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Unlocking Energy Storage Value: PJM Market Reforms with Brattle Group's Serena Patel Episode Overview: In this special live episode of the Solar Maverick Podcast, recorded at the 2025 Mid-Atlantic Solar & Storage Industries Association (“MSSIA”) Solar & Storage Insight Conference in New Brunswick, NJ, host Benoy Thanjan sits down with Serena Patel, Energy Research Associate at The Brattle Group, to unpack critical energy storage market reforms in the PJM interconnection. The conversation focuses on a groundbreaking report from Brattle, commissioned by the American Clean Power Association, that lays out a roadmap for unlocking the full value of energy storage across U.S. energy markets. Key Topics Covered: Why PJM's current market design undervalues flexible storage resources The two most urgent market reforms: ▪ Opportunity cost bidding for energy storage ▪ Creation of new ancillary service and ramping reserve products How suppressed price signals hinder storage operators' revenue Lessons from other RTOs like CAISO and NYISO that PJM can implement now The case for all-source procurement in local reliability planning The critical role of stakeholder engagement and policy advocacy to push reforms forward Featured Report: Energy Storage Market Design Reforms: A Roadmap to Unlock the Potential of Energy Storage By: Brattle Group for the American Clean Power Association Released: April 2025 https://www.brattle.com/insights-events/publications/brattle-experts-prepared-an-energy-storage-market-reform-roadmap-for-several-us-electricity-markets/ Notable Quotes: “Our current systems were built for legacy fossil fuel generators. If we don't reform the markets now, we risk undervaluing the flexibility that storage offers.” – Serena Patel “Opportunity cost bidding would help storage developers maximize revenue by bidding strategically, rather than being constrained by outdated market rules.” – Serena Patel   Takeaway for Developers & Policymakers: To accelerate storage deployment, developers must actively engage in PJM stakeholder processes and advocate for reforms that enable revenue stacking and flexibility compensation. The Brattle report offers actionable insights to guide that involvement.   Thanks to MSSIA: Special thanks to the MiSSIA for hosting the Solar Maverick Podcast at their first annual conference and for their continued solar and storage advocacy in NJ, PA, and DE.   Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy and he is also an advisor for several solar startup companies.  He has extensive project origination, development, and financial experience in the renewable energy industry and in the environmental commodities market.   This includes initial site evaluation, permitting, financing, sourcing equipment, and negotiating the long-term energy and environmental commodities off-take agreements. He manages due diligence processes on land, permitting, and utility interconnection and is in charge of financing and structuring through Note to Proceed (“NTP”) to Commercial Operation Date (“COD”). Benoy composes teams suitable for all project development and construction tasks. He is also involved in project planning and pipeline financial modeling. He has been part of all sides of the transaction and this allows him to provide unique perspectives and value. Benoy has extensive experience in financial engineering to make solar projects profitable. Before founding Reneu Energy, he was the SREC Trader in the Project Finance Group for SolarCity which merged with Tesla in 2016.  He originated SREC trades with buyers and co-developed their SREC monetization and hedging strategy with the senior management of SolarCity to move into the east coast markets.  Benoy was the Vice President at Vanguard Energy Partners which is a national solar installer where he focused on project finance solutions for commercial scale solar projects.  He also worked for Ridgewood Renewable Power, a private equity fund, where he analyzed potential investments in renewable energy projects and worked on maximizing the financial return of the projects in the portfolio.  Benoy also worked on the sale of all of the renewable energy projects in Ridgewood's portfolio.   He was in the Energy Structured Finance practice for Deloitte & Touche and in Financial Advisory Services practice at Ernst & Young.  Benoy received his first experience in Finance as an intern at D.E. Shaw & Co., which is a global investment firm with 37 billion dollars in investment capital. He has a MBA in Finance from Rutgers University and a BS in Finance and Economics from the Stern School of Business at New York University.  Benoy was an Alumni Scholar at the Stern School of Business.    Serena Patel  Serena Patel is an Energy Research Associate at The Brattle Group, where she focuses on electricity market design and energy storage economics. She was a lead author on the ACP-sponsored market reform report and is deeply involved in clean energy policy development.   Stay Connected: Benoy Thanjan Email: info@reneuenergy.com  LinkedIn: Benoy Thanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com   Serena Patel Website:  https://www.brattle.com/ Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/serena-naresh-patel/   Summer Solstice Fundraiser Join Reneu Energy, Rosemawr Management, Polar Racking, Positive Deviancy, and the Solar Maverick Podcast for the 2025 Summer Solstice Fundraiser! This special evening will take place on Thursday, June 5th, from 6 PM to 10 PM at Hudson Hall in Jersey City, NJ. We'll also be raising funds for the Let's Share the Sun Foundation, which aids impoverished communities in harnessing solar energy. Event Highlights: -Venue: Hudson Hall, a Czech biergarten and smokehouse co-owned by Benoy, CEO of Reneu Energy. -Time: 6 PM to 10 PM, with delicious food throughout the evening. -Tickets: $50 https://www.tickettailor.com/events/reneuenergy/1653652

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Solar Maverick Podcast, Benoy Thanjan speaks with JD Dillon, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer at Tigo Energy. This conversation dives into how Tigo is transforming residential solar with a smarter, service-driven approach. JD shares insights from his unique career journey — from West Point and semiconductors to helping lead the turnaround at Enphase, and now steering Tigo's growth as a public company. The discussion explores the growing importance of software and service in solar, the booming market for repowering legacy systems, and why bipartisan support makes solar a winning issue across the political spectrum. JD also highlights lessons from semiconductor manufacturing, the value of veteran leadership in clean energy, and how Tigo's open ecosystem and installer-first mindset are setting the company apart. Key Topics Covered: Tigo's evolution from MLPE to full energy solutions Why service and software will define the next era of solar Repowering as a high-growth opportunity for residential solar How open ecosystems and rapid install feedback drive innovation The intersection of military leadership and renewable energy U.S. vs. global rooftop solar adoption rates — and how to catch up What the solar industry can learn from semiconductors Why solar transcends political divisions and continues to scale Trends in storage, energy independence, and grid resilience Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy and he is also an advisor for several solar startup companies.  He has extensive project origination, development, and financial experience in the renewable energy industry and in the environmental commodities market.   This includes initial site evaluation, permitting, financing, sourcing equipment, and negotiating the long-term energy and environmental commodities off-take agreements. He manages due diligence processes on land, permitting, and utility interconnection and is in charge of financing and structuring through Note to Proceed (“NTP”) to Commercial Operation Date (“COD”). Benoy composes teams suitable for all project development and construction tasks. He is also involved in project planning and pipeline financial modeling. He has been part of all sides of the transaction and this allows him to provide unique perspectives and value. Benoy has extensive experience in financial engineering to make solar projects profitable. Before founding Reneu Energy, he was the SREC Trader in the Project Finance Group for SolarCity which merged with Tesla in 2016.  He originated SREC trades with buyers and co-developed their SREC monetization and hedging strategy with the senior management of SolarCity to move into the east coast markets.  Benoy was the Vice President at Vanguard Energy Partners which is a national solar installer where he focused on project finance solutions for commercial scale solar projects.  He also worked for Ridgewood Renewable Power, a private equity fund, where he analyzed potential investments in renewable energy projects and worked on maximizing the financial return of the projects in the portfolio.  Benoy also worked on the sale of all of the renewable energy projects in Ridgewood's portfolio.   He was in the Energy Structured Finance practice for Deloitte & Touche and in Financial Advisory Services practice at Ernst & Young.  Benoy received his first experience in Finance as an intern at D.E. Shaw & Co., which is a global investment firm with 37 billion dollars in investment capital. He has a MBA in Finance from Rutgers University and a BS in Finance and Economics from the Stern School of Business at New York University.  Benoy was an Alumni Scholar at the Stern School of Business.    James (JD) Dillon CHIEF MARKETING & CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE OFFICER at Tigo Energy JD leads branding, demand generation, and communications functions in addition to the technical service and support teams at Tigo Energy. His experience spans the U.S. Armed Forces, semiconductors, solid-state drives, as well as solar hardware and software solutions. His functional leadership has impacted pricing, new product introduction, customer experience, and communications at all levels. Prior to joining Tigo in 2020, JD spent over 3 years as the VP of Marketing and Pricing at Enphase Energy. Stay Connected: Benoy Thanjan Email: info@reneuenergy.com  LinkedIn: Benoy Thanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com   JD Dillon Website:  https://www.tigoenergy.com/ Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jd-dillon/   Summer Solstice Fundraiser Join Reneu Energy, Positive Deviancy, and the Solar Maverick Podcast for the 2025 Summer Solstice Fundraiser! Celebrate the warm weather with us at the Summer Solstice Fundraiser, hosted by Reneu Energy, Positive Deviancy ,and the Solar Maverick Podcast. This special evening will take place on Thursday, June 5th, from 6 PM to 10 PM at Hudson Hall in Jersey City, NJ. We'll also be raising funds for the Let's Share the Sun Foundation, which aids impoverished communities in harnessing solar energy. Event Highlights: -Venue: Hudson Hall, a Czech biergarten and smokehouse co-owned by Benoy, CEO of Reneu Energy. -Time: 6 PM to 10 PM, with delicious food throughout the evening. -Tickets: $50 https://www.tickettailor.com/events/reneuenergy/1653652  

In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Ashley Goodall, outstanding leadership expert, former Fortune 50 executive, former Senior VP at Cisco, former senior executive at Deloitte and author of The Problem with Change, one of Financial Times' top business books of 2024. As a thought leader, his work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Harvard Business Review, and more. In this episode, you'll learn why nonstop disruption drains performance--and how to fix it. You'll learn how predictability fuels innovation, why "check-ins" beat "performance reviews" and the four questions that make check-ins work. You'll discover how to create real belonging at work, why corporate vision and value statements often backfire, and you'll learn what actually does drive engagement. If you're navigating change—or leading others through it—this episode is for you! Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here. SHOW NOTES: ASHLEY GOODALL: BIO: See website BOOKS: The Problem with Change: And the Essential Nature of Human Performance, by Ashley Goodall Nine Lies About Work: A Freethinking Leader's Guide to the Real World, by Ashley Goodall and Marcus Buckingham WEBSITE: https://ashleygoodall.com/

Today's guest is Daniel Ferrante, AI Leader in R&D and Data Strategy at Deloitte. Daniel joins Emerj CEO and Head of Research Daniel Faggella on today's show to delve into the intersection of AI, data strategy, and research and development across industries such as agriculture, life sciences, and materials science. Ferrante breaks down the core challenges organizations face in harnessing data to unlock AI's potential and drive efficiencies in R&D processes. Ferrante also emphasizes the importance of contextualizing data through a multimodal framework — Deloitte's Atlas — to bridge gaps between disparate datasets and ontologies. He outlines how AI models, including large language models (LLMs), can be leveraged to label and map complex data landscapes. This episode is sponsored by Deloitte. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at emerj.com/ad1. Want to share your AI adoption story with executive peers? Click emerj.com/expert2 for more information and to be a potential future guest on the ‘AI in Business' podcast!

España consolida su posición como destino preferente para el mercado turístico chino, con un crecimiento del 66,7 % en la llegada de turistas en 2024 y una recuperación del 92,5 % respecto a niveles prepandemia. Este avance se ve impulsado por una mayor conectividad aérea, con 61 vuelos directos semanales previstos para el verano de 2025.Transavia, la aerolínea low-cost del Grupo Air France-KLM, reforzará su programación para la temporada de este invierno con un destacado crecimiento en sus rutas hacia España desde Francia y Holanda. En concreto, ofrecerá 23 vuelos semanales más respecto al mismo periodo del año anterior.Iberia ha nombrado a Víctor Moneo como nuevo director Global de Ventas, cargo desde el que liderará la estrategia comercial de la aerolínea, con especial atención al mercado de América Latina. Sustituye a Beatriz Guillén, ahora directora de Clientes y miembro del Comité de Dirección.Madrid registró en abril un crecimiento del 7,2 % en las pernoctaciones hoteleras, impulsado por el turismo internacional, que representó más del 60 % del total de viajeros. Destacaron especialmente los incrementos de visitantes procedentes de Suiza, Argentina y Reino Unido, en un contexto de Semana Santa que reforzó la posición de la ciudad como destino atractivo y bien conectado.La Costa del Sol está superando la estacionalidad turística gracias a la celebración de macroconciertos con artistas internacionales. Estos eventos masivos, como los que se realizan en el recinto Marenostrum Fuengirola, contribuyen a aumentar la ocupación hotelera y dinamizan la economía local, extendiendo la actividad turística más allá del tradicional sol y playa.

AI and automation for solopreneurs is no longer optional—it's the secret weapon to scaling your business without stress or burnout. In this episode, we sit down with Andy Reinhold, founder of Studio Spark and former Deloitte consultant, who shares the exact frameworks, tools, and mindset shifts solopreneurs need to work smarter—not harder.If you're searching for ways to stop the constant grind, this conversation delivers what you've been looking for. Andy breaks down how to leverage AI tools for entrepreneurs and build systems that replace repetitive tasks, unlock time, and support your solopreneur productivity.He explains how to create automation in small business that streamlines marketing, sales, operations, and finance using tools like ChatGPT for business, Make.com vs Zapier, and Airtable—even if you're not technical. You'll learn how Andy turned his burnout into a blueprint and how you can do the same.This episode is for those wanting to:Escape burnout and entrepreneurship overwhelmBuild repeatable lead-gen or content systems that convertAlign your business with values like authenticity, freedom, and self-careScale with AI-powered workflows—not sleepless nightsPacked with real strategies and step-by-step examples, this conversation shows how to go from reactive to automated while still staying human.00:00 – Intro: Who is Andy Reinhold?01:15 – From Deloitte to burnout: his transformation story04:10 – How cancer & family loss reshaped his priorities06:30 – Why AI & automation became his new mission08:10 – The “No-Hustle Blueprint” explained10:45 – Tools that save time: ChatGPT, Make.com, Airtable13:00 – Learning AI as a non-technical solopreneur15:15 – Automating 90% of busy work (and staying human)17:20 – Creating content that converts with AI20:00 – Aligning your business with your values21:45 – How to connect with AndyTo check out the YouTube (video podcast), visit: https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphdDisclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show.  Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphdWe couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show:CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphdVenmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4Spotify- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/supportBuy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJxClick here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-onlineClick here to check out our bookstore, e-courses, and workshops: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/shopClick here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4pFor audiobooks, visit: https://www.audible.com/author/Christopher-H-Loo-MD-PhD/B07WFKBG1FFollow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphdFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrislooFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thereal_drchrislooFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drchrisloomddphdFollow our Blog: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/blogFollow the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NkM6US7cjsiAYTBjWGdx6?si=1da9d0a17be14d18Subscribe to our Substack newsletter: https://substack.com/@drchrisloomdphd1Subscribe to our Medium newsletter: https://medium.com/@drchrisloomdphdSubscribe to our LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6992935013231071233Subscribe to our email list: https://financial-freedom-podcast-with-dr-loo.kit.com/Thank you to all of our sponsors and advertisers that help support the show!Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2025

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Organizations must recognize that AI risk management is a shared responsibility across the entire organization, not solely confined to cybersecurity, legal, or compliance teams.  In this episode, Michael Crowthers, Managing Director of Life Sciences Digital Quality & Compliance, and Chris Knackstedt, Managing Director of Cyber and Strategic Risk Practice at Deloitte & Touche, discuss the major challenges to AI adoption, highlighting governance, ethics, and compliance as top concerns. They emphasize the importance of integrating AI governance into existing risk management frameworks and navigating regulatory uncertainty, talent gaps, and ethical usage policies. The conversation also explores risks posed by AI agents, such as runaway behavior, misaligned learning, and context untraceability, stressing the need for human oversight and robust behavioral evaluations. Looking ahead, Michael anticipates a rise in governance tech to manage evolving AI risks, while Chris encourages organizations to build on their cybersecurity foundation and maintain momentum in AI strategy. Tune in and learn how to navigate the complex landscape of AI risk management and secure adoption! Resources:  Connect and follow Mike Crowthers on LinkedIn. Connect and follow Chris Knackstedt on LinkedIn. Learn more about Deloitte on their LinkedIn and website. Subscribe to The Current, Deloitte Cyber's quick-read series. Read our life sciences and health care industry insights. Visit the Deloitte AI Institute™ website. Explore The State of Generative AI in the enterprise 2024 year-end report. 

We have talked a lot on this show about the benefits of a diverse and inclusive culture and how it leads to outstanding business results. But did you also know how DEI helps your company manage risk and future-proof against churn, productivity loss, and potentially falling behind in the market?Today, you will hear one of the best definitions of DEI and how it enhances your organization. And the definition will leave you hungry for dessert!Vivian Acquah shares a very clear - and delicious - definition of DEI, how the strategies and mindsets ensure your organization manages risk effectively, the financial costs you pay when you actively shy away from DEI, and an amazing look at how she uses virtual reality to help leaders truly understand what many in their organizations experience daily. To access the episode transcript, please search for the episode title at www.TheEmpathyEdge.comKey Takeaways:While the term DEI has been vilified recently, DEI is just like the best carrot cake - every aspect of the ingredients, the cooking temperature, and all of the elements make it great.Company loyalty is no longer guaranteed just because you pay your employees. Partnering with, not overpowering, your employees gives you better, stronger, and longer-term results. What motivates you may not be what motivates your employees. We all have different motivators. "What I see happening now with the companies that are walking away, they are making a lot of short-term decisions that are going to impact them in the long run." — Vivian AcquahEpisode References: Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel PinkHelp Them Grow or Watch Them Go by Julie Winkel Giulioni and Beverly KayeTEDx: I've Lived as a Man and as a Woman: Here's What I Learned - Paula Stone WilliamsFrom Our Partner:SparkEffect partners with organizations to unlock the full potential of their greatest asset: their people. Through their tailored assessments and expert coaching at every level, SparkEffect helps organizations manage change, sustain growth, and chart a path to a brighter future.Go to sparkeffect.com/edge now and download your complimentary Professional and Organizational Alignment Review today.About Vivian Acquah, Certified DEI TrainerVivian Acquah CDE® is a respected DEI executive known for creating inclusive workplace environments. Her strategic approach blends analysis and practical tools to address systemic barriers to equity and equality. Passionate about DEI education, she uses innovative methods like virtual reality for immersive and transformational learning. With engaging training, she drives cultural transformation and boosts employee engagement.Her name, which translates to 'water,' symbolizes her role as an extinguisher of DEI-related fires. Vivian provides tangible strategies for embracing inclusive changes, benefiting high-profile clients such as Heineken, LinkedIn, Google, Indeed, Deloitte, TIBCO, Cargill, Swift, Acrolinx, KLM, and Zalando.Connect with Vivian: Amplify DEI: amplifydei.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vivianacquah Instagram: instagram.com/vivalavivenl Threads: threads.net/@vivalavivenl Enjoy this deal!Amplify DEI Cards Conversation starters for your team or other group to start down the DEI journey: https://cards.amplifydei.com/amplify-dei-cards-bundle/ Get 10% off when you use code EMPATHY at checkoutConnect with Maria:Get Maria's books on empathy: Red-Slice.com/booksLearn more about Maria's work: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake the LinkedIn Learning Course! Leading with EmpathyLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaFacebook: Red SliceThreads: @redslicemariaWe would love to get your thoughts on the show! Please click https://bit.ly/edge-feedback to take this 5-minute survey, thanks!

I'm showing up raw and real in this episode—white tee, unfiltered, and straight from the heart. I take you behind the scenes of my journey from fear-filled moments to life-altering breakthroughs. From failing multiple CPA exams to quitting a secure job at Deloitte, from launching Budget Dog to facing my daughter's rare medical condition—every leap was powered by fear. But not the kind that paralyzes; the kind that fuels you when there's no other choice but to rise.   In this episode, I share how fear can either break you or build you. I recount how I used fear to pass the CPA exams against the odds, walk away from my 9-to-5, support my family through unimaginable challenges, and ultimately find our dream home after losing almost everything. This is the rawest, most powerful episode I've ever recorded—and I hope it lights a fire in you to lean into your own fears.   Timeline Summary [0:00] Why I ditched the polished look for this episode and decided to go raw and real [2:09] The pivotal moment that shifted my mindset after college [4:11] My intense CPA study grind and early failures that nearly broke me [6:13] The public humiliation that sparked a turning point [11:04] The moment I finally passed the CPA exams—and what it taught me about fear [13:30] How I transitioned from Deloitte to full-time entrepreneurship with Budget Dog [16:12] The conversation that led me to leave my 9-5 earlier than planned [18:05] Welcoming my daughter Logan and the life-changing diagnosis we faced [23:08] Retiring my wife and relocating to Texas for Logan's care [28:22] Discovering mold and mycotoxins—and losing nearly everything [33:55] Facing homelessness, uncertainty, and massive financial losses [37:13] The moment we found our safe home and a new beginning [40:59] Why fear has become my greatest motivator   Quotables “Fear isn't something to run from—it's a signpost pointing to your next breakthrough.” “Public failure hurt, but it also lit a fire that nothing else could.” “Just because I'm financially free doesn't mean I'm not human—I still feel fear, but I've learned to use it.” “What most people see as setbacks, I see as setups for something greater.” “When life gave us fear, we didn't back down—we leveled up.”   Links & Resources https://bookwithbudgetdog.com/ped National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) Functional Neurologist & Health Journey Insights (referenced in Logan's story)   If this episode moved you, I'd love for you to leave a review, follow the podcast, and share it with someone who needs to hear this. Thanks for tuning in—and remember, fear might just be the sign that you're on the brink of greatness.

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The Trump administration has canceled $33 million worth of federal funds meant to help pay for earthquake retrofits in California — sparking “grave concern” and a call to reconsider from one of the state's highest elected officials. Los Angeles hotel operators are threatening to withdraw from agreements to provide discounted rooms for the 2028 Olympic Games over a city ordinance that will significantly boost the minimum wage for hotel and airport workers. American travelers plan to take shorter trips this summer, with 41% surveyed taking a trip of three nights or fewer compared with 37% last year, according to a Deloitte report. More than half of Americans expect to spend less on fun expenses — like entertainment, travel and eating out. Nearly two-thirds of Americans say they think a recession is coming, according to a new survey from LendingTree. In the survey, conducted in April, 47 percent of respondents say they think a recession is coming in the next six months, while 15 percent say they think a recession is coming “but not in the next 6 months.”

✅ Subscribe now for more episodes MPF Discussion with Christina GerakiteysIs Shame Blocking Your Success? With Christina Gerakiteys  About ChristinaChristina Gerakiteys is a global keynote speaker, innovation catalyst, and CEO of UtopiaX. Passionate about empowering leaders and change-makers, she designs transformative programs that inspire Moonshot thinking and challenge conventional mindsets. Christina is the author of Celebrating Success One Failure at a Time and founder of IdeaSparx. She has worked with organisations like Deloitte, Bupa, and Austrade, and delivered keynotes for Singularity University, SXSW, and Vivid Ideas. Christina also hosts the Inspired for Impact podcast and contributes to thought leadership in creativity and innovation. She sits on multiple advisory boards, advocates for sustainability and gender equity, and is completing a doctorate in Creativity and Innovation. Is Shame Blocking Your Success?In this episode of My Perfect Failure, I'm joined by the incredible Christina Gerakiteys—innovation thought leader, founder advisor, and author of Celebrating Success, One Failure at a Time.Christina opens up about the hidden emotional barriers that often sabotage our progress—particularly shame and perfectionism. Drawing from her personal journey and her work with startup founders and CEOs, she explains how failure, when properly reframed, can become a powerful driver for innovation, creativity, and growth. We also explore Christina's mission to redefine failure, her bold “Rooster of the Week” idea, and why she nearly didn't publish her book due to self-doubt.This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who's ever let fear or shame hold them back from stepping into their full potential. 5 Key Takeaways:1.       Shame is a silent success blocker. Acknowledge it, and it loses power.2.       Your failures hold insights your successes can't teach you.3.       Innovation requires failure—and the space to talk about it.4.       Vulnerability builds strong leadership and stronger teams.5.       Self-reflection is the gateway to real transformation.  Social Links to Christina·       Website: https://www.christinagerakiteys.global/ ·       Order Book : also “Celebrating Success, One Failure At A Time” https://www.christinagerakiteys.global/?CR=Book ·       Order Course: https://offer.christinagerakiteys.global/book ·       Connect with Christina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinagerakiteys/  Support the showEvery setback has a valuable lesson.

Episode Summary: In this episode, Scott Elias, Vice President of Policy & Market Development at CleanCapital, shares expert insights on CleanCapital's investment strategy, his background in clean energy policy, and the fast-moving developments in Washington, D.C. surrounding the fight to protect the Investment Tax Credit (ITC). Scott breaks down the potential implications of proposed changes to the Inflation Reduction Act, highlights which states are leading the charge in clean energy growth, and explores the growing investor interest in solar + storage portfolios.  Read Scott's latest take on the proposed tax bill that could significantly impact clean energy investment in the U.S.: Defending American Energy Dominance – CleanCapital   Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy and he is also an advisor for several solar startup companies.  He has extensive project origination, development, and financial experience in the renewable energy industry and in the environmental commodities market.   This includes initial site evaluation, permitting, financing, sourcing equipment, and negotiating the long-term energy and environmental commodities off-take agreements. He manages due diligence processes on land, permitting, and utility interconnection and is in charge of financing and structuring through Note to Proceed (“NTP”) to Commercial Operation Date (“COD”). Benoy composes teams suitable for all project development and construction tasks. He is also involved in project planning and pipeline financial modeling. He has been part of all sides of the transaction and this allows him to provide unique perspectives and value. Benoy has extensive experience in financial engineering to make solar projects profitable. Before founding Reneu Energy, he was the SREC Trader in the Project Finance Group for SolarCity which merged with Tesla in 2016.  He originated SREC trades with buyers and co-developed their SREC monetization and hedging strategy with the senior management of SolarCity to move into the east coast markets.  Benoy was the Vice President at Vanguard Energy Partners which is a national solar installer where he focused on project finance solutions for commercial scale solar projects.  He also worked for Ridgewood Renewable Power, a private equity fund, where he analyzed potential investments in renewable energy projects and worked on maximizing the financial return of the projects in the portfolio.  Benoy also worked on the sale of all of the renewable energy projects in Ridgewood's portfolio.   He was in the Energy Structured Finance practice for Deloitte & Touche and in Financial Advisory Services practice at Ernst & Young.  Benoy received his first experience in Finance as an intern at D.E. Shaw & Co., which is a global investment firm with 37 billion dollars in investment capital. He has a MBA in Finance from Rutgers University and a BS in Finance and Economics from the Stern School of Business at New York University.  Benoy was an Alumni Scholar at the Stern School of Business.  Scott Elias Scott Elias is the Vice President of Government Affairs at CleanCapital, where he leads the company's federal and state policy strategy to accelerate clean energy deployment across the United States. With over a decade of experience in renewable energy policy, Scott plays a pivotal role in advocating for legislation that supports clean energy investment and innovation. Before joining CleanCapital, Scott held senior policy and advocacy roles at the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and other leading organizations, where he worked closely with lawmakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders to shape impactful energy policy. At CleanCapital, Scott helps ensure that the company stays ahead of policy trends and capitalizes on emerging opportunities—particularly around the Inflation Reduction Act, tax equity structures, and energy storage integration. His deep understanding of the intersection between finance, policy, and technology positions him as a key voice in advancing the transition to a low-carbon economy. Stay Connected: Benoy Thanjan Email: info@reneuenergy.com  LinkedIn: Benoy Thanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com   Scott Elias Website:  https://cleancapital.com/ Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-elias/ Email:  selias@cleancapital.com    Summer Solstice Fundraiser Join Reneu Energy, Positive Deviancy, and the Solar Maverick Podcast for the 2025 Summer Solstice Fundraiser! Celebrate the warm weather with us at the Summer Solstice Fundraiser, hosted by Reneu Energy, Positive Deviancy ,and the Solar Maverick Podcast. This special evening will take place on Thursday, June 5th, from 6 PM to 10 PM at Hudson Hall in Jersey City, NJ. We'll also be raising funds for the Let's Share the Sun Foundation, which aids impoverished communities in harnessing solar energy. Event Highlights: -Venue: Hudson Hall, a Czech biergarten and smokehouse co-owned by Benoy, CEO of Reneu Energy. -Time: 6 PM to 10 PM, with delicious food throughout the evening. -Tickets: $50 https://www.tickettailor.com/events/reneuenergy/1653652   CleanCapital Podcast https://cleancapital.com/thought-leadership/?_categories=podcast   Defend Solar Energy https://solarpowersamerica.org/campaign/defend-american-energy/

20 tech companies from across the island of Ireland have ranked in the Deloitte EMEA Technology Fast 500 list, which recognises the 500 fastest-growing technology companies across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Two tech companies across the island have ranked in the top 50: Wayflyer and Fibrus. Four ranked in the top 100, including Tines and Buymedia. Deloitte 2024 Fast 50 winner, Wayflyer, placed 43 in the rankings and achieved a revenue growth rate of 3,169%. Fibrus ranked 48 and achieved a revenue growth of 3,009%. This company also ranked 2 on Deloitte's 2024 Fast 50 list. Tines ranked 55 with revenue growth of 2,786%. Buymedia ranked 73 with revenue growth of 2,208%. The average growth rate across all 500 ranked companies is 1,585%. Fast 50 Lead and Deloitte partner, James Toomey, said: "The Deloitte EMEA Technology Fast 500 highlights the strength of Ireland's domestic tech sector and the extraordinary abilities of our entrepreneurs. Even when benchmarked against the fastest-growing tech companies from across a wide geographical sphere, Ireland, a small island of around 7 million people, has still got 20 companies in this list. "Congratulations in particular to Wayflyer, Fibrus, Tines and Buymedia who are in the highest 100 ranked companies out of 500 and topped the list in our 2024 Fast 50 awards. We marked the 25th anniversary of Fast 50 in 2024 and it reminded me how intertwined the story of modern Ireland and technology is. Awards like these show that despite global uncertainty, the future for domestic tech growth in Ireland is bright and we must continue to support these companies to grow Domestic Direct Investment (DDI). "I look forward to opening applications for the 2025 Fast 50 ranking over the summer." At the top of the EMEA list is i-charging, a Portuguese company specialising in hardware and software for electric vehicle charging solutions, with a growth rate of 65,881%. List of Ireland 2024 Fast 50 companies featured in Deloitte EMA Fast 500: Rank Business Name Revenue growth rates 43 Wayflyer 3,169% 48 Fibrus 3,009% 55 Tines 2,786% 73 Buymedia 2,208% 151 Catagen Limited 1,101% 155 Mail Metrics 1,080% 161 Syndeo 1,065% 206 Halo Technologies Europe Limited 886% 210 Clear Strategy Limited 880% 228 Lifting365.com 821% 281 EdgeTier 670% 302 Circit 621% 308 GRID Finance 614% 357 Ekco 517% 361 Swoop Funding 506% 364 CR Payroll Solutions Ltd 501% 410 Core Optimisation 440% 420 Locate a Locum 434% 469 Kneat 383% 474 Barclay Digital Services Ltd 380%

Dr. Rosalind Chow discusses how to become a better sponsor to open new opportunities for others—and yourself.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why mentorship isn't enough to advance 2) How sponsoring others elevates your status 3) Four things sponsors should do—and one to avoidSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1060 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ROSALIND — Rosalind Chow is an associate professor of Organizational Behavior and Theory at Carnegie Mellon University. Her research, teaching, and writing focus on how we all participate in social systems in ways that have implications for the maintenance or attenuation of inequity. Her current research focuses on how people can use their social connections to elevate others via sponsorship.Chow serves as the faculty director for CLIMB, offered through the Tepper School of Business in partnership with Deloitte. CLIMB focuses on preparing Black and Latino professionals for leadership positions in the accounting industry. Prior to CLIMB, Chow served as the founding faculty director for the Executive Leadership Academy, an executive leadership program addressing the challenges facing the advancement of Black leaders in the Pittsburgh region.Chow holds a BA in Psychology from Columbia University, and a PhD in Organizational Behavior from the Stanford Graduate School of Business. She currently lives in Pittsburgh, PA, with her husband, Jeff Galak, and their two children, Lia and Simon. • Book: The Doors You Can Open: A New Way to Network, Build Trust, and Use Your Influence to Create a More Inclusive Workplace • LinkedIn: Rosalind Chow • Website: RosalindChow.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Anathem by Neal Stephenson • Book: Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson • Past episode: 458: How to End Bad Behavior and Renew Your Team Amidst Change with Steve Ritter • Past episode: 945: How to Master Your Inner World and Flourish During Stress with Mawi Asgedom — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/AwesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week in the security news: Malware-laced printer drivers Unicode steganography Rhode Island may sue Deloitte for breach. They may even win. Japan's active cyber defense law Stop with the ping LLMs replace Stack Overflow - ya don't say? Aggravated identity theft is aggravating Ivanti DSM and why you shouldn't use it EDR is still playing cat and mouse with malware There's a cellular modem in your solar gear Don't slack on securing Slack XSS in your mail SIM swapping and the SEC Ivanti and libraries Supercomputers in space! Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/psw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/psw-875

This week in the security news: Malware-laced printer drivers Unicode steganography Rhode Island may sue Deloitte for breach. They may even win. Japan's active cyber defense law Stop with the ping LLMs replace Stack Overflow - ya don't say? Aggravated identity theft is aggravating Ivanti DSM and why you shouldn't use it EDR is still playing cat and mouse with malware There's a cellular modem in your solar gear Don't slack on securing Slack XSS in your mail SIM swapping and the SEC Ivanti and libraries Supercomputers in space! Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/psw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/psw-875

Today's Checkout features Ryf Quail, Managing Director of Comexposium and the driving force behind NRF: Retail's Big Show Asia Pacific, the fastest-growing retail event in the region. Ryf has seen firsthand how brands like Kmart, Mecca and JD.com are making big moves across the Asia-Pacific. In this rapid-fire round, Ryf reveals the strangest online purchases he's made (hint: it involves bribing his son), how retailer MXstore is keeping his motorbike obsession alive, and the game-changing tech that's about to shake up global payments. Plus, he shares a powerful book recommendation on grit and resilience that every retail leader should read.Check out our full-length interview with Ryf Quail here:Main episode linksThis episode was brought to you by… Convert DigitalAbout your guest:Responsible for the successful launch of Asia Pacific's biggest retail trade show, NRF: Retail's Big Show Asia Pacific, Ryf Quail has worked both in the industry and on the industry. Prior to NRF APAC, Ryf stamped iMedia Online Retail Summit Australia as the most loved eCommerce on the calendar delivering an NPS of 87 with a financial performance to match. He also ran iMedia Summits of various flavours across the region. Prior to that he has run digital and media agencies across ANZ, lead digital marketing and CRM across APAC for Deloitte, as well as playing leading roles in Nike Australia's first eCommerce trial and the launch of Internet Banking for ANZ across Australia and New Zealand. He holds an MBA with the University of Otago and loves Ducati motorcycles!About your host:Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia's Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.Email hello@addtocart.com.au We look forward to hearing from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Deloitte survey has found that most Gen Z workers in Ireland are living pay cheque to pay cheque, highlighting growing financial strain among young employees. But is that what's really affecting how happy they are at work? We asked Vipin Tanwar, Human Capital Consulting Director at Deloitte.

If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Jonathan Jaffin, MD, is a trauma surgeon who earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins and completed his general surgery residency through the National Capital Consortium, followed by a fellowship in surgical critical care at MedStar Georgetown. He dedicated over 30 years to the U.S. Army, taking on key leadership roles including Deputy Commander and Acting Commander of the Army Medical Research and Materiel Command, as well as CEO of the Walter Reed Health Care System. After retiring from military service, he transitioned into consulting as a Specialist Executive at Deloitte, one of the world's leading advisory firms—a unique path for a physician. Dr. Jaffin discusses how the leadership experience he gained in the military helped him succeed in consulting, where he provided strategic guidance to healthcare systems such as the VA and the Department of Defense. He talks candidly about the realities of life in consulting—frequent travel, the value of clinical experience in building client trust, and the importance of clear communication. He also emphasizes that while an MBA can be helpful, it's not essential if a physician has already built a strong foundation in leadership and professional relationships. He also shares practical advice for physicians considering consulting careers, such as taking on leadership roles, developing a strong network, and building credibility in a specific area of expertise. For those thinking about leaving clinical practice, he offers a reassuring perspective: it's still possible to make a meaningful impact by improving healthcare systems and policies that affect thousands of patients—not just one at a time. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at  nonclinicalphysicians.com/first-class-consulting/

Deloitte experts break down the House Ways and Means Committee's tax package markup and what it means for tax policy and business planning.

For EP30 of Chain Reactions, we sat down with Kiko (KZ), co-founder of [Chomp](https://chomp.so/), to dive into one of the most unexpectedly delightful and high-signal consumer products in crypto: a daily opinion game that's part Reddit, part Polymarket, and fully powered by Solana speed and second-order thinking.We explore Kiko's path from working at Mattel and Deloitte to leading business at Orca and ultimately co-founding Chomp — and how her background in user research, education, and design at IDEO helped shape her vision for what trustworthy information markets should look like in a world flooded with AI-generated noise.Kiko breaks down how Chomp uses game mechanics to turn subjective questions into trusted signal, what she's learned from thousands of hours of user research, and why streaks, cute mascots, and good vibes might be the secret to onboarding the next million users to crypto. We also cover the deeper mechanics behind Chomp's surprisingly powerful prediction engine — including Bayesian Truth Serum and why betting on second-order beliefs yields alpha.If you're building in consumer crypto, curious about the future of trustless UX, or just want a smarter way to kill time on the toilet — this one's for you.Please enjoy, and as always, be sure to subscribe, give us a five star review, and mint our episode at https://pods.media/myosinxyz!

Agentic AI represents the next phase beyond generative AI, promising systems that not only generate content but also take autonomous actions within business processes. In a conversation recorded at Google Cloud Next, Kevin Laughridge of Deloitte explains that businesses are moving from AI pilots to production-scale deployments. Agentic AI enables decision-making, reasoning, and action across complex enterprise environments, reducing the need for constant human input. A key enabler is Google's newly announced open Agent2Agent (A2A) protocol, which allows AI agents from different vendors to communicate and collaborate securely across platforms. Over 50 companies, including PayPal, Salesforce, and Atlassian, are already adopting it. However, deploying agentic AI at scale requires more than individual tools—it demands an AI platform with runtime frameworks, UIs, and connectors. These platforms allow enterprises to integrate agents across clouds and systems, paving the way for AI that is collaborative, adaptive, and embedded in core operations. As AI becomes foundational, developers are transitioning from coding to architecting dynamic, learning systems.Learn more from The New Stack about the latest insights about Agent2Agent Protocol: Google's Agent2Agent Protocol Helps AI Agents Talk to Each OtherA2A, MCP, Kafka and Flink: The New Stack for AI AgentsJoin our community of newsletter subscribers to stay on top of the news and at the top of your game.

My guest for Episode #309 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is La Tonya Roberts, the founder and CEO of Harmony Consulting Group. La Tonya is a fractional COO, HR consultant, and executive coach who helps women entrepreneurs scale their service-based businesses from six to seven figures through systems, strategic planning, and operational excellence. Before launching her firm, she built her career at top consulting organizations like Deloitte and Booz Allen, where she developed deep expertise in organizational change and operational leadership. EPISODE PAGE WITH VIDEO, TRANSCRIPT, AND MORE In this episode, La Tonya shares her favorite mistake—staying too long in roles she had outgrown, taking on too much responsibility, and ultimately burning out. After experiencing both physical and emotional fatigue, including a dramatic moment that sent her to the hospital, she realized that her tendency to overfunction in high-demand environments was unsustainable. Those hard lessons eventually led her to rediscover joy in her work by launching her own business focused on operational harmony and intentional growth. La Tonya explains how she now helps founders—especially women—build scalable, process-driven businesses without sacrificing their well-being. She also shares how she uses tools like ChatGPT to automate repetitive tasks and increase efficiency, both in her business and her clients'. We also talk about the importance of aligning systems, people, and strategy, and how La Tonya's clients benefit from her experience in both large enterprises and nimble startups. Listeners will hear practical advice on avoiding burnout, building systems that run without you, and why "work-life harmony" may be a better goal than elusive "balance."

Ever wondered how a law degree could lead to the highest levels of professional sports? Join us for an exclusive conversation with Tamika Tremaglio, former Executive Director of the National Basketball Players Association, as she pulls back the curtain on her remarkable journey. Discover the often-underestimated power of taking calculated risks, the crucial role of likability in the competitive legal landscape, and how "reimagining the possible" can unlock unexpected and fulfilling career paths you might not have even considered.(00:00) - Welcome Tamika Tremaglio (03:05) - Dual Law Degree Program (05:59) - KPMG (09:01) - Deloitte (14:58) - Re-Imagining the Possible (17:42) - Negotiating the 2023 CBA (20:44) - How Law School Helped (22:22) - Working with High Profile Clients and Companies (24:19) - Breaking Into Sports Law (26:21) - TA Sports Ventures (27:43) - Athlete Wellbeing (30:03) - Host Reflections Click here to view the episode transcript.

A sweeping executive order is shaking up how the U.S. government procures common goods and services, shifting authority to the General Services Administration (GSA) and aiming to cut inefficiencies in federal buying.In this episode inspired by the artcile titled: Federal contract cutbacks: How firms can deal with DOGE upheaval, we examine:What the March 2025 executive order really mandatesHow consulting giants like Deloitte, Booz Allen, and Accenture could lose hundreds of millions in federal revenueWhat “DOGE upheaval” means for federal contractorsFour actionable ways firms can pivot to stay competitive in a rapidly centralizing procurement environmentWhether you're in government services or watching adjacent sectors, this change could have far-reaching effects—and presents an opportunity to rethink how value is delivered in federal contracts.What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Chris Gheysens is chairman and chief executive officer of Wawa, a chain of more than 1,100 convenience stores in nine states across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions of the U.S. and Washington, D.C. Wawa is a family- and associate-owned, privately held company with more than 45,000 associates serving almost two million customers every day. The company began in New Jersey in the early 1800's as an iron foundry and a cotton and textile mill and moved to Pennsylvania with the opening of a dairy plant in 1902. The original dairy was built in a rural section of Pennsylvania called “Wawa,” which was named by Native Americans to honor a favored game – the Canada goose. As home delivery of dairy declined and supermarkets became more abundant in the early 1960s, the concept to open Wawa convenience stores became a reality with the first in Folsom, Pa., in 1964. Gheysens, who's been with Wawa for more than 27 years, was previously chief financial and administrative officer with responsibility for all financial, legal and human resource functions. Prior to joining Wawa, Gheysens was in the audit practice at Deloitte and Touche, LLP in Philadelphia. A graduate of Saint Augustine Preparatory School in Richland, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from Villanova University School of Business and his Master of Business Administration from Saint Joseph's University. Gheysens is a certified public accountant who was awarded an honorary Doctor of Leadership degree and the Beta Gamma Sigma Business Achievement Award from Saint Joseph's University.

David Smoak, Paul Catalina & Craig Smoak discuss their thoughts on Georgia's head coach Kirby Smart's comments about NIL in college athletics, their thoughts on Deloitte's involvement within NIL in college athletics, what changes would they like to see to NIL and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Big chair news at Hawaii, Tennessee Tech & Maryland, more on Deloitte's NIL Go memo and more.We would love to know what you think of the show and you can let us know on social media @D1ticker.If you are not subscribed to D1.ticker, you can and should subscribe at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.d1ticker.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Finishing Up the conversation on college athletics; The List: The NBA on NBC, DeLoitte, PGA Championship; Getting Tim's Reaction to the Caleb Williams Situation & Our Weekend Picks; Tell Your Story Mike Miller.

Today on the show we have Ryan Seams, the Head of Customer Success at  AssemblyAI.In this episode, Ryan shares his experience transitioning from Deloitte to the fast-paced world of startups, where he spent nearly a decade at Mixpanel scaling customer success and navigating product analytics.We then discussed the evolution of pricing models — from events-based to monthly tracked users and back again — and how that shaped customer behavior, retention, and satisfaction.We wrapped up by discussing how AI-native companies like  AssemblyAI are redefining usage-based pricing, customer segmentation, and churn forecasting in a rapidly changing landscape.Mentioned ResourcesAssemblyAI Mixpanel Google Analytics Adobe Omniture OpenAI Churn FM is sponsored by Vitally, the all-in-one Customer Success Platform.

The stress of working a corporate job sometimes makes it easy for us to lose sight of the joys in life...which is why it's so important to engage in creative acts and to not tie your identity so closely to your work.This week Natalie Marshall (AKA - Corporate Natalie) joins us on the podcast to explore these concepts and share some of her best practices on straddling the corporate vs. creative. We also discuss: How to make work work for you & other 'job crafting' techniquesLessons learned from Natalie's time at Deloitte as she transitioned into full-time entrepreneurshipHow Natalie learned to separate her identity from her outputs Why comparison is the ultimate trap...and why creating from a place of joy actually leads to greater successHow Natalie defines happiness & what brings her endorphins

Send us a textAbout This EpisodeIn this powerful episode, holistic business and career coach and author Amina AlTai joins us to unpack and redefine ambition. Drawing from her own experiences and her new book, The Ambition Trap: How to Stop Chasing and Start Living, Amina explores the difference between painful ambition rooted in core wounds and purposeful ambition aligned with wellbeing and contribution. We dive into the nuanced ways identity and societal pressures shape ambition, especially for women and marginalized leaders, and introduce tools and ideologies like the resentment line. If you're feeling burned out, questioning your path, or craving a more sustainable version of success, this conversation will help you redefine achievement on your own terms without losing yourself in the process. About Amina AlTaiAmina AITai (pronounced AH-MIN-UH) is a holistic business and career coach, proud immigrant and chronic illness advocate.  A leading coach to notable leaders, executives and founders—Amina's mastery is in connecting us to our brilliance and teaching us to live and lead from it each day. She is the author of the forthcoming book, The Ambition Trap, with Penguin/The Open Field. Amina has partnered with progressive companies such as Google, Roku, Deloitte, Snap, Outdoor Voices, NYU and HUGE. She's an Entrepreneur Magazine expert-in-residence, a Forbes contributor, and was named one of Success Magazine's Women of Influence. Additionally, she's been featured in goop, Well+Good, The New York Times, Yahoo, NBC, and more. Additional ResourcesWeb: aminaaltai.comInstagram: @aminaaltaiLinkedIn: @AminaAlTaiSupport the show-------- Stay Connected www.leighburgess.com Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Leigh on Instagram: @theleighaburgess Follow Leigh on LinkedIn: @LeighBurgess Sign up for Leigh's bold newsletter

Is regulation a blessing and a curse? Can liabilities become commercial assets? Deloitte's Financial Services AI Lead Ryan Lockard sheds light on the most intriguing real-world applications of AI in financial services, including one that shows why organizations are embracing agentic AI.

Episode SummaryIn this episode, Host Chris Moody is joined by Eric Feige to discuss how businesses can win with go-to-market (GTM) strategies by setting realistic digital transformation goals, fostering cross-functional alignment, and leveraging tools like Demandbase for scalable growth. Eric's breadth of experience—from entrepreneurship to consulting with Fortune 500 companies—offers unique perspectives on the practical steps organizations can take to achieve revenue growth, avoid common pitfalls, and innovate without unnecessary risk. Eric also shares advice on using AI and composable technology to accelerate success in go-to-market strategies.Key TakeawaysCross-Functional Collaboration is Essential: GTM success requires alignment across sales, marketing, technology, and compliance teams, with a clear P&L owner driving the effort.Set Realistic Digital Transformation Goals: Break down large initiatives into achievable milestones that deliver short-term wins and lay the foundation for long-term growth.Leverage Tools to Scale Without Additional Labor: Platforms like Demandbase help integrate insights, streamline workflows, and enable scalable, personalized outreach without adding overhead.The Importance of Beacon Projects: Start with “beacon projects” that showcase clear value across teams and convert skeptics into advocates for change, aligning everyone on revenue objectives.AI as a Catalyst for Personalization: While AI can help optimize content and enable hyper-personalized messaging, its impact is amplified when integrated with robust go-to-market platforms.Quotes"AI enables us to scale personalization, but success still lies in orchestrating the right data, systems, and teams."Best Moments (03:30) – The Foundations of Cross-Functional GTM Success(08:40) – Setting Realistic Digital Transformation Goals(13:10) – Tools for Scalable Revenue Growth(19:50) – Introducing Beacon Projects(26:25) – AI's Role in GTM TransformationResource RecommendationsBooks:Beastie Boys Book by Michael DiamondAbout the GuestEric Feige is a seasoned leader and digital transformation expert with experience as a venture-backed entrepreneur, digital strategist, and head of digital at top organizations like Deloitte, KPMG, JP Morgan, and Prudential Financial. As the Managing Director at VShift, Eric helps businesses unlock sustainable revenue growth by aligning digital goals with cross-functional collaboration across sales, marketing, and technology teams.Website: ⁠https://www.vshift.com/⁠⁠Connect with Eric⁠.

Ahmad Munawar is the founder of Boutique Growth. Ahmad has helped independent consultants double their deal flow, command premium fees, and build scalable business models that go far beyond hourly billing. In this episode, we confront the hard truth that consulting is more competitive than ever. We talk about the importance of rock-solid positioning, unpacking the “power positioning” framework. We also dive into the scale problem in consulting: I/e: when you aren't aiming to be the next ‘Deloitte', how do you grow your business? All things LinkedIn, which remains the place to market a B2B consultancy in 2025, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On tonight's episode, JWill and Kirby discuss Jackson Cantwell committing to Miami. We are also going to discuss some recent developments with Deloitte. During the local hour, we are going to continue our conversations on Cantwell and where Georgia goes next. Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorER1HarPFY2LnaE-o7-Buoaixs652Lkv_NzIGKModpY-HVb1sV Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorER1HarPFY2LnaE-o7-Buoaixs652Lkv_NzIGKModpY-HVb1sV

On tonight's episode, JWill and Kirby discuss Jackson Cantwell committing to Miami. We are also going to discuss some recent developments with Deloitte. During the local hour, we are going to continue our conversations on Cantwell and where Georgia goes next. Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorER1HarPFY2LnaE-o7-Buoaixs652Lkv_NzIGKModpY-HVb1sV Follow Brooks on Twitter: twitter.com/brooksaustinba Follow Brooks on Instagram: Instagram.com/brooksaustinba Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brooksaustin Merch: https://www.universitiesforever.com/collections/the-film-guy?srsltid=AfmBOorER1HarPFY2LnaE-o7-Buoaixs652Lkv_NzIGKModpY-HVb1sV

Zapraszamy na nowy serial podcastowy, w którym szukamy odpowiedzi na pytanie, czym jest bezpieczeństwo oraz jak przejawia się w rożnych aspektach życia ludzi i funkcjonowania państwa. W kolejnym odcinku serii rozmawiamy o pieniądzach, inwestycjach i koszcie bezpieczeństwa. Mariusz Ustyjańczuk, partner i lider sektora obronnego w Deloitte, opowiada, na podstawie raportu "Inwestycje obronne Polski - przewidywane wydatki na zbrojenia", o nakładach na obronność, które Polska poniesie w najbliższych latach. W drugiej części Michał Baranowski, wiceminister rozwoju i technologii, mówi o strategii sektora obronnego i współpracy między resortami odpowiedzialnymi za jej powstanie. Gospodarzem serii jest Marek Świerczyński.

Amina AITai is a business and career coach, proud immigrant and chronic illness advocate. A leading coach to notable female leaders and impact-driven celebrities-Amina's mastery is in connecting us to our brilliance and teaching us to live and lead from it each day. As a woman of color of Iraqi descent, she often works with underrepresented communities to help them realize possibilities in a way that honors their particular lived experiences. She's a Success Magazine 125 Leaders Finalist, A Forbes Contributor, an Entrepreneur Magazine expert-in-residence and has been featured In The New York Times, goop, NBC, Entrepreneur and more. She is working on her first book The Ambition Trap in collaboration with Penguin and The Open Field and is the host of the Amina Change Your Life Podcast. For her corporate work, Amina has partnered with progressive companies such as Deloitte, Roku, Snapchat, Google, Y&R, Outdoor Voices, NYU and HUGE. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Murphy transformed Marvell from a broad-based chip supplier into a $100B data infrastructure leader—powering the rise of AI, cloud, 5G, and custom silicon.On this week's Grit, the Marvell CEO shares how he refocused the company's strategy, led major acquisitions like Inphi ($10B) and Cavium ($6B), and positioned Marvell at the center of the next era of compute.He also reflects on lessons from his father, a longtime CEO, the discipline of running 90 miles a week, and how staying steady through industry cycles has set him apart.Chapters:00:00 Trailer00:47 Introduction03:00 Huge company, taking the long view10:28 Market cap shift to big tech14:44 The data infrastructure opportunity20:30 Massive economic opportunity31:33 Semiconductor industry and geopolitics40:46 Taiwan and Moore's Law 44:05 Getting hammered down 50%47:05 Silicon Valley51:15 All in despite risks55:37 The CEO checkbox1:01:22 Email from Matt, subject: Grit1:07:35 The higher you go1:15:44 Who Marvell is hiring1:20:14 What “grit” means to Matt1:24:40 OutroMentioned in this episode: Jim Cramer, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC), Maxim Integrated, Mattel, Inc., Cisco Systems, Inc, Juniper Networks, Meta Platforms, Amazon.com, Inc., Cavium, Inc., Inphi Corporation, Aquantia Corporation, Mellanox Technologies, Nvidia Corporation, Microsoft Corporation, OpenAI, Anthropic, John Chambers, Facebook, Spotify, Airbnb, Google, Barack Obama, Ronald Reagan, Donald Trump, Intel Corporation, Robert Norton Noyce, Gordon Moore, Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD), Andrew "Andy" Stephen Grove, Bloomberg, Intuit Inc., Lip-Bu Tan, Sehat Sutardja, Whay S. Lee, Starboard Value, Rick Hill, Novellus Systems, Inc., Michael Strachan, Deloitte & Touche LLP, Apple Inc., Steve Jobs, Chris KoopmansLinks:Connect with MattLinkedInConnect with JoubinXLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.comLearn more about Kleiner Perkins

Welcome to Episode 37 of the Talent Intelligence Collective podcast! In this data-driven episode, Alan Walker and Toby Culshaw from Lightcast (with Alison taking a well-earned break) delve into the world of talent analytics with Steve Kerwin, who leads the data and analytics organisation for Amazon's Stores Talent Acquisition team.The news roundup kicks off with a critical examination of Trump's manufacturing revival plans against the sobering reality of skills shortages across the US, with Deloitte projecting 1.9 million unfilled manufacturing jobs by 2033. The conversation shifts to Shopify's CEO's controversial policy of refusing to approve new headcount unless teams can demonstrate why AI can't perform the work, sparking a thoughtful discussion about the practical limitations of AI implementation. The segment concludes with a cautionary tale of an AI shopping app founder charged with defrauding investors after allegedly using human contractors in the Philippines instead of the advertised AI technology.Steve shares his eight-year journey building Amazon's talent acquisition analytics capabilities from the ground up, offering candid insights into scaling data solutions to thousands of users across one of the world's largest employers. He emphasises the critical importance of candidate experience data and how qualitative feedback, when properly captured and analysed, can transform hiring success at scale.The discussion explores the unique challenges of leading a diverse team of BI engineers, software developers, and data engineers, with Steve advocating for a servant leadership approach that empowers team members to grow their skills and tackle increasingly complex problems. He provides a refreshingly honest assessment of the persistent disconnect between talent acquisition, HR, and finance when it comes to operational forecasting and demand planning, highlighting the need for better integration across these traditionally siloed functions.For organisations just beginning to build their analytics capabilities, Steve offers practical advice, emphasising the importance of establishing solid foundational data structures before attempting more sophisticated analyses. He compares building analytics capabilities to constructing a house: "I can't build you bay windows and roofs if I don't have the basement laid."Until next time, stay curious, stay analytical, and most importantly, stay intelligent!As ever - big thanks to our sponsors: https://lightcast.io

Join Vivian Acquah and Mary Jane on the next episode of Let's Humanize The Workplace as they dive into a critical topic: Unmasking Carewashing. Too many organisations hide behind surface-level well-being initiatives—like yoga classes or mindfulness training—while continuing to uphold unhealthy “work hard, play hard” cultures. This is carewashing: the act of misleading employees about genuine commitments to their well-being. With employee well-being directly tied to organisational performance and workers feeling more dissatisfied than ever, it's time for leaders to step up and create truly healthy, motivating workplaces. Don't miss this conversation. Let's explore how we can hold organisations accountable and drive real change! Host Vivian Acquah CDE® Vivian Acquah CDE®, is a respected inclusion strategist/ certified diversity executive known for creating inclusive workplace environments. Her strategic approach blends analysis and practical tools to address systemic barriers to equity and equality. Passionate about inclusion education, she uses innovative methods like virtual reality for immersive and transformational learning. With engaging training, she drives cultural transformation and boosts employee engagement. Vivian provides tangible strategies for embracing inclusive changes, benefiting high-profile clients such as Heineken, LinkedIn, Google, Indeed, Deloitte, TIBCO, Cargill, Swift, Acrolinx, KLM, and Zalando. Co-host Mary Jane Roy Mary Jane Roy is an advisor, facilitator, and presenter who builds healthy stress and resilience skills and strategies for employee staying power. Mary Jane shares seriously practical but fun, science-based tips, tools, knowledge & strategies so your organisation can flourish. #inclusion #leadership #wellbeing #cultureSubscribe to Let's Humanize The Workplace on Soundwise

Send us a textWhat does it really take to land a post-MBA consulting offer at a top-tier firm? In this episode, we pull back the curtain with a panel of successful candidates who scored offers at firms like Bain, McKinsey, BCG, Deloitte, and A&M.You'll hear firsthand how they navigated a tough job market, prepped for case interviews, evaluated offers, and ultimately stood out in a competitive pool. They share how many hours they put in, which resources actually worked, and what they wish they'd known sooner.Whether you're deep into your MBA or an experienced hire eyeing a transition, this is the no-fluff, straight-talking guidance you've been looking for.Additional ResourcesJoin Black Belt for resume + interview prep support throughout recruiting - limited spots available See upcoming application deadlinesPartner LinksStax is hiring! See open roles and requirementsBlack Belt Price ChangeThe price for Black Belt goes up by $200 on May 14. Purchase now to lock in the best rate.Connect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Corey Thomas is the CEO and Chairman of Rapid7, a leading public cybersecurity software company valued around $3.5B. He is also an angel investor in several tech companies, a member of the Council on Foreign Relations, a director and deputy chair of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, and a member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts board of directors, among other honors. Before Rapid7, Corey worked extensively at companies such as Microsoft, Deloitte, and AT&T. Corey joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to talk about his leadership approach, how he rose through the ranks at Fortune 500 companies, and much more. Special Thanks to the Sponsors of the Elevate Podcast Shopify: Sign up for your $1/month trial period at ⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠ Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at ⁠⁠⁠Indeed.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠. Masterclass: Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at masterclass.com/elevate. Northwest Registered Agent: Don't wait—protect your privacy, build your brand, and set up your business in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://northwestregisteredagent.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠ today. Quince: Go to ⁠quince.com/elevate⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'Inspired to Lead,' host Talia Meshiach sits down with Shifra Kolsky, the Chief Accounting Officer at Discover Financial Services. Shifra shares her inspirational journey from overcoming the loss of her father during her teenage years, to working through high school and college, and eventually climbing the corporate ladder. With a special focus on balancing a high-powered career with family responsibilities, Shifra opens up about the importance of self-belief, continuous learning, and effective communication. She discusses her motivations, the challenges she faced regarding Shabbos and Yom Tov in a corporate environment, and the significance of a supportive workplace culture. Listeners will gain insights on the value of asking for growth opportunities, the power of mentorship, and the joy of contributing to both family and community.   00:00 Introduction to Inspired to Lead 01:24 Interview with Shifra Kolsky Begins 02:35 Shifra's Role at Discover Financial Services 06:18 Balancing Family and Career 07:23 Shifra's Early Life and Career Path 23:43 Challenges and Mentorship in Shifra's Career 30:20 Balancing Family and Career Responsibilities 31:15 Navigating Maternity Leave in Corporate America 33:09 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Climbing the Corporate Ladder 34:47 The Importance of Asking for Opportunities 38:04 Creating a Supportive Work Environment 41:04 Balancing Religious Observance with Corporate Demands 46:28 Leadership and Personal Growth 52:14 Final Reflections and Advice     About Shifra Kolsky:   Kolsky has been with Discover over 15 years and was promoted to Senior Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer in 2020. She was instrumental in driving several key initiatives, including significant accounting changes, major technology implementations and the adoption of robotic process automation in the finance function. She is the executive sponsor of Discover's Jewish Affinity Group. Prior to working for Discover, Kolsky was in public accounting in the audit practice at Deloitte and Arthur Andersen. In addition to her role at Discover, Kolsky is also active in her community, volunteering with No Shame On U, an organization dedicated to ending the stigma associated with mental health conditions; the Chicago chapter of The JWE; and the Kehillah Fund, which supports Jewish educational institutions in the Chicago area. Kolsky's husband is a rabbi who teaches in Jewish day schools and high schools. They have four children and two fabulous kids-in-law.   https://www.linkedin.com/in/shifrakolsky   Powered By Roth & Co The JWE For guest suggestions, please email Talia: podcast@thejwe.org

ABOUT LUVVIE AJAYI JONES Luvvie Ajayi Jones is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, speaker and book coach who thrives at the intersection of culture, business and leadership. She has written 4 critically acclaimed bestselling books (including her banner book Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual and her children's book Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name), establishing her as a literary force with a powerful pen. Her expertise as a marketer and a successful published author drove her to create The Book Academy, a masterclass and coaching platform for aspiring and established authors. Luvvie is an internationally recognized speaker whose thought leadership on culture, authenticity, and disruption enables transformative action.Her renowned TED talk "Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable" has over 9 million views, has been transcribed into 23 languages, and has placed her in the Top 1% of TED Talks of all time. Luvvie has taken the stage at some of the world's most innovative and disruptive brands, such as Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter, Spotify, Nike, Bank of America, Salesforce, Deloitte, and Clif Bar. She's been a featured speaker at noted conferences such as: Cannes Lions, SXSW, Leadercast, 3% Conference, and MAKERS Conference.Her critically acclaimed, bestselling books established her as a literary forced with a powerful pen. And her children's book Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess, has become a beloved series, with two more editions scheduled for release in 2025 and 2026.She's also written for various publications including the New York Times, ELLE and Essence Magazine. In addition, her work has been featured in outlets such as NPR, Forbes, Inc, Fortune, Fast Company, The Chicago Tribune and more. A 21-year blogging veteran, Luvvie writes on AwesomelyLuvvie.com, covering all things culture with a critical yet humorous lens.Little Troublemaker Defends Her NameA story about a little troublemaker with a big heart who must defend her name from a class bully, from the New York Times bestselling author and noted speaker Luvvie Ajayi Jones.Little Luvvie is ready for her first day at a new school!But immediately things do not go well. First, a kid in class makes fun of her name. How dare he! But Luvvie's instant response gets her scolded. Then she forgets her lunch. And worst of all, her teacher sees a private note Luvvie had written to herself where she talked about how much she doesn't like her new school. What a day! But this little troublemaker figures out how to turn things around.In this remarkably relatable picture book, Little Luvvie, the star of Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess, learns that she can be kind even as she stands up for herself, and that learning from mistakes can open her up to making new friends who respect and appreciate her.Written by the New York Times bestselling author Luvvie Ajayi Jones, with bright, bold art by Joey Spiotto, this funny, sweet story is dedicated to all the kids whose names might feel too different. It reminds us that our names are worth getting right and celebrating.Get the book: https://a.co/d/hno81u3https://luvvie.org/books/little-troublemaker-defends-her-name/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

Most companies don't stall because of bad strategy. They stall because their founder refuses to evolve.In this episode of the CEO Sales Strategies Podcast, Doug C. Brown speaks with growth strategist Tom Doorley—who co-founded Braxton Associates and scaled it into a $500M consulting division acquired by Deloitte.Tom shares exactly what breaks during scale—and how top CEOs evolve their leadership, mindset, and structure to meet each new stage of growth.You'll learn: • How to hire ahead of revenue—without betting the business • Why holding too much control kills scalability • How to structure leadership that grows with your company • What resilient CEOs do when everything breaks • Why mindset—not market—is often the real limiterThis is a masterclass in scaling with clarity, sustainability, and real leadership.