Leadership and Innovation Unlocked

Inclusive Collective

The Leadership and Innovation Unlocked podcast with Inclusive Collective is a conversation with and for leaders driving performance and innovation through inclusive leadership. Our guests consist of leaders and experts in various industries who share their perspectives on leadership and how they strive to build organizational cultures that are high performing, operationally excellent, innovative, and inclusive. Hosted by Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley.

  1. The AI and Layoffs Summer with Dr. Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley

    8h ago

    The AI and Layoffs Summer with Dr. Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley

    Nadia and Rob are back in the news (figuratively) as they break down how HB-1 visas and layoffs are impacting tech-heavy city real estate markets, AI-driven changes to State Farm agents' commissions, and the Meta layoffs and the rise of boomerang workers. Later, Nadia rants about rampant corruption as Rob tries to find a red, white, and blue lining in this year's Fourth of July celebrations. Learn more about the topics discussed in the episode today: https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/h-1b-visa-curbs-on-indians-slow-texas-real-estate-us-immigration-policy-11594879/amp/1 https://www.wsj.com/finance/state-farms-ai-plan-for-sales-agents-sparks-uproar-a-real-slap-in-the-face-6453e2cb https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2026/05/28/michael-dell-trump-accounts-dod.html https://hrexecutive.com/metas-zuckerberg-weve-made-mistakes-in-ai-transformation/?oly_enc_id=6122G2643790C2Z Find season 6 episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1i5q2ALf97g1pNz1TdSC_OBOlnPcFhsXs?usp=drive_link   Connect with us: Visit www.nazconsultants.com to learn more about Dr. Nadia Butt’s work in leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness Visit https://luma.com/trustbydesign for workshops and webinars to use data and AI to build organizational trust Send us your thoughts or topic ideas at inclusivecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Follow Inclusive Collective LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/inclusivecollective/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inclusivecollectivepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inclusivecollectivepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InclusiveCollective/ Connect with Nadia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadianazbutt/ Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hadley-utah/

    24 min
  2. Why AI will bring inclusion back with Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey

    Jun 16

    Why AI will bring inclusion back with Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey

    Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey, founder of The Element of Inclusion, joins Dr. Nadia and Rob to talk about why AI is bringing inclusion back, how organizations change when our team members are bots, and how AI can create opportunities to measure inclusion. Find season 6 episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bP3N6QYBG0UkzdRm5GwiFfoQLvGtIRrK?usp=sharing   Connect with us: Visit www.nazconsultants.com to learn more about Dr. Nadia Butt’s work in leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness, and check out http://www.tekanoconsulting.com/ to explore Rob Hadley’s approach to data-driven people and culture strategy. Send us your thoughts or topic ideas at inclusivecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Follow Inclusive Collective LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/inclusivecollective/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inclusivecollectivepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inclusivecollectivepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InclusiveCollective/ Connect with Nadia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadianazbutt/ Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hadley-utah/

    30 min
  3. Designing operating models that can't fail with Michele Liuzzi and Olga Potaptseva

    Jun 2

    Designing operating models that can't fail with Michele Liuzzi and Olga Potaptseva

    Rare disease supply chain executive Michele Liuzzi and operating model design expert Olga Potaptseva join Nadia and Rob to discuss their collaboration to develop The Harmonious Operating Model, why breaking down silos is "addictive" for leaders and employees, and why organizations have to anchor their decisions in "why?". Learn more about Sataaya Consulting at: https://www.sataaya.com Read the whitepaper at: https://www.eucustomerconsultancy.com/operationalblueprint-2 Find season 6 episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bP3N6QYBG0UkzdRm5GwiFfoQLvGtIRrK?usp=sharing   Connect with us: Visit www.nazconsultants.com to learn more about Dr. Nadia Butt’s work in leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness, and check out http://www.tekanoconsulting.com/ to explore Rob Hadley’s approach to data-driven people and culture strategy. Send us your thoughts or topic ideas at inclusivecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Follow Inclusive Collective LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/inclusivecollective/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inclusivecollectivepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inclusivecollectivepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InclusiveCollective/ Connect with Nadia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadianazbutt/ Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hadley-utah/

    42 min
  4. Season Premiere: Allbirds AI, Deloitte's caste system, DEI is not hostile, and remote work extremes

    May 19

    Season Premiere: Allbirds AI, Deloitte's caste system, DEI is not hostile, and remote work extremes

    Season 6 kicks off with the stories Nadia and Rob have been bursting to talk about during their hiatus. Allbirds goes from wooly shoes to AI, Deloitte creates a caste system and cuts benefits, DEI survives a major court case, and a federal worker pulls a fast one. Later, Rob rants about CEO pay and Nadia raves about Lego. Learn more about the topics discussed in the episode today: •  https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/15/allbirds-bird-stock-shoes-ai.html •  https://finance.yahoo.com/economy/policy/articles/deloitte-just-axed-50k-ivf-171500592.html? •  https://www.hrdive.com/news/dei-training-didnt-lead-to-hostile-work-environment-10th-circuit/820017/ • https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2026/apr/2/nehemie-almonor-federal-worker-va-admits-using-telework-get-3/ Find season 6 episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1i5q2ALf97g1pNz1TdSC_OBOlnPcFhsXs?usp=drive_link   Connect with us: Visit www.nazconsultants.com to learn more about Dr. Nadia Butt’s work in leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness Visit https://luma.com/trustbydesign for workshops and webinars to use data and AI to build organizational trust Send us your thoughts or topic ideas at inclusivecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Follow Inclusive Collective LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/inclusivecollective/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inclusivecollectivepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inclusivecollectivepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InclusiveCollective/ Connect with Nadia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadianazbutt/ Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hadley-utah/

    21 min
  5. Microshifting!, Meta gets a wrist slap, and Nadia and Rob update their predictions

    Mar 31

    Microshifting!, Meta gets a wrist slap, and Nadia and Rob update their predictions

    In this season's finale, Nadia and Rob circle back on their predictions for the what has become the longest year ever. They also check in on a new workplace term to argue over and discuss the jury verdicts against Meta and what they mean for the workplace. Also, they discuss all of the great feedback they are getting on the show and share how you can work with Nadia and Rob! Find season 5 episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bP3N6QYBG0UkzdRm5GwiFfoQLvGtIRrK?usp=sharing   Connect with us: Visit www.nazconsultants.com to learn more about Dr. Nadia Butt’s work in leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness, and check out http://www.tekanoconsulting.com/ to explore Rob Hadley’s approach to data-driven inclusive strategy. Send us your thoughts or topic ideas at inclusivecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Follow Inclusive Collective LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/inclusivecollective/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inclusivecollectivepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inclusivecollectivepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InclusiveCollective/ Connect with Nadia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadianazbutt/ Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hadley-utah/

    30 min
  6. Gen Zs trad trends, economic armageddon, and Culture Design authors James D. White and Krista White

    Mar 17

    Gen Zs trad trends, economic armageddon, and Culture Design authors James D. White and Krista White

    James D. White and Krista White, authors of the bestselling book "Culture Design" stop by to discuss how leaders can build high-performing organizations intentionally, why culture may be more important than strategy. Nadia and Rob also check out the latest survey on Gen Zs attitudes towards gender roles and they check in on all of the signs of weakness in the economy. Later, Nadia rants about the return of bias on airplanes and Rob gives an art recommendation. Connect with Krista:https://www.thekristawhite.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kristawhite3/IG: @thekristawhiteConnect with James:https://www.jdwhitedesignlabs.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-d-white-086ab2153/Mentioned in this episode:- Trad wives : https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/05/gen-z-men-baby-boomers-wives-should-obey-husbands?CMP=Share_iOSApp_OtherConnect with us: Visit www.nazconsultants.com to learn more about Dr. Nadia Butt’s work in leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness, and check out http://www.tekanoconsulting.com/ to explore Rob Hadley’s approach to data-driven inclusive strategy. Send us your thoughts or topic ideas at inclusivecollectivepodcast@gmail.comFollow Inclusive Collective LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/inclusivecollective/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inclusivecollectivepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inclusivecollectivepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InclusiveCollective/ Connect with Nadia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadianazbutt/ Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hadley-utah/

    39 min
  7. Accenture goes "Big Brother', Vermont makes child care affordable, and Dr. Adina Nichols of Uber

    Mar 3

    Accenture goes "Big Brother', Vermont makes child care affordable, and Dr. Adina Nichols of Uber

    Dr. Adina Nichols of Uber joins the Inclusive Collective duo to reflect on the positive impact of AI on learning and development, how managers can create space for learning, and shares practical tips on driving behavior change. Nadia and Rob also discuss child care initiatives in Vermont and Accenture's push to monitor AI use as a key factor in granting promotions. All that and rants and raves! Mentioned in this episode: https://www.nytimes.com/video/us/100000010708448/vermont-affordable-childcare-act-76.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/accenture/2026/feb/19/accenture-links-staff-promotions-to-use-of-ai-tools?utm_source=chatgpt.com Connect with us: Visit www.nazconsultants.com to learn more about Dr. Nadia Butt’s work in leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness, and check out http://www.tekanoconsulting.com/ to explore Rob Hadley’s approach to data-driven inclusive strategy. Connect with Dr. Adina Nichols: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adina-nichols-edd-94163420/ Send us your thoughts or topic ideas at inclusivecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Follow Inclusive Collective LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/inclusivecollective/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inclusivecollectivepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inclusivecollectivepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InclusiveCollective/ Connect with Nadia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadianazbutt/ Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hadley-utah/

    34 min
  8. EEOC goes after Nike, Eightfold.ai gets sued, and Zapier's Brandon Sammut and Maggie Roque

    Feb 17

    EEOC goes after Nike, Eightfold.ai gets sued, and Zapier's Brandon Sammut and Maggie Roque

    Nadia and Rob welcome Brandon Sammut and Maggie Roque of AI-orchestration platform Zapier to talk about the practical skills learned from DEI (what Zapier calls 'DIBE') that translate to AI transformation, why all transformations are about leaders, talent & culture, and the underrated role consistency plays in building organizational trust. The team also reviews the EEOC's escalation against Nike's DEI efforts and a California lawsuit against HR hiring platform Eightfold.ai. Later, Pete Hegseth threatens Cub Scout funding and Nadia reflects on Bad Bunny's halftime glory. Story 1: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/business/eeoc-nike-white-employee-discrimination.html Story 2: https://hrexecutive.com/eightfold-ai-bias-suit-just-the-tip-of-the-iceberg/?oly_enc_id=6122G2643790C2Z Connect with Brandon Sammut: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-sammut-8147b76/ Connect with us: Visit www.nazconsultants.com to learn more about Dr. Nadia Butt’s work in leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness, and check out http://www.tekanoconsulting.com/ to explore Rob Hadley’s approach to data-driven inclusive strategy. Send us your thoughts or topic ideas at inclusivecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Follow Inclusive Collective LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/inclusivecollective/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inclusivecollectivepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inclusivecollectivepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InclusiveCollective/ Connect with Nadia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadianazbutt/ Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hadley-utah/

    43 min
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The Leadership and Innovation Unlocked podcast with Inclusive Collective is a conversation with and for leaders driving performance and innovation through inclusive leadership. Our guests consist of leaders and experts in various industries who share their perspectives on leadership and how they strive to build organizational cultures that are high performing, operationally excellent, innovative, and inclusive. Hosted by Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley.

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