Best Phil Lempert Podcasts (2024)

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Exciting Re-Release: Dive into Collaboration to Grow with PepsiCo & the California Milk Advisory Board 45:43

3h ago45:43

45:43

We are thrilled to announce the re-release of one of our more popular podcast episodes, featuring a captivating conversation on collaboration and growth with industry leaders from PepsiCo and the California Milk Advisory Board. Hosted by Fred Schonenberg, founder and CEO of VentureFuel, this episode delves deep into innovative strategies and real-w…

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Silicon Prairie and The Future of the Semiconductor Industry - GlobalWafers Co. EVP Brent Omdahl 28:12

6h ago28:12

28:12

GlobalWafers is a global leader in semiconductor technology, providing innovative, advanced silicon wafer solutions to integrated chip manufacturers worldwide. Brent Omdahl, Executive Vice President for Government Affairs, has over 20 years of deep experience counseling U.S. firms on international market entry strategies and advising foreign firms …

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Interactive Characters & Immersive AI with Inworld AI CEO Kylan Gibbs 22:28

3d ago22:28

22:28

In this episode, Vanessa Rosato sits down with Kylan Gibbs, CEO and Co-founder of Inworld AI. They delve into the groundbreaking work of Inworld AI, a platform that's transforming gaming and media by making virtual characters more lifelike and interactive. Kylan shares insights on the unique value proposition of Inworld, their innovative approach t…

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Commercializing Emerging Tech - Yale Ventures Director of the Roberts Innovation Fund Claudia Reuter 26:47

10d ago26:47

26:47

The Roberts Innovation Fund was launched in 2022 to provide funding, mentoring, and strategic support for Yale faculty-led projects to assist in the commercialization of breakthrough inventions that solve real-world problems. New methods to purify our water, advance quantum computing, democratize artificial intelligence, and deliver life-saving dru…

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CVC to CVP – TDK, JP Morgan Chase, LG Electronics 34:39

17d ago34:39

34:39

Corporate Venture Capital to Corporate Venture Partnerships, we examine the evolving role of CVC, why it matters for startups and investors + trade secrets on sourcing and vetting the best startup investment opportunities. Featuring: Elias Chavarria of TDK Ventures, Min Park of J.P. Morgan Sustainable Growth Equity, and Joshua Di Frances of LG Elec…

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109. Interview with Kausambi Manjita of Mason 44:16

22d ago44:16

44:16

This week on the Retail Perch, Shekar and Gary are thrilled to host Kausambi Manjita, who divides her time between Bangalore and Toronto. She is the Co-founder of Mason, a provider of AI-powered customer service solutions. They discuss a unique perspective on the intersection of technology and customer experience, geographic consumer behavior, gene…

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Navigating Clean Tech Investing – Earthshot Ventures Managing Partner Mike Jackson 27:37

28d ago27:37

27:37

Mike Jackson, Managing Partner of Earthshot Ventures. Earthshot Ventures invests in entrepreneurs making a dent in climate change. Collectively, their team has invested in 200+ startups over the last fourteen years and Mike’s investments have collectively raised over $1.1 billion in follow-on funding from Sequoia Capital, Benchmark, BlackRock, Micr…

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Defending Your Reality: Cybersecurity & Gen AI with Ben Colman of Reality Defender 26:15

1M ago26:15

26:15

Ben Colman is the founder of Reality Defender, the leading deepfake detection platform helping enterprises flag fraudulent users and content. In this episode, join us as we dive deep into the world of AI, cybersecurity, and the innovative solutions being developed to protect our reality in an increasingly digital age.…

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From Setback to Success - The Role of Resilience and Strategy in Gotham FC's Rise with Yael Averbuch and Nan Vogel 34:23

1M ago34:23

34:23

Originally recorded at our 2024 Rogue Women event earlier this spring, Fred Schonenberg, VentureFuel’s Founder and CEO dived into the heart of Gotham FC’s remarkable comeback story with Yael Averbuch West, the General Manager and Head of Soccer Operations; and Nan Vogel, Senior Vice President of Partnerships and Game Day at Gotham FC. Hear how a mi…

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108. Interview with Nirit Cohen of WorkFutures 43:52

2M ago43:52

43:52

On this week's episode of the Retail Perch, Gary and Shekar are joined by Nirit Cohen, all the way from Israel. Nirit is an HR specialist and founder of WorkFutures. The three of them engage in a dynamic discussion with the about the future of the workforce, exploring topics such as evolving flexibility for employees and much more.…

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Resilient, Steady, And Disciplined with Caroline Lewis, Sydney Paige Thomas, McKeever “Mac” Conwell II, and Yao Huang 45:42

2M ago45:42

45:42

At our 2024 Rogue Women event earlier this spring, Yao Huang, founder of The Hatchery, moderated a panel discussion with venture capitalists. The panel included Caroline Lewis, Managing Partner of Rogue Women's Fund; Sydney Paige Thomas, Founder and General Partner of Symphonic Capital; and McKeever "Mac" Conwell II, Managing Partner of RareBreed V…

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Disrupting the Food Business – The Supermarket Guru Phil Lempert 32:54

2M ago32:54

32:54

Thoughts: 5 years from now, grocery stores will be half the size and entirely stocked with fresh products served by subject matter experts (the baker, the monger, the butcher). The back half of the store will be mini-fulfillment centers with autonomous robots packing personalized orders of your non-emotional staples and customizing your outputs bas…

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Driving Resilient Growth through Corporate- Startup Partnerships with Limor Schafman, Lizzie Naylor, Shira Averbuch, and Danielle Cohn 39:07

2M ago39:07

39:07

At our 2024 Rogue Women event earlier this spring, Danielle Cohn, Founding Partner and CEO of The Wave Ventures, hosted a panel discussion with executives from corporate companies. The panel included Limor Schafman, Director of Operations and Programs at LG NOVA, a division of LG Electronics that collaborates with startups to develop businesses; Li…

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What's Next Now: Building an Innovation Ecosystem 57:05

2M ago57:05

57:05

Last week, we had an 'Ask Me Anything' session with Danielle Cohn, CEO and Founding Partner of Wave Ventures, on Building an Innovation Ecosystem for Enterprise Organizations. The discussion centers on Danielle’s leadership in a top Fortune 30 innovation function. Danielle shared insights on founding an award-winning startup platform and emphasized…

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Advocacy, Access & Acceleration with Charlotte Newman and Aina Fadina 42:01

2M ago42:01

42:01

A fireside chat originally recorded at our 2024 Rogue Women event earlier this spring, The theme Advocacy Access and Acceleration features a wonderful discussion with Charlotte Newman, Global Head of underrepresented founder and investor startup business development. Charlotte is a global business development leader for Amazon Web Services, and a f…

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Scaling Climate Technologies - Elemental Excelerator COO Avra van der Zee 24:24

3M ago24:24

24:24

Avra van der Zee is the COO of Elemental Excelerator, a global climate technology accelerator started in Honolulu with over 150 portfolio companies that have received over $8B in follow-on funding. We talk about using entrepreneurship for social change, catalytic capital, how to scale new technologies and the role of corporates in solving the clima…

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Igniting Innovation In the Corporate World - Philipp Willigmann 26:41

3M ago26:41

26:41

Philipp has over two decades of expertise catalyzing the evolution of Fortune 500s, like Deloitte and Vontier, to drive transformative impact. We discuss Corporate Venturing and its various iterations, from Accelerators to Venture Studios to Pilots to Partnerships to Hackathons, and why insights from this work not only inform strategic decisions bu…

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From Underdog to Top Dog with Jamie Norwood & Cynthia Blotch, Isoken Igbinedion, Kathryn Harrison, and Kathleen Carbone 39:30

4M ago39:30

39:30

Originally recorded at our 2024 Rogue Women event earlier this spring, Kathleen Carbone, Principal, Director of Advisory, and a Senior Family Advisor at Parcion Private Wealth, led a panel discussion featuring founders from three startup companies.On the panel were Jamie Norwood & Cynthia Plotch, the dynamic duo behind FemTech startup Stix, Isoken …

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107. Interview with Gary Hawkins, Author of Bionic Retail 31:39

4M ago31:39

31:39

On this special episode of The Retail Perch, Shekar hosts our very own Gary Hawkins, to tell us about his latest book! Bionic Retail: How to Thrive in an Exponential World explores the connection between evolving technology and supermarkets. They chat about Gary's childhood, farm life, and his family's grocery business, uncovering fascinating stori…

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Show Her the Money with La Keisha Landrum Pierre 19:30

4M ago19:30

19:30

Originally recorded at our 2024 Rogue Women event earlier this spring, La Keisha Landrum Pierre, General Partner & Co-Founder of Emmeline Ventures shares insights from her journey in venture capital, featured in the documentary "Show Her the Money." She talks about how the film is helping to rewrite the narrative on women and fundraising.Before sta…

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106. Interview with Shiraz Ritwik of LatentView Analytics 33:27

4M ago33:27

33:27

In this episode of "The Retail Perch," Gary hosts a solo discussion with Shiraz Ritwik, Head of CPG & Financial Services at LatentView Analytics. They dive into the five key stages of CPG, explore the various shifts occurring in retail-focused technology, and analyze consumer behavior. In addition, you’ll hear an interesting discussion on AI, Gary'…

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Venture Clienting – ExxonMobil’s Global Innovation Lead Kyle Basler-Reeder 31:25

4M ago31:25

31:25

On today’s show we have Kyle Basler-Reeder, who designed and leads ExxonMobil’s corporate-wide Open Innovation program. We discuss how the exponential growth of PHDs and startups enables Exxon to tap into external resources for Exploration, Acceleration and to solve stubborn problems. We talk about the importance of problem definition, declaring yo…

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105. Interview with Jose Quijano of Rest of the World Agency 39:07

4M ago39:07

39:07

In this episode of The Retail Perch, Gary and Shekar welcome Jose "Jochi" Quijano, Chief Brand Officer at Rest of the World Agency. He discusses the multi-cultural focus of the agency and how his career has traveled from accounting to marketing and finally advertising. The three talk about the importance of culture within retail grocery aisles, his…

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200th Episode Recap – VentureFuel Founder Fred Schonenberg 30:21

4M ago30:21

30:21

To celebrate our 200th episode, we put host Fred Schonenberg in the guest chair to find out what his biggest unlock, the best corporate innovation models, his favorite episodes, the best startups on the show and how the guests have evolved his thinking around innovation. From Venture Studios to Venture Capital to Venture Partners. From Sonic Brandi…

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104. Interview with Phil Lempert of Supermarket Guru 48:29

4M ago48:29

48:29

This week on The Retail Perch, Gary and Shekar sit down to chat with Phil Lempert. Phil is the Founder and CEO of Supermarket Guru, a leading online news source for consumers and retail professionals. The three discuss Phil’s lineage in the food & retail industry, his journalistic journey, the changes in consumer behavior that drive the grocery ind…

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Show Her The Money – Producer Catherine Gray 24:05

5M ago24:05

24:05

Catherine Gray is a Producer, Keynote Speaker, Author, and the Founder of She Angel Investors. She's dedicated her career to empowering female entrepreneurs and addressing the underfunding of women in venture capital. We discuss her documentary "Show Her the Money," her TED Talk "Fund Women, Save the World," and her vision for the future of gender …

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Revenue First Innovation - Tampa Bay Innovation Center Managing Director Ken Evans 31:10

5M ago31:10

31:10

Ken Evans is the Managing Director of the Accelerator Program for Emerging Tech Startups at Tampa Bay Innovation Center. With a background in venture-backed startups and Fortune 50 companies, Ken is key player in Tampa Bay's tech ecosystem, co-founding the region's first full-time coworking space and leading initiatives to support local startups. O…

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103. Interview with Ross Finman of Augmodo 41:50

5M ago41:50

41:50

In this episode of The Retail Perch, Gary and Shekar welcome a new guest and a topic closely related to Gary's upcoming book, “Bionic Retail.” Ross Finman is the CEO & Founder of Augmodo, a spatial computing company that works to improve the grocery industry. The three discuss Ross’s journey from living on Llama Farms to Silicon Valley, integrating…

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Philanthropic Venturing - Valiente Fund Executive Director Maria Rodriguez 21:06

5M ago21:06

21:06

Maria Rodriguez is the Executive Director of the Valiente Fund, a donor and funder collaborative addressing the lack of investment of philanthropic funds for Latine leaders, organizations, and communities. They just launched the Valiente Accelerator to support emerging Latine groups with grants and operational capacity to accelerate their growth. W…

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VentureFuel Visionary and Venture of the Year 54:55

5M ago54:55

54:55

Join us as we honor the 2023 Visionary and Venture of the Year. Nominated and voted on by their peers, these are the change agents embracing new opportunities to drive outsized results. They are intent on blazing new paths, discovering inventive solutions, and powering the future.Visionary of the Year: Marty Guay, Vice President of Business Develop…

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102. Interview with Suryaveer Singh of Emirates National Oil Company 43:52

5M ago43:52

43:52

Do not miss this episode with Shekar, Gary and special guest, Suryaveer Singh! Suryaveer Singh is the head of loyalty at Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC). Suryaveer explains his background in banking and slowly making his way into the loyalty industry. The three discuss how fuel retail works, how loyalty cannot be bought and much more!…

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Visualizing Business – Microsoft Garage Director Mike Pell 25:17

6M ago25:17

25:17

Disruptor, Founder, Envisioneer Mike Pell leads The Microsoft Garage in NYC, the company’s worldwide innovation program. Mike Invented PDF and Acrobat at Adobe and has been granted over 20 US Patents. We talk about why going fast is the only way to protect your business, the evolution of ai Co-Pilots, the art of hacking, the ROI of Innovation, why …

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External Innovation For Internal Stakeholders - LG Electronics EVP Sokwoo Rhee 31:19

6M ago31:19

31:19

Sokwoo Rhee is the EVP at LG Electronics and the Head of LG's North America Innovation Center, LG Nova. From serving as a Presidential Innovation Fellow at the Whitehouse to leading groundbreaking IoT and smart city initiatives, Sokwoo brings a wealth of experience driving innovation forward. Today, we discuss why external innovation is important f…

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101. Interview with Brian Cohen of PureRed 46:14

6M ago46:14

46:14

This week, on The Retail Perch, Shekar and Gary are thrilled to welcome Brian Cohen, the CEO of PureRed, a dynamic company at the forefront of marketing and technology innovation. In this engaging conversation, Shekar and Gary delve into Brian's diverse background, spanning from space science to cutting-edge machine learning technology. Together, t…

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Robotic Innovation – MassRobotics Accelerator Director Marita McGinn 26:49

6M ago26:49

26:49

MassRobotics is the largest independent robotics hub that accelerates robotics innovation and adoption, and they are launching their first Accelerator program, led by Director Marita McGinn. The unique, equity-free program combines funding, mentorship, and a collaborative community. We talk about the future of robotics, from Cobots to Ag Tech, as w…

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Diversity & Innovation – Guerrero CEO Pedro Antonio Guerrero 26:08

6M ago26:08

26:08

On today’s show, I am honored to have Pedro Antonio Guerrero, CEO of Guerrero - an executive advancement company at the intersection of media, professional networks, and executive search. Pedro specializes in executive advancement and corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives – utilizing Guerrero Search and Guerrero Media to deliver on…

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H-E-B's Secret to Success, The Rise of Counter Service, and Balancing Taste with Health in the Food Industry 25:18

6M ago25:18

25:18

Discover the secrets behind H-E-B's reign at the top of the DunnHumby Retailer Preference Index for an incredible eight years, and hear our surprise when we reveal Amazon taking the silver. Join me and special guest Sally as we dissect what sets these retailers apart, focusing on the potent mix of exceptional customer service and employee fulfillme…

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Resilience in the Food Industry Amidst Economic Pressures 24:56

7M ago24:56

24:56

Discover the profound shifts in consumer experiences as Lisa W. Miller, celebrated author and industry expert, joins us to dissect the revelations from her 2024 consumer survey. We delve into the escalating costs and waning satisfaction that shadow traditional leisure activities like dining out and watching movies. With keen analysis, we confront t…

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Shedding Light on America's Nutrition Crisis and Solutions 24:42

7M ago24:42

24:42

This episode takes you into the heart of a Senate hearing that's ripping the lid off the devastating impact of ultra-processed foods on our children's health. We're exposing the dangerous trajectory of diabetes and obesity rates, and offering a clear, practical guide to navigating the murky waters of food choices with the help of the Nova classific…

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From Bench to Bedside - University Hospitals Health System President, Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Daniel Simon 31:15

7M ago31:15

31:15

This is quite simply a master class in collaborative innovation to solve meaningful challenges. Dr. Simon is a practicing cardiologist, the President of Academic & External Affairs and Chief Scientific Officer for the University Hospitals Health System (UH). We discuss the unique non-profit, for-profit model of The Oxford-Harrington Rare Disease Ce…

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100. Interview with Len Covello 39:45

7M ago39:45

39:45

This week on the Retail Perch, Gary and Shekar are in the festive spirit as they mark a momentous occasion - their 100th episode! To make it truly special, they're joined by a distinguished guest, Len Covello, the Chief Technology Officer of Engage People, a company dedicated to enhancing customer loyalty. Together, Gary, Shekar, and Len dive deep …

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Disrupting with Impact – Dispact Ventures Founder Andrew Merinoff 22:38

7M ago22:38

22:38

On today’s show we have Andrew Merinoff. Andrew is the founder of Dispact Ventures, which is disrupting industries with impact investing. What started off as a small fund to assist his close friends and confidants eventually grew into a 16-venture portfolio. Andrew is also a seasoned entrepreneur and the Co-founder and CEO of Chinola Liqueur. With …

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Systems of Innovation – Intel Ignite Managing Director Markus Bohl 29:15

7M ago29:15

29:15

How can you create a system of innovation, that becomes a membrane to attract the best transformational technologies to collaborate with your organization? Markus Bohl, the Managing Director of Intel® Ignite, which is Intel Corporation’s global startup accelerator program for early-stage deep tech startups shares his insights. Markus has a phenomen…

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Walmart's Self-Checkout, Post-COP28 Info, and Trends in Tech-Free Dining 28:42

7M ago28:42

28:42

Prepare to have your curiosity piqued as we unravel Walmart's self-checkout conundrum and discover their innovative solution to streamline your shopping experience. We're not just talking about technology; we're also casting a light on Walmart's commendable initiative to offer a comfortable environment for shoppers with autism and sensory concerns.…

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Understanding the Food Industry: Pricing, Retailers, and Consumer Habits 31:03

7M ago31:03

31:03

Rise and shine, food enthusiasts! Brace yourselves as we pull back the curtain on the intriguing world of food prices with Ricky Volpe, the food economist and professor, who's here to share his wisdom. Discover why your grocery bills are skyrocketing and why food prices are not dropping. Hear Volpe's predictions of a slow but steady recovery in pri…

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The Financial Markets and Innovation – UBS International SVP Brenda O’Connor Juanas 36:06

8M ago36:06

36:06

Does innovation drive market value, and do investors pay more for innovation? Brenda O’Connor Juanas is a Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor at UBS International and is an industry thought leader on financial markets, frequently speaking across CNBC, Bloomberg, and Fox Business, to name a few. We talk about R&D to Sales Ratios, the delta i…

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From Albertsons to Mr Beast to the Metaverse Ventures to Bezos' Earth Fund 22:42

8M ago22:42

22:42

Want to immerse yourself in the captivating interplay of food, culture, and innovative commerce? We've got your playlist right here. Today, we're unraveling the sensation caused by supermarket chain Albertsons and YouTuber Mr Beast. The duo's remarkable feat of cohabitation with a Safeway store for 45 rip-roaring days gave birth to an unprecedented…

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The Backlash Against Self-Checkouts and the Rise of Surge Pricing 28:44

8M ago28:44

28:44

Did you know that self-checkouts lead to 16 times more losses for retailers compared to traditional cashiers? Get ready for an eye-opening conversation as we scrutinize the rising backlash against self-checkouts across UK supermarkets, including Booths' decision to remove them altogether due to a deluge of consumer complaints. Join us as we explore…

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99. Interview with Scott Greenberg 46:33

8M ago46:33

46:33

In this episode of The Retail Perch, Gary and Shekar welcome Scott Greenberg, an acclaimed keynote speaker, renowned for his insightful understanding of people dynamics, and an accomplished author. Scott's insights not only shed light on the intricacies of managerial roles within businesses but also offer actionable takeaways for those navigating t…

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