Podcasts about business transformations

Top 10 CEO Outlook 2025 series. Krishna shared with Cloud Wars Founder Bob Evans the company's optimistic outlook for 2025 amid geopolitical and economic uncertainties. They also discuss IBM's shift towards software, its AWS and Palo Alto Network partnerships, and how Red Hat has flourished since joining IBM.HighlightsIBM's Optimistic Outlook (01:18)Despite current geopolitical and economic uncertainties, Krishna remains optimistic about technology's role, especially in terms of automation and AI, in driving business transformations. He notes there's an increased appetite for technology globally, including in Europe, as a response to these uncertainties. Technology is a way to deliver better services at lower costs, which makes it an exciting time for the technology business.Focus on Delighting Clients (03:41)IBM exists to serve clients, focusing on delighting them through technology deployment and support. Krishna discusses the importance of taking risks to innovate and the need to cut bureaucracy and unnecessary processes. He emphasizes that partnerships should be win-win scenarios. "Can we expand the pie in which case we both win because the client is happier?"IBM's Shift to Software and Impact on Clients (06:36)There's been a significant shift in IBM's revenue mix, with software now accounting for almost half of IBM's revenue. Krishna explains that software's flexibility allows for incremental improvements, unlike hardware, which often require more disruptive changes. IBM focuses on software and providing unique value to clients in automation, hybrid cloud, data, and AI.Enterprise Adoption of Large Language Models (10:05)Krishna talks about the current state of enterprise understanding of large language models, or LLMs: "If I look at the enterprise understanding of large language models and what we can do for them, it's like we're in the first innings of a baseball game." Krishna advises enterprises to move forward in three steps: First, start with low-risk applications like customer experience functions such as answering service calls, as well as internal enterprise functions. Second, move to a little more risky but not totally risky use cases, like accounts receivable, procurement, and supply chain. Then, step three is applying LLMs to things like oncology and diagnosis in healthcare -- vertical-industry-specific functions. The excitement is more on step three, but customers should initially focus on the first two, where there's a lot of value.Leveraging Automation to Drive Innovation (15:04)All enterprises understand the importance of running lean and using productivity gains to focus resources on high-value activities. Krishna shares that IBM has freed up resources by automating tasks, allowing for more R&D to develop innovative products. He notes that overall employment has increased, but more focus is on high-value activities that enhance growth rates.Red Hat's Growth and Role in Hybrid Cloud (16:59)Red Hat has had impressive growth since joining IBM. Krishna says it has more than doubled its revenue since joining IBM in 2019, now exceeding $6 billion. He explains that Red Hat is the leading hybrid cloud platform, allowing for flexibility in deploying workloads across data centers and cloud environments.R&D as a Growth Engine (21:40)R&D should focus on innovation and quickly bringing those innovations to clients. R&D is about identifying unmet needs. "Henry Ford was asked like, how did you think of the Model T? And his answer was 'Look, if I had surveyed my customers, they would have said they wanted a stronger horse or a longer whip, but the automobile was the right answer.' Krishna mentions that quantum computing is a key area of focus for IBM in terms of research and development.The Benefits of Strategic Partnerships (24:56)IBM's strategic partnerships impact client value and IBM's growth. Krishna notes that half of IBM's consulting team's revenue now comes from these partnerships. He provides the example of IBM helping Delta Airlines move to AWS, while integrating Red Hat and other tools to enhance the client's experience. Krishna talks about a new partnership with security software provider Palo Alto Networks that's expected to generate significant pipeline for IBM's consulting team.Final Thoughts and Future Outlook (27:56)Krishna encourages clients to assign technology the same importance as other critical functions like finance and marketing. "Do you give tech the same importance that you give your CFO?" He reiterates the importance of technology and the need for businesses to adapt to its rapid pace of change. Evans closes by observing that in 2025, there's potential for the Cloud Wars Top 10 companies to exceed $10 trillion in combined market cap.

In this episode of the AI Applied podcast, Jaeden Schafer and Conor engage with Jared Spataro, Chief Marketing Officer at Microsoft, discussing the transformative impact of AI on work. They explore the concept of an AI native mindset, the role of Copilot and autonomous agents in enhancing productivity, and address concerns about job security in the age of AI. Jared shares success stories from various industries, highlighting how AI is not just a tool but a catalyst for new opportunities and efficiencies in business processes. Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ Conor's AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/courses Jaeden's Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/ Conor's AI Newsletter: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/ Jaeden's AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about 00:00 Introduction to AI and Work Transformation 02:39 The AI Native Mindset 05:37 Unveiling Copilot and Autonomous Agents 08:20 The Role of Agents in Workflows 11:23 Job Security and the Future of Work 14:15 Mindset Shift in the AI Era 16:54 Success Stories and Business Transformations

Ihr Motto:   “Manifest your dreams to reality”   Herzlich willkommen zu TALKTIME von Deinem Podcast COACHEDY by KARIN BÜTTNER, dein Podcast, der Coaching mit Humor verbindet.   Portaltage, Astrologie, Human-Design, Akasha-Chronik, Palmblatt lesen, Vollmond, Neumond, Supermond, Sonnenfinsternis, weiblicher Zyklus - erschlägt dich das auch alles? Ich möchte dir heute eine Frau vorstellen, die man eigentlich nicht vorstellen kann - die muss du einfach erleben. Ich habe diese Frau, die du gleich kennenlernen wirst, zu diesem Podcast eingeladen, weil sie genau in diese Themen Leichtigkeit hineinbringt und uns in der Art und Weise, wie sie mit diesen Dingen als Astrologin umgeht, die Möglichkeit gibt, die Dinge, die von vielen als negativ , nach dem Motto „oh Gott, da muss man aufpassen, jetzt ist wieder ein Portaltag“, empfunden werden, leicht anzugehen. Denn ja, auch ich kann aus meiner Erfahrung als Aufstellungsleiterin, Akasha-Chronik-Leserin und Coach sagen: es sind die Trigger und negativen Erlebnisse, die uns ins Tun und in unsere Selbstermächtigung bringen Natürlich dürfen wir uns dabei die Unterstützung der Sternenkonstellation, des Vollmonds, des Neumonds und alles, was ich vorhin aufgezählt habe, holen. Wir sollen sie nutzen und sie sollen uns nicht behindern, denn das Leben ist für uns und wir dürfen alles positiv nützen. Du hast immer die Wahl, positiv oder negativ. Und in dem Sinn freue ich mich sehr, dass du bei dieser spannenden Talk-Time-Runde, die ein bisschen länger geworden ist,  dabei bist. Also mach's dir gemütlich, mach's dir bequem und los geht's ... Herzlichst,   Deine Karin vom Podcast COACHEDY by Karin – DEIN PODCAST, DER COACHING MIT HUMOR VERBINDET. ... denn Lächeln öffnet Deine Seele. Hier geht's zu Dorothee Woitke´s INSTAGRAM-Kanal: https://www.instagram.com/dorothee.woitke/ HIER kannst Du Dorothee bei einemwundervollen Manifestations-Ritual selbst erleben: https://sales.dorotheewoitke.com/the-portal Bei weiteren Fragen schreibe mir gerne eine E- Mail an mail@karin-buettner.com   #podcastinterviews #coachingpodcasting astrologie #portaltage #fempreneur #successcoach #moneywitch #womensupportwomen #unternehmerin #fempreneur #interviewhighlights #coachingconversations #podcastlife  #lifecoachingtips #applepodcast #spotify #podcast #persönlichkeitsentwicklung   podcast@karin-buettner.com   music by www.audiohub.com  LICENCE CYF72-F01D9-OM2Y5

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/616Curious about the transformation from traditional development to low-code/no-code solutions? Join us as we sit down with Drew Poggemann, a Microsoft MVP and Director of Solution Architecture at Heartland Business Systems (HBS). Drew brings his expertise from Appleton, Wisconsin, to share his captivating journey from applied mathematics and computer science to mastering the Power Platform. Discover how his love for food, family, and outdoor sports intertwines with his professional life, and how a pivotal influence from MVP colleague Aiden Cascala set him on a new path. Listen as Drew reveals the strategic moves in pre-sales and solution design at HBS, emphasizing the power of Dataverse and Power Apps to elevate businesses from basic to premium licensing.In this episode, we also dive into Drew's career highlights, including his impressive contributions to the Dynamics CRM and Dataverse forums that earned him the MVP title in April 2022. From early days tackling COBOL and JCL at Schneider National to leading major ERP implementations, Drew's story is a testament to the importance of mentorship and embracing new challenges. We also explore the rapid advancements in AI and Microsoft's innovative approach to integrating AI-driven co-pilots across their suite of products. Join us to gain insights into the evolving tech landscape and the future of business solutions.OTHER RESOURCES: Microsoft MVP YouTube Series - How to Become a Microsoft MVP  Support the showIf you want to get in touch with me, you can message me here on Linkedin.Thanks for listening

The Transformation Ground Control podcast covers a number of topics important to digital and business transformation. This episode covers the following topics and interviews:    AI & RPA Streamlining Hospital Operations, Q&A (Darian Chwialkowski, Third Stage Consulting)  Choosing the Top ERP Systems for 2025   Business Transformations without Technology    We also cover a number of other relevant topics related to digital and business transformation throughout the show.   

In this latest episode, Geoff Scott, of ASUG, joins Mustansir Saifuddin to discuss what is required for businesses to be successful with Gen AI as they prepare for the future. With more than 20 years of leadership and technology experience, including seven years of extensive SAP implementation and operations experience, Geoff understands the impact of Gen AI in digital transformation. Listen in as he also highlights how ASUG is supporting the SAP ecosystem on the Gen AI journey. Geoff Scott, is CEO and Chief Community Officer of ASUG, believes that the connections ASUG makes for our members have the potential to become career-defining relationships that inspire innovation and success for their organizations. His forward-thinking leadership prioritizes helping our members make the most of their investment in SAP technologies. To that end, Geoff works closely with customers, members, the SAP Executive Board, and the extensive partner ecosystem to amplify the voice of the SAP customer.   Past positions include CIO for TOMS Shoes, where he led the implementation of SAP: CIO at JBS; and senior leadership positions at Ford Motor Company. Before becoming CEO, Geoff was an ASUG member and served on the board. Geoff has served on several philanthropic boards and is the founding member of the Denver CIO Executive Council.  Connect with Us: LinkedIn Mustansir Saifuddin Innovative Solution Partners  Twitter:  @gscott16 @Mmsaifuddin YouTube or learn more about our sponsor Innovative Solution Partners to schedule a free consultation.    Episode Transcript   Welcome to Tech-Driven Business brought to you by Innovative Solution Partners. I'm honored to have Geoff Scott, CEO of ASUG, joins me to discuss what is required for businesses to be successful with Gen AI as they prepare for the future. He'll also share valuable insights on how ASUG is supporting the SAP ecosystem on the GEN AI journey. [00:00:02.560] - Mustansir Welcome to TechDriven business, Geoff. How are you?   [00:00:11.190] - Geoff I'm wonderful. How are you today?   [00:00:13.480] - Mustansir I'm doing great. Thank you. Thank you for joining our show.   [00:00:17.570] - Geoff Pleasure to be here. Thank you for having me. Or I should say, you can make that decision after we're done today.   [00:00:23.130] - Mustansir All right. Sounds like a plan. Hey, it's always good to have you, Jeff, especially meeting in person every year, either in the volunteer meeting or at Sapphire or other events. It's always fun to have that conversation with you. Glad to have you on our show.   [00:00:38.390] - Geoff What a pleasure to be here. I want to thank you for your connection and commitment to ASUG, your commitment to the Michigan chapter, one of our most wonderful places to be in all of the United States. I have close ties to Michigan, so it's always wonderful to hear Go Green, for those who are Michiganders, my alma mater. I think that being part of ASUG and being part of this The SAP community is really a tremendous thing. I've been doing the CEO job at ASUG for 10 years. Every year, as you mentioned, we get all 300 volunteers together to plan the year and celebrate our successes and talk about our challenges. It's a tremendous things. So I encourage everyone to be part of ASUG. If you are an SAP professional and you want to be at the top of your game of SAP, there's no better place to be than being an active part of ASUG, which you are. I want to thank you for that.   [00:01:28.530] - Mustansir I second that. Thank you. Thank you. So today, we will be talking about how digital transformation in AI is changing the business landscape. How does that sound to you?   [00:01:39.350] - Geoff I think that sounds like a tremendous conversation.   [00:01:42.040] - Mustansir It absolutely is, and it's going to be fun. So let's start with the basics. Jeff, you have been around for a long time, not counting your-Original dinosaur. Hey, it's all good. But your extensive background with SAP. Can you share with our listeners a brief overview of your career journey?   [00:02:03.150] - Geoff Well, I would love to. As we just spoke about, 10 years as the CEO of Asug, and I don't love the CEO title. I like to think of myself as the Chief Community Champion. My job is to rally us as a community around this SAP software and make sure all of us are getting the most value from it. The organizations that are purchasing the software, we as all professionals in investing our careers into this amazing ecosystem, it's very important that we feel like we make forward progress. We feel that this is a place where we can learn, connect, and grow, which are three of our very important ASUG pillars. That's been a tremendous journey for me for the last 10 years. I didn't come into this intentionally. Prior to that, I was a CIO. I was at Tom's Shoes in Los Angeles. Prior to that, at a beef company, small beef company, only the third largest in the world, in Greenley, Colorado, where we were also an SAP shop. That was where I cut my teeth on being a full-time SAP advocate. Then prior to that, in your neck of the woods, in your backyard, in Deerborn, Michigan, doesn't take a lot to figure out what's in Deerborn these days.   [00:03:08.510] - Geoff So I was there for almost 10 years doing lots of different IT work. And then obviously prior to that, consulting in college and being a teenager and things like that.   [00:03:20.120] - Mustansir That's a wonderful background, Jeff. It's okay. I think the best part about this is being in your role, the role that you're playing at ASOG, your background or your history really brings that tremendous amount of knowledge and technology know-how, which really is what a lot of ASA customers or in general, SAP folks who are dealing with technology on a daily basis can utilize your know-how and your in-depth knowledge of what's going on in the industry versus someone with a background in business. You don't really have that depth in terms of what you bring to the table.   [00:04:00.920] - Geoff You're very kind. You're very kind. In my career, I started off when I was going to college, just a little bit west from where you are. Again, go green. Then that's the last I'm going to say that today, maybe. My degree's in accounting, and I chose that field because I really wanted to understand how business worked. I figured the best way to figure out how business would work is to understand how the money moves around. Accounting was actually a fallback for me. I started I started off in finance, and then this will date me tremendously. Then the stock market collapsed back in the late '80s, and I went, Oh, wait a minute. I don't know I want to be on Wall Street anymore. I grew up in the suburbs of New York City, so I had this delusion I would go back into New York and be on Wall Street. I said, I don't think that's going to work so well. I went to accounting, and I found I liked it better. A little bit more pragmatic. Finance can be fairly esoteric. I came into consulting in IT because I always thought about IT as a way in which businesses can be more efficient.   [00:05:01.780] - Geoff I was always intrigued by how we could use technology to drive business outcomes. That has served me throughout my career. I really think about business outcomes first and technology second.   [00:05:13.390] - Mustansir Absolutely. I think that's what really counts, how business drives technology. That takes me to my next discussion point. Ai. Ai took the business world by storm last year. We all know that. How are ASOG and ASAP supporting their clients with navigating AI and Gen AI in particular. Everybody is about Gen AI, so I'd like to hear your thoughts on that.   [00:05:38.820] - Geoff Yeah, I think that generative AI and all the things related to AI, nothing new to that, Mustache. We've been around in the SAP ecosystem. Ai has been around for a long time. What was new in November of 2022 when ChatGPT first came onto the market was this thing of generative AI. Well, that was different. But most SAP practitioners, the people you and I are talking to today, would say, Hey, we've been filling around AI for a long time. Understanding PDF documents, understanding pictures, converting pictures to text, scanning documents, scanning invoices, making sure we can convert all that. None of that is terribly new. I think generative AI made it mainstream. What was back office technology that was used to achieve business the outcomes all of a sudden became available to the masses. And it became available to the masses in a very simple way. I can sit down, I can write a sentence into a computer, and it will produce paragraphs of very eloquent text. We can have a whole conversation about how accurate it is, but I could finally get this star tracky type of thing, or I could type a sentence in and I would get this back.   [00:06:55.320] - Geoff And I could do cute things. Tell me how to bake a cake in Shakespeare in English, and it would do it. I think it became a piece of technology that everybody could connect to, and that everybody includes the board of directors, the CEO, the rest of your business peers who can now say, I get it. I understand how this works, and I want that for my business. We can make this work for all of us.   [00:07:25.460] - Mustansir I think it's a very interesting point you mentioned, Jeff. We always talk about C-suite, right? And you know that in this-I'm one of them. Yeah, exactly, right? So we talk about, I still get involved with a lot of implementations and boots on ground. And I know that a lot of these technology implementations, you have this gap between the C-suite and folks who are actually involved in the technology day to day, right? Do you think Gen AI is going to close that gap? What is your take on that perspective? Bringing these two worlds together.   [00:08:03.730] - Geoff I think generative AI is going to be an incredibly interesting diversion or departure for all of us in the sense that we've talked about for a long for a long time, the importance of some things in the SAP ecosystem that are near and dear to our heart. Master data, accuracy of data, archiving, things that warm our hearts that make the business run for cover. You want to watch paint dry? Have a conversation about archiving. The challenge with all of that is if we really want to get the most value from a generative AI solution, whether it be SAP's Joule or ChatGuard, GPT or everything in between, our enterprise data has to be lined up correctly. I think this is where we're going to see a tremendous amount of energy and effort to understand how this enterprise data will form these models and make them work. There was an article in the New York Times, I think two weeks ago, and this is topical because last week I was in Las Vegas for a few days at Google Next. And I always go to Google Next, and I also like to try to make it to AWS and Microsoft's events as well, because it refreshes me and it makes me think about how to tackle these problems from different perspectives.   [00:09:29.500] - Geoff And that, coupled with the New York Times article was very interesting to me in that it appears we're running out of trainable data for these models, that our models now are demanding so much data that we can't fill them. And And so there was an interesting topic in Las Vegas about synthetic data, which I'm still wrapping my head around and what that means. I'm trying to understand how we get to the levels of data. We do know one thing that these generative AI models require a lot of data in order to give very effective answers. And even when they have a lot of data, they can still hallucinate. I mean, there's no greater data source than the English language over the last 300 years. And the cool thinking about it is it hasn't really changed all that much. I can take all that stuff and I can pour it in. And yeah, there's different dialects, but the English language or pick a language, French, whatever, it hasn't moved all that much. So the data is fairly stable. Sure. Is that true when we think about our enterprise data? And the problem that I see coming is if we have lots of historical data, what does it really mean?   [00:10:37.900] - Geoff How accurate is it? And then the second big question is, how relevant is it? And if both of those are not at the top of their game, you run a huge risk that your model is being trained on data that isn't accurate, isn't relevant, and then you expect it to give you amazing results. The thing that makes me chuckle is the notion of saying to a model running on top of your SAP data, Hey, what's the best product I should sell? And it spits back a product that you made 15 years ago because it might have been at the time the most profitable based in parts that you don't even have access to anymore. And the model doesn't know that. I think there's another really important part of this whole equation, and that is something that I call gray data. And gray data is the data that's in our heads, in our minds, which is what we use to make decisions that the AI models have zero knowledge of. And the only way long term an AI model will be able to replicate what you do, what I do, what anyone listening today does, is it has exactly what's up in your head.   [00:11:42.850] - Geoff And it's not going to. We still know today in you're involved in SAP implementations all the time, that it takes someone interpreting that data, oftentimes, to understand what it's saying and what cues it's giving. Ai doesn't understand that because it's missing all the stuff that's in your gray space. And if that's the case, and how much of the data that you use to run your enterprise is gray data versus bits and bytes. If the answer is greater than 50 %, 60 %, 70 %, wow, we got a lot of missing data, and the model is not going to be that effective.   [00:12:17.980] - Mustansir For sure. I think it's an interesting point you mentioned about historical data and the quality of data. And that leads me into this next conversation about, I'm an analytics person in data focus. And it's all about good information will produce good results, right? So from that perspective, I'm curious, what are you seeing with ASUG members as it applies to their approach, especially to real-time data and analytics, and also the move to the cloud? Because a lot of things are happening in the cloud. So what is your take in this whole space?   [00:12:53.370] - Geoff Well, certainly, I believe that if you are going to want to participate, play in in a generative AI, AI space, and you say, and probably before you make that conclusion, you have to ask a question, which is, where do you and your organization want to be on the innovation curve? Do you want to be on the very front of it? Do you want to be in the middle of it? Where do you want to be? Now, if you want to be on the very, very back end of the innovation curve, continue doing what you're doing today. If you want to be to the middle of the innovation curve or the front end, and I think about it as a bell curve. If you want to be to the middle to the front end of that curve, and most people don't want to be at the front, you need a lot of courage and a lot of strength to be. That's the scary place. But there are organizations that are there. Let's say you want to be safely in the middle. I don't want to lead the pack. I don't want to trail the pack. I want to be right in the middle.   [00:13:47.870] - Geoff It necessitates three things, I firmly believe. Number one, you have to be in the cloud. Number two, you have to really think about your software investments as software as a service. You're moving the requirement for changes and updates to the software vendor in this world SAP. Number three, as little customization as possible. If you can If you can do those three things and you can do them well, you have the greatest likelihood that you will be able to take all this innovation, absorb it and go. Which to your question is, when you talk about analytics, when you talk about predictive analytics, that's what you're going to For many, many SAP customers, that is a tectonic shift in perspective. And certainly, the longer you have been an SAP customer, and the more customizations you have made for whatever reason. Your business process doesn't line up with SAP's. Sap didn't have a solution for you at the time. We talk about this thing of technical debt, and where I quibble with some of the leading thought people is We tend to say and infer the technical debt is bad. Well, I don't think any of us as SAP practitioners wake up in the morning and say, Today is the day I'm going to build a lot of technical debt.   [00:15:11.820] - Geoff There are some good reasons for it. There might be some bad reasons for it, too. I don't know how to do something, so I'm just going to code it. I get it, but I don't necessarily believe that the technical debt is something that we all strive for. Motherhood and apple pie, as few customizations as possible. The problem now is the stakes are way up because we've learned that you have to be in cloud, you have to be in SaaS, and you have to be almost no customization in order to adopt fast. And that means that we have to be super careful about customization. That creates another problem inside most organizations, and that is how do you handle change control and how do you handle organizational change management? So the IT folks say, Hey, this is good for me. No customization. I'm good to go. And the business says, Well, wait a minute here. I have to retrain thousands of people across 16 time zones in 32 different geographies, and that's hard. And it is. And it is. So how do we find that necessary balance? And I think if you've been on SAP a long time, that transition is not going to happen overnight.   [00:16:14.000] - Geoff It's going to be multiple years, maybe even a decade, dare I say. And if you haven't started your S/4 migration yet, you are fastly running out of time. And so there's no time like the present to start working on that, because absent that, you are going to be perpetually behind. And I don't want to be Cavalier here, Mustanzer, because what I just described is an epic undertaking. But if you get there, predictive analytics is super interesting, right? We have got to figure out a way to take our technology professionals and find ways for them to have more time. Because if we really want to do predictive analytics, it requires us to jump into data sets. It requires us to look at data, plant floor data, log data, all these other things where we haven't traditionally looked for things. In order to find those patterns and those indications and those clues that help us sell more, get more efficient, do other things. And that requires time. And in order to get that time, we have to be more efficient. So if we're going to spend all of our time working on customizations of SAP, we are not going to be doing predictive analytics.   [00:17:18.870] - Mustansir For sure. And I think that's one of the key points you mentioned about that, right? Stop spending time on doing things that are not adding any value, especially in this fast pace, changing constantly on a daily basis. And you put AI in the middle of all this, all of a sudden, your stakes are different, your challenges are different. And at the same time, the time to make those decisions is shrinking for you. So for organizations to be nimble and be able to act quickly, I mean, all the things you just mentioned, I think they go hand in hand, especially a lot of times folks think about analytics as a byproduct, right? It's after the fact. And then What we're thinking or what are you talking here at this point is put analytics in front because that will drive that whole behavior of change of exactly what is important to me. Predictive is one part of it. There's so many different aspects of information which you can put your right brains and your geeks. I mean, everyone has got geeks in the organization. I mean, you want to put those folks to good use. And the best way you can do it is having that Get ahead of the curve, right?   [00:18:31.520] - Mustansir Don't wait, basically.   [00:18:32.910] - Geoff That's what I'm hearing. A hundred %. And I'm excited about the potential of AI to help us migrate systems faster. I'd like to see us use AI to help understand quality in data, to help us understand how we lift and shift business processes out of legacy systems into new systems. I'd like to understand how we use AI to drive business test cases, quality assurance. I believe that we are at a massive inflection point where the upgrading of these systems, you asked a question earlier about digital transformation. We have to move to the next generation of SAP software. I believe that unlocks the gateway to everything we're talking about today. That cannot be a five-year project. We have got to figure out as technology professionals how to automate it, how to make it faster, how to do it and how to make sure we can get an unlock value faster. It's my biggest ask of SAP, and in conversations that I have with their CEO and their leadership team, please stop making new SKUs for new software licenses. I implore you to make your software easier to migrate and uplift and move to the next generation.   [00:19:53.220] - Geoff And can we use some of these AI ML tools to achieve that? It's essential.   [00:19:58.860] - Mustansir For sure. No, for sure. And I think talking about all this technology and SAP, let's come back to our conversation ASAG. Asag is a great start in 2024, right? I mean, personally, I know we had over 150 people at our Michigan Chapter meeting back in February. That is absolutely amazing. So what can ASEC members expect this year from their membership? Can you delve into that?   [00:20:26.820] - Geoff 100 %. First and foremost, I think you said the most important thing where we're seeing the most interest, the most excitement is in our 39 chapters. So if you are an SAP professional and you want to be at the top of your game and you want to learn, connect, and grow, you don't have to jump on an airplane. And of course, we're welcoming you to do that. You don't have to spend hotel room nights. Go to your local ASUG chapter and become involved. You will meet people like you who want to get ahead and understand how to solve problems using SAP. And you're You're in the middle of the Michigan SAP scene. It's amazing. So go spend time there, which is a huge pitch for what you do and why you volunteer is because you want to be part of what's happening on the ground, real-time in geography. And that is what the chapter organization is here to do. And I would really like to see that over the next three to five years grow to epic proportions. I have a challenge. I want to see your Michigan meeting not be just 150 people. I want it to be 350 people.   [00:21:33.460] - Geoff That, to me, is exciting, which is a very different change of perspective from us. But I think in a post-pandemic world, what a great opportunity to get out from behind your laptop. And whether you're back in the office or still working remotely, go spend time with your friends in an ASUG chapter event in Michigan or in California or in Florida. Pick a place and just go and have fun and meet your peers. It'll be so wonderful for you. If that's not good enough, then And enjoy some of the other events that we do. Get online and do some research and education there. We have ASUG annual conference and SAP Sapphire coming up in June. In the fall, we have SAP for utilities. We have ASUG best practices, which is a whole source of industry-based events. And then we cap off the year. This is my most exciting event. We cap off the year in West Palm Beach, Florida, November 12th through 14th with ASUG Tech Connect. It used to be called TechEd, but we've reconfigured TechEd with SAP. So TechEd is a virtual program. But in North America, it's ASUG Tech Connect. So if you want to wrap up 2023, sorry, 2024, getting my years all confused, and get ready for an amazing 2025, ASUG Tech Connect is the place to be.   [00:22:46.120] - Geoff And I think those are fine. What else can you do? First Five newsletter comes out every Monday morning. It's an amazing place to just get a recap of the top five articles that happened in the SAP ecosystem over the last week. Podcast, you and I are in a podcast Today. Everyone's doing podcast. Aseg does podcast. Be there. Let's get together at Campus Connect. Citadel University, University of Texas at Dallas, Fayetteville State University, and then my favorite at Michigan State University. There's my last plug for Go Green, are all very much in the Campus Connect program. What a great way to have this next generation of talent, get excited about the careers that we've been so fortunate to have in the SAP ecosystem.   [00:23:29.360] - Mustansir For I think there is a lot to learn. And the best thing about it, like you said, there's so many mediums. You pick what makes sense to you, what really florts your boat, especially after the pandemic. A lot of folks are open to coming out and meeting others and getting to know what's coming exciting. No, put it this way. Excitement is one thing. You get to meet people and either it's online, either it's in person or you're traveling somewhere else. Or like you mentioned, June. June, big event. A lot of new things are being shared and you understand and know exactly where SAP is going, where ASAG wants to take you in your journey. And as an organization, you want to learn from your peers, right? And That's the best opportunity. And one thing I like about your plug for the November event, you cannot go wrong with it. Exactly. You end your year on something that you really want to take into next year, and that and search your basis for exactly what you want to do. A lot of opportunities. I really love the whole platform that you explained so well.   [00:24:37.180] - Geoff Thank you. There is a lot going on inside the SAP ecosystem. It is a wonderful place for professionals like you, me, and everyone else, 130,000 of us in North America, to make our home, to learn, connect, grow, to thrive. And all you got to do is just raise your hand and go to a chapter meeting, meet with people outside of your your standard core team that you might be working on SAP for, and the whole world will be unlocked for you. And it'll make you feel like what you're doing has value, that the things you're learning can have a place in this broader ecosystem. We are going to need a lot more talent who stands there in the next 10 years than we have today. It frightens me about how much change is happening, and I believe we all find very rewarding careers inside of SAP.   [00:25:27.700] - Mustansir Now, I think the future is really bright And I know we can talk for hours, Jeff. I mean, your knowledge, your passion for technology and SAP. But I do have to finish our session, our talk for today. I'd like to leave with this one question for you. As far as topics and discussions you covered, what is the one key takeaway that you want our listeners to leave with?   [00:25:55.440] - Geoff I believe the key takeaway today is generative AI is real. The faster you get in and start contemplating what it can and can't do. We are trying inside of Asug lots of different technologies, and we're fiddling, and we have this experimental culture. Let's go try some stuff. It's good. And I think we We're doing a lot with video to text, recaps, things like that. I think there's a ton of upside to all of this. Go get yourself immense in AI.   [00:26:25.780] - Mustansir Yeah, for sure. I think that's a great advice. And It seems like a lot of folks who are still on the edges, it's time for them to move on and get on this bandwagon because this train has started rolling and there's no stopping. At least I don't see it in the near future.   [00:26:43.870] - Geoff Today is the worst day AI ever will be. It will get better from here, and it's going to be on an exponential scale. So don't wait another three, four weeks or months or years. Get in now.   [00:26:54.490] - Mustansir Great advice. Thank you. Now, this is an awesome conversation. Really enjoyed the talk, and I would love to get you back in the future. Whenever you need. Feedback on how things have settled down once we traverse through the 2024.   [00:27:10.980] - Geoff We are here for you, and I appreciate greatly everything you do for the community, for the SAP community, for ASUG, and everything you do in Michigan. Thank you.   Thanks for listening to Tech-Driven Business brought to you by Innovative Solution Partners. Geoff delved deep into the transformative power of Gen AI shared valuable insights on how organizations can transform business with Generative AI. His main takeaway? Generative AI is real. Go get yourself immersed in AI as today is the worst day AI will ever be. We'd love to hear from you. Continue the conversation by connecting with me on LinkedIn or Twitter. Learn more about Innovative Solution Partners and schedule a free consultation by visiting isolutionpartners.com. Never miss a podcast by subscribing to our You Tube channel. Information is in the Show Notes

Welcome to a new episode of Get Creative. In this episode, we'll go through the world of business transformations. I'm joined by Cody Barton, an expert in acquiring and turning around struggling businesses for massive profits. We unpack the secrets to real estate success, share insider tips on creative financing, and discuss the important role of leadership and culture in reviving business operations.    Highlights:   "If you can understand the financials and the money aspect of the business, managing the money, where it goes, how to track it, you have a 99% edge over everybody else."   "The difference between businesses that succeed and those that don't often comes down to leadership—removing the wrong people and empowering the right ones."   "We're not just buying businesses; we're solving real problems, turning pain into profit, and transforming challenges into opportunities."   Timestamps: 00:42 - Creative Financing in Real Estate 04:09 - A Successful Property Turnaround 06:27 - Failing Business into a Profitable Venture 09:01 - Challenges in Businesses and Acquisition Opportunities 12:44 - Exploring Business Acquisition Platforms 19:00 - Financial Mismanagement in Business Purchases 24:21 - Effective Delegation on Business Scaling 33:28 - Introduction toScale with Pros Platform 51:36 - Scaling New Heights in Business Join Our Free Facebook Group: https://paceapproves.com/fbg-pod

In this episode, CJ is joined by Lanny Baker, the CFO of Eventbrite, and former CFO of Yelp, Monster.com, and ZipRealty. Lanny has been a part of some incredible business transformations or pivots at each of these companies and has some profound insights to share on the topic. First, he explains some of the differences between consumer-facing internet businesses versus SaaS or B2B. He sheds light on Eventbrite's unique creator and consumer model, the virtuous cycle of network effects it benefits from, and how the company's take rate is determined. Lanny also talks about the ways that internet platforms expand their TAM over time. This leads to a conversation on business transformations or pivots, the role of a CFO in them, whether to retain or replace people in such a situation, and how to handle investors. Tune in for all this and the hilarious story about a marketing stunt gone wrong.If you're looking for an ERP head to NetSuite: https://netsuite.com/metrics and get a customized KPI checklist.—SPONSORS:NetSuite provides financial software for all your business needs. More than 37,000 thousand companies have already upgraded to NetSuite, gaining visibility and control over their financials, inventory, HR, eCommerce, and more. If you're looking for an ERP platform ✅ NetSuite: https://netsuite.com/metrics and get a customized KPI checklist. Maxio is the only billing and financial operations platform that was purpose built for B2B SaaS. They're helping SaaS finance teams automate billing and revenue recognition, manage collections and payments, and put together investor grade reporting packages.

Join Anirvan Sen, a seasoned expert in building high-performance organizations, and James Harris, Integration Manager at Google with over 25 years of M&A experience, in an enlightening conversation that dives deep into the complexities of mergers and acquisitions. This episode sheds light on the critical role of culture and professional development in the success of M&A projects. Discover invaluable insights on the importance of understanding cultural differences, the power of direct coaching, and the need for open dialogue to seamlessly integrate diverse company cultures. Key Highlights:

In this enlightening episode, we delve deep into the heart of culture and HR in the context of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), featuring the expertise of Kim Jones, a senior HR leader renowned for her extensive experience in M&A. Kim Jones shares her valuable insights into the critical role of people strategies during these transformative processes, emphasizing the significance of coaching leadership teams, engaging and retaining key talent, and managing the intricate aspects of organizational culture. Culture, as Kim defines it, is the collective belief and behavior system within an organization, encompassing values, perks, work habits, communication styles, decision-making processes, and the interaction dynamics between leaders and employees in both physical and virtual spaces. Through compelling anecdotes and examples, Kim illustrates the challenges encountered during international acquisitions, particularly highlighting her experiences with an American company acquiring Korean and Austrian firms. She points out how productivity was impacted by cultural differences, underscoring the necessity for a structured, systematic approach to cultural integration, characterized by regular interactions and a “no judgment” policy to facilitate smooth cultural assimilation. Moreover, Kim sheds light on the unique challenges faced by CEOs of acquired companies, who often transition from being autonomous leaders to navigating the complexities of influence within larger organizations. She advocates for the use of cultural roundtables as an effective tool for addressing the multifaceted cultural and people-related challenges in M&A, providing practical advice for leadership on both sides of the acquisition. This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in M&A, HR professionals, and leaders looking to understand the nuances of cultural integration and the strategic importance of human resources in ensuring the success of mergers and acquisitions. Join us as Kim Jones unravels the layers of culture and HR in M&A, offering guidance and strategies to navigate these challenging waters effectively. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful discussions on business strategy, leadership, and organizational development. Your journey to building a high-performance organization through strategic M&A starts here. #MergersAndAcquisitions #CorporateCulture #HumanResources #Leadership #BusinessStrategy #OrganizationalDevelopment #TalentManagement #CultureChange

When Kari Gillenwater first integrated Kolbe into her practice, she had no idea the level of impact it would have for her clients. In this episode, Kari shares how discovering her Kolbe strengths has improved both her life and her business. She explains how she uses Kolbe to help top business owners build teams and empower their employees. She also offers advice for coaches and consultants looking to incorporate Kolbe into their practice at the highest levels.  If you're a consultant or coach looking to make a bigger impact on your clients' businesses and lives, then this is a must-listen. If you're simply interested in how to improve your own life and work through better understanding your strengths, this is also a can't-miss episode!  Guest-at-a-Glance 

In this episode, Scott discusses the current state of Walgreens Boots Alliance & how difficult some business transactions can be.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the current state of Walgreens Boots Alliance & how difficult some business transactions can be.

In this episode, Scott discusses the current state of Walgreens Boots Alliance & how difficult some business transactions can be.

As we wind down the year, our hearts are filled with gratitude for our special guests who've enriched our show with their expertise and insights. This year, we welcomed many inspiring voices from around the world, including renowned academics, safety motivational speakers, and top industry leaders. Dive in with your host, Eric Michrowski, as he highlights our podcast's most impactful insights and top themes of 2023. To our listeners, thank you for joining us on this journey. Your engagement and support have been instrumental in making this year's series so meaningful. Don't miss this time of reflection! About Your Host: Eric Michrowski is a globally recognized thought leader and guru in Operations and Safety Culture Transformations. A highly sought-after Executive speaker on the global stage, he has led executive training programs, coached the C-Suite, and connected with thousands of Fortune 500 senior leaders. His approach is anchored in evidence-based research and practical applications in Human Performance, Process Excellence, and Organizational Change. He brings over 25 years of hands-on experience in Operations Management, Culture & Business Transformations, and Safety, having worked across a broad range of industries. For more information: https://www.ericmichrowski.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this weeks episode of Educated Artistry!  We have another DOUBLE FEATURE episode that was recorded at The Lash Conference  with Bryce Sechler and Sydnee McGee. Both these guests have been on the podcast earlier this year and I am excited to have them back to take a deep dive in their transformations since our last chat   Sydnee Interview:  The decision to close her lash product line Zalura Taking time to REST and REALIGN  The next steps for Sydnee   FOLLOW SYDNEE: https://www.instagram.com/pacificbeautycove/ Lashcon23 for 50% off online eye styling course https://www.pacificbeautycove.com/eye-styling-course Bryce Interview:  The outcome of her foundation for women empowerment and domestic volience support  Creating education around speed lashing  The behind the scenes of creating her first product  FOLLOW BRYCE:https://www.instagram.com/un_stripped.academy/ Un-Stripped Method Self Paced Masterclass code LASHCON https://academy.un-strippedlbb.com/the-un-stripped-method-masterclass   Free speed lashing ebook https://academy.un-strippedlbb.com/speed-lashing-ebook 2023 MOST DOWNLOADED EPISODE!  DEADLINE DEC 31ST 2023 11:59PM  WINNNER ANNOUNCED JAN 17TH 2024 EPISODE  HOW TO HELP YOUR FAV GUEST WIN:  Share episode link on story Share epsidoe link drectly with beauty business bestie  Feature episode as a free resource (for the guest) Email episide link to your audience 

ENGLISH: He is the Global Chief Creative Officer of AKQA. His work, "Real Beauty Sketches" for Dove, won the Titanium at Cannes in 2013, becoming the most-viewed ad in history and earning the title of Best Ad by Time magazine. In 2019, he received two Grand Prix at Cannes Lions in Entertainment for Music and Media for Nike. As the Founder of AKQA São Paulo, he led the studio to become the Agency of the Year at Cannes Lions Latin America in 2019 and the second best in the 2020/21 edition, and the Agency of the Year at One Show Latin America in 2020.That night, we talked about how he made an unexpected career move when he decided to establish AKQA in São Paulo, a company that later became a prominent agency within that renowned network. We also discussed the behind-the-scenes details of Beauty Sketches.We delved into the recent Cannes success with the Air Max graffiti project for Nike, which won the GP, and his role as a jury member at Cannes 2023, specifically in the category of Business Transformations. Our conversation concluded with his insights into building global creative teams and his passion for ideas.ESPAÑOL: Él es Global Chief Creative Officer de AKQA. Su trabajo “Real Beauty Sketches” para Dove ganó el Titanium en Cannes en 2013, se convirtió en el anuncio más visto de la historia y en el Mejor Anuncio por la revista Time. En 2019 obtuvo dos Grand Prix en Cannes Lions en Entertainment for Music y en Media para Nike. Como Fundador de AKQA São Paulo, llevó al estudio a convertirse en Agencia del Año de Cannes Lions Latinoamérica en 2019 y segunda mejor en la edición 2020/21; así como Agencia del Año de One Show Latinoamérica en 2020.Esa noche, conversamos sobre cómo dio un giro inesperado en su carrera cuando decidió fundar AKQA en São Paulo, agencia que luego se convirtió en un emblema dentro de esa reconocida red. También hablamos sobre los detalles detrás de las escenas de Beauty Sketches.Abordamos el reciente éxito en Cannes con el proyecto de graffiti Air Max para Nike, que ganó el GP, y su rol como jurado en Cannes 2023, específicamente en la categoría de Business Transformation. Nuestra conversación finalizó con sus ideas sobre cómo construir equipos creativos globales y su pasión por las ideas.Visítanos en https://www.elmartinez.net y suscríbete en Spotify, Apple Podcasts o donde escuches siempre tus podcasts. Síguenos en FB o IG @ElMartinezPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this insightful episode of Fifth Chrome Business Insights Podcast, we have the privilege of hosting Claire-Marie Nasr and Cathy Powers, two seasoned M&A practitioners, for an in-depth discussion on the critical role of culture in Mergers and Acquisitions. Often underestimated, organizational culture extends beyond simple behavior patterns. It is a broad sphere encompassing leadership styles, organizational values, and individual purpose. Claire-Marie and Cathy delve into the many dimensions of culture - from the spectrum of inward-outward focus to the variance between formal-informal and hierarchical-flatter structures. They highlight the importance of culture teams stepping into the shoes of leaders and employees from both acquiring and acquired companies to accurately map and bridge cultural gaps. While culture might not be a deal-breaker per se, the preservation of values and seamless transition of the acquired organization's culture are essential for a successful merger. The conversation is peppered with interesting examples from Claire-Marie, illustrating the influence of national cultures on organizational cultures, and insightful remarks from Cathy on the role of leaders in shaping and driving organizational culture, especially within M&A contexts. Whether you are on the buyer or seller side of a merger or acquisition, this episode provides valuable perspectives on culture in M&A. Don't miss this chance to learn from the experts. Subscribe to our channel for more insightful conversations on M&A, Integration, Leadership, and Business Strategy. Don't forget to hit the notification bell to stay updated on our latest releases. ----- About Claire-Marie Nasr: • Integration as differentiator and value optimization for M&A • Works closely with executive stakeholders, Claire-Marie is an experienced change leader • Led teams in the Financial and Technology Industries. • Responsible for driving the delivery of strategic and cross-functional initiatives and allowing your teams to overcome challenges.] About Cathy Powers: • Certified change management professional, coach, and scrum master helping organizations navigate transformational challenges • Talent management • Diversity and Inclusion management, Culture change • Experience in Energy and mining, Retail, and Banking Industries ------- The hosts of the interview are: Anirvan Sen, CEO Fifth Chrome Anahita Sen, Co-Facilitator Fifth Chrome Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by Fifth Chrome (https://www.fifthchrome.com), an business strategy advisory and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------- Links mentioned: - https://hbr.org/ Books mentioned: - Simon Sinek: Start with Why. - Jim Dethmer: The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success.

Have you ever wondered if AI is truly your business's friend or foe?In this episode, I talk about the role of AI in businesses and how to strategically navigate this cutting-edge technology and how it's impacting different industries and offering a practical guide for integrating it into your business model. Topics We Discussed:

In this enlightening episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the world of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) with esteemed guest Mary Cianni, a senior M&A practitioner and seasoned adjunct faculty. The central theme of our discussion orbits around the critical yet sometimes underappreciated role of culture within the M&A landscape. Despite being a core component of any M&A transaction, culture often finds itself sidelined due to a hyper-focus on financial aspects and pressing timelines. This negligence can lead to significant challenges during the integration phase, particularly when dealing with organizations boasting strong, unique cultures. This becomes particularly emotional for employees who value their workplace culture and are reluctant to relinquish it. Through various anecdotes and case studies, Mary illuminates the potential complexities of integrating culturally dissimilar companies. One case discussed involves the unification of a top-down, command-and-control company with a consensus-driven organization, which presents unique management dynamics. Mary also underscores the significance of conducting cultural assessments within organizations. These assessments, she notes, not only offer valuable insights into the company's culture but also reinforce its importance to employees who appreciate their voices being heard. She suggests the use of pulse surveys, executive interviews, focus groups, and ethnographic approaches as effective methods for gaining a comprehensive understanding of a company's culture. Join us in this compelling conversation as we explore the intricate relationship between culture and M&A transactions, and the crucial role it plays in the success of such ventures. ----- About Mary Cianni: • Experienced Consultant and Educator with a demonstrated history of working in the organization consulting industry and higher education. Expert in Corporate Transactions and Organizational Transformation with a focus on leadership and culture • Has worked with several well-recognized companies including Korn Ferry, Willis Towers Watson • Adjunct Faculty at NYU ------- Hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anirvan Sen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, CEO of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anahita Sen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Co-Facilitator of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, an business strategy advisory, and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------- Books mentioned: Melissa Swift: Work here now Anna Tavis and Stela Lupushor: Humans at Work: The Art and Practice of Creating the Hybrid Workplace

In this insightful episode of our podcast, we sit down with seasoned M&A expert Mark Walztoni to delve deep into the significance of culture in mergers and acquisitions. Mark, who has a wealth of practical experience, defines culture as a blend of the ways people work and treat each other, as well as how they interact with customers and vendors. He emphasizes that culture is largely determined by behavioral aspects and serves as an outcome of various other elements. Mark shares his traditional yet effective approach to assessing culture: communicating directly with individuals, understanding who thrives and who struggles within a specific environment, and pinpointing key factors for successful acquisitions. He also introduces us to his preferred model for cultural assessment, Jay Galbraith's Star Model, explaining how it offers crucial guidance in answering queries related to organizational culture. In any M&A, Mark stresses the importance of evaluating not just the culture of the company being acquired but also the acquirer's culture. Further, he underscores the need for a clear vision of the prospective combined culture post-merger. Drawing from his extensive experience, Mark provides various real-world examples of M&A in diverse industries such as IP-centric firms, banks, and medical device manufacturing. We also delve into the subject of cultural transformation. Mark suggests that change is only effective when the discomfort associated with the change is less than the discomfort of maintaining the status quo. Understanding this principle, he says, is crucial for any long-term, transformative change to stick. In a unique twist, Mark discusses how his hobby of restoring 18th and 19th-century paintings parallels the process of M&A, shedding light on the intricate dynamics of blending cultures and preserving heritage. Lastly, he talks about the often-overlooked concept of 'change readiness' during M&A cycles, emphasizing its pivotal role in successful integration. Join us to explore these fascinating insights and learn from Mark Walztoni's vast expertise in the world of M&A. ----- About Mark Walztoni: • Assists clients to plan & execute effective M&A talent integration and business transformation strategies, Top 10 professional services firm consultant, performance coach, and private equity venture partner. • Mark's career includes 20+ years of experience as senior human resources and M&A leader within American Express, EY, and Thomson Reuters, and 15+ years assisting strategic acquirers and PE firms in HR executive, advisory, and venture partner roles. • MA in Organizational Psychology and Consulting at Columbia University of New York. Certified executive coach. • Regular speaker on talent integration and retention topics for leading organizations including the HR M&A Roundtable, Association for Corporate Growth, MergerWare, Hacking HR, Sun Acquisitions, and the Society of Human Resources Management. • Participated in the development of the AJIL® judgement assessment, which equips leaders with insights to strengthen their judgment and leadership skills. ------- Hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anirvan Sen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, CEO of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anahita Sen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Co-Facilitator of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, an business strategy advisory, and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------- Books mentioned: Jay Galbraith. Designing Organizations: Strategy, Structure, and Process at the Business Unit and Enterprise Levels Willem Bridges. Managing Transitions: Making the Most of Change ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Klint C Kendrick. The HR Practitioner's Guide to Mergers & Acquisitions Due Diligence: Understanding the People, Leadership, and Culture Risks in M&A ⁠Klint C Kendrick. The HR Practitioner's Guide to Cultural Integration in Mergers & Acquisitions: Overcoming Culture Clash to Drive M&A Deal Value⁠

Unraveling the Hidden Impact of Culture on Psychology in M&A: A Deep Dive with Jennifer Fondrevay, a podcast In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the often-overlooked aspect of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) - organizational culture, with Jennifer Fondrevay, Founder and Chief Humanity Officer of M&A consultancy, Day1Ready. Jennifer elucidates how the neglect of cultural assessment during the initial due diligence process can potentially unravel surprising challenges post-deal. By drawing parallels from her personal experiences, Jennifer narrates how her American B2B company's acquisition by a European B2C company exposed stark differences in organizational cultures, proving the significance of cultural considerations in M&A. Taking us through her journey, Jennifer shares the inspiration behind her book, “NOW WHAT?: A Survivor's Guide for Thriving Through Mergers & Acquisitions.” The book delves into the experiences and transformations of ten personas during M&A transitions, offering invaluable guidance for navigating such changes. Listen in as we unravel the role of culture in M&A, and why it needs to be at the forefront of any successful merger or acquisition. This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in M&A or those looking to understand the intricacies of organizational culture in such scenarios. ----- About Jennifer Fondrevay A former C-Suite marketing tech executive, she led teams through three separate multibillion-dollar acquisition deals and authored the best-selling satirical business book, “NOW WHAT? A Survivor's Guide for Thriving through Mergers & Acquisitions”. An expert guest quoted on Fox, ABC, NBC, CBS news, and published in Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Inc., she is the winner of the Northshore Women in Business Entrepreneur of the Year. The Founder and Chief Humanity Officer of M&A consultancy, Day1Ready and the only woman in M&A to routinely have a Dominatrix join her on stage… ------- Hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anirvan Sen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, CEO of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anahita Sen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Co-Facilitator of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, an business strategy advisory, and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------- Books mentioned: Jennifer Fondrevay - NOW WHAT?: A Survivor's Guide for Thriving Through Mergers & Acquisitions. William Bridges – Surviving Corporate Transitions. John P. Kotter – Leading Change. Dan Heath and Chip Heath – Made to Stick: Why some ideas take hold and others come unstuck. Dan Heath - Upstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They Happen. John P. Kotter - Change: How Organizations Achieve Hard-to-Imagine Results in Uncertain and Volatile Times.

Joining us today is Daneal Charney, Fractional VP of People for high-growth technology firms, who loves playing a key role in the success of early and mid-stage technology companies. Daneal is a successful entrepreneurial HR leader with a reputation for understanding the business, supporting business transformations, providing creative solutions to key people issues and coaching founders and executive teams.Most recognized for her relentless pursuit of optimizing individual and team performance over the past 15 years, she has had the opportunity to hone her expertise in talent acquisition, creating delightful employee experiences, inspiring teams to think bigger, and bottom-line orientation, ultimately creating great places to work.Brought to you by Aria Benefits and Life & Legacy Advisory Group

Mastering M&A Culture: Unveiling Expert Insights with Reynaldo Ramirez In this insightful podcast episode, we sit down with Reynaldo Ramirez, founder of Thrive HR Consulting, to discuss the crucial role of culture in M&A transactions. Reynaldo shares his expertise in conducting proper due diligence, particularly related to culture and people management. He elaborates on the importance of interacting with leadership teams, executive sponsors, and other key stakeholders during the M&A process. Reynaldo emphasizes the value of focusing on employee career and professional development as a means to maintain a positive culture and employee engagement. He highlights the significance of rewards and recognition during integration and the need to address compensation and benefit gaps to retain critical talent. We also explore the importance of company transparency regarding promises made to employees, including bonuses, equities, and training. Reynaldo delves into recurring challenges such as executive compensation and performance management integration in HR. Throughout the conversation, we touch upon essential tools and strategies for successful M&A integration, including the use of due diligence reports, weekly updates, robust integration plans, and communication plans. Reynaldo also shares a unique "shot clock" approach for day-one preparations and the value of providing employees with a clear calendar of expectations. As a special bonus for our listeners, Reynaldo offers a free development planning template and a weekly update template to help streamline your M&A process. Don't miss this valuable episode packed with expert advice on navigating culture and people management in M&A! ----- About Reynaldo Ramirez: • Versatile HR Leader with entrepreneurial passion, diverse industry experience, and a strong track record of success in HR. Adept at working in a demanding, fast-paced environment with key strengths in building relationships and delivering results. • Direct experience in managing complex acquisitions & divestitures, start-up organizations, consulting services and fast-growth operations. Specialties: Mergers & Acquisitions, Divestitures, Change Management, Talent Acquisition, Leadership Development, Strategy and Execution, and Total Rewards. • Has worked with marquee companies like Cisco, BMC Software, Cognizant Technology Solutions, Deloitte, and Cable and Wireless Communications For the freebies mentioned in the interview, please reach out at Rey@thrivehrconsulting.com ------- Hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Anirvan Sen⁠⁠⁠⁠, CEO of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Anahita Sen⁠⁠⁠⁠, Co-Facilitator of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠⁠, an business strategy advisory, and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------- Books mentioned: - ⁠⁠Klint C Kendrick. The HR Practitioner's Guide to Mergers & Acquisitions Due Diligence: Understanding the People, Leadership, and Culture Risks in M&A. - Klint C Kendrick. The HR Practitioner's Guide to Cultural Integration in Mergers & Acquisitions: Overcoming Culture Clash to Drive M&A Deal Value. - Steve Cadigan. Workquake: Embracing the Aftershocks of COVID-19 to Create a Better Model of Working.

Mastering the M&A Culture Puzzle: ⁠Klint C. Kendrick⁠ Reveals the Secrets to Successful Integration! - a podcast Show Notes: Season 3, Episode 7 – Interview with ⁠Klint C. Kendrick⁠ Join us in this captivating interview with Klint C. Kendrick, an expert in M&A and culture integration, as he shares his experience and insights on successfully navigating the complex world of organizational culture during mergers and acquisitions. Learn about the five key elements of culture, and how to assess and address cultural differences to ensure a smooth and successful M&A integration. In this episode, you'll discover: - Klint's definition of culture and why it matters in M&A - Examples of deals Klint has been involved in and his roles in those deals - The challenges organizations face when dealing with culture in M&A - A tale of two acquisitions: contrasting experiences where culture played a big role - The five key drivers of culture clash and three deal-related areas to focus on - Advice for practitioners on handling culture during M&A - The importance of honest communication from senior leadership during transformation projects Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an industry expert on how to tackle the often-overlooked aspect of culture in mergers and acquisitions. Tune in now and gain valuable insights to enhance your M&A strategy and success! ----- About ⁠Klint C. Kendrick⁠ • Results-oriented Human Resources professional offering 15+ years of experience leading key growth initiatives in diverse industries including manufacturing, aerospace and defense, media, and information technology (IT). • Expert in delivering innovative, high-quality, cost-effective solutions and people strategies to increase profitability and productivity through organizational effectiveness and employee engagement in a fast-paced environment. • Recognized as an authority on people, culture, and leadership issues in M&A who has presented at high-profile events sponsored by Thomson Reuters, Bloomberg BNA, McKinsey, Mercer, Willis Towers Watson, and Chicago Booth. • Acknowledged for providing collaborative solutions in a logical and people-focused manner that provides stability and reassurance during disruptive change. ------- Hosted by ⁠⁠⁠Anirvan Sen⁠⁠⁠, CEO of ⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Anahita Sen⁠⁠⁠, Co-Facilitator of ⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠ Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by ⁠⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠⁠, an business strategy advisory, and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------- Books mentioned: - ⁠Laura Queen. People Economics⁠ - ⁠Dave Bookbinder. The New ROI: Return on Individual⁠

Mastering M&A: The Crucial Role of Culture Podcast with Giovanni Amodeo In this episode of the podcast, Giovanni Amodeo, Chief Data Officer at ION Analytics, shares his insights on the importance of culture in M&A deals. According to Giovanni, engaging and motivating employees is crucial to ensure a successful merger or acquisition. He also highlights the significance of aligning incentives between the two companies involved in the M&A. Often, leaders of the acquired company may have their earn-outs tied to revenue, while the acquiring company's focus is on increasing EBITDA, leading to a disconnect in goals. During the pre-deal stage, it is common to interact only with top management, which may not provide an adequate understanding of the target company's culture. Giovanni suggests that empathy can be a powerful tool in bridging the cultural divide and achieving successful integration. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the importance of culture in M&A deals and how to navigate the challenges that arise during the integration process. ----- Giovanni Amodeo is a C-Level executive with over 20 years of experience in data and news in the financial market. He has public speaking experience (WEF among others), and he has been interviewed on TV (CNBC, Sky News Australia) and quoted in newspapers. He regularly moderates panels and gives presentations about trends at conferences and business schools. ------- Hosted by ⁠Anirvan Sen⁠, CEO of ⁠Fifth Chrome⁠, and ⁠Anahita Sen⁠, Co-Facilitator of ⁠Fifth Chrome⁠ Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by ⁠Fifth Chrome⁠, an business strategy advisory, and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------- Books mentioned: - Backable: Suneel Gupta - Building a Story Brand: Donald Miller - Good Leaders Ask Great Questions: John Maxwell

Why Culture fails in M&A and how to address them - Podcast with Anirvan Sen Hello, and welcome to our latest video on M&A integration. Despite the potential benefits of mergers and acquisitions, a large number of companies still fail with their transactions. One of the biggest reasons why they fail is culture. In fact, there are many reasons why M&As struggle with culture. Business leaders often do not give culture the importance it deserves and consider it fluff. It is often delegated to HR instead of being led by the business leaders themselves. And more importantly, companies try to change individual behaviors and beliefs without trying to change the underlying practices and structures. But there is a solution. Organizations that have realized this anomaly and have targeted underlying structures instead of just behaviors have been able to create specific interventions that can create extraordinary growth. In this episode, Anirvan shares a framework that is exactly based on addressing the underlying structures to create growth. The framework is called PROMISE, where the acronym stands for Professional Development, Rewards and Recognition, Organization Hierarchy and Leadership Styles, Management Systems, Innovation and Critical Thinking, Strategic Future, and Employee Experience. If you're interested in learning more about how you can improve your M&A integration and create growth for your organization, listen to this episode now. ----- Anirvan Sen is the CEO and Founder of Fifth Chrome, a business strategy advisory and training company specializing in M&A Integration and business growth. Anirvan has experience across the full M&A life-cycle starting from business strategy, deal origination, due diligence, closing and post-acquisition integration. He has a strong record of advising senior business leaders on growth, M&A, and transformation initiatives. He has mentored and trained 300+ professionals, and worked in 70+ countries across the globe. His clients include General Electric, Stryker, AkzoNobel, Coca-Cola, Kuehne + Nagel, Philips, and ManpowerGroup, as well as small and medium-sized enterprises, investment firms, and private equities. Anirvan is an experienced M&A thought leader who has authored 3 books and is the host of a podcast on “Stories on M&A” by Fifth Chrome Business Insights. Additionally, Fifth Chrome offers integration design scorecards, online M&A integration training, and industry insights research on people and culture-related aspects of M&A. ------- Hosted by Anirvan Sen, CEO of Fifth Chrome, and Anahita Sen, Co-Facilitator of Fifth Chrome Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by Fifth Chrome, an business strategy advisory, and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------ References mentioned: • PROMISE framework

How Culture Works in Fintech M&A World - Podcast with Alex Cross Show Notes: Alex got his bearing around culture when he was in the military. Over the years during his M&A stint, he encountered a lot of failures that prompted him to think hard and reflect on the cultural question. Culture is not about the values that get posted on the walls, it is not about what the CEO or the founder says about their companies, it is not about the annual employee assessment that gets sent out, culture is about “what are the ways of working, how do people work on a day to day basis, and what are the common strings that people can pull from that”. There is a lack of respect for the complexity of culture. Leaders think that it is an HR thing to deal with. In reality, it is a leadership thing. Alex shares examples from the eCommerce and financial world where culture played an important role especially around the way sales organizations integrated, how the culture was different, and what sort of challenges came up? In M&A integration, there is a tendency to make a lot of promises upfront. Unfortunately, many of them cannot be kept and it destroys trust. The biggest mistake companies make is not conducting a cultural assessment during due diligence not just about the target company but also, about themselves. By knowing yourself better through self-assessment, you can create better empathy. Alex Cross is an Operations Executive with a track record of creating a vision, leading operational strategy, and producing cross-functional insights for executives to maximize efficiency while inspiring cultural change to transform businesses. As a pragmatic, detail-oriented, and data-driven problem-solver who builds consensus, Alex has successfully introduced disciplines to track objectives against measurable results and led people to meet commitments. He thrives in fast-paced environments and possesses the courage to kickstart change using a proven playbook to achieve strategic goals. ------- Hosted by Anirvan Sen, CEO of Fifth Chrome, and Anahita Sen, Co-Facilitator of Fifth Chrome Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by Fifth Chrome, an business strategy advisory, and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------- Books mentioned: • Primal Leadership – Daniel Goleman, Richard Boyatzis, Annie McKee • Meditations – Marcus Aurelius, Gregory Hays • Good to Great – Jim Collins

How Culture impacts M&A in an International Setting - Podcast with Robert Heaton Show Notes: Culture is the whole set of behaviors combined to exhibit themselves as the way the organization behaves both internally as well as externally. In most cases, it is run by the senior leadership at the top, the way they run the business is also strengthened by the way it gets absorbed by the rest of the organization and the way they act. Culture is made of multiple building blocks. It is a set of behavior styles and principles. Due to FDA regulations, industries like pharma have very stringent requirements and as a result, it takes time for decision-making. On the other hand, engineering industries have little less stringent requirements and that allows quicker decision-making. Another challenge with culture is that organizations have a director of sales, and a director of HR but do not have a director of culture. Historically, companies have treated this touchy-feely topic as part of the HR (Human Resources) function. And in M&A, functions go about doing functional integrations. And as a function, there are several serious, more important functional topics even for HR that culture gets relegated to a lower priority. Culture is such an important part of M&A integration but the way modern-day leaders are educated i.e. focus on financial performance and numbers that culture is never given importance. So, unless you are exposed to executive leaders who make culture a central theme like Jack Welch, it is unlikely to feature as one of the central themes of an M&A. PROMISE framework developed by Fifth Chrome which has 7 elements mentioned. And the importance on how do build a balanced approach to those 7 elements during a cultural integration in M&A. Robert Heaton is a Technology Industry veteran and Sales Enablement specialist with Tier 1 global experience across EMEA, North America, and APJC. Extensive Post M&A integration and Divestment expertise. Consulting advisory in enabling technology to drive business outcomes, business performance improvement, business incubation, and business systems & process improvement. ------- Hosted by Anirvan Sen, CEO of Fifth Chrome, and Anahita Sen, Co-Facilitator of Fifth Chrome Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by Fifth Chrome, an business strategy advisory, and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------- Books mentioned: Jack Welch | Jack: Straight from the Gut Jack Welch and Suzy Welch | Winning: The Ultimate Business How-To Book

In this episode we discuss a number of business transformations topics such as digital, supply chain and the war for talent. Tax is strongly intertwined with the work to be done from a business viewpoint in these areas and can have major impact on the ultimate value generated. There's a huge pocket of value to be generated when business and tax go hand in hand. The speakers share their experience in supporting clients both from a business advisory and tax perspective.Have a look at all our previous episodes and stay up to date on www.pwc.be/tax-bites

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How has the culture changed in M&A since the 90s? This is the topic of this podcast on M&A Stories on Culture with Senior Practitioner Alain Bridoux. Show Notes: In the 90s, American companies dominated the M&A industry with a focus on "alignment." But as Alain Bridoux points out in our latest podcast episode, culture is so much more than just alignment. He delves into the impact of national culture on organizations and the importance of considering culture during the due diligence process. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode where Alain also shares insights on how companies can better integrate cultures and the role of retained owners in the process. Listen now and join the conversation on the importance of culture in M&A. #M&A #culture #due diligence Alain Bridoux is a senior M&A practitioner with more than 40 years of experience in multicultural and multifunctional positions acquired in different multinationals Currently an independent Consultant and Assistant Professor. Having been able to participate for six years in the impressive changes taking place in China has given him a taste for an extended lease of Business life and continuing connections with Asia. Since his return to France in 2012 collaboration with different well-established firms gave him excellent platforms to carry out flexible and diversified assignments in the Consulting and Educational fields After a Corporate career centered around Finance and Support Services his field of interest has expanded to cross-cultural expertise and International Business Development for SMEs ------- Hosted by Anirvan Sen, CEO Fifth Chrome, and Anahita Sen, Co-Facilitator Fifth Chrome Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by Fifth Chrome, an business strategy advisory, and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------- Books mentioned: • Vaclav Smil - Numbers do not lie • Jordan Ellenberg - How not to be wrong • Bernard Marr - Big Data • Jack Welch – Winning • Frederic Laloux - Reinventing Organizations • Erin Meyer - The Culture Map • Richard Nisbett: The geography of thought • Frons Trompenaars - Riding the waves of culture • Geert Hofstede - Cultures and organizations

This is a podcast on M&A Stories on Culture with Senior Practitioner Sarah Rodgers. Show Notes: The impact of Culture is huge in an integration. Every organization has its unique culture. One of the first things that Sarah learned about culture was the need to be onsite to get a better understanding of the acquired company's culture, the personalities involved, and how the companies work. Companies tend to put too much focus on numbers, synergies, rationales, and money aspects but at the end of the day, it is all about people and culture. Sarah talks about her early years of experience related to culture when she used to work with a company based in New York which had acquired a company in the midwest. She realized she needed to blend with their culture. You need to take care of your attire which needs to blend well with the acquired company culture. You should not come in with a pre-conceived agenda that whatever approach worked with your acquiring company will work with the acquired company. The ramifications of culture can be massive. In one of the examples she mentioned, the employees of the acquired company walked out with their key clients costing the acquiring company millions of dollars in lost revenue. Culture is not seen as important or too small to appear on the agenda of senior leaders or worse, they are so busy that they can't prioritize culture on their agenda. But the ultimate delusion that senior leaders have is that cultural integration will happen on its own. Culture should be dealt with respect, and should have transparent communication, and the right level of support. Watch the episode to know more. Sarah Rodgers is a senior M&A practitioner and has been involved in several integrations across different industries. She is a dynamic professional with a proven track record for leading programs and implementing change. She regularly handles complex business issues in the areas of business transformation through acquisition, merger, divestiture, or carve-outs. She has expertise in designing and delivering consistent program management, governance, change management, and interim leadership. ------- The hosts of the interview are: Anirvan Sen, CEO Fifth Chrome, Anahita Sen, Co-Facilitator Fifth Chrome Podcasts ------- This interview is part of a series run by Fifth Chrome , an business strategy advisory and training company specializing in M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ------- Books mentioned: Harvard Business Review Daring Greatly: Brene Brown Psychology of Money: Morgan Housel People Economics - Defining and Measuring the True Value of Human Capital: Laura Queen

What does it take to create enterprise-level business transformations? How does one understand and deal with the challenges of change? If you're an ambitious entrepreneur who longs for the answer to these questions, then this episode is for you. Today, we discuss the most effective approach to transformation at the enterprise level with none other than James Clark, a transformational business leader with 20 years of experience in general management, sales leadership, and commercial enablement at some of the world's most innovative and dynamic organizations. From understanding the problem to building a roadmap, join us as we take a quick but insightful walk through what it really takes to be successful with enterprise transformation!

In this episode of The Thinking Leader, Bryce Hoffman and Marcus Dimbleby discuss why so many business transformations fail and what leaders can do to make sure they succeed. You will learn: Why new ways of working don't work with old ways of thinking. Why cookiecutter solutions don't cut it. The value of the Three Cs: Clarity, Capability, and Culture. Mentioned in this episode: Iain Conn: https://www.nsenergybusiness.com/news/iain-conn-centrica-ceo-2019/ Jacques Nasser: https://www.thefreelibrary.com/%27Jack+the+Knife%27+sliced+out+of+Ford.-a079569023 Note: Bryce misattributed the quote about culture eating strategy for breakfast to Deming. It is properly attributed to Peter Drucker. Bryce knows this, but had not had enough coffee. Want to find out if you're a Red Team Thinker? Click here to take a free assessment and get your personalized report: https://www.redteamthinking.com/rttassessment Visit our website: https://redteamthinking.com Watch this episode on YouTube: www.red-team.tv Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/redteamthinking/ Connect with Bryce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brycehoffman/ Connect with Marcus: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusdimbleby/ Bestselling business author Bryce Hoffman and agility expert Marcus Dimbleby talk about decision making, strategy, resilience and leadership with some of the world's best CEOs, cognitive scientists, writers, and thinkers in this weekly podcast. Each episode offers new ideas and insights you can use to become a better leader and a better thinker – because bad leaders react, good leaders plan, and great leaders think!

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We are living in the digital age. Almost all our activities are digital. Many of us don't even remember the last time we used a pen and paper. This episode is about the benefits and the challenges that people face in this digital age and how we can live in this digital world without facing any problems. Today we have Ken van ierlant, Managing Director & Digital Strategist at FutureXL. About Ken van ierlant, Managing Director & Digital Strategist at FutureXL Seasoned and experienced Digital Strategy Director/ CDO/ CIO/IT Strategist & Program manager with 35 years of practical experience in Business Transformations & Turn Around programs with a strong digital component as a CIO/CDO/CEO or senior IT executive. Gives lectures around the globe on the theme "The exchange between Digital transformation & IT transitions with new economics and architectures” If you're interested in the future of technology, challenges of the digital world, and predictions for the digital world, don't miss this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tbcy/support

Presented by Sabrina Malter as part of the KaiNexus Continuous Improvement Webinar series. For decades, executives and academics have talked about the need to build “learning organizations.” That sounds good, but what does it mean in a practical sense? How can leaders unveil the potential of their people and their organizations? In this webinar, we will discuss: Why we have to build a Learning Organization deliberately Leadership practices to promote organizational learning Human skills to promote organizational learning Sabrina Malter is passionate about creating a work environment where everyone can bring their full self to work and make the boldest impact for the organization and beyond. She loves to challenge, encourage, and support organizations that embark on their learning and growth journey. Sabrina brings her passion to life as a Leadership and Learning Coach & Consultant at her own business, Unveil Business Consulting. She understands the power of Lean thinking in working towards her vision with a special expertise and skill in Kata Coaching, Leadership Development and Cultural Change. Sabrina's 25 years of industry background brought her experience and expertise in Business Transformations, Organizational Development and Strategy Management. Her educational background includes a M.Sc. in Sustainability Management from The Open University, UK, as well as further study on Leading People Centered Change, Leadership Coaching, and Professional Resilience. Sabrina lives with her husband and two daughters in the south of Germany.

A preview of a podcast to be presented by Sabrina Malter on April 11, 2022. Register to attend live or view the recording "Building a Learning Organization: Leadership Practices & Human Skills that Promote Learning" For decades, executives and academics have talked about the need to build “learning organizations.” That sounds good, but what does it mean in a practical sense? How can leaders unveil the potential of their people and their organizations? In this webinar, we will discuss: Why we have to build a Learning Organization deliberately Leadership practices to promote organizational learning Human skills to promote organizational learning. Why we have to build a Learning Organization deliberately Leadership practices to promote organizational learning Human skills to promote organizational learning Note: The webinar will be presented live, in English, but a German language recording will also be made available a few days in advance. Q&A will also be conducted in English. Sabrina Malter is passionate about creating a work environment where everyone can bring their full self to work and make the boldest impact for the organization and beyond. She loves to challenge, encourage, and support organizations that embark on their learning and growth journey. Sabrina brings her passion to life as a Leadership and Learning Coach & Consultant at her own business, Unveil Business Consulting. She understands the power of Lean thinking in working towards her vision with a special expertise and skill in Kata Coaching, Leadership Development and Cultural Change. Sabrina's 25 years of industry background brought her experience and expertise in Business Transformations, Organizational Development and Strategy Management. Her educational background includes a M.Sc. in Sustainability Management from The Open University, UK, as well as further study on Leading People Centered Change, Leadership Coaching, and Professional Resilience. Sabrina lives with her husband and two daughters in the south of Germany. Connect with Sabrina on LinkedIn.

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2021 may not have been the year that we have all hoped for, but it still brought good changes in our lives. We saw disastrous events happening in big business conglomerates, and we also saw significant wins for small business owners. In this episode, the Business Geeks share their thoughts and opinions about the innovative … Continue reading "047: Innovative Business Transformations from 2021"

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Rodolfo Santamaria is an accomplished C-Level executive with success driving multi-million-dollar Business Transformations, End-to-End Supply Chain, and Operations to support growth, innovation, maximizing profits, and building market share within highly complex business climates. Here are a few of the topics we'll discuss on this episode of Consulting with Authority:Rodolfo's experience as a transformation and operation strategist and consultant.How Rodolfo helps companies understand the internet of things.The key aspects of making a transformation from a strategic execution plan to real-world implementation.The steps you should take before making a proposal to a prospect.The proposal process and how to effectively develop a proposal.The best ways for a consultant to grow their business.How to create opportunities with strategic partners.How to win large organizational accounts.Resources:Smart Solutions MediaConnecting with Rodolfo Santamaria:LinkedInEmailWebsiteConnecting with the host:Scott Cantrell on LinkedIn

A year in review. The Safety Guru's Top 10 themes and ideas from our 2021 season! Get caught up with the ideas that will help you leave a legacy in 2022! Happy Holidays! Special thanks to our 2021 season guests: Nick Marks, Michelle Brown, Donald G. James, Kina Hart, Tricia Kagerer, Curtis Weber, Brandon Williams, Candace Carnahan, Dr. Tim Ludwig, Alfred Ricci, Dr. Josh Williams, Dr. Mark Fleming, Gardner Tabon, Steve Spear, Spencer Beach, Eduardo Lan, Dr. Keita Franklin, Jason Anker, John Westhaver, Dr. Tim Marsh, Glen Cook (Cookie), Dr. Suzanne Kearns, Dr. Robert Sinclair and Russ & Laurel Youngstrom. About the Host: Eric Michrowski is a globally recognized thought leader and guru in Operations and Safety Culture Transformations. A highly sought-after Executive speaker on the global stage, he has led executive training programs, coached the C-Suite, and connected with thousands of Fortune 500 senior leaders. He has been featured on TV, in articles, and Podcasts, hosts syndicated show on the premiere business podcast C-Suite Radio and has an upcoming ForbesBooks book to be published next year. His approach is anchored in evidence-based research and practical applications in Human Performance, Process Excellence, and Organizational Change. He brings over 25-years hands-on experience in Operations Management, Culture & Business Transformations, and Safety having worked across a broad range of industries. Across his work, he has achieved substantial improvements in Safety, Operational and Financial Performance, and Employee Engagement, always by incorporating Epic Cultures to maximize results and sustainability. Connect with Eric at https://www.ericmichrowski.com More Episodes: https://www.thesafetyculture.guru/ Powered By Propulo Consulting: https://www.propulo.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For this episode of the Planet MicroCap Podcast, I spoke with Edward Chang. He is the Founder of Pledge Capital, and we met recently via Twitter after seeing he shared a recent episode of Compounders. After doing some research on Edward and his firm, Pledge Capital, I can't believe its taken me this long to find and have him on the show. As the title alludes, our conversation is all about hunting for compounders or companies undergoing transformations that could lead to a compounding scenario; the latter point being explored the most. I really enjoyed learning about Edward's approach and he shares a few case studies that support his thesis. For more information about Pledge Capital, please visit: http://www.pledge.capital/ You can Follow Edward Chang on Twitter @edwardwchang: https://twitter.com/edwardwchang Planet MicroCap Podcast is on YouTube! All archived episodes and each new episode will be posted on the SNN Network YouTube channel. I've provided the link in the description if you'd like to subscribe. You'll also get the chance to watch all our Video Interviews with management teams, educational panels from the conference, as well as expert commentary from some familiar guests on the podcast. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1Q5Yfym Click here to rate and review the Planet MicroCap Podcast The Planet MicroCap Podcast is brought to you by SNN Incorporated, publishers of StockNewsNow.com, The Official MicroCap News Source, and the MicroCap Review Magazine, the leading magazine in the MicroCap market. You can Follow the Planet MicroCap Podcast on Twitter @BobbyKKraft  

FINALLY, step onto your leadership path through heart-centered guidance + empowerment w/ the babes of NBCC 2021!We are all needed on this planet. The incredible souls of NBCC are here to remind you that the life of your dreams is waiting. If you are ready to serve on purpose and build a business as your fullest self, the Natalia Benson Coaching Certification is for YOU.“Transformation is possible when you are willing to put in the work and get uncomfortable.”— Natalia BensonNatalia is deeply honored to introduce you to some of the exquisite beings from the Natalia Benson Coaching Certification 2021! Each of these babes answered the call in their hearts to serve, and they exemplify what conscious business is all about — cultivating vehicles for our contribution while on this planet. IN THIS EPIC GROUP INTERVIEW WE EXPLORE:Powerful breakthroughs, moments, and challenges of NBCCThe necessity of community in building successHow the life of your dreams will require your highest self and imperfect actionThe importance of empowering humans who are mission-driven, heart-centered, and self-accountableBuilding confidence and self-worth by moving through fearTruly appreciating the journey of growthNBCC 2022 - SPACE IS LIMITED - ENROLL IN NBCC 2022 HERE:https://www.nataliabenson.com/nbccFOLLOW THE NBCC BABES:Rachel Autumn @rachelautumn_pauseplaywellness.comKelsey Megan Kennedy @kelseymegankennedy@blossomandstone@chrysalisfitnesslaCooper Gillespie@coopergillespiecoopergillespie.comNicole Serrano @5thhouse.co5thhouse.coCushi Ming@cushimingcushiming4.wixsite.com/raisingconsciousnessDO YOU WANT TO BE AN ASTROLOGER?ASTROLOGY EMPOWERMENT BUSINESS CERTIFICATIONhttps://www.nataliabenson.com/astrologybiz-certSupport the show (http://www.nataliabenson.com/shop)

A new traveler profile is emerging: the post-pandemic “bleisure” traveler. Hear from industry experts on how connected experiences will help these travelers get more of what they want: combining work and leisure, appropriate work spaces on the road, and service on-demand. Meet Gonzalo Carpintero, VP of Operations EMEA and Head of Business Transformations at Radisson. Learn how hospitality companies can embrace change in business travel.

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What holds most Product people back?  Hint: it's not ability. For this week's podcast, we talked with Martina Hodges-Schell and Teresa Leighty about how to make changes in your company's environment that actually work, for you, and your teams.Featured Links: Follow Martina on LinkedIn, Twitter & her Website｜Follow Teresa on LinkedIn and Twitter | Heath & Sea | John Chambers article 'The key to business transformation? Empowering your people'

In this episode of Business Transformations, Adam Edwards is joined by TelcoDataCloud Director, Asa Grund, where they discuss TelcoDataCloud's journey to get to where they are today and what their future looks like.

In this episode of Business Transformations, Adam Edwards is joined Cloud Warriors Founder and CRO, Eric Chanh, and President and CEO, Chris Nebel, by where they discuss Cloud Warrior's journey to get to where they are today and what their future looks like.

In this episode of Business Transformations, Adam Edwards brings on Sumo Communications Founder and President, Bret Hickenlooper, to discuss the three pivotal moments in the history of Sumo that helped them become what they are today.

In this episode of Business Transformations, Adam Edwards is joined by Select Communications President and CEO, Jerry Goldman, where they discuss Jerry's unique journey to get to where he is today and what Select Communications future looks like.

In this episode of Business Transformations, Adam Edwards is joined by Broadband Consultant's co-founder and owner, Mark Prudell, where they discuss Broadband Consultants journey to get to where they are today and what their future looks like.

In this episode of Business Transformations, Adam Edwards brings on President and Director of A1 BizCom, Ruben Piña Jr, where they discuss the pivotal moment that A1 BizCom changed their business strategy and their three mottos of quality, integrity, and value.

In this episode of Business Transformations, Adam Edwards is joined by Broadband Consulting co-founder and owner, Mark Prudell, where they discuss Broadband Consulting's journey to get to where they are today and what their future looks like.

Joseph Sudhip has one mission in his professional career. To fulfill Business Owners dreams, build unique business models, solid revenue streams and provide growth, to empower all those on a mission - to create a lasting contribution. The Business Model Coach has helped multiple companies to build great businesses. Sudhip joined me this week to break down his approach to ensuring businesses are placed on the correct path and given the correct resources needed to succeed. You can follow Joseph on Instagram @joseph_sudhip

Heather McGowan is an extraordinary leader, thinker, and future-of-work strategist. She is an author and speaker who has a lot of insight about the future of work, the future of our relationships with one another, and the skills it will take to thrive in the fourth industrial revolution. Heather is not one to tout a dystopian future but believes that humans need to think differently about how we prepare for work and how we work in order to thrive in the future of it.   In the second of this two-part episode of The Culture Gap, Heather shares more about the culture needed to survive and thrive in this modern context, as well as the role of technology and machines in influencing corporate culture. She shares some insights about her new book coming out in spring, The Adaptation Advantage, and some advice for the leaders and the youth of today. Welcome to Culture Gap.   Key Takeaways: [:43] Daniel introduces his guest for this episode — Heather McGowan. [1:28] What kind of culture should a new company adopt in order to survive and thrive in this new global context? [3:26] What would be one value or behavior that would be the linchpin to achieve the goals and vision Heather has for her hypothetical company? [6:17] What are the relationships between the workforce and machines, and how does that play out in the company's culture? [9:05] What is Heather's advice to help them and their workforce move past the fear that technology will take over your job one day? [13:43] Heather's new book, The Adaptation Advantage, comes out in spring. Why did Heather write it and what is the biggest reason CEOs should read it? [16:55] What would Heather's advice be to her younger self? [17:29] What are some things Heather would advise a future president to say at her inaugural address? [19:09] What advice does Heather have for a young girl?   Brought to You By: The Culture Gap Podcast THRUUE Podfly Productions   Learn more about: Heather McGowan Parasite [Movie] Start with Why, by Simon Sinek “The Top 20 Business Transformations of the Last Decade,” HBR The Adaptation Advantage, by Chris Shipley and Heather McGowan

In today's podcast episode, Paul and Gio are recorded at Star GB's recent open house event in Derby where they discuss all things sliding-head lathe related. They hear from customers of Star GB and...

In today's podcast episode, Paul and Gio are recorded at Star GB's recent open house event in Derby where they discuss all things sliding-head lathe related. They hear from customers of Star GB and...

Most business owners still don't follow Michael Gerber's most basic advice.