Podcasts about strategic vision

Qualcomm CMO Don McGuire discusses the accelerated pace of tool development in the AI space, emphasizing the importance of understanding each tool's capabilities and aligning them with strategic business objectives. He highlights how organizations must quickly adapt to evaluate and implement the right tools to achieve their goals in the fast-evolving technology landscape.Watch the full podcast to know more!

In this episode of Digital Learning Today, we dive into the transformative power of mentorship with Stephen Minix, a former educator turned corporate leader. Stephen shares his journey from the classroom to the boardroom, highlighting how mentorship has shaped his path and continues to influence his work at Upmetrics. Discover how mentorship can be a free, yet invaluable resource in both personal and professional realms, and learn how Stephen's experiences with mentors have fueled his passion for giving back. Whether you're an educator, a leader, or someone seeking inspiration, this episode offers insights into the profound impact of mentorship on building communities and fostering growth. Tune in to explore how you can harness the power of mentorship in your own life. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning: Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported. Curriculum Design and Implementation: Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels. Effective Instructional Coaching: Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards” on Amazon today! Key Takeaways: Mentorship as a Lifelong Resource: Stephen Minix emphasizes that mentorship is a free and endless resource that can significantly impact personal and professional growth. Translating Skills Across Sectors: The skills and experiences gained in education can be effectively translated into the corporate world, highlighting the adaptability and relevance of educators in various sectors. The Power of Storytelling: Combining data with personal stories can create a compelling narrative that resonates with audiences and stakeholders, making it easier to communicate impact and attract support. Building Relationships at Scale: Stephen shares how building a network of quality relationships has been crucial in his journey, providing support and opportunities for collaboration. Inspiration Over Indoctrination: When working with adults, it's essential to inspire rather than dictate, understanding their perspectives and helping them see the value in their contributions. Mentorship Beyond Titles: Mentorship is not limited to formal titles; it can come from anyone with intention and insight, offering guidance and support in various forms. Clarity in Mission and Impact: Organizations should focus on clarity in their mission and the impact they aim to achieve, which can help in attracting funding and support. Personal Reflection and Growth: Stephen reflects on past experiences, emphasizing the importance of using teachable moments to grow and improve as a mentor and leader. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to TeacherCast and Digital Learning Today 01:46

Rep. Tom Tiffany, McIver Institute's Bill Osmulski, Overwatch Mission Critical's Kirk Offel, Strategic Vision's David Johnson, Senator Ron Johnson, Rep. Scott Fitzgerald

Interview with Niël Pretorius, CEO of DRDGOLD Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/drdgold-nysedrd-gold-recovery-from-historical-tailings-7131Recording date: 15th July 2025As gold prices reach unprecedented levels, DRD Gold CEO Niël Pretorius offers a compelling blueprint for mining leadership during turbulent market conditions. His approach combines conservative capital allocation with strategic opportunism, providing valuable lessons for the broader mining sector.Pretorius identifies a fundamental shift in gold market dynamics over the past four years, where sustained accumulation by non-Western central banks has created new price support mechanisms. This "counter dynamic" has helped gold rebase at higher levels, even during periods of Western market pessimism. For South African producers like DRD Gold, current conditions offer particular advantages through natural currency hedging—producing in rand while selling in US dollars creates what Pretorius calls "a double benefit."The CEO's capital allocation philosophy emphasizes dividend distribution and operational optimization over speculative expansion. "I believe that a business is there to generate cash flow," he states, advocating for full commodity price exposure rather than revenue protection strategies. This approach prioritizes sustainable growth through extending existing mine life by 18-20 years and modest production increases, rather than pursuing headline-grabbing acquisitions.Risk management remains central to Pretorius's strategy. Despite favorable market conditions, he maintains skepticism about price sustainability, advocating for accelerated capital investment while conditions remain favorable. "We know it can change overnight," he warns, emphasizing the importance of building resilience for future volatility.The CEO champions financial transparency, dismissing complex accounting metrics in favor of fundamental questions: profitability, debt levels, and capital coverage capability. His emphasis on practical indicators like insurance coverage demonstrates sophisticated risk assessment beyond traditional financial metrics.Pretorius's leadership philosophy reveals how successful mining executives balance opportunistic investment with conservative risk management, maintaining operational excellence while adapting to evolving market structures. His approach offers investors a framework for evaluating mining leadership quality during periods of unprecedented market conditions.View DRDGOLD's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/drdgold-limited Sign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Real Clear Politics', Kenin Pivak, Hertiage Foundation's EJ Antoni, Strategic Vision's David Johnson, Manhatten Institute's Jesse Arm, Kyle Koenen, Margot Cleveland, The Federalist's Margot Clevland, Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty's Kyle Koenen

Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Jeffrey Bradbury interviews Andrew Caffrey, CEO of Canopy Education, discussing the latest developments in Google education tools, the integration of AI in classrooms, and the launch of Education Magazine. They explore the role of Canopy Education in professional development, the importance of structured training for teachers, and the potential of Google Vids as an educational tool. The conversation emphasizes the need for educators to adapt to new technologies while maintaining a focus on effective teaching and learning practices. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning: Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported. Curriculum Design and Implementation: Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels. Effective Instructional Coaching: Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards” on Amazon today! Key Takeaways: Canopy Education focuses on training teachers to use technology effectively in classrooms. AI integration in education is evolving, with tools like Gemini being introduced. Professional development should be structured and focused on specific tools or areas. Google Classroom offers various tools to assist teachers in content creation. Education Magazine aims to provide resources specifically for teachers using Google and Canva. Google Vids is now available to all editions of Google, enhancing video use in classrooms. Teachers should not rush to adopt new tools without proper training and understanding. The importance of teaching and learning should guide the use of technology in education. Canopy Education is a community interest company focused on making a difference in education. Feedback from educators is crucial for improving educational tools and resources. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Canopy Education and ISTE Experience 02:42 Understanding Canopy Education's Role in Professional Development 05:56 Exploring Google Classroom and AI Integration 08:51 The Evolution of AI in Education 11:49 Navigating Google Classroom Features 14:33 Launching Canopy Education Magazine 17:48 Determining Content for Canopy Education Magazine 19:15 Teaching and Learning as a Core Focus 20:32 Selective Adoption of Educational Tools 21:38 Exploring Google Vids for Classroom Use 23:30 Video Evidence in Education 24:53 Integration of Google Tools in Classrooms 25:49 Classroom Management with Google Tools 28:37 Strategizing Instructional Coaching for New Tools 30:06 Professional Development Resources for Educators...

Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury discusses the highlights from the ISTE and ASCD conference, focusing on the innovative features of SchoolAI with Dave Monson, Head of Design. The conversation covers the importance of AI in education, addressing teacher concerns about privacy and security, and the role of data-driven insights in enhancing student engagement. The episode also emphasizes the need for supportive policies in schools and provides resources for instructional coaches to effectively implement AI tools in their classrooms. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning: Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported. Curriculum Design and Implementation: Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels. Effective Instructional Coaching: Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards” on Amazon today! Key Takeaways: The ISTE conference brought together 15,000 educators to discuss educational innovations. SchoolAI offers free access for teachers, making it accessible for all. AI tools can significantly enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Privacy and security are top priorities for AI in education. Teachers can use AI to create personalized learning experiences for students. Data dashboards provide valuable insights into student performance and engagement. AI can support students' emotional well-being by facilitating personal conversations. Developing clear AI policies is essential for schools to navigate new technologies. Instructional coaches play a crucial role in implementing AI tools in classrooms. SchoolAI provides a marketplace of resources created by educators for educators. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to TeacherCast and ISTE Conference Highlights 02:06 Exploring SchoolAI: Features and Benefits 05:13 Addressing Teacher Concerns: Privacy and Security in AI 08:51 Getting Started with AI in the Classroom 10:57 Data-Driven Insights: Using Dashboards for Student Engagement 14:06 Supporting Student Well-Being: AI's Role in Personal Conversations 15:43 Developing AI Policies in Schools 18:26 Resources for Instructional Coaches and Educators Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Sign up for product showcase now: https://schoolai.com/showcase About our Guest: David Monson is the Head of Design at SchoolAI, where he brings a unique blend of classroom experience and global design leadership. A former educator who taught product design, David is passionate about creating...

Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this podcast episode, Jeff speaks with Eric Swanson, Senior Vice President Product Management, Practice and Instruction at Renaissance Learning to learn about Renaissance Next for Leaders, and the future of Artificial Intelligence in the classroom. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning: Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported. Curriculum Design and Implementation: Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels. Effective Instructional Coaching: Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards” on Amazon today! Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Renaissance Next: Transforming Classroom Instruction Renaissance Next for Leaders: District-Wide Data All in One Place Embracing AI to Improve Teaching and Learning Renaissance Launches New Core Publisher Experience to Transform Classroom Instruction About Renaissance As a global leader in pre-K–12 education technology, Renaissance is driven by a powerful mission: to accelerate learning for all students. For over 35 years, the company has been dedicated to providing educators with the insights and tools needed to "See Every Student." Today, more than 40% of U.S. schools rely on its interconnected ecosystem of solutions, which includes industry-leading tools for assessment (Star Assessments), practice (Accelerated Reader, Freckle, myON), and instruction (Nearpod). By creating a seamless flow between assessment data, personalized practice, and teacher-led instruction, Renaissance empowers educators to make informed decisions that help every learner achieve their full potential. Links of Interest Website: https://www.renaissance.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/RenLearnUS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RenLearnUS/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/renaissance-learning/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renlearnus YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RenaissanceLearning...

Jamie and Jaeden discuss Elon Musk's ambitious plans to raise $4.3 billion in equity for XAI, exploring the implications of this funding for the AI landscape. They delve into the financial strategies behind XAI's growth, the competitive edge of Grok compared to ChatGPT, and the potential future of AI and robotics. The conversation highlights the rapid evolution of XAI and its integration with social media, emphasizing the significance of real-time data in AI applications.AI Hustle YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AI-Hustle-PodcastOur Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/aboutTry AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠Chapters00:00 Introduction to XAI and Funding Goals01:13 The Financial Landscape of XAI03:34 Elon Musk's Strategic Vision for AI06:46 Grok vs. ChatGPT: User Experience and Preferences08:43 The Competitive Edge of XAI10:18 Conclusion and Community Engagement

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Senator Ron Johnson, Strategic Vision's David Johnson, American Principles Project's Anthony La Bruna, The Federalist's John Daniel Davidson, McIver Institute's Bill Osmulski Replaying Senator Ron Johnson

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In this episode, Must Read Alaska Show host Ben Carpenter delivers a robust, real-time debrief from the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference, hosted by Governor Mike Dunleavy in Anchorage. Carpenter walks the audience through the key takeaways, the tone of the event, and the overarching vision shared by political and industry leaders, particularly from the Trump administration, about Alaska's pivotal role in national energy policy, security, and economic revival. With hundreds of attendees from around the globe, the conference presented Alaska not as a remote outpost, but as a strategic energy powerhouse whose development is critical not only for the state but for national and global security. Carpenter closes the episode with a rallying cry for Alaskans to take ownership of their future: Energy is the starting point of economic renewal. Alaska has resources, public support, and geopolitical necessity on its side. It's time to structure policy and fiscal mechanisms to reward growth and self-reliance, not government expansion.

On today's Legally Speaking Podcast, I am delighted to welcome back to the show Curt Sigfstead. Curt is the Chief Financial Officer at Clio. Curt has a wealth of experience in financial planning, accounting and investment banking. His expertise in financial leadership and understanding of SaaS and fintech is a valuable asset to Clio.So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Curt discussing:- Clio's Customer-Centric and Strategic Growth Approach- Curt's Deep Financial Background and Transition to Operator Role- Evolving Role of a CFO at a High-Growth SaaS Company- Clio's Strategic Vision and Scalable Global Expansion- Significance and Impact of Clio's Series F FundingConnect with Curt here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtsigfsteadOur Sponsor, Clio - https://www.clio.com/uk/

Radhika Das, IFN Journalist, interviews Nasser M. Al Thekair, General Manager, Trade & Business Development, International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), on delivering trade solutions across OIC countries, enhancing regional integration, supporting businesses during crises and ITFC's strategic vision for 2025 and beyond

State Assembly Rep Lindee Brill, Author Dr. Gilda Carle, JunkScience.com's Steve Milloy, Strategic Vision's David Johnson, Moms for Liberty Scarlett Johnson, Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty's Dan Lennington

Are you ready to unlock the secrets to financial empowerment and strategic vision? Today's episode features a dynamic conversation with Anne Myong, a global transformational leader and operating partner at How Women Invest. Join Julie Castro Abrams as they delve into the critical aspects of financial intelligence, portfolio decisions, and building wealth, specifically tailored for women investors. Anne shares her remarkable journey from Fortune 100 boardrooms to startup success, offering invaluable insights on navigating economic cycles, leveraging compounding interest, and making impactful investment choices. Get ready to elevate your financial acumen and gain the strategic perspective needed to achieve your investment goals and create lasting financial freedom. This week's episode 168 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about financial intelligence and strategic vision for women investors! This episode was created in partnership with the Nasdaq Foundation. Together, we are working to educate, inspire, and engage women from diverse backgrounds on venture investing and entrepreneurship. Did you know that only 2% of venture funding goes to women-led companies? Together, we are working to show that women are the new face of venture investing.In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Anne Myong is sharing the importance of starting your investing journey early and actionable steps you can take right now to have financial conversations with your kids to impact them for a lifetime. Anne Myong is a board member, investor, and advisor to eCommerce, medical device, technology, social media, AI, and retail organizations on finance, audit, mergers & acquisitions, business development, and corporate governance. Anne is on the board of Align Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALGN), Audit Committee Chairperson, a SEC-qualified financial expert, and a member of the Compensation and Human Capital Committee. From 2016-2022, she was a Board Director, Treasurer, and Chairperson of the Audit and Finance Committees of Goodwill Industries International, a $6B donated goods retail and workforce development non-profit organization.Some of the talking points Julie and Anne go over in this episode include:Opportunities for women to start investing, even with small amounts, and exploring venture capital as an investment class.How women can educate themselves about finance and investing.Anne's leadership experience across countries and companies.Building wealth and long-term financial strategies.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about How Women Inspire at https://www.howwomenlead.com/podcast CONNECT WITH ANNE MYONG:LinkedInCONNECT WITH JULIE CASTRO ABRAMS:LinkedIn - JulieHow Women LeadHow Women InvestHow Women GiveInstagram - HWLLinkedIn - HWLFacebook - HWL

Episode Summary: France is America's oldest ally. We've been through a lot: the American Revolution over 250 years ago, two World Wars, and ongoing worldwide military operations. Our two nations have stood side by side when it mattered most. This connection endures. These days, it's more important than ever, considering China's rise, Russia's aggression in Europe, and other elements of instability we see around the globe. A key component of this security relationship depends on robust aerospace power. Modern military operations don't work without mastering these domains. Our adversaries know this, and that's why they're working hard to challenge us in these realms. Heather Penney discusses these variables with Brig Gen Nicolas Chambaz, the leader charged with overseeing international relations for the French Air and Space Force headquarters. He's a career pilot with over 4,000 flight hours under his belt, including 50 combat operations. In particular, we explore the French Air & Space Force's latest Strategic Vision, The Sky as a Battlefield. Credits: Host: Heather "Lucky" Penney, Director of Research, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies Producer: Shane Thin  Executive Producer: Douglas Birkey Guest: Brig Gen Houston "Slider" Cantwell, USAF (Ret.), The Air & Space Forces Association Guest: Brig Gen Nicolas Chambaz, General Officer "International Relations" of the Air and Space Force Links: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://bit.ly/3GbA5Of Website: https://mitchellaerospacepower.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MitchellStudies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mitchell.Institute.Aerospace LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nzBisb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchellstudies/ #MitchellStudies #AerospaceAdvantage #Vietnam #POW #History

In this insightful episode of the E-commerce Evolution Podcast, host Brett Curry sits down with Jhana Li (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhana-li), founder of Spyglass Ops, to tackle one of the biggest challenges holding back growing businesses: operational constraints. While many entrepreneurs excel at product development and marketing, they often hit a ceiling when it comes to building operational systems and processes. Jhana shares her expertise as a transformational operations consultant who has helped hundreds of seven and eight-figure businesses scale by creating systems that allow founders to work on their business rather than in it.—Sponsored by OMG Commerce - go to (https://www.omgcommerce.com/contact) and request your FREE strategy session today!—Chapters: (00:00) Introducing Jhana & SpyGlass Ops (04:21) Common Operational Problems Founders Face(07:52) Developing a Strategic Vision to Break Through Bottlenecks(14:39) Setting Yourself Apart From Competitors(17:52) Vision Alignment With Your Team(20:51) Hiring and Onboarding the Right People(32:31) Structuring An Effective Hiring Process(40:28) Coaching a High-Performing Team(46:04) When To Let Underperformers Go(50:43) Final Thoughts—Connect With Brett: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebrettcurry/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@omgcommerce Website: https://www.omgcommerce.com/ __Past guests on eCommerce Evolution include Ezra Firestone, Steve Chou, Drew Sanocki, Jacques Spitzer, Jeremy Horowitz, Ryan Moran, Sean Frank, Andrew Youderian, Ryan McKenzie, Joseph Wilkins, Cody Wittick, Miki Agrawal, Justin Brooke, Nish Samantray, Kurt Elster, John Parkes, Chris Mercer, Rabah Rahil, Bear Handlon, Trevor Crump, Frederick Vallaeys, Preston Rutherford, Anthony Mink, Bill D'Allessandro, Bryan Porter and more

Hello Las Vegas — we've arrived for Google Cloud Next 2025!Arthur C. Clarke's third law, "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic"Hot drop coming through! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed in electric Las Vegas—and you know what they say: what happens in Vegas normally stays in Vegas... but in this case, we're bringing 8 incredible conversations in the coming days with inspiring guests who are shaping the future of cloud, data, and AI.On the last day, we have two separate episodes lined up to explore how AI is affecting the macro scale and impacting leadership transformation.In the last conversation of the event, Dave, Andy, and Rob talk with  Lee Moore, VP Global Google Cloud Consulting at Google Cloud about Leading Cloud Transformation with Strategic Vision.TLDR00:50 Introduction of Lee Moore07:00 Final key announcements from the Google Cloud Next Keynote11:05 Main conversation with Lee Moore about cloud and AI-driven transformation and Intentional leadership 36:31 Who's your favorite magician and tying all the magic together of a fantastic week!!GuestLee Moore: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-t-moore/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Guest host Andy Appleby: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyapplebycapgeminiglobalinfrastructureservices/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

In this episode, Kyle talks with Luke Thomas of H&L Design Build about how intentional branding and a strong team culture has fueled his company's rapid growth. From his early career in ministry to scaling a successful design-build firm, Luke shares wisdom on leadership, delegation, financial growth, and the power of trust. Whether you're looking to grow your team, strengthen your systems, or spend more time working on the business, this episode is packed with practical insight and real-world encouragement. ----- The Remodelers VIP Club is designed to help you strengthen the 6 Main Systems of your remodeling business in a step-by-step way through our Remodelers Roadmap. You'll have access to a treasure trove of short pre-recorded training to help you immediately address the weak points of your business. Learn more and sign-up here! ----- Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit RemodelersOnTheRise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights! ----- Takeaways Every player needs a coach, and every coach needs great players. Our brand is our promise, reflecting who we are. Trust people, even if they haven't proven their trustworthiness yet. We need to learn to delegate to avoid burnout. I was feelings over facts; now I'm facts over feelings. Investing in systems supports great people and desired outcomes. Visuals in proposals need to be next level to meet client expectations. New levels bring new challenges that require adaptation. Building a strong team culture is essential for success. Continuous learning and coaching are vital for growth.  ----- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:28 Journey into Remodeling Business 05:38 Leadership and Management Insights 08:48 Trusting and Empowering Employees 11:50 Growth and Strategic Vision 14:40 Financial Literacy and Business Growth 20:42 Navigating Financial Challenges in Business Growth 24:01 The Importance of Branding and Marketing 29:42 Building Effective Systems and Team Culture 33:40 Vision for the Future: Franchising and Beyond 38:19 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's annual milestone updates in its public health data strategy include expanding TEFCA, enabling easier data access and analytics capabilities, and a new shared workspace with its partners. Dr. Jennifer Layden, director at CDC's Office of Public Health Data, Surveillance and Technology, detailed the latest in the agency's comprehensive data strategy and how advanced technologies are revolutionizing disease detection and community health protection. From wastewater surveillance to AI-powered data processing, the strategy's mission is to create a more responsive, interconnected public health system. Layden explored the critical challenges of data integration, highlighting how the CDC is developing an enterprise platform that enables faster, more accurate tracking of health threats. Layden also discussed the importance of interoperability between health care systems, the potential of AI in processing complex medical information and the practical ways these technological advances can help communities respond more effectively to emerging health challenges.

Eiso Kant, CTO of poolside AI, discusses the company's approach to building frontier AI foundation models, particularly focused on software development. Their unique strategy is reinforcement learning from code execution feedback which is an important axis for scaling AI capabilities beyond just increasing model size or data volume. Kant predicts human-level AI in knowledge work could be achieved within 18-36 months, outlining poolside's vision to dramatically increase software development productivity and accessibility. SPONSOR MESSAGES:***Tufa AI Labs is a brand new research lab in Zurich started by Benjamin Crouzier focussed on o-series style reasoning and AGI. They are hiring a Chief Engineer and ML engineers. Events in Zurich. Goto https://tufalabs.ai/***Eiso Kant:https://x.com/eisokanthttps://poolside.ai/TRANSCRIPT:https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/szepl6taqziyqie9wgmk9/poolside.pdf?rlkey=iqar7dcwshyrpeoz0xa76k422&dl=0TOC:1. Foundation Models and AI Strategy [00:00:00] 1.1 Foundation Models and Timeline Predictions for AI Development [00:02:55] 1.2 Poolside AI's Corporate History and Strategic Vision [00:06:48] 1.3 Foundation Models vs Enterprise Customization Trade-offs2. Reinforcement Learning and Model Economics [00:15:42] 2.1 Reinforcement Learning and Code Execution Feedback Approaches [00:22:06] 2.2 Model Economics and Experimental Optimization3. Enterprise AI Implementation [00:25:20] 3.1 Poolside's Enterprise Deployment Strategy and Infrastructure [00:26:00] 3.2 Enterprise-First Business Model and Market Focus [00:27:05] 3.3 Foundation Models and AGI Development Approach [00:29:24] 3.4 DeepSeek Case Study and Infrastructure Requirements4. LLM Architecture and Performance [00:30:15] 4.1 Distributed Training and Hardware Architecture Optimization [00:33:01] 4.2 Model Scaling Strategies and Chinchilla Optimality Trade-offs [00:36:04] 4.3 Emergent Reasoning and Model Architecture Comparisons [00:43:26] 4.4 Balancing Creativity and Determinism in AI Models [00:50:01] 4.5 AI-Assisted Software Development Evolution5. AI Systems Engineering and Scalability [00:58:31] 5.1 Enterprise AI Productivity and Implementation Challenges [00:58:40] 5.2 Low-Code Solutions and Enterprise Hiring Trends [01:01:25] 5.3 Distributed Systems and Engineering Complexity [01:01:50] 5.4 GenAI Architecture and Scalability Patterns [01:01:55] 5.5 Scaling Limitations and Architectural Patterns in AI Code Generation6. AI Safety and Future Capabilities [01:06:23] 6.1 Semantic Understanding and Language Model Reasoning Approaches [01:12:42] 6.2 Model Interpretability and Safety Considerations in AI Systems [01:16:27] 6.3 AI vs Human Capabilities in Software Development [01:33:45] 6.4 Enterprise Deployment and Security ArchitectureCORE REFS (see shownotes for URLs/more refs):[00:15:45] Research demonstrating how training on model-generated content leads to distribution collapse in AI models, Ilia Shumailov et al. (Key finding on synthetic data risk)[00:20:05] Foundational paper introducing Word2Vec for computing word vector representations, Tomas Mikolov et al. (Seminal NLP technique)[00:22:15] OpenAI O3 model's breakthrough performance on ARC Prize Challenge, OpenAI (Significant AI reasoning benchmark achievement)[00:22:40] Seminal paper proposing a formal definition of intelligence as skill-acquisition efficiency, François Chollet (Influential AI definition/philosophy)[00:30:30] Technical documentation of DeepSeek's V3 model architecture and capabilities, DeepSeek AI (Details on a major new model)[00:34:30] Foundational paper establishing optimal scaling laws for LLM training, Jordan Hoffmann et al. (Key paper on LLM scaling)[00:45:45] Seminal essay arguing that scaling computation consistently trumps human-engineered solutions in AI, Richard S. Sutton (Influential "Bitter Lesson" perspective)

Sean Kingsley, President and CEO of Gold Hunter Resources (CSE:HUNT - OTCQB:HNTRF - FRA:6RH), joins me for a corporate update and outlook on upcoming exploration work at the Great Northern Gold Project in Newfoundland.   Since our last conversation in October, Gold Hunter has made progress, including completing an oversubscribed private placement of C$1.7 million, setting the stage to start fieldwork for this year.   Key Topics Covered:   Corporate Update & Funding: Sean details how the funds will be used to complete an airborne geophysical (VTEM) survey over the entire project area, helping define high-priority drill targets for summer. Geological Setting & Resource Potential: The Great Northern Project includes a mix of current and historic resources, with geology comparable to the Valentine Gold Deposit currently being developed by Calibre Mining. The area hosts 18 mineralized zones, a past-producing mine, and widespread gold showings. Strategic Vision for 2025: Geophysical survey completion as a key early catalyst Planning for a large-scale, aggressive drill program. Potentially up to 20,000 meters this summer Newfoundland Advantage: Exceptional infrastructure with road access, nearby mill, hydroelectric facilities, a deep-sea port, and strong local support. Drilling logistics and rig availability are well in place. Gold Market & Valuation Opportunity: Despite strong gold prices, juniors remain undervalued. Gold Hunter is aiming to capitalize on this disconnect with an initial exploration program this year of up to 20,000 meters. To learn more, visit Gold Hunter Resources' website Have questions for Sean or the team? Drop them in the comments or reach out directly to schedule a call.

Ever wondered how to unlock a whopping 10 million dollars in your business just by rethinking your time management? In this episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, we dive into the fascinating world of business operations with Jhana Li, owner of SpyGlass Ops. Known for empowering over a hundred businesses to scale past 7 and 8 figures, Jhana shares her insights on how founders can regain personal freedom while skyrocketing their revenue. Key highlights include: Discover the "magic vending machine" syndrome and how it's sabotaging your leadership effectiveness. Learn about the top four bottlenecks holding 90% of online entrepreneurs back and how to overcome them. Explore the transformative power of AI in operational efficiency and why it's time to transition your team from ‘doers' to ‘thinkers'. Jhana's personal practices for thriving, even when the going gets tough, such as her commitment to spending time outdoors and working with a coach. Jhana also generously offers a free copy of her ebook to listeners who DM her with the code "ThriveLoud" on Instagram. This ebook delves deeper into the six core operational pillars that can transform a business. So, tune in and learn how you can apply these actionable strategies to elevate your business operations and free up your time for visionary thinking.   TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW 00:00 Accidental CEO to Operations Expert 05:12 Founder Challenges: Vision and Alignment 09:24 Time Mismanagement Costing Millions 11:45 Founder-Dependent Leadership 14:59 "AI: Shifting From Doers to Thinkers" 17:07 "Embracing Efficiency and Leadership" 22:47 Speakeasy Pub Crawl Stroll 23:37 Episode Opening and Closing Music

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Podcast: Cyber Security Weekly Podcast (LS 37 · TOP 2.5% what is this?)Episode: Episode 442 - Maritime Domain Awareness Series - Securing our seas: Innovations and challengesPub date: 2025-03-19Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationThis session focused on gaining insights in the latest developments and capabilities for establishing and maintaining situational awareness across the maritime domain, with a focus on security, sustainability and space-earth observation. For Reference to the Maritime Domain and related activities – welcome to refer to the following links:https://www.iala.int/technical/mass/https://smartsatcrc.com/smartsat-crc-and-nz-government-announce-four-new-joint-research-projects-under-the-australia-new-zealand-collaborative-space-program/https://unseenlabs.space/our-product/ DISCUSSION KEY POINTS- Future of Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS)- Imagery utilization and availability (TPED) / configuration- On board processing for tip/cue scenarios- Algorithmic considerations for efficient ship detections (optical and SAR)- Synthetic aperture radar (SAR) missions – Australia - NZThomas Southall, Committee ManagerINTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR MARINE AIDS TO NAVIGATION (IALA)Thomas is Committee Manager for the International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation (IALA) directing the technical output aligning deliverables with the organization's Strategic Vision and Committee Work Programme. He is also a Trustee and Fellow of the Royal institute of Navigation awarded to him in recognition for his contribution to improved Vessel Traffic Services practice, training and development of policy at national and international levels. He has recently been admitted into the Fraternity of the United Kingdom's Trinity House as Younger Brother in recognition of his experience and achievements.He was representative for the International Harbour Masters Association to IALA where he served as participant and Chair of the VTS Operations Working Group. In this role and as IALA Technical Officer, he made significant contribution to the adoption of the new IMO Resolution on VTS.Before joining IALA, Tom worked for the Australian Maritime Safety Authority as a maritime advisor. Previously, he oversaw the Port of London Authorities' VTS and led a commercial training organization. Tom served as a Navigational Officer in the Merchant Navy.Dr Carl Seubert, Chief Research OfficerSMARTSAT CRCDr Carl Seubert joined SmartSat in May 2021, after nine years NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) as a Senior Aerospace Engineer. After graduating First Class Honours in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Sydney, Dr Seubert completed a Master of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from the Missouri University of Science and Technology (USA) and a PhD in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder (USA).As NASA JPL's Manager of Formation Control Testbed and Guidance and Control Engineer, Dr Seubert led research and technology development for spacecraft formation flight, future Earth observation missions and precise planetary landing. This includes designing the spacecraft pointing control algorithms and software for the upcoming Europa Clipper mission and the next Mars lander mission.Kevin Jones, CTO & VP ProductCATALYST (PCI GEOMATICS)Kevin has a background in remote sensing applications, and began his career working on the RADARSAT-1 mission in Canada. Throughout his career, he has developed and delivered earth observation based solutions to clients globally spanning many applications areas. With the advent of AIS data, Kevin managed the implementation of near real time ship detect service that fused / correlated detections with known ship positions. At CATALYST, we are working to make the deep & rich algorithm stack available for efficient processing of earth observation imagery to enable innovative data as a service solutions for several application areas.Rachid Nedjar, Chief Strategy & Marketing OfficerUNSEENLABSRachid NEDJAR is the Head of Marketing at Unseenlabs. In this role, he focuses on developing tailored content and solutions to Unseenlabs customers involved in maritime security. Prior to joining Unseenlabs, Rachid had been working for Le Poool, giving support and consulting to early stage technological companies or in the process of growth. #australiainspacetv #ipsec #mass #maritime #maritimedomain #autonomoussystems #autonomousshipping #unseenlabs #iala #maritimesecurity #sar #spacetechnology #smartsatcrcThe podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from MySecurity Media, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

This session focused on gaining insights in the latest developments and capabilities for establishing and maintaining situational awareness across the maritime domain, with a focus on security, sustainability and space-earth observation. For Reference to the Maritime Domain and related activities – welcome to refer to the following links:https://www.iala.int/technical/mass/https://smartsatcrc.com/smartsat-crc-and-nz-government-announce-four-new-joint-research-projects-under-the-australia-new-zealand-collaborative-space-program/https://unseenlabs.space/our-product/ DISCUSSION KEY POINTS- Future of Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS)- Imagery utilization and availability (TPED) / configuration- On board processing for tip/cue scenarios- Algorithmic considerations for efficient ship detections (optical and SAR)- Synthetic aperture radar (SAR) missions – Australia - NZThomas Southall, Committee ManagerINTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR MARINE AIDS TO NAVIGATION (IALA)Thomas is Committee Manager for the International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation (IALA) directing the technical output aligning deliverables with the organization's Strategic Vision and Committee Work Programme. He is also a Trustee and Fellow of the Royal institute of Navigation awarded to him in recognition for his contribution to improved Vessel Traffic Services practice, training and development of policy at national and international levels. He has recently been admitted into the Fraternity of the United Kingdom's Trinity House as Younger Brother in recognition of his experience and achievements.He was representative for the International Harbour Masters Association to IALA where he served as participant and Chair of the VTS Operations Working Group. In this role and as IALA Technical Officer, he made significant contribution to the adoption of the new IMO Resolution on VTS.Before joining IALA, Tom worked for the Australian Maritime Safety Authority as a maritime advisor. Previously, he oversaw the Port of London Authorities' VTS and led a commercial training organization. Tom served as a Navigational Officer in the Merchant Navy.Dr Carl Seubert, Chief Research OfficerSMARTSAT CRCDr Carl Seubert joined SmartSat in May 2021, after nine years NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) as a Senior Aerospace Engineer. After graduating First Class Honours in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Sydney, Dr Seubert completed a Master of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from the Missouri University of Science and Technology (USA) and a PhD in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder (USA).As NASA JPL's Manager of Formation Control Testbed and Guidance and Control Engineer, Dr Seubert led research and technology development for spacecraft formation flight, future Earth observation missions and precise planetary landing. This includes designing the spacecraft pointing control algorithms and software for the upcoming Europa Clipper mission and the next Mars lander mission.Kevin Jones, CTO & VP ProductCATALYST (PCI GEOMATICS)Kevin has a background in remote sensing applications, and began his career working on the RADARSAT-1 mission in Canada. Throughout his career, he has developed and delivered earth observation based solutions to clients globally spanning many applications areas. With the advent of AIS data, Kevin managed the implementation of near real time ship detect service that fused / correlated detections with known ship positions. At CATALYST, we are working to make the deep & rich algorithm stack available for efficient processing of earth observation imagery to enable innovative data as a service solutions for several application areas.Rachid Nedjar, Chief Strategy & Marketing OfficerUNSEENLABSRachid NEDJAR is the Head of Marketing at Unseenlabs. In this role, he focuses on developing tailored content and solutions to Unseenlabs customers involved in maritime security. Prior to joining Unseenlabs, Rachid had been working for Le Poool, giving support and consulting to early stage technological companies or in the process of growth. #australiainspacetv #ipsec #mass #maritime #maritimedomain #autonomoussystems #autonomousshipping #unseenlabs #iala #maritimesecurity #sar #spacetechnology #smartsatcrc

In this episode, we chat with Alex Langer, CEO of Sierra Madre, a Canadian listed junior miner with 2 metals projects in Mexico, with their flagship project, La Guitarra Mine in Mexico’s Silver Belt recently going into production. Alex is a successful public markets specialist with 20 years of experience, starting his career as an Investment Advisor with Canaccord Genuity, where he helped fund over 100 private and publicly listed companies including the IPOs for Endeavour Silver, Fortuna Silver, and Great Panther. He’s on the podcast to discuss the history of the company, now in production what’s next for the business, an update on the current silver market, and an update on the Mexican mining industry. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sierra Madre has successfully transitioned into full commercial production at its flagship LaGuitarra mine in Mexico, which was previously on care and maintenance. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the company, allowing it to generate cash flows. The LaGuitarra mine covers approximately 28,000 hectares and has a rich history of silver and gold production. The company plans to allocate around $3 million for exploration to drill key areas, particularly the East District, which includes historically significant mines with high-grade material. Current high prices for gold and silver are beneficial for Sierra Madre, providing significant revenue opportunities. The company has structured its operations to maintain low costs, which allows it to be resilient in fluctuating market conditions. Recent changes in the Mexican government have led to a more favorable regulatory environment for mining, with new permits being issued and a renewed focus on the importance of the mining sector for the economy. This shift is expected to bolster confidence in mining projects within the country. BEST MOMENTS "We really wanted something that was fully permitted. And so we were quite fortunate that La Guitarra was fully permitted. First Majestic did an amazing job in terms of their community relations and environmental permitting." "We have now actually identified over 60 kilometres of vein material at surface. This area used to be one of the most prolific and historic producers of silver gold from the 16th, 17th, 1800s." "Every dollar a silver price goes up is really significant to our bottom line. It's straight revenue, which is wonderful." "We feel quite confident we can increase production relatively quickly and hopefully out of cash flows." VALUABLE RESOURCES Mail: rob@mining-international.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/ X: https://twitter.com/MiningRobTyson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DigDeepTheMiningPodcast Web: http://www.mining-international.org This episode is sponsored by Hawcroft, leaders in property risk management since 1992. They offer: Insurance risk surveys recognised as an industry standard Construction risk reviews Asset criticality assessments and more Working across over 600 sites globally, Hawcroft supports mining, processing, smelting, power, refining, ports, and rail operations. For bespoke property risk management services, visit www.hawcroft.com GUEST SOCIALS https://sierramadregoldandsilver.com/contact https://x.com/sierramadresm investor@sierramadregoldandsilver.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCERWQNg-1wABjaexIj_U6yA https://www.linkedin.com/company/sierramadre/ ABOUT THE HOST Rob Tyson is the Founder and Director of Mining International Ltd, a leading global recruitment and headhunting consultancy based in the UK specialising in all areas of mining across the globe from first-world to third-world countries from Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We source, headhunt, and discover new and top talent through a targeted approach and search methodology and have a proven track record in sourcing and positioning exceptional candidates into our clients' organisations in any mining discipline or level. Mining International provides a transparent, informative, and trusted consultancy service to our candidates and clients to help them develop their careers and business goals and objectives in this ever-changing marketplace. CONTACT METHOD rob@mining-international.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/ Podcast Description Rob Tyson is an established recruiter in the mining and quarrying sector and decided to produce the “Dig Deep” The Mining Podcast to provide valuable and informative content around the mining industry. He has a passion and desire to promote the industry and the podcast aims to offer the mining community an insight into people’s experiences and careers covering any mining discipline, giving the listeners helpful advice and guidance on industry topics.

Hello there,I'd like to share some thoughts on developing your UX strategy and redefining your role. It is a topic that feels particularly important at the moment, with UX leaders facing plenty of challenges—from under-resourced teams to the ongoing pressure of delivering measurable business benefits.By clarifying your role and articulating a clear strategic vision, you can navigate these challenges and demonstrate the true value of UX to your colleagues, clients, and management.Taking Ownership of Your RoleThe first step in creating a robust UX strategy is to take ownership of your role. Too often, UX professionals allow others—who may not fully grasp the nuances of user experience—to define what they should be doing. This can mean that your skills and potential end up being misdirected towards tasks that do not really reflect your core strengths.Why You Should Define Your Own RoleWhen others set the boundaries of your role, they tend to limit it to a narrow understanding of UX rather than recognizing the broader contributions you can offer.In my experience, UX leaders who take the initiative to define their roles have a bigger impact. By clearly outlining what you aim to achieve, the resources you have at your disposal, and the areas within the organization where you can truly make a difference, you establish a practical framework that guides your everyday work and long-term strategy.A Personal ReflectionIn my work with UX leaders, I've observed a common pattern. Those who wait for others to shape their responsibilities often find themselves stuck in a reactive mode. The most successful leaders I've coached have learned to take a step back, assess what their organization needs, and identify where UX can add genuine value. This proactive approach helps them align their work with organizational objectives and demonstrates the strategic impact of a well-defined UX role.Rethinking Your Strategic FocusOne common pitfall many UX professionals face is centering their roles around the delivery of projects handed down by other stakeholders. While executing projects is important, a truly effective design leader looks beyond just implementation. Your role should focus on embedding UX best practices across the entire organization. This means investing in:Training others: Empower colleagues with the knowledge and skills to champion user-centered design.Creating resources: Develop tools and documentation that standardize best practices and support consistent UX efforts.Setting standards: Establish clear policies and guidelines that steer design decisions and drive long-term improvement.In line with this broader approach, any UX strategy you produce should emphasize tactics, frameworks, and policies over the minutiae of individual projects, timelines, or milestones. Timelines, in particular, tend to become outdated quickly. A flexible, strategy-focused approach ensures that your vision remains relevant and impactful over time.Crafting Your Strategic VisionOnce you have a clear understanding of your role, the next step is to develop a strategic vision for UX within your organization. Think of this vision as your personal blueprint—a concise statement of what you hope to achieve and how UX can contribute to overall success. This isn't about reinventing the wheel; it's about aligning your expertise with the organization's needs that already exist and setting realistic, measurable goals.Aligning With Organizational ObjectivesStart by considering what the organization truly values. Is it higher conversion rates, improved customer retention, or a more intuitive digital experience? Your strategic vision should reflect these priorities. For example, if conversion metrics are important, explain how refining the user experience can directly impact these figures. Ground your strategy in practical examples, such as insights from A/B tests or iterative design improvements, to clearly show the connection between your work and the organization's outcomes.Making the Most of What You HaveIt is also important to assess the resources currently available to you. Instead of dwelling on what might ideally be available, focus on the tools and data you have right now—whether it's existing user research, current design assets, or people in your team. Working within these constraints allows you to create a realistic strategy and lays the groundwork for gradual, meaningful improvements.Understanding Your Sphere of InfluenceFinally, consider where you can make a real impact within the organization. This might involve refining internal processes, adopting new methodologies, or gently shifting the cultural mindset toward a more user-centered approach. Being clear about your sphere of influence helps you prioritize initiatives that are both achievable and significant, ensuring your efforts lead to tangible improvements.The Three Pillars of Defining Your RoleLet's break this down into three essential pillars that will help you define and strengthen your role as a UX leader. Each of these areas requires careful consideration and will form the foundation of your strategic approach:What Are You Aiming to Achieve?Begin by setting clear, specific objectives. Ask yourself, “What does the organization need me to achieve?” These goals should be tied to measurable business outcomes. Whether it's enhancing customer engagement, reducing bounce rates, or improving overall usability, having well-defined targets will guide your strategy and help demonstrate its impact over time.What Resources Are Currently Available?Take a practical look at the resources at your disposal. Focus on the data, tools, and people you already have. This straightforward approach not only builds credibility with your colleagues but also allows you to secure early wins that can support further investment in UX initiatives. It's about making the best use of what's available rather than chasing ideal solutions that might not be feasible right now.What Can You Influence?Identify the areas within your organization where you have the power to drive change. This might involve closer collaboration with development teams, influencing product roadmaps, or simply sharing insights on the importance of UX with your peers. By understanding your sphere of influence, you can focus on projects that are both manageable and meaningful, ensuring your efforts lead to clear improvements.Wrapping UpRemember, defining your role isn't a one-time task. As you put your strategy into action and learn from experience, you'll need to keep fine-tuning your approach. This ongoing adjustment helps keep your work in step with what both your organization and its users need.Creating a solid UX strategy comes down to two things: knowing your role and delivering results. When you take charge of your role, set clear goals, make the most of what you have, and focus on areas where you can make a difference, you're setting yourself up to bring real value to your organization.I hope this gives you some food for thought about your role as a UX leader. What small step could you take today to better shape your role and create a vision that fits your organization? Have a think about it - sometimes just asking yourself these questions can lead to positive change.

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We're kicking off the new year with a powerful exercise to set your goals and intentions for the months ahead in your eCommerce business. I'll guide you through a reflection of 2024—what worked, what didn't, and how to leverage those lessons to map out for strategy for this year. We'll talk about: How to reflect on your marketing, products, and systems to uncover hidden insights. The importance of defining success beyond revenue goals. How to start crafting your 2025 vision, one step at a time. If you're ready to stop chasing trends and start building a strategic, focused plan for your business, this episode is for you. Lounge Members don't forget—our Quarterly Planning Workshop is coming up on January 20th.   _______   Full Episode Show Notes http://ecommercebadassery.com/310   _______   Let's Connect Website: http://ecommercebadassery.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/ecommercebadassery Membership: http://ecommercebadassery.com/membership   _______   Rate, Review, & Subscribe Like what you heard? I'd be forever grateful if you'd rate, review and subscribe to the show! Not only does it help your fellow eCommerce entrepreneurs find the eCommerce Badassery podcast; but it's also valuable feedback for me to continue bringing you the content you want to hear.    Review Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ecommerce-badassery/id1507457683  

Discover how to liberate your business from daily chaos with expert Scott Beebe, founder of Business on Purpose. In this value-packed episode, Scott reveals his proven four-pillar framework for systematizing your business operations, helping entrepreneurs escape the endless cycle of "putting out fires" and "throwing Hail Marys." You'll learn practical strategies for documenting critical processes, implementing effective vision reviews, and creating operational boundaries that actually increase your freedom. Scott shares his powerful insight about scripting your business activities—just as NFL teams script their opening plays—to create predictable outcomes amid unpredictability. From his personal journey of working with businesses ranging from 4 to 100 employees, Scott offers actionable advice for identifying the "enemy of chaos" that prowls around your business and implementing systems that allow your company to run with or without you. Whether you're drowning in operational details or ready to scale strategically, this episode provides the blueprint you need to play big faster.

What happens when family dynamics intersect with business strategy?   David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp, shares the highs and hurdles of taking the reins in a family business. With roots in his grandfather's Wonderlic Test and his mother's Kolbe Index, David explains how understanding instincts and strengths has shaped his leadership, his family relationships, and the way he keeps fresh ideas flowing.   KEY TOPICS What happens when your boss is also your parent (or you're the parent). The real impact of job titles and why your team might care more than you think. Knowing when to pass the torch as a business founder. How to balance creative freedom with practical strategy in a family business.   CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro: Defeating Bad Decision-Making in Life and Business  05:29 David Kolbe on Growing Up in a Family Business  07:51 Wonderlic Test: Its NFL Legacy and Origins  10:16 From Law to Leadership: Why David Joined Kolbe Corp  12:30 Working with Family: Lessons from the Trenches  14:54 Navigating Family Dynamics in Business Decisions  17:16 When Family Disagreements Rattle the Workplace  19:40 How Kolbe Corp Helps Leaders Leverage Strengths  22:04 When Quick Start Leaders Meet High Follow-Through Teams  24:26 Strategic Vision vs. Tactical Execution in Leadership  26:50 Why Most Businesses Aren't Built for Innovation  29:08 The Key to Selling a Business Worth Buying  31:32 Structuring Teams for Growth Without Chaos  33:52 Letting Go: How Founders Transition Leadership  36:17 When the Visionary Isn't the Business Owner  38:38 Avoiding Cultural Stagnation in Family Businesses  40:53 Building Innovation Departments That Last  43:16 When Tradition Holds a Business Back  45:37 Empowering Quick Start Talent Without Losing Control  47:59 Why Accurate Job Titles Matter for Teams  50:14 The Risk of Over-Titling Employees  52:39 Creating a Fun and Caring Workplace Culture  55:00 What “Mandatory Fun” Teaches About Leadership  57:17 David Kolbe's Decision-Making Tip for Business Owners  59:10 Key Takeaways  1:01:00 Message from the Producer   CONNECT WITH US ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠ Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe on ⁠YouTube Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Shawn's ⁠Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith Sanger's ⁠Instagram⁠: @sangersmith     Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast.   SANGER'S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠   SHAWN'S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠   MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.  LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠   SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER   CONNECT WITH DAVID KOLBE Website: https://www.kolbe.com/  Book “Do More More Naturally: Empowering Effortless Success and the Freedom to Be Yourself”: https://a.co/d/h8he2iG  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kolbecorp  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@poweredbyinstinct  Kolbe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kolbe-corp/  David's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kolbe-b352a99/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KolbeCorp  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KolbeCorp  X: https://x.com/Kolbe_Corp    As CEO of Kolbe Corp, David Kolbe is committed to helping people use their natural instincts to thrive. The Kolbe A™ Index helps people understand their instinctive strengths and how to use them to tackle challenges. David's all about making our instincts work for us, not against us—turning what comes naturally into real-world results that drive success at home and in business. 

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In the fast-paced world of digital project management, the strategic alignment of projects with organizational goals is crucial.Galen Low is joined by Stephanie Best—Managing Director at Greannmhar—to dive deep into how project teams can truly grasp their strategic purpose and avoid the proverbial "game of telephone" that often dilutes project vision from inception to delivery.Resources from this episode:Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Stephanie on LinkedInCheck out Greannmhar

Time—it's the one thing we all wish we had more of, yet too often, our time is consumed by endless meetings and fixing things others should handle. When you're stuck in this cycle, there's no room to think, plan, or focus on the moves that truly grow the business. Leadership isn't about grinding —it's about inspiring progress and driving meaningful change. Today, I'm going to unpack a couple of simple ways you can free up your time for more strategic work. Let's dive in. >> Links mentioned within

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In this episode of AD Insider, chartered accountant and storyteller, Heather Smith, and chartered accountant and partner at The Bean Counters, Tyler Caskey, are back with tech updates for the third quarter of 2024. Smith and Caskey touch on multiple topics in this episode, sharing the latest news about features, functionalities and updates in the accounting technology world. Key highlights from the episode include: The 3 * 3 Strategic Vision shared by Xero's CEO at Xerocon Nashville. AI-rich NetSuite updates from Suite World and Cloud World, Las Vegas. Intuit's Enterprise Suite release and MYOB's new partnership with Silverfin. Testing Australian-based Pinch Payments alongside solutions like Stripe and GoCardless. Funding announcements from Re-Leased and ProjectWorks and acquisitions including Tradify. Smith and Caskey will speak at the upcoming Access All Areas event hosted by ChangeGPS on Wednesday, 27 November in Melbourne.

In this eye-opening episode of CTRL+ALT+DELETE with Lisa Duerre™ LIVE, Lisa Duerre is joined by Michael Diettrich-Chastain, CEO and Executive Coach at ARC Integrated, for a deep dive into resilience and burnout prevention for leaders in the tech industry. With 46% of leaders reporting a lack of resilience to meet the demands of 2024 (Forbes), this discussion couldn't be more timely. Michael brings his extensive expertise in change management and workplace culture to share practical strategies for building resilience, managing stress, and fostering healthy workplace ecosystems. Throughout the episode, Lisa and Michael explore the alarming connection between leadership stress, depression, and lost productivity, which costs U.S. employers $87.8 billion annually. They discuss how leaders can begin to shift their organizational cultures to better support mental health and resilience, while also setting higher standards and reducing tolerance for toxic leadership behaviors. Key takeaways include Michael's three strategies for fostering resilience in tech leadership: Find Incongruencies: Ensure your organization's values align with your employees' lived experiences. Behavior Modeling and Involvement: Leaders must model healthy behaviors and engage meaningfully across all levels of the organization. Set Higher Standards and Reduce Tolerance for Toxicity: Create a culture that prioritizes mental health and productivity without sacrificing employee well-being. The conversation also touches on the small, incremental changes leaders can make to protect their mental and physical health—whether it's carving out time for meditation, hydrating, or simply enforcing stronger boundaries. Michael's Changes Cards and book, Changes: The Busy Professional's Guide to Reducing Stress, Accomplishing Goals, and Mastering Adaptability, also feature prominently, offering practical tools for both personal and professional resilience. Whether you're a leader feeling the pressure or someone navigating the challenges of workplace culture, this episode offers powerful insights into surviving and thriving in the ever-changing tech world. Mentioned in this episode:  Michael Diettrich-Chastain's Changes Cards and book: ARC Integrated Forbes statistic on leadership resilience : https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelwells/2023/12/20/46-of-leaders-lack-an-essential-leadership-skill-for-2024-resilience/ Tune in to be inspired, challenged, and equipped with the tools you need to prevent burnout and build a resilient leadership culture! This episode is  brought to you by RLD Group  Let's Connect: RLD Group's FIRM Leadership Lab: ⁠⁠https://rldgroupllc.com/firm-leadership-lab⁠ RLD Group's LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/rldgroupll⁠c RLD Group on X: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/rldgroupllc⁠ Lisa Duerre on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaduerre/⁠ ⁠Ctrl+Alt+Delete with Lisa Duerre™ on YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkwithlisa⁠

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J.P. Duffy welcomes Luis Martinez, vice president of the ICDR, and Thara Gopalan, director of arbitration and ADR for the Asia-Pacific region, to discuss the organization and its strategic plans for expansion in Asia. Together, they explore the ICDR's role in the global arbitration landscape, the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead in this dynamic region, and the potential impact of these developments on the global arbitration community. ----more---- Transcript: Intro: Hello and welcome to Arbitral Insights, a podcast series brought to you by our international arbitration practice lawyers here at Reed Smith. I'm Peter Rosher, Global Head of Reed Smith's International Arbitration Practice. I hope you enjoy the industry commentary, insights, and anecdotes we share with you in the course of this series, wherever in the world you are. If you have any questions about any of the topics discussed, please do contact our speakers. And with that, let's get started.  J.P.: Welcome back to the next episode of Arbitral Insights, in which we will discuss the ICDR and its Asia initiatives with Luis Martinez and Thara Gopalan, who are both vice presidents of the International Center for Dispute Resolution, or ICDR. I'm J.P. Duffy. I'm an international arbitration partner with Reed Smith, based in New York, that acts as both counsel and arbitrator in international arbitration seated around the world under a variety of governing laws and arbitral rules. I'm qualified in New York, England, and Wales, and the DIFC courts in Dubai where I previously practiced. I also have the good fortune to be listed on the ICDR arbitrator roster and to regularly sit as an arbitrator in ICDR Matters, as well as acting as counsel in arbitration governed by the ICDR rules. We're very fortunate to have with us today a repeat guest, Luis Martinez. Luis is the vice president for the ICDR, which is the international division of the American Arbitration Association. Luis is responsible for their business development covering the East Coast of the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean, the EU, and the UK. He's co-chair of the ABA's International Arbitration Committee and an honorary president of the Inter-American Commercial Arbitration Commission. He's admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey and is a dual citizen of Spain and the United States. And our third guest today is Thara Gopalan. Thara leads the ICDR in Asia and is based in the organization's Asian headquarters in Singapore. Thara brings extensive experience in commercial disputes to the table. Prior to joining the ICDR, she was a commercial disputes attorney, representing clients in international arbitrations and at all levels of the Singapore courts. Her expertise spans a wide range of industries, and she has a proven track record of successfully navigating complex legal issues, including high stakes to bet the company disputes. So as you can see, we have excellent guests today, and Luis and Thara will be able to tell us not just about the ICDR's ongoing initiatives around the world, but in Asia in particular. So we're really looking forward to hearing their insights. Let me just set the table a bit by talking for a moment about the ICDR for those that aren't as familiar with it. The ICDR was established in 1996 and is the international division of the AAA, which was itself founded in 1926. The ICDR provides dispute resolution services to businesses and organizations around the world in cross-border matters and administers all arbitrations filed with the AAA that have an international component. While it's based in New York, the ICDR has offices in Houston, Miami, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Singapore. And it also maintains a separate group called ICDR Canada for Canadian disputes. The ICDR has some of the most modern rules in the world, which it last revised in 2021. And you can learn more about those innovations in a podcast I recorded with Luis in April 2021 that's available on iTunes, PodBean, and the Reed Smith website. Now, to give you a sense of the scope of the ICDR's caseload, it administered 848 new claims in 2023 with an amount in controversy of 5 billion. So as you can see, they're one of the largest and most active arbitral administrators in the world. And we're really fortunate to have Luis and Thara here today to talk about that. Now, let's jump right in on that caseload and those caseload statistics for a minute. Luis, of the 848 new cases filed in 2023, what were the top three industries represented?  Luis: Well, thanks, J.P. And it's a real pleasure to join you again on this podcast series and to be here with my colleague from our Asia Case Management Center. To touch base, our statistics are available on our infographics, which we do put one together each year to give some summaries and highlights of our particular caseload. You can find them on our website at icdr.org. But the top three caseloads came in using international arbitration, the ICDR system in the technology sector, the international construction sector, and international financial services. Those are the top three groupings we saw last year in 2023.  J.P.: Now, Luis, that's interesting to me. I think the third category you mentioned was international financial services. Can you expand on that a bit? Because that's an area that I think is underrepresented in most institutions in the international arbitration space.  Luis: Sure. They cover a range of different subtypes in the financial sector. There could be cases involving the financing of infrastructure projects. There could be cases involving financial documents in M&A agreements or shareholder agreements. It is an interesting cross-section, and it is an area that we are focusing on, not only in the international sector, but also working with our colleagues in the domestic divisions. So I think that with the construction and the technology caseloads are areas of focus for us.  J.P.: That's great to hear. Now, Luis, tell me a bit more, too, about the technology sector and the types of cases you're seeing there.  Luis: Sure. And that has been an expanding caseload for us in the last several years. The largest subtypes of these cases, they include, for example, software system developments. We have cases in related to that with partnership and joint ventures. You could have subcontracting agreements with independent contractors and, of course, licensing disputes. An interesting fact that goes with that is that over two-thirds of these technology cases, they actually settle prior to an award hearing and 28% prior to incurring any arbitrator compensation at all. As you know, we do a great deal at the outset to try to explore any procedural efficiencies. As we covered in the rules, the mediation step is actually obligatory with us unless the parties opt out. We will be amenable, of course, especially if the case falls within the appropriate range, use the expedited rules. So whatever the institution can do to bring the parties together and try to get these things settled at the earliest possible step is something that we try to explore.  J.P.: That's really interesting. And I guess it's unsurprising to me that the technology sector would be so highly represented in the case statistics, because we really are seeing a lot more cross-border technology transactions, both in software, hardware. I mean, I think all the different facets of the technology sector, which is really, really broad. So that's pretty interesting. What are some of the other industries, Luis, that you're seeing cases come from?  Luis: The other top leaders that use our rules are the real estate. We have entertainment cases. We actually are the administrators for the International Film and Television Alliance that also has opted to use our rules. Insurance, energy is very important. We have subgroups, by the way, that we've created joint teams internally, combining international and our commercial colleagues to focus on various sectors. So energy, construction, life sciences, financial services are all areas where we're pooling our resources and studying the market and seeing how best to position our domestic and international services. Energy is very important. And I think, you know, the subtopic of that, of course, obviously the upstream and downstream types of disputes, but certainly the ESG-related claims that we're going to be seeing and we're forecasting that that's going to be on the rise, Cases brought to mandate perhaps climate change-related policy or conduct. Cases brought to seek financial redress for damages associated with climate change, etc. And I think the energy sector is going to see a surge on that and probably some other sectors too because it's not limited only to the energy sector.  J.P.: That's really interesting. And just to circle back on one of the earlier industries you mentioned, it's kind of fascinating to me. I've had the opportunity to sit as an arbitrator and to act as counsel in a few entertainment cases. And that's a sector globally that I think gets overlooked on occasion. People tend to not realize how broad that industry is and how much cross-border activity there is in that industry. So pretty fascinating.  Luis: It also plays a large part in our history. I mean, as you mentioned, the ICDR was started in '96, but going far back as 1927, we had a foreign division. And in the 50s, we also worked with the motion picture industry, which really helped us establish offices throughout the country because they wanted to have local offices in many locations where they have theaters. And that really led to our national infrastructure to provide ADR services in the United States.  J.P.: Interesting. I was not aware of that history, but that makes an awful lot of sense. Now, let's turn to Thara for a minute, just to sort of talk about that caseload as well. Thara, how many of those cases had an Asian component to them?  Thara: So we're seeing about 351 Asian parties use our services in 2023. A lot of these parties come out of China, about 174 Chinese parties. And our second largest user is India at about 32 parties. We've got some uses in Central Asia as well as Southeast Asia and Korea as well. Those tend to really focus on construction as well as energy projects.  J.P.: Interesting. So just my sort of back of the napkin calculation, a little over 40% of the cases have an Asian component to them, if I've understood you correctly.  Thara: Absolutely right. 351 out of 848.  J.P.: That's great. And then of those users, predominantly China first and then India second.  Thara: That's correct. So China from really all over the Chinese market, whether that's Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong parties as well. But we're seeing that across a whole gamut of industries, a lot in technology, but quite a significant number in construction as well.  J.P.: That makes a lot of sense. And I would assume, I may have missed you saying it, but I would assume energy is a relatively significant one there as well.  Thara: That's absolutely right. You'll find that a lot of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean contractors are building some of the energy projects that we're seeing in Southeast Asia. And there's a big sort of energy transition era that's going on in Southeast Asia. So a lot of Chinese parties are involved in that, and we're seeing some of that work come to us.  J.P.: That's great. Now, amongst the Indian parties that you're seeing, what sectors do those cases typically fall into, if any?  Thara: Some of those cases are pure commercial cases, things like contractual disputes, partnership disputes. But we are seeing some technology cases, especially from parties situated in Bangalore. And we've got a small number of construction and infrastructure cases as well.  J.P.: Interesting. I would suspect that you're going to see many more technology cases. And I'm also surprised to hear that there aren't more life sciences cases. But I think that is probably coming as well, because those are two sectors I see an awful lot in the Indian market. Unsurprisingly, given the makeup of the Indian economy.  Thara: Yeah, you're absolutely right. I think pharmaceuticals, life sciences is a really big economic driver for India for some time now. And we probably will expect to see a lot more of cases that come out of those regions. But for the time being, really a lot of the stuff that we are seeing is in that technology and construction space.  J.P.: That makes a lot of sense. That makes a lot of sense. Now, amongst the caseload or the 2023 caseload, how many cases were emergency cases?  Thara: Right. So we've actually had about 160 cases up till the end of 31st December 2023 that are emergency arbitration cases. And quite a lot of these disputes, we had 72, I think, where emergency relief was granted either partially or in full. 24 of those cases, parties settled. 21 cases, the application was withdrawn.  J.P.: Interesting. Well, it's such a high number of cases settling at the outset. I think that's a real testament to how the ICDR does things because I'm not sure that's the case with every institution. So kudos to the ICDR for its administration plans.  Thara: You know, some of the things that are really interesting about the ICDR, and I love sharing this number because it's just astonishing, really. We have 72% of cases settle out of all arbitrations that are filed with us, and over 30% of those settle without any arbitrator compensation. That's based on a study that we commissioned in 2016, and we are in the process of updating that, but we expect those statistics to be roughly similar.  J.P.: Interesting. Now, will those statistics also break out? I know you said about 30% of those cases will settle without any arbitrate or compensation. Will it also break out, for instance, cases that settle before the final hearing or after the preliminary hearing conference? It would be interesting to see. And I don't even know how you would capture that easily, but the various stages of which cases settle.  Thara: Well, I've got to discuss that with my data analytics team. I don't think they're going to be my best friends if I make them do all that work. But certainly 72% before final award is just kind of remarkable. I don't think I've seen comparable statistics anywhere else.  J.P.: Yeah, I certainly haven't heard of any, so that's pretty amazing.  Luis: I will add that technology that we are implementing, incorporating AI, has been the focus for us, especially with the arrival of Bridget McCormack, who's really emphasized the need to update and focus on innovation, on the incorporation of AI. We're really looking at what we can do to simplify the capture and tracking of our data with these new tools. And the team has been increased, including adding some data scientists as well. So we all know that data is king, especially in this field. Obviously, we're bound by confidentiality to a great extent. But where we can pull relevant data from the actual process without revealing the identity of the parties, I think will really be helpful for the marketplace to understand the ICDR caseload and system. So it's an exciting time for us with this focus on AI.  J.P.: Yeah, that's really great to hear because it's such an interesting dichotomy that confidentiality is so important and such a valuable aspect of the process, but it does hinder some of the ability to get transparency and understanding from the outside. So finding a happy medium there with tools like AI is really important. Let's transition a bit to talk somewhat more about the ICDR's Asia plans. Thara, you've obviously been on the ground in Singapore for quite a while. Why don't you tell us a little bit and tell the audience a little bit more about the ICDR's presence in Asia?  Thara: Thanks, JP. So we've actually been in Asia since February 2006, where we were invited to come into Singapore to help them with their plans to grow Singapore as a hub for arbitration. We officially started an Asia case management center in 2019, and that's staffed with full-time case managers who handle a substantial portion of our Asian caseload. Apart from our sort of formal setup, what we've been doing in the last couple of months is really establishing inroads into the markets directly across Asia. We've refreshed something called the ICDR Asia Advisory Council, And that's chaired by a leading arbitration practitioner, former president of the CIArb, Francis Xavier Senior Counsel. And we've also set up national committees in Singapore and the greater China region. We will shortly be setting up a committee in India. And we're really excited about that because the whole gamut of AAA-ICDR is actually going to descend on India to launch that in a couple of weeks.  J.P.: That's great to hear. That's great to hear. Well, Francis Xavier is certainly an excellent person to help with that effort. And it's really wonderful to hear about the India Initiative, because that is such an important market. It's one I've practiced in or dealt with, I should say, more accurately for well over 20 years. And it's just such a rich market that really has so much possibility. So really wonderful to hear. Now, in addition to India and China, what are some of the other markets that the ICDR is focusing on?  Thara: Well, we're really looking at sectors, I want to say. So technology and construction are the focus, and we're sort of looking at geographic markets based on those sectors. So for the time being, apart from China and India, there's actually a lot that's going on in Southeast Asia at the moment. Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam all have a ton of infrastructure projects that are up incoming and plans for the construction of significant infrastructure in the next five to 10 years. And a lot of that is being built by Chinese contractors, Japanese contractors, and Korean contractors, in addition to the very large domestic players in each of these markets. So that's really where a lot of our attention is going to be focused on for the next couple of years.  J.P.: Wow, that's really impressive. That's really impressive. Now, what are some of the other initiatives that the ICDR has to strengthen its ties in Asia?  Thara: What we're really focusing on now is trying to spotlight thought leadership that's coming out of Asia. We've got a ton of really clever lawyers all over Asia, and we're trying to give them better opportunities to have a greater voice, rather, on the global stage. So that's something that our national committees are working really hard to do. In Singapore, that's led by Theo Shen Yi Senior Counsel, and in Greater China, that's led by Dr. Zhang Lixia. So there's a bit of a focus on trying to ensure that there's pathways for younger practitioners who are up and coming in the market, that we tap on the expertise of our extremely qualified and senior international panel of arbitrators, but also that we spotlight or we shine the spotlight rather on groups that may not necessarily have as much access to high-powered arbitration careers. So in some jurisdictions, that might be minority racial groups, and in other jurisdictions, that might be gender-diverse groups like women in arbitration, for example. So those are some things that we're really trying to do to ensure we make a positive difference in the market, but also that we're spotlighting local practitioners as we engage in our efforts in those markets.  J.P.: That's excellent to hear. Now, let me drill down on that a bit because some jurisdictions are obviously very well known in Asia for being thought leaders. And the one in which you sit is an obvious one to me. India is certainly an obvious one, and you see a great deal of thought leadership coming out of China as well. But what are some of the specific ways that you're trying to increase visibility for practitioners in those jurisdictions? Is it through increased speaking opportunities, increased publication opportunities. How are you going about that?  Thara: So you've hit the sort of nail right on the head. Speaking opportunities and publications are the main focus of these committees. We will be bringing really substantive programs that involve genuine thought leadership, not purely sort of anecdotal recollections through to major cities across China as well as India. In China, that's Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong. In India, for a start, that's going to be Bombay, Chennai, Bangalore, and Delhi. And of course, in Singapore, we're fairly small in Singapore. So that's really going to be all over Singapore that we're trying to do these programs. But apart from programs, we do have publications that have always been run by the AAA-ICDR, and we're looking to increase Asian content on those publications. Be that the AAA-ICDR blog for sort of short-form contributions up to about 2,500 words, or the AAA-ICDR dispute resolution journal, which is for slightly longer-form content.  J.P.: Excellent to hear. Excellent to hear. And let me put a very quick plug in for the dispute for the DRJ, which is the journal. I published articles in there. I always encourage our associates at Reed Smith to do so. It's a really excellent publication. It's really wide reaching. And it's a huge, huge benefit to you personally to put something in there in the audience. So definitely submit articles. It's a really top-notch publication and a wonderful way to increase your exposure yourself. So excellent to hear that you're going about that. Now, I'm sure we could talk all day. And what I'm going to do is rather than continue to do that, I'm going to reserve my right to call you guys back. But let me move on before I do that to some of the ICDR's other plans. I don't want to lose sight of those before we conclude this podcast today. So one of the things that's really amazing is the AAA has been very active recently. Luis, you mentioned Bridget McCormack taking over as president about a year and a half ago. You talked about some of the IA initiatives. There's been the recent ODR.com acquisition. With all that and the fact that the AAA is coming up on its centennial anniversary in 2026, which is an incredible achievement, there's a natural opportunity there for the organization to reflect upon its future objectives. What would you like to see the ICDR accomplish in the next five years?  Luis: Well, I really like the direction we're going in with exploring our traditional caseloads. Of course, we always start from the position that we want to make sure our services, the administration of arbitrations and mediations are at the top level that they can be. And we've looked at that and how to improve those mechanisms and the related technology in our administrative platforms. But I think there's so many new opportunities for us. You were discussing some particular caseloads. Certainly, you're aware of all our initiatives in the life sciences sector. We have an advisory committee that focuses on that particular market. We're looking at enhanced arbitrator selections and lists that have high levels of experience for those particular types of disputes. Other markets that I think are important is we're seeing a surge in cases that we administer involving sovereigns, states, state-related entities, for example, in Latin America, in construction and infrastructure projects, where the participating sovereigns actually design the arbitral provision they're going to offer perhaps a potential for an investor. And we've been selected to administer a number of caseloads following that type of mechanism and example. The ODR acquisition, which is relatively new, presents us with a number of opportunities. The ODR platform is incredibly sophisticated. It has some incredible features to be able to customize really on a dime for the needs of a particular sector or a caseload. It has language capabilities. And we're looking now as a team, all of us to explore in our assigned regions, what potential opportunities there are to handle caseloads that we would be hard pressed to bring in because we didn't have a tool such as odr.com. So I think that opens the door for us to explore some emerging markets. So looking at technology, looking at emerging markets, looking at cases with sovereigns and the focus on the sectors are all very promising directions for us. And I should really mention, by the way, that the AAA itself has invested considerably and expanded the ICDR team. We now have three new people working in just the business development side. And I think that expansion will allow us to explore opportunities that there were just not enough hours in the day before to do.  J.P.: Wow, that's a very ambitious program. And that's wonderful to see. Not surprising given the trajectory that the AAA ICDR is on, but wonderful to hear. Now Thara, where would you like to see the ICDR in Asia in the next five years?  Thara: You know, I think apart from innovations in procedure and technology, where I think we've really been leading the charge, what I do want to see is us focusing on a lot more appropriate dispute resolution, as opposed to purely alternative dispute resolution. The AAA ICDR really does have the full suite of dispute resolution services, everything from neutral evaluation, mediation, arbitration, as well as disputes, avoidance boards for construction. So we want to see parties have the information and have the resolve to be able to use the most appropriate mechanism for resolving their disputes across all disputes that they come across.  J.P.: Excellent. That is truly, truly, again, a very ambitious and sage outlook. And I'm quite certain you're going to accomplish it with the efforts that you're putting behind it. Well, one thing I just wanted to circle back on quickly is Luis mentioned ODR.com. We are going to have an episode released in the near future where I speak with Jeff Zaino, who's the vice president of the commercial division for the AAA. And he discusses the ODR acquisition a bit more as well. I definitely recommend that to listeners because it's a truly innovative move by the AAA and a really, really good reflection on how forward-thinking the AAA ICDR is. Well, we've got a pretty good idea of what the ICDR has been doing around the globe and in Asia in particular, and we've got a very good sense of where the ICDR would like to see itself in the next five years. So I would definitely like to reserve my right to bring you both back to hear how that's gone because I'm quite certain with all the forward-thinking and all the effort behind it that the ICDR will be highly successful in all its initiatives. But with that, that will then conclude our update on the ICDR and its Asia initiatives. I want to thank our guests, Luis Martinez and Thara Gopalan from the ICDR for their invaluable insights. And I want to thank you, the listeners, for tuning in. You should feel free to reach out to Luis or Thara with any questions you might have, as I'm sure they'd be happy to speak with you directly. You should also feel free to reach out to Reed Smith about today's podcast with any questions you might have. And we look forward to having you tune in to future episodes in the series. So thank you, Luis. Thank you, Thara. And we do hope to have you back soon.  Luis: Thank you.  Thara: Thanks so much for having us, J.P.  Outro: Arbitral Insights is a Reed Smith production. Our producers are Ali McCardell and Shannon Ryan. For more information about Reed Smith's global international arbitration practice, email arbitralinsights@reedsmith.com. To learn about the Reed Smith Arbitration Pricing Calculator, a first-of-its-kind mobile app that forecasts the cost of arbitration around the world, search Arbitration Pricing Calculator on reedsmith.com or download for free through the Apple and Google Play app stores. You can find our podcast on podcast streaming platforms, reedsmith.com, and our social media accounts at Reed Smith LLP.  Disclaimer: This podcast is provided for educational purposes. It does not constitute legal advice and is not intended to establish an attorney-client relationship, nor is it intended to suggest or establish standards of care applicable to particular lawyers in any given situation. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Any views, opinions, or comments made by any external guest speaker are not to be attributed to Reed Smith LLP or its individual lawyers.  All rights reserved.  Transcript is auto-generated.

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