The Future Of Teamwork with Dane Groeneveld

In this episode of the LEAD3R Lab mini-series, Dane Groeneveld chats with Heather Conklin, CEO of Torch, about why caring for people as humans first builds the trust and resilience teams need to thrive. Heather shares the early teamwork lessons that shaped her leadership style, what it was like stepping into the CEO role at Torch, and how she guided her team through a period of rapid transformatio...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld interviews Ed Boudrot, CEO & Founder of Human Ignition, to explore how leadership and teamwork are evolving in the age of AI. Dane and Ed discuss how leaders can balance solving problems with amplifying what already works, leveraging AI for better cultural and leadership fit, and why communication and human connection matter more than...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld interviews Nogol Madani, Founder & CEO of Glee Factor, to talk about how to future-proof teams for the age of AI. Dane and Nogol go deep into the concept of psychological safety – what it really means, why it’s misunderstood, and how it can make or break collaboration, innovation, and trust. Nogol shares why leaders must design low-st...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld chats with Greg Hulsizer, Executive Coach, Consultant, and Speaker, about building stronger teams through gratitude, curiosity, and genuine human connection. He shares how leaders can get closer to their team’s day-to-day reality through unique exercises like a “This Seems Stupid to Me” contest and “Black Cloud” meetings. Plus, he shares...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld talks with Scott Morris, Founder and CEO of PropulsionAI, to explore the future of HR and the groundbreaking role of AI as a teammate. Scott shares how his unconventional career path – from LAPD officer to C-level HR executive to tech founder – inspired him to create Athena, an AI-powered coach designed to help managers hire smarter, lead...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld interviews Cerys Goodall, Founder of The Goods, about technology, communication, and how the world is changing today with the advancement of AI.  Together, they cover how to hire and coach for emotional intelligence and values, why celebrating the “weird and wonderful” leads to stronger, more authentic teams, and how fear masquerades as am...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld chats with Sabina Nawaz, CEO Coach & Advisor, keynote speaker, and author of You’re The Boss, to explore how pressure – not power – is what corrupts leadership. Sabina shares her powerful personal story of how she went from a once-compassionate manager at Microsoft to someone she no longer recognized under the crushing weight of work,...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld talks with Dan Tocchini, Co-Founder of Take New Ground, a consulting firm focused on maximizing organizational performance and efficiency. Dan breaks down how most workplace conflict stems from unspoken needs, unmet expectations, and the fear of rocking the boat. Dan explores the high cost of avoiding hard conversations and how leaders can...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld chats with Roit Feldenkreis, a globally recognized orchestral conductor, performance coach, public speaker, and CEO of BHZ Consulting. Roit shares how the skills she honed on the conductor’s podium, building trust in minutes, leading without micromanaging, and uniting world-class talent around a shared vision, translate directly to high-p...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld welcomes back author and collaboration expert Leo Bottary to dive into the second edition of his book Peernovation . With experience working with over 800 groups and teams, Leo shares what he's learned about the dynamics that make high-performing teams thrive – focusing on continuous improvement and celebration, learning (both intent...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld sits down with Cheri Torres and Jackie Stavros, co-authors of Conversations Worth Having and co-founders of the Conversations Worth Having Institute. Cheri and Jackie share how their 25-year journey with Appreciative Inquiry led them to a powerful framework for transforming communication in teams, communities, and everyday life. Together,...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld chats with Tony Martignetti, Chief Illumination Officer at Inspired Purpose Partners, TEDx speaker, and author of Climbing the Right Mountain and Campfire Lessons for Leaders. Tony shares his unconventional journey from biotech finance executive to leadership coach and storyteller, driven by a personal experience with burnout and disconne...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld sits down with Van Lai-DuMone, founder and CEO of worksmart Advantage and author of What If Pigs Can Fly? to explore how creativity can transform the workplace. Dane and Van explore the power of divergent and convergent thinking, how to build psychological safety through play, and why the “worst idea ever” might be the best place to start...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld interviews Jenna Cohen, Senior Vice President of Team Effectiveness at LEAD3R. They have a thoughtful discussion on the evolving role of organizational development and how effective teams are designed, not just built. Dane and Jenna explore why proactive planning and culture-setting are key to long-term success, how to create the right con...

In this thought-provoking episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld chats with Andrea Mohamed, COO and co-founder of Quantum Bloom, to discuss how we can create more inclusive, human-centered workplaces – especially for women entering STEM careers. Together, they uncover the disconnect between how organizations say they value people and how they actually treat them – and why today’s emerg...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane sits down with Massimo Backus, author of Human First, Leader Second, and founder of Massimo Backus Leadership. Massimo shares his journey of discovering self-compassion after a humbling experience in leadership and how that shaped how he now approaches leadership with self-awareness and self-compassion. Massimo advocates for emotional fluency within...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld interviews Jamie Woolf, co-founder and CEO of Creativity Partners, to talk about how creativity, play, and a little bit of spaciousness can transform how teams connect and problem-solve. Jamie shares stories from her decades-long career in organizational psychology, including her time shaping Pixar’s creative culture, and explains how crea...

How often do you genuinely listen—picking up not just on what’s said, but on what’s left unsaid? For many teams, listening is overlooked, even though it shapes how people connect, lead, and adapt to change. In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld speaks with Oscar Trimboli, author of How to Listen and Head of Coaching Faculty at the Marketing Academy. Together, they explore the...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld chats with Michelle Coulson, Chief Remote Rebel and founder of Remote Rebellion. Calling in from Bulgaria, Michelle shares her unconventional journey from traditional recruiter to remote work advocate – and why she decided she was never going back to the office after a taste of remote life in Bali. Michelle opens up about the real challen...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld sits down with Steve Cadigan, first Chief HR Officer at LinkedIn and author of Workquake . Steve shares his unexpected journey from a history major with zero interest in business to becoming a globally recognized HR executive. From recruiting at Esprit to scaling LinkedIn from 400 to 4,000 employees, Steve reflects on the lessons learned...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld chats with Marion Anderson, founder of The Fearless PX, founding member of the Performance Innovation Collection, co-host of The Elephant in the Org Podcast, and PhD researcher. Marion brings her global HR background, retail roots, and passion for making work “suck less” to the table as she dives into the messy middle of hybrid work, psyc...

 In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld sits down with Kevin Torf, Managing Partner at T2 Tech Group and author of Getting the Job Done . Kevin shares how early lessons in electronics—and a mindset shaped by resourcefulness—led him to develop a pragmatic approach to team leadership and project delivery. Together, they explore his agile-inspired “PROJECTS” framework, reflecting...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld sits down with Francie Jain, founder of Terawatt, to explore how coaching can transform organizations. Francie explains how Terawatt’s coaching model helps teams build stronger communication, reduce burnout, and create more supportive workplace cultures. Dane and Francie highlight the growing demand for coaching for people in transition,...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld sits down with AI innovator Tomas Kvedaravicius to chat about the intersection of AI, teamwork, and humanity. Tomas brings decades of experience in the tech industry, including 25 years at IBM, and shares his optimistic take on how AI will shape the future of work — for the better. Dane and Tomas discuss how AI and human creativity can co...

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork , Dane Groeneveld speaks with Maggie Jackson—journalist, social critic, and author of Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure —about the power of not knowing and how it shapes collaboration, leadership, and human connection. Together, they explore how modern work environments often reward certainty and speed, even when deeper thinking is needed. M...