instead of hours, and never reach a scale where value becomes visible. Training surfaced early as one of the biggest gaps. Not surface level workshops, but the deeper hands-on learning that helps people change how they work. David described why frontline teams lag behind, why engineers still miss major capabilities, and how leadership behaviour dramatically affects adoption. Curiosity and communication play a bigger role than most expect. We explored the move from isolated AI experiments to real workflow transformation. David shared examples from engineering, customer service, and operations where companies are finally seeing measurable results. He also explained why agents remain underused, with hesitation, data quality, and unfamiliarity still slowing progress. Shadow AI added another layer, with half of workers already using tools outside corporate systems. The conversation returned often to people. David outlined BCG's 10-20-70 rule, showing why technology is never the main bottleneck. Culture, roles, and process make or break outcomes. Leaders who provide clarity and a sense of direction see faster adoption. Those who remain hesitant create uncertainty that spreads across teams almost instantly. As we looked toward 2026, David shared cautious optimism. He sees huge potential in areas like healthcare and sustainability, along with a wave of workflow redesign that will reshape daily work. His own learning habits are simple, from podcasts to regular reading, and driven by a desire to set a strong example for his children as they grow into a world shaped by AI. If you want a grounded view of where AI is genuinely delivering change, this conversation offers rare clarity. What resonates with you most from David's perspective, and how will you approach your own learning in the year ahead? I would love to hear your thoughts.   Tech Talks Daily is Sponsored By Denodo. To learn more, visit denodo.com

On this episode, Gasper Crepinsek joins the podcast. He is a former BCG consultant who walked away from a 6-figure corporate career to join the AI revolution. Now he helps entrepreneurs cut soul-sucking work and run their businesses up to 3x faster with AI. He combines his consulting background with hands-on experimentation to help founders […] The post 413: 10 ChatGPT Prompt Hacks Only Top 1% of Power Users Know first appeared on Persuasion by the Pint.

Maribel Lopez reports live from AWS re:Invent 2025 in Las Vegas, unpacking why the AI experimentation phase is officially over. With statistics that say 95% of AI projects are failing and enterprise budgets tightening, 2026 demands production-quality AI—not more proof-of-concepts. This episode explores the critical shift from building agents to deploying them safely at scale.Key ThemesThe Reality Check (2025 Recap)MIT study reveals 95% AI project failure rateMcKinsey and BCG document widespread implementation strugglesBoard-level AI initiatives now demand real ROI, not just innovation theaterThe POC gold rush is over—experimentation budgets are drying upAgentic AI Grows Up The conversation has evolved from "can we build agents?" to "can we trust them in production?" Three critical roadblocks:Security & Orchestration: How agents interact without creating vulnerabilitiesPolicy & Governance: Preventing rogue agents and establishing guardrailsObservability: Real-time monitoring to ensure agents perform as intendedAWS re:Invent 2025 HighlightsAgent Core ImprovementsEnhanced policy frameworks defining agent boundaries and permissionsHuman-in-the-loop controls for high-stakes decisionsBetter cross-stack orchestration for multi-agent workflowsThe Discoverability ProblemAWS Marketplace now features natural language searchUpload requirements documents instead of filling rigid formsAI-suggested prompts help non-technical users navigate complex decisionsSmarter filtering for nuanced needs (performance vs. cost vs. compliance)The Full-Stack MaturityRecognition that AI "takes a village"—no single vendor owns the entire stackGrowing emphasis on open standards (A2A, MCP) for SaaS integrationTools designed for all skill levels, not just data scientistsKey TakeawayEnterprise AI in 2026 isn't about doing more—it's about doing it right. The winners will be organizations that prioritize governance, observability, and practical deployment over flashy demos.Host: Maribel LopezRecorded: AWS re:Invent, Las Vegas, December 2025Follow-up: Stay tuned for next week's deep-dive episode with demos and vendor interviews

In November 2019, Margo Wickersham noticed blood in her urine.  Three months later, she was diagnosed with two types of bladder cancer.  After an aggressive chemotherapy regimen, she underwent a radical cystectomy and a hysterectomy in June 2020, resulting in the removal of her bladder, uterus and ovaries, all this during the quarantine phase of the COVID pandemic.   Ever since, Margo has been cancer-free, but she had to get fitted with a stoma bag and had to learn how to manage it.  The bag is an annoyance, but she considers it a small price to pay in order to stay alive.   When Margo first noticed blood in her urine, she sought medical attention, thinking she had a urinary tract infection.  It turned out she didn't have a UTI, but she still thought something was wrong.  She underwent a cystoscopy, which captured a photo of a cauliflower-shaped tumor in her bladder.  Next up was a biopsy, which indicated she had Stage One bladder cancer.  Her urologist prescribed BCG immunotherapy.   Margo sought a second opinion and her doctor ruled out BCG, because further probing turned up a second type of bladder cancer, plasmacytoid, and said it could not be addressed with BCG.  He called for an aggressive chemotherapy regimen.  He also said in addition to a radical cystectomy, which would remove Margo's bladder, he said a hysterectomy would be necessary, a procedure that would remove her uterus and ovaries.   Both were performed in June 2020.  Because that was during the quarantine phase of the COVID pandemic, neither Margo's husband nor members of her family could visit her.   After the procedures, Margo was cancer-free.  However, her life would never be the same after she had to wear a stoma bag into which her urine would go.  Sometimes the bag leaks when filled beyond its capacity.  She accepts this as her new normal and says she can deal with it, but has to think ahead in terms of access to a bathroom.   By way of advice, Margo says one's primary emotion should be that of hope and not stress.   Additional Resources:   Support Group:   Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network  https://www.bcan.org   Margo's Book, available on Amazon and Kindle:  Gratitude in the Storm – When Not Dying Is Enough to Keep Fighting   Margo's merchandise line: www.ThriverSurvivor.shop, with a portion of the revenue going to the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network, to fund bladder cancer research

What happens when AI meets your most human processes like hiring, feedback, and development? Alicia Pittman, BCG's global people chair, shares how the firm uses AI to amplify human strengths, not replace them. From building trust to rethinking management roles, she offers a roadmap for leaders navigating AI-powered change. Learn More: Alicia Pittman: https://on.bcg.com/4pcZ2Qs BCG's Latest Thinking on People Strategy: https://on.bcg.com/43X5rGT A Promise That Brings AI to Life Responsibly: https://on.bcg.com/4anxsLC Chapters: 00:00-00:56 Introduction/Alicia's ‘So What' 00:57-02:18 Lessons from BCG's AI journey 02:19-05:24 Where is AI being used at BCG in people management? 05:25-07:08 What challenges has BCG faced? 07:09-08:04 What didn't work at first? 08:05-09:43 How do you measure success with AI? 09:44-13:10 What are the biggest concerns for leaders at other companies? 13:11-14:56 What has to stay human? 14:57-15:40 What does a human in the loop look like for BCG? 15:41-18:50 Should you act now or wait and see how AI plays out? 18:51-21:38 How is AI reshaping how we learn? 21:39-21:59 Advice for leaders 22:00-22:50 Alicia's ‘Now What' 22:51-23:06 Outro This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

Send us a textIn this BCG case interview, ex-BCG Principal and case coach Tauseef Charanya leads a live, candidate-led walkthrough of an airline profitability case: should the client switch to credit-card-only in-flight payments?Follow along as Bao works through clarifying questions, a customized profitability framework, structured math, and a clear final recommendation — plus hear Tauseef's expert coaching on what “good” looks like at BCG.Learn how to:Build a tailored framework under pressureNavigate candidate-led case flow with confidenceTurn math, exhibits, and insights into a strong “so what”Whether you're prepping for BCG or any consulting interview, this session shows how to think, communicate, and problem-solve like a top-tier candidate.Work with Tauseef:See Tauseef's coaching calendarPurchase the Black Belt case prep program for 1:1 coaching with Tauseef (8-10 hours)Connect on LinkedInAdditional Resources:Watch more MBB case demos on YouTubePartner Links:Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025Listen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Thanks to Prosus Group for collaborating on the Agents in Production Virtual Conference 2025.Abstract //The discussion centers on highly technical yet practical themes, such as the use of advanced post-training techniques like Direct Preference Optimization (DPO) and Parameter-Efficient Fine-Tuning (PEFT) to ensure LLMs maintain stability while specializing for e-commerce domains. We compare the implementation challenges of Computer-Using Agents in automating legacy enterprise systems versus the stability issues faced by conversational agents when inputs become unpredictable in production. We will analyze the role of cloud infrastructure in supporting the continuous, iterative training loops required by Reinforcement Learning-based agents for e-commerce!Bio // Paul van der Boor (Panel Host) //Paul van der Boor is a Senior Director of Data Science at Prosus and a member of its internal AI group.Arushi Jain (Panelist) // Arushi is a Senior Applied Scientist at Microsoft, working on LLM post-training for Computer-Using Agent (CUA) through Reinforcement Learning. She previously completed Microsoft's competitive 2-year AI Rotational Program (MAIDAP), building and shipping AI-powered features across four product teams.She holds a Master's in Machine Learning from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and a Dual Degree in Economics from IIT Kanpur. At Michigan, she led the NLG efforts for the Alexa Prize Team, securing a $250K research grant to develop a personalized, active-listening socialbot. Her research spans collaborations with Rutgers School of Information, Virginia Tech's Economics Department, and UCLA's Center for Digital Behavior.Beyond her technical work, Arushi is a passionate advocate for gender equity in AI. She leads the Women in Data Science (WiDS) Cambridge community, scaling participation in her ML workshops from 25 women in 2020 to 100+ in 2025—empowering women and non-binary technologists through education and mentorship.Swati Bhatia //Passionate about building and investing in cutting-edge technology to drive positive impact.Currently shaping the future of AI/ML at Google Cloud.10+ years of global experience across the U.S, EMEA, and India in product, strategy & venture capital (Google, Uber, BCG, Morpheus Ventures).Audi Liu //I'm passionate about making AI more useful and safe.Why? Because AI will be ubiquitous in every workflow, powering our lives just like how electricity revolutionized our society - It's pivotal we get it right.At Inworld AI, we believe all future software will be powered by voice. As a Sr Product Manager at Inworld, I'm focused on building a real-time voice API that empowers developers to create engaging, human-like experiences. Inworld offers state-of-the-art voice AI at a radically accessible price - No. 1 on Hugging Face and Artificial Analysis, instant voice cloning, rich multilingual support, real-time streaming, and emotion plus non-verbal control, all for just $5 per million characters.Isabella Piratininga //Experienced Product Leader with over 10 years in the tech industry, shaping impactful solutions across micro-mobility, e-commerce, and leading organizations in the new economy, such as OLX, iFood, and now Nubank. I began my journey as a Product Owner during the early days of modern product management, contributing to pivotal moments like scaling startups, mergers of major tech companies, and driving innovation in digital banking.My passion lies in solving complex challenges through user-centered product strategies. I believe in creating products that serve as a bridge between user needs and business goals, fostering value and driving growth. At Nubank, I focus on redefining financial experiences and empowering users with accessible and innovative solutions.

Danilo Zatta is the author of The Pricing Model Revolution, The 10 Rules of Highly Effective Pricing, and the new book Revenue Growth Management. He is recognized as one of LinkedIn's Top 5 Pricing Thought Leaders and brings decades of consulting experience from Accenture, Simon-Kucher, and BCG. His work is anchored in one simple insight: pricing is the "sunny side" of consulting. He shares real examples of companies that increased profit by cutting ineffective promotions and by detecting thousands of spare-part pricing outliers with AI. This episode explores pricing leadership, the CEO's role, the difference between pricing truth and framework preference, and why democratized pricing knowledge makes talent the true competitive advantage.   Why You Have to Check Out This Episode: Learn how AI spots hidden pricing outliers across hundreds of thousands of SKUs and turns them into instant profit. Discover why FMCG companies burn cash on promotions and how smart RGM frameworks finally fix it. Understand the real "truth" behind pricing frameworks and why people, not methodology, drive pricing success.   "Start the AI pricing journey—not by boiling the ocean—but by finding a use case that works, proves value, and then expand it." – Danilo Zatta   Topics Covered: 01:27 - How Dan Got Into Pricing. His shift from cost-cutting to pricing and why he calls it the "sunny side" of consulting. 06:57 - Freedom in Consulting Choices. Comparing Accenture, Simon-Kucher, and BCG—and why team chemistry matters most. 09:11 - Revenue Growth Management. How FMCG brands optimize trade terms, promos, and price architecture for profit. 11:55 - FMCG as B2B. Why FMCG selling to retailers is a pure B2B relationship with limited price control. 17:22 - Implicit Collusion in Airlines. How industries use public price signaling to influence competitor behavior. 19:13 - AI in Spare Parts Pricing. How AI identified major pricing outliers and delivered over €1M in quick wins. 24:42 - Why AI Beats Excel. AI's advantage in scale, complexity, and instant alerts across massive SKU sets. 27:15 - Starting Your AI Pricing Journey. Begin with one use case, prove it works, then expand—no perfect data needed.   Key Takeaways: "Pricing used to be specialized knowledge. Today it's democratized—so what differentiates you is the team, not the tools." – Danilo Zatta "If you're the market leader, you must act first. Smaller players can't reduce promotions until you do." – Danilo Zatta "Pricing is never boring because every industry has its own logic, levers, and constraints." – Danilo Zatta   Books by Danilo Zatta: The Pricing Model Revolution: https://www.amazon.it/Pricing-revolution-pricing-cambier%C3%A0-comprare/dp/8836010547/ The 10 Rules of Highly Effective Pricing: https://www.amazon.com/Rules-Highly-Effective-Pricing-Management/dp/1394195761 Revenue Growth Management: https://www.amazon.it/Revenue-Management-Manufacturing-Application-Industry/dp/3319807595/   Connect with Danilo Zatta: Website: https://www.danilozatta.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danilo-zatta  Books: https://www.danilozatta.com/books/    Connect with Mark Stiving: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving Email: mark@impactpricing.com  

Send us a textWant to land a consulting role in China? This episode breaks down what makes the 2025 recruiting process one of the most competitive and unique in the world.We cover:How applications, assessments, and interviews differ in mainland China vs. Hong KongWhy bilingual skills, academic strength, and international exposure matter more here than almost anywhere elseWhat to expect from digital assessments, group cases, and market-specific interview themes2025 salary benchmarks across McKinsey, Bain, BCG, OW, LEK, and moreFor the full playbook, download Management Consulted's 2025 China Recruitment Roadmap – free. It includes office-by-office insights, target schools, visa info, timelines, and a complete salary table for Shanghai, Beijing, and Hong Kong.Additional Resources:Join Black Belt for coaching, CV edits, and case prep tailored to China's competitive recruiting processFollow along on YouTubePartner Links:Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025Connect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

With the aim of restructuring & modernising India's largest defence firm- HAL, the govt has engaged Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The study by BCG is likely to be ready early next year. In #CutTheClutter Ep 1762, ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta looks at the low turnover, large order book of the state-run Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), govt's plan to revamp it, and confronting it with private sector for the first time.----more----

AI is rising on the agendas of global CEOs, according to the latest edition of the CEO Radar. But a surprising number of chief executives are still struggling to embed the technology into their businesses. On this episode of the CEO Radar Podcast, Edward Adams of Bloomberg Media Studios is joined by BCG Global Chair Rich Lesser and Vlad Lukić, BCG Global Leader of Tech and Digital Advantage, to explore how CEOs can compare themselves to their peers when it comes to corporate integration of AI. This episode is sponsored by BCG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI is rising on the agendas of global CEOs, according to the latest edition of the CEO Radar. But a surprising number of chief executives are still struggling to embed the technology into their businesses. On this episode of the CEO Radar Podcast, Edward Adams of Bloomberg Media Studios is joined by BCG Global Chair Rich Lesser and Vlad Lukić, BCG Global Leader of Tech and Digital Advantage, to explore how CEOs can compare themselves to their peers when it comes to corporate integration of AI. This episode is sponsored by BCG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, mining and commodities expert Mikhail Zeldovich joins host Constantin Kogan for a rare deep dive into the real engines of the global economy — critical minerals, geopolitics, and the future of resource investing.From BCG to Rio Tinto to negotiating in Beijing and analyzing assets in remote mining camps, Mikhail brings nearly two decades of on-the-ground experience across metals, energy transition, and global supply chains.He breaks down:⚒️ How he “accidentally” entered mining at BCG — and why he never left

In this special 20th-anniversary episode of Bladder Cancer Matters, host and survivor Rick Bangs sits down with leading urologic oncologist Dr. Sia Daneshmand to explore a new bladder cancer therapy: Johnson & Johnson's newly FDA-approved INLEXZO™. Dr. Daneshmand—who helped lead its clinical trials—breaks down how this "pretzel-shaped" intravesical delivery system works, why it's showing some of the highest response rates yet for BCG-unresponsive disease and what patients can realistically expect in terms of side effects, treatment schedule, and quality of life. Together, they discuss the future of drug-delivery technology in bladder cancer and why this moment can offer hope to bladder cancer patients.

In this episode of the Oncology Brothers podcast, we dived deep into the rapidly evolving landscape of non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) treatment. Joined by expert guests Dr. Joshua Meeks, a urologist from Northwestern University, and Dr. Shilpa Gupta, a medical oncologist from Cleveland Clinic, the discussion focused on the integration of immunotherapy into non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. Key topics included: The definition and characteristics of high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. Recent clinical trials, including the CREST and POTOMAC, exploring the combination of immunotherapy with BCG treatment. The evolving role of medical oncologists in managing NMIBC and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach. Patient-centered discussions on treatment options, event-free survival, and managing side effects of immunotherapy. Join us as we unpack the latest data and real-life scenarios in NMIBC, emphasizing the critical need for collaboration between urologists and medical oncologists to improve patient outcomes. Follow us on social media: ⁠X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/oncbrothers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncbrothers Website: https://oncbrothers.com/ Don't forget to like, subscribe, and check out our other episodes for more insights into the world of oncology! #NMIBC #BladderCancer #Immunotherapy #BCG #Urology #OncologyBrothers #GUCancer

Consumer companies are facing a new reality: demand is maturing, competition is intensifying, and generational preferences are diverging. Justin Vincent, part of BCG's leadership team for consumer and fashion, explains how businesses can avoid fading into the background by choosing a durable purpose, serving real consumer needs, and mastering digital discovery. Learn More: BCG's Latest Thinking on Consumer Products: https://on.bcg.com/4oLtmBB BCG on the Fashion Industry: https://on.bcg.com/4oJzSZh How Gen Z and Gen Alpha Are Rewiring the Fashion Industry: https://on.bcg.com/47LxcEH More on Fashion's Next Gen: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/christine-barton-486ab_retailleadership-genz-ai-activity-7395127354852839424-UpRu?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAACCYnPQBE42Xbwt6tSxmjChbfZwsa6uBvxcChapters: 00:00-01:19 Introduction/Justin's ‘So What' 01:20-02:32 The evolution of athleisure 02:33-03:46 Why has growth slowed? 03:47-04:56 Who is winning and will they continue to? 04:57-06:06 What is a ‘for purpose' mindset? 06:07-08:38 How are different generations served? 08:39-10:29 How do brands decide what markets to serve? 10:30-12:32 How can you make your brand stand out? 12:33-16:03 How should companies decide where to focus? 16:04-17:39 How do brands decide where to localize and where to stay consistent? 17:40-18:52 What can consumer companies learn from sportswear brands? 18:53-19:55 What are the biggest challenges the industry is facing? 19:56-21:24 Justin's ‘Now What' 21:25-21:38 Outro This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

Send us a textWhat's really happening behind the scenes in education consulting right now? In this panel, Ish (ex-BCG) sits down with Mark Finlan (Huron), Laura Brookhiser (L.E.K.), and Miriam El-Baz (Grant Thornton Stax) for a fast, unfiltered look at how top firms are navigating a rapidly shifting education landscape.You'll hear how these firms are responding to enrollment pressure, the return of standardized testing, AI's influence on academic integrity, and the growing role of private equity across the education ecosystem.The panel also shares clear, practical advice for anyone trying to break into education consulting in 2025 — including what actually makes candidates stand out in interviews.Each firm is hiring now. Click here to see open roles and prep resources to help you land your next offer.Additional Resources:Explore open roles at Grant Thornton Stax, Huron, and L.E.K.Join Black Belt for personalized coaching, digital assessment practice, and targeted prep to break into education consultingListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted team Listen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamCanada NowBold ideas with the people shaping Canada's next chapter.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Canada NowBold ideas with the people shaping Canada's next chapter.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textThe once-a-year All Access Pass flash sale is officially live — and it ends Monday, Nov. 17 at 11:59PM PT.For one weekend only, get 50% off the All Access Pass™ ($350 vs. $700), our complete DIY case-prep system used by candidates breaking into McKinsey, Bain, BCG, and top-tier firms.This year's sale is bigger than ever: a full McKinsey Solve practice test is included exclusively during the flash sale — and disappears once the sale ends.Inside All Access, you'll get: Practice digital assessments for McKinsey, Bain, and BCG600+ cases9 video courses10,000+ drills28 chatbot cases12 industry primers; expert case videosAnd moreThe flash sale ends Monday, Nov. 17 at 11:59PM PT. Grab the All Access Pass while it's live.Connect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textWhat does it take for an international, non-target student to land a full-time offer at MBB? Giovanni Coeli joins us to share the exact playbook he used to overcome visa hurdles, stand out as a non-target candidate, and earn his offer at BCG Miami.In this episode, Giovanni breaks down:His intentional networking systemHow he identified the right offices (and why Miami won)The diplomatic approach he used to build internal supportHis case prep strategy and go-to drillsThe biggest myths international and non-target candidates should ignoreIf you're aiming for McKinsey, Bain, or BCG from outside the U.S. or outside a target school, this conversation is your roadmap.Additional Resources:Level up your prep with Black Belt — includes 1:1 coaching, digital assessment practice tests, and personalized support from MBB coachesGet every case, drill, and recruiting resource in one place with the All Access Pass™Partner Links:Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025Listen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

La Chine s'est servie des terres rares pour contrer la guerre commerciale de Donald Trump alors que l'Europe industrielle et militaire a pris conscience de sa dépendance.Car Pékin domine le marché des terres rares, cruciales pour les technologies modernes, en contrôlant 60 % de l'extraction et 90 % du raffinage mondial. Les États-Unis et l'Europe intensifient leurs efforts pour réduire leur dépendance, notamment via des projets industriels et des lois sur les matériaux critiques. Dans « La Story », le podcast d'actualité des « Echos », Pierrick Fay et Etienne Goetz retracent les soubresauts de ce marché essentiel pour la technologie mondiale.« La Story » est un podcast des « Echos » présenté par Pierrick Fay. Cet épisode a été enregistré en novembre 2025. Rédaction en chef : Clémence Lemaistre. Invités : Etienne Goetz (journaliste au service Marchés des Echos) et Stéphane Crosnier (Managing director chez Inverto, groupe BCG). Réalisation : Willy Ganne. Musique : Théo Boulenger. Identité graphique : Upian. Photo : David Becker/Zuma/Sipa. Sons : BFM Business, LCP, TV5 Monde, RTBF Info.Retrouvez l'essentiel de l'actualité économique grâce à notre offre d'abonnement Access : abonnement.lesechos.fr/lastoryAnnonce politique : Le sponsor est Instagram, qui fait partie de Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd. Cette annonce est en lien avec les réflexions des États membres de l'UE en faveur d'une majorité numérique commune pour accéder aux services en ligne.Consulter toutes les informations relatives à la transparence sur https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/900/oj/eng Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Why don't more energy & resource companies have trading arms? For that matter, why don't more sectors trade? Chips, drugs even real estate? Why are CEOs reticent to set up trading platforms and what are the barriers to entry? What sectors would benefit most from trading? And more broadly, how have those firms who have launched trading arms in the energy and commodities trading sector fared over the last five years? How has this development both changed and shaped the opportunities out there? Our guest is Antti Belt, Partner at BCG, focused on commodities, and also a research fellow at the Henderson Institute. We are discussing his paper, alongside his colleagues, the hidden $3 trillion profit opportunity for CEOs, that by learning to think like traders and hedge funds, CEOs can tap value opportunities that are currently left on the table. To read the paper visit:https://www.bcg.com/publications/2025/hidden-3-trillion-profit-opportunity-for-ceos

Send us a textGetting into consulting as an MBA1 isn't luck – it's strategy. In this episode, Katie Neff – Management Consulted's Black Belt Advisor – walks through the exact roadmap to land an MBB consulting internship.With McKinsey, Bain, and BCG internship applications due November 13, now is the moment to take action. From crafting a standout consulting resume to building a smart networking plan and mastering case prep, Katie breaks down what separates successful candidates from the rest.Additional Resources:Prep smarter with our Black Belt program — includes digital assessment practice tests for MBBBuild a standout, MBB-ready resume using our free Consulting Resume TemplateSharpen your skills with our 600+ Case Library and master the 10–40 case rule Katie covers in this episodePartner Links:Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025Listen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

A CMO Confidential Interview with Andy Sack and Adam Brotman, Co-Founders and Co-CEO's of Forum 3, authors of the book AI First, previously at Microsoft and Starbucks. Adam and Andy discuss the exponential growth of LLM's in the 3 years since the Chat GPT launch, the rapid pace of consumer adoption and "why there's never been a bigger prize in capitalism." Key topics include: why the circular tie-ups between the models and chip providers may make sense, their belief that only 5% of companies are well underway; why you should use AI at least 10 times a day; and how the "current way of doing business" is the biggest blocker to progress. Tune in to hear 2026 predictions, why you should have a "family password," and how an AI Zoom scam resulted in a $20 million loss for the company. AI: The Year That Changed Marketing | Andy Sack & Adam Brotman on CMO ConfidentialFormer Starbucks Chief Digital Officer Adam Brotman and investor/operator Andy Sack return to break down AI's wild 2025—and what's next for marketers and the C-suite in 2026. We cover the rise of reasoning models and agents, chip-and-model tie-ups, who's winning (and who's falling behind), why only ~5% of companies are truly “underway,” and how consumer behavior is racing ahead of most enterprises. Adam and Andy deliver pragmatic guidance for boards, CEOs, and CMOs: where to lean in, how to organize, and what to build now.What you'll learn:• The real story on model advances, agents, and the chip/energy bottlenecks• Why supply-lock deals aren't “circular nonsense” and how they'll shape winners/losers• Enterprise reality check: 5% vs. 95%, and why CEO/board sponsorship determines lift-off• Consumer adoption, zero-click search, and how discovery is shifting under your feet• Marketing beyond efficiency: ideation, synthetic testing, and creative at production speed• 2026 predictions: Apple's big AI move, the year of consumer agents, and new AI devices• Risk & resilience: deepfake fraud, the “family password,” and change management that sticksActionable takeaways:• Use AI 10×/day; turn on voice and select a “thinking/reasoning” model for complex work• Treat AI as a company-wide transformation, not an IT pilot; pick a few high-value use cases and own them from the top• Experiment with agentic workflows and AI video to compress cycle time from storyboard to launchSponsored by @typefaceai Typeface helps the world's biggest brands go from brief to fully personalized, on-brand campaigns in hours—not months. Their agentic AI marketing platform automates workflows across ads, email, and video, integrates with your MarTech stack, and includes enterprise-grade security. Adweek named Typeface “AI Company of the Year,” TIME listed it among the Best Inventions, and Fast Company called it the next big thing in tech. See how brands like @ASICSGlobal and @Microsoft are transforming marketing with Typeface: typeface.ai/cmoAbout CMO ConfidentialHosted by five-time CMO Mike Linton, CMO Confidential goes inside the decisions, politics, and trade-offs of one of the most scrutinized jobs in the C-suite. 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Two Onc Docs, hosted by Samantha A. Armstrong, MD, and Karine Tawagi, MD, is a podcast dedicated to providing current and future oncologists and hematologists with the knowledge they need to ace their boards and deliver quality patient care. Dr Armstrong is a hematologist/oncologist and assistant professor of clinical medicine at Indiana University Health in Indianapolis. Dr Tawagi is a hematologist/oncologist and assistant professor of clinical medicine at the University of Illinois in Chicago. In this episode, OncLive On Air® partnered with Two Onc Docs to review exciting updates from the 2025 ESMO Congress about bladder cancer management that have the potential to change guidelines. In non–muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC), 2 trials added immunotherapy to BCG. The phase 3 POTOMAC trial (NCT03528694) combining durvalumab (Imfinzi) with BCG for high-risk, BCG-naive NMIBC was positive, demonstrating improved disease-free survival with the combination. This regimen might become a new standard of care and could reduce the need for early radical cystectomy, the experts highlighted. For muscle-invasive bladder cancer, the phase 3 KEYNOTE-905 study (NCT03924895) combined perioperative enfortumab vedotin-ejfv (Padcev) and pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for cisplatin-ineligible patients. This positive trial demonstrated strong event-free survival and overall survival (OS) with the combination. Furthermore, the phase 3 IMvigor011 trial (NCT04660344) provided data on a risk-adapted approach using adjuvant atezolizumab (Tecentriq) for post-cystectomy patients with circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA)–positive disease. For these patients, atezolizumab generated benefits in disease-free survival and OS, supporting the future use of ctDNA for personalized therapy. Updates in metastatic bladder cancer emphasized the importance of testing for FGFR alterations and HER2 expression in the second-line setting, Armstrong and Tawagi explained. The phase 1 FORAGER-1 study (NCT05614739) showed the efficacy of an oral FGFR3 inhibitor in heavily pretreated patients and showed lower rates of hypophosphatemia with the agent compared with erdafitinib (Balversa). Overall, the conference yielded many new and exciting data points for the treatment of patients with bladder cancer.

This week's podcast is about AI Agents transforming ecommerce. Likely all commerce.You can listen to this podcast here, which has the slides and graphics mentioned. Also available at iTunes and Google Podcasts.Here is the link to the TechMoat Consulting.Here is the link to our Tech Tours.Here is the McKinsey article I mentioned:The agentic commerce opportunity: How AI agents are ushering in a new era for consumers and merchantsHere is the BCG article I mentioned:When Brands Meet AI Bots: Customer Experience in the Era of Agents-------- I am a consultant and keynote speaker on how to accelerate growth with improving customer experiences (CX) and digital moats.I am a partner at TechMoat Consulting, a consulting firm specialized in how to increase growth with improved customer experiences (CX), personalization and other types of customer value. Get in touch here.I am also author of the Moats and Marathons book series, a framework for building and measuring competitive advantages in digital businesses.Note: This content (articles, podcasts, website info) is not investment advice. The information and opinions from me and any guests may be incorrect. The numbers and information may be wrong. The views expressed may no longer be relevant or accurate. Investing is risky. Do your own research.Support the show

Medtech is a $900 billion industry transforming how we treat, diagnose, and prevent disease—but its innovation engine is slowing. Vikram Aggarwal, global leader of BCG's medical technology work, explains what's behind the slowdown and how leaders can rethink regulation, software, and talent to re-accelerate breakthroughs. Learn More: Vikram Aggarwal: https://on.bcg.com/4osjpc6 BCG on Medtech: https://on.bcg.com/3LlJ6MC How Medtech Leaders Are Revving Up Their Innovation Engines: https://on.bcg.com/4op2Rl8 Chapters 00:00-01:25 Introduction/Vikram's ‘So What' 01:26-02:10 What is medtech? 02:11-03:46 Where are some of the most exciting innovations happening in medtech? 03:47-05:36 What areas get the most attention? 05:37-07:33 What are the barriers to innovation? 07:34-08:36 How do software and hardware innovation compare? 08:37-09:58 Software in a medical device vs software as a medical device 09:59-11:40 Is there a lag between innovation in software vs hardware? 11:41-13:41 What is the ideal innovation environment for medtech? 13:42-15:13 How do we fix the STEM skills shortage? 15:14-17:46 What will bring the most value over the next decade? 17:47-19:04 What is happening at startups vs established companies? 19:05 – 20:01 Vikram's ‘Now What' 20:02-20:15 Outro This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

Send us a textWhat separates candidates who crush their case interviews from those who fall short?Former Bain consultant Jenny Rae Le Roux reveals the #1 habit that top performers share – and it's not about frameworks or math. If you're preparing for McKinsey, BCG, Bain, or any consulting interview, this is the mindset shift that changes everything.Additional Resources:Work 1:1 with an MBB coach through our Black Belt program for personalized prep that gets you from practice to offerPartner Links:Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025Connect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Are you struggling to retain top sales talent because your team members can't find meaning in their work? The secret isn't just about hitting revenue targets—it's about building a purpose-driven organization that attracts exceptional people and creates lasting value.      In this episode, I sit down with Enrique Alvarez, co-founder and managing director of Vector Global Logistics, to explore how purpose and profit can coexist in high-performance sales organizations. Enrique shares his unique approach to building a global sales team that operates on three core pillars, including their groundbreaking Results-Only Work Environment and complete transparency policy. From Transactional to Transformational Vector Global Logistics has cracked the code on shifting from short-term transactional relationships to long-term transformational partnerships. Enrique reveals their comprehensive hiring process, including how they identify candidates who can build authentic relationships rather than just close deals quickly. You'll discover their unconventional approach to transparency, including sharing everyone's salaries, company financials, and decision-making processes with the entire team. This radical openness creates trust and empowers sales professionals to make better decisions for both customers and the company. AI Integration with Human Connection We explore how Vector Global Logistics leverages AI tools while maintaining the human touch that drives real relationships. Enrique shares practical examples of using AI for customs entries, tracking shipments, and market analysis—all while ensuring their sales team focuses on what AI can't do: building genuine personal connections. The conversation covers the critical balance between automation and personalization, and why rushing to implement AI without human oversight can damage the very relationships that drive long-term success. Building Global Sales Teams With team members across China, Vietnam, India, Mexico, Chile, Peru, Ukraine, and beyond, Enrique provides insights into managing a truly global sales organization. He shares their panel interview process, the importance of cultural fit, and why they prioritize entrepreneurs over traditional salespeople. Here's what you can expect to gain from this episode: •    A framework for attracting top talent through purpose-driven company culture •    Strategies for building transformational client relationships instead of transactional ones   •    Practical approaches to integrating AI while maintaining authentic human connections •    Methods for creating transparency that builds trust and improves performance •    Insights into managing and scaling global sales teams effectively Whether you're a sales leader looking to reduce turnover, a business owner wanting to build a more meaningful organization, or a sales professional seeking to create deeper client relationships, this conversation provides actionable strategies for long-term success. Key Moments of This Episode 00:00:49 - Introduction to Purpose-Driven Sales Leadership Mario introduces Enrique Alvarez, Managing Director of Vector Global Logistics, to discuss how purpose and profit can coexist in high-performance sales organizations and the importance of building meaningful sales cultures. 00:02:00 - Vector Global Logistics: A Purpose-Driven Company Overview Enrique shares his background as co-founder of Vector Global Logistics, explaining their unique resource-based logistics model built on three pillars and their global presence across multiple countries. 00:05:29 - Personal Insights: Soccer Dreams and Professional Journey Enrique reveals his passion for soccer and dream of making a national team, providing personal context about his drive and competitive nature that translates into business leadership. 00:15:27 - Hiring Excellence: Finding and Retaining Great Sales Talent Discussion on comprehensive recruiting processes, cultural fit assessment, and the importance of transparency in hiring decisions. Emphasis on word-of-mouth referrals and quick decision-making for underperformers. 00:24:12 - Virtual Hiring Strategies and Results-Only Work Environment Enrique describes Vector's Results-Only Work Environment culture, focusing on performance over presence, and their approach to hiring self-driven entrepreneurs for global sales roles. 00:28:34 - From Transactional to Transformational Client Relationships Exploration of shifting sales approaches from short-term transactions to long-term strategic partnerships, emphasizing the importance of leadership alignment and transparency in building trust. 00:30:58 - Radical Transparency: Open Book Management Philosophy Enrique explains Vector's 100% open policy where all employees know everyone's salaries, company finances, and business metrics, fostering trust and better decision-making across the organization. 00:34:03 - AI Integration While Maintaining Human Connection Discussion on leveraging AI tools for logistics operations while preserving authentic relationships. Emphasis on AI as a tool for efficiency without replacing human relationship-building capabilities. 00:39:44 - Human-Assisted AI: The Future of Sales Technology Mario and Enrique explore the concept of "human in the loop" AI implementation, ensuring technology enhances rather than replaces human judgment and relationship development. 00:42:18 - Beyond Process and Playbooks: Adaptive Sales Strategies Conversation about moving from rigid standardized processes to flexible, personalized approaches that adapt to individual client needs while maintaining core principles and long-term thinking. 00:45:40 - Long-Term Value Creation and Relationship Building Discussion on the importance of patience in sales, focusing on 5-20 year strategic planning rather than short-term gains, using real-world examples of relationship investment. 00:49:57 - B Corporation Certification: Balancing Stakeholder Value Enrique explains Vector's B Corp certification, emphasizing how purpose-driven companies maximize stakeholder value over shareholder value, creating sustainable competitive advantages in modern markets. About Enrique Alvarez Enrique Alvarez believes everyone has a personal responsibility to change the world. He has consciously chosen a hardworking, relationship-minded, and proactive approach to do his part.  Enrique is a Managing Director at Vector Global Logistics, which is dedicated to changing the world through supply chain operations. He is proud to attribute Vector's success and growing social impact to its results-based culture, passionate teams, and its desire to develop real partnerships with clients. Before co-founding Vector, Enrique focused on re-imaging and optimizing operations, sales, and supply chain processes with the Boston Consulting Group. Prior to joining BCG, he led various sales, logistics, and supply chain functions for Grupo Vitro, a global glass manufacturer headquartered in Mexico. Enrique holds an MBA from The Wharton School of Business and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Monterrey Tech (Instituto Technólogico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey) in Mexico. Enrique's passions are soccer and the ocean. He also enjoys traveling, getting to know new people, and spending time with his wife and two kids, Emma and Enrique. Additionally, Enrique sits on the board of Coaniquem, a non-profit that provides free and specialized treatment for children throughout Latin America who have suffered severe burns. 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AI is rising on the agendas of global CEOs, according to the latest edition of the CEO Radar. But a surprising number of chief executives are still struggling to embed the technology into their businesses. On this episode of the CEO Radar Podcast, Edward Adams of Bloomberg Media Studios is joined by BCG Global Chair Rich Lesser and Vlad Lukić, BCG Global Leader of Tech and Digital Advantage, to explore how CEOs can compare themselves to their peers when it comes to corporate integration of AI. Presented by BCG.Listen to The CEO Radar: https://sponsored.bloomberg.com/immersive-story/bcg/the-ceo-radar-q4-2025 This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

What if the biggest barrier to AI adoption isn't the technology itself, but our ability to learn, adapt, and reskill? That question sits at the heart of my conversation with Sagar Goel, Managing Director and Partner at Boston Consulting Group, who leads the firm's global work on digital workforce development and reskilling. Speaking from Singapore, Sagar brings a rare combination of data, strategy, and humanity to the discussion on how AI is reshaping the global workforce—and why the frontline is struggling to keep up. Drawing on BCG's latest "AI at Work" research, Sagar reveals a surprising trend: frontline AI usage has stalled at around 50 percent for the first time. He explains why many companies are still approaching AI as a tool rollout rather than a behavioral and cultural shift. According to him, employees often don't know where or how to use AI effectively, leadership support is lacking, and training programs are too shallow to spark genuine adoption. The result is a productivity paradox—AI potential without real impact. Sagar also unpacks another counterintuitive finding: leaders are more worried than their teams about losing their jobs to automation. He attributes this to leaders' heightened awareness of structural disruption and their own vulnerability in adapting mid-career. Meanwhile, countries across the Global South are outpacing the US in AI adoption, driven by youthful populations, economic necessity, and a hunger for differentiation in tight job markets. Throughout the discussion, Sagar draws a clear line between upskilling and reskilling—two terms often used interchangeably but representing distinct needs. Upskilling, he explains, should embed AI fluency into daily workflows from the CEO down, while reskilling must redeploy people into new, higher-value roles as automation accelerates. He cites IKEA's decision to retrain 8,000 call center staff into design consultants as a model example of turning disruption into opportunity. We close with a candid reflection on leadership responsibility in the age of AI. For Sagar, the message is simple but profound: if skills don't show up on your balance sheet, they won't show up in your business performance. As the half-life of skills shrinks to five years, he urges CEOs to integrate workforce readiness directly into strategy, or risk being outpaced by those who do. This episode is a grounded, data-driven look at what it truly takes to prepare people—not just machines—for an AI-driven world.