Best Raymond A Mason School Of Business Podcasts (2024)

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224 Cate Faddis - The Leadership Journey 16:50

9m ago16:50

16:50

Cate Faddis is in the midst of an interesting career and journey. She has spent over 25 years in investment management and financial services, working as a managing partner at Mason Capital Partners, and President and Chief Investment Officer at Grace Capital. Early in her career she spent time with Deloitte and Putnam Investments. Today she’s a po…

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223 Annelise Osborne - From Hoodies to Suits 19:29

19d ago19:29

19:29

The intersection of finance, technology, and the future are the focus of a new book, titled “From Hoodies to Suits: Innovating Digital Assets for Traditional Finance.” The book just released this month bridges the gap between the hoodies - who invented the technology behind the digital assets - and the suits who run traditional financial markets. A…

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58 Podcast Crossover - The Business of Wellness 28:24

1M ago28:24

28:24

The sounds and reality of summer have set in, and many academics are running to the hills to take solace in the few months of reprieve to work on research, rethink their teaching, and more. Here at the Diversity Goes to Work podcast, we’re hard at work on the next season of episodes, which will drop later this fall. In the meantime, on this our fin…

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222 Lisa Petrelli - Leadership & Global Markets 18:39

1M ago18:39

18:39

Last month, the William & Mary School of Business and its Boehly Center for Excellence in Finance hosted the annual Women’s Stock Pitch competition where 24 teams consisting of undergraduate women from the world’s top universities competed, networked, and learned. One of the keynote speakers for the event was Lisa Petrelli, managing director, actin…

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221 Greg Melich - Retail in 2024 17:45

2M ago17:45

17:45

We interact with it on a regular basis; some of us daily, some weekly. Whatever the frequency, it’s a major part of life and spending. Retail. Whether it’s discount stores, department stores, online or brick-and-mortar, retail is a massive sector. And for the most part, since the beginning of the pandemic, things have been good for retailers. For m…

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220 Zar Toolan - Human Centered A.I. 20:04

3M ago20:04

20:04

The adoption of artificial intelligence and generative AI is moving so quickly. Leaders, companies, and organizations are working to determine how AI can best help them, their employees, their customers, and others. And while the work continues, some organizations have found the sweet spot: developing ways AI and employees work together to provide …

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219 Sean McDermott - Football & Principled Achievement 22:11

4M ago22:11

22:11

Succeeding. And doing so in the right manner. That’s principled achievement. The William & Mary School of Business defines the principled achievement leader as one who values people, diversity of thought, empathy, humility, and success. This leader listens and inspires, practices ethical compassionate behavior, and embraces the tenants of the Willi…

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57 Nick Jonsson - Executive Loneliness: A Mental Health Conversation 33:53

4M ago33:53

33:53

The adage says “It’s lonely at the top.” And in today’s fast-paced world, a conversation around mental health and wellness seems more crucial than ever before - especially in the workplace. But when we peel back the layers of corporate suits and titles, we uncover a less talked about issue, which is executive loneliness. We talk a lot about climbin…

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218 Martha Rouleau - Grief & Grieving 21:21

4M ago21:21

21:21

If you’ve lived for any length of time, you have experienced grief. It’s a universal emotion caused by losing someone or some thing you’ve loved or cared about. Whether it’s the loss of a job, the death of a family member, or loss of a pet, grief and grieving can be intense - strong enough to adversely affect your work and life. Martha Rouleau is a…

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56 Kamini Wood - Tossing Aside Self-Limiting Beliefs 29:52

4M ago29:52

29:52

Today we’re excited to welcome Kamini Wood. Kamini is a Certified Life Coach on a mission to empower high achievers. With over 20 years of experience, and as a mother of high-achieving young adults, Kamini understands feeling overwhelmed by expectations. All of those realities we talk about but don’t ever REALLY talk about or explore deeply - bandw…

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217 Casey White - Resilience 20:08

5M ago20:08

20:08

Success today requires resilience. Whether it’s a company dealing with a major shift in the market, or an individual faced with a significant personal or professional obstacle, resilience is a requirement. Casey White knows all about resilience. A young, fit, working professional at the start of her career, she became unexpectedly and critically il…

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55 Carol Parker Walsh - Normalize Messy: Doing The Real Work 39:14

5M ago39:14

39:14

Today we welcome Dr. Carol Parker Walsh, an award-winning executive coach, keynote speaker, and author. As founder of Carol Parker Walsh Consulting, she helps organizations unlock innovations by providing coaching, training, and foresight strategy. She leverages her extensive experiences as an attorney, professor, and social scientist to help clien…

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216 Rachel Chung - Myths & Truths About AI 19:47

5M ago19:47

19:47

It’s been a little over a year now since most of us were introduced to ChatGPT. Since that time, many professionals, businesses and organizations have worked hard to understand not only ChatGPT, but machine learning and Artificial Intelligence, and what it all can do to assist employees, serve customers, and positively affect the bottom line. There…

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54 Toby Mildon - Beyond Box-Checking: Inclusive Growth 23:19

5M ago23:19

23:19

Today on the show we welcome Toby Mildon. Toby is a diversity and inclusion architect and found of Mildon; a consultancy and advisory business. He works with business to re-engineer entire processes and systems to minimize the impact of bias and build cultures of inclusion. Prior to setting up his businesses, Toby worked as an in-house diversity an…

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215 Navdeep Gupta - A Retail Destination 19:24

6M ago19:24

19:24

If you’re an athlete, or someone close to you is an athlete, you’ve most likely spent time in a Dick’s Sporting Goods store. Depending on where you live, the next time you visit your neighborhood Dick’s Sporting Goods, you might be surprised. Dick’s has launched its House of Sport: A new type of sporting goods store. Dick’s House of Sport isn’t jus…

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53 Ti’Juana Gholson - Black.Female.Entrepreneur. 42:51

6M ago42:51

42:51

Our guest today - Ti’Juana Gholson - is a member of the Maximize Life Coaching and Mentoring team and a demonstrational live coach specializing in program development, strategic and financial planning, as well as business structuring. As a serial entrepreneur herself, Ti’Juana provides everyday mentorship - mentorship for the here and now - and coa…

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214 Mike Lord - Understanding Corporate Public Affairs 19:49

6M ago19:49

19:49

It’s difficult to succeed in business today without having a solid grasp of public affairs, public policy, and politics. Regardless of the size of your business or sector, decisions that are made in your state capitol, Washington, D.C., and beyond can greatly affect your bottom line. Learning to strategically manage corporate public affairs was the…

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213 Amber Price - Hospital Leadership 21:21

7M ago21:21

21:21

When you think of a typical hospital chief administrator, who comes to mind? The majority of hospital CEOs are men and many possess a graduate business degree. But Amber Price is different; she’s one of a small number of women who lead hospitals. She holds a doctorate in nursing practice with a focus in change leadership, and she spent years workin…

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52 Linda Ridley - Management's Legacy of Dehumanization: Tracing Modern Business Practices to Chattel Slavery 42:44

7M ago42:44

42:44

Today’s guest is Linda Ridley. Linda has a background in corporate and investment banking with Wachovia and has served as the CEO of Edgar J. Ridley and Associates since 2009. She’s also an academic, a faculty lecturer and professor at Hostos Community College and Graduate School in New York City. She trains managers worldwide to examine their beha…

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51 Marika Messager - Conscious DEI Leadership 32:28

7M ago32:28

32:28

Here at the Raymond A. Mason School of Business, we spend a lot of time grappling with the question of: What does it mean to produce business graduates who make a broader societal impact? What does it mean to be about business for the greater social good? And how do you do that? Today’s guest has a few ideas and brings a great research-oriented per…

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212 Stephanie Rentschler - The Job Market 21:01

8M ago21:01

21:01

When it comes to the job market, things certainly have evolved in the past few years. During the pandemic, the unemployment rate reached almost 15%. Today, the labor market is strong and the unemployment rate is under 4%. When comparing today’s employment landscape with that of the pandemic, one word comes to mind: Change. We’re seeing changes in h…

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50 Dr. Elias Zerhouni - From an Algerian Village to Director of the NIH: One Immigrant’s Leadership Story 40:15

8M ago40:15

40:15

Host Phil Wagner fills in for Ken White on this special crossover episode of Leadership & Business and Diversity Goes to Work. Our guest today is Dr. Elias Zerhouni, who has had an incredibly inspiring story of pursuing the American dream while never forgetting his roots. Born in a small village in Algeria, he came to America in his 20s with only a…

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211 Dr. Elias Zerhouni - From an Algerian Village to Director of the NIH: One Immigrant’s Leadership Story 40:15

8M ago40:15

40:15

Host Phil Wagner fills in for Ken White on this special crossover episode of Leadership & Business and Diversity Goes to Work. Our guest today is Dr. Elias Zerhouni, who has had an incredibly inspiring story of pursuing the American dream while never forgetting his roots. Born in a small village in Algeria, he came to America in his 20s with only a…

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49 Heather Hansen - “But what about my accent?” 37:31

8M ago37:31

37:31

As our workplaces grow increasingly global and interconnected, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment to re-evaluate one of the most potent, yet over-looked aspects of DEI: Language and human communication. We often hear that language is power, but today we’re going to be looking at language as a tool. A tool of empowerment. Our guest argues that la…

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48 Lamecia Butler - Inclusive and Impactful Supply Chains 37:00

8M ago37:00

37:00

Today, host Phil Wagner is joined by Lamecia Butler, who has extensive experience in the corporate and non-profit sectors where she has led communication, marketing, community and supplier diversity efforts for well-known brands: Meta, Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund, Super Bowl 50, Super Bowl LI, American Express and more. She’s worked with countless…

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210 Lyn McDermid - The ’State’ of Leadership 18:03

8M ago18:03

18:03

Imagine leading and revamping your organizations cyber security system. For Lyn McDermid, that organization is the Commonwealth of Virginia, the 11th most populated state in the US. McDermid is Virginia’s Secretary of Administration. She was appointed to the position by Governor Glenn Youngkin in January of 2022. She oversees five state agencies an…

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47 Josh Miller - Uncovering: Full, Authentic Selves 37:36

9M ago37:36

37:36

Today we’re joined by Josh Miller. Josh is a queer change-maker, public speaker, photographer, and outdoor explorer. As a two-time TEDx speaker who has engaged Fortune 500 and international audiences from Colorado to Salzburg, he has been called a trailblazing voice that will continue to shape the intersections of people, strategy, the leaders of t…

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209 Chris Caracci - Learning From the Past 19:00

9M ago19:00

19:00

One of the best ways to succeed in the future is to understand the past. A new partnership between Colonial Williamsburg and William & Mary will count on the past, along with a special place, to teach leadership, civil discourse, and engagement in a unique way. The newly created Williamsburg Institute will offer learning opportunities like no other…

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46 Bertina Ceccarelli and Susanne Tedrick - Innovating for Diversity 32:16

9M ago32:16

32:16

If you’re a business leader or corporate executive and you have your hands in your organizations DEI work, right now you’re probably pretty bewildered. The world seems to be spinning faster than ever before, and if you’re an organization, it’s pretty difficult right now to know which stakeholder demands you respond to; and also which do you respond…

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208 Michael Flood - Leading & Making a Difference 19:25

9M ago19:25

19:25

About 1 in every 10 American households is food insecure. That’s according to the US Department of Agriculture. That means 10% of American households are uncertain of having, or unable to acquire, enough food to meet the needs of all members of the family. In addition, households with children have a higher rate of food insecurity than those withou…

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45 Ashley Marchand Orme - Using Data to Help Craft Your DEI Narrative 39:14

10M ago39:14

39:14

We know that in 2021 workers returned from the pandemic to a workplace with new demands; mounting demands for corporate leaders to take concrete steps to promote racial equity, social justice, and beyond. Those calls were clear and organizations responded, but that doesn’t mean it’s been an easy journey along the way. Today’s guest knows that quite…

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207 Brian Miller - Thriving in an Era of Automation & AI 21:28

10M ago21:28

21:28

Professionals, companies, and organizations everywhere are working to determine and refine the role automation and Artificial Intelligence play in their strategies and day-to-day activities. At BDO, one of the world’s top accounting and advisory firms, embracing technology, AI, and automation is a way of life. Brian Miller is BDO’s national audit, …

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44 Randal Pinkett - Data Driven DEI (but for real) 28:20

10M ago28:20

28:20

We can’t really have a conversation about DEI without acknowledging that so many DEI efforts, so many DEI programs, so many DEI initiatives - they fail. But why? Why do so many DEI programs fail despite our leaders’ best intentions? Our guest today has some great insight. He says, “any effort to mitigate bias and grow inclusivity within an organiza…

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206 Cody Watson - Telling the Corporate Story 16:57

10M ago16:57

16:57

Whether large or small, most companies and organizations engage with their target audiences on social media channels such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and others. But what about podcasts? Many companies and organizations have stayed away from hosting their own podcast despite the numbers. For example, the number of podcast listeners in…

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43 Sarah Federman - Transformative Negotiation for Social Change 39:16

11M ago39:16

39:16

Today we welcome back Dr. Sarah Federman. Dr. Federman is an author, educator, and conflict resolution practitioner. She’s currently a faculty member at the Kroc School of Peace Studies at the University of San Diego. Dr. Federman studies and explores the concept of reckoning, and produces some of the most interesting and engaging research. She joi…

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205 Brian Mann - The Business of College Football 22:17

11M ago22:17

22:17

Some of college football’s biggest and most influential teams and universities have decided to leave their longtime athletic conferences. For example, UCLA and USC - members of the PAC-12 Conference for decades are now a part of the BIG 10 Conference. To the non-sports fan, that doesn’t sound like much. However, the ripple effects of such moves are…

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204 Erin Berube - Your Leadership Style 19:57

11M ago19:57

19:57

You have control regarding the way you show up. And as a leader - or aspiring leader - you also have control over the way others perceive you, so developing your leadership style is important. It can work for you or against you. Erin Berube is a Managing Director and Executive Coach at Admired Leadership; a development program focused on the leader…

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203 Mike Seiler - Empty Offices 18:51

12M ago18:51

18:51

Remember when working meant going to the office everyday? Now, countless offices all over the US and the world are empty, or partially empty, thanks to remote work. It’s been over three years since the start of the pandemic, and there’s no doubt its lasting impact on commercial real estate has been significant. And no one’s quite certain what the f…

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202 J. Singh - Agility & Digital Transformation 20:12

1y ago20:12

20:12

When companies and organizations discuss digital transformation, they often focus on effective ways to drive technology adoption and transformation. Our guest today says there’s much more to consider. After earning his MBA at William & Mary, J. Singh has spent 20 years working at some of the world’s most recognizable companies; including Target, Mc…

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201 Rajiv Kohli - A Breakthrough Technology 18:59

1y ago18:59

18:59

Since we first heard about it back in December, the buzz has continued to grow surrounding ChatGPT and other LLMs, or Large Language Models. Companies and organizations are working to determine what role these LLMs will play. Our guest today calls ChatGPT “fast moving” and “fast growing.” And more importantly, he says LLMs are a breakthrough techno…

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200 AnnaMaria DeSalva - Principled Achievement 20:52

1y ago20:52

20:52

Succeeding and doing so in the right manor. That’s leading a life of principled achievement. The William & Mary School of Business defines the principled achievement leader as one who values people, diversity of thought, empathy, humility, and success. This leader listens and inspires. To recognize this type of outstanding leader, the Business Scho…

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199 Amanda Eversole - Influencing with Integrity 20:18

1y ago20:18

20:18

Energy; it’s always a hot topic. And the American Petroleum Institute is happy to be a part of the discussion. API is a 100-year old trade association that represents all segments of America’s natural gas and oil industry. Its 600 members produce, process, and distribute the majority of the nation’s energy. Amanda Eversole is API’s Executive Vice P…

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198 JD Due - Transitioning in Life 19:44

1y ago19:44

19:44

People in the business world have become acclimated to changing jobs and employers. It’s a different picture, though, for those serving in the military. For those in uniform, a change in career or employer is rare. And when the time comes to leave the military, the transition can be an overwhelming experience. That’s where William & Mary comes in. …

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42 Tara Borchers - Global DEI work 33:03

1y ago33:03

33:03

On today’s show we welcome Tara Borchers, a graduate of the William & Mary MBA program, who has had a multi-dimensional career since leaving Miller Hall. In the past two years, she has served at PRA Group as both the Global HRIS director, and as head of Diversity and Inclusion and HR Technology. Tara talks about how she transitioned from an MBA pro…

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197 Jeff Barna - Culture & the CEO 20:03

1y ago20:03

20:03

As all leaders know, leadership comes with opportunities and challenges. But leading an organization whose parent company is located in another country poses a different set of challenges; especially when the cultures of the two countries are quite different. Jeff Barna is President and CEO of Yokohama Tire Corporation. He oversees the organization…

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41 Jesse Ross - Fostering Cultural Self-Awareness 36:43

1y ago36:43

36:43

Today, we’re really excited to speak with Jesse Ross. Jesse is a DEI consultant, executive coach, an international speaker, and is extremely well-traveled; having delivered over 400 engagements at colleges, conferences, corporations, non-profits, and beyond. He has worked with a number of clients on their DEI initiatives, including LinkedIn, Genera…

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196 Kurt Matzler - Lessons from the World’s Toughest Bike Race 18:23

1+ y ago18:23

18:23

Outdoor Magazine calls it “the toughest sporting event in the world.” It’s the Race Across America: A 3,000-mile bike race from Oceanside, California, to Annapolis, Maryland completed by cyclists in under 12 days. Last June, 34 cyclists began the race, 14 finished. After cycling 300 miles each day, Kurt Matzler was among the top finishers. Matzler …

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40 Katherine Barko-Alva - Linguistic Diversity 27:49

1+ y ago27:49

27:49

Our guest today is Dr. Katherine Barko-Alva, assistant professor and Director of the ESL bilingual education program at the William & Mary School of Education. As a bilingual scholar herself, her research agenda is rooted in classroom practices and explores how dual-language bilingual education educators make sense of language in culturally and lin…

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195 Kim Lopdrup - Serving on a Board 19:21

1+ y ago19:21

19:21

Serving on a board; whether corporate or non-profit, it is a goal for many professionals. But how do you get there, and what’s required of board members? A Harvard Business Review article titled “Are You Ready To Serve On A Board?” lists five types of intelligence aspiring board members should possess. They include a financial IQ, a strategic IQ, t…

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39 Devon Peterika - No, You Can’t Touch My Hair 34:07

1+ y ago34:07

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Our guest today is Devon Peterika, a dynamic and accomplished HR professional, with over 20 years of work in HR and the DEI leadership space. Devon has a multi-faceted background in HR in a variety of institutions of higher education, and she currently serves as the Diversity and Inclusion leader in the oil and gas industry. What we love most about…

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