Episodes

  • What if we could move beyond 'Us vs. Them'?

    What if we could move beyond 'Us vs. Them'?
    Sep 17 2018
    In this episode, our conversation will be a dialogue about leveraging the strengths of each generation present in a herd or organization. We will be joined by Wendy Merrill, Founder & Chief Rainmaker of StrategyHorse Consulting Group. Wendy continuously mentors aspiring entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs and is a proud winner of the 2016 Greater Baltimore Committee Bridging the Gap Award, given to leaders that foster the success of women and minorities in business. From her forthcoming book, Rising Leaders, Wendy will share her perspective on what motivates, and how to effectively advocate for, the next generation of leaders.
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    56 mins
  • Leading Transformation is Personal

    Leading Transformation is Personal
    Sep 10 2018
    In this week's episode we will be joined by La June Montgomery Tabron, President and CEO of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, along with her executive coach and colleague, Dr. Paul Martinez. As a champion for vulnerable children and for creating the conditions necessary for them to thrive, Tabron leads the Kellogg Foundation, one of the largest private foundations in the U.S., and its work to support thriving children, working families and equitable communities. In short, the Kellogg Foundation's goal is to create sustainable, transformational change. Together, La June and Paul are also walking the path of transforming of The Kellogg Foundation itself. We will be in conversation with them about leading transformation from the inside out, some lessons learned along the way, and what has been required of them personally to bring the vision to life. This will be a conversation not to be missed about making the choice to lead.
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    55 mins
  • Leading Entrepreneurial Organizations

    Leading Entrepreneurial Organizations
    Aug 27 2018
    What does it take to lead an entrepreneurial organization? In this episode, we will be in conversation with Ravila Gupta, President and CEO of the Council for Entrepreneurial Development and Joy Clark, a veteran talent executive, about preparing leaders to create thriving businesses. Nature teaches us a great deal about the value of networks, mentors, and plans for growth. We will explore how these resources are vital for building and sustaining successful entrepreneurial businesses in today's market. We will share some of our own lessons learned and insights from the road we have traveled to build TeachingHorse, LLC.
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    52 mins
  • Creating a Culture of Shared Leadership

    Creating a Culture of Shared Leadership
    Aug 20 2018
    The 2017-2018 US News and World Report ranked Boston Children's Hospital the #1 children's hospital in the nation. This week we will be in conversation with Dr. Laura J. Wood, DNP, SVP and Chief Nursing Officer for Boston Children's Hospital, about what it takes to create a healthy organizational culture. The hospital's motto is, Until every child is well. Laura is passionate about using collaboration and shared leadership to achieve this intention. We will explore the leader's role in creating the culture of an organization and how shared leadership can enhance patient safety. Laura will also share some of the nuances she has discovered about what it takes to prepare people to share leadership successfully.
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    56 mins
  • Preparing Leaders for the New World of Work

    Preparing Leaders for the New World of Work
    Aug 13 2018
    How is the world of work changing and what are the implications for leaders? Maryanne Spatola, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, PCC, in her new book, Careers in the New World of Work will offer us a fresh perspective on how to lead in the age of disruptive technology and the Gig Economy. Learn a new model for crafting a career that can transcend industries and technologies. Learn new ways to think about leading people who view their work lives very differently than you have viewed yours. Get yourself ready for what is on the horizon for us all.
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    55 mins
  • Why are we still talking about women's leadership?

    Why are we still talking about women's leadership?
    Aug 6 2018
    Mother nature has always known how to leverage all of the resources available to her. Human beings are just learning. The time has come again for us to highlight the value of a currently underutilized resource, our women leaders. In this episode we will be joined by Leslie Bacqué Smith, Portfolio Director for UNC Kenan-Flagler Executive Development. Leslie is a passionate advocate for preparing women for the role as leaders. We will be in conversation about the salient challenges facing women in business, the unique value they bring to our organizations, and the impact of the rising tide of women in political leadership positions. Join us for what will surely be a powerful conversation among women leaders committed to having a positive impact on all of our collective futures.
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    55 mins
  • Decisiveness in Uncertainty

    Decisiveness in Uncertainty
    Jul 30 2018
    How do you act decisively in a VUCA world (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous)? This will be the topic of conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Oyekan. Elizabeth is a sought after healthcare strategist who helps leaders rise above the noise and understand the relevant trends that deserve our attention. She will share her journey of transformation as a leader in the field of healthcare and the vital lessons she has learned about setting direction and pace in a constantly changing environment. We will explore how to use simple rules to bring clarity out of chaos and inspire focused action.
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    55 mins
  • Leader as Teacher

    Leader as Teacher
    Jul 23 2018
    In a recent article in HBR (Feb. 2018), Syndey Finklestein asserts that the best leaders are great teachers. In this episode we will entertain the question, If the best leaders are great teachers, what does it mean to be a great teacher? We will shed light on how horses mentor their next generation of leaders. We will be gifted with the presence of world renowned author and educator Dr. Jane K Vella. and Dr. Paula Berardinelli, author, educator, and a sought after adviser to the advisers. Join us for this virtual visit with Jane and Paula to be in conversation about leadership, learning, and the art of dialogue as a tool for developing current and future talent.
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    55 mins