Building Purposeful Collaboration Across Continents with Claire Thwaites and Ed Lewin

In this episode we are joined by Claire Thwaites and Ed Lewin from the LEGO Group. We explore how their Government & Public Affairs team navigated the challenges of maintaining purpose and identity within a global team, culminating in the creation of the groundbreaking International Day of Play. Join us as we unravel the inspiring story of collaboration, resilience, and the power of purpose in achieving remarkable outcomes.

In this episode, we discuss:

●       The concept of an International Day of Play within the LEGO Group framework

●       The collaboration of various organizations, including commercial entities, NGOs, and governments

●       The impact of play under stress during the pandemic

●       Overcoming the challenge of maintaining a global team's identity in various local environments

●       The success of achieving a UN International Day of Play