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Leadership Lounge: How to Build Trust as an Outside CEO in a Family Enterprise
Ep 16 · Aug 12, 2026 · 17 min
Stepping into a family enterprise as an outside CEO is unlike taking the helm of almost any other organization. You’re stepping into a business shaped by generations of history, deeply held values, and personal relationships. That means trust cannot be assumed. Outside CEOs need to understand what matters to the family, build relationships across the enterprise, and recognize that even seemingly small decisions can carry significant weight. So, how can outside CEOs earn the trust they need to le…
The Eight Moves to Rewrite Your Leadership Playbook with Former IG Group CEO June Yee Felix
Ep 15 · Jul 29, 2026 · 27 min
Every leader needs a playbook to keep the organization operating consistently, cut through ambiguity, and align teams around a shared vision and goals. But many playbooks weren’t designed for an era defined by increasing uncertainty and relentless change. In today’s Redefiners, Tomas and Marla talk with former IG Group CEO June Yee Felix about how she had to rewrite her own leadership playbook after stepping into the CEO role during a time of increased regulation and scrutiny. She explores why l…
Leadership Lounge: How to Succeed as an Interim CEO
Ep 14 · Jul 15, 2026 · 19 min
Interim CEO appointments are on the rise. As boards contend with increasing leadership turnover, unexpected CEO departures, and growing pressure from stakeholders, many are turning to interim leaders to provide stability while they identify the right long-term successor. But succeeding as an interim CEO is far from straightforward. Leaders are often expected to build trust quickly, make important decisions with limited information, and create momentum across the organization—all while operating…
Rewriting the Playbook: How FMF President Mikel Arriola Is Reinventing Football in Mexico
Ep 13 · Jul 1, 2026 · 30 min
World Cup madness has taken over the world. And while you’re screaming “Allez les Bleus!”, “Vamos Vamos Argentina!”, “I Believe That We Will Win!”, “It’s coming home!”, “Vamos Nippon!”, “¡Cielito Lindo”, "Olé, Olé, Olé!" or any other team chant at the World Cup, there are thousands of people who have been planning and sweating the details so that you can watch the games and cheer your team to victory. Today, we’ll speak with someone who is leading that team in Mexico, as Marla and Tomas sit down…
Leadership Lounge: Why Decision-Making Is Becoming Harder for C-Suite Leaders—and How You Can Overcome It
Ep 12 · Jun 17, 2026 · 19 min
The ability to make sound decisions has always been a defining leadership capability. But for today’s C-suite leaders, the challenge is greater than ever. Rapid change, increasing uncertainty, and a constant flow of information mean leaders are often required to make high-stakes decisions without having all the answers. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, Emma Combe sits down with leadership advisors Ilana Abramowicz and Henryk Krajewski to explore why decision-making is becoming more challeng…
Banking on Change: How Standard Chartered Group Chief Executive Bill Winters Stays Ahead
Ep 11 · Jun 3, 2026 · 30 min
Stepping into the CEO role is a challenging transition for any leader to make. It’s even more challenging when you know you’re stepping into the role at a turbulent time in an organization’s history. Our guest today experienced that transition over a decade ago and has since built a compelling story of transformation and value creation. Standard Chartered Group Chief Executive Bill Winters joins Marla Oates and Clarke Murphy to talk about why he knowingly stepped into the role at a challenging t…
Leadership Lounge: Staying Sharp at the Top: How CEOs Can Use Mentors to Sustain Performance
Ep 10 · May 20, 2026 · 15 min
The demands of the CEO role don’t stand still—and neither can the leaders in it. Yet while many executives benefit from mentorship on the path to the top, far fewer maintain it once they arrive. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, Emma Combe sits down with Suzanne Bose-Mallick to explore how mentorship helps CEOs sustain performance in one of the most demanding roles in business. They discuss: Why many CEOs stop engaging with mentors—and why that can limit their effectiveness The moments when…
Scaling Giving: How GoFundMe CEO Tim Cadogan Connects 190 Million People to Help Each Other
Ep 9 · May 6, 2026 · 30 min
The term “crowdfunding” was coined in 2006 by entrepreneur and technologist, Michael Sullivan. The number of crowdfunding tools and companies have grown since then, but the purpose has remained the same—democratizing access to capital for those who need it. GoFundMe CEO Tim Cadogan joins Marla Oates and Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic to talk about how his organization is helping people help each other, connecting more than…
Leadership Lounge: Advice on How to Be an Effective Board Chair
Ep 8 · Apr 22, 2026 · 20 min
Stepping into the board chair role is a pivotal moment in any leadership journey—one that requires a fundamental shift in mindset and approach. You’re not just contributing to the discussion; you’re responsible for shaping boardroom dynamics, drawing out collective insight, and ensuring the board focuses on what matters most. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, Emma Combe is joined by Rich Fields, Laura Sanderson,…
Winning in Volatility: How Trafigura Chairman Jeremy Weir Built a Global Powerhouse
Ep 7 · Apr 8, 2026 · 27 min
There’s no shortage of uncertainty and change in the world these days, which is why it’s a frequent topic on Redefiners. This is especially true in the world of commodities, as perhaps no other industry has to deal with the level of uncertainty and volatility that comes with the global trade of energy, metals, and minerals. Trafigura Chairman Jeremy Weir joins Clarke Murphy and Marla Oates to d…
All in the Family: Leadership Lessons from the World’s Biggest Family Offices with Stephan Roche
Ep 6 · Mar 25, 2026 · 36 min
Since the establishment of the first family offices in the 19th century, there are now more than 8,000 single family offices globally. These offices hold over $5 trillion in total estimated wealth today, an amount expected to grow to over $9 trillion by 2030. In today’s Redefiners episode, Marla Oates and Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic talk with Stephan Roche, a Partner with BanyanGlobal Family B…
Leadership Lounge: How GenAI Can Elevate—And Expose—Today’s Leaders
Ep 5 · Mar 11, 2026 · 19 min
Generative AI is reshaping how leaders think, decide, and communicate. Used thoughtfully, it can sharpen strategic thinking and accelerate decision-making. But when GenAI output replaces genuine insight, it can expose leaders who can't defend their thinking under pressure. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, Emma Combe sits down with Amy Scissons, Sean Dineen, and Fawad Bajwa to explore how senior leaders can harness G…
Transformation in Turbulent Times with Former Telstra CEO Andy Penn
Ep 4 · Feb 25, 2026 · 32 min
Transformation continues to be the word at the top of leaders’ minds. Whether it’s due to changes in technology with AI, market shifts, the regulatory landscape, or unexpected global events, leaders are looking to transform their organization’s operations and culture to be more agile, innovative, and resilient. In today’s Redefiners, Marla Oates and Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic talk with former Telstra CEO and managing Director, Andy Penn…
Leadership Lounge: How New CEOs Build Productive Relationships With Their Board
Ep 3 · Feb 11, 2026 · 22 min
For new CEOs, few relationships matter more—and few are more complex—than the relationship with their board. The tone set in the first year can either establish the board as a powerful ally or create friction that slows progress. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, Emma Combe is joined by three of our trusted leadership advisors Rusty O’Kelley, Anita Wingrove, and Ty Wiggins, to explore how new CEOs can build trust, a…
Leading with Faith and Purpose with His Eminence Cardinal Dolan
Ep 2 · Jan 28, 2026 · 29 min
Leadership is crucial to provide vision, direction, and motivation, guiding individuals and organizations toward common goals and overall success. This is true whether it’s in business, society, or your local community. Today, Clarke Murphy sits down with His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan, a well-known leader in the Catholic church, in the New York City community, and around the world. Cardinal Dolan shares his path to leadership roles in t…
The Truth About Talent, AI, and Why Some Leaders Get It Wrong with RRA Chief Science Officer Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic
Ep 1 · Jan 14, 2026 · 33 min
Welcome back for Season 6 of Redefiners! What better way to kick off the new year than introducing Russell Reynolds Associates’ first-ever Chief Science Officer, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic. And if that wasn’t enough, Emma Combe from the Leadership Lounge joins Marla Oates for this special conversation. In this episode, Tomas shares his latest research on talent management, leadership development, and the human-AI interface. He…
Redefiners 2025 Wrapped: What's Next for Leaders
Ep 25 · Dec 17, 2025 · 46 min
There was no shortage of challenges for leaders in 2025, as they navigated a year filled with uncertainty and change. Leaders’ skills were tested as they steered their organizations through changes in the global economy, geopolitics, AI transformation, succession planning, and board relationships. In this final Redefiners episode of the season, hosts Marla Oates and Simon Kingston take a look back at 2025, highlighting how guests from the year are navigating…
Leadership Lounge: How to Create and Maintain Impact as a Leader
Ep 24 · Dec 3, 2025 · 18 min
Creating leadership impact isn’t about one defining moment—it’s about the ripple effects your leadership generates over time. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, Emma Combe sits down with Shannon Knott and Erin Marie Collins to unpack what meaningful impact looks like today, and how leaders can sustain it. They explore: Why impact extends beyond results to the experience others have of your leadership. The key skills—curiosity, adaptability, and an understanding of your purpo…
The Urgent Race to Create 800 Million Jobs: World Bank President Ajay Banga’s Global Challenge
Ep 23 · Nov 19, 2025 · 29 min
Roughly 1.2 billion young people will reach working age in developing countries over the next 10-15 years. However, current projections show that only 420 million jobs are expected to be created by that time, meaning millions of young people will be left without a clear path to employment. World Bank President Ajay Banga joins Clarke Murphy and Marla Oates on Redefiners to talk about what the Bank is doing about it, and why job creation is so critical to both developing countr…
Leadership Lounge: How to Be an Effective Board Director When Everything Is On Fire
Ep 22 · Nov 5, 2025 · 19 min
Board directors operate in an environment of high complexity and volatility. The question isn't whether crises will occur—it's whether directors have the skills, judgment, and relationships to navigate them effectively. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, we talk to two of our trusted advisors—Gwenael Quere and Ted Dysart—who share their perspectives on: The key skills effective board directors utilize during periods of sustained uncertainty When it's appropriate to step in versus trust manage…
Sweet Success: How Mars Blends Family, Values, and Growth with former Mars SVP & Head of Corporate Development Valerie Mars
Ep 21 · Oct 22, 2025 · 37 min
How does a more than 100-year-old family-owned business continue to evolve and grow across generations to become one of the largest privately held companies in the world? On today’s Redefiners episode, Clarke and Marla are joined by Valerie Mars, former Senior Vice President & Head of Corporate Development for Mars, Incorporated, to talk about how the Mars family grew a small kitchen-table candy company into a $55 billion diversified global food and pet care enterprise. Valerie talk…
Leadership Lounge: How to Build a Top-Performing C-suite: The Leadership Blueprint for Sustained High Performance
Ep 20 · Oct 8, 2025 · 17 min
The C-suite is the engine room of organizational success, yet most leaders struggle to build one that truly performs. It's not just about hiring talented individuals—you need the right mix of complementary skills, aligned vision, and chemistry that transforms organizations. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, we talk to two of our trusted advisors—Danny Ryan and Andres Gil-Casares—who share their perspectives on: The biggest mistakes CEOs make when building executive teams and how…
The Art of the Superhero Turnaround with former Marvel Entertainment CEO Peter Cuneo
Ep 19 · Sep 24, 2025 · 30 min
Marvel Studios and many of its numerous characters are household names around the world. Their superhero-powered movies earn hundreds of millions and sometimes billions of dollars at the box office, including the #2 top grossing movie of all time – Avengers: Endgame. They’re also arguably one of the top turnaround stories of the past 20 years, as they rose like a phoenix from the ashes of bankruptcy to ultimately sell to Disney for $4.5 billion. In today’s Redefiners episode, Simon…
Leadership Lounge: Built to Last or Built to Learn: How Leaders Can Develop Resilience
Ep 18 · Sep 10, 2025 · 19 min
In an era where adaptability trumps consistency, the leaders who survive and thrive are those who've mastered the art of bouncing back stronger. Yet our Global Leadership Monitor reveals that leaders' preparedness to face threats such as uncertain economic growth and geopolitical uncertainty is at its lowest point since we began tracking in 2021. The question isn't whether setbacks will come—it's whether leaders have built the genuine resilience to weather them. And more critically,…
The Leadership Lessons That Shaped Us: Celebrating 100 Episodes of Redefiners
Ep 17 · Aug 27, 2025 · 36 min
After four years and 100 episodes of extraordinary conversations with world-class leaders, what are the most powerful leadership lessons that have emerged? In this milestone episode, hosts Simon Kingston and Marla Oates dig through the Redefiners archives to share the top 10 leadership insights. From Ruth Porat's revelation that not having a rigid career plan was her secret weapon, and Debra Martin Chase's unshakeable determination in Hollywood, to Will Guidara's $2 hot dog th…
Leadership Lounge: Leadership Under Fire: How Mentorship Can Help C-suites Turn Headwinds Into Opportunity
Ep 16 · Aug 13, 2025 · 19 min
C-suite executives face an unprecedented cascade of simultaneous challenges—AI transformation, regulatory upheaval, geopolitical instability, and economic turbulence. Unlike previous generations who weathered single crises, today’s leaders must navigate sustained uncertainty that many have never experienced before. So, how can the right mentor transform leadership under pressure? And what makes mentorship relationships truly effective for senior executives? In this epis…
Leadership Lounge: From Firefighting to Future-Building: How Leaders Can Master Perpetual Transformation
Ep 15 · Jul 30, 2025 · 22 min
Transformation is no longer a project with a distinct beginning, middle, and end—it's the water leaders swim in. For leaders, the ability to lead through perpetual transformation has become mission critical. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, we talk to four of our trusted advisors—Bob Marcus, Hetty Pye, Sean Dineen, and Alain Ishak—who share their perspectives on: How to build cultures that thrive on continuous change without burning out teams The evolution fro…
From Chaos to Clarity: How Bain Capital’s John Connaughton Leads Through Volatility
Ep 14 · Jul 16, 2025 · 37 min
While the terms “uncertainty” and “volatility” get thrown around a lot, they certainly describe what’s going on now in global markets, especially when it comes to private equity. In this episode of Redefiners, Clarke Murphy and Marla Oates talk with Bain Capital Co-Managing Partner John Connaughton to get his take on leading through change. As someone who has successfully managed through several periods of volatility during his more than 36-year career with Bain Capital, John…
Banking on AI: How Goldman Sachs CIO Marco Argenti Is Rewriting the AI Playbook
Ep 13 · Jul 2, 2025 · 42 min
The world has gone through several technology transformations in the past 30+ years. From the launch of the Internet to the rise of mobile, cloud computing, digital transformation, and now AI transformation. In our second live recording of Redefiners, Clarke Murphy goes in-studio at Goldman Sachs to talk with someone who’s been through it all and continues to lead through change. As CIO at Goldman Sachs, Marco Argenti is redefining how business is done with the help of AI at one of…
Leadership Lounge: Generation Collaboration: How Leaders Can Harness the Power of Multi-Generational Teams
Ep 12 · Jun 18, 2025 · 18 min
Today, leaders are working side-by-side with up to five different generations. This creates both significant challenges and unique opportunities for building cohesive, high-performing teams. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, we talk to three of our trusted advisors—Kat Armstrong, Paco Ruiz-Maza, and Michelle Mion—who share their perspectives on: The leadership behaviors that foster truly inclusive multi-generational cultures How to manage productive conflict t…
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