MagnoliaTree: Inspiring Brave Leaders

Alle sprechen über "die" Zukunft. Aber was, wenn es in Wirklichkeit Zukünfte sind? Und bereiten wir uns genügend auf diese vor? In dieser Episode spricht Sabine Gromer mit Marcel Aberle – Futurist, Autor, Keynote Speaker, ehemaliger Geschäftsführer des Zukunftsinstituts Österreich und einer der Vordenker im DACH-Raum rund um Trends, Innovation und strategische Vorausschau. Es geht im Ges...

In dieser Episode spricht Christina Huber mit Tina Deutsch – Unternehmerin, Vorständin und Co-Gründerin des KONTEXT Instituts für Klimafragen und eine Frau, die Brücken baut, wo andere Gräben sehen. Wie schaffen wir eine gemeinsame Gesprächsbasis in einer Gesellschaft, die sich scheinbar immer weiter auseinander bewegt? Tina teilt ihre Erfahrungen aus der Arbeit des KONTEXT Instituts und spricht o...

In this episode of the Inspiring Brave Leaders Podcast, Sabine Gromer speaks with Gregor Sieber – software industry veteran with over 20 years of experience and most recently Managing Director at CloudFlight Austria. Gregor brings a rare combination of deep technical expertise and sharp strategic thinking to one of the most pressing questions facing leaders today: Are you truly ready for what AI i...

In dieser Folge spricht Sabine Gromer mit Andreas Raml, Director of Group IT bei Semperit , über künstliche Intelligenz, Change Leadership und die grundlegende Transformation unserer Arbeitswelt. Andreas Raml bringt über 20 Jahre internationale Führungserfahrung im IT-Bereich mit. Im Gespräch teilt er seine Erkenntnisse darüber, wie Organisationen KI strategisch einsetzen können, ohne in die typis...

What does it take to drive real systems change?  In this episode, Christina speaks with social innovator Nora Wilhelm . Nora Wilhelm is a (co-)founder of several social change initiatives, including “ collaboratio helvetica” in Switzerland, and has been recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree as well as a Swiss delegate at the UNESCO Economic and Social Development (ESD) Conference. Together, N...

In this episode of the Inspiring Brave Leaders Podcast, Christina interviews Jimmy Westerheim , a mental health advocate, Ashoka fellow, and founder of "The Human Aspect". "The Life Experience Librarian" shares his personal journey far beyond these job descriptions, including his own struggles with mental health, the impact of his upbringing, his time in Afghanistan with "...

In dieser Episode von Inspiring Brave Leaders spricht Sabine Gromer mit Michael Spiekermann, Klimaaktivist, ehemaliger Sprecher von Fridays for Future Österreich und Student der Umweltpolitik an der LSE, über Mut, Widerstand und die Kraft sozialer Bewegungen. Erfahren Sie, wie Michael den Klimaschutz zu seiner Lebensaufgabe gemacht hat und welche Herausforderungen er dabei in der Politik und Gesel...

In this episode of Inspiring Brave Leaders , Sabine Gromer interviews Phil Andrew, former FBI special agent and expert in crisis negotiations and counterterrorism. Phil shares his extensive experience and insights from handling complex crisis situations, focusing on the critical link between leadership and negotiation skills. Throughout their discussion, Phil explains how his early family life and...

In dieser Episode von "Inspiring Brave Leaders" spricht Tim Noldin, Gründer von Coachfident, erfahrener Coach und Wirtschaftspsychologe, über seine Einsichten und Erfahrungen in der Coaching-Industrie. Erfahren Sie, wie Tim den Karriereberatungsmarkt mit seinem innovativen Ansatz transformieren möchte und welche Rolle die Qualitätssicherung in der Auswahl von Coaches spielt. Im Verlauf d...

In the thought-provoking episode  Sabine Gromer explores the dynamic world of future technologies with Matt O'Neill . As a global AI keynote speaker and prolific author, O'Neill draws on his extensive experience in marketing and communications to offer unique insights.  This dialogue ventures into the realms of the Future of Work, Leadership, and Technology, underpinned by O'Neill&a...

This episode highlights the transformative power of ethical leadership education, showcasing how it equips young individuals with the skills to lead with integrity and initiate positive change. It serves as a testament to the significance of ethical leadership in today's world, offering valuable insights for anyone interested in personal development and making a meaningful impact. In the late...

Join us for an enthralling conversation with Indy Johar , the creative force behind Dark Matter Labs and Wiki House Foundation. As an architect and strategic designer, Indy has persistently challenged societal norms, urging us to reevaluate our approaches to language, finance, and ownership. His innovative work and perspectives have garnered him the prestigious London Design Medal for Innovation....

During this episode, our host Sabine Gromer talks to Jenny Hoffmann – an executive at W.L. Gore & Associates, or as you might know it, Gore-Tex. She offers an insider's perspective on Gore’s unique culture: how the lattice structure works, what environmental stewardship means, and the sustainable practices that distinguish this $4.8 billion company.

In this episode, we will dive into the subject of top-leadership job sharing together with our special guests, Nicole Reitinger and Gerhard Müller, representing Ikea Austria . You can listen to how they not only made this modern concept work but also successfully implemented changes that elevated their store in the center of Vienna to one of the top 5 branches worldwide. Tune in to learn about the...

In dieser Folge nehmen Host Sabine Gromer und Annemarie Schlack von Amnesty International Austria folgende Themen in den Fokus: -) Welchen Stellenwert das Verinnerlichen und Verteidigen unserer Menschenrechte einnimmt -) Pragmatischer Aktivismus  -) Leadership in einer internationalen NGO Es ist ein einzigartiger Einblick hinter die Kulissen des Arbeitsalltags bei Amnesty. 

During this episode our Founder, Sabine Gromer, and Verena Gruber-Sytchev discuss the following subjects: ⁃Military Leadership: Wars and the concept of borders   ⁃Identity crisis  ⁃Different interpretations of legitimacy ⁃Power and fear  Verena Gruber-Sytchev is a business consultant today working at Fifty1. She has completed her Ph. D. at King's College London's Defence Studies Departme...

Anders Larsen holds a candidatus magisterii in History and English. His specialization is in the formation of identity in contemporary culture and he is a lecturer at the Danish Institute for Study Abroad in Copenhagen. Besides that, he curates exhibitions and consults for various organizations. Alongside his academic career, Anders actively participates in the public debate in Denmark on topics s...

Was ist für die Karriere entscheidend? Wie treffe ich als ArbeitgeberIn beim Einstellen mutige Entscheidungen, und wie sieht‘s mit dem Gehalt aus? Stephanie Schorp ist eine der renommiertesten HeadhunterInnen Deutschlands - im Gespräch mit Sabine Gromer gibt sie Einblicke, was sich in den obersten Etagen der Wirtschaft abspielt. Ein paar wichtige Punkte: - ab 10:00 Das Alter 50 bis Mitte 50 und de...

Augustine Pasin and Qi Zhang talk about eastern philosophy and leadership. Qi is a leadership coach and culture change expert . During this episode, you will learn about the iChing wisdom and how to apply it in the leadership field.

With the occasion of IWD, our Host - Augustin Pasin - invites Sabine Gromer , Elke Pichler , and Daliana Ilies to talk about the revolutionary women of the 20th century that achieved an enormous deal for women's rights and, of course, how we came to celebrate International Women's Day.

Elke currently runs the Leadership Academy initiative. Augustine and Elke are co-workers and friends at MagnoliaTree. Together, they explore the theory of adaptive and apply it to the case study of Gandalf from Lord of The Rings.

Reflecting on previous podcast episodes, Sabine Gromer and Augustine Pasin discuss their key takeaways of the past year. To cite one: The journey of developing an advanced leadership style or model is very personal; By revising your individual strengths and weaknesses and refining what you're good at, everyone can develop their very own leadership capabilities. But what does it really mean to...

Elke Pichler is a consultant, trainer, and coach. She is the founder of Impactory - the largest Austrian donation platform and YTILI Fellow 2021/22. Elke studied real estate management, business administration, and business psychology, is a trained personality trainer and systemic coach. In these roles, she accompanies various organizations, lectures at universities, and mentors students and found...

Dr. Donna Hicks is an Associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University. She facilitated dialogues in numerous unofficial diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Colombia, Cuba, Libya, and Syria.  Hicks was a consultant to the BBC in Northern Ireland, where she co-facilitated a television series, Facing the Truth, with Archbishop Desmond Tutu....

Paul Pasin was the COO of Radio Flyer , a family-owned children’s ride-on toy company based out of Chicago. After retiring a few years ago, he took on an executive position at the Archdiocese of Chicago, helping to guide their catholic school system during the pandemic. He is passionate about value-driven leadership and inspiring ethical practices in the workplace. He is also my father.  During th...