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In Episode 33 (Part 1) of the Leadership Luminaries Lounge Podcast, Kerry Bass and Peggy O’Neal welcome Carolynn Chalmers for a thought-provoking conversation on modern governance. This episode explores the shift from rules-based compliance to principle-driven leadership, highlighting how boards can navigate ethics, ESG, and systemic risks while creating meaningful, long-term impact. This episode...

In Part 2 of Episode 32 of the Leadership Luminaries Lounge Podcast, Kerry Bass and Peggy O’Neal continue their conversation with Keyaan J. Williams, diving deeper into purpose-driven leadership and the practical realities of governance. This episode explores how timing, materiality, and business understanding shape effective oversight, while emphasizing the importance of values, counsel, and cons...

In Episode 32 (Part 1) of the Leadership Luminaries Lounge Podcast, Kerry Bass and Peggy O’Neal sit down with Keyaan J. Williams to explore the foundations of risk governance through the lens of personal experience and purpose. Keyaan shares a compelling journey from technology and military service to cybersecurity leadership and consulting, offering powerful insights into integrity, decision-maki...

In this part 2 of our conversation with Daryl we discussed follow-up topics, including how leaders should assess acceptable personal and organizational risk when pursuing purpose-driven change and whether misaligned people should be removed. Daryl Conner is a renowned expert in organizational change with over fifty years of experience advising senior leaders and change practitioners across leading...

In this episode of Leadership Luminaries Lounge, host Kerry L. Bass and co-host Peggy O’Neal sit down with renowned change expert Daryl Conner to explore how leaders navigate large-scale transformation. Drawing from decades of research, Conner explains why human and organizational responses to change are remarkably consistent across industries and cultures. The conversation breaks down how leaders...

Welcome back to the Leadership Luminaries Lounge™. In this second part of the conversation, hosts Kerry Bass and Peggy O'Neal continue their rich and thought-provoking dialogue with Dan Moore Jr., CEO and President of the APEX Museum. Building on the foundation laid in Part One, this episode dives deeper into the future of the APEX Museum. Dan A. Moore, Jr. is President and CEO of the APEX (Af...

In Episode 30 of the Leadership Luminaries Lounge™ Podcast, hosts Kerry L. Bass and Peggy O’Neal welcome Dan Moore Jr., President and CEO of the APEX Museum. Together, they explore what it means to lead with humanity, integrity, and purpose. The conversation reframes history as a shared human experience while examining community, culture, and future-focused leadership. This episode invites listene...

In Part 2 Kerry and Peggy enlightening discussion with Dr. Shamim Bodhanya, Managing Director of The Leadership Dialogue (South Africa), we explore the role of futures thinking, strategic foresight, sustainability, and the complex challenges facing modern leaders. The conversation dives into embodied knowing, systemic transformation, and how leaders can navigate uncertainty with wisdom, ethics, an...

In Episode 29, Part 1 of this two-part dialogue, hosts Kerry L. Bass and Peggy O’Neal welcome Dr. Shamim Bodhanya to the Leadership Luminaries Lounge for a rich exploration of leadership rooted in non-duality, systems thinking, and integrated human development. Their conversation traces Dr. Bodhanya’s global journey and philosophical foundation, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of wick...

In this episode, Dr. Charles Dhanaraj explores the courageous mindset leaders need to thrive in times of uncertainty. The conversation highlights how moral courage and strategic intuition help leaders see a faint path forward and act decisively. We discuss why belonging and trust are the foundation for team confidence, and how leaders can balance vulnerability with strength to create collective se...

In this episode, Kerry and Peggy are joined by Dr. Charles Dhanaraj, who shares his personal leadership journey across 60+ countries and explores the universal challenges leaders face in uncertain times. The conversation highlights why adaptability, humility, and moral courage are essential for executives today. We discuss overcoming cultural assumptions, embracing risk, and building ‘humble confi...

In this special episode, we deliver a comprehensive wrap-up of the most impactful business leadership trends from  2025  while offering an exclusive sneak peek into what’s in store for  2026 . Join us as we synthesize the key takeaways from the past year and prepare you for the emerging strategies and challenges that will define executive success in the year to come. Contact Kerry and Peggy at: Ke...

Welcome to Part 2 of this insightful conversation on the Leadership Luminaries Lounge™ Podcast. Hosts Kerry L. Bass and Peggy O’Neal continue their discussion with Carson Funderburk, Vice President and Staff Leader at Clorox and former board member of Milo’s Tea Company. In this episode, Carson shares lessons on transformation versus sustaining leadership, the power of purpose-driven enterprises,...

Welcome to Part 1 of an inspiring conversation on the Leadership Luminaries Lounge™ Podcast. Hosts Kerry L. Bass and Peggy O’Neal sit down with Carson Funderburk, Chief of Staff and VP of Technology and Strategy for Supply Chain at Clorox. Carson shares his passion for innovation, leadership, and mentoring, offering practical insights for navigating uncertainty and driving growth. This episode exp...

In part 2 of this Episode of Leadership Luminaries Lounge™, Louise le Gat shares her insights on transformative leadership and navigating challenges with clarity and purpose. From building strong team dynamics to cultivating resilience and actionable strategies for leaders, Louise reveals how intentional leadership can create meaningful impact and drive success in today’s ever-changing business la...

In this thought-provoking episode of Leadership Luminaries Lounge™, we explore what it truly means to lead with purpose in an era of rapid transformation. From near-death awakenings to system-wide change, this conversation dives into how intuition, universal wisdom, and self-awareness can reshape leadership. Together, the hosts and their guest unpack the evolution from managing the status quo to b...

In this episode of Leadership Luminaries Lounge, we unlock the secrets to project success with insights from Lenny Omoh, a project management expert and strategic partner at Potential to Reality Consulting. The discussion highlights the importance of purpose-driven project management, emphasizing how aligning projects with organizational values can create a positive impact on the community and sta...

In Episode 25 Part 1 of the Leadership Luminaries Lounge Podcast, hosts Kerry Bass and Peggy O'Neal engage in an insightful conversation with Project Management Expert Lene Omoh. Lene shares her journey from finance to project management, highlighting her extensive experience in leading business transformations across various sectors. Lene's passion for transformation and growth is evident...

In this continuation of our conversation with Kat (Katrijn) van Oudheusden, we delve into the principles of selfless leadership and its impact on both personal and professional life. Kat shares how releasing ego and control opens the path to freedom, compassion, and authenticity. Listeners will gain practical insights into how presence—not performance—shapes true leadership. Kat (Katrijn) van Oudh...

Kat Van Oudheusden joins Kerry Bass and Peggy O’Neal to explore how authentic leadershipemerges when ego-driven striving dissolves. Through personal insight and non-dual philosophy, Kat reveals how presence, compassion, and self-awareness unlock true service. Kat (Katrijn) van Oudheusden The joyful freedom of nonduality and no-self is available to us all, right HERE, right NOW. Kat writing (includ...

In Part 2 of the Leadership Luminaries Lounge Podcast, the hosts continue their conversation with David Etienne, a seasoned certified public accountant, management consultant, and author. David brings over 30 years of experience and a wealth of global expertise shaped by his work with international development organizations and governmental agencies. The discussion delves deeper into the evolving...

In this episode of the Leadership Luminaries Lounge Podcast, Kerry and Peggy welcome David Etienne, a seasoned certified public accountant, management consultant, and author with over 30 years of experience. David is the CEO of Etienne Business Solutions and Etienne Strategic Management Consulting. The discussion revolves around the importance of purpose-driven businesses, corporate social respons...

In Part 2 of “Transcendent Leadership: Stories, Service, and the Power of Purpose,” hosts Kerry Bass and Peggy O’Neal continue the powerful conversation with Thom Van Dycke, diving deeper into frameworks that make leadership impactful and purpose-driven. Thom unpacks how the StoryBrand methodology can transform team dynamics and communication by positioning leaders as empathetic guides and their t...

In this enlightening conversation, Leadership Luminaries Lounge™ hosts Kerry Bass and Peggy O’Neal sit down with Thom Van Dycke, a former pastor turned purpose-driven business strategist, to explore the heart of leadership and legacy. With 19 years of pastoral experience and a deep commitment to fostering over 30 children, Thom brings a rare blend of empathy, authority, and wisdom to the business...

On Part 2 of Leadership Luminaries Lounge with Roderick Bremby, we dive into the courage behind tough decisions, the power of principled leadership, and how early life experiences shaped his commitment to justice and service. Listen as Bremby shares insights on navigating opposition and leading with integrity in complex times with the incorporation of the AI. Rod's journey in public service in...