ROAR Mindset: Leading Through Chaos

In this episode of ROAR Mindset, Peter Brandenburger sits down with Ousmane Diallo, innovation strategist, systems thinker, and author of The Cognitive Revolution: Navigating the Algorithmic Age of Artificial Intelligence . While their conversation begins with artificial intelligence, it quickly becomes something much deeper. Together, Peter and Ousmane explore what it means to lead in a world whe...

In this episode of ROAR Mindset, Peter Brandenburger sits down with Jayadevi Matt, an Engineering Director in Intel's Silicon and Platform Engineering Group, a certified coach, and the Global Asia Region Ambassador of the Women at Intel Network. Jaya shares how she has navigated organizational change, family milestones, health challenges, and leadership transitions while continuing to lead with op...

In this episode of ROAR Mindset: Leading through Chaos , I sit down with Mike Uhl, a senior technology executive and advisor with more than 30 years of leadership experience across global engineering, software, and platform organizations. Mike shares stories from across his career, from early failures that required full system redesigns to high-stakes programs that demanded focus, collaboration, a...

In Part 2 of this conversation with Lynette Winter, we move into how leaders apply these ideas in real situations. We explore how leaders can leverage vulnerability, not having all the answers, to unlock the intelligence of their team and create space for better thinking. Lynette shares a powerful reframe on conflict: people are always trying to get their needs met, and when leaders shift to findi...

In this conversation with Lynette Winter, we explore how leaders show up in moments that matter. Lynette shares her perspective on reducing unnecessary suffering in teams by creating environments where people can both perform and feel a sense of belonging. We dive into how leadership starts within, and how a leader’s ability to regulate themselves directly impacts the team around them. We also exp...

Summary In this episode of ROAR Mindset: Leading through Chaos, Peter Brandenburger sits down with Anil Kumar, Principal Engineer and System Architect at Intel, to explore what technical leadership means and why its lessons apply to every leader navigating complexity. Anil explains that technical leaders are not just expert problem solvers. They are accelerators for others. Their role is to elevat...

In Part 2 of the conversation with Chris Kelly, he shares his experiences and insights from his time at Intel, with a particular focus on his leadership role in Malaysia. He discusses the importance of building trust, the challenges of managing projects, and the significance of honesty in leadership. Kelly emphasizes the need for authentic relationships, and you might be intrigued by his leadershi...

In Part 1 of this ROAR Mindset conversation, Peter speaks with Chris Kelly, a global technology leader with 28 years of experience at Intel. Chris shares how stepping into new spaces, both in life and in leadership, taught him to lead with clarity, honesty, and presence. They explore what Chris learned after leaving corporate life, how long-distance walking shaped his understanding of pace and age...

In this episode, Peter Brandenburger speaks with Josh Newman, Vice President at Intel, who led the creation of Project Athena and the subsequent launch of the Intel® EVO™ brand. Josh shares how the PC industry reached a moment where the old innovation approach no longer applied, and how he and his team stepped into that disruption with curiosity and a user-centered mindset. Josh describes how Proj...

When people development and business growth happen together, we all win. In this ROAR Mindset episode, host Peter Brandenburger talks with Delena Gutierrez, a certified coach with 17 years of corporate leadership experience, including senior and executive roles leading teams through growth and transition. She has seen up close what it takes to lead with courage and self-compassion, including her t...

In this episode, Peter Brandenburger speaks with Steve Porter about leading through disruption by strengthening customer relationships. Together, they explore how curiosity, empathy, and courage help leaders uncover what customers truly need, collaborate to innovate, and make confident decisions when the path ahead is uncertain. Steve reflects on lessons learned from turning discarded components i...

True strength begins within. In this episode of ROAR Mindset, host Peter Brandenburger talks with Addy Roff, a Certified Integral Coach, consultant, and marketing leader with more than twenty years of experience in the tech industry. Addy combines Integral Coaching and Product Marketing to help leaders build awareness, courage, and connection. Together, they explore what it means to lead from with...

Harmony in leadership is not about agreement. It is about understanding. In this episode of the ROAR Mindset, host Peter Brandenburger speaks with Ahmed Omer, a global technology leader who brings calm and connection to complex environments. Ahmed shares how he creates alignment among diverse teams by listening deeply, clarifying intent, and focusing on shared purpose. He reminds us that most conf...

ROAR Mindset: Leading Through Chaos Playing A Powerful Leadership Game with Archana Sundareshan. In this episode of Roar Mindset: Leading Through Chaos, host Peter Brandenburger talks with Archana Sundareshan, a versatile technologist, creative, philanthropist, and trekker. Archana shares her journey from an influential role at Intel to exploring the deeper facets of leadership through the lens of...

Leadership is a human endeavor, yet leaders often forget they are human too. In this episode of the ROAR Mindset, host Peter Brandenburger converses with Emily Hannenberg, a leadership coach with a rich background as an army officer and a consultant for senior leaders. Emily shares insights on viewing leadership as a profound human endeavor, combining confidence with humility, and the importance o...

Hamid Azimi , long-time Intel executive and now SVP at Marvell, reflects on three decades of leading technical innovation and high-performing teams. From early lessons in micromanagement to bold decisions that transformed failing programs into successes, Hamid shares stories about how trust, humility, and empowerment create a lasting impact. We discuss the importance of listening, inviting feedbac...