Podcasts about Chief strategy officer

Most brands overlook underrepresented and underserved consumers — but these are the communities driving the biggest growth opportunities today. In this episode of Inclusion & Marketing, Sonia Thompson sits down with Edgar Hernandez, Chief Strategy Officer at MyCode, the U.S.'s largest multicultural media company. Together they unpack how MyCode helps brands grow by engaging the audiences most marketers ignore — and why “growth communities” should be at the center of every modern marketing strategy. You'll learn why inclusive marketing is growth marketing, what forward-thinking brands are doing differently, and how your team can use inclusion as a powerful driver of business results. Get the Inclusion & Marketing Newsletter - www.inclusionandmarketing.com/newsletter Edgar Hernandez - edgar@mycodemedia.com My Code - https://mycodemedia.com/

In this episode, I talk with Sarah Beckman, PE, SMIEEE, Chief Strategy Officer at Ulteig, about valuability in civil engineering and how it transforms project delivery, talent engagement, and community impact. We explore how valuability helps engineering professionals balance client satisfaction, employee well-being, and community outcomes while navigating today's rapid technological changes and evolving infrastructure […] The post Valuability in Civil Engineering for Long-Term Project Success – Ep 298 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

Newt talks with Chris Ambrose, President and Chief Strategy Officer of Anduril, a U.S. based company revolutionizing military capabilities with advanced technology for the United States and allied forces. Unlike traditional defense contractors, Anduril rapidly develops and deploys cutting-edge technology by privately funding research and selling ready-to-use products, significantly reducing costs and time. Brose discusses the company's approach to scalable production, drawing parallels to commercial manufacturing exemplified by companies like Tesla. A key highlight is the Ghost Shark project with the Royal Australian Navy, an autonomous undersea vehicle developed in collaboration with Australia, showcasing a successful co-investment model and rapid production timeline. Their conversation also covers the implications of autonomous systems in warfare, the potential for scaling production to enhance military capabilities, as well as the importance of evolving defense strategies to meet future challenges.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the government shutdown is holding the release of the Jobs Report, ManpowerGroup Chief Strategy Officer Becky Frankiewicz says "the official jobs report might be on pause, but labor market keeps moving and our data shows a market in transition." Frankiewicz spoke with Bloomberg's Jonathan Ferro about the transition in the labor market and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voices is a new mini-series from Humanitarian AI Today. In daily five-minute flashpods we pass the mic to innovators, researchers and practitioners on the humanitarian front lines, delivering real-time news on how they are building, testing and collaborating on uses of artificial intelligence. On this Voices flashpod, Perry Hewitt, Chief Strategy Officer at Data.org joins Humanitarian AI Today podcast host Brent Phillips to discuss Data.org's role in supporting the social impact community's transition into digital and its transition now into data and AI, and Data.org's new report ‘Accelerate What's Possible' - a roadmap for how data and AI can be used innovatively and intentionally to drive social impact. They also touch on Data.org's Activate AI: Economic Opportunity Challenge, their partnership with Zoom and the next Accelerate conference taking place in June 2026 in Bogotá, Colombia on the Javeriana University campus. Notes: https://humanitarianaitoday.substack.com/p/perry-hewitt-from-dataorg-on-accelerating

What happens when we come together to change our world for the better? How can we help nonprofits expand their capacity and prepare for the future? And what are local organizations and individuals doing to make a difference right here in their own backyard?This week, our podcast host Greg Bedalov joins three community leaders – representing the public, private, and nonprofit sectors – to explore how they're creating lasting change through collective impact.Special GuestsMike Sitrick, President & CEO, DuPage FoundationGreg Schwarze, DuPage County Board, District 6Jim Mark, Managing Director, Private Markets & Chief Strategy Officer, Wight & CompanyDive DeeperWant to make a difference? DuPage Foundation partners with individuals, families, and organizations to make a collective impact across DuPage County. Learn how you can get involved here.Want to learn more? Episode 18 of the DuPage Business Beat explores how the DuPage County Health Department's new Crisis Recovery Center is helping people get the care they need—while reducing the burden on local emergency rooms. Listen here.Want to get inspired? To hear the story of one major DuPage County philanthropist, listen to Episode 21 of the Beat, where Greg interviews John P. Calamos, Sr.As always, we'd like to thank the College of DuPage for supporting today's episode. To keep up with what's happening in DuPage County and the Chicagoland region, follow Choose DuPage on social media or visit ChooseDuPage.com/Ready.

In this episode of Dear Church, Chris talks with Blair Schroeder, Chief Strategy Officer at Abilene Christian University, about the future of Christian higher education. They explore why students should consider a Christian university, what makes ACU unique, and the role faith plays in shaping academic and personal growth. Blair brings extensive experience in higher education leadership, strategy, and community engagement, offering valuable insights into how Christian colleges can prepare the next generation of leaders while staying true to their mission and values.   Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Website: https://www.rippleoflight.org/ ROL Facebook: http://facebook.com/rippleoflight ROL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rippleoflight ROL YouTube: http://youtube.com/rippleoflight ROL Rumble: http://rumble.com/rippleoflight   Have a question? Email Chris at chris.mccurley@rippleoflight.com.  

What if the key to standing out wasn't finding your niche… but attacking the norm? Learn more at https://justcreative.com/podcast In this provocative episode, we sit down with Todd Irwin, Chief Strategy Officer at Fazer and author of the new book De-Positioning (Amazon), to challenge the status quo of brand strategy. Drawing on decades of experience with both global giants and venture-backed startups, Todd reveals why traditional positioning frameworks are falling short—and how De-Positioning flips the script. You'll learn: Why most brand positioning fails to drive real impactHow to win by challenging category conventionsWhat CMOs and founders get wrong about brand-growth alignmentHow to put De-Positioning into practice in your own brand today Whether you're a strategist, creative, or founder, this episode will give you a sharp new lens to rethink how your brand competes.

Meet Kate Parsons, the newest member of the CAPS Network team! In this conversation, Kate shares her journey from teacher to principal at Da Vinci Schools to nonprofit founder of Portal Learning. Now serving as Chief Strategy Officer, she brings a passion for authentic, career-connected learning experiences and a pragmatic approach to sustainable growth. Kate and Corey discuss the challenges of scaling while maintaining the human-centered culture that makes CAPS special, the power of employer ecosystems, and why students need experiences that are real—not simulated.The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 120 programs, in 20+ states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead.Find us!Twitter: @capsnetLinkedIn: CAPS NetworkFacebook: CAPS NetworkInstagram: @capsnetwork

In this episode, host Sandy Vance, along with Anand Iyer, discuss Welldoc's core philosophy of responsible innovation, particularly how they are pushing the boundaries of AI while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, compliance, and member trust. Anand reveals how Welldoc is shaping the future of AI in healthcare by collaborating with the FDA, addressing bias, and leading a national effort for interoperability. Discover why responsibility, trust, and consumer empowerment are the keys to turning digital health innovation into safer, more proactive care. Healthcare innovation must be responsible in order to be effective.In this episode, they talk about:Healthcare innovation must be responsible.The four levels of AI and how they are best usedWorking with the FDA to advance safe, high-risk features.Driving interoperability, reducing friction, and encouraging consumer empowerment.Addressing Bias by using diverse data, garnering trust, and establishing the right guardrailsGovernance through consistent standardsPartnerships are the key to growing AI responsiblyKey Takeaways:Trust, safety, and compliance are non-negotiable foundations of innovation.Regulators are partners in shaping the future of AI, not barriers.Responsible AI creates safer, more equitable, and more proactive careA Little About Anand Iyer:Anand is a respected global digital health innovator and leader, most known for his insights on and experience with technology, strategy, and regulatory policy. Anand has been instrumental in Welldoc's success and the development of BlueStar®, the first FDA-cleared digital therapeutic for adults with type 2 diabetes. Since joining Welldoc in 2008, he has held core leadership positions that included President and Chief Operating Officer and Chief Strategy Officer. In 2013, Anand was named “Maryland Healthcare Innovator of the Year” in the field of mobile health. Anand was also recognized as a top AI thought leader globally when he was named to Constellation Research's prestigious AI 150 list in 2024.

Guests: Andrew Diss, Chief Strategy Officer, Meruelo Gaming

Eric Zuncic is Global Managing Director & Chief Product Officer at Forsman & Bodenfors, leading the intersection of business strategy and creative innovation across the agency's global operations. Previously, he served as Chief Strategy Officer at DDB North America, and held senior strategic roles at agencies like Crispin Porter + Bogusky and Mekanism, working with major brands such as McDonald's' PepsiCo, and American Airlines. He holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and has a reputation for bridging creativity, product thinking, and business strategy in the agency world.

Guests: Andrew Diss, Chief Strategy Officer, Meruelo Gaming

GIIA partnered with McKinsey's Global Infrastructure Initiative (GII) for its recent global summit in Los Angeles, “A New Era for Infrastructure.” At the summit, our Chief Executive Jon Phillips chaired a panel on navigating geopolitical complexity with Luba Nikolina, Chief Strategy Officer at IFM Investors. McKinsey also launched a new report, “The Infrastructure Moment: Investing in the Expanding Foundations of Modern Society,” exploring how infrastructure is being redefined, the growing interdependencies across sectors (such as energy, water, and digital for data centers), and the implications for both investors and governments. In this episode, Jon is joined by Luba and Simon Beer, Partner at StepStone, to share their key takeaways from the summit and discuss the latest sector trends. For a deeper dive into the report's biggest themes, Jon also speaks with Alastair Green, Partner at McKinsey.

Empathy might be one of the most essential skills for learning designers, and there's no better place to learn it than design thinking. That's why, in this episode, I am joined by Sheryl Cababa, a design researcher and strategist, and the Chief Strategy Officer at Optimistic Design, to give us some insight into her process.She clarifies what design thinking is and what it entails, how it can help us design better learning solutions and navigate stakeholders in the decision-making process, and three principles that will get you a level deeper in the analysis phase.▶️ 3 Design Thinking Principles for Learning & Development Pros with Sheryl Cababa ▶️ Key Points:03:37 How Sheryl is helping clients reimagine education with design08:31 Design thinking or human-centered design in a nutshell12:20 The significant benefits of using a design thinking approach in L&D17:52 Understand everyone's incentives19:42 Always center the end user in your work20:45 Think about your most extreme users24:28 Valuable resources to get started with design thinkingResources from this episode:Get Sheryl's book Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking For Designers.For a toolkit with practical tips on applying human-centered design, access IDEO's Design Kit.For a breakdown of what it means to do research around design and user experience, check out the book: Just Enough Research by Erika Hall.Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collectiveWas this episode helpful? If you're listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, follow and leave a review!

What does a banana have to do with data strategy? In this episode of the Chief Strategy Officer Podcast, we sit down with Claudio Finol, Chief Strategy Officer at Fyffes, one of the world's oldest and most recognized produce companies. Fyffes bananas, pineapples, and melons may be a familiar sight in your grocery store, but behind the scenes the company is navigating some of the most complex strategy challenges of our time—climate change, global supply chains, digitization, and the disruptive power of data. Claudio shares how Chief Strategy Officers across industries can learn from agriculture—a sector as old as civilization—about using data to push Michael Porter's productivity frontier, transform traditional business models, and even create new revenue streams. From John Deere's reinvention into a data-driven platform company to the strategic tension between optimizing your core and monetizing aggregated data, this conversation uncovers lessons every CSO should hear. Things We Will Cover in This Episode:- How Fyffes is blending tradition with transformation in the global produce industry. - Why data is no longer just supporting products—it is becoming the product. - Michael Porter's productivity frontier and its relevance in the AI era. - How companies like John Deere turned data into a competitive advantage and 95th-percentile growth engine. - The two strategic paths with data: optimizing the core vs. creating new data products. - What CSOs must do today to prepare their organizations for digitization, AI, and data-driven business models.  Why ListenIf you're a Chief Strategy Officer, innovation leader, or executive thinking about the future of business, Claudio's insights will challenge you to rethink what business you're really in. Whether you're managing physical products, digital platforms, or services, this episode shows how data strategy, AI readiness, and organizational culture can define the competitive frontier in the years ahead.  Learn more about Outthinker's community of chief strategy officers - https://outthinkernetwork.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/outthinker-networks

In SSPI's Accelerate Change podcast series, sponsored by SES, we explore how creative collaboration is transforming the pace of innovation across the space and satellite industry. SES is championing a new era - one where partnerships, agile technologies, and bold ideas are breaking old cycles and building a more connected future. Through conversations with leaders in cloud, telecommunications, sustainability, and space infrastructure, we dive into the stories shaping the next frontier of global connectivity. In the fifth and final episode, we hear from Nihar Shah, Chief Strategy Officer at SES, who joins SSPI's Tamara Bond-Williams to explore how SES is redefining the industry's long investment cycles. Nihar Shah is SES's Chief Strategy Officer, driving strategic clarity and unlocking long-term business value for the organization. Having joined SES in 2006, Nihar has held various progressive managements roles in Market Research & Analysis and Strategic Market Development. Nihar was also part of the SES team that evaluated the company's investment into O3b Networks, defining SES's successful diversification strategy to global network services. Prior to SES, he worked for several years in consulting for the commercial and government space sector, and has lived and worked in India, the US and the Netherlands. Nihar holds a BA in Economics, an MA in International Space & Technology Policy from George Washington University, and a Joint MBA from Georgetown & ESADE.

What happens when a startup founder discovers that leading people is a completely different job than building products?

Jason Kwon is the Chief Strategy Officer at OpenAI.In this episode of World of DaaS, Jason and Auren discuss:Compute bottlenecks and power infrastructure challengesUser expectations vs AI capabilitiesGeopolitical competition in AI developmentBringing top AI talent to the United StatesLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Jason Kwon on X at @jasonkwon.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Join us in this episode of Breaking Into Cybersecurity as we chat with Motti Tal from Tel Aviv. Motti shares his journey from a computer science student inspired by his father's mainframe work to becoming a key player in the cybersecurity industry. He discusses his career path, evolving from Navy software developer to management roles, eventually focusing on cybersecurity. Motti emphasizes the importance of foundational skills, the impact of AI on the industry, and the critical need to combine human innovation with technology to combat evolving cyber threats. He also talks about his current role at Memcyco, where he's addressing digital impersonation and protecting businesses and consumers from scams. This episode is packed with valuable insights and tips for anyone looking to enter the cybersecurity field or pivot within the tech industry.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:57 Early Career and Inspirations06:27 Transition to Cybersecurity17:53 Challenges and Perspectives on AI18:04 Current Work and Innovations25:08 Advice for Aspiring Professionals29:38 Final Thoughts and FarewellSponsored by CPF Coaching LLC - http://cpf-coaching.comThe Breaking into Cybersecurity: It's a conversation about what they did before, why did they pivot into cyber, what the process was they went through Breaking Into Cybersecurity, how they keep up, and advice/tips/tricks along the way.The Breaking into Cybersecurity Leadership Series is an additional series focused on cybersecurity leadership and hearing directly from different leaders in cybersecurity (high and low) on what it takes to be a successful leader. We focus on the skills and competencies associated with cybersecurity leadership and tips/tricks/advice from cybersecurity leaders.Develop Your Cybersecurity Career Path: How to Break into Cybersecurity at Any Level https://www.amazon.com/dp/1955976007/Hack the Cybersecurity Interview: A complete interview preparation guide for jumpstarting your cybersecurity career https://www.amazon.com/Hack-Cybersecurity-Interview-Interviews-Entry-level/dp/1835461298/

Learn how to elevate Data Protection in the Age of AI with Ronan Murphy In this episode of CISO Tradecraft, host G Mark Hardy and guest Ronan Murphy, Chief Strategy Officer at Forcepoint, discuss the critical importance of data protection for enterprises in the age of AI. Discover expert insights on common mistakes CISOs make, how AI revolutionizes data security, and the evolving role of CISOs from enforcers to strategists. Learn about effective data governance, AI's impact on data, and leveraging tools like DLP & CASB for robust cybersecurity. Plus, hear about Forcepoint Aware 2025 and actionable strategies for elevating your organization's data security posture. https://www.forcepoint.com/aware Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Data Security 00:26 Meet the Expert: Ronan Murphy's Background 02:40 Challenges in Data Protection 04:01 The Role of AI in Data Security 06:26 Strategies for Effective Data Management 19:05 Understanding Data Loss Prevention (DLP) 20:36 Exploring Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB) 24:37 Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) 38:36 The Future Role of CISOs 40:30 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

The Rubber Duck Derby is this coming weekend! We get the details from John Sillars, Chief Strategy Officer for Second Harvest Food Bank.

US-born extremism is on the rise and spreading beyond our borders. The US-based Active Club network is now taking root across the globe. Active Clubs are one of the latest iterations of extremist groups, blending physical training such as mixed martial arts with fascism. What led to the creation of these clubs that use something as innocuous as fitness as a recruitment tool for teaching hate? Heidi Beirich, Chief Strategy Officer & Co-Founder of the Global Project Against Hate and Extremism, joins USA TODAY's The Excerpt to discuss her research into the Active Club network.Have feedback on the show? Please send us an email at podcasts@usatoday.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Intuitive Customer, Professor Ryan Hamilton is joined by guest co-host Ben Shaw, Chief Strategy Officer at MullenLowe, to explore the enduring role of brand archetypes in marketing and customer experience. They revisit the origins of archetypes in Jungian psychology and the influential book The Hero and the Outlaw (Pearson & Mark), before debating how useful the framework remains today. Together, they discuss the power of archetypes to create consistency, unlock creativity, and guide internal decision-making while also recognizing their limitations, risks of rigidity, and occasional resemblance to horoscopes. The conversation ranges from brand strategy in B2B to the impact of AI agents on future purchasing, highlighting how archetypes can still be adapted, evolved, and made practical for modern brand building.

Ian De Bode, Chief Strategy Officer at Ondo Finance, joined me to discuss how Ondo is helping institutions tokenize a wide range of assets.Topics: - Ondo Global Markets - How Ondo working with TradFi institutions - Kinexys by J.P. Morgan using Ondo Blockchain - Mastercard partnership - Dynamic between private and public chains- Tokenization market outlook

Guest: Eric ScaliseMinistry: Hope for the HeartPosition: President & Chief Strategy OfficerBook: The Care and Counsel Handbook: A Quick Reference Guide of Biblical Answers for 100 Real-Life Issues(Also, a preview of the Hope Together Conference, available online, September 25-27, 2025)Websites: hopefortheheart.org, hopetogether.com

Podcast Show Notes: Pankaj Patel – Redefining Networking and Security in the Age of AI Guest: Pankaj Patel, Founder and CEO of Nile | Former EVP and Chief Development Officer at Cisco | Partner at JC2 Ventures | Senior Advisor at March Capital Episode Overview In this episode, we sit down with Pankaj Patel, one of the most influential leaders in enterprise technology. As the former engineering head of Cisco's $38 billion portfolio with a $6 billion R&D budget, and now the founder and CEO of Nile, Pankaj brings unparalleled insight into the future of networking, AI, and enterprise security. Pankaj shares lessons from building and leading global engineering organizations, the principles he applied to acquisitions and innovation at scale, and why he believes simplicity and security must define the next era of enterprise technology. We also explore how Nile is disrupting the status quo, delivering secure and simple networking as a service, and why Pankaj considers this company the fulfillment of an “unfulfilled mission” in his career. Whether you're a technology executive, founder, or investor, this conversation offers invaluable perspective on how to navigate complexity, embrace AI, and prepare for the enterprise networks of the future. What You'll Learn in This Episode Leadership at scale: What it was like managing 29,000 engineers and a $6 billion R&D budget at Cisco. Acquisition strategy: How Pankaj evaluated companies for acquisition and integration. The AI reality check: Why many legacy companies are calling themselves AI-first, and whether the claims hold up. Simplicity in enterprise tech: Why products have historically been built around complexity, and why simplifying networks is both challenging and essential. Security reimagined: What truly makes a system secure, why humans are often the weakest link, and how AI will transform security. The “unfulfilled mission”: Why Pankaj launched Nile and how the company is disrupting the networking industry. Future of enterprise tech: How networking, AI, and security are converging to reshape the next decade. Investor perspective: What Pankaj looks for in founders and startups as a board member, advisor, and venture partner. Key Questions We Discuss What principles guided your allocation of Cisco's $6 billion R&D budget? What criteria did you use when acquiring companies, and how did you evaluate integration risk? Why has enterprise tech often thrived on complexity, and how is Nile changing that? How do you see AI shaping the future of networking and security? What advice would you give to enterprises overwhelmed by legacy systems? What was the “unfulfilled mission” that led you to launch Nile? How has your leadership style evolved from managing tens of thousands at Cisco to leading a focused startup team? What do you look for in founders when joining boards or investing? How will the convergence of networking, AI, and security define the next 5–10 years? About Pankaj Patel Pankaj Patel is the Founder and CEO of Nile, where he is reimagining the future of networking by delivering secure, simple, and customer-obsessed services. Previously, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer at Cisco, overseeing the company's $38 billion product portfolio. He is also a Partner and Chief Strategy Officer at JC2 Ventures, a Senior Advisor at March Capital, and serves on the boards of several leading technology startups. Connect with Pankaj Patel LinkedIn: Pankaj Patel Nile: https://nilesecure.com Disclaimer The views expressed in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Please consult with a qualified professional regarding your specific situation. The views expressed are those of the guest and host and do not necessarily reflect the views of Finalis Inc. or Finalis Securities LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. #ai #cybersecurity #nilesecure #siliconvalley #podcast

In this Quick Hit, we continue our Creative Series, focused on the issues facing creative agencies today and how they need to evolve to stay relevant. Our 5th special guest is Mark Hughes, Partner and Chief Strategy Officer of Oodle. They're a digital marketing agency that creates captivating experiences to help brands stand out and drive results. Make sure to listen to the full episode here

In this episode of TubbTalk, Richard talks to Scott Riley. He's the founder of Inside Agent, a platform that makes complex M365 security an absolute breeze for managed service providers. His journey has taken him from being Chief Strategy Officer at one of the UK's largest MSPs, then running his own successful cloud solution provider business, to building this platform that helps MSPs work smarter, not harder.Scott talks about how he got into the industry and explains what Cloud Nexus (his other company) does. He shares why he started Inside Agent and how they're leveraging AI. Richard asks Scott how the platform keeps client data safe, how to use it for prospecting and how it helps with scalability and consistency. They discuss the pricing and contract setup and how to deploy Inside Agent for the first time.Scott shares his learnings from past challenges, why you need to value your people, who his mentors and inspirations are, and who he is outside of work. And he also shares a long-held belief he's changed his opinion about.Mentioned in This EpisodeInside AgentCloud NexusAI tool: ChatGPTAI workflow automation: n8nAutomation platform: ZapierSpeaker and author: Karl PalachukMSP expert: Erick SimpsonAI tool: ClaudeDocumentation Software: IT GlueMicrosoft Secure ScoreBearded 365 Guy: Inside Agent video demoMSP community: The Tech TribeIT expert: Lyle KirschenbaumIT expert: Dan Baird

Welcome to Sell With Authority — I'm Hannah Roth, Director of Strategy here at Predictive ROI — and your resident mad scientist. If you've been around a while, you're probably used to hearing Stephen kick things off. But today's episode is a little different — you've got me in the driver's seat. And I've got my strategic co-pilot joining me — Erik Jensen, our Chief Strategy Officer. Erik and I are in the trenches every single day with agency owners, helping them spot and fix the nine money-draining mistakes — those sneaky patterns that quietly erode your profit, your confidence, and your growth. One of the biggest culprits we see over and over again is what we call the Expertise Discount. It's what happens when you downplay your value because the work feels “easy” to you. Erik and I are digging into how that mindset ties directly into multiple money-draining mistakes — and how it chips away at your distinction, creates confusion, and traps you in the underpricing cycle. We're giving you ways to reframe the value conversation — both in your own head and with your clients — so you can start charging what your expertise is truly worth. What you will learn in this episode: Why so many agency owners equate hours with value, and how this mindset leads to underpricing Why work that feels “easy” to you is often the most valuable to your right-fit clients — and why speed should command a premium The direct link between undervaluing your expertise and several of the 9 money-draining mistakes Practical ways to anchor your fees to outcomes — time saved, revenue unlocked, risk removed — instead of deliverables The subtle ways you may still be discounting yourself How to confidently raise rates, simplify your offer suite, and sell with clarity instead of apology Resources: Website: www.predictiveroi.com Visit our newly expanded Resource Library Join us in our free How to Fill Your Sales Pipeline Facebook Group Erik's LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-jensen-b9946068/ Hannah's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-roth-387a6b223/ Order your free paperback or Kindle copy of our Book: Sell with Authority

Story #1: American Bitcoin Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Eric Trump and Executive Chairman and Board Member, Asher Genoot join Will to discuss the launch of American Bitcoin on the NASDAQ. Eric also reflects on his friendship with Charlie Kirk and the threats facing his own family, while Asher explains why Bitcoin is the ultimate store of value and how their company aims to make crypto simple and accessible for everyday Americans. Story #2: Author and Host of "Your Welcome", Michael Malice sits down with Will to examine the deeper crisis in America. From calls for violence to the push for “hate speech” laws, Malice argues we've entered a dangerous phase where debate is collapsing. He explains why some ideas must be retired, why others can't be negotiated in good faith, and why this moment will likely mark a turning point in American history. Story #3: Will closes with a monologue on the limits of free speech, the line between hate speech and incitement, and the role of accountability in culture versus government. He calls out politicians like Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D-IL) and Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) for dangerous rhetoric, and argues that preserving civilization requires truth, responsibility, and a re-commitment to basic decency. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠ Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain (00:00) Intro (06:30) Eric Trump on Charlie Kirk & American Bitcoin (15:00) Asher Genoot Explains American Bitcoin (22:30) Michael Malice Interview (41:00) Will & Malice Explore History & America's Future (58:00) Will's Monologue Calling Out the Left (1:14:00) Closing Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Bright Spots in Healthcare episode, host Eric Glazer brings together an all-star panel of leaders who are reshaping the future of Medicaid and social care. Our guests include: Laurie Stradley, CEO, Impact Health Lori Andrade, EVP, Health Equity Alliance of Long Island (HEALI) Joneigh Khaldun, MD, President & CEO, Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) Evan Jones, Chief Strategy Officer, Vircho Together, they explore: How community-based organizations (CBOs) are evolving into trusted healthcare partners Practical strategies for bridging healthcare and social care at scale The role of technology, data, and community health workers in building sustainable Medicaid networks Real-world success stories—from disaster recovery in North Carolina to integrated care models in New York and beyond You'll hear how leaders are overcoming compliance, billing, and operational challenges while keeping people, not just systems, at the center of care. If you're looking for bright spots you can replicate to drive innovation, equity, and efficiency in Medicaid, this episode is packed with lessons and inspiration. Panelist Bios: https://www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com/events/doubling-down-on-medicaid-innovation-in-a-post-obbb-world/ Download the Episode Guide: Get key takeaways and expert highlights to help you apply lessons from the episode. https://www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Episode-Guide_Doubling-Down-on-Medicaid-Innovation.pdf  Resources: 2025 HRSN Innovations Learning Lab Conference, Oct. 23-24, 2025, Asheville NC Guided by Impact Health and the WNC Health Policy Initiative, participants will navigate hands-on workshops, build teams through peer networking, and discover practical paths to success beyond Medicaid—all while connecting with trailblazing experts from across the country. Learn more and register here - https://ihorg.jotform.com/251884444887979 Check out PHAB's new podcast In Service of Health with Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, which explores what it really takes to build healthier communities. Learn more and subscribe here - https://in-service-of-health.podcastpage.io/ Thank you to our Episode Partner, Vircho: Vircho partners with health plans, Government, and Community Care Hubs to connect healthcare with the social needs that impact health. Their tools make it easier to deliver community-based services efficiently and improve outcomes for the people we all serve. To learn more, visit https://vircho.com/ Schedule a meeting with Evan Jones, Chief Strategy Officer, Vircho: To dive deeper into how social care networks are optimizing capacity and outcomes, schedule a meeting with Evan Jones. Reach out to hkrish@brightspotsventures.com to schedule the meeting. About Bright Spots Ventures: Bright Spots Ventures is a healthcare strategy and engagement company that creates content, communities, and connections to accelerate innovation.   We help healthcare leaders discover what's working, and how to scale it. By bringing together health plan, hospital, and solution leaders, we facilitate the exchange of ideas that lead to measurable impact. Through our podcast, executive councils, private events, and go-to-market strategy work, we surface and amplify the “bright spots” in healthcare, proven innovations others can learn from and replicate. At our core, we exist to create trusted relationships that make real progress possible. Visit our website at www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com.

Emily Shields dropped her kids off at school this morning—an eighth grader, a fifth grader, and a toddler—before stepping into her role as Chief Strategy Officer at OSF HealthCare. It's a balance she's perfected through years of strategic career moves and honest self-assessment about what matters most each week. Starting as a physician recruiter at OSF, Emily built relationships across the entire health system that would prove invaluable. "I worked with leadership, hospital presidents, regional leadership in all of those markets. It uniquely positioned me to build trust and confidence across the system," she reflects. The pivotal moment came when an executive sent her a simple note: "This person is retiring. You should think about this." That nudge toward the Vice President of Business Development role changed everything. "It was like something exploded in my office," Emily recalls. She seized the opportunity, moving from recruitment into mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures—territory she'd never navigated before. "I'm definitely not afraid to say when I don't know something and to pull in a team to surround me to help," Emily shares. Under the mentorship of Michelle Conger (OSF's incoming CEO), she learned to distinguish between skills that can be taught and the innate hunger to learn that makes leaders successful. In this candid episode of Inspiring Women with Laurie McGraw, Emily also reveals: Why "mission and culture always win"—even when walking away from lucrative deals How OSF's innovation committee fast-tracks partnerships and pilots The power of being "at the right place at the right time" AND seizing the opportunity Why asking for help isn't weakness—it's strategic leadership How to think in "week chunks" when balancing career and family The critical importance of always signaling you're ready for more "You have to demonstrate you can do more than what you're currently doing. That does mean taking on projects outside your official job duties—that's how other people know you're capable," Emily advises. Now overseeing marketing, planning, and business development as Chief Strategy Officer, Emily is bringing previously siloed functions together to drive strategic outcomes. Her latest achievement? A 100-bed behavioral health joint venture opening next spring, addressing a critical gap where 2,000 patients were leaving the service area for psychiatric care. For women navigating their own career trajectories while raising families, Emily's message is clear: "Give yourself grace. Work hard and seize those opportunities when they're in front of you. Recognize that the path you set out for yourself in your head is not the one you're gonna take." From recruiter to C-suite in one organization, while raising three children and driving multi-million dollar deals—Emily Shields proves that with the right support, strategic thinking, and self-compassion, you can build an exceptional career without trying to be perfect at everything, every week. "There are weeks where work wins, and there are weeks where being a mom wins. And that's okay." Chapters 03:23 - Asking for Help as a Strength 05:26 - From Physician Recruiter to System Leader 07:39 - Always Signal You're Ready for More 09:33 - The Power of Right Place, Right Time 12:38 - Building Strategic Partnerships in Behavioral Health 16:37 - When Mission and Culture Trump Growth 18:55 - Breaking Down Silos Through Collaboration 20:58 - Give Yourself Grace and Seize Opportunities Guest & Host Links Connect with Laurie McGraw on LinkedIn Connect with Inspiring Women Browse Episodes | LinkedIn | Instagram | Apple | Spotify

Parenting today can feel overwhelming as families face loneliness, anxiety, depression, suicide, and bullying. In this episode, Paige talks with Dr. Eric Scalise, President and Chief Strategy Officer of Hope for the Heart, about his book The Care and Counsel Handbook and how parents can build a strong emotional and spiritual foundation for their kids. They discuss why deep relationships matter in a world that's “technologically connected but relationally disconnected,” share tips for choosing battles wisely, having tough conversations, and modeling Jesus' love from an early age. Dr. Scalise also challenges churches to better address mental health, offering hope and practical guidance for raising resilient, faith-filled children.Paige's Takeaways:There is power in relationships When our kids see that we consistently show up for their needs, it builds trust and relational equity for the future.Building strong connections takes time—and we won't always get it right. Owning our mistakes and asking for forgiveness keeps the relationship growing.Don't be afraid of conversation.Don't shy away from tough conversations. Lean into the topics that feel uncomfortable.When we respond to our kids' questions with curiosity instead of judgment, we earn their trust.Choose your battles.Focus on heart posture. You don't need to fix every small misstep.Above all, raise your children with the love of Jesus.The Care and Counsel Handbook: https://a.co/d/4KoTJia Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/ Hope Talks Podcast: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/explore/shows/hope-talks Paige Clingenpeel: PaigeClingenpeel.comQuestions About the Podcast? Email: paigeclingenpeel@gmail.comFacebook: @Paige ClingenpeelInstagram: @paigeclingenpeelYouTube: Embracing Your Season sponsored by HomeWordKeywords/Hashtags#EmbracingYourSeason #PaigeClingenpeel #DrEricScalise #HopeForTheHeart #MentalHealth #Christian #Faith #ChristianParent #Parenting #Parents #Podcast #PodcastCommunity #HomeWord #PFCAudioVideo Send us a text

Is layaway making a comeback—or has it simply been rebranded as “buy now, pay later”? In this episode of Is This Really a Thing?, Dean Paul Jarley sits down with Jim Adamczyk, Chief Strategy Officer at FAIRWINDS, to unpack the surprising history (and psychology) of delayed payments. From Christmas shopping in the 1970s to today's Klarna and Affirm apps, they explore why consumers keep returning to installment plans, what it means for financial health, and whether AI could reshape how we manage spending and debt. Featured Guests Jim Adamczyk - Chief Strategy Officer, FAIRWINDS Episode Transcription Paul Jarley: If you're as old as I am, you know, things come back around. Today, we're going to talk about an old classic: layaway. Is it back? Is it hiding under a different name? Should you really put your lunch on layaway? Or buy now, pay later. To help me figure this out, I'm joined in this episode by Jim Adamczyk. Jim is a UCF alum, a member of our College of Business Hall of Fame and is the current Chief Strategy Officer at FAIRWINDS. We recorded this podcast live in front of 100-plus students in The EXCHANGE, and we're bringing it to you now. Listen in. This show is all about separating hype from fundamental change. I'm Paul Jarley, Dean of the College of Business here at UCF. I've got lots of questions. To get answers, I'm talking to people with interesting insights into the future of business. Have you ever wondered, Is This Really a Thing? Onto our show. So when I was a kid, my mother spent half of her annual income on Christmas. I'm not kidding. We grew up with relatively modest means, and so she would start shopping in June for Christmas. And the family didn't have a huge amount of money, so she would buy things on what was called layaway. Basically, you went in and you picked out your item and you gave it to the store and you promised to pay for it before you would pick it up and you had to agree to a schedule. And I was driving somewhere a couple of weeks ago and I was listening to the radio and I think it was Burlington Coat Factory was talking about their layaway program. Literally, I hadn't heard about layaway in probably 40 years. And so today Jim and I are going to talk about layaway, what it was, how it differs from Buy Now Pay Later, or rent to own things that many of you might see, why it's on the comeback and what might replace it after that. So thanks for joining us today, Jim. Jim Adamczyk: Always happy to be here. Paul Jarley: What is layaway? Had you ever experienced layaway? Jim Adamczyk: When I was in high school, I was dating somebody and I remember there was a Montgomery Ward in Altamonte Springs and I put a present on layaway. And by the time I got the layaway, I was no longer with the person anymore, so my first experience was: layaway is not great. Paul Jarley: Just so you understand kind of the world we're living in at that time, people didn't have credit cards, people didn't have debit cards. Jim Adamczyk: The main way to pay for it was cash. You took cash out and you went to the store and buy it, but if you didn't have the cash, your primary means of credit was layaway. And it's not really credit in the sense that you don't have the item, so you're kind of saving each month. It's like a savings plan to end up eventually buying something. It's almost like delayed gratification in a world of instant gratification today. Paul Jarley: Right? And if you missed a payment, the retailer put the product back on the shelf. Jim Adamczyk: And so the retailers had to have an entire inventory management system to keep track of all the different items that were on layaway, the customers that had them on layaway and then the payment plans that were in place to pay for those items as well. Paul Jarley: And there would be late penalties, right? I think if you - Jim Adamczyk: Usually you had to put a percent of the item down upfront, 10, 20%, and then if you were late,

In this episode of Getting to Know KRA, we sit down with Patrick T.J. Boxall, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at KRA Corporation, to explore how strategic partnerships fuel workforce innovation. Patrick shares how KRA integrates mental health resources, strengthens business engagement, and adapts to an evolving labor market to align talent with business needs. Tune in to gain insight into KRA's forward-thinking approach to collaboration and the dynamic relationships that deliver real results.

Jason Falls is Chief Strategy Officer and Principal at Falls+Partners, an influence marketing strategy and creative concepts firm founded in 2022. The company helps clients move beyond checkbox influencer campaigns and toward genuine, influence-driven strategies. An award-winning digital marketing strategist, author, and podcast host, Jason has been recognized as a top influencer in social technology and marketing by Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Ad Age. As a thought leader, he hosts the Winfluence podcast, serves as Executive Producer of the Marketing Podcast Network, and has authored multiple books on influence and social media. In this episode… Influencer marketing often promises massive reach, but too many brands end up burning their budgets on ineffective one-off posts. What if the key to success isn't more followers but more influence? And how do you find creators who actually drive results? Jason Falls, an expert in influence marketing and social listening, explains why shifting focus from influencers to influence leads to stronger outcomes. Jason emphasizes investing in long-term partnerships with micro-influencers, relying on creative directors for compelling content, and using social listening tools to spot overlooked opportunities. He illustrates these strategies through campaigns with VisitLEX, GE, and a bourbon brand, showing how creativity, consistency, and insight can turn marketing into meaningful engagement. In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz interviews Jason Falls, Chief Strategy Officer of Falls+Partners, about rethinking influencer marketing. Jason discusses building authentic influence strategies, lessons from viral content, and the value of social listening. He also explores mistakes brands make in influencer campaigns, the power of micro-influencers, and why creativity drives better results.

In this illuminating episode of An Educated Guest, host Todd Zipper sits down with Sari Factor, the Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer of Imagine Learning, to discuss the monumental shifts occurring in K-12 education. With a career spanning several decades, Sari shares the powerful journey of Imagine Learning, from its early days as a credit recovery provider to its current position as a leader in digital-first curriculum, serving over 15 million students.The conversation delves into the most pressing challenges facing schools today: the end of pandemic-era federal funding, the proficiency crisis in reading and math, and the disruptive rise of school choice. Sari offers both a realistic and hopeful perspective, sharing how a focus on high-quality instructional materials and teacher development is creating a "bright side" to the current challenges. She also provides a compelling vision for the future, exploring the transformative potential of AI to personalize learning, empower teachers, and solve some of education's most persistent problems. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the K-12 landscape and what it will take to prepare a new generation for the future.Key Takeaways from this Episode:Imagine Learning's Evolution: The founding story of a company built on the mission of personalized learning and its growth into a major K-12 education provider.The Post-Pandemic K-12 Reality: A breakdown of the key macro forces—from funding cuts to declining birth rates—that are forcing public schools to reinvent themselves.The Science of Learning: An exploration of what evidence-based practices, such as the "science of reading," are actually working to reverse the proficiency crisis in reading and math.AI's Role as a Co-Pilot: How AI can and should be used to augment a teacher's role, shifting their focus from mundane tasks to the human-centric work of mentoring and motivating students.The Power of Durable Skills: A discussion on why skills like resilience and empathy are becoming more crucial than ever and how schools can teach them effectively.About Our Guest:Sari Factor is the Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer of Imagine Learning. With a career spanning over four decades in the K-12 education space, Sari has served as a visionary leader at companies like McGraw Hill and Kaplan. She is a recognized expert on the future of education, technology's role in the classroom, and the importance of professional learning for educators.

Every minute counts in medicine—so why waste it on clunky admin work? With Ryze Health, practice management becomes effortless. Our all-in-one platform streamlines scheduling, patient communications, and insurance verification, giving you fewer no-shows, faster check-ins, and happier patients. Free yourself from paperwork and phone tag so you can focus on what truly matters: providing care.  Visit http://ryzehealth.com/BootstrapMD  today and see how simple running your practice can be. —————— What does it take for a geriatrician to become a healthcare innovator impacting millions?  In this episode, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming sits down with Dr. Michael Fang to share his journey from practicing medicine to co-founding Base10, an infection control software that saved lives in 150 nursing homes during the COVID pandemic, generating over $35M before its acquisition. He also co-founded Inosphere, impacting 7M mental health patients in the UK, Ireland, and Scotland. Now, as Chief Strategy Officer at Northwestern's Feinberg School of Medicine and CEO of Rise Health, Dr. Fang is redefining health insurance for independent physicians and medical practices. He discusses leveraging physician skills for entrepreneurship, the unmet need for affordable health plans, and the power of community through WeCare IPA. This episode is packed with insights for physicians looking to break free from traditional practice and create scalable impact. Three Actionable Takeaways: Leverage Your Physician Skills for Entrepreneurship – Apply your ability to process information, communicate effectively, and make quick decisions to entrepreneurial ventures. Start small, using your clinical income to fund initial projects, and don't wait for an MBA to jump in. Explore Health Plan Solutions for Independence – If you're an independent physician or running a small practice, investigate Rise Health's health captive model to reduce insurance costs for you, your staff, and their families, removing barriers to starting your own practice. Join a Supportive Community – Engage with communities like WeCare IPA to access benefits like discounted specialty medications for your patients, even if you don't need Rise Health's insurance, to enhance your practice's efficiency and impact. About the Show: Bootstrap MD is the ultimate podcast for physician entrepreneurs looking to escape traditional healthcare and control their financial futures. Hosted by Dr. Mike Woo-Ming, a successful physician, entrepreneur, and investor, the show delivers actionable insights on starting businesses, creating passive income, and navigating healthcare entrepreneurship. Featuring interviews with industry leaders, physicians, and experts in telemedicine and digital health, it's your guide to building a profitable, fulfilling career.  Tune in weekly at  http://bootstrapmd.com  About the Guest Dr. Michael Fang is a geriatrician, internist, and serial entrepreneur with a passion for democratizing healthcare. As co-founder and CEO of Base10, he developed infection control software used by 150 nursing homes during the COVID pandemic, generating $35M in revenue before its acquisition. He co-founded Inosphere, addressing social determinants of health for 7M mental health patients in the UK, Ireland, and Scotland. Currently, Dr. Fang serves as Chief Strategy Officer at Northwestern's Feinberg School of Medicine Institute of AI in Medicine and leads Rise Health, a health plan for independent physicians. His expertise lies in healthcare innovation, informatics, and creating scalable solutions for systemic challenges. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michael-fang-md-382b2341  Website: base10genetics.com About the Host:  Dr. Mike Woo-Ming has over 20 years of experience as a physician entrepreneur. He's built and sold multiple seven-figure companies and now leads Executive Medical, a group of clinics specializing in age management and aesthetics. Through BootstrapMD, he mentors physicians in business, content creation, and autonomy. Let's Connect: www.https://www.bootstrapmd.com   Want to start a podcast? Check out the Doctor Podcast Network!  

Today on the Invest In Her podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Wadooah Wali, Co-Founder, Chief Strategy Officer, and Executive Producer at New Canvas, an award-winning XR studio focused on social impact storytelling. Wadooah is a pioneering entrepreneur, media innovator, and immersive storyteller whose career spans more than 20 years across traditional broadcast, digital platforms, and cutting-edge XR formats. At New Canvas, she drives strategic growth, industry positioning, and partnerships, leading high-profile projects like When Brooklyn Was Queer—a groundbreaking VR series produced with Elliot Page and PAGEBOY Productions that premiered at the 2024 Venice Immersive Production Bridge. Her career also includes leadership roles at Demand Media, WarnerMedia, Fullscreen, and Midroll Media/EarWolf, where she helped shape shifts in online video, podcasting, and digital publishing. In this episode, Catherine and Wadooah dive into the future of immersive media and its potential to influence culture and drive social change. Wadooah shares her vision for how XR storytelling can elevate diverse voices, break boundaries in entertainment, and create meaningful impact across industries. They also discuss her role as an advocate for inclusive innovation, her advisory work with GALECA and Revry.TV, and her mission to redefine what it means to be a modern media leader. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolving intersection of creativity, technology, and cultural advocacy. Connect with Wadooah: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadooah Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dubya2 Websites Mentioned: www.newcanvas.co https://www.showherthemoneymovie.com www.sheangelinvestors.com    Follow Us On Social Facebook @sheangelinvestors Twitter (X) @sheangelsinvest Instagram @sheangelinvestors & @catherinegray_investinher LinkedIn @catherinelgray & @sheangels   #InvestInHer #FinancialWellness #WomenInFinance #FinancialEmpowerment #MoneyMindset #InclusiveFinance #FintechForGood #BehavioralEconomics #WealthBuilding #FinancialHealth #EmpowerWomen #MoneyMatters #SheAngelInvestors #InvestInYourself #FinancialFreedom  

The Cognitive Crucible is a forum that presents different perspectives and emerging thought leadership related to the information environment. The opinions expressed by guests are their own, and do not necessarily reflect the views of or endorsement by the Information Professionals Association. During this episode, Tod Rathbone discusses trends related to digital marketing and why it matters including: the evolution of live media, digital ad tracking, AI's impact on marketplaces and media, identity mapping and platform challenges, AI and online safety, challenges of digital information management, and infrastructure vulnerabilities. Recording Date: 2 Sep 2025 Link to full show notes and resources Guest Bio:  Tod Rathbone is a seasoned marketing strategist and agency leader with over four decades of experience guiding global brands and creative organizations through transformation and growth. He currently serves as a fractional Chief Strategy Officer for Infinity Marketing Team and Reed Art Department. Previously, Tod was Global Chief Strategy Officer at WONGDOODY, where he built and scaled the strategic offering that helped transform the agency from a $25M regional shop into a $200M global digital innovation company. He also served on the 4A's Board of Directors, contributing industry leadership at the national level. His earlier leadership roles at Publicis Sapient, Razorfish, and Band Digital spanned brand strategy, digital transformation, and innovation for Fortune 100 clients including Samsung, Nestlé, and Apple. Known for shaping agencies into engines of growth and cultural relevance, Tod combines deep expertise in brand building, digital innovation, and creative strategy with a proven track record of scaling businesses, inspiring teams, and delivering award-winning client work. About: The Information Professionals Association (IPA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to exploring the role of information activities, such as influence and cognitive security, within the national security sector and helping to bridge the divide between operations and research. Its goal is to increase interdisciplinary collaboration between scholars and practitioners and policymakers with an interest in this domain. For more information, please contact us at communications@information-professionals.org. Or, connect directly with The Cognitive Crucible podcast host, John Bicknell, on LinkedIn. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, 1) IPA earns from qualifying purchases, 2) IPA gets commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

According to a BDO survey of businesses in the Southeastern United States, 41% say trade and tariff policy is their #1 concern for the next 12 months. Plus, as Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic recently shared on “Closer Look,” consumer spending has declined, and small businesses are being hit hardest by inflationary pressures. The U.S. Supreme Court is now considering whether to allow President Trump to continue imposing tariffs on nations around the world. This is after some companies reveal they’ve been subjected to tariffs as high as 170%. On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” we get analysis on the impact of tariffs from a roundtable of experts. Then, Atlanta area small businesses discuss the rising costs they’re facing and their concerns for the future. We hear from the owners of Garage Door Studio and Anna Griffin, Inc., plus the CEO of Just for Teens. Guests Include: John Haber, Chief Strategy Officer at Transportation Insight Holding Company Finance Prof. Thomas More Smith, Emory University’s Goizueta Business School David Greaves, Tax Market Leader at BDO in Atlanta Brian Reynolds, CEO of Just for Teens Jen Singh & Rachel Herzog, Co-Owners of Garage Door Studio in Avondale Estates Anna Griffin, Owner of Anna Griffin, Inc.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed speaks with Nathan Blecharczyk, Chief Strategy Officer and co-founder of Airbnb. They discuss the pros and cons of starting a business with your friends, the moment he realized the business would be a success, and how he learned to turn a crisis into an opportunity.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Rudick, Chief Strategy Officer of Upexi, joined me to discuss the company's Solana treasury strategy and why he believes SOL is the next major treasury asset.Topics:- Why Upexi chose Solana for its Treasury Asset - Digital Asset Treasury trend, lifespan, and risks - Are DATs operating as Banks? - Why Crypto versus other assets for Treasury - Solana Staking and DeFi Show Sponsor -

What happens when you reach the pinnacle of a successful architecture career and realize you're no longer working toward the next thing? This week, we are joined by Laura Sachtleben, a leader who spent two decades in practice, rising to Vice President and Global Sector Leader at Stantec, before making the courageous decision to step away and redefine her path.Laura shares her journey from knowing she wanted to be an architect in the sixth grade to building an impressive, 20-year career within a single firm that evolved from a small studio to a global powerhouse. She describes the gradual realization that, despite her success, the role that once energized her was no longer providing personal growth. This led her to take an intentional six-month sabbatical to reflect, explore, and "design her life".The conversation delves into the practical steps Laura took during her break, from reading and journaling to having candid conversations with colleagues who had forged different paths. This period of discovery led her to her current role as Chief Strategy Officer at Landscape Forms, a company whose values around design, culture, and sustainability aligned perfectly with her own. Laura offers invaluable advice for anyone contemplating a career change, emphasizing the importance of embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth."A successful career has to be one linear path - that's what I was taught in school. And the reality is that's not the path for everyone. And then there may be a next phase to your career. And then there could be a phase after that." - Laura Flannery SachtlebenThis episode concludes with the understanding that Laura's story is not about leaving architecture behind, but about evolving her relationship with it. She discusses how her architectural skillset translates directly to her new strategic role and how she continues to be a passionate advocate and mentor for the profession, proving that you can have a profound impact from both inside and outside of traditional practice.Guest:Laura Flannery Sachtleben is the Chief Strategy Officer for Landscape Forms, a company dedicated to creating beautiful and sustainable outdoor furnishings. Before joining Landscape Forms, she spent two decades in architectural practice, where she rose to become Vice President and Global Sector Leader for Education, Science and Technology at Stantec. A passionate lifelong learner and mentor, Laura continues to advocate for the profession through her involvement with the AIA and by guiding architects at all stages of their careers.Is This Episode for You?This episode is for you if:✅ You are an established professional feeling like you've hit a plateau in your career. ✅ You are contemplating a major career change but don't know where or how to start. ✅ You want practical advice on how to take a reflective and productive career break.✅ You are curious about how the skills of an architect translate to leadership roles in adjacent industries. ✅ You are looking for mentorship advice for navigating the different stages of a career in architecture and beyond.

DATs aren't done. They may just be getting started.  In this episode, CoinFund's Chris Perkins and Upexi's Brian Rudick join Ram Ahluwalia and Steven Ehrlich to dissect why some DATs could outcompete ETFs for certain investors, the bullish accretion math behind premiums, and what makes a winning vehicle. We also dig into whether this is altcoin season or a head fake, why Galaxy's tokenized-share move matters, and the one market unlock Perkins says could change everything. Use this episode to pressure-test your assumptions: are DATs “just banks,” or the best product-market-fit crypto has found for TradFi capital? Thank you to our sponsor ⁠Xapo Bank⁠! Xapo offers Bitcoin-backed loans of up to $1 million, so eligible members can access liquidity without selling their BTC.  Hosts: Ram Ahluwalia, CFA, CEO and Founder of Lumida Steve Ehrlich, Executive Editor at Unchained Guests: Christopher Perkins, Managing Partner and President of CoinFund Brian Rudick, Chief Strategy Officer at Upexi Links: DATs: How Crypto Treasury Companies Are Turning to DeFi and TradFi to Juice Yields How Michael Saylor Plans to Ensure Strategy Keeps Its Bitcoin Forever These 4 Crypto Treasury Companies Are Primed for a Price Crash Crypto Treasury Companies Are All the Rage. Could They Cause an Industry Collapse? Tokenization: Federal Reserve to hold conference discussing crypto stablecoins, tokenization, and AI GLXY tokenized stock Ondo Finance launched over 100 tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs on Ethereum CZ-owned Trust Wallet launches tokenized stocks and ETFs Timestamps:

“To win your people's hearts and minds, you have to have a compelling vision or proposition to offer them.”   This is a special episode only available to our podcast subscribers, which we call The Mini Chief. These are short, sharp highlights from our fabulous CEO guests, where you get a 5 to 10 minute snapshot from their full episode. This Mini Chief episode features George Hunt, Former CIO of the Year. His full episode is titled Winning hearts and minds, technology as a strategy, and the little things of leadership. You can find the full audio and show notes here:

Are brands prepared for a consumer base that's simultaneously more confident and more cautious? Agility requires not just reacting to current consumer behavior but anticipating the shifts to come. It also requires a deep understanding of the nuances within different consumer segments, particularly as generational behaviors diverge. Today, we're going to talk about the evolving landscape of consumer confidence, especially among Gen Z and Millennials, and what this means for brands navigating the current market. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Eric Miao, Chief Strategy Officer at Attentive. About Eric Miao Eric Miao on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-miao-62313b9/ Resources Attentive: https://www.attentive.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.showCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

DAT mania meets market reality. Tom Lee becomes the face of ETH as BitMine amasses 1.5% of supply and mNAV premiums start to collapse. We break down Japan's MetaPlanet tax arbitrage, SharpLink's buyback tactics, and the coming wave of DAT M&A. Plus: Robinhood launches tokenized stocks in Europe using Arbitrum, the WFE fires a warning shot, and Stylus lets fintech devs go Rust-first onchain. Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. This week, Arbitrum's AJ Warner (Chief Strategy Officer at Offchain Labs) joins to unpack the rise (and potential fall) of Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs), as Tom Lee emerges as Ethereum's public face and BitMine amasses 1.5% of ETH. We dive into the collapse of mNAV premiums, Japan's MetaPlanet tax arbitrage, and the looming consolidation of subscale DATs. Plus: Robinhood launches tokenized stocks in the EU on Arbitrum, AJ shares the roadmap for Robinhood Chain, and we debate whether token wrappers, buybacks, and DAT M&A mark the next era of crypto capital markets. Show highlights