Podcasts about strategic consulting

James Harenchar is the President & CEO of Response Marketing Group, a consumer-data-focused marketing agency in Richmond, Va. As such, he is responsible for relationship development and account strategy at the independent agency, which offers marketing strategy/planning, data analytics, and interactive services. The agency serves many clients in the financial services, tourism, and healthcare sectors. RMG was founded in 1986 and their approach is consistent with the success gleaned from 35+ years of experience – data insights married to relevant messaging to the target audience. They are channel-neutral and work with select clients to define the KPIs that will drive revenue growth, customer growth, and increased asset values. They have developed several proprietary Ad Tech solutions that have introduced game-changing outcomes for DMOs across the US. In addition to serving as CEO, Jim leads the Travel and Tourism practice for RMG, which includes clients such as Arkansas Tourism, Georgia Tourism, Visit Savannah, Crested Butte, The Ritz Carlton, and The Resort Hotel Association among others. He is a thought leader within the tourism sector and a frequent speaker at the Southeast Tourism Society conference, Forrester Marketing Conference, Ad Federation, DestiCon, and Gartner. Prior to Response Marketing Group, Jim was Senior Vice President at The Allant Group in Chicago, IL from 2010-2014. He led the Strategic Consulting practice that delivered marketing strategy and high-level research to CMOs and brand managers at clients such as GM, Comcast, Nationwide Insurance, US Tennis Association, US Cellular, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Wells Fargo. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with James Harenchar: Website: www.rmg-usa.com X: https://www.twitter.com/RMG_USA_VA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jharenchar/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rmgusallc                                     *E – explicit language may be used in this podcast.

For the 300th episode of The Geek in Review, we celebrate in true “three geeks” fashion by bringing back two familiar voices: Kris Satkunas, Director of Strategic Consulting at LexisNexis, and legal pricing expert Toby Brown, CEO at DV8 Legal Strategies. Kris joins to walk through highlights from the newly released 2025 CounselLink Trends Report, and Toby brings his trademark insight… and a touch of skepticism to the discussion. Together, they explore what the latest data reveals about legal pricing, client behavior, firm strategy, and the evolving landscape of law firm-client relationships.The conversation opens with a focus on the headline trend: partner billing rates continue to rise steeply, particularly in high-value areas like M&A and regulatory work. Despite clients claiming to negotiate hard on pricing, the data on effective rates, what clients actually pay, suggests those increases are sticking. Kris points out that clients are becoming more sophisticated in managing blended rates and staffing strategies, using analytics and technology to influence outcomes, even if hourly billing still dominates.A recurring theme is the widening rate gap between large and mid-sized firms, now a staggering 61%. Kris attributes this to the concentration of high-rate work in large firms and their dominance in practices like M&A and regulatory. Toby adds that the presence of pricing professionals at larger firms contributes to more strategic rate setting—something mid-sized firms often lack. The team also discusses a new report metric analyzing new matter spend, which reveals that even fresh legal work is increasingly flowing to the largest firms, countering narratives that mid-sized firms are winning market share.When the conversation shifts to Alternative Fee Arrangements (AFAs), Kris cautiously celebrates a slight uptick in usage, while Toby remains doubtful about long-term momentum. They agree that lawyers' difficulty in scoping matters remains a key barrier. The role of project management professionals is highlighted as crucial for moving the industry forward on AFAs—but adoption is still slow, especially outside of established comfort zones like IP and employment law.Greg brings up another area ripe for disruption: ALSPs and their potential to absorb high-volume, low-risk work. While Kris hasn't yet seen a data-supported shift toward ALSPs, Toby sees tremendous opportunity—particularly when ALSPs combine process standardization and AI tools. The hosts also discuss specific use cases, like LegalMation for employment litigation, where existing tech could already reduce cost and inefficiency, if only firms were willing to change.The episode closes with a look ahead. Kris notes the eye-popping rate growth among associates—some nearing $2,000/hour—as a surprising trend, while urging caution in interpreting conflicting data from different sources. Her “crystal ball” prediction? Legal rates will likely continue to climb, especially in high-stakes practice areas, while AFAs may finally gain ground if firms invest in the infrastructure to scope and manage work properly. As always, the team ends with good humor, mutual respect, and a shared love for data—exactly the energy you'd expect for The Geek in Review's milestone 300th episode.Listen on mobile platforms:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[Special Thanks to ⁠Legal Technology Hub⁠ for their sponsoring this episode.]Blue Sky: ⁠⁠@geeklawblog.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@marlgeb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: geekinreviewpodcast@gmail.comMusic: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jerry David DeCicca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Transcript:

Ready to stay ahead in this shifting, tariff-driven climate? Book your complimentary strategy call today and let's map out a game plan for growth: https://calendly.com/spf-leo/spf-mastermind-discovery-call In this raw and unfiltered episode of Ask Vince, Vince Gabriele fires straight from the hip on how gym owners can (and must) prepare for a shaky economy. With tariffs looming, prices rising, and fear thick in the air, Vince delivers a wake-up call: this isn't the time to coast—this is wartime CEO season.The episode kicks off with a preview of the upcoming July Mastermind event, featuring one of Vince's biggest gets ever—Ari Weinzweig of Zingerman's. From there, Vince dives deep into the power of his Elite Consulting Days, showing how a fresh perspective can expose profit leaks, mindset issues, and operational inefficiencies that are keeping gym owners stuck.The theme? Leadership, discipline, and decisiveness. Vince shows you how to hold the line, protect your business, and come out ahead—because “this too shall pass,” but only if you do the work. Top 5 Key Takeaways:1. Fresh Eyes Save Lives (and Businesses)Vince's Elite Consulting Days give gym owners a full-day deep dive into their business. These sessions uncover things owners are blind to—from bloated payroll to underpriced services—and give them a clear plan of action. Spoiler: you're probably undercharging, overworking, and bleeding cash without knowing it.2. The Economy is Messy—Fear is the Real EnemyTariffs are triggering fear, and fear changes behavior. Clients start cutting non-essentials (like gyms). Vince warns: you don't need to be an economist, but you must understand how economic perception affects your clients' decisions.3. Retention is KingHold onto what you've got. Vince shares how GFP slashed attrition to 1.5% by tracking attendance patterns, improving service, and doing more with less. His advice? Double down on delivering massive value and keep clients delighted, not just satisfied.4. Embrace Wartime LeadershipNow's the time to act like a wartime CEO: raise your standards, get disciplined, audit everything, and trim the fat—especially B-players on your team. Vince's favorite wartime move? Audit your billing and slash waste like your business depends on it—because it does.5. The Mindset Shift is Non-NegotiableWhen uncertainty hits, owners need to rewire their thinking. Vince lays out a wartime mindset playbook: think long-term, take massive ownership, and tighten up every aspect of life—from fitness to finances. As he says, “You gotta do more and better for less… and still win.” Ready to stay ahead in this shifting, tariff-driven climate? Book your complimentary strategy call today and let's map out a game plan for growth: https://calendly.com/spf-leo/spf-mastermind-discovery-call If you're a gym owner seeking answers on how you can grow your gym, make more money, and have more freedom to do what you love, visit www.vincegabriele.com or book a call by CLICKING HERE!

"The creative industry has something wrong - we speed up the strategy part to go fast to the creative part to justify the decisions we make later." - Ezequiel AbramzonIn this episode, Ezequiel Abramson shares his remarkable journey from an art student in Argentina to becoming a senior executive at Disney and eventually a strategic brand consultant. He discusses his early passion for drawing and graphic design, his 22-year career at Disney where he led digital transformation initiatives, and his experience with burnout that led to a career reset during the pandemic. Now based in Madrid, Ezequiel explains his methodical four-month brand strategy process that helps entrepreneurs build lasting businesses by shifting from product-centric to customer-centric thinking.Key takeaways:Ezequiel's artistic foundation began with learning patience through formal art classes in Argentina, which continues to influence his work today.During his 22 years at Disney, Ezequiel evolved from a graphic designer to a digital business leader, pioneering many firsts for the company in Latin America.Long-term strategic thinking was embedded into Ezequiel's approach at Disney, where executives had to present 5-10 year plans annually.After experiencing burnout, Ezequiel made the difficult decision to leave his executive career and reset his professional identity during the pandemic.Ezequiel identified that many startups and entrepreneurs lack proper strategic thinking, rushing to execution without adequate foundation.His consulting approach takes 4 months of weekly strategic sessions before execution, helping companies build sustainable brands and business practices.The most significant shift Ezequiel helps clients make is moving from product-centric to customer-centric thinking, which he calls developing a "brand mindset." Mindful Creative: How to understand and deal with the highs and lows of creative life, career and business Paperback and Kindle > https://amzn.to/4biTwFcFree audiobook (with Audible trial) > https://geni.us/free-audiobookSigned books https://novemberuniverse.co.ukLux Coffee Co. https://luxcoffee.co.uk/ (Use: PODCAST for 15% off)November Universe https://novemberuniverse.co.uk (Use: PODCAST for 10% off)

In this episode of WealthVest: The Weekly Bull&Bear, Drew and Tim interviewed Dr. Jeff McCausland. Dr. McCausland is a retired US Army Colonel who formally served as the Dean of Academics at the US Army War College. They discussed the future of N.A.T.O, The Ukraine/ Russia war, the conflict in the Middle East and energy market disruptions, and China- Taiwan tensions. WealthVest – based in Bozeman, MT– is a financial services marketing and distribution firm specializing in fixed and fixed index annuities from many high-quality insurance companies. WealthVest provides the tools, resources, practice management support, and products that financial professionals need to provide their clients a predictable retirement that has their best interest in mind.Hosts: Drew Dokken, Tim PierottiAlbum Artwork: Sam YarboroughShow Editing and Production: Tavin DavisDisclosure: The information covered and posted represents the views and opinions of the hosts and does not necessarily represent the views or opinions of WealthVest. The mere appearance of Content on the Site does not constitute an endorsement by WealthVest. The Content has been made available for informational and educational purposes only. WealthVest does not make any representation or warranties with respect to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the Content.WealthVest does not warrant the performance, effectiveness or applicability of any sites listed or linked to in any Content. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional investing advice. Always seek the advice of your financial advisor or other qualified financial service provider with any questions you may have regarding your investment planning. Investment and investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A great recruitment business leader has to plan ahead, has to think about a more complex set of stakeholders. - Alison Humphries  In this episode of the People Dividend podcast, host Mike Horne speaks with Alison Humphries, a seasoned expert in the recruitment industry. They discuss the complexities of transitioning from a successful recruiter to a business owner, the challenges faced by small recruitment businesses, and the impact of remote work on productivity. Alison shares her insights on market dynamics, the importance of networking, and the evolving expectations of employees in today's workforce. The conversation highlights the need for focus and strategic thinking in leadership roles within the recruitment sector.   Key Points: The recruitment industry is dominated by micro businesses. How remote work has changed the training landscape for new recruiters. Leadership in recruitment requires a shift in management style.   Links:  Learn more about Mike Horne on Linkedin Email Mike at mike@mike-horne.com Learn More About Executive and Organization Development with Mike Horne Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikehorneauthor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikehorneauthor/,  LinkedIn Mike's Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6867258581922799617/,  Schedule a Discovery Call with Mike: https://calendly.com/mikehorne/15-minute-discovery-call-with-mike     Learn More about Alison Humphries on Linkedin http://www.recruitmentleadership.co.uk Get Alison's book   

VP of Strategic Consulting at Braze, Mariam Asmar, delves into the realm of competitive intelligence and marketing strategies. Discover how engaging with your perceived competitors can enhance your marketing endeavors by understanding the existing landscape and defining your brand differentiators. Mariam sheds light on the importance of determining unique selling points to stand out in the market. Show NotesConnect With:Mariam Asmar: Website // LinkedInThe MarTech Podcast: Email // Newsletter // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

VP of Strategic Consulting at Braze, Mariam Asmar, delves into the realm of competitive intelligence and marketing strategies. Discover how engaging with your perceived competitors can enhance your marketing endeavors by understanding the existing landscape and defining your brand differentiators. Mariam sheds light on the importance of determining unique selling points to stand out in the market. Show NotesConnect With:Mariam Asmar: Website // LinkedInThe MarTech Podcast: Email // Newsletter // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

VP of Strategic Consulting, Mariam Asmar, from Braze, a leading customer engagement platform, delves into collaborative and AI challenges for marketers. Discover how leveraging collaboration and AI can revolutionize marketing strategies, enhancing customer engagement and brand loyalty. Join Mariam as she shares insights on navigating the evolving landscape of marketing technologies to drive impactful customer connections. Show NotesConnect With:Mariam Asmar: Website // LinkedInThe MarTech Podcast: Email // Newsletter // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

VP of Strategic Consulting, Mariam Asmar, from Braze, a leading customer engagement platform, delves into collaborative and AI challenges for marketers. Discover how leveraging collaboration and AI can revolutionize marketing strategies, enhancing customer engagement and brand loyalty. Join Mariam as she shares insights on navigating the evolving landscape of marketing technologies to drive impactful customer connections. Show NotesConnect With:Mariam Asmar: Website // LinkedInThe MarTech Podcast: Email // Newsletter // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to The Doers Nepal Podcast – Nepal's No.1 Business Podcast, where we bring you inspiring stories of entrepreneurs, innovators, and trailblazers shaping Nepal's industries. In this episode, we sit down with Anil Regmi, the visionary founder of Smart Krishi Nepal, an agrotech startup transforming Nepal's agricultural sector with ICT tools. With over 9 years of experience in Information Technology, Digital Marketing, and ICT for Development, Anil shares his journey of building a platform that empowers over 350,000+ app users and 710,000+ social followers, providing farmers with vital information and market access. Discover how Smart Krishi is addressing the disorganized agro-information and market channels, and scaling rapidly to help millions of farmers across the country. Anil also talks about his passion for Strategic Consulting, Business Development, and the importance of human-centered, iterative design in creating sustainable solutions for agriculture. Tune in to learn how innovation is changing the landscape of farming in Nepal! Get Inspired, Be a Doer.

Send us a textKobie provides robust solutions for its brand partners. Thoughtful design on the front end, coupled with extensible, configurable technology, leads to a seamless customer experience. The company takes a strategy-led, technology-enabled approach as it works to narrow down to what truly drives a consumer to be loyal at an emotional level. This allows clients to grow the enterprise value of their membership and of their customer base through loyalty. Kobie's market-leading platform helps deliver those end-to-end loyalty solutions.  Kobie primarily works within retail, financial services, travel and hospitality, and quick-service restaurant (QSR) industries, but it also serves clients in a number of other verticals. From the company's strategic services standpoint, it partners alongside clients in healthcare and manufacturing, among others. Loyalty360 spoke with Dr. J.R. Slubowski, Kobie's AVP of Strategic Consulting and Head of Kobie's Research Center of Excellence, about key findings in its recent consumer research report, leveraging the power of program tiers, and avoiding pitfalls when rolling out new program features or functionalities.

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Tomé Duarte, the Fractional CTO and Founder of Penguin Objective.Tomé shares how he started the year strong with a record-setting Q1, crediting his meticulous use of spreadsheets for managing his operations and cash flow. Originally from Portugal, Tomé explains that he lived in Brazil and Ireland before settling back in his homeland, though his primary market is North America due to the fast-paced business culture. He emphasizes how the U.S. and Canadian markets align with his preference for growth-oriented and fast-moving business environments, contrasting this with the more traditional approaches often seen in Europe.Tomé discusses the origins of Penguin Objective, a company name derived from a government-issued list in Portugal, which resonated with him due to his connection to Linux. He explains that Penguin Objective focuses on providing fractional CTO services to pre-seed and early-stage startups, helping them navigate tech strategy, operations, and development challenges. He also delves into his entrepreneurial background, inspired by his father's civil engineering business and built on experience from previous ventures. Tomé talks about refining his ideal customer profile (ICP) and offering over time, shifting from large enterprises to startups that better align with his values and goals, while also sharing the importance of being adaptable and open to opportunities that may arise unexpectedly, much like his symbolic encounter with a frog mascot at a Web Summit event.Let's explore the vibrant streets of Porto and uncover Tomé Duarte's journey of resilience, innovation, and creative leadership on The First Customer!Guest Info:Penguin Objectivehttps://iamto.me/Tomé Duarte's LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tomeduarte/Connect with Jay on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jayaigner/The First Customer Youtube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@thefirstcustomerpodcastThe First Customer podcast websitehttps://www.firstcustomerpodcast.comFollow The First Customer on LinkedInhttp://www.linkedin.com/company/the-first-customer-podcast/

David Greenspan, founder of BLUECASE, has a PhD in High-Performance Psychology. He specializes in empowering leaders and fast-moving organizations to build great companies and achieve exceptional results.Welcome you to Change Ready, an original series brought to you by Behind the Human & Malosi. A series where we do everything possible to future-proof your mind and thrive in an era of unprecedented change. ___How Prepared is Your Team for the Next Big Disruption? Future-proof your team with Malosiminds.com Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life Connect with Marc >>> Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show!Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet!*A special thanks to MONOS, our official travel partner for Behind the Human! Use MONOSBTH10 at check-out for savings on your next purchase. ✈️*Special props

VP of Strategic Consulting at Braze, Mariam Asmar, delves into the realm of competitive intelligence and marketing strategies. Discover how engaging with your perceived competitors can enhance your marketing endeavors by understanding the existing landscape and defining your brand differentiators. Mariam sheds light on the importance of determining unique selling points to stand out in the market. Show NotesConnect With:Mariam Asmar: Website // LinkedInThe MarTech Podcast: Email // Newsletter // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

VP of Strategic Consulting at Braze, Mariam Asmar, delves into the realm of competitive intelligence and marketing strategies. Discover how engaging with your perceived competitors can enhance your marketing endeavors by understanding the existing landscape and defining your brand differentiators. Mariam sheds light on the importance of determining unique selling points to stand out in the market. Show NotesConnect With:Mariam Asmar: Website // LinkedInThe MarTech Podcast: Email // Newsletter // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

VP of Strategic Consulting, Mariam Asmar, from Braze, a leading customer engagement platform, delves into collaborative and AI challenges for marketers. Discover how leveraging collaboration and AI can revolutionize marketing strategies, enhancing customer engagement and brand loyalty. Join Mariam as she shares insights on navigating the evolving landscape of marketing technologies to drive impactful customer connections. Show NotesConnect With:Mariam Asmar: Website // LinkedInThe MarTech Podcast: Email // Newsletter // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

VP of Strategic Consulting, Mariam Asmar, from Braze, a leading customer engagement platform, delves into collaborative and AI challenges for marketers. Discover how leveraging collaboration and AI can revolutionize marketing strategies, enhancing customer engagement and brand loyalty. Join Mariam as she shares insights on navigating the evolving landscape of marketing technologies to drive impactful customer connections. Show NotesConnect With:Mariam Asmar: Website // LinkedInThe MarTech Podcast: Email // Newsletter // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Staci Kearney PhD is the founder and CEO of Elevation Strategic Consulting, a firm that provides regulatory assistance to digital pathology companies. In May 2024, The FDA ruled that Laboratory Developed Tests (LDTs) will be regulated as medical devices with FDA oversight in the coming years. Staci joins for a special episode to break down the timeline for vendors to be compliant with the new rule and implications for digital pathology companies and laboratories.Laboratory Developed Tests-Frequently Asked Questions-FDAA forum to engage with the hosts and other listeners has been launched on the DPA website www.digitalpathologyassociation.org. DPA members may login to the DPA Collaborate hub (under the Resources tab) and join the Beyond The Scope community. All listeners are encouraged to use this forum to suggest future topics and guests, submit questions and corrections, and provide general feedback.

In Episode 040 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview John Cho, a seasoned startup strategist and advisor, at Kiln Provo. As they traverse five states to interview 100 innovative minds, John Cho contributes his valuable perspective on the intricacies of building a startup. He delves into the challenges of creating something novel and the importance of questioning conventional wisdom, offering listeners a glimpse into the strategic thinking that drives successful entrepreneurial ventures. Check out today's episode and every other installment of the Kiln.Roadtrip by listening, watching, and subscribing to the podcast here - https://linktr.ee/theswellpod Location: Kiln. Provo The Kiln Road Trip: Uncovering Deep Truths with 100 Pleasantly Rebellious Humans. 10 days. 5 States. 3,580 Miles.100 Interviews! Daily episodes starting on March 5, Monday to Friday, for the next 100 days, followed by a short documentary and a book about the journey. Thank you to the partners and sponsors who made the kiln.roadtrip possible: KILN, MOTERRA, TORUS And thank you to the crew who helped us document and share the journey: DENISSE LEON, TY COTTLE, NATHAN CLARK, FINDLAY MCKEOWN Timestamps: The Kiln Road Trip (00:00:03) Introduction to the podcast episode and the purpose of the journey. John Cho's Background (00:00:54) John Cho's upbringing, education, and experience in startups. John Cho's Journey and Career (00:01:23) John Cho's experiences in the startup world, including building and selling startups during the pandemic. Falling in Love with Startups (00:02:46) John Cho's insights into his passion for startups and the influence of thought leaders in the entrepreneurship space. Transition to Silicon Valley (00:03:53) John Cho's decision to move to Silicon Valley and his journey into the startup culture. Challenges and Decision-Making (00:05:29) John Cho's courage and intuition in making career decisions and taking a leap of faith into the startup world. Consulting and Future Plans (00:06:23) John Cho's consulting work, taking time off, and his focus on the Utah startup community. Strategic Consulting (00:09:53) John Cho's approach to strategy, focusing on adaptability and system thinking within businesses. Manifestation and Optimism (00:15:02) John Cho's perspective on manifestation, optimism, and the active role in creating opportunities. Market Validation and Entrepreneurship (00:17:10) The importance of market validation and learning from entrepreneurial experiences. Creating a Movement (00:18:46) John Cho's insights on understanding the community, treating business as a scientific experiment, and the importance of resilience in creating a movement or something new. Promotion and Networking (00:19:43) John Cho discusses his availability to help and promote, seeking feedback on the Utah ecosystem. Tags: #SwellPod, #KilnRoadTrip, #Kiln, #MotorraCamperVans, #podcast, #interview, #innovation, #resilience, #communitybuilding, #passion, #purpose, #community, #diversity, #collaboration, #thoughtleadership, #100interviews, #entrepreneur, #CEO, #leadership

In this episode of The Geek in Review podcast, hosts Marlene Gebauer and Greg Lambert welcome back Kris Satkunas, Director of Strategic Consulting at LexisNexis CounselLink, to discuss the findings of the 2024 Trends Report. The report, now in its 11th year, provides valuable insights into the legal industry, particularly focusing on hourly rates and spending patterns. Satkunas explains that the data used in the report comes from the CounselLink Insight benchmarking database, which normalizes and anonymizes data related to matters and billing from CounselLink customers. This year's report highlights significant increases in hourly rates, with firms relying more heavily on this lever to increase revenue and offset rising costs due to inflation. However, the degree to which rates have increased in recent years is noteworthy, with certain practice areas, such as M&A and IP litigation, commanding even higher rate increases. Despite the substantial rate hikes, the report shows that blended rates at the matter level are not increasing as much, suggesting that other factors, such as staffing and leveraging, are helping to mitigate individual rate increases. Satkunas also notes that while there is a perception that high rates may drive clients to mid-sized firms, the data does not support this trend, with large law firms maintaining and even growing their client base. The discussion also touches on the adoption of alternative fee arrangements (AFAs), which has remained relatively stagnant over the years, with only around 10% of matters having some form of AFA. However, Satkunas remains optimistic that the increasing pressure on corporations to manage costs, coupled with the adoption of AI and other technologies, may lead to a greater uptake of AFAs in the coming years. Looking ahead, Satkunas predicts that rates will continue to rise, but the legal industry will likely see changes in the business model as AI becomes more integrated into legal practices. She emphasizes the importance of in-house counsel investing in the right talent to assess their needs and determine which technologies will best address those needs. Additionally, as AI advances, more transactional work may become commoditized, potentially leading to increased adoption of AFAs for these components of legal matters. Listen on mobile platforms:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ Contact Us:  Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@gebauerm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@glambert⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads: @glambertpod or @gebauerm66Email: geekinreviewpodcast@gmail.comMusic: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jerry David DeCicca⁠⁠⁠⁠ Transcript

Do you find yourself yearning to be recognized as a strategic partner by your clients? Are you tired of getting stuck in tactical execution work? Then you're going to want to listen to this episode. In this insightful podcast episode, consultants Sarah and Corey Jackson share their transformative journey from being stuck in the weeds of tactical execution to becoming sought-after strategic consultants. They share the steps they took to shift their focus and win over clients who now see them as invaluable strategic partners. If you're ready to shift from execution to strategic consulting, this is the episode for you. Connect with Leah on LinkedIn   → Get Higher-Paying Consulting Clients: If you're a woman running a consulting business, learn how you can get paid more for your consulting contracts and attract more of the right kinds of clients at smartgetspaid.com.

National Police Association

In this episode of the Marketing Guides For Small Business Podcast, our guest is Nina Radetich, a Professional EOS Implementer®. We talk with Nina about how entrepreneurs and their leadership teams can solve root problems, lead more effectively, and gain Traction® in their businesses through a simple, proven operating system: the Entrepreneurial Operating System®, or EOS®.

As companies continue to boast AI investments, marketers are struggling to keep up, according to a recent report from customer engagement platform Braze, which finds that less than 50% of marketers are using or intend to use AI in their everyday tasks. At the same time, cross-functional team collaboration is at a standstill, with only 1% of customer engagement being owned by a combination of marketing and technical teams, and 25% of customer engagement executed by non-marketers. Today we're going to talk about how the quality of a brand's digital experience relies on consistent organizational collaboration, and iterating on the look and feel of a brand based on customer feedback. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome Mariam Asmar, VP Strategic Consulting at Braze. Resources Braze website: https://www.braze.com Get the latest news and updates on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-brand/ For consulting on marketing technology, customer experience, and more visit GK5A: https://www.gk5a.com Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

Lead across borders. With extensive leadership experience including VP and president roles, Nathan King has recently launched a new venture consulting leaders and teams to help align around a clear direction and purpose. In this episode, Nathan tells us how "lead across borders" is more than a slogan, it's a way to listen, discuss, and find solutions. Check out the Biz-eWerk interview, and Nathan's newsletter at https://leadacrossborders.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biz-ewerk/message

Take my free High-Performance Leader Self-Assessment. Take Guillaume Wiatr's free Strategic Narrative Self Assessment. Connect with Nate on LinkedIn Connect with Guillaume on LinkedIn Celebrating 50 episodes and our 3rd season with you! Listen to this podcast episode with Guillaume Wiatr, originally from France, now based in Seattle. I'm flying high right now because I was pretty vulnerable in this episode. We used me as an example. Guillaume is a creator of Strategic Narrative, the business strategy consulting and coaching methodology for entrepreneurial leaders and professional service firms. He looks young, but for like 30 years he's worked with some big, big consulting firms. He's founded several companies. He's worked with organizations like Microsoft and the Gates Foundation, AIG. He walked me through some of his methodologies as I'm exploring this inflection point that I'm in my career and my business. We took a gamble by using me as the example and I have a feeling it's going to resonate with you the listener. We jump right into what we mean by Strategic Narrative, his trademark methodology. If you're wondering where you're at in positioning your company or your team's vision and your strategy, this was super helpful for me. This is free advice, some coaching, and a bit of consulting. Enjoy. Guillaume explained strategic narrative is a system of interconnected stories that shape one's mindset, language, and actions to achieve goals more efficiently. Guillaume emphasized building an authentic narrative from the inside-out to avoid distractions, focus on core values, and efficiently reach one's desired future through small consistent actions. Nate aims to scale their impact by growing a team of coaches to serve more leaders, as they successfully did in their hockey development business, moving from sole proprietor to leader. Guillaume stressed developing one's authentic expertise through publishing seeds of ideas continuously to clarify perspective for differentiated impact, like coaching from experience. Guillaume suggested prototyping ideas quickly through publishing to build confidence in one's message and overcome doubts, focusing outward on small actions over big plans. Guillaume recommended cultivating ideas through presence like walks, then publishing seeds immediately online to develop expertise iteratively through feedback in a low-risk yet impactful way. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leading-with-curiosity/message

In this episode, Len Gilbert and Tessa Burg discuss the human side of digital transformation. They highlight the importance of using technology to improve customer experience. Len opens up with a personal story about his father's recent health emergency and how it shed light on the positive impact of technology in healthcare. He introduces us to the 'hospital at home' program, which not only helped his father recover faster but also illustrates the potential of tech-driven care. This story isn't just interesting; it offers a practical guide for any industry looking to succeed with digital transformation. As the conversation shifts from Len's story to broader business strategies, the focus remains on customer experience as the key to getting digital transformation right. Marketing leaders will find this episode rich with practical tips on choosing the right technology to meet customer needs. Leader Generation is hosted by Tessa Burg and brought to you by Mod Op.  About Len Gilbert: Len Gilbert is the EVP and Head of Strategic Consulting at Mod Op. With more than 25 years of experience, he helps companies strategically use data and technology to innovate, grow, launch new products, stay competitive, and future-proof their businesses against the risks of digital disruption. Len can be reached at len.gilbert@modop.com. About Tessa Burg: Tessa is the Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op and Host of the Leader Generation podcast. She has led both technology and marketing teams for 15+ years. Tessa initiated and now leads Mod Op's AI/ML Pilot Team, AI Council and Innovation Pipeline. She started her career in IT and development before following her love for data and strategy into digital marketing. Tessa has held roles on both the consulting and client sides of the business for domestic and international brands, including American Greetings, Amazon, Nestlé, Anlene, Moen and many more. Tessa can be reached on LinkedIn or at Tessa.Burg@ModOp.com.

In the final episode of season 12 of The Propcast, Louisa is joined by Jeffrey Berman, General Partner at Camber Creek, where they discuss how to set yourself on a path for the potential to create venture return, Camber Creek's investment thesis, portfolio, their approach to investment and JB's predictions for 2024. Jeffrey dives into the importance of a ‘less is more approach' when it comes to investment, and how Camber Creek's investment strategy is based around a ‘need to have', rather than a ‘nice to have' method, providing examples like Flex and Built whose products provide solutions to the challenges that tenants and landlords are facing in the US. Tune in to this episode to hear more about what 2024 has in store for the real estate technology space, as well as what JB's ‘walking out' song would be if he were to headline Coachella…   Companies mentioned Flex Notarize Bilt Measurabl Placemakr Pet Screening VTS Curbio Arcadia Jones Bowery   Shoutouts Michael Beckerman Casey Berman Shragie Lichtenstein YeTong Shao Matt Ellis   Episode Highlights We invest in exceptional entrepreneurs who are building companies that are changing how we interact with the built world – Jeffrey The way we always thought about fund size was we looked backwards. Not forwards. – Jeffrey We have this massive group of strategic limited partners, over 300 around the globe, whose reading points become the foundation layer of ‘these are the types of companies we need to look at' – Jeffrey   Key Takeaways How Camber Creek has created its investment theses from an initial investment hypothesis, and how they continue to utilise that to invest in the best companies within the real estate technology sphere. The two main questions that sparked Camber Creek's investment thesis idea Camber Creek's different funds, including its opportunity fund Jeffrey shares with us a bit more about some of their fastest growing companies, like Flex and the mission behind it The massive opportunity set for climate tech and carbon tech   About our guests Jeffrey Berman Jeffrey Berman is a General Partner at Camber Creek. Jeffrey participates in all aspects of Camber Creek's operations and portfolio management and serves on the boards of numerous Camber Creek portfolio companies. He has more than two decades of executive management experience and deeply rooted relationships in the startup, real estate, and venture capital ecosystems. Prior to Camber Creek, he was a Principal at one of the Washington, DC area's largest privately held real estate development and management companies. Jeffrey has also been an active early-stage investor, backing more than three dozen startups, including Jackpocket, Kindbody, and Rappi.    Camber Creek Camber Creek is a venture capital firm providing strategic value and capital to operating technology companies focused on the real estate market. Camber Creek contributes in a direct and significant way to the success of its portfolio companies by leveraging the real estate expertise, operating experience and portfolio of assets of its partners, investors, and advisors. Our investment team has investing, operating, and technology experience and expertise across a range of real estate businesses, including construction, property management, development, and leasing. Our investors own, operate and manage billions of square feet of real estate in the U.S., giving us a unique competitive advantage as an investor and value-added partner in the real estate technology space. The firm has ~$1bln AUM.   About Our Host     Louisa Dickins     Louisa is the Co-Founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market-leading global built environment recruitment platform and search consultancy, specializing in finding the best strategic talent for the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia-Pacific and MENA.     To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation.  

In this episode of the Propcast, Louisa is joined by John Rogers, Chief Innovation Officer for CoreLogic and Kirby Brendsel, Flagstar Bank's VP, Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) and Sustainability Director, where they discuss all things climate and housing affordability, and the solutions that are out there to help solve the issues!  John and Kirby explained the importance of providing data and analytics around climate risk to allow companies to measure the financial impact of climate change up to the year 2050, thus helping companies, cities, and governments to put in place mitigation plans.    Tune into this episode to hear more about how climate solutions can help with mitigation, housing affordability and insurance, and how our guest's collaboration create a rising tide that lifts all ships.    Companies mentioned  New York Communities Corp Inc  IBM  Deloitte   LMRE'S 2023 Salary Report  IPCC    Episode Highlights  My big advice for anyone would be that if you're passionate; follow your passion, go for the things that you want to do, or things that you can make a difference on, even on a small scale related to sustainability. – Kirby  We provided something called ‘climate risk analytics' which is an insight that allows companies to measure model and mitigate the financial impact of climate change – John   It's all about using data, improving your data, and capturing your data to make sound strategic decisions that helps you drive things forward – Kirby   The chef scientist of NASA said to us that he'd never expected to get to this level of granularity in his lifetime – John     Key Takeaways   How Flagstar and CoreLogic are working together to help address the issue of climate change and housing affordability  John explains the ‘average annual loss' which CoreLogic provides that is a ratio of a building's risk in terms of reconstruction costs, allowing companies to understand their financial risk  Kirby explains how important the use of data is in making strategic decisions around climate and sustainability  The opportunity in cities that have a high climate risk to use CoreLogic's analytics platform  The guests discuss the importance of educating people on the long term impact of climate change  John discusses how the needs of CoreLogic's customers change and how they accommodate for this    About our guests  John Rogers   John Rogers holds the role of Chief Innovation Officer for CoreLogic and is responsible for the R&D. From driving new solutions that understand the impacts to the real estate economy due to climate change, to ground-breaking models that identify suitable land for affordable housing development, the R&D group tackles major housing issues and works with many clients across the housing industry to drive growth and mitigate risk on their book of business.     Prior to joining CoreLogic, John was a Partner with IBM Global Business Services where he focused on the delivery of large multi-million transformational programs for the financial sector both in the United Kingdom and Australia. Prior to this, John worked as a consultant for Itim Consulting, a boutique management firm based in London. John's primary role was as a program manager on a number of assignments delivering global solutions within retail, pharmaceuticals, logistics and information services industries.   John earned a bachelor's degree from University of Glasgow, United Kingdom in Aerospace Engineering.      Company Summary: CoreLogic   CoreLogic is a leading provider of property insights and innovative solutions, working to transform the property industry by putting people first. Using its network, scale, connectivity and technology, CoreLogic delivers faster, smarter, more human-centered experiences, that build better relationships, strengthen businesses, and create a more resilient societ y. For more information, please visit www.corelogic.com.      Kirby Brendsel   Kirby Brendsel is Flagstar Bank's VP, Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) and Sustainability Director, where he leads Flagstar's strategic sustainability and initiatives and the company's goal to be a recognized global sustainability leader.  He is coming from Welltower Inc.'s (a real estate investment trust) where he headed their award-winning strategic sustainability and ESG initiatives.  Prior to joining Welltower in 2019, Mr. Brendsel worked at Nuveen as a Director of Responsible Investing.  Before Nuveen, he served as Associate Director of Sustainability for Starwood Hotel & Resorts Worldwide, where he supported the strategy, integration and management of Starwood's sustainability program and worked collaboratively with the community programs/Starwood Foundation team on CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) strategy and reporting.  Previously, Mr. Brendsel consulted for Deloitte where he assisted in the creation of Deloitte's Federal Sustainability practice and Diversity & Inclusion program.  Mr. Brendsel's other past roles include active-duty service as a Military Intelligence Corps Major in the U.S. Army.    Mr. Brendsel graduated with distinction and honors from the College of William and Mary with a B.A. in Business and the Jones Graduate School of Management at Rice University with an M.B.A. He is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI), U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) LEED Green Associate (GA), and Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt.  Mr. Brendsel was recently recognized as an Honoree for 2020 by Environment + Energy Leader's annual "best of" list of environment and energy professionals - the E+E 100.      Mr. Brendsel is active in his local community, where he has served on the Board of Directors of the Aspetuck Land Trust and Lachat Town Farm Commission as well as on the Town of Weston's Sustainability Committee, Historical Society, and Conservation and Parks & Recreation Commissions.         Company Summary: Flagstar   New York Community Bancorp, Inc. is the parent company of Flagstar Bank, N.A., one of the largest regional banks in the country. The Company is headquartered in Hicksville, New York with regional headquarters in Troy, Michigan. At June 30, 2023, the Company had $118.8 billion of assets, $84.9 billion of loans, deposits of $88.5 billion, and total stockholders' equity of $11.1 billion.    Flagstar Bank, N.A. operates 436 branches, including strong footholds in the Northeast and Midwest and exposure to high growth markets in the Southeast and West Coast. Flagstar Mortgage operates nationally through a wholesale network of approximately 3,000 third-party mortgage originators. In addition, the Bank has 132 private banking teams located in over 10 cities in the metropolitan New York City region and on the West Coast, which serve the needs of high-net worth individuals and their businesses.   New York Community Bancorp, Inc. has market-leading positions in several national businesses, including multi-family lending, mortgage origination and servicing, and warehouse lending. The Company is the 2nd largest multi-family portfolio lender in the country and the leading multi-family portfolio lender in the New York City market area, where it specializes in rent-regulated, non-luxury apartment buildings. Flagstar Mortgage is the 8th largest bank originator of residential mortgages for the 12-months ending June 30, 2023, while we are the industry's 5th largest sub-servicer of mortgage loans nationwide, servicing 1.6 million accounts with $426 billion in unpaid principal balances. Additionally, the Company is the 2nd largest mortgage warehouse lender nationally based on total commitments.     About Our Host    Louisa Dickins    Louisa is the Co-Founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market-leading global built environment recruitment platform and search consultancy, specializing in finding the best strategic talent for the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia-Pacific and MENA.      To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation.   

On today's show, Armin Sadeghi discusses Project Manda and addressing the issue of increasing time-consuming and unproductive meetings by using meeting analytics, benchmarking, and an AI assistant to continuously improve productivity. Later, Elliot Dellys discusses Cyber Security For Good and the efforts to create a tangible social and environmental impact. GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Armin Sadeghi is the co-founder of Project Manda which is trying to solve the common problems with meeting productivity within businesses. He is an ex-Microsoft engineer who previously owned and operated several tech consultancy firms with a focus on building high-performing teams. Armin is a very hands-on tech leader with 24 years industry experience, working with cutting-edge technology with a passion for building high-performing businesses. Find out more at: https://www.projectmanda.com GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Elliot Dellys is the founder and Chief Realist (CEO) of Phronesis Security. Previously, Elliot worked for the Australian Department of Defence and a global managed security services provider, where he led the Strategic Consulting division across the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. Elliot has guided organisations large and small through cyber transformation programs. Elliot is an established industry commentator, with regular appearances on primetime TV, radio and major print news discussing issues ranging from privacy law reform to ransomware legislation, national security strategy, AI risk and high-profile data breaches. Find out more on : https://www.phronesissecurity.com/

In this Greatest Hits episode of Getting to Aha!, Darshan Mehta is joined by Alex Charlton as they unveil the importance of harnessing the power of customer insights to drive business success and the potential of AI in improving research processes and running effective marketing strategies.

To get the latest from Denise Dunlap, you can follow her below!LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisedunlap55/Loon Creek CapitalDenise's 1st episode on The Angel Next Door - Denise Dunlap talks Revenue Based FinancingDenise's 2nd episode on The Angel Next Door - Surprising Lessons Learned About Revenue-Based Financing Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing!Website: www.marciadawood.com And don't forget to follow us wherever you are!Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotifyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood

Our Executive Consultant, Adin Bradley, joins me on the show today to dig into the common areas of focus where we see our clients struggle and where you can make the most impact. We cover everything from KPIs to doctor development to leadership to same store sales. Got a question about your own business? You can reach Adin directly at Adin@PolarisHealthcarePartners.com

In this energizing episode, Mike "C-Roc" sits down with Michael Zipursky, the co-founder and CEO of Consulting Success, a company dedicated to helping entrepreneurial consultants build profitable, scalable, and strategic consulting businesses. Michael shares his remarkable journey, from growing up in Israel and overcoming language barriers to building successful businesses in Japan and North America. Mike introduces Michael as the CEO of Consulting Success, highlighting the impressive list of organizations he has advised, including the Financial Times, Dow Jones, and RBC. Michael has also played a pivotal role in launching new products into global markets, particularly for companies like Panasonic. His impact extends to helping over a thousand consultants from diverse industries add six and seven figures to their annual revenue. As the discussion unfolds, Mike delves into Michael's perspective on what he is made of, and Michael responds with a powerful word: persistence. He emphasizes the importance of persistence and consistency in achieving success, drawing from his experiences as a competitive athlete, entrepreneur, and consultant. The conversation then shifts to Michael's early life, growing up in different countries, and the pivotal role sports played in shaping his character. Mike highlights Michael's transition from high school to entrepreneurship, where he and his cousin started their first web design and development company. The narrative continues with Michael's journey to Japan, where he successfully ran a branding and design consultancy, sharing both the challenges and the enriching experiences of living and working in a different culture. The episode covers Michael's intentional immersion in Japanese culture, his appreciation for diversity, and the unique moments that defined his time in Japan. Listeners gain insights into the complexities of running businesses in a foreign country and the valuable lessons learned along the way. The discussion also explores Michael's decision to focus on Consulting Success, shutting down other businesses, and the subsequent growth and impact of the company. Michael reflects on the challenges and rewards of narrowing focus and the significant positive outcomes it yielded. Overall, this podcast episode with Michael Zipursky is a dynamic exploration of his life's journey, filled with anecdotes, lessons learned, and insights that inspire both aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs. Listeners are treated to a unique blend of personal and professional experiences, delivered with authenticity and energy. Website: https://www.consultingsuccess.com/ Social Media Links/Handles: https://www.instagram.com/michaelzipursky/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/consultingsuccess/ https://www.facebook.com/ConsultingSuccess https://www.linkedin.com/in/zipursky/ https://www.youtube.com/@ConsultingSuccessTV https://twitter.com/consultingbuzz

In this episode, I wanted to be open and honest and share my vision for 2024 and the importance of doing less to accomplish more. To emphasize the need to focus on what truly matters and to say no to obligations that don't align with one's goals. In this episode we will be discussing my key success factors, including protecting her schedule and avoiding overwhelm, leaning into the idea that more is NOT always better and emphasizing the importance of customizing strategic growth plans.TakeawaysFocus on doing less to accomplish more.Say no to obligations that don't align with your goals.Slow down and stop with the feelings that everything has to be done RIGHT NOW.Build habits gradually and avoid overwhelm.Customize your strategic growth plan and reject the 'more is better' mentality.Mentioned in this episode: Join the Sunday Morning Brew and get 52 weeks of actionable freebies! Chat about 1:1 Strategic Consulting

In this week's episode of the Propcast, Louisa is joined by Emanuel Heisenberg, CEO and Founder of EcoWorks, and Mauricio Weiss, GP and Founding Partner of Zacua Ventures where they discuss all things renovation, regulation and innovation.   With 40% of emissions being used on buildings and 20% on materials, the guests delve into the short- and long-term costs of going carbon neutral and whether it is a realistic goal with today's current economic climate. The guests discuss how an increase in sustainability pressure, paired with geopolitical instability and labour scarcity are a handful of the challenges that accompany reaching net zero targets.   Emanuel shares how the EcoWork's product can help tackle key issues around scarcity of labour and materials from factories, whilst Mauricio discusses the trends he has seen with his portfolio companies in terms of increasing their sales.    Companies mentioned  MIPIM  JLL Spark    Shoutouts  Vivin Hegde  Arnaud Bouzinac  Robert Habeck  Josh Levy, Document Crunch    Previous episodes mentioned  The evolution of global construction technologies     Episode Highlights  Regulation is actually pushing for a lot of technology adoption in terms of higher requirements, and these requirements just make the processes much more complex, right? - Mauricio   So they really tackle the 80 percent renewable energy goal for 2030 and they really decarbonize the heating system with good and aggressive regulations. - Emanuel  The construction sector invests 1 percent in R&D and the housing sector 0.1%. So, they will not bring any transformation towards affordability and decarbonization. - Emanuel  You do need regulators – to start pointing the marketing to the right direction, but you also want to keep competitiveness and ensure a free environment and a secure environment to make investments and to see the return of these investments. - Mauricio  Investors and a lot of stakeholders are questioning whether this is the right moment to be investing in technologies or an economic turn that will potentially slow down the piece of adoption for technology - Mauricio    Previous episodes mentioned   The Evolution Of Global Construction Technologies    Key Takeaways   The use of circular building materials in helping companies reach net zero targets  The need for common standards across Europe, as well as the challenges that this would bring due to difference in buildings and needs for each country  The need for regulators to be very close to investors in sharing short term and long-term goals of decarbonisation and technology adoption   How to position certain aspects of ESG to pitch to create sustainable competitive advantage for that company without changing the core of your business  Emmanuel shares some advice about the German market for founders looking to expand   The lack of construction companies in Germany     About our guests  Emanuel Heisenberg  Emanuel Heisenberg studied history and economics in Munich and Cambridge. He has over 15 years of experience in setting up and developing companies for renewable energies and ESCO and has contributed to more than 50 energy projects. His international network includes numerous funds, utility companies, IPPs, entrepreneurs, and research institutions. After founding a contracting and geothermal energy company, he established ecoworks in 2019, introducing the concept of serial renovation to Germany. An initial pilot project in Hameln proved challenging but was also a significant success. The renovated buildings there have demonstrably achieved NetZero levels. In addition to his role as CEO and founder, he is also active as a speaker and expert in energy and climate policy, advising the German federal government, companies, and private equity funds in the fields of heating and energy efficiency. In 2020, together with journalist Georg Diez, he co-wrote a book on the significance of technology in reinventing democracy (Power To The People: How We Reinvent Democracy with Technology).   Ecoworks  ecoworks develops end-to-end software and prefabricated elements to turn apartment buildings with significant renovation backlog into attractive and climate-neutral living spaces in just a few weeks. In this way, the company is making a significant contribution to rapidly reducing emissions in the building sector and the dependence on fossil fuels. ecoworks is an innovation leader in a market that will unleash enormous investment volumes in the wake of national and European legislative initiatives and rising energy and CO2 prices. Around 45 million residential units in Europe are located in buildings with the worst energy ratings. In addition to regulation, these will be particularly burdened by high CO2 prices, which will become mandatory for the building sector soon. Comparable regulations are already planned or in effect in parts of the US and Asia.  The Berlin-based company developed the technology in Germany and is currently bringing it to the mass market with several projects. The company is considered one of the most innovative providers of Climate Tech in the building sector worldwide.    Mauricio Weiss  Mauricio is GP and Founding Partner of Zacua Ventures, a global Venture Capital fund focused in the construction industry. Mauricio works closely with entrepreneurs in the industry to support the adoption of new technologies and improve productivity and sustainability on construction projects. His background working in a large construction company first and at the CVC of Cemex later taught him what is needed for a successful implementation of technology and the right approach for startups engaging large corporates.  Zacua Ventures  Zacua Ventures is an early stage fund focused on the Built Environment. With three GPs based in San Francisco, Madrid and Singapore, the fund has a global focus and each of the founders come with a proven track record, having led 30+ investments in the corporate funds in Cemex Ventures and HILTI.   The fund has raise over $55m USD, to invest in Pre-Seed to Series A startups that focus on 3 main areas in the construction industry: Sustainability, Enhanced Productivity & Safety and Urbanization Solutions.    About Our Host    Louisa is the Co-Founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market-leading global built environment recruitment platform and search consultancy, specializing in finding the best strategic talent for the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia-Pacific and MENA.    To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation.   

Sarah Poncelet, Chair, Strategy – Enterprise Portfolio Management Office & Strategic Consulting Services at Mayo Clinic joins the podcast to discuss her background, top priorities right now, how her organization is leveraging automation to reduce burnout and mitigate workforce shortages, and more.

Sarah Poncelet, Chair, Strategy – Enterprise Portfolio Management Office & Strategic Consulting Services at Mayo Clinic joins the podcast to discuss her background, top priorities right now, how her organization is leveraging automation to reduce burnout and mitigate workforce shortages, and more.

In this episode of the Propcast, Louisa is joined by Arie Barendrecht, Founder & CEO at WiredScore, Bayron Lopez Pineda, Director of Operational Technology at Kilroy Realty Corporation and Richard Paine, Head of Development in Singapore at Lendlease.   The guests help unravel the macro and micro trends, as well as the challenges that the industry is seeing in selecting and implementing technology. This episode provides a global view of PropTech from various perspectives, providing valuable insight into the opportunities as well as challenges that the industry currently faces.   Arie discusses some of the successes as well as mistakes he made whilst expanding across 30 countries, Bayron explores the impact the pandemic had on the use of technology within buildings, and Richard dives into his role at Lendlease and what he has seen on the development side of the industry.       Episode Highlights  The importance of getting employees back to the office and how this can be done effectively  The differences in markets based on geography   The reasons why Europe is ahead of other regions in its adoption of technology    The challenges in innovation and adoption of technology in the US versus the Asia-Pacific region  Cybersecurity and the financial implications of data breaches    Key Takeaways   Our purpose is to be able to lease space out and do that effectively by providing our tenantes the best quality of technology we have available, but also the best experience - Bayron  We're looking to the future to make sure that we're relevant, not just today, but 10 years from now. And that's in our DNA – Arie   The pandemic put us in a space where a lot of people went back and looked at the technology to try and figure out what is really needed – Bayron  You have to think a lot in the future, and you have to predict where you think the future is going with technology - Richard    About our guests  Arie Barendrecht    Arie is the founder and CEO of WiredScore, the pioneer behind the international WiredScore certification system that evaluates and distinguishes best-in-class Internet connectivity in commercial buildings. Prior to founding WiredScore, Arie worked as a consultant with the Boston Consulting Group in New York City where he focused on the technology and media industries. Arie holds an MBA from the Wharton School and a BA and BS in Business and Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley.   WiredScore  At WiredScore, our mission is to make the world's buildings smarter and better connected. We believe everyone should be empowered by technology, wherever they are.   At WiredScore, our mission is to make the world's buildings smarter and better connected. A champion of cutting-edge technology in real estate, WiredScore defines and certifies digital connectivity and smart technology in homes and offices on a global scale, ensuring that buildings provide the best-in-class infrastructure that businesses and individuals require to thrive.     Bayron Pineda   Bayron Lopez Pineda is the  Director of Operational Technology at Kilroy Realty responsible for managing and innovating smart buildings systems. He helps determine policies and processes from security, maintenance, and growth to increase building efficiency and tenant experience. He has over a decade in the Commercial Real Estate sector and is a Founding Fellow of the Control Systems Cyber Security Association International. He is also a Graduate Student at Georgetown University, School of Continuing Studies pursuing a Masters in Technology Management.   Kilroy Realty Corporation   With over 14 million square feet in our portfolio spanning five distinct regions, we have built deep experience within vibrant commercial real estate markets.   We put our experience to service a range of dynamic industries over an ever-evolving business landscape. Our primary goal is to provide premium, adaptable, and productive work environments for a wide range of industries, including technology, media, life science, entertainment, and professional services.   We create dynamic work environments that support our clients' businesses, with standards that include indoor and outdoor common spaces, flexible floor plates and adaptable office plans, and of course, state-of-the-art infrastructure and amenities. Our approach is centered around our clients' successes, and we focus on the features that increase productivity and employee retention.     Richard Paine   Richard has worked in the property industry for over 36 years and across multiple property sectors, geographies and in multiple functional roles. Richard has had leadership positions in Construction, Property Development and in Property Operation and Funds management.    Richard currently leads the Lendlease development business in Singapore overseeing $5bn worth of property developments.  He is passionate about creating globally significant assets and specifically about sustainability, placemaking, health & wellbeing, digitisation and moving the industry forward.   Lendlease   Lendlease is a globally integrated real estate group with operations in Australia, Asia, Europe and the United States.   Lendlease is renowned for world class developments and creating places where communities thrive.   Lendlease is a developer, an investment manager, and a builder. The combination of these three segments provides it with a sustainable competitive advantage in delivering innovative integrated solutions for our customers.    About Our Host      Louisa is the Co-Founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market-leading global built environment recruitment platform and search consultancy, specializing in finding the best strategic talent for the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia-Pacific and MENA.    To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation.   

A recent Deloitte report cited the Middle East real estate market is projected to expand by up to 111% in the next five years.   In this episode of the Propcast, Louisa was joined by Anas Bataw and Prakash Senghani, Co-Founder and CEO at Navatech Group. They discuss the vast opportunities for innovation and growth through technology in the Middle East, the geographical advantage that has put the MENA region at the forefront of smart technology adoption and urban development, and the huge appetite for digitalisation that the guests have seen in the last few years.   Tune in to hear about examples of some of the technologies being used in the Middle East that are leading the way in revolutionising MENA real estate, as well as some of the challenges that come alongside this diversification. If you are interested in learning more about how construction technology and PropTech is revolutionising MENA real estate, this episode is not one to miss!    Companies Mentioned  Deloitte  Watheeq PropTech Venture  Fifth Wall   NEOM  Red Sea Project  Mace  Amar  MIRA  ROSHN  PwC  Balfour Beatty  WSP  AECOM   JLL  Technology Innovation Institute (TII)  WakeCap  WorkPanda   Procurified  Modular  Aldar      Episode Highlights  The huge appetite for digitalisation in the middle east   Prakash's journey from the corporate world into building his own start-up    Anas' experience in the COP28 committee and the push to sustainability and reducing carbon emissions   The growth areas that Prakash has seen within construction over the past five years and what we should be watching out for in the future    Prakash talks us through some of the stand-out technologies being used in the Middle East   The Middle East's geographical advantage and its wide talent pool  Anas explains how having a clear strategy is so important     Key Takeaways  The pros are that you're involved in large projects and that there's a push towards technologies and innovations, and people really want to challenge the current status of what we have – Anas  I wanted to use artificial intelligence and particularly chatbots to help do things in construction, and one of those things was safety – Prakash     The complexion of the people working in the construction industry is going to change massively – Anas  Changing something is always more difficult than planning for the way that you want it in the first place - Prakash       About Our Host   Louisa Dickins   Louisa is the Co-Founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market-leading global built environment recruitment platform and search consultancy, specializing in finding the best strategic talent for the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia-Pacific and MENA.   To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation.  

In this episode of Getting to Aha!, Darshan Mehta is joined by Alex Charlton as they unveil the importance of harnessing the power of customer insights to drive business success and the potential of AI in improving research processes and running effective marketing strategies.

In this episode of the Propcast, host Louisa Dickins explores the value of drones with Mike Winn, CEO and co-founder of DroneDeploy, and David Thirlwell, Director of Operational Excellence at Stiles Construction. They explore how drones have become widely accessible in recent years, providing a bird's eye view of job sites and delivering structured, detailed data to enhance safety and efficiency.   Mike shares how DroneDeploy has gained over 5,000 customers worldwide, revolutionising the way businesses operate in sectors like oil, gas, and construction. David emphasizes the importance of finding the right technology solution to maximize efficiency and productivity. Despite market challenges and budget cuts, this episode highlights how businesses who are embracing forward-thinking technology will thrive in the future.   Tune in to hear how drones are shaping the digital future of smart buildings and beyond.    Companies mentionned  NASA  Autodesk  NEOM  Google    Episode Highlights  The benefits of using drones for aerial data capture  The use of drones in various industries, including construction, oil, gas and solar energy  The growth and success of DroneDeploy, with over 5,000 customers worldwide  David's experience using DroneDeploy's technology to improve construction processes and identify potential issues early on  The importance of finding the right technology solutions and being open-minded to adopting new technologies in the construction industry  The future of automation in the drone industry, and the future of DroneDeploy    Key Takeaways  While technology investments may seem expensive at first, the value lies in the ability to catch and resolve problems early, saving time and money in the long run. - David  Already we have a vision that every job site should be digitized. And if we can do that, we will enable all the workers to really understand what's going on and help them do their job more safely and more effectively. - Mike   The use of technology, such as drones and 3D scanners, allows for accurate verification of construction elements like sleeves in concrete, reducing the risk of costly mistakes and schedule delays. - David  The adoption of technology in the construction industry is receptive, with companies like Stiles Construction being open to exploring new tools and solutions to improve efficiency and mitigate risks. - Mike  Stiles Construction values trust and reliability in technology providers, and they have found DroneDeploy to be a great partner in bringing new tools and solutions to the table. - David  The future of drones in the construction industry is promising, with the expectation that every major job site will have a drone in the next five years. - Mike    About Our Host  Louisa Dickins  Louisa is the Co-Founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market-leading global built environment recruitment platform and search consultancy, specializing in finding the best strategic talent for the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia-Pacific and MENA.  To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation. 

In this episode of the Propcast, host Louisa Dickins discusses how to future proof your portfolio and nurture a robust company culture with Edi Demaj, co-founder of KODE Labs, and Ilene Goldfine, SVP and Chief Digital Strategy Officer of Hines. They explore how a change in people and culture can help address the pace of innovation and, ultimately, impact profitability, efficiency and sustainability.  Edi shares how a small building operating system can transform the way real estate is managed and experienced. Ilene dives deep into how two very different types of businesses can facilitate a healthy, inclusive, and innovative culture, as well as a strong partnership. The episode highlights the importance of collaboration, agility, and diversity in driving change and successfully navigating the evolving landscape of the real estate industry.  Tune in to hear innovative strategies for future-proofing real estate portfolios and cultivating a dynamic company culture.    Shout outs  Naqash Tahir, Executive Director - Global CIO Office at PGIM Real Estate  Imran Nasir, Head of Client Delivery for Europe, Asia Pacific & Latin America at PGIM Real Estate    Episode Highlights  Edi and Ilene's common mission of driving change and innovation in the real estate industry  How KODE Labs and Hines have created a successful partnership  A cloud-based smart building operating system, and the significance of data in driving efficiency and innovation  How flexible and diverse cultures foster innovation and collaboration  The importance of a listen-first mentality, cultural contribution and diversity of thought  What the future holds for KODE Labs, Hines and the wider real estate industry    Key Takeaways  The real estate space functions completely differently from anything else around us. Our view is that it needed to get on par with everybody else with all the other industries. - Edi  One of the reasons that did away with the word ‘innovation' is because the mindset of Hines is that we're constantly innovating. - Ilene  We're big believers that if automotive companies can make autonomous moving vehicles, then standing buildings can be autonomous as well. - Edi  We have an aging industry of people at buildings that are going to retire. You have to meet the people where they're at. You need to think to yourself, what am I doing differently in the real estate industry to attract some of these people? - Ilene  What we've done over the last six years is that we're now in thousands of buildings, and what we'll do over the next six years, is that we'll be hopefully in hundreds of thousands of buildings. – Edi   About Our Host - Louisa Dickins  Louisa is the Co-Founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market-leading global built environment recruitment platform and search consultancy, specializing in finding the best strategic talent for the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia-Pacific and MENA.  To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation. 

Meetings industry veteran Eric Rozenberg is one of the foremost experts on international business events, having served as chair of MPI's International Board of Directors and by running his own business serving a global clientele. Rozenberg is also an author of business books and a speaker and instructor on the topic of entrepreneurship, especially in the meetings and events industry. Meetings Today's Tyler Davidson caught up with Rozenberg to talk about the state of international meetings as well as his work with Dr. Lalia Rach, who leads ALHI Strategic Consulting Services, where he helps business owners navigate their journey in starting and running businesses.

Did you know that office temperatures can affect cognitive performance? This episode of the Propcast explores the concept of creating smart and empathetic buildings, addressing crucial topics like gender bias, neurodiversity, and office space design.  Host Louisa Dickins speaks with two pioneers developing innovative solutions for workplace efficiency and employee satisfaction, Dr. Ken Dooley, Chief Product Officer at Haltian, and Dan Drogman, CEO of Smart Spaces, who share insights into their companies' growth and trends in the smart building space.  The conversation extended to the evolving preferences of the modern workforce, with Ken emphasizing the value of offering options like warmer zones or quiet spaces to create a more inclusive and productive environment, and Dan sharing how Smart Spaces uses data-driven design to address these challenges, giving people the flexibility they need while avoiding tokenism.  Tune in for an exciting discussion on smart buildings, inclusive workplaces, and the evolving needs of today's workforce.    Shoutouts  Elizabeth Nelson, Author of The Healthy Office Revolution   Episode Highlights   Ken's journey from consulting in energy and sustainability to working in the field of smart buildings  The evolution of Smart Spaces from providing meeting room booking software to offering smart building solutions  "Hotelification" of offices, where offices aim to provide amenities and experiences better than home to attract employees back to the office  Why personalization in office environments is crucial to cater to different needs, preferences, and neurodiversity  The evolving workforce, including the great resignation and changing employee expectations  The growth of PropTech in the Nordic region  The importance of educating end-users about energy consumption to achieve sustainability goals    Key Takeaways  Our purpose at Smart Spaces is optimizing environments for the people and the planet. - Dan  We allow the organization to create beautiful spaces, communicate that they exist, and measure if it's popular enough. - Ken  It's about offering people personalization. You want to create the future workplace where everyone wants to work. - Dan  Yes, there is a gender bias. There's a brilliant article called Battle for the Thermostat that really talks about how female employees in office buildings would prefer maybe two degrees warmer. – Ken    About Our Host  Louisa Dickins  Louisa is the Co-Founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market-leading global built environment recruitment platform and search consultancy, specializing in finding the best strategic talent for the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia-Pacific and MENA.  To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation. 

Following yet another fantastic response for our ConTech-focused 11th season, we are thrilled to unveil what we have planned for the upcoming season!  As the demand for secure, energy-efficient developments continues to soar, the number of smart buildings worldwide is projected to climb from 45 million to 115 million by 2026. This is why for season 12 of the Propcast we are focusing on all things ‘smart', where I will be joined by some of the leading Smart Building companies in the space, featuring the likes of Kode Labs, Haltian, Drone Deploy, Smart Spaces, and many, many more!   Make sure to subscribe to the Propcast and leave us a 5* rating for this season - you'll not want to miss it!  About Our Host Louisa Dickins Louisa is the co-founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market leading global PropTech recruitment platform and search consultancy with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe and Asia-Pacific. To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation. About LMRE LMRE is globally recognised for leading the way in Real Estate Tech & Innovation talent management. From the outset our vision was to become a global provider of the very best strategic talent to the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting. At LMRE we are fully committed at all times to exceed the expectations of our candidates and clients by providing the very best advice and by unlocking exclusive opportunities across our global network in the UK, Europe, North America, MENA and Asia-Pacific.

Tune into this episode of our WP Educates Nonprofit Series as Frank Iannelli and Emily Landry discuss frequently asked questions as it relates to Strategic Consulting Services in the Nonprofit space.Looking to continue the conversation? Connect with Danielle Reynolds, Business Development Manager by clicking here. 

Ken Paskins, Founder of GCE Strategic Consulting and The Shift Spot Theshiftspot.com GCEstrategicconsulting.com