Podcasts about Unilever

This week we're joined by Nate Moran, Senior Director of Growth, Digital Strategy & Analytics at Edgewell Personal Care—the company behind brands like Schick, Banana Boat, Wet Ones, and more. With a career spanning Red Bull, Newell, Unilever, and now Edgewell, Nate brings a sharp perspective on what it takes to turn data into decisions and insights into impact.In this conversation, Nate and host Dave Feinleib explore the evolving relationship between analytics, creative, performance marketing, and AI. They dig into how Nate and his team think about data strategy, omnichannel planning, and the question on every marketer's mind: where should we spend the next dollar?If you're navigating retail media, e-commerce, or digital growth today, this episode offers a smart, candid look at the challenges—and opportunities—of scaling modern brand performance.Key Takeaways & Episode HighlightsWhy profitability, performance, and category management need to work together in an omnichannel world—and how Edgewell ties these functions across the business.What “the next best dollar” means at Edgewell, and how the team balances incrementality, ROAS, and long-term brand health.Lessons from managing 30,000+ SKUs at Amazon (before APIs made it easy) and how those scrappy skills still apply today.The role of a clear, focused data strategy—and why owning your data is critical for AI readiness and true self-serve analytics.How AI and generative tools like ChatGPT and Snowflake are reshaping workflows, and why agentic AI might be the real unlock for the future.Why creative still matters: performance spend alone won't build trust or brand love—and how to balance emotional storytelling with analytics-driven media.Rapid Rundown QuestionsFavorite Edgewell product: Jack Black Dual Defense SPF MoisturizerBrand that's nailing it creatively: Liquid DeathGo-to tech tools: ChatGPT and SnowflakeFavorite read/listen: The Long and the Short of It by Les Binet and Peter FieldFavorite way to recharge: Mountain biking and snowboarding in Bend, OregonConnect with Nate: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanmoran/Get the It'sRapid Creative Automation Playbook: https://itsrapid.ai/creative-workflow-automation-playbook/Take It'sRapid's Creative Workflow Automation with AI survey: https://www.proprofs.com/survey/t/?title=ffgvdEmail us at sales@rapidads.io with code “BEYOND2025” to find out how you can save more than $1,000 on our Digital Sell Sheets and Retail Media Automation solutionsTheme music: "Happy" by Mixaud - https://mixaund.bandcamp.comProducer: Jake Musiker

Laney Crowell is the founder & CEO of Saie, a clean beauty brand dedicated to making high-performing products that are elevated, effortless, and always easy to use.Laney's path to entrepreneurship was anything but traditional. The daughter of a diplomat, Laney spent her childhood bouncing between continents, learning to adapt before she even knew the word for it. She began her career in entertainment, pivoted into editorial at ELLE and Lucky, and eventually found herself leading digital strategy at Estée Lauder – just as social media was transforming the beauty industry. But even with a dream job and a coveted title, something felt off.While pregnant with her first daughter, Laney stepped away from corporate life to start a wellness blog called The Moment. She didn't have a master plan – just a desire to create space for more real & honest conversations around beauty and wellbeing. That blog would spark an incredible community and eventually give birth to Saie, the clean beauty brand that's now backed by Gwyneth Paltrow and Unilever Ventures, and leading a new wave of what beauty can look and feel like.In today's episode, Laney opens up about the real journey behind the brand: how she built Saie without industry connections or startup experience, the moments she almost gave up, and why learning to trust her gut was the best business strategy she never planned. We talk about persistence, resilience, the unglamorous side of fundraising, and the unexpected ways motherhood reshaped her leadership—and her mission. If you've ever felt like the outsider in the room, or you're dreaming of building something meaningful on your own terms, this episode is for you.In this episode, we'll talk to Laney about:* What “perfectionism” looks like for Laney. [02:26]* How Laney's childhood shaped her comfort with discomfort. [04:37]* Struggling to fit into corporate culture. [06:40]* Breaking into the editorial world. [08:37]* Working at Estée Lauder and finding expanders. [11:11]* Launching her blog and building community. [13:19]* The inspiration behind founding Saie. [14:28]* How past work experience prepared her for Saie. [17:09]* Laney's first experience with motherhood. [18:13]* Early days of creating Saie. [19:09]* Biggest lessons from fundraising. [20:40]* Secured key investors including Unilever and Gwyneth Paltrow. [25:00]* Developing Saie's first product. [28:00]* How building Saie changed Laney as a person. [31:07]* How motherhood made her a stronger businesswoman. [35:40]* Awareness as a key driver of Saie's growth. [39:30]* The power of trusting her team to lead and grow. [43:09]This episode is brought to you by beeya: * Learn more about beeya's seed cycling bundle at https://beeyawellness.com/free to find out how to tackle hormonal imbalances. * Get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10Follow Yasmin: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Stay updated & subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.behindherempire.com/Follow Laney: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laney/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saiebeauty/* Website: https://saiehello.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"There is  more  and more money  going into podcasting advertising every year. Billions and billions now worldwide. So where is it?"Let's be honest—everywhere you turn, you're being told podcasting is a goldmine. Billions of dollars in ad revenue! Massive growth! Side hustle magic! But where is that money really going? Because it's not landing in your inbox—or mine.In this episode of Smarter Podcasting, I'm joined by the brilliant Charlotte Lewis-West, a podcast strategist with a background in broadcast journalism and over a decade working with brands like GSK, Microsoft and Unilever. She's also one of my favourite people to work with at Seven Million Bikes Podcasts.Together, we dig into the real value of podcasting—and why making money through ads and sponsorships isn't the only (or smartest) goal. Charlotte and I get honest about what we've seen in the industry: the hype, the empty promises, and the reality for both indie creators and big-name brands.Here's what we cover:Why most podcast ad money goes to massive networks and the same three sponsors (hello, BetterHelp)Why I've hit over 100,000 downloads and never once had a sponsor approach meWhy brands keep making the same mistakes when launching a show—and how to avoid themThe real return on investment: brand awareness, authority, networking, and trustWhy engagement rate matters more than total downloadsHow to use your podcast to build relationships, not just numbersHow you should actually handle sponsors if they do come knocking (and how not to sell out your voice)We also get into some hard truths about what makes a podcast successful. Spoiler: it's not going viral or chasing trends. It's consistency, knowing your audience, and delivering actual value—week after week.This isn't about crushing dreams. It's about saving you from wasting time, money, and energy on the wrong things—and helping you build a podcast that works for you and your business.Timestamps02:02 – Why I started Smarter Podcasting and what we've achieved03:46 – Charlotte breaks down where the podcast ad money really goes07:00 – Why most shows (even good ones) don't get sponsors09:52 – How many downloads I've had—and why that's not the whole story13:00 – The real reasons to start a podcast (hint: not for ad money)17:30 – The biggest mistakes brands make with podcasts20:10 – “Build it and they will come” is a lie22:32 – The indie podcaster dilemma: doing too much at once24:58 – Monetization beyond sponsorship: smarter ways to get ROI28:10 – What to look for in a sponsor—and how to avoid sounding fake30:45 – Why authentic ads win and scripts usually suckSend us a textThe Podcast Launch LabThe Podcast Makeover Sign up for Descript now! Need a stunning new logo for your brand? Or maybe a short animation?Whatever you need, you can find it on Fiverr.I've been using Fiverr for years for everything from ordering YouTube thumbnails, translation services, keyword research, writing SEO articles to Canva designs and more!

Is your organisation struggling to scale AI beyond isolated experiments? In this episode, Rob Llewellyn unpacks what enterprise AI really means—and why it's not just about technology, but transformation. Discover the leadership mindset, scalable infrastructure, and cross-functional collaboration needed to drive AI at scale. Learn how cultural change plays a pivotal role in adoption and hear insights from real-world examples like Unilever. If you're a business leader, manager, or consultant navigating AI transformation, this episode offers the strategic clarity you need. 

Next in Media spoke with Conor McKenna, partner at Luma Partners, about what's held ad tech back from exploiting the creator economy, and why creators themselves - along with a new competitive dynamic among the tech platforms - may lead the industry in a whole new direction.

Today's guest is Oleg Savin, Enterprise Architect and MES Expert at Unilever. Oleg is a frequent guest speaker at manufacturing conferences worldwide, including this year's Smart Manufacturing Excellence Summit in Munich. He returns to the program today to discuss use cases in why neurobiological and cybernetic AI capabilities for manufacturers and why it's imperative for industrial leaders to understand the difference. Want to share your AI adoption story with executive peers? Click emerj.com/expert2 for more information and to be a potential future guest on the ‘AI in Business' podcast! If you've enjoyed or benefited from some of the insights of this episode, consider leaving us a five-star review on Apple Podcasts, and let us know what you learned, found helpful, or liked most about this show!

Secret Thoughts of CEOS Ep. 134 Navigating Change: Insights for Family Business Leaders with Dr. Barrett C. Brown   In this powerful episode, Chris Yonker is joined by global executive advisor and developmental strategist, Dr. Barrett Brown, for a profound and eye-opening conversation about what it really takes to lead in today's ever-accelerating world. With experience working across six continents and coaching C-suite executives through high-stakes transformation, Dr. Brown brings hard-earned wisdom about the inner capacities required for high-impact, conscious leadership. Together, Chris and Barrett explore:   Timestamps   ·       08:21 Navigating Complex Leadership Challenges ·       20:58 Decision Making in Complex Environments ·       39:50 Balancing Work and Life in Family Businesses ·       46:42 Navigating Succession with Competing Visions ·       49:46 The Empowerment Dynamic and Low Drama Culture ·       52:34 Masculine Compassion in the Workplace ·       54:07 Coaching and Developing the Younger Generation   Quotes ·       "Life is like a grindstone—it either grinds you into dust or polishes you into a diamond."[13:45] ·       "The world is never going to be a psychologically safe environment where we can just fully show up without any threat… The superpower is to be deeply at peace in the midst of intensity.” [24:12] ·       "Every time I get triggered or frustrated or irritated or judgmental—that is 100% my own inner game. That's where I have the greatest power."[1:16:35]    Websites: fambizforum.com. www.chrisyonker.com.    Resources & Links: Dr. Barrett Brown's Work: https://apheno.com Recommended Reading: The Future of Leadership for Conscious Capitalism by Barrett Brown  Dr. Barrett C. Brown Bio   Dr. Barrett C. Brown is a global expert on how to develop leaders to successfully navigate complex challenges and rapid change. Barrett works across six continents with C-suite executives and teams from Fortune 500 companies and international non-profits. He has lived in The Netherlands, Brazil and throughout the US, and has worked and traveled in nearly 40 countries.   Barrett is a regular advisor and senior faculty for a global tech company as well as the largest environmental NGO in the world. With them, he focuses on how leaders can better manage complexity and drive transformational change. He also serves as the executive coach for a select group of senior leaders. He has delivered dozens of keynotes and leadership programs for 5000+ CEOs, organizational leaders, and government officials. He has co-designed and delivered executive development, team development and/or strategic alignment programs for some of the largest technology, engineering, healthcare, sportswear, and consumer goods companies in the world - as well as for major environmental and social NGOs. Barrett holds a PhD in Human and Organizational Systems and also has over a decade experience advising on and leading strategic visioning, execution, and change initiatives for US, Dutch, British, and Brazilian companies and institutions.   Barrett's award-winning research on the future of leadership has been used in executive education programs worldwide, including the Yale MBA. He produced an award-winning business case study on a large-scale market transformation program he helped lead - in partnership with Unilever and Rainforest Alliance - that is used in business schools globally. Barrett's writings on leadership and sustainability have been translated into 6 languages, have been used in the United Nations system, and have been included in half a dozen mainstream leadership books.   Barrett served on the selection committee of the Katerva Awards - considered the Nobel Prize for sustainability - and has held consultancy status to the United Nations. He has delivered leadership briefings and presentations at global tech companies, the Conscious Capitalism CEO Summit, the Society for Organizational Learning European Summit, Esalen Institute, the National Bioneers Conference, the United Nations World Summit on Sustainable Development, the US Department of State, the Inter-American Development Bank and UNDP headquarters. Originally from the Green Mountains of Vermont, Barrett lives near a 300,000 year old volcanic crater in Hawaii.

In this exclusive episode of The Voice of Retail podcast, host Michael LeBlanc interviews Karl Haller, Partner at IBM Consulting and leader of their retail and consumer products center of competency, ahead of his highly anticipated keynote presentation at Retail Council of Canada's STORE2025 conference on June 3rd.With nearly 30 years of retail experience at brands including Brooks Brothers, Tommy Hilfiger, and Karl Lagerfeld, Haller brings unique insights at the intersection of retail business and technology to one of Canada's premier retail events.Haller, who will take the main stage following fellow keynote speaker Ira Kalish, positions AI as "the biggest transformation that any of us have seen in our careers," comparing its significance to the advent of computing in the 1970s. While acknowledging the hype surrounding AI, he maintains that we're in the early stages of a fundamental shift in how retail operates—a message he'll expand upon at the STORE2025 conference.When discussing strategy during uncertain times, Haller advises retailers to focus on action rather than extensive planning: "If you've got a million dollars to spend, spend a million dollars on 100 MVPs. Don't spend a million dollars on an AI strategy project because it's going to be out of date by the time you've done it." He recommends scenario planning with clear indicators that can guide decision-making in unpredictable environments.Looking at retail formats, Haller notes that success isn't determined by format alone but by how retailers innovate within their sector. He highlights Walmart's nimble approach to technology implementation, PepsiCo's management of their extensive logistics network, and innovative approaches from companies like Unilever and Kroger.The conversation culminates with Haller identifying four under-appreciated retail technology trends:Expanding AI beyond words, pictures, and code to work with numerical data like SKU forecasting, potentially reducing forecast error rates to low single digitsIntegrating AI with other technologies like computer vision, IoT devices, robotics, biometrics, electronic shelf labels, and retail mediaDeveloping an "operating system for AI" to manage the projected billion new applications by 2028Most critically, bringing people along on the technology journey through comprehensive training and continuous learningAttendees of STORE2025 can expect Haller to dive deeper into these insights during his keynote presentation, providing retail leaders with actionable strategies for navigating technological transformation while balancing innovation with practical implementatio Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fifth year in a row, the National Retail Federation has designated Michael as on their Top Retail Voices for 2025, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

This week on The Business of Wellness, I'm joined by Stevi Gable Carr, Founder & CEO of WISe Wellness Guild, to talk all things CPG wellness branding — what works, what doesn't, and what it actually takes to create real impact in this space.Stevi shares how WISe has become a trusted partner to brands like Kroger and P&G, helping them go beyond the buzzwords to build community, credibility, and meaningful engagement through wellness. From brand strategy and consumer insights to storytelling that resonates (and doesn't just ride a trend), this conversation is packed with insights for anyone building—or rethinking—a wellness brand in 2025.We also talk about WellNXT, the national movement Stevi co-founded to bring wellness back to real life through in-person events and connection-first activations.If you work in brand marketing, consumer goods, wellness, or media—or you're just trying to cut through the noise—this one's for you.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction to Wellness and Personal Journey02:47 The Intersection of Brand and Product05:50 Fear-Driven Marketing and Consumerism09:04 The Fundamentals of Wellness12:03 The Audacity to Live by Your Design15:06 Navigating Leadership and Expectations17:53 The Importance of Prioritization21:00 The Three Rs of Resilience23:51 Relighting Your Spark27:04 Current Trends in the Wellness Landscape36:18 The Seed Oil Debate and Market Responses37:13 Brand Strategies: Unilever vs. PepsiCo40:13 Building Trust in Wellness Brands41:49 Retailers and Consumer Accountability44:21 The Role of Community in Wellness47:12 Tailoring Wellness to Community Needs51:30 Generational Differences in Wellness Needs56:09 The Intersection of Wellness and Arts01:02:20 Starting a Wellness Brand: Key ConsiderationsKeywords:wellness, branding, marketing, resilience, leadership, consumerism, self-care, health, personal development, strategy, seed oils, wellness brands, Unilever, PepsiCo, consumer trust, community wellness, generational wellness, arts and wellness, wellness brand strategy, optimization in wellnessGrab a...

Opsporing verzocht. Apple wordt aangevallen door iemand uit eigen land. Hij draagt vaak een rood petje, gebruikt een bronzer en heeft een lange stropdas. Je hoort het goed: president Trump heeft de aanval geopend op Apple.Hij is helemaal klaar met Tim Cook, laat 'ie weten. Die is productie van China naar India aan het verplaatsen. iPhones moeten voortaan in India gemaakt worden, om zo Trumps heffingen te ontlopen. Tot woede van Trump, die wil juist dat de telefoons in Amerika worden gemaakt.Apple zit door de ruzie in een onmogelijke positie. Of het blijft in China en betaalt zich scheel aan heffingen. Of Apple gaat voor India, maar dan heeft het ruzie met Trump. Gaat het naar de VS, dan heeft Apple ruzie met klanten. Want die moeten dan honderden dollars meer betalen... Deze aflevering proberen we Cook (en jou als Apple-belegger) op weg te helpen met dat vraagstuk. Praten we ook over Netflix. Dat heeft juist een luxeprobleem. Het gaat ten onder aan zijn eigen succes!Ook hebben we het over het vertrek van Hein Schumacher bij Unilever. Die ging (totaal onverwachts) ineens via de achterdeur weg. We weten nu de reden.Verder hebben we het over de cijfers van Alibaba, die belangrijker zijn dan ooit. Die van Walmart, belangrijker dan ooit. En we vertellen je welke autobouwer het gigantisch goed doet. Je hoort het goed: een autobouwer, die het in deze tijd goed doet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

De houdbaarheidsdatum van bazen in het bedrijfsleven lijkt steeds korter te worden. De Telegraaf meldde dat in 2024 ruim 200 ceo's zijn vertrokken. Dat is 10 procent meer dan een jaar eerder. Recent vertrokken bijvoorbeeld de leiders van Ahold, Unilever en PostNL. Wat is er aan de hand in de top van bedrijven? In deze aflevering ook aandacht voor nieuw onderzoek naar effectief leiderschap. De resultaten zijn verrassend. Luister en hoor ook waarom altijd zo schimmig wordt gedaan over het vertrek van topbestuurders.

Dreaming of writing a book but have no idea where to start? You're not alone. In this eye-opening conversation with book coach Allison Lane, we dive deep into the realities of publishing that most aspiring authors never learn until it's too late.Allison, whose impressive career spans from dressing as a burrito for PR stunts to leading communications for brands like Pepsi, Unilever, and Burt's Bees, shatters common misconceptions about the publishing journey. Her most surprising revelation? "Don't write your whole book! Nobody wants to read your manuscript." What publishers actually want is a business plan for your book, proving you understand its market potential and your role in making it successful.With trademark candor and humor, Allison explains how the publishing world really works. Traditional publishers require agents and pay advances (which she advises keeping modest), hybrid publishers offer more partnership opportunities, and self-publishing gives complete control at the cost of handling everything yourself. But regardless of path, one truth remains: you must be ready to market yourself and your book.The conversation takes a fascinating turn when Allison discusses personal branding. Contrary to popular belief, your book doesn't create your personal brand, your established expertise should come first. "You cannot emerge from a hole in the ground with a book," she warns. Instead, she advises building visibility in your field through speaking, media contributions, and online presence before approaching publishers.Whether you're a corporate professional looking to expand your influence, an entrepreneur wanting to showcase your expertise, or simply someone with valuable knowledge to share, this episode provides the insider perspective needed to approach publishing strategically and successfully. Allison's practical advice on everything from book proposals to AI tools for content creation will save you years of frustration and dramatically increase your chances of publishing success.Enjoy the show.  Please leave us a review.ResourcesLaneLit.com Allison's LinkedIn Profile Learn more about AnitaB.org Support the showWhen you subscribe to the podcast, you are supporting our work's mission, allowing us to continue highlighting successful women in a variety of careers to inspire others helping pay our wonderful editor, Chris, and helping me in paying our hosting expenses.

In this enlightening episode of Numbers and Narratives, hosts Sean and Ibby sit down with Lisa Stroud, founder of True Beauty Lashes, to explore the fascinating journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship in the beauty industry. Lisa shares her experience transitioning from working with major brands like Unilever to launching her own eyelash and beauty products company. The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities of selling on Amazon, including the intricacies of product listings, dealing with competitor attacks through fake reviews, and navigating Amazon's strict guidelines. Lisa provides valuable insights into leveraging Amazon as a testing ground for new products and using it to gather immediate customer feedback. The discussion also touches on the importance of understanding your target audience, crafting the right marketing message, and adapting to different retail environments. Lisa's unique perspective, having worked both with large corporations and as a startup founder, offers listeners a wealth of knowledge applicable to various business scales. Tune in to gain insider knowledge on building a brand, tackling e-commerce challenges, and harnessing the power of customer experience in today's competitive market.

While carrying the “ethos” of a Marketing Technologist to many enterprises, He's always possessed a firm understanding of how technology has continued to transform the discipline of Marketing while disrupting today's conventional consumer engagement models. Over that past 20+ years his communications experience ranges from African American, Hispanic, LGBT, Asian American, Arab American, Indian, Boomers, Millennials, Urban, GM to International.He's been an audience "segmentation specialist" for clients looking to enhance their brand positioning by rethinking and redefining their Go-To-Market approach. Some of them include the likes of Lexus, NYPD, Medline, State Fair, Spalding, HBO, MCD, LA Sparks, Game Show Network, Verizon Wireless, Clear brand under Unilever, Ford Division, Lincoln Mercury, Burger King, Colgate, HSBC, Time Warner Cable, Home Depot, AstraZeneca, US Marines, Pfizer, Novartis, Merck, and Hyatt Resorts.His vantage point is oriented around enhancing a clients' Brand building efforts through ROI driven programs that leverage unique consumer insights and deliver relevant customer experience. I've always thought outside the traditional framework to solving business problems because the only thing constant is EVOLUTION. He has also done guest speaking for Meltwater Social, MediaPost, Digiday, ThinkLA, CYNOPSIS, Adweek, and The VAB inclusive of live and virtual events.  In the past, he's participated in guest speaker series for NYU, Baruch, University of Maryland, University of Nevada, and Georgetown.  Tune into the  HYPERLINK "https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/IvUyCwp2q2H2LpTVv9A2?domain=open.spotify.com" The Transient Identiti, podcast which chronicles the Voice of the Consumer.Other than Strategic Intuition and the Human Truths in Marketing, "gratitude" is one thing he value deeply in business. Meaning, being grateful for how open-minded he's been to constantly challenge and even disrupt my own thinking!

In turbulent times marked by economic volatility, environmental breakdowns, and widespread distrust, what we're experiencing may feel unprecedented—but we've been here before. And as Paul Polman reminds us in his milestone conversation with Carol Cone, we are not without a compass. Paul, the former CEO of Unilever, is one of today's most respected voices in sustainable leadership. He joined the 200th episode of Purpose 360 not to sugarcoat the challenges, but to ground us in enduring truths.Paul's insights are rooted both in strategy and humanity. He speaks of sustainability as the “heart of business,” where values like dignity, compassion, and the Golden Rule are guiding principles. He urges leaders to develop their own “inner core” to build resilient businesses but also resilient selves—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. And he reminds us that real leadership today means moving from “human doings” back to human beings. Business, he says, must be structured to serve—anchored in long-term purpose and in solidarity with both people and planet.At its core, Paul's message to leaders and companies is both visionary and deeply grounded. He challenges companies to stop whispering behind closed doors and instead step forward together with clarity, courage, and moral conviction. The future, he believes, belongs to those who act with heart. And in a world that often feels fractured, Paul's voice is a steady reminder that it's our shared humanity—and our willingness to serve others—that will lead us through.Listen for key insights on why:“Soft” values are the most strategic and essentialBusiness must serve humanity (not the other way around)Successful leadership starts from withinSilence to political changes is not a neutral position Resources + Links:Paul Polman's LinkedInPaul Polman's WebsiteNet PositiveIMAGINEPaul's Reflection on the Passing of Pope Francis (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - Episode 200 with Paul Polman (02:40) - About Paul (05:03) - Personal Purpose (07:20) - POV on What's Happening Today (10:15) - Optimistic Outlook (12:41) - Being Authentic to Values (14:19) - Pope Francis (17:15) - Leaders (21:21) - What to Do When Attacked on DEI or ESG (24:28) - Moving the Boundaries (27:23) - Role of Employees (28:36) - Conscious Quitting Results (30:04) - Role of Humanity (32:29) - Last Thoughts (34:46) - Wrap Up

Platforms change, trends come and go. Brand fundamentals must remain. That's the opinion of this week's guest, Kathryn Swallow - worldwide head of Unilever's deodorants category, previously the global VP for Rexona (Sure) and Dove. Among all of Unilever's brands, the deodorant category stands out thanks to the global success of those brands as well as Lynx (Axe), and their success is owed in part, Kathryn says, to a deep understanding and respect for a brand's positioning, purpose and and proposition.   In this, we ask how brands can stay true to their core - and communicate that - among fast-moving tech, endless data, modernising audiences and, of course, social media. And we find out how Unilever's deodorant brands approach the above to ensure they don't just stay relevant, but are revered.   Got a question or a suggestion for the SocialMinds podcast? Get in touch at socialminds@socialchain.com  

In this episode of The Spoon Podcast, host Michael Wolf sits down with Carl-Emil Grøn, CEO and co-founder of Reshape Biotech, a Copenhagen-based company transforming the world of biotech research. While much of the tech industry has embraced automation and AI, Carl-Emil realized that biotech labs were still operating like it was the 1990s. Reshape is changing that by bringing robotics, machine learning, and a vast proprietary dataset to the lab bench—helping major companies like Unilever and Nestlé run millions of experiments and drastically accelerate the development of safe, natural ingredients. This conversation explores how AI is being used to reengineer food, personal care, and health products—and what it means for the future of the global food system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Microsoft shuts down Skype, Sean Farrington reflects on the internet calling service. And we hear all about Saudi Arabia's involvement in boxing. Plus, following Warren Buffett's announcement that he'll retire as chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway, Wake Up To Money gets the thoughts of former Unilever boss Paul Polman.

Elizabeth Mokwena is the first guest who is in charge of the marketing function of a FMCG/CPG business that is the scale of a major multinational like Unliver to be featured on The CMO Corner. Elizabeth Mokwena is the Executive Marketing Director at Unilever for the Home Care division in Southern Africa. She is also the Chairperson for the IAB Bookmark awards - the foremost leading digital marketing awards. She described her work as ‘giving global brands an African passport, while giving African brands global exposure' and has a passion for nurturing the next generation of African brand builders.‘I believe in the power of creativity to change the world,' said Mokwena. ‘Digital innovation compounds the possibilities of doing this faster, more cost-effectively and with scale. I think 2025 is a redemptive year for our industry and I am honoured to assist the IAB South Africa and the Bookmarks in identifying and celebrating digital work that has had a measurable impact. I am confident we will raise the bar for South Africa's digital work. Excellence is the standard.' said Mokwena.

My guest this week is someone whose career path may not be linear, but it's been anything but boring.  Jason Chebib started out in some of London's top ad agencies, including Ogilvy, Publicis, J. Walter Thompson, and BBDO, where he worked alongside CMOs and future CMOs at brands like Shell, Unilever, Dyson, Mars, and Ford. Then came a pivot—from creating campaigns to teaching the science behind them. Jason traveled the world, training the next generation of marketers in what actually works when it comes to growing brands. Eventually, he jumped back into the deep end—this time client-side at Diageo. First in Amsterdam, working on global strategy for Johnnie Walker, and then in New York as Head of Planning for Diageo North America, where he shaped the future of brands like Smirnoff, Baileys, Guinness, and Captain Morgan. Now fully rooted in the U.S., Jason has worn many hats—from advising agencies to serving as Committee Chair of Agency Relations at the ANA and Co-Chair of the Marketing Society in New York. He brings the kind of perspective that only comes from being deep in the trenches: agency, client, strategy, research, and education. And while he's not one to chase titles, let's just say his next chapter is wide open—and any brand would be lucky to have him. I am proud to call him my friend, my confidant, my mentor: Jason Chebib. 

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In this episode, Julia wraps up the Cultural Intelligence series with a powerful conversation with Ukonwa Ojo, founder and CEO of Zaia Ventures. What starts as a meeting of two very different "cores" becomes a deep exploration of how we lead, how we listen, and what it takes to connect across differences. Ukonwa speaks candidly about the concept of Core and Flex, and how finally having language for this idea helped her understand and explain how she moves through the world. She shares that while her core is firmly rooted in her Christian faith, her capacity to flex beyond that allows her to connect across cultures, beliefs, and ideologies with empathy and openness. It's not a contradiction, she says, it's clarity. Julia and Ukonwa dive into the realities of clashing cores: how to stay in conversation when you disagree at a fundamental level, and how to decide when to speak, when to stay silent, and when to walk away. Ukonwa reflects on moments of being misunderstood, being triggered by cultural language, and making space for others. “Everybody doesn't deserve your point of view. But if someone's open, you owe them curiosity,” expresses Ukonwa. Listen to this one to gather how to listen through discomfort, stay present through difference, and hold onto curiosity even when our backs go up. It's a fitting and moving end to a series about what it takes to lead with Cultural Intelligence in a deeply divided world. About the Guest: Ukonwa Ojo is a dynamic leader with 27 years of experience across industries, having held senior roles at Amazon Prime Video & Studios, M.A.C Cosmetics, Coty, COVERGIRL, Unilever, Reckitt, and General Mills. Now Founder/CEO of Zaia Ventures, she builds businesses that uplift underrepresented communities, including Zaia, a global Christian social platform and Ada & Edith, a luxury womenswear brand redefining comfort.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Cyriel Kortleven about making change simple. For more than 20 years, Cyriel Kortleven has been inspiring organizations like IKEA, NASA and Unilever to approach Change with courage, confidence and enthusiasm. His pragmatic advice has earned him the nickname The Simplifier. In an increasingly complex world, we need new simple perspectives to enable us to navigate uncertainty and to turn problems into opportunities.  Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!

Leonardo Hirschbrand looks back on 29 years of digital transformation at Unilever In this week's episode of Catalyst, Tammy is joined by a pioneer in digital transformation Leonardo Hirschbrand. Over his 29 year career at Unilever Leo helped the brand go from pen and paper to a tech-forward global company. Leo shares some stories about the early days at Unilever and how digital transformation helped bring the company into the future. He also shares his thoughts on how to lead global teams and how AI can revolutionize customer research. Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATA.Links: Technically Wrong Learn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when marketers step out of the ivory tower and take charge as true commercial leaders? This StrategyCast episode uncovers smart strategies for aligning teams, optimizing budgets, and powering brand growth—even with tight resources!And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newsletter. You'll receive weekly bursts of marketing tips, clips, resources, and a whole lot more. Visit https://strategycast.com/ for more details.==Let's Break It Down==06:29 "Commercial Mindset Evolution"010:18 "Aligning Cross-Functional Teams Strategically"11:29 Collaborative Strategic Planning Essentials16:25 "Comprehensive P&L Insight for Marketers"17:42 Optimizing Freight for Profitability21:14 Joint Customer Segmentation Model24:29 Sargento's Snacking Success Journey29:27 Customer Segmentation Strategy Essentials34:04 Prioritizing Launches in Brand Families35:03 "Champagne vs. Peanut Butter Investment"41:20 Aligning Strategic, Financial, and Sales Plans42:57 Misalignment Risks Customer Trust==Where You Can Find Us==Website: https://strategycast.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategy_cast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategycast==Leave a Review==Hey there, StrategyCast fans!If you've found our tips and tricks on marketing strategies helpful in growing your business, we'd be thrilled if you could take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover how they can elevate their business game!

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata talks to Jodie Rogers, founder of Symbia and author of The Hidden Edge. With two decades of expertise in human behaviour, Jodie shares how leaders can navigate uncertainty and build emotionally intelligent, agile teams. She emphasises the value of emotional and social intelligence, strong professional relationships and mental fitness in driving performance and resilience.   “The Edge” is Symbia's practical, low-cost program designed to help teams develop key skills like focus, prioritisation and stress management. Jodie explains how their benchmarking tool measures progress and impact across organisations like Unilever, Johnson & Johnson, and L'Oréal. The episode highlights the growing importance of mental well-being and proactive development in today's fast-changing work environment. Jodie's insights offer leaders a practical path to foster empowerment, engagement, and adaptability in their teams while preparing for the challenges of tomorrow. Key Takeaways: 1. The Importance of Soft Skills in Leadership: What are often called "soft skills" – such as emotional intelligence, communication, and influence – are actually critical life skills necessary for effective leadership. 2. Navigating Uncertainty and Change: Jodie Rogers highlights that helping people understand how their brains respond to uncertainty can empower them to better navigate it by experimenting, exploring, and creating their own paths forward. 3. The Edge Programme's Approach to Professional Development: The Edge programme was discussed as a comprehensive professional development initiative designed to create lasting behavioural change. It focuses on four key phases: enhancing mindsets (self-leadership), driving performance (skills application), growing influence (relationships) and expanding impact (leadership and mentorship). The programme combines diverse expert trainers and practical, interactive sessions to ensure participants can apply what they learn. 4. Wellbeing and Mental Fitness: Jodie stressed the importance of focusing not just on addressing mental ill health but also on building mental fitness—developing tools and skills when people are in a stable state so they are better equipped to handle stress and challenges later 5. Leadership Accountability and Autonomy: Both Andy and Jodie touched on the necessity for leaders to foster accountability and autonomy within their teams. To find out more about The EDGE programme, please visit https://symbiapartners.com/edge Connect with Andy Lopata Website Connect with Jodie Rogers Website LinkedIn

In de Vlaardingen Doen Podcast vertellen wij het verhaal Vlaardingen. De stad waar geschiedenis vernieuwing ontmoet. Waar de haring- en visserijhistorie voortleeft in een bruisende mix van food, innovatie, groen en doen

For the segments of the population that know about the World Economic Forum and the step down of Klaus Schwab, who announced his resignation in 2024, the appointment of Peter Brabeck-Letmathe has caused a giant conspiracy stir for two major reasons: his current physical features make him look outright evil and because this is the same guy who said he didn't believe in the NGO promotion of water as a human right. Peter is the former CEO of Nestlé, one of a spider web of companies that control almost the entire food, beverage, medicine, and food-like-substance market, alongside of pet products too. Like many of the other major companies in this web - Kraft, Coca-Cola, Pepsico, Kellogg's, Mars, Unilever, Johnson & Johnson, P&G -  Nestlé owns and operates a large variety of other brands. Whether it could be helped or not, and whether the public or individual were truly aware or not, the fact is that the companies and products we supported built the leadership of the vary ideologies we find so repulsive. Why did Peter Letmathe take over the World Economic Forum? Because we paid him to do so.   -FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKMAIN WEBSITECashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

"Tesla als autoproducent, dat is 'm niet", stelt Han Dieperink van Aureus Vermogensbeheer. "Tesla is vele malen duurder dan andere autofabrikanten en ze zijn niet meer alleen. Je komt om in het aanbod van elektrische auto's." De koers is inmiddels al flink gedaald, de winst is ingestort en de reputatie van Elon Musk doet het merk ook geen goed. Wim Zwanenburg van Stroeve Lemberger sluit zich daarbij aan. Hij ziet wel één lichtpuntje: Musk zet zich af tegen de importheffingen die Trump invoert. Daar heeft Tesla natuurlijk ook veel last van. "Hij was een pionier, maar hij is inmiddels wel ingehaald door andere autofabrikanten", aldus Wim. Het meest sprekende voorbeeld daarvan is de Chinese concurrent BYD. Over het sentiment laten de experts zich voorzichtig uit. "Dit is zo ongeveer de slechtste aprilmaand sinds mensenheugenis", merkt Wim op. Dat betekent wel dat er ook kans is op een rebound. Han tekent daar wel bij aan dat de euro de laatste tijd sterker is geworden ten opzichte van de dollar, en dat is natuurlijk slecht voor de concurrentiepositie. Verder in de podcast veel aandacht voor de cijfers, onder andere die van Besi, RELX, Unilever en SAP. Uiteraard komen de luisteraarsvragen aan bod en geven de experts hun tips. Voor Wim is dat deze keer een tip van algemene aard, toegespitst op het huidige beursklimaat. Han tipt een groot Europees industrieel concern. Geniet van de podcast! Let op: alleen het eerste deel is vrij te beluisteren. Wil je de hele podcast (luisteraarsvragen en tips) horen, wordt dan Premium lid van BeursTalk. Dat kost slechts 9,95 per maand, 99 euro voor een heel jaar. Abonneren kan hier! VanEck ETF’s (advertorial) Deze week is ook weer het tweewekelijks gesprek te beluisteren met Martijn Rozemuller, ceo van VanEckETF’s, de partner van BeursTalk. Met Martijn bespreek ik de opkomst van exotische ETF's, met bijvoorbeeld het ticker symbool UFO. Dergelijke ETF's worden vaak gelanceerd door partijen die willen meeliften op de populariteit van ETF's, legt Martijn uit. Je kunt je afvragen of het daarmee wel goede beleggingen zijn voor de particuliere belegger. Daarnaast zijn er tegenwoordig ook hefboom-ETF's op de markt. "Een hefboom wil niet anders zeggen dan dat je met geleend geld belegt", vertelt Martijn. Dat betekent dat je meer risico op je neemt, terwijl verstandige ETF-beleggers doorgaans juist op zoek zijn naar veiligheid, hun risico spreiden. Dan is het niet verstandig om in een hefboomproduct te beleggen Bovendien zijn ETF's die bijvoorbeeld door influencers op de markt worden gebracht vaak duurder dan de gangbare ETF's en zijn de uitgevende partijen niet altijd ervaren in het in de markt plaatsen van ETF's. Martijn vertelt je er alles over, blijf dus luisteren tot na de disclaimer. Geniet van de podcast! De gepresenteerde informatie door VanEck Asset Management B.V. en de aan haar verbonden en gelieerde bedrijven (samen "VanEck") is enkel bedoeld voor informatie en advertentie doeleinden aan Nederlandse beleggers die Nederlands belastingplichtig zijn en vormt geen juridisch, fiscaal of beleggingsadvies. VanEck Asset Management B.V. is een UCITS-beheerder. Loop geen onnodig risico. Lees de Essentiële Beleggersinformatie of het Essentiële-informatiedocument. Meer informatie? https://www.vaneck.com/nl/nl/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

De brutalen hebben de halve wereld. Dat moet ASML hebben gedacht toen het op hoge poten bij Donald Trump aanklopte. ASML wil namelijk vrijstelling van Amerikaanse invoerheffingen. ASML verscheept onderdelen heen en weer tussen de VS en Europa, maar wil volgens het FD een opeenstapeling van heffingen voorkomen. Deze aflevering kijken we hoe ASML de onderhandelingen met Trump aan moet gaan. De president wil altijd iets terug, wat moet de maker van chipmachines geven aan de Amerikanen? Verder is het de aflevering waarin ceo's een hoofdrol opeisen. Bij IMCD en FlowTraders stappen de ceo's onverwachts op. Bij FlowTraders was de paniek onder beleggers zo groot dat de beurshandel stilgelegd moest worden. De exit van de topman en de slechte cijfers zorgen daar voor paniek.Bij ABN Amro en Unilever zijn de hoogste bazen al vervangen en de nieuwe bazen hebben grote plannen. Zo wil de ceo van ABN nu écht beter op de kosten gaan letten. Die van Unilever ook, maar daarnaast komt hij ook met een bijzondere voorspelling. Die importtarieven, die raken het bedrijf niet echt.Opvallend, helemaal omdat grote concurrent Procter & Gamble waarschuwt dat die handelsoorlog er wél in hakt. Net als een paar andere Amerikaanse bedrijven, die zelfs hun hele outlook intrekken.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Bain talks to Wild deodorant's co-founder after its multi-million pound Unilever deal. Plus we have Tesla's latest results and hear how YouTube is celebrating 20 years

It's no secret that artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of work. But one question looms large: will AI strip us of our humanity—or help us become more of who we're meant to be? As technology accelerates, it's easy to fear that empathy, connection, and self-awareness will fall behind. But what if the secret to thriving in the age of AI is not rejecting it—but learning how to pair it with something deeply human?In this episode of the Happiness Squad Podcast, Ashish Kothari and Rasmus Hougaard, Managing Partner of Potential Project and best-selling author of More Human, explore how leaders can use AI not to replace their humanity—but to amplify it.Rasmus Hougaard is the author of Compassionate Leadership and The Mind of the Leader, and has been recognized by Thinkers50 as one of the world's top leadership thinkers. He coaches C-suite leaders at global companies like IKEA, Accenture, and Unilever, and regularly writes for Harvard Business Review and Forbes.Things you will learn in this episode:• The Power of Common Humanity• How AI Can Make Us More Human• The Human Operating Model: Awareness, Wisdom, Compassion• Leaders Must Set Context, Not Just Deliver Content• Meditation as the Antidote to AI Overload• How to Develop the Beginner's Mind• Compassion in Action: Doing Hard Things in a Human Way• The Inner and Outer Technologies of LeadershipTune in now and discover how you can lead not just with your head, but with your heart, in an AI-powered world.Resources: ✅• Potential Project: https://www.potentialproject.com/ • Vipassana Meditation: https://www.dhamma.org/ • Quote by Zen master Shunryu Suzuki"In the expert's mind, there are few possibilities. In the beginner's mind, there are many."Books: ✅• More Human: How the Power of AI Can Transform the Way You Lead by Rasmus Hougaard and Jacqueline Carter: https://a.co/d/d8UtOdZ • Compassionate Leadership: How to Do Hard Things in a Human Way by Rasmus Hougaard and Jacqueline Carter: https://a.co/d/cVDrtl8 • A More Beautiful Question: The Power of Inquiry to Spark Breakthrough Ideas by Warren Berger: https://a.co/d/0pGLBlK • Hardwired for Happiness by Ashish Kothari: https://a.co/d/fybNBNK

In this episode, Wendy Liebmann talks to Keith Sleight, expert in “shopping understanding”, who most recently lead the Shopper Centre of Excellence at Unilever, about the state of shopper insights and where it's headed.They discuss:The biggest changes in the shopper research field over the last five yearsHow “connected commerce” has changed how companies need to study shopping behaviorsHow we have more data than ever, but not necessarily more insight -- or contextThe impact of AI on research and analyticsThe lost art of observation and small dataHow to build a modern relevant organization (clue:  break down the silos, and get people away from their desks and into stores) Send us a textVisit our website for transcripts and video podcasts. Subscribe and rate us with your favorite podcast app!

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping corporate finance, moving beyond simple automation to become a powerful strategic partner. Discover how AI is fundamentally changing financial decision-making in this Deep Dive episode of Corporate Finance Explained (FinPod).Explore the AI transformation in finance, from AI-powered forecasting and dynamic financial modeling to real-time risk management, intelligent capital allocation, and sophisticated fraud detection. Learn how leading companies like JPMorgan Chase, Unilever, BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Siemens, Procter & Gamble, and Airbnb are leveraging AI to gain a competitive edge. We also delve into the profound impact artificial intelligence is having on finance careers, redefining the skills and mindset required for the modern, data-driven strategic finance professional.Whether you're in FP&A, Treasury, Investment Banking, or any strategic finance role, understanding AI's impact is crucial. This episode unpacks how to harness the power of AI to think faster, act smarter, and drive lasting impact.

In this service-driven episode, Johann Diaz, Founder of Service Revolution Academy, shares how he helps his clients boost their sales and profitability by focusing on dramatically improving the quality of their service in the eyes of their customers. If you and your team are tired of the new logo rat race,or if you're frustrated that your company's service is your industry's biggest secret, you won't want to miss this episode.You will discover:- How to differentiate even in a commoditized market- Why you need to stop defining what is valuable and who should define it- How to diagnose whether your sales problem is actually a service problem?This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in stages 4,5 of The Founder's Evolution. Not sure which stage you're in? Find out for free in less than 10 minutes at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders/quizWith over 35 years of experience at the intersection of technology, service excellence, and operational strategy, Johann Diaz is a seasoned business and technology leader who has significantly impacted various industries. From leading roles in high-stakes service transformations for global giants like Unilever, Diageo, Vodafone, and BP to strategic leadership roles for ServiceNow, Capgemini, and Serviceware, Johann has consistently helped organizations deliver measurable improvements in service quality, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.Want to learn more about Johann Diaz's work at Service Revolution Academy? Check out his website at https://www.service-revolution.com/ or connect with him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanndiazMentioned in this episode:Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz TodayIf you're a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you're doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else.Founder's Quiz

Erin Murray is the Chief Brand Officer at Mad Rabbit, a fast-growing tattoo skincare brand reshaping the way consumers and professional artists approach post-ink care. With deep expertise in brand storytelling, product development, and digital strategy, Erin has helped propel Mad Rabbit to quadruple sales year-over-year and expand from a direct-to-consumer model into major retail partnerships.Driven by the belief that brand growth stems from authentic community engagement, Erin has steered Mad Rabbit's shift from a purely consumer-first brand to one that deeply integrates pro artist voices. Under her leadership, the brand has launched ambassador programs, refined its identity, and executed a digital-first yet retail-savvy strategy that connects across multiple touchpoints.In This Conversation We Discuss:[00:40] Intro[00:56] Recognizing emerging consumer needs[01:26] Scaling brands before the market exists[03:15] Growing communities that drive revenue[04:13] Bringing in fractional experts early[05:44] Pivoting strategy with real consumer data[08:56] Episode Sponsors: Electric Eye, Snowball, and Portless[12:58] Testing channels before doubling down[16:08] Driving foot traffic after landing retail[18:16] Thinking beyond direct response marketing[18:59] Scaling brands with a holistic mindset[20:36] Expanding products to fit customer journeys[22:05] Building brands without losing core buyers[22:53] Refining brand identity for new marketsResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeMad Rabbit is your easy tattoo care solution from soothing new ink to reviving & protecting current ones madrabbit.com/Follow Erin Murray linkedin.com/in/airynn00Schedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connectDrive revenue through affiliates & referrals socialsnowball.io/honestRevolutionize your inventory and fulfillment process portless.com/If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

Het is wachten op de kwartaalcijfers van grote namen. Onder meer van Unilever, Alphabet en SAP. Maar Jean-Paul van Oudheusden van eToro kijkt juist naar die van chipmachinemaker Besi. Hij betrapt de topman op het geven van een opmerkelijke hint. In Beurs in Zicht stomen we je klaar voor de beursweek die je tegemoet gaat. Want soms zie je door de beursbomen het beursbos niet meer. Dat is verleden tijd! Iedere week vertelt een vriend van de show waar jouw focus moet liggen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when First Nations take the lead in shaping the future of clean energy and infrastructure in Indigenous communities? In this episode, we hear from Mark Podlasly, CEO of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) and member of the Nlaka'pamux Nation in British Columbia. He speaks with Sinead Teevan from the OECD about how the coalition is helping First Nations secure ownership in major energy and infrastructure projects. The FNMPC, now representing 175 communities across Canada, focuses on the economic, environmental, and public policy interests of its members. Together, they explore the power of Indigenous consent, the importance of equitable partnerships, and why integrating Indigenous values into policy and investment decisions isn't just the right thing to do, it's essential for reaching climate goals and long-term prosperity. With real-world examples, from clean energy projects to revenue-sharing agreements, this conversation highlights how economic reconciliation is not only possible, but already underway in Canada. Looking ahead, Mark shares a bold vision: Indigenous communities not only participating in, but leading, global investment through Indigenous-controlled capital. And the world is taking notice. Groups from Australia, New Zealand, the US, and Latin America are reaching out to learn how First Nations in Canada are achieving results. Host: Shayne MacLachlan, Public Affairs and Communications Manager at the OECD Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs, Regions and Cities Guests: Sinead Teevan is currently working as a Policy Consultant at the OECD, working on regional, rural and urban development. She is Indigenous from Curve Lake First Nation in Ontario, and has gained valuable experience in various roles, including as a Policy Intern at the Ministry of Energy in Ontario. Additionally, she been an active member of the Indigenous Student Association at Western University. Mark Podlasly, a member of the Nlaka'pamux Nation in British Columbia, is CEO of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) in Canada. FNMPC is a national organization of 175+ Indigenous communities working to ensure environmental and economic values are reflected in major projects on traditional territories. He has global experience leading large-scale energy and infrastructure projects and has delivered strategy programs for companies like Unilever and Goldman Sachs. A frequent contributor on Indigenous-industry economic reconciliation, his work spans ESG, climate policy, and governance. To learn more about policy area: https://www.oecd.org/en/topics/regional-rural-and-urban-development.html To learn more about the OECD, our global reach, and how to join us, go to https://www.oecd.org/en/about.html To keep up with latest at the OECD, visit https://www.oecd.org/ Get the latest OECD content delivered directly to your inbox! Subscribe to our newsletters: https://www.oecd.org/en/about/newsletters.html

If you work across time zones, borders, and cultures, this is the show for you. This is your host Leonardo Marra, welcome to the international business podcast. The episode focuses on India, exploring the persistent misconceptions foreign executives bring to Indian workplaces and how global leaders can adapt their leadership styles to navigate India's hierarchical corporate structure. Find more details about the guest below.⁠Join Leonardo on Patreon for:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast Archive: 102 episodes (40+ hours).Podcast Bonus Episodes: New exclusive content.Early Access: Upcoming YouTube videos and newsletters.Thinking Process Journal: Insights into Leonardo's content preparation, including a curated reading list and personal reflections.Q&A: Submit questions for future episodes, and receive a shoutout when they are answered.With guest:Aarti Kelshikar is an intercultural coach and author. She is the founder of 3A Consulting and has been working in the space of leadership and cultural effectiveness since 2008. She has worked and lived in India, Singapore and the Philippines.Aarti is a certified facilitator of Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and accredited coach of The International Profiler (TIP), frameworks that help assess and develop intercultural effectiveness. She is also a certified executive coach from the international Neuro Leadership group.Through her cultural interventions, Aarti enables executives and students to successfully transition roles, levels and geographies. She conducts workshops on developing cultural intelligence and on doing business in South-East Asia and India. She has trained senior executives from multinational corporations like Nestlé, Unilever, Proctor and Gamble, Colgate Palmolive, and Texas Instruments. Aarti has recently published her second book titled How Women Work: Fitting in and Standing Out in Asia. Published by HarperCollins, the book observes women leaders through a pan-Asian lens providing insights on leadership and success in Asia. Her first book How India Works: Making Sense of a Complex Corporate Culture was published in 2018. The book is a guide to the cultural nuances and complexities of working with Indians.Aarti is a member of the Harvard Business Review (HBR) Advisory Council, an opt-in research community of business professionals across the world. She is on the Advisory Board of the Diversity Economics Institute, a UK-based organization. Aarti is co-founder and Board Member of SIETAR Southeast Asia, an organization for intercultural education, training and research which develops Asia-focused expertise.Before discovering the fascinating world of intercultural coaching, Aarti worked for seven years in the area of securities market compliance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India in Mumbai and with a consulting firm in Singapore. She has a master's in business administration from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) in Mumbai and a bachelor's in commerce from Sydenham College in Mumbai.If you work across time zones, borders, and cultures, come on the show to share your story. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the host Leonardo Marra

This week, Jason is joined by entrepreneur, marketing professional, and more notable, a personality on Bravo's Real Housewives of New York City, Brynn Whitfield! Brynn joined the rebooted cast of RHONY, which wrapped up in January. Prior to diving into reality TV, Brynn worked on an award-winning campaign for global campaigns of the largest companies managing and executing strategic media relations programs for clients spanning Shell Oil, Unilever, Johnson & Johnson, and many tech-based companies. More recently, Brynn co-founded a dating app strictly for college students called Hoppy.  Brynn gets candid about how The Real Housewives of New York discovered her, her complicated relationship with tech, and prepping for her Zoom interviews for RHONY. She shares which character she's often compared to, spending more on DoorDash than she earned in her first season, and why her professional life stays off-camera. As the only full-time working Housewife, she opens up about financial security, relationship accountability, prenups, NYC money mindset, and what she loves to splurge on—plus, rapid-fire cast questions, pitching a dating app idea to a Bumble founder, and her go-to advice for negotiation. Brynn reveals all this and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss! Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guest: Brynn Whitfield Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals & Deals! Boll & Branch: Boll & Branch products are made different, so you can sleep better at night. Woven with the finest 100% organic cotton on earth. Feel the difference an extraordinary night's sleep can make with Boll & Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets, at BollAndBranch.com/tradingsecrets  Cymbiotika: Cymbiotika is changing the game when it comes to supplements. Their liquid packets are more effective, convenient, and go wherever you go. ​Cymbiotika is as clean as it gets—no seed oils, preservatives, or artificial junk. Just high-quality, real ingredients that actually do something. Go to Cymbiotika.com/tradingsecrets for 20% off + free shipping today Indeed: Stop struggling to get your job post seen on other job sites. Indeed's Sponsored Jobs help you stand out and hire fast. There's no need to wait any longer-speed up your hiring right now with Indeed. Get a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to get your jobs more visibility at Indeed.com/SECRETS

Matt Trinetti, co-founder of the London Writers' Salon, on building the world's most engaged writing community, the role of creativity in the face of AI and the transformative power of writing for creative and mental health.*ABOUT MATT TRINETTIMatt Trinetti is the co-founder of London Writers' Salon, our community, dedicated to helping writers connect, make progress, and launch successful careers. With a background in career coaching and leadership development, Matt has worked with top organizations like Google and Unilever. His writing has been featured in Quartz, Huffington Post, and Business Insider, and shared by influential figures such as Tim Ferriss and Arianna Huffington.*RESOURCES & LINKSJoin the London Writers' Salon CommunityWriters' HourMatt's Linked-InMatt's Substack: Seeking With MattBook: The Thank You Economy, by Gary V.Book: The Art of Community by Charles Vogl Book: The Art of Gathering, by Priya Parker Escape the City For show notes, transcripts and to attend our live podcasts visit: podcast.londonwriterssalon.com.For free writing sessions, join free Writers' Hours: writershour.com.*FOLLOW LONDON WRITERS' SALONTwitter: twitter.com/​​WritersSalonInstagram: instagram.com/londonwriterssalonFacebook: facebook.com/LondonWritersSalonIf you're enjoying this show, please rate and review this show!

Esteemed beauty marketer Michelle Miller knows a thing or two about a successful TikTok strategy. Miller served as CMO of K-18 during its gangbuster rise and 2023 strategic acquisition by Unilever. Her CV also includes Kosas, Too Faced and, as of January, CMO of Vegamour hair care.  “[TikTok has] an algorithm that is able to democratize beauty in a way that makes it a lot more accessible [to the average consumer],” Miller said. “With the platform being so uncertain, it's emotionally hard for brands that have invested so much time into creator communities, into content on Tiktok. And most of all, it's really, really hard for creators that have built their entire living and livelihoods on the platform.”  Miller joined Glossy podcast hosts Lexy Lebsack and Sara Spruch-Feiner (23:21), plus Glossy managing editor Tatiana Pile, to discuss the latest movement in TikTok's ongoing sell-or-be-banned legal predicament and what it means for the beauty industry.  As previously reported by Glossy, concern over TikTok's algorithm and its ability to influence Americans through disinformation campaigns, as well as the large amount of data being collected by ByteDance about Americans, are the top concerns of those behind the ban. This conversation goes back to 2020 when President Trump said he planned to ban the app, but it wasn't until TikTok added commerce with TikTok Shop in September of 2023 that momentum rebuilt. Then-President Biden signed a law into effect in April of 2024 that gave TikTok owner Bytedance a window to sell the majority of the business to an American owner or be banned from being downloaded in the U.S.  Despite numerous legal challenges, including one heard by the Supreme Court, Bytedance unsuccessfully fought the legislation, and the app briefly went dark in January before garnering an extension by President Trump.  On April 4, TikTok received a second extension to find a buyer until June 19. Until then, the app is safe. However, alongside a developing trade war with China, TikTok's fate hangs in the balance with a meaningful impact on the beauty and wellness industries.  “It really puts into place — not only for big brands in beauty, but also for smaller brands that are just getting started — [the questions] of: ‘How do you future-proof your brand? How do you work virality today, and what's next if TikTok does go away in 75 days?” Miller said.  Also included in this episode is a news rundown on the top stories of the week. The team discusses President Trump's escalating global tariffs, Beyoncé-founded Cécred's splashy launch into Ulta Beauty and the latest celebrity beauty brand to hire bankers to explore an exit, ahead. 

Dal Perio is a Senior Manager of Sensory & Product Insights at Starbucks, with 30 years of experience in Sensory Science, Consumer Research, and Marketing Research across seven Fortune 500 companies including Johnson & Johnson, Diageo, and Unilever.   His expertise spans Product Innovation, Consumer Research, Quality Assurance, and Product Testing. At Starbucks, he focuses on Sensory & Product Insights for various channels, ensuring optimal research solutions. He's actively involved in numerous professional sensory organizations and was mentored by Rose Marie Pangborn.   To be put in touch with Dal, please contact Aigora. To learn more about Aigora, please visit www.aigora.com

Today, I interview Holly MacCue, who used to walk into work feeling sick with dread, afraid she would be exposed as a fraud. Even after being recognized by her boss as a “shining star,” she couldn't shake the fear that she didn't belong. A high achiever since childhood, Holly placed enormous pressure on herself to succeed—and it eventually made her physically ill. She lost her voice to laryngitis, and with it came a wake-up call: something had to change.As a sensitive, creative child, Holly had always expressed herself through writing, but she was never the loudest in the room. She was thoughtful, disciplined, and driven. Though her parents never pushed her, she pushed herself hard. That drive followed her into adulthood, until one day, sitting at dinner with friends, she thought, “I guess I'll just be happy when I retire.” That moment cracked something open.She began redefining what success meant to her. She left corporate life, started her own business, and gradually built a life aligned with her values. The turning point deepened when her newborn daughter struggled with undiagnosed health issues. Despite being dismissed by professionals, Holly trusted her instincts and fought to be heard. That experience became a powerful lesson in using her voice for what matters.Today, Holly helps entrepreneurs do the same. Through her Magnetic Selling Method, she shows them how to speak clearly, connect deeply, and stop hiding. Her message is simple: your voice already exists—what matters is choosing how to use it.__________________Holly MacCue is a Sales and Messaging Strategist for service-based entrepreneurs, running a multi–six-figure business while raising two young children. She is a Professional Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation and brings over a decade of experience as a brand strategist for global companies like Unilever and Procter & Gamble, where she led strategy for a $200 million portfolio.Through her signature Magnetic Selling Method™, Holly has helped over 1,000 clients across 70+ industries master their messaging, stand out as the no-brainer choice, and attract pre-sold, ready-to-invest clients. Her approach is grounded in buyer psychology and has empowered clients to double their prices, quadruple their income, sell out their first launches, and scale to multiple six figures in as little as 12 months.A sought-after speaker on magnetic sales and messaging, Holly has been featured in Entrepreneur, Forbes, Huffington Post, and Entrepreneurs on Fire. Her work is about helping people show up with clarity, confidence, and service—and making it easy for the right clients to find them.__________________Find Holly here:https://www.instagram.com/hollymaccue/https://www.facebook.com/holly.maccue.3/https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredentrepreneursconnecthttps://hollymaccue.com/highticketsales/Support the showI'm Dr. Doreen Downing and I help people find their voice so they can speak without fear. Get the Free 7-Step Guide to Fearless Speaking https://www.doreen7steps.com​.

REMIX Album 3 Track 12 – Sabrina Clarke Duffy, Currently Founder and President On Point Insight previously market research and insights exec with Millward Brown, GfK, and Kantar TNS.  Sabrina has worked with a wide range of clients including Unilever, Toyota, Coca-Cola, Kraft, Diageo, Johnson and Johnson to name a few.Hey Brand Nerds! We have a market research insights savant in the house who shares her whole self (great mind, body, and soul) in so many ways including:  Extraordinary one of a kind research from Sabrina and On Point with analytics and insight on racism today called A Real Perspective of Racism Experienced by Black People in North America (for more information please visit https://www.onpointinsight.com/reality-check)Find time to thinkMake a difference in the world your wayBe Eileen Campbell, find time to really connect with people and show appreciation for themData is not here to make the decision for you, it is to inform youMarket research can be most pivotal in winning vs. losingKeep fighting FOR… not against

What happens when a star chemical engineering student from India becomes one of the world's most lauded marketers? In this episode of The Courageous Podcast, Raja Rajamannar reveals how a serendipitous moment shifted him from scientific problem-solver to “accidental marketer,” igniting a diverse career that has spanned financial services, consumer-packaged goods, and healthcare at powerhouses including Unilever, Citigroup, Anthem, and Mastercard. Raja currently serves as Mastercard's Chief Marketing & Communications Officer and Founding President of its healthcare business. His accolades include Global Marketer of the Year by the World Federation of Advertisers, top 5 “World's Most Influential CMOs” by Forbes, top 10 “World's Most Innovative CMOs” by Business Insider, and induction into The Advertising Hall of Fame. Raja is also a Wall Street Journal-bestselling author, known for his book “Quantum Marketing: Mastering the New Marketing Mindset for Tomorrow's Consumers”.

On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss the 80,000 page non-redacted JFK files, a French scientist denied entry to the US after immigration officers find “hateful” text messages critiquing Trump during search of his phone, and Ben & Jerry accusing its parent company Unilever of firing the CEO for company's political posts.

New data suggests that advertising growth is slowing. Overall marketing is soon to follow. Will the current political environment drive us into a marketing recession? Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei proclaims that AI will take over all coding in the next year. Robert takes offense and the boys talk about the reasons these types of proclamations are made. And is AI slop a brute force attack on the major platforms? The point? AI content is taking over YouTube, TikTok and Facebook and the platforms simply don't care. Marketing losers are Unilever and the NFL. Rants are the AI-ification of press and the killing of Voice of America. This week's links: Ad Growth Slows Anthropic CEO Predicts AI Coding Takeover AI Slop Is Non-Stop Unilever's Big Mistake Adobe and AI Agents The Death of Voice of America ----- This week's sponsor: Whether you are swimming in content requests, struggling to reach Gen Z, or just need to do more with less - The 2025 Marketing Trend Report delivers real solutions you can use now. Go to http://clickhubspot.com/marketing to download it for free. ------- Liked this show? SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on Spotify, Apple, Google and more. Catch past episodes and show notes at ThisOldMarketing.com. Catch and subscribe to our NEW show on YouTube. NOTE: You can get captions there. Subscribe to Joe Pulizzi's Orangeletter and get two free downloads direct from Joe. Subscribe to Robert Rose's newsletter at Seventh Bear.