Play It By Your Rules

"Pausing is like adding salt to food; it brings out depth, balance, and texture."  In this episode, I speak with Jean-Philippe Jacques , scientist-turned-mindfulness-trainer and co-director of Ressource Mindfulness , who has spent the past 30 years exploring meditation, flow, neuroscience, and leadership. Jean-Philippe, a former molecular biologist, humanitarian worker, and high-performance athlet...

“Is this a scam, a spam, or simply not for you?”  In this special solo episode, I take the mic to explore a growing concern I’ve seen across LinkedIn: shady offers, suspicious connections, and too-good-to-be-true opportunities—especially when you're job searching and vulnerable. But here’s the catch: the real question isn’t just whether it’s a scam. It’s whether it’s relevant and aligned with your...

“It’s not about your next job—it’s about where you want to be in five years.” 🌟 In this episode, I sit down with Nancy Bonamy , a career transitions coach with deep experience in the humanitarian sector—and someone who understands how closely tied our identity can be to our work. From the ICRC to expat life to building her own coaching practice, Nancy brings clarity and compassion to the often me...

"Don’t reject yourself from opportunities—let the opportunity say no to you." 🌟 In this episode, I sit down with Neha Thakkar —a bold, curious, and deeply thoughtful leader whose journey spans satellite engineering, journalism, public policy, and global mobility. From growing up in a small town in India to working with top global organizations, Neha shares candid reflections on courage, privilege...

"You are the architect of your own life. The choices you make today determine the success, energy, and fulfillment you experience tomorrow." 🌟 In this episode, I sit down with Dave Sheahan , a high-performance coach, speaker, and author who has spent 30 years helping athletes, entrepreneurs, and executives unlock their full potential. His expertise lies in mind-body health, peak performance, and...

"Mistakes don’t define you—how you respond to them does. A good leader isn’t the one who never falls, but the one who gets back up and improves every time." 🌟 In this episode, I sit down with Antonio Vegezzi , a board director, former asset management executive, and professor, whose career spans finance, governance, and academia. With decades of leadership experience, Antonio shares a 360-degree...

"Your clarity comes from taking action—not from sitting still and overthinking." 🌟 In this episode, I welcome my first expert guest, Anna Lundberg , a coach, speaker, and author who helps professionals redefine success and design a life with more freedom, flexibility, and fulfillment. After leaving a corporate career at Procter & Gamble over a decade ago, Anna has helped countless individuals...

"If you want unconventional success, take unconventional approaches." 🌟 In this episode, I reconnect with Alex Preukschat , a global leader in blockchain, digital identity, and market strategy. With over a decade of experience in the crypto space, Alex has led high-performance teams and authored multiple books on Bitcoin, blockchain, and self-sovereign identity (SSI), including Self-Sovereign Ide...

”Curiosity, courage, and living fully—these are the cornerstones of my approach to leadership and life.” 🌟 In this episode, I sit down with Stéphanie Kioutsoukis , founder of Fresh Strategy and Fresh Solutions AI, to explore the art of leading with innovation, resilience, and authenticity. Stephanie shares her journey from corporate leadership at Unilever, GSK, and Novartis to building agile, val...

“In jiu-jitsu, your instinct is to fight back under pressure, but the best thing you can do is relax, stay in the moment, and trust your technique.” 🥋 In this episode, I sit down with Adama Sanneh , CEO and Co-founder of the Moleskine Foundation, to uncover the art of leading with creativity, resilience, and humanity. Adama shares how lessons from Brazilian jiu-jitsu, the South African philosophy...

”Dream big, work hard, and align your vision with opportunity.” 🌟 In this episode, I reconnect with Vijitha Eyango , a former manager during my time at UNICEF Cameroon, whose career exemplifies resilience, reinvention, and impact. Vijitha’s journey has taken her from leadership roles at USAID, UNICEF, and in academia to founding Agriculture for Africa (A4A)—an NGO dedicated to empowering marginal...

”Fewer white papers, more whiteboards—take action and make a difference.” 🌟 In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Kimberly Gire , a visionary leader with over 30 years of experience in banking, finance, and philanthropy. As the founder of Global Women Leaders, Kimberly has harnessed her expertise in treasury and investments to champion humanitarian, development, and climate initiatives world...

”Empower people to be their best selves by encouraging creativity, supporting growth, and fostering inclusivity.” 🌟 In this heartfelt episode, I connect with Jess Markt , a global humanitarian leader and the ICRC Disability Sport & Inclusion Adviser. As a celebrated wheelchair basketball coach, Jess has transformed lives in conflict-affected countries like Afghanistan, South Sudan, and Syria....

Welcome to Leadership Insights by Meggi Rombach 🌟 Leadership isn’t just about titles or positions—it’s about growth, resilience, and leading with authenticity. Whether you’re navigating career transitions, or striving for work-life balance, this podcast is your space for inspiration and actionable advice. In each episode, I sit down with incredible leaders from diverse sectors—humanitarian, priva...

”Visionary leadership isn’t just about big ideas—it’s about perseverance, adaptability, and the courage to ask for help.” 🌟 In this thought-provoking episode, I sit down with Josh Adler , a trailblazing leader and innovator in education and entrepreneurship. As a board member of the African Leadership Academy, Josh is shaping the next generation of leaders across the continent. With a career root...

”Self-awareness, curiosity, and humility—these qualities transform leaders into forces of well-being and impact.” 🌟 In this rejuvenating episode, I connect with Donna Williams , a well-being entrepreneur, sports scientist, and mentor for women. Drawing from her extensive humanitarian career, Donna founded Emergencyoga, a platform offering free yoga resources to support those working in high-stres...

”Be curious—curiosity isn’t just an attribute, it’s the key to unlocking endless possibilities.” 🌟 In this debut episode, I sit down with Rathan Kinhal , a strategic thinker and accomplished leader with extensive experience in consulting, humanitarian work, and development. Rathan’s leadership journey spans global transformations, fostering innovation, and building high-performance teams across d...