The Leadership Learns Podcast

Listen as Alissa Hsu Lynch shares her learns transitioning away from a traditional executive career path, following the infamous tech layoffs of 2023, to her current role serving on multiple boards across diverse sectors. Recognized by Fierce Healthcare as one of the most influential minority healthcare executives, Alissa currently serves on the Board of Directors of The Honest Company and Pulmonx...

Hear from Ben Wilson, Chief Strategy and External Affairs Officer at National Grid, on how he approaches strategic excellence within one of the world's largest investor-owned utilities companies. Committed to working towards net zero and achieving a transition to clean energy by 2035, in this episode learn why trust, purpose, and clarity, can drive lasting change. Discussions in the episode:...

Find out how leaders can build purpose-driven organizations with Ed Mitzen, founder of Fingerpaint, philanthropist, and author of "Wealthy and White: Why Rich Guys Like Me Have to Show Up, Step Up, and Give Others a Hand Up."  Advocating for companies to move beyond transactional philanthropy, learn the key to creating widespread community engagement for lasting societal impact. Ed is al...

Hear from the world’s leading expert on Change Enthusiasm®, Cassandra Worthy, on how leaders can achieve growth by harnessing the power of emotion. In this episode, Cassandra discusses the intricacies of change management, including how to build organizational emotional resilience and why it should be at the centre of the L&D agenda. Discussions in the episode: Why the linear model of change n...

Hear from Rachael Edmondson-Clarke, the leadership behavioural expert, as she shares her advice on how leaders can unlock high performance. From the importance of sleep and establishing consistent habits, to recognising the first warning signs of professional burnout - this interview has it all! Discussions in the episode: The power of restoration: physical, social and biological Link between well...

Learn from Sirma Boshnakova, the former CEO of Allianz Partners turned Board Member of Allianz SE, as she reflects on her most significant leadership lessons within her role in reshaping the insurance industry.  In this wide-spanning discussion, Sirma explains her philosophy of embracing challenges as catalysts for growth, and why some of her biggest learnings have been brought about by uncertaint...

With the pace of technological advancements accelerating at an unprecedented rate, join Professor Pinar Ozcan from the Said Business School as she explores the balancing act between innovation and entrepreneurship.  Along with discussing how disruptive technologies are causing the boundaries between industries to disappear, Pinar answers one of the biggest questions right now: does global AI regul...

Hear from Rory Sutherland, the Vice Chairman Of Ogilvy UK on how organisations can use behavioural science to drive outstanding performance. As the author of the best-selling book ‘Alchemy, The Surprising Power of Ideas Which Don't Make Sense’, Rory also writes regular columns for the Spectator, Market Leader and Impact. Find out more about the common mistakes companies make, the role prestig...

Learn from Nicki Lyons, Chief Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Officer at Vodafone UK on how to create a successful external communications strategy. Having previously held senior roles at Walgreen Boots Alliance, Unilever and PepsiCo, Nicki delves into the dangers of being risk adverse, the distinction between internal and external communications and how to achieve successful change managem...

Discover how to foster a culture of innovation and learning with Tami Rosen, the Chief People Officer of Pagaya. Tami has pioneered groundbreaking initiatives focused on the advancement of underrepresented communities, to include Wall Street's inaugural and the award-winning LGBTQ+ Ally Program at Goldman Sachs. Find out the common mistakes companies make, the future challenges of creating a...

Hear from Ross Muken, the CFO and COO of SOPHiA GENETICS on how AI is transforming the healthcare industry.  With the rate of innovation within healthcare happening at an exponential rate, find out how C-suite leaders can balance strategic direction, emerging technologies and profitability. Discussions in the episode: Future predictions and applications for AI  Hiring challenges within specialised...

Hear from the Chief Strategy Officer at the digital insurance unicorn wefox, Maren Schlieper, on how companies can scale through hypergrowth. Having worked for the likes of Groupon and Paypal, Maren discusses how start-ups can steer clear of the treacherous "Valley of Death”, and shares her learns from multiple M&A's. Discussions in the episode: The barriers to successful scaling How...

Hear from Tom Keith-Roach, President of AstraZeneca UK, who shares insights of his 20-year journey at AstraZeneca infusing competitive advantage and high performing teams across global, regional and local roles in the organisation. From the key strategies that ensure alignment throughout the organization, to the art of making difficult decisions in times of crisis, discover why Tom believes that l...

In this episode, hear from Claudia Sestini, the CMO of global marketing effectiveness and foresight consultancy, Gain Theory – a WPP company.  Claudia’s impressive two-decade career spans entertainment, publishing, and digital media. She has launched, repositioned, and grown several brands including Comedy Central, southparkstudios.co.uk, and Gain Theory.  From creating sustainable business growth...

Join Ronan Dunne, independent Chairman of the Board of Six Nations Rugby as he shares his experiences and lessons learned during his time as the longest serving CEO in the British telecom industry. From the future of Six Nations Rugby, to building resilience and facing crises, find out the questions every CEO should be asking themselves when it comes to leadership.  Don't miss out on this tho...

Master the 7 rules of power with Jeffrey Pfeffer, an American business theorist and Professor of Organizational Behavior at Stanford University. Considered to be one of today’s most influential management thinkers, in this episode we uncover the remarkable ways power can be harnessed through confidence, challenging conventional wisdom, and forging network connections to create real organizational...

Discover ways to boost productivity in your business with Lisa Bodell, the acclaimed author and CEO of FutureThink.  As a futurist and expert on the topic of innovation and simplicity, Lisa serves as a global council member of the World Economic Forum and has helped thousands of senior leaders ignite innovation at organisations including Bloomberg, Pfizer, and Lockheed Martin. From the creation of...

Find out how to build a personal brand with Amelia Sordell, the personal branding expert and founder of personal brand agency, Klowt. Having amassed views of over 40 million on her thought leadership, Amelia is on a mission to revolutionize the way Tech Startup Founders and FTSE Leadership teams create personal brands that yield tangible results.  Are you ready to embark on your personal brand jou...

We dive into the world of entrepreneurship with Melinda Emerson aka. SmallBizLady. With a trailblazing career as a former New York Times columnist, bestselling author, keynote speaker, and marketing expert, find out from Melinda the questions every small business owner should be asking themselves. On a mission to put an end to small business failure, Melinda has been recognized by LinkedIn as a to...

Discover how to master the art of public speaking & virtual. In this episode, we’re joined by Lorraine Lee, a virtual keynote speaker extraordinaire, who has captivated audiences worldwide and is recognized as a Top Virtual Speaker by ReadWrite. With the statistic that 82% of buyers check out sellers on LinkedIn before responding to their prospecting efforts, find out how to avoid common pitfa...

In this episode we delve deep into the enigmatic world of Imposter Syndrome, with Caroline Flanagan, The Imposter Syndrome Coach and internationally renowned keynote speaker.  Caroline reveals the secrets to overcoming Imposter Syndrome and creating a culture that embraces self-doubt. Prepare to be empowered as she shares invaluable practical advice and debunks the myths surrounding what it takes...

In this episode, we hear from Shelley Zalis, CEO of The Female Quotient, on why it’s time we throw the equality handbook out the window and start tackling the gender gap head-on! Zalis is a trailblazing pioneer for online research, making history as the first female chief executive ranked in the research industry’s top 25. In her role at The Female Quotient, she has united over a million women acr...

In this episode, we dive into the wild world of fundraising with Kerry Murphy, Founder and CEO of The Fabricant, a ground-breaking decentralized digital fashion house. Discover Kerry's insights on choosing the right investors, positioning yourself to stay ahead of the innovation curve, and the crucial role of vulnerability and transparency with investors.  With The Fabricant redefining the wa...

Sarah Levy, CEO of Betterment, and Ex COO of Viacom (home to entertainment brands, including MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, and Paramount Channel) shares the hacks behind her immensely successful career. Through a series of senior leadership roles, overseeing iconic brands like MTV and Comedy Central, discover how Sarah led world-class IP like SpongeBob and South Park beyond the TV screen and i...

Join Chris Walker, Founder and CEO of Refine Labs, as he shares his top tips on how leaders can create a best-in-class B2B marketing strategy that creates demand and revolutionizes the way you think about your customers.  Discussions in the episode: Challenging the revenue scaling model: creating demand first What is dark social? How to capture demand and move customers into the buying cycle Seein...