Insigniam B.I.T.s Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:58:42 -0400 https://insigniam.com/ en-us © 2026 Insigniam B.I.T.s yes cc2438b6-7f33-5831-adab-1975b490edbc Insigniam episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) breakthrough, innovation, transformation, management, consulting, results Insigniam https://storage.buzzsprout.com/zx8w0isp4q550zrkv5ywpyoq2a3a?.jpg Insigniam B.I.T.s https://insigniam.com/ Growth Against the Grain: 1x1 with Kate Assaraf, Founder and CEO, Dip Sustainable Hair Care Growth Against the Grain: 1x1 with Kate Assaraf, Founder and CEO, Dip Sustainable Hair Care What does sustainable growth really mean in a world of rising skepticism, environmental pressure, and relentless demands to scale?

To help answer that question is Kate Assaraf, founder and CEO of Dip Sustainable Hair Care—a brand that has built loyalty and performance by deliberately rejecting many of the growth shortcuts most companies chase. 

In this episode, we’ll explore what it looks like to lead with restraint, authenticity, and conviction in markets that reward speed and volume—and what her experience reveals about trust, long-term value, and how leaders can grow without losing what makes them credible.

]]> What does sustainable growth really mean in a world of rising skepticism, environmental pressure, and relentless demands to scale?

To help answer that question is Kate Assaraf, founder and CEO of Dip Sustainable Hair Care—a brand that has built loyalty and performance by deliberately rejecting many of the growth shortcuts most companies chase. 

In this episode, we’ll explore what it looks like to lead with restraint, authenticity, and conviction in markets that reward speed and volume—and what her experience reveals about trust, long-term value, and how leaders can grow without losing what makes them credible.

]]> Buzzsprout-18615124 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1296 full false Burnout is Breaking Your Board: Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Yale School of Management Burnout is Breaking Your Board: Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Yale School of Management Yale’s Jeffrey Sonnenfeld is sounding the alarm on an accelerating crisis: boardroom burnout. The same leaders who built today’s biggest brands are now running on fumes—and if the boardroom breaks, the business follows.

As Senior Associate Dean for Leadership Studies at the Yale School of Management — and founder of the Chief Executive Leadership Institute — it’s a topic Mr. Sonnenfeld understands all too well, having advised Fortune 100 boards, counseled U.S. presidents, and built a global reputation as the conscience of corporate governance. 

In this interview, Mr. Sonnenfeld shares how directors can redesign board culture to encourage candor, dialogue, and connections—and protect leadership capacity to ensure long-term resilience. 

]]> Yale’s Jeffrey Sonnenfeld is sounding the alarm on an accelerating crisis: boardroom burnout. The same leaders who built today’s biggest brands are now running on fumes—and if the boardroom breaks, the business follows.

As Senior Associate Dean for Leadership Studies at the Yale School of Management — and founder of the Chief Executive Leadership Institute — it’s a topic Mr. Sonnenfeld understands all too well, having advised Fortune 100 boards, counseled U.S. presidents, and built a global reputation as the conscience of corporate governance. 

In this interview, Mr. Sonnenfeld shares how directors can redesign board culture to encourage candor, dialogue, and connections—and protect leadership capacity to ensure long-term resilience. 

]]> Buzzsprout-18010022 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0500 910 full false Fueling the Future: Chuck Woodside, CEO, KAAPA Ethanol Fueling the Future: Chuck Woodside, CEO, KAAPA Ethanol In a world where disruption is constant and certainty isn't guaranteed, executives are under pressure to adapt faster than ever. With new threats and risks facing the C-suite every day, how do global leaders rise to meet this complexity and move their companies forward?

To explore that question, we're  joined by Chuck Woodside, CEO of Kappa Ethanol.

For the past 23 years, Chuck has led KAPPA through rapid growth, market volatility, and cultural transformations to create a high-performing enterprise.

If you're a CXO looking for practical ways to steer your company through relentless volatility, you won't want to miss this conversation. 

]]> In a world where disruption is constant and certainty isn't guaranteed, executives are under pressure to adapt faster than ever. With new threats and risks facing the C-suite every day, how do global leaders rise to meet this complexity and move their companies forward?

To explore that question, we're  joined by Chuck Woodside, CEO of Kappa Ethanol.

For the past 23 years, Chuck has led KAPPA through rapid growth, market volatility, and cultural transformations to create a high-performing enterprise.

If you're a CXO looking for practical ways to steer your company through relentless volatility, you won't want to miss this conversation. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-17920048 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:00:00 -0400 1257 full false Driven to Disrupt: Justin Lunny, Founder & CEO, Everrati Driven to Disrupt: Justin Lunny, Founder & CEO, Everrati  In a world obsessed with the future, Justin Lunny is electrifying the past.

As founder and CEO of Everrati, Mr. Lunny is doing what legacy automakers can’t—and what most startups won’t dare: converting iconic classic cars into cutting-edge electric vehicles. 

But don’t mistake it for a gimmick. Behind Everrati’s sleek, whisper-quiet 911's and GT40's lies a bold new business model engineered for the uncertain road ahead.

In this inteview, Mr. Lunny  also offers his perspective on the latest breakthroughs in EV battery tech and how visionary startups like Everrati are accelerating the global EV transition.

]]>  In a world obsessed with the future, Justin Lunny is electrifying the past.

As founder and CEO of Everrati, Mr. Lunny is doing what legacy automakers can’t—and what most startups won’t dare: converting iconic classic cars into cutting-edge electric vehicles. 

But don’t mistake it for a gimmick. Behind Everrati’s sleek, whisper-quiet 911's and GT40's lies a bold new business model engineered for the uncertain road ahead.

In this inteview, Mr. Lunny  also offers his perspective on the latest breakthroughs in EV battery tech and how visionary startups like Everrati are accelerating the global EV transition.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-17574845 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400 1141 full false Eye on the Prize: Overcoming Uncertainty with CooperVision President Jerry Warner Eye on the Prize: Overcoming Uncertainty with CooperVision President Jerry Warner As the fog of uncertainty and disruption blankets nearly every industry and sector, leaders are prioritizing, adaptability and responsiveness in order to thrive in the face of constant change.

Few leaders embody that shift more clearly than Jerry Warner, President of CooperVision.

Since joining the company in 2012, Mr. Warner has helped shape CooperVision into one of the most resilient and forward-looking companies in the global contact lens industry. 

With deep experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods, Mr. Warner brings a unique, multi-sector perspective to the challenges of leading through disruption. In this episode, Mr. Warner shares how CooperVision is navigating uncertainty with purpose—from embedding adaptive leadership and scenario modeling into everyday decision-making, to accelerating innovation in automation and global manufacturing. 
 
 It’s a compelling look at what it means to lead with clarity and conviction in an era where the only constant is change.

]]> As the fog of uncertainty and disruption blankets nearly every industry and sector, leaders are prioritizing, adaptability and responsiveness in order to thrive in the face of constant change.

Few leaders embody that shift more clearly than Jerry Warner, President of CooperVision.

Since joining the company in 2012, Mr. Warner has helped shape CooperVision into one of the most resilient and forward-looking companies in the global contact lens industry. 

With deep experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods, Mr. Warner brings a unique, multi-sector perspective to the challenges of leading through disruption. In this episode, Mr. Warner shares how CooperVision is navigating uncertainty with purpose—from embedding adaptive leadership and scenario modeling into everyday decision-making, to accelerating innovation in automation and global manufacturing. 
 
 It’s a compelling look at what it means to lead with clarity and conviction in an era where the only constant is change.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-17360087 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:00:00 -0400 1272 full false From Burnout to Breakthrough: How AI is Empowering Nurses to Transform Patient Care From Burnout to Breakthrough: How AI is Empowering Nurses to Transform Patient Care In this episode, Insigniam consultant Ryan Jones sits down with Sarah Bell, Chief Clinical Officer at OutcomesAI, to explore the critical challenges facing the nursing profession and healthcare system—and how OutcomesAI is harnessing a powerful ensemble of LMMs and LLMs to elevate clinical performance and transform the future of patient care. 

]]> In this episode, Insigniam consultant Ryan Jones sits down with Sarah Bell, Chief Clinical Officer at OutcomesAI, to explore the critical challenges facing the nursing profession and healthcare system—and how OutcomesAI is harnessing a powerful ensemble of LMMs and LLMs to elevate clinical performance and transform the future of patient care. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-17131621 Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400 1728 full false Gen Alpha Is Coming—Is Your Business Ready? An Interview with Maria Vallis, CEO, Hypothesis Group Gen Alpha Is Coming—Is Your Business Ready? An Interview with Maria Vallis, CEO, Hypothesis Group As we speak, senior executives around the world are anticipating game-changing impacts from Gen Alpha and Gen Z as they flex their multi-trillion-dollar buying power in the years ahead. But are companies and executives truly ready for these rising generations to disrupt their executive agendas—and what should they be doing now to stay ahead? To help unpack that, we're joined by Maria Vallis, CEO of Hypothesis Group, a strategic insights and market research firm that helps brands decode consumer behavior through data analysis, qualitative research, and trend forecasting. Ms. Vallis is an expert in research-driven consulting with a deep focus on brand and communication development. 

]]> As we speak, senior executives around the world are anticipating game-changing impacts from Gen Alpha and Gen Z as they flex their multi-trillion-dollar buying power in the years ahead. But are companies and executives truly ready for these rising generations to disrupt their executive agendas—and what should they be doing now to stay ahead? To help unpack that, we're joined by Maria Vallis, CEO of Hypothesis Group, a strategic insights and market research firm that helps brands decode consumer behavior through data analysis, qualitative research, and trend forecasting. Ms. Vallis is an expert in research-driven consulting with a deep focus on brand and communication development. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-16761004 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0400 1223 full false The Power of Hyper-Personalization featuring Rita Khan, Chief Consumer Officer, Optum The Power of Hyper-Personalization featuring Rita Khan, Chief Consumer Officer, Optum In today’s AI-driven world, customer engagement has undergone a fundamental shift. Hyper-personalization—powered by real-time analytics, machine learning, and predictive intelligence—has moved from a competitive advantage to a business necessity.

In this episode, we sit down with Rita Khan, Chief Consumer Officer at Optum, to explore how hyper-personalization is reshaping consumer experiences, particularly in healthcare. Leading innovative strategies at Optum, Ms. Khan is dedicated to improving healthcare experiences, outcomes, and costs. With leadership experience at Mayo Clinic and Best Buy, she brings a unique, cross-industry perspective on why customer centricity is no longer optional—it’s essential.

]]> In today’s AI-driven world, customer engagement has undergone a fundamental shift. Hyper-personalization—powered by real-time analytics, machine learning, and predictive intelligence—has moved from a competitive advantage to a business necessity.

In this episode, we sit down with Rita Khan, Chief Consumer Officer at Optum, to explore how hyper-personalization is reshaping consumer experiences, particularly in healthcare. Leading innovative strategies at Optum, Ms. Khan is dedicated to improving healthcare experiences, outcomes, and costs. With leadership experience at Mayo Clinic and Best Buy, she brings a unique, cross-industry perspective on why customer centricity is no longer optional—it’s essential.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-16756862 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400 817 full false Vision, Grit, and Innovation: A Playbook on Leadership with Edward Jones' Principal Chris Hughes Vision, Grit, and Innovation: A Playbook on Leadership with Edward Jones' Principal Chris Hughes In this episode, Insigniam consultant Waseem Abbas reveals the tactics and strategies that empowered Chris Hughes—Principal and Division Leader at Edward Jones—to become a highly-visible and respected leader in the company. Learn how Mr. Hughes started at the ground level and worked his way into senior leadership roles over the course of 20 years with Edward Jones by leveraging inventive thinking, human intelligence, and even lessons learned as a basketball coach. 

]]> In this episode, Insigniam consultant Waseem Abbas reveals the tactics and strategies that empowered Chris Hughes—Principal and Division Leader at Edward Jones—to become a highly-visible and respected leader in the company. Learn how Mr. Hughes started at the ground level and worked his way into senior leadership roles over the course of 20 years with Edward Jones by leveraging inventive thinking, human intelligence, and even lessons learned as a basketball coach. 

]]> Buzzsprout-16456473 Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0400 1884 full false Exploring ESG & Inclusion | Episode 5: A Call to Action Exploring ESG & Inclusion | Episode 5: A Call to Action In the firth and final episode of our special series on the value and impact of environmental, sustainability, and governance (ESG) programs, Insigniam consultant and host Tracy Holloman explores how inclusive cultures boost engagement, productivity, and bottom-line success. Alongside guest and Insigniam partner Guillaume Pajeot, the pair unpack the global challenges and opportunities of inclusion, offering actionable insights for leaders shaping the future of business.

]]> In the firth and final episode of our special series on the value and impact of environmental, sustainability, and governance (ESG) programs, Insigniam consultant and host Tracy Holloman explores how inclusive cultures boost engagement, productivity, and bottom-line success. Alongside guest and Insigniam partner Guillaume Pajeot, the pair unpack the global challenges and opportunities of inclusion, offering actionable insights for leaders shaping the future of business.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-16229673 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500 538 full false Exploring ESG & Inclusion | Episode 4: The Magic of Advocacy Exploring ESG & Inclusion | Episode 4: The Magic of Advocacy In the fourth episode of our special series on the value and impact of environmental, sustainability, and governance (ESG) programs, Insigniam consultant and host Tracy Holloman explores leadership advocacy and the importance of fostering inclusivity to unlock breakthrough performance. Joined by fellow Insigniam colleagues Diane Gabriel, Guillaume Pajeot, and Raul Tuset, the group examines the role of support and empowerment in sustaining inclusion, with real-world examples of how diverse teams contribute to organizational success. 

]]> In the fourth episode of our special series on the value and impact of environmental, sustainability, and governance (ESG) programs, Insigniam consultant and host Tracy Holloman explores leadership advocacy and the importance of fostering inclusivity to unlock breakthrough performance. Joined by fellow Insigniam colleagues Diane Gabriel, Guillaume Pajeot, and Raul Tuset, the group examines the role of support and empowerment in sustaining inclusion, with real-world examples of how diverse teams contribute to organizational success. 

]]> Buzzsprout-16233504 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0500 575 full false Exploring ESG & Inclusion | Episode 3: The Cost of Exclusion Exploring ESG & Inclusion | Episode 3: The Cost of Exclusion In the third installment of our special series on the value and impact of environmental, sustainability, and governance (ESG) programs, Insigniam consultant and host Tracy Holloman explores the cost of a non-inclusive workplace, from financial losses to cultural misunderstandings. Joined by Insigniam partner June Zeringue and client manager Thi-Sone Lo, the trio discuss the importance of fostering trust, safety, and inclusion through intentional curiosity, addressing cultural differences, and adapting virtual and in-person meeting practices. 

]]> In the third installment of our special series on the value and impact of environmental, sustainability, and governance (ESG) programs, Insigniam consultant and host Tracy Holloman explores the cost of a non-inclusive workplace, from financial losses to cultural misunderstandings. Joined by Insigniam partner June Zeringue and client manager Thi-Sone Lo, the trio discuss the importance of fostering trust, safety, and inclusion through intentional curiosity, addressing cultural differences, and adapting virtual and in-person meeting practices. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-16230217 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500 899 full false Exploring ESG & Inclusion | Episode 2: Creating a Sustainable Culture Exploring ESG & Inclusion | Episode 2: Creating a Sustainable Culture In the second episode of a five-part special series on the value and impact of environmental, sustainability, and governance (ESG) programs, Insigniam consultant and host Tracy Holloman introduces the significance of sustainability and inclusion in organizational culture. Joined by fellow Insigniam consultants Waseem Abbas and Ryan Jones, the trio discusses how intentional inclusion fosters self-expression, collaboration, and higher performance. They also explore the tangible business benefits, highlighting how inspired, valued employees drive unprecedented results and strengthen company culture.

]]> In the second episode of a five-part special series on the value and impact of environmental, sustainability, and governance (ESG) programs, Insigniam consultant and host Tracy Holloman introduces the significance of sustainability and inclusion in organizational culture. Joined by fellow Insigniam consultants Waseem Abbas and Ryan Jones, the trio discusses how intentional inclusion fosters self-expression, collaboration, and higher performance. They also explore the tangible business benefits, highlighting how inspired, valued employees drive unprecedented results and strengthen company culture.

]]> Buzzsprout-16229992 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500 1215 full false Webasto's Transformative Turnaround with Brad Ring, CEO, Webasto Americas Webasto's Transformative Turnaround with Brad Ring, CEO, Webasto Americas In 2021, automotive supplier Webasto Americas hit a bump in the road when supply chain woes and quality control issues impacted their launch of an innovative roof program with a major automaker. That is, until Brad Ring—an industry leader with a reputation for driving results—took the wheel.

Fast forward to 2024, and Webasto is roaring back. With bold leadership, streamlined operations, and a culture reboot, the company is reclaiming its edge and steering toward growth.

How did they pull it off? Dive into the transformation journey as Mr. Ring reveals his strategies for turning challenges into opportunities and shares his vision for the future of mobility. 

]]> In 2021, automotive supplier Webasto Americas hit a bump in the road when supply chain woes and quality control issues impacted their launch of an innovative roof program with a major automaker. That is, until Brad Ring—an industry leader with a reputation for driving results—took the wheel.

Fast forward to 2024, and Webasto is roaring back. With bold leadership, streamlined operations, and a culture reboot, the company is reclaiming its edge and steering toward growth.

How did they pull it off? Dive into the transformation journey as Mr. Ring reveals his strategies for turning challenges into opportunities and shares his vision for the future of mobility. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-15991978 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1359 full false Exploring ESG & Inclusion | Episode 1: The "S" in ESG Exploring ESG & Inclusion | Episode 1: The "S" in ESG In this special five-part series, Insigniam consultant and host Tracy Holloman explores the "S" in ESG—focusing on inclusion and creating sustainable, inclusive workplace cultures.  In this introductory episode, she examines how intentional leadership fosters environments where all voices are heard, and practical strategies like inclusive hiring, bias training, and open dialogue empower diverse teams to drive organizational success.

]]> In this special five-part series, Insigniam consultant and host Tracy Holloman explores the "S" in ESG—focusing on inclusion and creating sustainable, inclusive workplace cultures.  In this introductory episode, she examines how intentional leadership fosters environments where all voices are heard, and practical strategies like inclusive hiring, bias training, and open dialogue empower diverse teams to drive organizational success.

]]> Buzzsprout-16234035 Tue, 14 Jan 2025 16:00:00 -0500 324 full false AI Impacts in Healthcare with Andre Harvin, Chief Pharmacy Officer, Cone Health: Part I AI Impacts in Healthcare with Andre Harvin, Chief Pharmacy Officer, Cone Health: Part I In this two-part series, Cone Health's Chief Pharmacy Officer, Andre Harvin, joins Insigniam consultant Tracy Holloman to discuss potential ways AI will transform the healthcare space.  

]]> In this two-part series, Cone Health's Chief Pharmacy Officer, Andre Harvin, joins Insigniam consultant Tracy Holloman to discuss potential ways AI will transform the healthcare space.  

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-15905104 Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500 1464 full false Creating a Growth Focused Playbook for AI: Ettienne Brandt, EVP, Commercial, Frontier Communications Creating a Growth Focused Playbook for AI: Ettienne Brandt, EVP, Commercial, Frontier Communications Many enterprises view artificial intelligence as a cost-cutting tool to unlock greater efficiencies. But, can it be a revenue driver, especially in the ultra-competitive telecom industry?

To answer that question, we're joined by Ettienne Brandt, Executive Vice President of Commercial at Frontier Communications, who has over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry across cable, fiber and wireless providers.

Mr. Brandt’s leadership journey and strategic vision have been nothing short of transformative, especially in redefining the role of artificial intelligence in Frontier’s business operations. Traditionally seen as a cost-cutting tool, Mr. Brandt and Frontier saw AI’s true potential as a driver of revenue and productivity—a perspective that has revolutionized Frontier’s approach and success. 

Joining Frontier during a pivotal moment as the company emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Mr. Brandt shares his insight on how AI has bolstered transparency and efficiency, breaking down silos between sales and project management. This approach didn’t just streamline operations; it halved post-sale cancellations and reinforced Frontier’s position as a leader in customer-centric innovation. 

]]> Many enterprises view artificial intelligence as a cost-cutting tool to unlock greater efficiencies. But, can it be a revenue driver, especially in the ultra-competitive telecom industry?

To answer that question, we're joined by Ettienne Brandt, Executive Vice President of Commercial at Frontier Communications, who has over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry across cable, fiber and wireless providers.

Mr. Brandt’s leadership journey and strategic vision have been nothing short of transformative, especially in redefining the role of artificial intelligence in Frontier’s business operations. Traditionally seen as a cost-cutting tool, Mr. Brandt and Frontier saw AI’s true potential as a driver of revenue and productivity—a perspective that has revolutionized Frontier’s approach and success. 

Joining Frontier during a pivotal moment as the company emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Mr. Brandt shares his insight on how AI has bolstered transparency and efficiency, breaking down silos between sales and project management. This approach didn’t just streamline operations; it halved post-sale cancellations and reinforced Frontier’s position as a leader in customer-centric innovation. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-16082520 Tue, 03 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0500 1441 full false Part II: AI Impacts in Healthcare with Andre Harvin, Chief Pharmacy Officer, Cone Health Part II: AI Impacts in Healthcare with Andre Harvin, Chief Pharmacy Officer, Cone Health In this second installment of a two-part series, Cone Health's Chief Pharmacy Officer, Andre Harvin, joins Insigniam consultant Tracy Holloman to discuss potential ways AI will transform the healthcare space.  

]]> In this second installment of a two-part series, Cone Health's Chief Pharmacy Officer, Andre Harvin, joins Insigniam consultant Tracy Holloman to discuss potential ways AI will transform the healthcare space.  

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-15905886 Tue, 03 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500 1858 full false Perrigo’s OTC Gamechanger: Frederique Welgryn, Global Vice President, Women's Health, Perrigo Perrigo’s OTC Gamechanger: Frederique Welgryn, Global Vice President, Women's Health, Perrigo How Perrigo's Global Vice President of Women's Health, Frederique Welgryn, led the team responsible for bringing the first OTC birth control approved by the FDA to market—and the challenges and setbacks her team overcame along the way. 

]]> How Perrigo's Global Vice President of Women's Health, Frederique Welgryn, led the team responsible for bringing the first OTC birth control approved by the FDA to market—and the challenges and setbacks her team overcame along the way. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-13958956 Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1874 full false Biotech Breakthrough: How eGenesis is Pioneering a New Scientific Frontier Biotech Breakthrough: How eGenesis is Pioneering a New Scientific Frontier Following the world’s first successful xenotransplant of a genetically engineered pig kidney into a living human patient, eGenesis—a biotech company committed to transforming the treatment of organ failure—is closer than ever to accomplishing its ultimate mission: solving the global organ transplant crisis.

To get a sense of what it took to achieve this historic breakthrough, IQ spoke with eGenesis CEO, Dr. Mike Curtis, and Chief People Officer, Elizabeth Roberts, about the incredible milestone and what's next on the company's horizon. 

]]> Following the world’s first successful xenotransplant of a genetically engineered pig kidney into a living human patient, eGenesis—a biotech company committed to transforming the treatment of organ failure—is closer than ever to accomplishing its ultimate mission: solving the global organ transplant crisis.

To get a sense of what it took to achieve this historic breakthrough, IQ spoke with eGenesis CEO, Dr. Mike Curtis, and Chief People Officer, Elizabeth Roberts, about the incredible milestone and what's next on the company's horizon. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-15229422 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2086 full false Can AI Revolutionize the Art of Being Human? Can AI Revolutionize the Art of Being Human? Artificial intelligence has the potential to transform numerous industries, yet experts believe it could also elevate the best of what it means to be human. This leaves many pundits wondering: will we seize the opportunity?

Joining the discussion are special guests John Kalil and Steve Steinberg, partners at Elixirr, a global consulting firm specializing in AI, data, innovation, and end-to-end digital solutions—and parent company of Insigniam. 

With 25 years of strategy, technology, operations, and business transformation experience, Mr. Kalil often advises Elixirr clients just beginning their AI-journey. 

In addition to being a fellow Elixirr partner, Mr.  Steinberg is also CEO of Responsum, an artificial intelligence company that uses generative AI, large language models (LLMs), and other cutting-edge technology to drive business performance.

As part of Elixirr, both Mr. Kalil and Mr. Steienberg support clients seeking strategic AI guidance and bespoke generative AI solutions to drive massive growth and transformation.

]]> Artificial intelligence has the potential to transform numerous industries, yet experts believe it could also elevate the best of what it means to be human. This leaves many pundits wondering: will we seize the opportunity?

Joining the discussion are special guests John Kalil and Steve Steinberg, partners at Elixirr, a global consulting firm specializing in AI, data, innovation, and end-to-end digital solutions—and parent company of Insigniam. 

With 25 years of strategy, technology, operations, and business transformation experience, Mr. Kalil often advises Elixirr clients just beginning their AI-journey. 

In addition to being a fellow Elixirr partner, Mr.  Steinberg is also CEO of Responsum, an artificial intelligence company that uses generative AI, large language models (LLMs), and other cutting-edge technology to drive business performance.

As part of Elixirr, both Mr. Kalil and Mr. Steienberg support clients seeking strategic AI guidance and bespoke generative AI solutions to drive massive growth and transformation.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-15014998 Mon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1297 full false Cone Health EVP & CMO Chuck Wallington on the Social Capital Within ESG Programs Cone Health EVP & CMO Chuck Wallington on the Social Capital Within ESG Programs  In our second installment on how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs can create a competitive advantage for enterprises worldwide,  Insigniam consultant Tracy Holloman welcomes Dr. Chuck Wallington, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at Cone Health—a not-for-profit network of healthcare providers serving people in North Carolina—who shares his personal experience and perspective on the social aspect of ESG, and what other executives should know when investing in their own ESG programs. 

]]>  In our second installment on how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs can create a competitive advantage for enterprises worldwide,  Insigniam consultant Tracy Holloman welcomes Dr. Chuck Wallington, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at Cone Health—a not-for-profit network of healthcare providers serving people in North Carolina—who shares his personal experience and perspective on the social aspect of ESG, and what other executives should know when investing in their own ESG programs. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-14919667 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1895 full false Quantum Business Insights with Olivia Parr-Rud: The Power of Strategy Innovation Quantum Business Insights with Olivia Parr-Rud: The Power of Strategy Innovation In today’s highly interconnected economy, many businesses find themselves competing in a global marketplace. This creates a lot of pressure to continually innovate – and not just by developing new products and services. To stay competitive, businesses must continually find ways to improve their structure, processes and culture. To achieve this, innovation must be part of the overall company strategy. 

On Quantum Business Insights with Olivia Parr-Rud, Insigniam partner John Kleinman and consultant Robert Johnson share how their methods have enabled large, complex organizations to generate breakthroughs in their management results—whether that be in topline growth, strategy implementation, better profitability, or culture change. We’ll learn how to create an innovation strategy that enables enterprises to innovate through identifying new strategic frontiers, generating creativity, and executing growth opportunities on those frontiers. Together, we’ll discover how to generate unparalleled dynamic growth by combining breakthrough performance and innovation.

]]> In today’s highly interconnected economy, many businesses find themselves competing in a global marketplace. This creates a lot of pressure to continually innovate – and not just by developing new products and services. To stay competitive, businesses must continually find ways to improve their structure, processes and culture. To achieve this, innovation must be part of the overall company strategy. 

On Quantum Business Insights with Olivia Parr-Rud, Insigniam partner John Kleinman and consultant Robert Johnson share how their methods have enabled large, complex organizations to generate breakthroughs in their management results—whether that be in topline growth, strategy implementation, better profitability, or culture change. We’ll learn how to create an innovation strategy that enables enterprises to innovate through identifying new strategic frontiers, generating creativity, and executing growth opportunities on those frontiers. Together, we’ll discover how to generate unparalleled dynamic growth by combining breakthrough performance and innovation.

]]> Buzzsprout-14781836 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:00:00 -0400 3036 full false John Davison: Cultivating Cultural Intelligence John Davison: Cultivating Cultural Intelligence Having led large-scale transformations in nearly every corner of the world, CEO and board chair John Davison says adaptability, resilience, and cultural intelligence can equip corporate directors to elevate the enterprises they support.

]]> Having led large-scale transformations in nearly every corner of the world, CEO and board chair John Davison says adaptability, resilience, and cultural intelligence can equip corporate directors to elevate the enterprises they support.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-14472193 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500 1565 full false Medtronic: When Critical and Essential is Also Urgent and Important Medtronic: When Critical and Essential is Also Urgent and Important For the executive team at Medtronic—pioneers of AI-enabled medical devices—innovation is more than a buzzword, especially when actual lives are on the line. In this group interview, we'll hear from Giovanni Di Napoli, President, Endoscopy; Dr. Austin Lee Chiang, Chief Medical Officer, Endoscopy; and Ha Hong, Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Endoscopy, to better understand how the company's game-changing devices are transforming the ability for practitioners and clinicians to care for patients in ways never before possible. 

]]> For the executive team at Medtronic—pioneers of AI-enabled medical devices—innovation is more than a buzzword, especially when actual lives are on the line. In this group interview, we'll hear from Giovanni Di Napoli, President, Endoscopy; Dr. Austin Lee Chiang, Chief Medical Officer, Endoscopy; and Ha Hong, Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Endoscopy, to better understand how the company's game-changing devices are transforming the ability for practitioners and clinicians to care for patients in ways never before possible. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-14462124 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 21:00:00 -0500 1709 full false The Next Cold War: China vs. Your Bottom Line The Next Cold War: China vs. Your Bottom Line Axios' China reporter and author of Beijing Rules, Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian,on how China is leveraging capitalism to undermine Westerndemocracies—and potentially your organization.

]]> Axios' China reporter and author of Beijing Rules, Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian,on how China is leveraging capitalism to undermine Westerndemocracies—and potentially your organization.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-14014339 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0500 1778 full false Reaping the Rewards: How Emirates Creates Winning Customer Experience Reaping the Rewards: How Emirates Creates Winning Customer Experience How Dr. Nejib Ben-Khedher—head of Emirates Skyward—elevates over 30 million customer experiences worldwide, propelling the global carrier to reach stratospheric new heights.

 

]]> How Dr. Nejib Ben-Khedher—head of Emirates Skyward—elevates over 30 million customer experiences worldwide, propelling the global carrier to reach stratospheric new heights.

 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-14011997 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500 802 full false Bonduelle Fresh Americas' ESG Advantage with SVP Gretchen Grani Bonduelle Fresh Americas' ESG Advantage with SVP Gretchen Grani Bonduelle Fresh Americas' senior vice president and executive leadership team member, Gretchen Grani, shares her insights into how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs have created a competitive advantage within the U.S. division of the French multinational food company—and what other executives should know when investing in their own ESG programs. 

]]> Bonduelle Fresh Americas' senior vice president and executive leadership team member, Gretchen Grani, shares her insights into how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs have created a competitive advantage within the U.S. division of the French multinational food company—and what other executives should know when investing in their own ESG programs. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-14011227 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500 762 full false Owning the Game: Inside Butler/Till’s Radically Successful Agency Model Owning the Game: Inside Butler/Till’s Radically Successful Agency Model In this special episode, we'll hear from the executive team at Butler/Till—including board chair Kathleen Brookbanks; CEO Kimberly Jones; COO Mike Della Porta; CMO Amanda DeVito; and CFO Scott Chapman—about how the company's radically successful, employee-owned, women-governed, B Corp agency model outperforms the status quo.

]]> In this special episode, we'll hear from the executive team at Butler/Till—including board chair Kathleen Brookbanks; CEO Kimberly Jones; COO Mike Della Porta; CMO Amanda DeVito; and CFO Scott Chapman—about how the company's radically successful, employee-owned, women-governed, B Corp agency model outperforms the status quo.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-13987519 Thu, 16 Nov 2023 18:00:00 -0500 1254 full false Reinventing the Wheel: Alexis Garcin, CEO & President, Michelin North America Reinventing the Wheel: Alexis Garcin, CEO & President, Michelin North America For Michelin North America CEO and President Alexis Garcin, innovating at full throttle while ensuring the 135-year-old mobility company never relegates employees to the backseat is essential for achieving his critical results. 

]]> For Michelin North America CEO and President Alexis Garcin, innovating at full throttle while ensuring the 135-year-old mobility company never relegates employees to the backseat is essential for achieving his critical results. 

]]> Buzzsprout-13956882 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0500 1442 full false PepsiCo's Packaging Revolution With R&D SVP Denise Lefebvre PepsiCo's Packaging Revolution With R&D SVP Denise Lefebvre How PepsiCo’s SVP of Foods R&D, Denise Lefebvre, is leading the food and beverage giant towards designing packaging that’s 100% recyclable, compostable, biodegradable, or reusable by 2025—while stoking her passion for the environment along the way. 

]]> How PepsiCo’s SVP of Foods R&D, Denise Lefebvre, is leading the food and beverage giant towards designing packaging that’s 100% recyclable, compostable, biodegradable, or reusable by 2025—while stoking her passion for the environment along the way. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-13940740 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500 1356 full false Director's Cut: Irene Chang Britt's Governance Masterclass Director's Cut: Irene Chang Britt's Governance Masterclass Her career spans nearly every facet of corporate leadership. Now, as a respected board director, Irene Chang Britt sheds light on how boards can propel organizations to achieve rapid value—and why trust is a powerful asset in the boardroom.

]]> Her career spans nearly every facet of corporate leadership. Now, as a respected board director, Irene Chang Britt sheds light on how boards can propel organizations to achieve rapid value—and why trust is a powerful asset in the boardroom.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-13940151 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500 2024 full false Supercharged Results: Jean-Paul Michel, EVP, FORVIA Interiors Supercharged Results: Jean-Paul Michel, EVP, FORVIA Interiors Leadership in The Fast Lane

How FORVIA Interiors EVP Jean-Paul Michel is accelerating customer satisfaction at one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers. 

]]> Leadership in The Fast Lane

How FORVIA Interiors EVP Jean-Paul Michel is accelerating customer satisfaction at one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-13713084 Wed, 04 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2073 full false An Rx for Maximum Strength Diversity: Dr. Mary Jo Cagle and Michelle Adamolekun, Cone Health An Rx for Maximum Strength Diversity: Dr. Mary Jo Cagle and Michelle Adamolekun, Cone Health Cone Health became a nationwide DE&I leader and transformed their business and community in the process. Now, CEO Mary Jo Cagle and Chief People & Culture Officer Michelle Adamolekun share their script for unlocking powerful diversity and inclusion.  

]]> Cone Health became a nationwide DE&I leader and transformed their business and community in the process. Now, CEO Mary Jo Cagle and Chief People & Culture Officer Michelle Adamolekun share their script for unlocking powerful diversity and inclusion.  

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-13634788 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0400 2267 full false Designing An Innovation Management That Works: Julia Pence, GSK Designing An Innovation Management That Works: Julia Pence, GSK For many complex organizations, innovation management processes can help drive value creation. At multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company GSK, Julia Pence—head of portfolio and value enablement—is leading just such an endeavor. In this episode, Ms. Pence offers great insight into how and why such a process can create transformational value for an organization—as well as the risk that can arise when no formalized process exists. Her perspective is highly relevant for fellow executives seeking to design and implement an innovation process that creates real value within their respective organizations.  

]]> For many complex organizations, innovation management processes can help drive value creation. At multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company GSK, Julia Pence—head of portfolio and value enablement—is leading just such an endeavor. In this episode, Ms. Pence offers great insight into how and why such a process can create transformational value for an organization—as well as the risk that can arise when no formalized process exists. Her perspective is highly relevant for fellow executives seeking to design and implement an innovation process that creates real value within their respective organizations.  

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-13571851 Mon, 11 Sep 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1654 full false Kurt Nielsen, Ph.D: Your Teams Are As Unique as Their Fingerprints Kurt Nielsen, Ph.D: Your Teams Are As Unique as Their Fingerprints Kurt Nielsen, former CEO and president of Pharmaceutics International, Inc. (Pii),  on how the paradigm for leadership is changing, and why some CEOs still take a “one-sizefits-all” approach.

]]> Kurt Nielsen, former CEO and president of Pharmaceutics International, Inc. (Pii),  on how the paradigm for leadership is changing, and why some CEOs still take a “one-sizefits-all” approach.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-13391117 Fri, 11 Aug 2023 17:00:00 -0400 1464 full false Neil Archer, GM at Bristol Myers Squibb, on Leading Through Drastic Changes Neil Archer, GM at Bristol Myers Squibb, on Leading Through Drastic Changes Neil Archer, General Manager at Bristol Myers Squibb in Germany,  joins Insigniam podcast co-hosts Jon Ball and Marie-Caroline Chauvet to discuss how to lead an organization through drastic changes, both internally and externally.

Click here to read Mr. Archer's previous interview in the Summer 2022 issue of Insigniam Quarterly.

]]> Neil Archer, General Manager at Bristol Myers Squibb in Germany,  joins Insigniam podcast co-hosts Jon Ball and Marie-Caroline Chauvet to discuss how to lead an organization through drastic changes, both internally and externally.

Click here to read Mr. Archer's previous interview in the Summer 2022 issue of Insigniam Quarterly.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-13288112 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 15:00:00 -0400 773 full false Perfecting Her Own Paradigm: Michelle Keefe, CEO, Syneos Health Perfecting Her Own Paradigm: Michelle Keefe, CEO, Syneos Health Syneos Health CEO Michelle Keefe is shattering leadership conventions through radical transparency and crafting unforgettable employee experiences.

]]> Syneos Health CEO Michelle Keefe is shattering leadership conventions through radical transparency and crafting unforgettable employee experiences.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-13213258 Wed, 12 Jul 2023 17:00:00 -0400 1617 full false Crisis Has No Playbook: Bill Pappas, MetLife EVP and Head of Global Technology & Operations Crisis Has No Playbook: Bill Pappas, MetLife EVP and Head of Global Technology & Operations How Metlife EVP and Head of Global Technology & Operations, Bill Pappas, harnessed the magic of talent to ensure unrivaled service amid global upheaval. 

]]> How Metlife EVP and Head of Global Technology & Operations, Bill Pappas, harnessed the magic of talent to ensure unrivaled service amid global upheaval. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-12665962 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1994 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, Metlife, Bill Pappas, Organizational Culture, Talent 2 1 full false Leveraging Data-Driven Workforce Intelligence with Sam Hocking, President, and Co-Founder of Vertis Leveraging Data-Driven Workforce Intelligence with Sam Hocking, President, and Co-Founder of Vertis Sam Hocking, President, and Co-Founder of the data-driven workforce intelligence tool, Vertis, joins Insigniam consultant Tracy D. Holloman to discuss the transformation of work and how enterprises can better balance the concerns of their employees with the commitments of the organization. 

]]> Sam Hocking, President, and Co-Founder of the data-driven workforce intelligence tool, Vertis, joins Insigniam consultant Tracy D. Holloman to discuss the transformation of work and how enterprises can better balance the concerns of their employees with the commitments of the organization. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-12021682 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500 967 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, hybrid, data-driven, workforce 1 31 full false Transforming Your Future with North Star Planning Transforming Your Future with North Star Planning Alexander Alonso, General Manager of BD Benelux, joins Insigniam Consultant Aaya Hafidi to discuss the importance of a North Star for an organization, and keeping an eye on building the future. 

There is no crystal ball for the future, but with an end goal in mind, we can build scenarios to know how to strategically manage any breakdowns. 

Listen more at https://insigniam.com/podcasts/

]]> Alexander Alonso, General Manager of BD Benelux, joins Insigniam Consultant Aaya Hafidi to discuss the importance of a North Star for an organization, and keeping an eye on building the future. 

There is no crystal ball for the future, but with an end goal in mind, we can build scenarios to know how to strategically manage any breakdowns. 

Listen more at https://insigniam.com/podcasts/

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-11897422 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0500 801 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, future, north star, business planning 1 30 full false Consistent Feedback is Key to Organizational Success Consistent Feedback is Key to Organizational Success Insigniam Consultants Greg Trueblood and Josh LeGassick discuss the importance of consistent feedback in organizations, and the undesired results when it is not present.

Listen more at https://insigniam.com/podcasts/

]]> Insigniam Consultants Greg Trueblood and Josh LeGassick discuss the importance of consistent feedback in organizations, and the undesired results when it is not present.

Listen more at https://insigniam.com/podcasts/

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-11814454 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500 664 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, communication 1 29 full false Leading A Diverse Team in VUCA Environments, with Pfizer Global Influenza Lead, Oualae Alami Leading A Diverse Team in VUCA Environments, with Pfizer Global Influenza Lead, Oualae Alami Pfizer Global Influenza Lead, Oualae Alami joins Insigniam consultant Aaya Hafidi to discuss leading diverse & inclusive teams in a VUCA environment. Oualae Alami shares how influential leaders guide teams by leveraging emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and the ability to create a vision and a path for their people.

Listen more at https://insigniam.com/podcasts/

]]> Pfizer Global Influenza Lead, Oualae Alami joins Insigniam consultant Aaya Hafidi to discuss leading diverse & inclusive teams in a VUCA environment. Oualae Alami shares how influential leaders guide teams by leveraging emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and the ability to create a vision and a path for their people.

Listen more at https://insigniam.com/podcasts/

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-11555799 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400 711 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, VUCA, diversity, equity, inclusion 1 28 full false An Innovative Approach to Inclusive Hiring, with Katie Lopez, Chief Human Resources Officer at Bonduelle Fresh Americas An Innovative Approach to Inclusive Hiring, with Katie Lopez, Chief Human Resources Officer at Bonduelle Fresh Americas Insigniam Consultant Tracy D. Holloman discusses innovative approaches to hiring with Katie Lopez, Chief Human Resources Officer at Bonduelle Fresh Americas.

Listen more at https://insigniam.com/podcasts/

]]> Insigniam Consultant Tracy D. Holloman discusses innovative approaches to hiring with Katie Lopez, Chief Human Resources Officer at Bonduelle Fresh Americas.

Listen more at https://insigniam.com/podcasts/

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-11513436 Mon, 17 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400 558 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, inclusive, hiring, diversity, equity 1 27 full false Starting Fresh with A Powerful Context, featuring Colleen Flesher, Chief Operating Officer at Movora Starting Fresh with A Powerful Context, featuring Colleen Flesher, Chief Operating Officer at Movora With over 20 years of experience in the medical device industry, Colleen Flesher, former President & General Manager at Lima Corporate, shares the importance of operating in a powerful context when choosing to transition to a new chapter of your career.

Listen more at https://insigniam.com/podcasts/

]]> With over 20 years of experience in the medical device industry, Colleen Flesher, former President & General Manager at Lima Corporate, shares the importance of operating in a powerful context when choosing to transition to a new chapter of your career.

Listen more at https://insigniam.com/podcasts/

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-11478020 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0400 976 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, medical devices 1 26 full false Impact-Based Coaching that Provides Sustainable Results Impact-Based Coaching that Provides Sustainable Results Insigniam Consultants Josh LeGassick and Greg Trueblood discuss the impact you can have as an executive coach when you focus on inspiration. Impact-based coaching provides the conditions in which one can work in order to achieve results that address systemic challenges in an organization.

Listen to this episode and many more at https://insigniam.com/


]]> Insigniam Consultants Josh LeGassick and Greg Trueblood discuss the impact you can have as an executive coach when you focus on inspiration. Impact-based coaching provides the conditions in which one can work in order to achieve results that address systemic challenges in an organization.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-11309361 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400 810 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, coaching 1 27 full false The Relevance of Creativity at Work, Part 2: Wonder and Rigor with Dr. Natalie Nixon The Relevance of Creativity at Work, Part 2: Wonder and Rigor with Dr. Natalie Nixon In the second episode of Dr. Natalie Nixon's presentation, she discusses the relevance of creativity in the workplace in 2022 and beyond. She describes what a "chaordic system" looks like and how it can be leveraged to lead organizations.

Learn more in Dr. Natalie Nixon's book, The Creativity Leap.

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]]> In the second episode of Dr. Natalie Nixon's presentation, she discusses the relevance of creativity in the workplace in 2022 and beyond. She describes what a "chaordic system" looks like and how it can be leveraged to lead organizations.

Learn more in Dr. Natalie Nixon's book, The Creativity Leap.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-11221590 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0400 1387 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, creativity, wonder, rigor 1 26 full false Unleashing Creativity in the Workplace Part I; with Creativity Strategist Dr. Natalie Nixon Unleashing Creativity in the Workplace Part I; with Creativity Strategist Dr. Natalie Nixon Dr. Natalie Nixon, a creativity strategist, joined the 2022 Insigniam Executive Summit to discuss creativity in the workplace. She is known as  “the creativity whisperer for the C-Suite”. 

Natalie advises leaders on transformation by applying wonder and rigor to amplify growth and business value.

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]]> Dr. Natalie Nixon, a creativity strategist, joined the 2022 Insigniam Executive Summit to discuss creativity in the workplace. She is known as  “the creativity whisperer for the C-Suite”. 

Natalie advises leaders on transformation by applying wonder and rigor to amplify growth and business value.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-11035803 Mon, 08 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0400 1192 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, creativity, wonder, rigor 1 26 full false Do Companies Have A Soul? Part 3 of the Conversation with Fortune Media CEO, Alan Murray Do Companies Have A Soul? Part 3 of the Conversation with Fortune Media CEO, Alan Murray In the final episode of this 3-part series, Alan Murray answers questions about Stakeholder Capitalism and what it looks like when CEOs treat their number one jobs as HR managers.

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]]> In the final episode of this 3-part series, Alan Murray answers questions about Stakeholder Capitalism and what it looks like when CEOs treat their number one jobs as HR managers.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-11042345 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0400 817 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, future of work, business 1 25 full false The Transformation of Work from a Noun to a Verb, with Instant Group Chief Client Officer, Emily Watkins The Transformation of Work from a Noun to a Verb, with Instant Group Chief Client Officer, Emily Watkins Insigniam Consultant Ashley Tappan is joined by Emily Watkins, Chief Client Officer at the Instant Group to  discuss the transformation of work from a "place," to something "that you do."

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]]> Insigniam Consultant Ashley Tappan is joined by Emily Watkins, Chief Client Officer at the Instant Group to  discuss the transformation of work from a "place," to something "that you do."

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-11022533 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400 698 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, future of work 1 24 full false Alan Murray, CEO of Fortune Media, Shares Examples of Stakeholder Capitalism in Practice Alan Murray, CEO of Fortune Media, Shares Examples of Stakeholder Capitalism in Practice In the second episode of Alan Murray's discussion at the 2022 Insigniam Executive Summit, Shideh and Alan take a deeper dive into some prime examples of stakeholder capitalism in practice.

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]]> In the second episode of Alan Murray's discussion at the 2022 Insigniam Executive Summit, Shideh and Alan take a deeper dive into some prime examples of stakeholder capitalism in practice.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-10984890 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -0400 945 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, stakeholder capitalism, alan murray, fortune media 1 23 full false Comment Construire un Monde Plus Durable et Écologique, avec Noël Le Floch, Directeur Général Solutions & Produits Lafarge France Comment Construire un Monde Plus Durable et Écologique, avec Noël Le Floch, Directeur Général Solutions & Produits Lafarge France Directeur Général Solutions & Produits Lafarge France, Noël Le Floch discute de l'urgence environnementale et des solutions pour construire un environnement plus durable et écologique.

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]]> Directeur Général Solutions & Produits Lafarge France, Noël Le Floch discute de l'urgence environnementale et des solutions pour construire un environnement plus durable et écologique.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-10900314 Mon, 04 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0400 1394 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, Holcim, Holcim France, Lafarge France, Noël Le Floch, Loïc Leuliette 1 22 full false The Evolution of Business Value with Alan Murray, CEO of Fortune Media The Evolution of Business Value with Alan Murray, CEO of Fortune Media CEO of Fortune Media, Alan Murray joins Insigniam founding partner Shideh Bina at the 2022 Insigniam Executive Summit to discuss the evolution of stakeholder capitalism and his new book, Tomorrow's Capitalist, My Search for the Soul of Business.

This is episode 1 of a 3-part series from the conversation with Alan Murray.

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]]> CEO of Fortune Media, Alan Murray joins Insigniam founding partner Shideh Bina at the 2022 Insigniam Executive Summit to discuss the evolution of stakeholder capitalism and his new book, Tomorrow's Capitalist, My Search for the Soul of Business.

This is episode 1 of a 3-part series from the conversation with Alan Murray.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-10860749 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0400 606 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, shareholder, stakeholder, capitalism, Alan Murray 1 23 full false Paradigm Shifts in Pharmacies: Insights from Former Chief Pharmacy Officer at Rite Aid, Jocelyn Konrad Paradigm Shifts in Pharmacies: Insights from Former Chief Pharmacy Officer at Rite Aid, Jocelyn Konrad Former Chief Pharmacy Officer at Rite Aid, Jocelyn Konrad, shares insights about the paradigm shift for pharmacists throughout the pandemic.

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]]> Former Chief Pharmacy Officer at Rite Aid, Jocelyn Konrad, shares insights about the paradigm shift for pharmacists throughout the pandemic.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-10704521 Mon, 30 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1652 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, female leadership, pharmacy, pandemic 1 21 full false A L'Écoute: Comment Transformer Notre Façon D'Écouter? A L'Écoute: Comment Transformer Notre Façon D'Écouter? Partenaire d'Insigniam, Guillaume Pajeot discute ce que c'est "une écoute active" et comment nos conversations sont transformées en l'utilisant.

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]]> Partenaire d'Insigniam, Guillaume Pajeot discute ce que c'est "une écoute active" et comment nos conversations sont transformées en l'utilisant.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-10497292 Mon, 25 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0400 464 breakthrough, innovation, transformation 1 20 full false Le Travail Hybride: Continuera-t-il après la Pandémie ? Le Travail Hybride: Continuera-t-il après la Pandémie ? Guillaume Pajeot, Associé chez Insigniam, discute le rôle du travail <<hybride>> dans les entreprises.

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]]> Guillaume Pajeot, Associé chez Insigniam, discute le rôle du travail <<hybride>> dans les entreprises.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-10373572 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0400 448 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, travail hybride, post-covid 1 19 full false Celebrating Women's History Month: A conversation with Linxens Group CFO Hanh Guzelian Celebrating Women's History Month: A conversation with Linxens Group CFO Hanh Guzelian Insigniam Consultant Diane Gabriel meets with Linxens Group CFO Hanh Guzelian to discuss her career in diverse sectors and roles. Her advice to women who want to develop professionally: "Do not think of yourself as a woman in the workplace. Think of yourself as a professional with a specific skillset, who happens to be a woman."

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]]> Insigniam Consultant Diane Gabriel meets with Linxens Group CFO Hanh Guzelian to discuss her career in diverse sectors and roles. Her advice to women who want to develop professionally: "Do not think of yourself as a woman in the workplace. Think of yourself as a professional with a specific skillset, who happens to be a woman."

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-10288611 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0400 765 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, women's history month, Linxens, women in finance 1 18 full false Defining Moments and Transformation Insights with Myriam Cohen-Welgryn, Worldwide President of L'Oréal Active Cosmetics Division Defining Moments and Transformation Insights with Myriam Cohen-Welgryn, Worldwide President of L'Oréal Active Cosmetics Division Insigniam Partner Katerin Le Folcalvez meets with Myriam Cohen-Welgryn, Worldwide President of L'Oréal Active Cosmetics Division, to discuss defining career moments, what it is like to lead a transformation that may seem too out of reach, and how to balance family and work life while also prioritizing your personal interests.

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]]> Insigniam Partner Katerin Le Folcalvez meets with Myriam Cohen-Welgryn, Worldwide President of L'Oréal Active Cosmetics Division, to discuss defining career moments, what it is like to lead a transformation that may seem too out of reach, and how to balance family and work life while also prioritizing your personal interests.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-10287691 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400 680 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, women's history month, L'Oréal 1 17 full false Breakthrough, Innovation, and Transformation in Digital Marketing: A discussion with WordPress.com CMO Monica Ohara Breakthrough, Innovation, and Transformation in Digital Marketing: A discussion with WordPress.com CMO Monica Ohara Insigniam Consultant Anna Islamova meets with Monica Ohara, Chief Marketing Officer of Wordpress.com to continue the conversation about representation throughout Women's History Month. They discuss breakthrough, innovation, and transformation in the context of career pivots, working with a startup, starting and selling a company, and leading remote teams in challenging times.

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]]> Insigniam Consultant Anna Islamova meets with Monica Ohara, Chief Marketing Officer of Wordpress.com to continue the conversation about representation throughout Women's History Month. They discuss breakthrough, innovation, and transformation in the context of career pivots, working with a startup, starting and selling a company, and leading remote teams in challenging times.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-10245578 Mon, 14 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0400 1293 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, female leadership, digital marketing, remote work, women's history month 1 16 full false Celebrating Women's History Month: Insights from Marie-Cécile Goldblum, Transformational Director at Chubb France Celebrating Women's History Month: Insights from Marie-Cécile Goldblum, Transformational Director at Chubb France Insigniam Consultant Diane Gabriel speaks with Chubb France Transformational Director Marie-Cécile Goldblum about the importance of representation in the workplace and her advice for a fulfilling career.

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]]> Insigniam Consultant Diane Gabriel speaks with Chubb France Transformational Director Marie-Cécile Goldblum about the importance of representation in the workplace and her advice for a fulfilling career.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-10210906 Tue, 08 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0500 1040 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, female leadership, diversity, equity, inclusion 1 15 full false What is VUCA and Why Does Understanding It Help Your Organization? What is VUCA and Why Does Understanding It Help Your Organization? Insigniam consultant JW Dobbe interviews partner Scott Beckett about VUCA and how applying agility can help you manage it in your organization.

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]]> Insigniam consultant JW Dobbe interviews partner Scott Beckett about VUCA and how applying agility can help you manage it in your organization.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-10085010 Wed, 16 Feb 2022 04:00:00 -0500 602 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, volatility, uncertainty, unpredictable, chaotic, complexity, ambiguity 1 14 full false The Impact of Hidden Bias in Organizations: Part 2 The Impact of Hidden Bias in Organizations: Part 2 Consultants Tracy D. Holloman and Anna Islamova continue to discuss the impact of hidden bias and how to reveal and unhook from it in order to elevate diversity and inclusion.

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]]> Consultants Tracy D. Holloman and Anna Islamova continue to discuss the impact of hidden bias and how to reveal and unhook from it in order to elevate diversity and inclusion.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-9919843 Thu, 20 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0500 843 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, future of work, diversity, inclusion 1 13 full false The Impact of Hidden Bias in Organizations: Part 1 The Impact of Hidden Bias in Organizations: Part 1 Consultants Tracy D. Holloman and Anna Islamova discuss the impact of hidden bias and how to reveal and unhook from it in order to elevate diversity and inclusion.

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]]> Consultants Tracy D. Holloman and Anna Islamova discuss the impact of hidden bias and how to reveal and unhook from it in order to elevate diversity and inclusion.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-9919481 Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0500 821 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, diversity, inclusion, bias 1 12 full false 9 Facettes de la Culture 9 Facettes de la Culture Consultant et Partenaire Guillaume Pajeot discute les 9 facettes de la culture et comment les distinguer dans vos entreprises. 

]]> Consultant et Partenaire Guillaume Pajeot discute les 9 facettes de la culture et comment les distinguer dans vos entreprises. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-9919389 Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0500 727 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, culture 1 10 full false Leading A Pharmaceutical Company Through An Integration, With Neil Archer, Bristol Myers Squibb, Germany Leading A Pharmaceutical Company Through An Integration, With Neil Archer, Bristol Myers Squibb, Germany Partner Marie-Caroline Chauvet speaks with Neil Archer, General Manager of Bristol Myers Squibb, Germany, about the complexities of leading a pharmaceutical company throughout Covid. BMS is a global biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases.
https://www.bms.com/about-us.html

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]]> Partner Marie-Caroline Chauvet speaks with Neil Archer, General Manager of Bristol Myers Squibb, Germany, about the complexities of leading a pharmaceutical company throughout Covid. BMS is a global biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases.
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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-9919186 Thu, 20 Jan 2022 03:00:00 -0500 687 Breakthrough, Innovation, Transformation, Mergers and Acquisitions, Leadership 1 9 full false Start Fresh By Planning Beyond The New Year Start Fresh By Planning Beyond The New Year Insigniam Consultant Josh LeGassick sits down with Insigniam Founding Partner Shideh Sedgh Bina to discuss starting the year fresh and why your typical New Year's Resolutions aren't enough for successful breakthroughs in your personal and career development.

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]]> Insigniam Consultant Josh LeGassick sits down with Insigniam Founding Partner Shideh Sedgh Bina to discuss starting the year fresh and why your typical New Year's Resolutions aren't enough for successful breakthroughs in your personal and career development.

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]]> https://insigniam.com/podcasts/ Insigniam Buzzsprout-9841159 Mon, 10 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0500 505 2022, new year, resolutions, breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, future of work, post-pandemic, covid-19 1 7 full false How To Intentionally Close Out The Year How To Intentionally Close Out The Year Founding Partner Shideh Sedgh Bina is joined by Consultant Josh LeGassick to discuss tools for ending the year powerfully within your organizations. 

]]> Founding Partner Shideh Sedgh Bina is joined by Consultant Josh LeGassick to discuss tools for ending the year powerfully within your organizations. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-9735825 Thu, 16 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0500 492 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, 2021, 2022, future of work, post-pandemic, covid-19 1 6 full false The Transformation Of Work-Life Balance As A Parent The Transformation Of Work-Life Balance As A Parent Insigniam Consultants Angela Negreira and Ashley Tappan discuss the evolution of women in the workplace and the transformation of work-life balance as a parent.

]]> Insigniam Consultants Angela Negreira and Ashley Tappan discuss the evolution of women in the workplace and the transformation of work-life balance as a parent.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-9693249 Thu, 09 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0500 533 female leadership, women in the workplace, transformation, innovation, breakthrough, working mothers, working parents, work-life balance 1 8 full false How To Create Value For Your Customers Through Innovation How To Create Value For Your Customers Through Innovation Insigniam Consultant Angela Negreira and Partner Jon Kleinman discuss value creation through innovation and why innovation can be challenging for business executives.

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]]> Insigniam Consultant Angela Negreira and Partner Jon Kleinman discuss value creation through innovation and why innovation can be challenging for business executives.

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]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-9678420 Tue, 07 Dec 2021 09:00:00 -0500 493 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, self-disruption, post-pandemic, covid-19, business, future of work 1 2 full false How Can A Breakthrough Protect You From Business As Usual? How Can A Breakthrough Protect You From Business As Usual? Insigniam Consultant Barry Maloney and Founding Partner Nathan Rosenberg discuss breakthrough's role as a tool against 'business as usual.'

]]> Insigniam Consultant Barry Maloney and Founding Partner Nathan Rosenberg discuss breakthrough's role as a tool against 'business as usual.'

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-9678363 Tue, 07 Dec 2021 09:00:00 -0500 540 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, self-disruption, post-pandemic, covid-19, business, future of work 1 1 full false Que signifie le mot "breakthrough"? Que signifie le mot "breakthrough"? Insigniam Buzzsprout-9673005 Mon, 06 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0500 1035 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, self-disruption, post-pandemic, covid-19, business, future of work 1 4 full false Why Transformation Is More Than Just Change Why Transformation Is More Than Just Change Listen to Insigniam Consultant Ashley Tappan and Partner Jennifer Zimmer discuss why transformation is different than change and why letting go of your past is the right tool for achieving true transformation. 

]]> Listen to Insigniam Consultant Ashley Tappan and Partner Jennifer Zimmer discuss why transformation is different than change and why letting go of your past is the right tool for achieving true transformation. 

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-9672912 Mon, 06 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0500 473 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, future 1 3 full false 4 Scenarios For Providing Visibility When There Is None 4 Scenarios For Providing Visibility When There Is None How do you create visibility when there is none? Founding Partner Shideh Sedgh Bina shares insights on how to place bets on the possible future(s) of your organization.

]]> How do you create visibility when there is none? Founding Partner Shideh Sedgh Bina shares insights on how to place bets on the possible future(s) of your organization.

]]> Insigniam Buzzsprout-9644365 Wed, 01 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0500 445 breakthrough, innovation, transformation, leadership, self-disruption, execution, Omicron, bets, future 1 5 full false What Tools Do You Need To Be A Healthy Leader? What Tools Do You Need To Be A Healthy Leader? Insigniam Buzzsprout-9595378 Mon, 22 Nov 2021 16:00:00 -0500 759 1 5 full false