Podcasts about Corporate Affairs

Aubrey Masango sits down with Sithembile Sefako, Unilever’s Executive Director of Corporate Affairs for Southern Africa and East West Africa, to unpack how policy becomes real impact and how big business can help shape a more inclusive economy. Tags: 702, Aubrey Masango show, Aubrey Masango, Sithembile Sefako, Unilever The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by first-time puppy carer Bek Brindle who shares her experiences raising Sven alongside her partner Ben in QLD. Bek is a corporate events manager, and co-carer husband Ben is an engineer so they balance busy lives whilst volunteering. Then we share an interview from the archives with Seeing Eye Dogs handler Chris Edwards Chief Mission Officer in Corporate Affairs & Advocacy with some tips for handlers around travelling with your Seeing Eye Dog. If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/ We are looking for puppy carers now so if you're keen to raise a puppy to hopefully become a Seeing Eye Dog we'd like to hear from you! It's an incredibly rewarding experience, with training provided. Carers need time, patience and love to give to a puppy, so if you want to commit to a year of puppy raising, we would love your help. We're looking for carers now in parts of Victoria, Queensland and New South Wales listed on our website. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This special edition of the Travelers Institute Risk & Resilience podcast is the first episode in a four-part series highlighting Travelers Across America – a unique initiative that reflects Travelers' long-standing commitment to strengthening community resilience.   Host Janice Brunner, Group General Counsel and Head of Civic Engagement and Corporate Affairs at Travelers, was joined by leaders from the Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans and the Louisiana Department of Insurance to discuss Travelers' partnership to deliver critical repairs that strengthen historic homes against hurricanes and flooding. They explored how cross-sector collaboration both protects historic landmarks and strengthens neighborhoods that have weathered generations of storms.   ---  Visit the Citizen Travelers® website: https://www.travelers.com/about-travelers/citizen-travelers.  Subscribe to the Travelers Institute® podcast newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7328774828839100417.  Connect with Janice Brunner on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janice-g-brunner-69338098/. 

Julia Muggeridge, Electricity Canada's VP of Corporate Affairs, chats with Michael Powell, VP of Government Relations, about the release of the Government of Canada's Electricity Strategy and what it may mean for the sector. The strategy emphasizes grid expansion, affordability, and better interconnectivity between provinces, highlighting the need for $1 trillion investment, and a focus on intra-provincial transmission and interties. The strategy also addresses the need for updated Clean Electricity Regulations (CERs) to improve affordability. Michael and Julia discuss how Electricity Canada will work closely with members to provide detailed feedback and ensure a cohesive submission. They note that the Strategy recognizes the need to double the grid's size by 2050. Links:Video of conversation Prime Minister Carney's Press releaseDiscussion documentElectricity Canada's responseElectricity Canada Leadership TeamMichael Powell on LinkedInJulia Muggeridge on LinkedIn

Traffic Lawyer Karen Stanley - phone camera legislation loophole tidied up Former Radio presenter Derryn Hinch - unfiltered food blog gaining popularity Head of Corporate Affairs, Aus & NZ at British American Tobacco John Trezise - government failure on illicit tobacco Stacey Lee - The latest in state politics Bronte Manuel - Toop + Toop Breaking at 8 - Minister for Energy & Mining Tom Koutsantonis FIVEAA Breakfast World Cup of SA - Day 1 Content Director at Drive.com.au James Ward - can Australia manufacture EVs? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Daily Lawyer's GC Series, we sit down with Dr. Vivek Mittal, the Executive Director of Legal and Corporate Affairs at Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL). Vivek's journey is a masterclass in career agility, global leadership, and the "How" of hiring. He shares the incredible story of how a chance trip to Delhi and a sense of "FOMO" led him to register for a Company Secretary course with an 800-rupee loan - a decision that eventually led him to lead legal teams at global giants like Lupin, Dr. Reddy's, and now HUL. Key Topics Covered: 1. Career Growth: How he flipped his focus from being a Company Secretary to a General Counsel at India's leading companies 2. Global Leadership: Lessons from leading massive M&A deals in Brazil, Mexico, and Japan, and managing cross-cultural teams. 3. The "How" of Hiring: Why Vivek gives 50% or more weightage to a candidate's attitude and ethics over their technical domain skills. 4. AI & Legal Tech: Why you can't run away from LLMs and how technology will soon handle 70-80% of routine legal tasks. This episode is part of our General Counsel Series, presented in proud collaboration with Zoho Sign. About Zoho Sign Zoho Sign is a comprehensive digital e-signature solution tailored for Indian businesses. It helps organisations sign, send, manage documents, automate signature workflows, authenticate signers, and enable e-stamping — all while staying compliant with Indian law. If your business deals with a high volume of contracts and legal documentation, Zoho Sign is built to simplify and accelerate the process. Subscribe to The Daily Lawyer If you enjoy conversations with top legal leaders, in-house counsel, law firm partners, and legal entrepreneurs, subscribe to The Daily Lawyer for more such episodes. #TheDailyLawyer #VivekMittal #HindustanUnilever #HUL #GeneralCounsel #GCSeries #LegalCareer #CorporateLawyer #InHouseCounsel #LeadershipLessons #CareerTransition #HiringTips #CompanySecretary #ProfessionalGrowth #NewspaperTest #AIinLegal #LegalTech #GlobalBusiness #EthicsInBusiness #LawStudentsIndia #ZohoSign #LegalAdvice #PodcastIndia #BusinessStrategy #CorporateGovernance

Ben Carter, Head of Corporate Affairs at Master Builders Association NSW, unveils what changes in the federal budget will mean for housing in Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host - Pat BellGuest - Tim McEwan, Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs with the Mining Association of British Columbia

Guests: Lori NelsonKraft, SVP, Corporate Affairs, Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix

Guests: Lori NelsonKraft, SVP, Corporate Affairs, Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix

Our next guest for this week is Peter Khalil, MP for Wills and Assistant Minister for Defence. Some of the topics discussed today between Macca, Zoe, Kenny and the Minister are: With so many Australian service people currently serving on US subs, what does that mean for Australia in escalating global conflicts? Had the Israeli government adequately responded yet over the deliberate bulldozing of ANZAC graves at the Commonwealth Cemetery in Gaza? The Defence Force Discipline Amendment (RCDVS Implementation) Bill 2026, introduced by Minister for Veterans' Affairs Matt Keogh, will enable eligible Defence personnel convicted solely on the basis of consensual homosexual activity to apply to have those convictions extinguished—will there be a formal apology from the Government and the Prime Minister? What is he hoping his mate Dr Chalmers will announce in the Budget. What are his constituents saying to him about the PRRT and taxation of Gas exports? Peter was first elected to the House of Representatives for Wills, Victoria in 2016. Previously, Peter was the Special Envoy for Social Cohesion from July 2024 to May 2025, Chair of the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security from September 2022 to October 2024, and has held numerous committee positions. Peter is a second generation Australian. His parents migrated from Egypt to Melbourne for a better life. He grew up in public housing and played AFL and tennis semi-professionally after leaving school. Peter went on to study a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Law at the University of Melbourne and a Master of Laws at Australian National University. Prior to entering Parliament Peter was the Executive Director of Corporate Affairs, Strategy and Communications at SBS and a Victorian Multicultural Commissioner. He also has served as a foreign policy and national security adviser to former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd. He has also worked as a public servant at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Department of Defence. Peter is married with 2 children and supports the Collingwood Football Club. The post ANZAC Day 2026: Peter Khalil, MP for Wills & Asst Min. for Defence: Federal Govt. Update appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

We're proud to have provided 100 informative, humorous, and occasionally thrilling episodes of Little Questions - the podcast for all of us working with or working in Corporate Affairs, Communications and PR. To mark our 100th episode, we have gone back into the archives and pulled moments from the conversations that still resonate. In this special episode - the last to be hosted by Matt Young and Andrew Brown - we look back at some of the best moments from our last 100 shows: PR - is it a trade, an art, a profession - or are we just making it up? The challenge of explaining what you actually do for a living - to anyone, but especially your mother - gets a proper airing. The CEOs who get it. Amanda Blanc (CEO @ AVIVA) "total brutal honesty, no smoke-blowing please". Henry Englehart (Founder of Admiral), who heard himself discussed in the storytelling episode, asked to come on, and delivered a very direct conversation about leadership communications. Winners, losers in the world of Comms: Shania Twain. Matt Hancock. Elon Musk. A Jaguar rebrand with no actual plan behind it. Thank You for Smoking. Edina Monsoon. Deciding who you will and won't represent. And the statistic that still surprises us… some of you have listened to several of the episodes more than once. What are you all doing with your lives!? Little Questions will remain at batting crease and will be looking to make another 100 episodes. So Apella partners, Jenny Scott and James Kirkup, will shortly be putting on the pads and helmets, and ready to knock up another century of wisdom and wit. Want to share your thoughts or ideas for future topics? you can get in touch at podcast@apellaadvisors.com. Please consider leaving us a review. Andrew Brown; formerly Director of Communications and Public affairs at Ageas Insurance, has more than ten years' experience leading the corporate affairs functions for global, listed, multifaceted firms across a range of regulated and unregulated sectors. He has considerable experience in issues, crisis and change management as well as reputation sentiment analysis and insight. Formerly Director of Communications at Drax Group plc. Matt Young has 25 years of experience across media relations, public affairs, regulatory development, employee engagement, brand development, competition and CSR. Group corporate affairs director at Lloyds Banking Group, part of the senior team which rescued the bank and rebuilt its reputation following the financial crisis. Formerly communications director at Santander UK and board member of the BBA. This podcast is produced by The Podcast Coach.  

In this episode we're pulling back the curtain on a part of our business that we haven't spent much time talking about on the podcast—which is ironic, because it has everything to do with how we talk—and that's Communications. Specifically, we're talking about how we here at Nordstrom think about developing and refining a unified “voice”, so to speak, for the company, and the decisions around how and when that voice gets deployed to our various different audiences, internally and externally—which includes the people that work for us, our brand partners, and of course, our customers. To help us unpack this subject we'll hear from two people who speak the Nordstrom language better than just about anyone. First, you'll hear from Brooke White, who previously led our Corporate Communications for over 30 years and who played a huge part in shaping the necessary conversations in and around our company. After that I'll sit down with Grace Stearns, our current Senior Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs, who has actually herself made a handful of cameos on the Nordy Pod. She's been an incredible addition and asset to the team, and continues to be a trusted sounding board for Pete, Erik, and the rest of the corporate office. Together they'll discuss the essential role our Communications team plays in telling the story of our brand, lessons learned through pivotal moments in our growth, and some of the challenges that arise for our PR professionals as they attempt to filter the many voices of Nordstrom down to one. Thanks for tuning in to episode 108. We hope you enjoy it! Did you know that YOU can be on The Nordy Pod? This show isn't just a one-way conversation. We want to hear about what Nordstrom looks like through your eyes. Share your Nordstrom experience, good or bad, by giving us a call and leaving a voicemail at: 206.594.0526, or send an email to nordypodcast@nordstrom.com to be a part of the conversation! And, be sure to follow us on Instagram @thenordypod to stay up to date on new episodes, announcements and more.

In this episode, Jon Howell hosts Jonathan Appiah of Air Ghana to explain the airline's background, ownership and strategy amid strong interest from attending delegates ahead of AviaDev.  Jonathan recounts his move from HR into commercial aviation at Africa World Airlines and his route-development experience.  He clarifies Air Ghana is a 100% Ghanaian-owned private company, with global cargo partnerships, a Ghanaian AOC and designation as a national cargo airline, investments in cold-chain/perishables, and leadership in the Ghana Airport Cargo Centre. We dive into Air Ghana's plans to launch domestic passenger services to address capacity and fare issues, targeting late 2026 or early 2027.  00:00 Intro 01:54 Jonathan's Aviation Journey 05:44 What is Air Ghana and what is it not?  10:43 Air Ghana's passenger airline plans 15:20 Why choose a Boeing 737? 18:01 Airport Infrastructure improvements 23:20 The operating environment in Ghana 29:11 Air Ghana's AviaDev Goals 34:17 Closing

General Manager of Corporate Affairs at RACV, Liz Carey, told Jimmy Bartel and Mark Allen that Victorians are feeling less safe than they did 12 months ago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Brian Cleary sits down with Danna Robinson, Director of Corporate Affairs and Customer Relations at Harris Teeter, and Nicole Harvey, Community Affairs & Marketing Division Chief for the Town of Mount Pleasant, to preview one of the Mount Pleasant, SC's most cherished traditions. Nicole shares why the Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival is her favorite event of the year, tracing its roots back to the Magwood family and the shrimping community. What started as a grassroots gathering organized by shrimpers' wives has evolved into a massive celebration at Waterfront Memorial Park featuring local restaurants, a vibrant beer garden, and the iconic boat parade. This year marks the 39th annual festival, taking place on Sunday, April 26th. The episode dives into the full schedule, from the Mayor's welcome and the ceremonial blessing of the fleet by local ministers to high-energy entertainment like the shrimp-eating contest, Shag-dance competition, and live music from The Smythes. Danna highlights Harris Teeter's deep community roots and their commitment to local seafood through their expert Fisherman's Market and their associates who happily help out with ideas on how to cook your sedlected seafood. Beyond the festivities, learn about the event's heart: the charity partners. Net proceeds from this year's festival will benefit The Lonon Foundation and the East Cooper-Mt. Pleasant Kiwanis Club. Tune in to hear how this event honors the maritime legacy of the Magwood family while supporting the future of the Mount Pleasant community. To learn more about the festival schedule, shuttle information, and how you can get involved, visit the official event website. You can also support this year's charitable partners directly by visiting their websites below. Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival: ExperienceMountPleasant.com The Lonon Foundation: TheLononFoundation.org East Cooper-Mt. Pleasant Kiwanis Club: EastCooperKiwanis.org

In a world that occasionally feels like it's teetering on the edge, the demand for "wise counsel" has never been higher. In this episode of the Little Questions Podcast, we turn the spotlight on advice, the good, the bad, and the confidently delivered but completely wrong. Because in Corporate Affairs and Communications, advice isn't just part of the job, it is the job. Whether it's guiding reputations through choppy waters, helping leadership navigate tricky moments, or answering the unexpectedly high-stakes question of what a CEO should wear to an awards dinner, we're in the business of judgement. And most of the time, we get it right. …most of the time. Apella Partner Andrew Brown shares some of the best advice he's given (and received), alongside a few moments where things didn't quite go to plan. From genuinely valuable insights to the kind of counsel you politely ignore, and occasionally wish you had, we explore what separates wisdom from hindsight. Along the way: Why demonstrating commercial impact is non-negotiable The uncomfortable truth about hiring (and being judged for it) When leaders need a "suck it up" moment Why getting ahead of an issue matters more than reacting to it And some truly questionable guidance that's best left in the past We also reflect on the reality that even the most experienced advisers get it wrong sometimes and why that's not just inevitable, but useful. After all, as one famous cinematic strategist once proved… even the most confident advice can have fatal flaws. Apella partners Andrew Brown and Matt Young host this one and you can get in touch at podcast@apellaadvisors.com. Please consider leaving us a review. Andrew Brown; formerly Director of Communications and Public affairs at Ageas Insurance, has more than ten years' experience leading the corporate affairs functions for global, listed, multifaceted firms across a range of regulated and unregulated sectors. He has considerable experience in issues, crisis and change management as well as reputation sentiment analysis and insight. Formerly Director of Communications at Drax Group plc. Matt Young has 25 years of experience across media relations, public affairs, regulatory development, employee engagement, brand development, competition and CSR. Group corporate affairs director at Lloyds Banking Group, part of the senior team which rescued the bank and rebuilt its reputation following the financial crisis. Formerly communications director at Santander UK and board member of the BBA. This podcast is produced by The Podcast Coach.

Send us Fan MailLyme disease affects hundreds of thousands of people every year—and yet we still struggle to diagnose it, treat it, and prevent it.David Walsey is a strategic biotech leader with more than two decades of experience helping public life sciences companies translate scientific innovation into market impact. As Executive Director of the Bay Area Lyme Foundation ( https://www.bayarealyme.org/ ), David leads national efforts to accelerate research, improve diagnostics, and expand access to effective treatments for Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses—an area of growing public health urgency.Prior to joining the Foundation, David served as Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs at MEI Pharma, where he oversaw corporate strategy, investor relations, and communications during a critical period for the company. His career spans leadership roles across the biotech ecosystem, including Alder Biopharmaceuticals, Optimer Pharmaceuticals, Sarepta Therapeutics, Arena Pharmaceuticals, and Maxim Pharmaceuticals, as well as strategic communications roles at agencies such as Real Chemistry (formerly W2O Group), The Ruth Group, and Noonan Russo.David began his professional journey as a practicing attorney in New York City, bringing a legal and financial lens to his later work in biotech leadership. He holds an LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law, a J.D. from Brooklyn Law School, and a B.A. from Franklin and Marshall College.#LymeDisease #LymeVaccine #Pfizer #Biotech #VaccineScience #PublicHealth #TickBorneDisease #MedicalInnovation #Biotechnology #Healthcare #InfectiousDisease #ClinicalTrials #VLA15 #Pharma #DrugDevelopment #SciencePodcast #Longevity #Diagnostics #VenturePhilanthropy #BayAreaLyme #FutureOfMedicine #BioInnovation #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalResearchSupport the show

In this episode, Ketin shares invaluable insights into the strategies of glocalization in China, offering a unique perspective on how international businesses can thrive in this rapidly evolving market. We talked about the importance of balancing global standards with local adaptations, the transformative consumer trends driven by Generation Z and the "silver hand" demographic, and how China's market dynamics present both opportunities and challenges for foreign companies.Guest: Ketin Lei, General Manager of Corporate Affairs, Beiersdorf China, brings his expertise to the table, providing listeners with practical wisdom and strategic foresight to navigate China's complex business landscape.Send a textasiabits hier abonnieren: asiabits.comDamians Team kontaktieren: www.genuine-asia.comModeratoren & Hosts: Damian Maib & Thomas DerksenSchnitt & Produktion: Eva Trotno

Tony Barry joins Luke Grant for the Sunday Sweep.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julia Muggeridge, Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Electricity Canada, guest hosts this episode, and talks with Amanda Klein, President and CEO of Elexicon Energy. Julia asks Amanda about her background in the utility sector, what made her take the leap into the CEO role, and the new challenges facing her at Elexicon Energy, one of Ontario's largest municipally owned energy companies. They discuss mentorship, pivotal career moments and engaging youth about the energy sector. Finally, Amanda offers her recommendation for the Book Club... providing she can finish the book one day!Book recommendation: How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks

To mark International Women's Day 2026, Part two of our special episode of CMO Series REPRESENTS brings together senior leaders from across the legal sector to focus on one thing. How firms turn intent into action for women in law. The conversation centres on advocacy and access, who is in the room when decisions are made, who gets named in the room when they are not there, and who is given real exposure to clients, leadership and opportunity. Our guests discuss how progress doesn't happen by chance. Firms must create structured pathways to influence, move beyond informal networks and back women with visible sponsorship. Flexibility and parental support also need to be real, not theoretical, if firms want talent to thrive. The episode offers practical advice on building open, transparent cultures where equity is embedded into how firms operate. We're so grateful to all of our guests for joining this special episode:  Raj Aujla, Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs, Charles Russell Speechlys Aubrey Bishai, Chief Innovation Officer, Vinson and Elkins Sarah-Jane Howitt, Business Development & Marketing Director and Partner, Weightmans LLP Susan Kurz, Chief Marketing and Client Development Officer, Calfee, Halter and Griswold LLP Laura Louw, Director of Business Development, Norton Rose Fulbright Laura Ottley, Chief Marketing Officer, Addleshaw Goddard Susanne Pugsley, Director of Business Development and Marketing, Carpmaels and Ransford Clare Quinn-Waters, Chief Growth Officer, Edwin Coe Anna Steinberg, Chief Marketing Officer, Tressler LLP Kerri Vermeylen, Chief Marketing Officer, Sidley Austin LLP

Guests:Sibani Mngadi is corporate relations director at Diageo South Africa Johnny Moloto Johnny Moloto, Head of Corporate Affairs for British American Tobacco South Africa Sub-Saharan Africa Andrew Russell, the vice-chairman of SA Canegrowers Bongani Bingwa speaks to Sibani Mngadi of Diageo South Africa, Johnny Moloto from British American Tobacco South Africa, and Andrew Russell of SA Canegrowers to unpack the impact of so-called “sin taxes” on business from alcohol and tobacco to sugar and what these levies mean for jobs, investment, and economic sustainability. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Walsey joined Bay Area Lyme Foundation as Executive Director in 2025. He is a strategic biotech leader with 25 years of experience advancing corporate objectives through strategy, communications, financing, and investor initiatives for public companies. Most recently, David served as Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs at MEI Pharma, leading programs spanning corporate strategy, investor relations, and corporate communications. He previously held senior roles at Alder Biopharmaceuticals, Optimer Pharmaceuticals, Sarepta Therapeutics (formerly AVI BioPharma), Arena Pharmaceuticals, and Maxim Pharmaceuticals, and worked at agencies including Real Chemistry (formerly W20 Group), The Ruth Group, and Noonan Russo. He began his career as an attorney in private practice in New York City and holds an LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law, a J.D. from Brooklyn Law School, and a B.A. from Franklin and Marshall College.

Marci Pelzer is Director of Corporate Affairs at Worley, where she brings more than 20 years of expertise in strategic communications.Marci has held key leadership positions at Rockwell Automation, SC Johnson, Time Warner Cable and ManpowerGroup. She is a proud graduate of Marquette University and the Kellogg School of Management.Outside of work, she enjoys reading, traveling, volunteering and pursuing her passion project, What Dan Read.Marci resides in Milwaukee. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform.Stay connected with us:Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

Have you ever had your life turned upside down by something you never saw coming - and been forced to find strength you didn't even know you had? In this deeply moving episode of It's a Mindset, I'm joined by Sarah Susak - a commercial lawyer, full-time working mum, meditation teacher, and quite honestly, one of the most resilient humans you'll ever hear from. Sarah has spent more than two decades leading legal functions for some of the world's most iconic brands, including Coca-Cola and Colgate-Palmolive, across the South Pacific and Europe. Today, she is the General Manager for Legal and Corporate Affairs at a leading Australian food manufacturer. But in 2017, shortly after becoming a mother, Sarah's life changed forever when she was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive head and neck cancer. What followed was an extraordinary journey through major facial reconstructive surgeries, intensive radiation treatment, and ongoing medical challenges - a journey that ultimately led her to discover the ancient practice of Vedic meditation. Meditation became a cornerstone of Sarah's healing, recovery, and resilience, inspiring her to train as a Vedic meditation teacher and, in 2023, launch Medi Steady Go®, a business dedicated to sharing the wisdom and techniques she credits with saving her life. After almost seven years in remission, Sarah faced another unexpected challenge in 2024 when she was diagnosed with a metastasis to the lung. Although safely removed, complications followed, including a rare autoimmune condition that left her on life support and hospitalised for nearly three months. Once again, through holistic health practices and her unwavering daily meditation routine, Sarah made a remarkable recovery - defying medical expectations. Today, Sarah lives a joyful, purpose-filled life in Sydney with her husband and daughter and is the author of YOURU, her first book. As a daily meditator myself, I found this conversation incredibly grounding and inspiring. Sarah's experience reaffirmed for me the power of meditation not just as a tool for calm, but as a way of reconnecting with what's already within us - steadiness, resilience, and quiet joy. Listening to Sarah has encouraged me to go deeper in my own practice and to explore Vedic meditation more fully. I genuinely can't wait to join one of her Medi Steady Go® workshops. This episode is a reminder that while we can't always control what happens to us, we can choose how we meet it. Key Episode Takeaways: What Vedic meditation is and how it differs from other meditation practices The powerful role meditation can play in healing - physically, emotionally and spiritually Why a health diagnosis doesn't have to be defined only by fear or negativity How focusing on what you can do restores a sense of agency and hope Why happiness isn't something you need to chase - it's always there, waiting beneath the noise About the Guest Sarah Susak is a full-time working mum. A commercial lawyer with over two decades of experience, Sarah has led the legal function of some of the world's most iconic brands, including Coca-Cola and Colgate-Palmolive, across the South Pacific and Europe. She is now a full time General Manager for Legal and Corporate Affairs at a leading Australian food manufacturer. In 2017, shortly after becoming a mother, Sarah was diagnosed with a rare and deadly head and neck cancer. Her journey through major facial reconstructive surgeries, intensive radiation treatment and ongoing medical challenges led her to discover the ancient practice of Vedic meditation, which became a cornerstone of her recovery and inspired her to train as a Vedic meditation teacher. In 2023 she launched Medi Steady Go®, a business dedicated to sharing the wisdom and techniques that she credits with saving her life. After being in remission of cancer for almost seven years, while completing YOURU in 2024 Sarah was diagnosed with a metastasis to the lung. Though safely removed, she developed a rare autoimmune condition which saw her on life support and hospitalised for almost three months. With the help of holistic health practices and her daily meditation routine, she made a remarkable recovery, defying medical expectations. She is now living a joyful and purpose-filled life in Sydney with her husband and daughter. YOURU is her first book. Show Resources: Follow Sarah on Instagram - HERE Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn - HERE Check Out Sarah's Website - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Check Out Emma's 1:1 Coaching - HERE Book a FREE 30-Minute Call with Emma - HERE If you loved this episode, please share it on your Instagram Stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @sarah_susak - we'd love to know what resonated most for you. Yours in Finding Inner Happiness, Emma.

Ben Mwine is one of the most influential figures in Ugandan media — and in this powerful episode of The Ugandan Boy Talk Show, he sits down with host Bonny Kibuuka for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about purpose, discipline, fatherhood, marriage, media longevity, and legacy.Ben Mwine is the Head of Corporate Affairs at Next Media, Vice Chair of the National Association of Broadcasters, a celebrated media personality, actor, and one of Uganda's most respected event moderators. With nearly 30 years of experience in media, Ben shares how he has stayed relevant across generations, transitioned into acting, and balanced ambition with family life.In this episode, we discuss:Finding purpose at a young ageThe power of discipline and delayed gratificationWhy education alone does not guarantee successFatherhood, marriage, and raising children as a modern African manThe importance of meaningful friendshipsStaying relevant in Ugandan media for nearly three decadesStarting an acting career later in lifeFootball banter: Liverpool vs Arsenal ⚽Cars, passion, and life beyond the spotlightBonny also opens up about being a father himself, creating a real and relatable conversation about manhood, responsibility, and legacy.This episode is for:✔️ Young men navigating career and purpose✔️ Media professionals and creatives✔️ Fathers and husbands✔️ Anyone interested in Ugandan media, leadership, and personal growth

Stephen Grootes speaks to Johnny Moloto, Head of Corporate Affairs for BAT Sub-Saharan Africa, about British American Tobacco’s decision to shut down its Heidelberg manufacturing plant amid a surge in illegal cigarette trade. In other interviews, Melanie Veness, CEO of the Pietermaritzburg and Midlands Chamber of Business and Energy Expert at IMPOWER Matthew Cruise about the far‑reaching implications of Nersa’s unlawful tariff approvals and the potential financial shock awaiting both municipalities and consumers. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is one of the busiest days of the year for people travelling home for Christmas. For the latest Graeme McQueen, Media Manager, Dublin Airport Authority, Barry Kenny from Irish Rail and Bus Eireann's Head of Corporate Affairs and Communications, Mark Mulqueen.

Alexandru Voica, Head of Corporate Affairs and Policy at Synthesia, discusses how the world's largest enterprise AI video platform has approached trust and safety from day one. He explains Synthesia's "three C's" framework—consent, control, and collaboration: never creating digital replicas without explicit permission, moderating every video before rendering, and engaging with policymakers to shape practical regulation. Voica acknowledges these safeguards have cost some business, but argues that for enterprise sales, trust is competitively essential. The company's content moderation has evolved from simple keyword detection to sophisticated LLM-based analysis, recently withstanding a rigorous public red team test organized by NIST and Humane Intelligence. Voica criticizes the EU AI Act's approach of regulating how AI systems are built rather than focusing on harmful outcomes, noting that smaller models can now match frontier capabilities while evading compute-threshold regulations. He points to the UK's outcome-focused approach—like criminalizing non-consensual deepfake pornography—as more effective. On adoption, Voica argues that AI companies should submit to rigorous third-party audits using ISO standards rather than publishing philosophical position papers—the thesis of his essay "Audits, Not Essays." The conversation closes personally: growing up in 1990s Romania with rare access to English tutoring, Voica sees AI-powered personalized education as a transformative opportunity to democratize learning. Alexandru Voica is the Head of Corporate Affairs and Policy at Synthesia, the UK's largest generative AI company and the world's leading AI video platform. He has worked in the technology industry for over 15 years, holding public affairs and engineering roles at Meta, NetEase, Ocado, and Arm. Voica holds an MSc in Computer Science from the Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies and serves as an advisor to MBZUAI, the world's first AI university. Transcript Audits, Not Essays: How to Win Trust for Enterprise AI (Transformer) Synthesia's Content Moderation Systems Withstand Rigorous NIST, Humane Intelligence Red Team Test (Synthesia) Computerspeak Newsletter

Is restarting Three Mile Island the ultimate redemption story—or the industry's biggest PR gamble?Judy Rader, Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Chief Communications Officer at Constellation Energy, runs communications for the nation's largest clean energy producer. Operating 21 nuclear reactors representing 25% of U.S. nuclear capacity, Constellation has transformed nuclear's narrative from defensive to proactive. "I want to save nuclear power plants. I think it's important for our climate," Judy told a skeptical colleague before joining the 2022 spinoff. She explains why restarting Three Mile Island was the right call, how eating a banana delivers more radiation than living near a reactor, and what it takes to build new nuclear at scale. Can America compete with China's nuclear buildout?Judy Rader is Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Chief Communications Officer at Constellation Energy, the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free electricity. With operational oversight of 21 nuclear reactors representing 25% of all U.S. nuclear capacity, Judy leads corporate communications and public affairs strategy. Her 20-year energy career began at ComEd in 2005 after agency experience with blue-chip clients including Kraft, Boeing, and Allstate. A passionate advocate for nuclear energy's climate benefits, Judy joined Constellation's 2022 spinoff from Exelon to advance the industry's clean energy mission. She spearheaded the Come Clean campaign, helping drive public nuclear support to 60%.In This Episode:(00:00) Judy Rader and Constellation Energy's nuclear leadership (04:08) From agency life to utilities, expecting boring work (08:18) Nuclear's perception problem and the Come Clean campaign (14:30) Three Mile Island restart announcement and strategic messaging (20:43) Radiation facts, banana comparisons, and public education (23:00) Building new nuclear capacity to meet demand growthShare with someone who would enjoy this topic, like and subscribe to hear all of our future episodes, send us your comments and guest suggestions!About the show: The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of social, economic, and environmental research and exploration – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously deploying sustainable solutions – the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age. This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, a global marketing and communications agency that partners with Fully Conscious brands — those with the courage to lead transformative change across Climate & Energy, Real Estate, Health, and beyond. Our clients include visionary corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits who recognize that meaningful impact requires more than awareness; it demands bold action. In today's Age of Adoption, where every sector must incorporate sustainable solutions into foundational systems, we amplify brands standing at the forefront of change, shaping a better future for our planet and its people. To learn more, visit antennagroup.com.Resources:Judy Rader LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judyrader/Constellation Energy: https://www.constellationenergy.com/Antenna GroupKeith Zakheim LinkedIn

What opportunities and challenges does mining in Greenland present, and how can the interests of local communities, industry, and the environment be balanced?Joining the conversation are:Sara Olsvig, International Chair, Inuit Circumpolar Council (ICC); Head of Delegation to the Arctic CouncilNaja Dyrendom Graugaard, Assistant Professor, University of Copenhagen, DenmarkNauja Bianco, Member of the Board of Directors, Greenland Resources Inc., Canada; Director, Isuma Consulting, GreenlandNick Bæk Heilmann, Senior Associate, Kaya PartnersEdward Westropp, Head of Business Development and Corporate Affairs, Amaroq MineralsModerating is Damien Degeorges, Director of Degeorges Consulting.This Session was recorded live at the Arctic Circle Business Forum, held October 16th to 17th, during the 2025 Arctic Circle Assembly, in Reykjavík, Iceland.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

Katie Razzall and Ros Atkins discuss the latest developments in the BBC's ongoing crisis after President Trump threatens a multi-billion dollar lawsuit with: Baroness Tina Stowell, Conservative Peer and former Head of Corporate Affairs at the BBC and the Media Editor at the Sunday Times Rosamund Urwin. Phil Riley, co-founder of Boom Radio, warns that BBC Radio risks becoming an 'orphan asset' unless the BBC rethinks its funding and leadership and Jordan Schwarzenberger, co-founder of Arcade Media and manager of The Sidemen, argues Gen Z won't pay the licence fee and calls for a creator-led, platform-savvy BBC that can compete in a decentralised media world.And Ben Winston, producer of The Kardashians, Gavin and Stacey, and the upcoming 2028 Olympic ceremonies talks about his latest project: a Netflix documentary with Ed Sheeran, filmed entirely in one take.Producer: Lisa Jenkinson Assistant Producer: Martha Owen

The Guardian's political editor Pippa Crerar assesses the latest developments at Westminster. Following a turbulent week for the government, with talk of plots to replace the Prime Minister and speculation over the budget, Pippa speaks to two Labour MPs, Chris Curtis and Rachael Maskell, about the mood on the Labour backbenches.To discuss the challenges for BBC following the resignation of its director general, Pippa speaks to Conservative peer Tina Stowell, a former Head of Corporate Affairs at the BBC and Anna Sabine, the Liberal Democrat spokesperson for Culture, Media and Sport.To discuss the state of the prison system, Pippa is joined by former Conservative Justice Secretary David Gauke who, earlier this year, carried out a review into sentencing for the government. And, to give their take on a difficult week for the Prime Minister, Pippa is joined by the political editor of the News Statesman magazine Ailbhe Rea and Luke Tryl the Managing Director of the polling company More in Common.

You can't communicate your way out of a values problem. Yet every day, communications leaders are expected to do precisely that. In this episode of The Trending Communicator, host Dan Nestle sits down with ⁠Emil Hill⁠, principal of The Creshiem Group and a public affairs strategist with 25+ years navigating the intersection of business, government, and communications. From guiding the W.K. Kellogg Foundation through Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation to helping Papa John's face their reckoning, from UnitedHealth Group to the National Education Association, Emil's been the strategist organizations call when quick fixes won't cut it. Emil and Dan explore why the consolidation of corporate communications, investor relations, government relations, and research under corporate affairs* umbrellas is the recognition that every stakeholder now connects to every other stakeholder. They dig into why crises reveal values misalignment, why your stock price timeline and your actual problem timeline are incompatible, and why "calm, clarity, and precision" matters more when everything's moving faster. *Dan says “Public Affairs” but means “Corporate Affairs” throughout the episode. He apologizes, especially to Megan Noel, for his confusion. Listen in and hear about... Why corporate affairs consolidation signals a fundamental shift in stakeholder connectivity How a finance background changes how you diagnose communications problems The gap between executive timelines and the time real organizational change requires Why quick crisis fixes usually miss what's actually broken Navigating uncertainty with optimism when change is inevitable Notable Quotes On The Power of Immersive Partnership: "I don't know if you can really be a good partner to any client if you don't immerse yourself in their business, understand who their competitors are, try to get a sense for their DNA and try to advise based on those understandings. If you don't have that, yeah, you're going to fall short every time." — Emil Hill [00:07:53 → 00:08:17] On The Future of Local News: "I am craving a deeper dive into, into local news that the Washington Post cannot provide for me and Mary about what's going on here that's not in the news. And it feels like with the evolution of technology, some enterprising business person is going to figure out a way to cobble together more information and news about particular parts of the country, city, state and local in a way that we used to." — Emil Hill [01:00:27 → 01:01:03] On Navigating Economic Uncertainty: "I think businesses, individuals and communities around the country, I think you want to hold on to your optimism. I think you should get active, but ride it. And this too shall pass." — Emil Hill [01:06:59 → 01:08:08] Resources and Links Dan Nestle Inquisitive Communications | Website The Trending Communicator | Website Communications Trends from Trending Communicators | Dan Nestle's Substack Dan Nestle | LinkedIn Emil Hill Emil Hill | LinkedIn Timestamps 0:00:00 Introduction – Rise of Public Affairs and Emil Hill's Expertise0:06:15 Pathways into Public Affairs – Problem Solving and Business Acumen0:11:03 Consolidation of Corporate Communications Functions0:16:44 Stakeholder Connections in a Rapid News Cycle0:23:19 Measuring Audience Sentiment and Internal vs. External Messaging0:29:22 Persuading Stakeholders – Importance of Data and Explanation0:34:57 AI's Role in Communications – Data, Analysis, and Domain Expertise0:42:32 Brand Missteps and the Limits of Research0:47:13 Real Audience Research vs. Social Media Noise0:53:42 New Corporate Affairs Capabilities – Local Sentiment and Crisis Response0:58:44 Local News Evolution and Technology's Impact1:04:39 Ideas for AI-Driven Local News Coverage1:08:08 Optimism, Change, and Closing Thoughts1:09:36 Outro and Subscription Info (Notes co-created by Human Dan, Claude, and Castmagic) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a pre-ransomware cyberattack hit St Vincent's Health Australia, Acting National Director of Corporate Affairs and Communications Elliot Stein found himself leading through uncertainty. In this episode, he takes us inside the tense 72 hours that followed—where every decision, from going public early to engaging government partners, was guided by one principle: trust. Elliot also reflects on the broader lessons learned—from transparent crisis communication to the irreplaceable role of human connection in an age of AI. As he shares candid insights on leadership, reputation, and resilience, this episode reveals how honesty and collaboration can turn a potential crisis into a defining moment of integrity. Elliot Stein, A/National Director Corporate Affairs and Communications, St Vincent's Health Australia For more great insights head to www.PublicSectorNetwork.co  

Jessica serves as the Managing Partner of DHR's Corporate Affairs and Communications Practice, based in Washington, D.C. With a strong, global network and experience leading C-level searches within the communications space, Jessica develops and maintains strong relationships with industry leaders, understands the evolving nature of agencies and is a trusted advisor to her clients.Prior to joining DHR, Jessica served more than five years as an Executive Director at a communications executive search firm. Earlier in her career, Jessica was Vice President of U.S. Talent Acquisitions with one of the top 10 public relations agencies. She led senior-level recruitment across the agency's corporate, financial, technology, healthcare, consumer, brand marketing and brand marketing and digital practices. Jessica began her search career as senior recruiter with a multinational communication and public relations firm, where she developed business and recruitment strategies.Jessica has a demonstrated history of recruiting across industries for public relations, communications and marketing roles. Her focus is on corporate communications, consumer and brand marketing, investor relations, talent marketing, media relations, internal communications, public affairs, corporate social responsibility, technology communications, healthcare communications, financial communications, crisis communications, social and digital.She graduated from Louisiana State University with a bachelor's degree in public relations and a minor in business administration. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform.Stay connected with us:Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

If you have ever wanted to use your gifts, talents, and abilities to lead change in your community, then today's show is especially for you. Pastor Ben Anderson, Senior Pastor of Solid Rock Christian Center and his wife, Pastor Wanda Anderson, Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Risk Management for the Navigators, share with Dr. … The post Pastors Ben and Wanda Anderson: Innovations in Church and Community Leadership (Episode # 331F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

Welcome to a special episode of the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! We're joined by David Wiese-Carl, Vice President of Communications & Corporate Affairs for the Houston Dynamo Football Club, to talk about Houston Soccer Celebration — a new series of fan-focused experiences at Shell Energy Stadium. The kickoff event, presented by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, takes place Saturday, December 6, featuring free, family-friendly activities the day after the FIFA World Cup Draw. We also discuss what fans can expect when the World Cup comes to Houston next summer and more!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts: Dustyn Richardson-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything.

Carolyn Kim is the Vice President of Corporate Affairs for UPS Canada, leading policy issues related to sustainability, transportation and supply chains, as well as international trade, customs, and labour. She brings nearly two decades of land use, sustainability, and transportation policy and planning experience. Carolyn is a wealth of knowledge in these uncertain and shifting times for anybody dealing across North American borders. I took so many notes, and Carolyn dropped so many knowledge bombs, we had to split this interview into two parts! Connect with Caroline: Canada/US customs cheat sheet - worth its weight in gold! Small business shipping tools: ups.com/mybiz Webinar replay: "Navigate the New Norms: Essential Insights on U.S. Trade and Tariff Changes for Cross-Border Shipping" (passcode is y^DYLKq9) Be sure to use these resources, they are sooooooo helpful! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/   Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/ca/en/business-solutions/grow-your-business.page to save up to 50% on your shipping!

Doug Berven, Vice President of Corporate Affairs at POET and a USFRA board member, speaks to the current state of the agriculture economy. Learn more here.  To stay connected with USFRA, join our newsletter and become involved in our efforts, here. 

What happens when the communications function stops being about messaging and starts being about business transformation? When your stakeholders include 10,000 employees, 94,000 students, 350,000 alumni, plus investors, policymakers, and healthcare partners? In this episode of The Trending Communicator, host Dan Nestle reconnects with Megan Noel, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Adtalem Global Education, to explore why the CCAO role is a fundamental reimagining of what communications does. Megan leads government relations, investor relations, public affairs, impact and sustainability, and alumni relations under one reputation-focused banner. From managing the fallout of the "One Big Beautiful Bill" over July 4th weekend to navigating AI search optimization and Wikipedia's importance in reputation management, Megan and Dan dig into the practical realities of corporate affairs at scale. They explore how business acumen has become a hard skill, why curiosity beats credentials, and how communicators can avoid becoming "negative Nancy" while still providing strategic counsel. Listen in and hear about... Why corporate affairs unifies storytelling across all stakeholder groups under a reputation banner How business acumen requires being "dangerous enough" in finance, law, and HR without becoming an expert The surprising importance of Wikipedia and specific media outlets in AI search and GEO optimization Why saying "yes, how" beats saying "no, but" when working with business leaders How curiosity and innovation mindset separate entry-level candidates who get jobs from those who don't The challenge of maintaining unbiased reputation when AI search platforms pull from potentially compromised sources Notable Quotes On Corporate Affairs Evolution: "The corporate affairs model is just the next step in that evolution. We used to just communicate what the business wanted. Now we're more than just a channel strategy to push things to different audiences." - Megan Noel [07:30] On Business Acumen: "I certainly don't need to be as sophisticated in our numbers as our CFO. But I need to be dangerous enough in all of them to be able to sit down at a very senior level and have a thoughtful conversation." - Megan Noel [20:29] On Strategic Counsel: "Instead of saying no, but—offer alternatives or other options so that we could potentially get to yes. When you do have to say the no, it feels like you're using that really thoughtfully and people will take you seriously." - Megan Noel [23:39] On AI Search Reality: "There is a perception that whatever question you ask AI is unbiased, when in fact it's pulling information through just a different algorithm. It could be just as biased with other bad data." - Megan Noel [46:56] On Innovation Mindset: "The hiring manager said it was because she showed an appetite to push and to learn and to innovate. That skill, even at the very entry level, matters." - Megan Noel [59:35] Resources and Links Dan Nestle Inquisitive Communications | Website The Trending Communicator | Website Communications Trends from Trending Communicators | Dan Nestle's Substack Dan Nestle | LinkedIn Megan Noel Adtalem Global Education | Website Megan Noel | LinkedIn Timestamps 0:00 Intro: Change in PR and marketing 5:47 Evolution of Chief Corporate Affairs Officer role 13:06 Reputation as unifying banner for corporate affairs 19:40 Importance of business acumen for leaders 24:39 Communications as a critical business skill 27:46 Relationship between corporate affairs and marketing 31:28 Fostering disagreement and diverse perspectives 35:41 Impact of AI on search and reputation management 41:24 Proactively managing reputation in AI era 49:28 Balancing content creation and stakeholder engagement 53:43 Innovation as key leadership trait 57:41 Cultivating curiosity and innovation across teams 1:03:31 Closing remarks and contact information (Notes co-created by Human Dan, Claude, and  Flowsend.ai ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farm+Food+Facts host Joanna Guza talks with Doug Berven, Vice President of Corporate Affairs at POET and a USFRA board member, about the importance of E-15, popular fuel choice around the world, opportunities for infrastructure updates and technology advancements.  To stay connected with USFRA, join our newsletter and become involved in our efforts, here.  

Carolyn Kim is the Vice President of Corporate Affairs for UPS Canada, leading policy issues related to sustainability, transportation and supply chains, as well as international trade, customs, and labour. She brings nearly two decades of land use, sustainability, and transportation policy and planning experience. Carolyn is a wealth of knowledge in these uncertain and shifting times for anybody dealing across North American borders. I took so many notes, and Carolyn dropped so many knowledge bombs, we had to split this interview into two parts! Connect with Caroline: Canada/US customs cheat sheet - worth its weight in gold! Small business shipping tools: ups.com/mybiz Webinar replay: "Navigate the New Norms: Essential Insights on U.S. Trade and Tariff Changes for Cross-Border Shipping" (passcode is y^DYLKq9) Be sure to use these resources, they are sooooooo helpful! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/   Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/ca/en/business-solutions/grow-your-business.page to save up to 50% on your shipping!

This event is part of the Institute for Government's Labour Party Conference 2025 fringe programme. Speakers: Michael Shanks MP, Minister for Energy at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Sam Alvis, Associate Director for Environment, Energy Security and Nature at IPPR Sam Peacock, Managing Director for Corporate Affairs, Regulation and Strategy at SSE Dhara Vyas, Chief Executive Officer of Energy UK This event was chaired by Jill Rutter, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Government. This event was held in partnership with Energy UK and SSE. 

Lulu Cheng Meservey is one of the sharpest minds in communications and strategy. She has helped some of the best leaders through their hardest moments. We talk about why trust and conviction are contagious, how to win attention in a noisy world, and how to handle attacks without losing ground. ----- About Lulu: Having been CCO and EVP of Corporate Affairs at Activision Blizzard and VP of Comms at Substack, she is now the creator of Rostra, the only advisory firm focused on founder-led comms. ----- Approximate Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (08:34) The Importance Of The Hook (14:35) Why Do Governments And Large Corporations Communicate So Poorly? (21:50) How To Build A Cult (27:56) How Trust And Likeability Affect Your Messages (39:19) How To Respond To A Public Relations Attack (42:57) One Death Is A Tragedy, A Thousand Are A Statistic (47:34) The Importance Of Being First (55:22) Overcoming Being The Underdog (1:00:03) How To Play Offence In PR (1:05:36) 3 Things To Make A Difference In Your Comms / Storytelling (1:21:07) The Halo Effect (1:25:52) Practical Comms Advice For Everyday Work Interactions (1:46:17) What Is Success For You? ----- Thank you to the sponsors for this episode: Basecamp: Stop struggling, start making progress. Get somewhere with Basecamp. Sign up free at http://basecamp.com/knowledgeproject reMarkable: Get your paper tablet at https://www.reMarkable.com today .tech domains: Nothing says tech like being on .tech https://get.tech/ ----- Upgrade: Get a hand edited transcripts and ad free experiences along with my thoughts and reflections at the end of every conversation. Learn more @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠------Newsletter: The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it's completely free. Learn more and sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠------Follow Shane ParrishX ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ShaneAParrish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Insta ⁠@farnamstreet⁠ LinkedIn ⁠Shane Parrish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you're the youngest in the room/What happens!! About Dayna Adelman Dayna Adelman is brewed with a passion for storytelling, the thrill of a travel adventure, and the love of a good challenge. Driven to doing things outside the box, she has taken a more unconventional path to finding personal and professional success. That is, if convention is defined by the New York community in which she grew up. Her career as a corporate affairs professional has taken her to live in four countries on three continents, where, in her first decade, she continued to defy the odds as the youngest—and sometimes only female—in the room. Dayna is a proud graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with degrees in journalism and dramatic art. Go Tar Heels!  She currently resides in New York City.  https://daynaadelman.com/about  

Recorded live at our invite-only Carrier Kickoff (CKO) transportation event In July 2025. This special episode of Smart Acids hits the road with industry leaders to unpack the forces shaping freight, logistics, and chemical supply chains in 2025 and beyond.Hosts Andy Erickson & Chris Ernst are joined by:Chris Pickett – Lead Market Analyst, Pickett Research & CTO, Flock FreightRyan Streblow – President & CEO, National Tank Truck CarriersDr. Dwayne Roark – VP, Corporate Affairs & Marketing Communications, Univar SolutionsTogether, they dive into:The impact of bulk carrier consolidation and M&A activityClass 8 truck production trends and regulatory pressuresTariffs, trade wars, and their ripple effects on the chemical industryWhat it really means to be a “shipper of choice” in today's marketWhether you're in logistics, chemical manufacturing, or just love a good panel with sharp insights and sharper wit, this episode delivers.Smart Acids™ is the source for product insights and current market moves related to chemical and specialty ingredient distribution—breaking it all down one boron at a time. Join hosts Andy Erickson and Chris Ernst for straightforward and honest chat that speaks to the why behind pricing and supply, delivered in a smart, fun and entertaining way. Smart Acids is the winner of a B2 Silver Award, a top national recognition among leading global brands and marketers in B2B.About the hosts: Andy Erickson, senior director of product marketing for essential chemicals, and Chris Ernst, senior director of product marketing for solvents, converse with guests from chemistry and specialty ingredient backgrounds who are keyed in to manufacturing and markets across industries.Univar Solutions is a leading global specialty chemical and ingredient distributor representing a premier portfolio from the world's leading producers, and helping to keep communities healthy, fed, clean and safe. With the industry's largest private transportation fleet and technical sales force, unparalleled logistics know-how, deep market and regulatory knowledge, formulation and recipe development, and leading digital tools, we offer tailored solutions and value-added services to a wide range of markets, industries and applications.

Michael Glawson is a PhD philosopher of science, technology, religion & ethics. As an ethicist, he has created corporate ethics training for government organizations & fortune 500 companies. In this episode, he puts into plain language the ever evolving world of AI. We cover Anthropic's recent report of their AI technology blackmailing two of their executives in a recent sandboxed experiment, why AI isn't as smart as you think, why AI can re-write its own rules, what experts think about our future with AI, the reality of robot romance & practical tips for the average person.If you like this episode, you'll also like episode 168: WELCOME TO THE FUTURE: AI, SMART CITIES & DATA NESTING DOLLSGuest: https://www.instagram.com/michaelglawson/ | https://www.facebook.com/michaelglawson | https://x.com/MichaelGlawson | https://linktr.ee/michaelglawson | michaelglawson@me.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/gmglawson/Host:  https://www.meredithforreal.com/  | https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/  | meredith@meredithforreal.com | https://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal  | https://www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovert Sponsors: https://www.jordanharbinger.com/starterpacks/ | https://uwf.edu/university-advancement/departments/historic-trust/

Debbie Metzler, PETA sr. Director of Captive Wildlife, Legal and Corporate Affairs, with Emil Guillermo on the West Coast Game Park Safari shutdown in Bandon, Oregon. If you see something, report it to www.peta.org/abuse The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo.  Contact us at PETA.org Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo and get the podcast on YouTube. www.YouTube.com/@emilamok1 Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening to THE PETA PODCAST!  June 24, 2025,  ©PETA, Emil Guillermo 2023-25