C-Suite Conversations with Dr. Patrick Leddin
Go behind the doors of the boardroom and get a candid look at leadership from the c-suite of best-in-class organizations around the world.
Episodes
Apr 14, 2022
Apr 14, 2022
34 min
Take time to learn why sports matter to everyone at all ages with Religion of Sports CEO Ameeth Sankaran, who outlines the common thread in greatness, whether it be in sports or in our personal and professional lives.
Apr 7, 2022
Apr 7, 2022
36 min
Join Martine Ferland as she reflects on what she’s learned about being agile and navigating change since taking on her current role as the President and CEO of Mercer in 2019. Learn how fostering feelings of achievement, belonging, and equity within an organization can lead to its ongoing success during what has been referred to as The Great Re-Evaluation.
Mar 31, 2022
Mar 31, 2022
23 min
Join the CEO of Marriott International as he outlines the roles that transparent communication, deliberate and engaged listening, and intellectual curiosity play in the overall success of an organization. He explores the leadership competencies necessary to transition a team from survival mode to recovery mode in challenging times and shares how to consistently and effectively convey messages every team needs to know.
Mar 24, 2022
Mar 24, 2022
47 min
Join CEO of Hilton, Chris Nassetta, as he outlines his journey from his first hotel job cleaning toilets to now leading one of the world’s most renowned hospitality brands. He shares how his experiences navigating change, learning from struggle, and being a shock absorber in challenging times have taught him the importance of keeping a steady hand on the wheel as a leader.
Mar 16, 2022
Mar 16, 2022
33 min
Join co-founder, former president and COO of Ritz-Carlton, Horst Schulze as he defines the true meaning of service excellence. He explores how to shift your mindset from working to work, to working to serve while sharing leadership insights from more than 70 years in the hospitality industry.
Mar 10, 2022
Mar 10, 2022
31 min
Join McKinsey & Company’s Senior Partner Carolyn Dewar as she outlines the mindsets that differentiate between a good CEO and an extraordinary one. She shares practical ways leaders can drive organizational effectiveness and build culture in ways that have a lasting impact.
Mar 4, 2022
Mar 4, 2022
42 min
Join the CEO of Panera Brands as he shares how severe emotional struggle can be transformed into fuel to make you a better friend, family member, leader, and person. He shares how important it is to get back up in the face of adversity, constantly learn and relearn to adapt to the evolving needs of those you serve, and the power of resilience in an ever-changing landscape.
Feb 24, 2022
Feb 24, 2022
34 min
Join Johnny Taylor, Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), as he shares insights on the future of employment, culture, and leadership.
Feb 17, 2022
Feb 17, 2022
36 min
Join AARP’s CEO, Jo Ann Jenkins, as she details the importance of understanding unconscious bias and ageism and offers advice on how to grow the culture of your organization in ever-changing times. Her insights are garnered from an extensive career, including the last 22 years with 38-million-member strong AARP.
Feb 11, 2022
Feb 11, 2022
38 min
Join the President and Chief Executive Officer of Nebraska Furniture Mart, Tony Boldt, as he shares how he worked his way from the front line to the C-suite for one of America’s most beloved furniture stores. Garnering leadership insights throughout his extensive career in the furniture business, Boldt discusses how NFM continues to aspire to improve lives through furniture while maintaining a positive mindset in times of uncertainty.