Leadership Beyond Borders

Kimberli J. Lewis
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Leadership Beyond Borders" by Siinda explores the dynamic realm of leadership, emphasizing a range of perspectives and strategies tailored for navigating the constantly evolving globalized digital landscape.

  1. 3D AGO

    High-Altitude Framework

    Today, we're exploring a challenge many entrepreneurs face: building a successful business that still feels overwhelming behind the scenes. Even when things look great on paper, founders often feel stuck making every decision and constantly putting out fires.  In this conversation, we'll explore the High-Altitude Framework™, a leadership approach that helps entrepreneurs move beyond reactive problem-solving, navigate key tensions, and build businesses where teams take real ownership.  If you've ever felt like your business depends on you for everything, this discussion offers a fresh perspective on leadership and growth.  About the Guest Chris Clearfield is the co-author of Meltdown: Why Our Systems Fail and What We Can Do About It, which won the National Business Book Award and the Thinkers50 Strategy Award for its insights into complexity, failure, and resilience.   His latest book, The High-Altitude Entrepreneur, offers a roadmap for sustainable growth, helping leaders stay focused on what matters most while building organizations that thrive under pressure. Learn more at highaltitudebook.com.  Chris Clearfield is a leadership strategist, author, and Harvard-trained scientist who helps high-performing entrepreneurs scale their companies without becoming the bottleneck in their own success.    As an author and expert in complex systems and risk management, he partners with founders and senior executives to navigate uncertainty, redesign decision-making processes, and build teams that operate with clarity, ownership, and ease.    His work blends rigorous research with practical tools leaders can apply immediately to improve performance and resilience.  Chris has advised and coached leaders at fast-growing startups, SMEs, and global organizations, including Netflix, Microsoft, Etsy, and ExxonMobil.    He is the co-author of Meltdown: Why Our Systems Fail and What We Can Do About It, which won the National Business Book Award and the Thinkers50 Strategy Award for its insights into complexity, failure, and resilience.    His latest book, The High-Altitude Entrepreneur, offers a roadmap for sustainable growth, helping leaders stay focused on what matters most while building organizations that thrive under pressure. Learn more at highaltitudebook.com. Guest social media - Website: www.clearfieldleadership.com    - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisclearfield/   Host social media - Website: www.siinda.org - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberli-lewis-7a34053/?ppe=1 https://www.linkedin.com/company/search-and-information-industry-association/?viewAsMember=true - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followsiinda/

    50 min

  2. MAR 24

    Beyond the Website: Building the Ecosystem Powering SMB Marketing

    SMB marketing is rapidly evolving into an ecosystem of software platforms, AI capabilities, and agency expertise—with the website at the center. In this episode, we explore how Duda approaches ecosystem design, partner strategy, and platform bundling, and why the future of SMB growth depends less on adding more tools and more on building the right ecosystem around the website About the Guest Mel Kozun is the Head of Ecosystem Partnerships at Duda, working at the intersection of product, partnerships, and go-to-market strategy.   With nearly a decade of experience in SaaS, she focuses on building and scaling channel-enabled ecosystems that drive long-term growth.   Mel works closely with digital agencies, SaaS platforms, and hosting providers to help them deliver ongoing, high-value web presence services to small and medium-sized businesses at scale, aligning partner success with customer outcomes.  Duda is a leading white-label website building platform for digital agencies, SaaS companies, and web professionals serving SMBs.   From its industry-leading AI Assistant to advanced API-driven automation, Duda enables teams to build pixel-perfect, high-performing websites efficiently and at scale.   The platform is fully customizable to match any go-to-market strategy and is a top performer for Core Web Vitals, a critical SEO metric.   More than 20,000 organizations trust Duda to power over 1 million active websites worldwide. Through its flexible architecture, Duda helps businesses deliver fast, reliable, branded digital experiences at scale for customers around the world.    Guest social media - Website: https://www.duda.co/   - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/duda/   - Instagram: instagram.com/Duda platform   - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/duda/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/melkozun/   - YouTube: youtube.com/@dudamobile   Host social media - Website: www.siinda.org - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberli-lewis-7a34053/?ppe=1 https://www.linkedin.com/company/search-and-information-industry-association/?viewAsMember=true - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followsiinda/

    51 min

  3. MAR 17

    Online Essentials and AI Social Visibility

    Today, we're discussing how digital marketing for small and medium-sized businesses is evolving in the age of AI and new discovery platforms.  We'll explore the transformation from single-product solutions to full digital marketing platforms, the launch of Online Essentials, and how innovations like AI Social Visibility are helping SMBs stay visible and competitive online.  About the Guest Pete Urmson is a seasoned digital entrepreneur with a career spanning Sensis, Fairfax's Online Marketing Group, and Domain.com.au in Australia, where he held executive roles and developed deep strategic insight into the SMB market.   He later founded Spotzer Digital to help enterprise partners bring scalable digital products to their SMB customers. Internationally recognized as a leader in this field, Pete is British with a strong Australian accent, lives in Amsterdam, and enjoys staying fit at the gym, reading, and spending weekends on his boat.  Spotzer Digital is widely regarded as a global leader in scalable website development and white-label digital solutions.   The company has evolved from a single-product delivery model into a multi-product platform offering a broad portfolio under its white-label framework.  Its own brands include Online Essentials, targeting SMBs directly, and Agency Essentials, supporting local marketing agencies. Spotzer is also a Yext partner, collaborating with major enterprise clients worldwide to deliver listings, reputation, and location-based marketing solutions.  It continues to innovate through automation and scalable workflows that improve performance.  Guest social media - Website:  https://spotzerdigital.com/    - Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/SpotzerDigital    - Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spotzerdigital/    - LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/spotzer-digital/    - Twitter/X: @SpotzerDigital  - YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@spotzerdigital    Host social media - Website: www.siinda.org - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberli-lewis-7a34053/?ppe=1 https://www.linkedin.com/company/search-and-information-industry-association/?viewAsMember=true - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followsiinda/

    51 min

  4. MAR 10

    Leadership in the Age of AI Discovery with Wendi Sturgis

    In this Episode of Leadership Beyond Borders, Kimberli Lewis welcomes Wendi Sturgis, Senior Vice President International at Yext, for a powerful conversation about leadership, disruption, and what AI-driven discovery means for brands today .  This episode explores a pivotal moment in digital transformation — one that feels strikingly familiar to those who have lived through previous platform shifts, from the early internet to search and social media. But this time, AI is fundamentally reshaping how brands are discovered, interpreted, and trusted.  About the Guest Wendi Sturgis is Senior Vice President International at Yext, leading strategy and growth outside North America with a focus on EMEA.    She brings decades of experience across technology, ecommerce and digital innovation, with senior roles at Yahoo!, Oracle and Gartner.   As CEO of Cleverbridge, a global ecommerce and subscription platform, she drove growth and expanded its partner ecosystem.    Previously CEO of Yext Europe and an early member of Yext's leadership team, she played a key role in establishing and scaling the company's European operations.    Her career reflects a strong commitment to innovation, customer focus and diversity in technology, alongside board roles including Sabre and the Georgia Tech Foundation.   Yext (NYSE: YEXT) is a leading brand visibility platform built for a world where discovery happens across AI search, traditional search, social media, websites and direct channels.    Powered by more than 2 billion trusted data points and integrated products, Yext gives brands clarity, control and confidence across digital touchpoints.    Through real-time insights and AI-driven recommendations. Guest social media - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendisturgis/  -Website: https://www.yext.com/   Host social media - Website: www.siinda.org - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberli-lewis-7a34053/?ppe=1 https://www.linkedin.com/company/search-and-information-industry-association/?viewAsMember=true - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followsiinda/

    51 min

  5. MAR 3

    The Retention Revolution: Why People Stay (or Go)

    In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest challenges facing business leaders today—retaining top talent. Why do employees stay—or walk away? How can companies turn professional development into a real competitive edge? Join us as we unpack one CEO's firsthand experience navigating the shifting world of talent and retention. Whether you're a business leader, HR professional, or simply curious about the future of work, this conversation will leave you with fresh insights and actionable strategies for building teams that last About the Guest Mark Peters is the author of The Retention Trap: Stop Measuring Turnover, Start Measuring Talent Investment (Post Hill Press, June 3, 2025), which builds on the insights from his first book, The Source.  He is CEO of Butterball Farms, Inc., recognized nationally as one of The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® from 2018 to 2024.  In 2003, Mark founded a pioneering coalition of West Michigan CEOs and community leaders to create the SOURCE, a nonprofit that has helped hundreds of workers overcome challenges impacting their jobs while delivering an average annual ROI of 200 percent to partner organizations. An engaging speaker and storyteller, Mark has presented at TEDx and other major events. Learn more at RetentionTrap.com. Guest social media - Website:  https://i-3leadership.com/ , s://www.grsource.org/ https://butterballfarms.com/ - Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/i3leadership1, https://www.facebook.com/ButterballFarm https://www.linkedin.com/company/i-3-leadership , https://www.linkedin.com/company/butterball-farms-inc-/posts/?feedView=all Host social media - Website: www.siinda.org - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberli-lewis-7a34053/?ppe=1 https://www.linkedin.com/company/search-and-information-industry-association/?viewAsMember=true - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followsiinda/

    51 min

  6. FEB 24

    Beyond the Buzzwords: What Inclusion Really Means

    What does inclusion really mean beyond policies and buzzwords? This podcast explores inclusion as a human experience and a leadership imperative—how people feel seen, valued, and able to contribute. Through real conversations on bias, belonging, and leadership, we look at what inclusion truly looks like in everyday moments. Because inclusion isn't just about who's in the room—it's about how people experience being there. About the Guest Dr. Riza Kadilar was the President of EMCC Global between 2017 and 2024, and she is the author of The Contemporary Leader: The Value of Inclusion in Successful Leadership, published by Wiley in December 2024. The book explores how inclusive leadership drives success in today's complex organizations and is available through major retailers like Amazon and Wiley. With over 30 years of senior banking leadership experience across France, the UK, the Netherlands, and Turkey, Dr. Kadilar has built a career focused on human capital and business growth. He also founded RK Academy to expand access to high-quality learning. A visiting professor, international keynote speaker, and author of seven leadership books, Dr. Kadilar is widely recognized for his contributions to leadership and professional development. Guest social media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BjJSKBsxZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr  https://www.facebook.com/share/19e3XT75g4/?mibextid=wwXIfr  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rizakadilar  Host social media -Website: www.siinda.org - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberli-lewis-7a34053/?ppe=1 https://www.linkedin.com/company/search-and-information-industry-association/?viewAsMember=true - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followsiinda/

    51 min

  7. FEB 17

    Leading with Intention: How Purpose Fuels Power and Impact

    In Today's episode is about intention—and what happens when you stop operating on autopilot and start leading with purpose. We're diving into how clarity fuels confidence, how inner power is built during life's hardest moments, and how true leadership creates impact long after the spotlight fades. This is a conversation about resilience, alignment, and making intentional choices that shape not just success—but meaning. About the Guest Bianca D'Alessio is the author of the forthcoming book Mastering Intentions: 10 Practices to Amplify Power and Lead with Lasting Impact (Savio Republic, Aug. 5, 2025), a practical guide for high achievers seeking to lead with clarity, purpose, and sustainable influence. Drawing on her experience at the top of one of the world's most competitive industries, the book offers actionable practices for harnessing intention as a source of power, presence, and long-term success. She is also the star of HBO Max's acclaimed series Selling the Hamptons and the top-ranked real estate broker in both New York City and New York State. As the founder of one of the highest-producing brokerage teams in the United States, Bianca oversees a $10 billion international real estate portfolio spanning luxury residential and investment markets. In addition to her brokerage work, Bianca writes a weekly column for Money Magazine and is a frequent expert voice in Forbes, The New York Times, Fox Business, Medium, and The Real Deal. Known for combining strategic precision with mindset mastery, she continues to shape how leaders think about power, growth, and lasting impact. Guest social media - Website: www.biancadalessio.com   - Facebook:  facebook.com/bianca.dalessio.3   - Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/biancadalessio/  - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancadalessio/ Host social media -Website: www.siinda.org - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberli-lewis-7a34053/?ppe=1 https://www.linkedin.com/company/search-and-information-industry-association/?viewAsMember=true - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followsiinda/

    52 min

  8. FEB 10

    Leading Becomes You: The Inner Work of Flourishing Leadership

    What if leadership isn't about doing more—but about becoming more yourself? In this podcast, Dr. Natalie Pickering invites us beneath the surface of performance and position to explore the inner terrain of leadership. Through honest conversation, real stories, and practical insight, we'll examine identity, awareness, connection, and what it truly takes to lead from the inside out. This is a conversation for leaders who are ready to stop surviving—and start flourishing. About the Guest Natalie Pickering, PhD, is the author of the forthcoming book Leading Becomes You: A Real-World Framework for Leading from Inside Out (Sept. 18, 2025), a practical and deeply human guide that reframes leadership as an inside-out practice grounded in self-awareness, integrity, and courage.  She is a TEDx speaker, organizational psychologist, and executive coach known for helping leaders trade relentless performance pressure for authentic, sustainable influence. Drawing on decades of research and real-world experience, the book offers leaders a clear framework for leading in ways that are both effective and deeply aligned. Natalie is the founder of The BECOMING WORKS, a leadership development firm dedicated to helping organizations scale without losing their soul. Guest social media - Website: https://www.drnataliepickering.com/  - Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/drnataliebecominginstitute/  - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnataliepickering/ Host social media -Website: www.siinda.org - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberli-lewis-7a34053/?ppe=1 https://www.linkedin.com/company/search-and-information-industry-association/?viewAsMember=true - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followsiinda/

    51 min
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Leadership Beyond Borders" by Siinda explores the dynamic realm of leadership, emphasizing a range of perspectives and strategies tailored for navigating the constantly evolving globalized digital landscape.

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  • Creator
    Kimberli J. Lewis
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    378
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Kimberli J. Lewis
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    Leadership Beyond Borders

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