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The Business of Polling with Sir John Curtice Polling shapes political strategy, fuels media headlines, and influences public perception—but how does it actually work? And how did polls do during 2024, the so-called Super Year of elections. You've seen him on the BBC during UK General elections. Now you can join a session with Sir John Curtice, the UK’s most trusted polling expert, as we dive deep...

Unlock Elite Performance for Managers. Are you ready to redefine your career and leadership potential? Talbot Stark combines his extraordinary experience in international finance, the US military, and Silicon Valley to teach managers how to become *elite performers* in today’s competitive world. He is also the author of "Elite Performance for Managers. - Discover the *Elite Performance Pillars™* f...

Private Credit: A Game-Changer in Corporate Finance? Private credit is rapidly transforming the landscape of corporate finance, particularly in the US and Europe—but what are the corporate governance issues that this might create? Narine Lalafaryan will unpack: - Why private credit has skyrocketed in recent years . - Key differences between private credit, traditional lending, and equity investing...

Building a fintech is very difficult. Launching a fintech startup serving the travel business a few months before covid brought travel to a halt is crazy difficult. Raman Korneu, an MBA alumnus from Cambridge Judge Business School and his team, had to make tough decisions quickly if they were to save their start up. Raman talks about his entrepreneurial journey, and how myTU - an online digital ba...

We all want to work on teams that just click. But you have also worked in dysfunctional ones. Prof Robin Dunbar has devoted his career to studying why teams work and he is the father of the Dunbar number, which observes that humans can only make meaningful connections with 150 other people. He also found that team dynamics change when you go from team sizes of 5 to 15 to 50 to 150. I don't know if...

Startups focus a lot on product, marketing and growth functions but as they mature, there is an increased focus on the finance function. This is not just to control costs but also to put money where the best growth opportunities are. There is also a need to look at the longer-term in addition to short-term. Akshay Sarma is a CFO at axio, one of India's fast growing startups. He has had extensive e...

What drives the UK economy and what are its future prospects? Professor Simon Deakin is the Director for the Centre for Business Research at CJBS and he will share his thoughts especially on the crucial aspects of productivity and investments shaping the UK's economic landscape. 1. Explore the Role of Services: Understand why services are the backbone of the UK economy. 2. Deep Dive into Productiv...

Discover the Challenges and Opportunities: We'll explore the potential of green hydrogen to decarbonize industries, from steel production to aviation. Learn about the technological and economic hurdles that need to be overcome for widespread adoption. Ujjwal Pandey has co-written a case on green hydrogen and we'll discuss key factors that will determine its success, including cost reduction, polic...

🚀 Dive into AI implementation, ethics and regulation! 🚀 Curious about how enterprises are navigating the complex world of AI implementation? Join us for an eye-opening livestream featuring Imogen Palmer and Faisal Sultan two people at the coal face of enterprise AI implementation and regulation. 🔍 Key Takeaways: 1. **LLMs vs SLMs**: Understand the differences and make informed decisions. 2. **E...

Join Us for a Deep Dive with Nobel Laureate Venki Ramakrishnan! 🧬** Are you ready to learn about the current science on ageing? 🌟 We're thrilled to announce our upcoming livestream with Prof. Venki Ramakrishnan, Nobel Prize-winning biologist and author of "Why We Die." 🔍 **What You'll Learn:** - The science behind aging and the pivotal role of proteins in our biology. - Insights into groundbrea...

Diving Deep into the Future of E-Commerce 🚀 📦 How are innovative models like Temu reshaping shopping globally? Join us for an enlightening live session with Somesh Dwivedi, Global e-Commerce Director at Essity, as we explore new e-commerce strategies and what they mean for businesses and consumers alike. In this episode, you’ll gain insights into: 1. Innovative Business Models: Understand the me...

Ready to explore the future of agribusiness in Africa? Africa is not one homogenous market so join us to learn more about the nuances. Join this livestream with Micheline Ntiru, a powerhouse in sustainable ventures! 🚀 Discover: 1. Cutting-edge investments transforming African agribusiness. 2. How farmers are adapting and thriving. 3. Insights into entrepreneurship, eMobility, VC funding, and wome...

Ready to dive into the fascinating world of music, AI, and gender equity? Join Mira Howard, executive at record label Snafu Records , for a livestream that pulls back the curtain on the music industry! Discover the inner workings of record labels and artist revenue streams. Learn why Taylor Swift re-recorded her music and how AI is revolutionizing artist discovery at Snafu. We'll also tackle the c...

In many companies, there are several layers between developing strategy and the customer. The best plans and presentations crumble on the first contact with customers and the best companies can rapidly collect, clean and learn from customer data. Whether you are grappling with customer churn, or figuring out what's going on between strategy and execution, our guest Vignesh Chandran has more than 1...

Dive into the heart of finance with David Pitt-Watson, a pioneering figure in responsible investment and a passionate advocate for the finance sector's societal role. As a co-founder of Hermes Focus Funds, David brings a wealth of experience and insight into how finance can serve a greater good. David is also a Visiting Fellow at CJBS and teaches the award-winning course Purpose of Finance. **Why...

Prof Jennifer Howard-Grenville will do a deep dive into "The Future of Work". Join us to discover the ways to navigate through generational crises, embrace collective leadership, and leverage technological advancements for organizational success. Whether you're a leader, professional, or part of the workforce aiming to future-proof your career, this discussion will equip you with the insights need...

Are you passionate about tackling climate change and interested in the financial strategies that can make a real impact? Cambridge Judge Business School alumni, Baysa Naran and Daniel Duma have worked in the area of climate finance for years and we will talk about the following: - The Critical Role of Climate Finance: Explore why financial investment is fundamental in battling climate change and a...

Businesses have been implementing analytical AI models for nearly a decade. But few were ready for the advent of generative AI’s ability to conquer the creative activities long thought to be “quintessentially human.” GenAI holds the promise of automating entirely new domains of human activity—and it also evolves faster than prior technologies. In this AI revolution, where there is no “end state,”...

Are you navigating the complexities of mental health in your teams? Listen to this Balance Sheet podcast where our guests discuss how managers can help employees with their Mental Health challenges. We'll explore innovative strategies and practical tips to support your team's well-being in today's changing work environment. Prof Thomas Roulet is Professor of Organisational Sociology and Leadership...

Do you see 2024 as a year of uncertainty or opportunity? We already know that some events from 2023 will continue to have an impact while there are other events that are scheduled to happen. How will the following play out in 2024? Elections and Economics: With the US and UK gearing up for their elections, what impact will they have on the global economic landscape? Geopolitical Tensions and Globa...

Much has been written about how centers of academic excellence (think Cambridge, Stanford) have given rise to vibrant startup ecosystems. Gerard Grech is the Managing Director of the newly launched Founders at the University of Cambridge initiative which will supercharge the spin out and scaling process for Cambridge. Dive into the world where academic brilliance and entrepreneurial spirit collide...

Europe has long been at the forefront of global efforts to transition towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources. Ambitious plans such as the European Green Deal and the Fit for 55 reinforce the region's commitment to reducing hashtag#carbon emissions by 55 percent by 2030 (from 1990 levels) and achieving hashtag#netzero emissions by 2050. However, the energy transition faces new challeng...

How do you drive new sustainability practices in a company that spans the globe and has millions of customers every day, and which has suppliers across the world? Nira Johri, Chief Sustainability Officer for KFC, will talk about the company works with suppliers and across its global footprint to reach its sustainability goals. Join us to learn if sustainability leads to compromises in taste and pr...

The world is grappling with the question : how to reduce hashtag#carbon emissions to combat climate change. A crucial part of the solution will come from new startups. Chris Coleridge is founder of Carbon13, which has venture building programmes that supports and invests in scalable climate ventures. He also teaches at Cambridge Judge Business School. Chris will talk about the cleantech startup la...

As the demands on businesses increase, corporate boards have to develop skills in new areas to scrutinise and challenge the executive leadership. What are these new skills? How should boards build constructive relationships with the CEO and senior leadership team? Should you consider joining a board as a Non-Executive Director? Faculty Simon Learmount will bring his many years of experience studyi...