3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders

Breakthrough Global
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At Breakthrough Global we've spent the past 30 years developing the Breakthrough methodology to transform companies looking to reach their highest level. In this podcast, we'll meet the world's foremost leaders and creative talents, distilling their knowledge and experience into 3 lessons which we guarantee will help you, and your companies, to unleash your potential. Breakthrough Global website: https://www.breakthroughglobal.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group/ Dr Bart Sayle: https://www.bartsayle.com/

  1. JAN 26

    Why Standing Still Is Moving Backwards with Norberto Chaclin

    In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we're joined by Norberto Chaclin, EVP and Chief R&D Officer at Mondelēz International, leading global innovation for iconic brands like Oreo, Ritz, Cadbury, Milka and Toblerone. Norberto has held key R&D leadership roles across the company, driving major product innovation. Before Mondelēz, he spent 18 years at PepsiCo in senior positions across Frito-Lay, global beverages and joint ventures, ultimately heading R&D for PepsiCo North America Beverages and the Pepsi/Starbucks partnership. In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Norberto: 1.  Lean into new experiences  2. Lead Innovation for Innovation 3. Without a Vision,  you’ll be left behind  This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Norberto here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norberto-chaclin-613840  Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/⁠  Zannah Ryabchuk: ⁠⁠⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk⁠  Visit Breakthrough Global Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://breakthroughglobal.com/⁠  Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: ⁠⁠⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group⁠ Follow Breakthrough Global ⁠on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/⁠

    37 min

  2. 12/15/2025

    A Journey to Conscious Leadership with Edgar Huber

    In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we're joined by Edgar Huber, CEO of Nest New York and a global leader in transforming and rebuilding fast-paced Fortune 500 companies. Currently leading NEST New York, a private equity–owned global fragrance lifestyle brand, Edgar brings decades of international leadership experience across three continents. His career includes senior leadership roles at iconic companies such as Coty, Juicy Couture, and L’Oréal, where he built a reputation for driving growth and reinvention in highly competitive markets. Edgar is best known for building profitable brands in sectors including beauty, luxury, and pet care, leveraging digital transformation, modernised product innovation, and optimised channel management. Throughout his journey, he has consistently demonstrated how strategic clarity and bold leadership can unlock sustainable success. In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Edgar: 1. From Command and Control to culture champion  2 Culture makes or breaks M&A 3. Leading begins and ends with culture This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Edgar here: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgarhuber  Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/  Zannah Ryabchuk: ⁠⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk  Visit Breakthrough Global Website: ⁠⁠https://breakthroughglobal.com/  Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group Follow Breakthrough Global ⁠on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/

    26 min

  3. 11/06/2025

    Creative Leadership in The Age of AI with Nick Emery

    In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we're joined by Nick Emery, a powerhouse in global marketing and advertising, and CEO of Jellyfish. With a career spanning nearly 40 years, Nick’s journey has taken him from selling quarter-page ads in Country Homes and Interiors magazine to co-founding and leading Mindshare, WPP’s largest media agency. Today, he heads Jellyfish, a global, AI-driven digital marketing organisation, and serves as a partner in the innovative Brandtech Group. Throughout his career, Nick has helped shape how brands connect with audiences in an era of constant change. In this episode, he shares powerful insights on creativity, adaptability, and leading through transformation in the ever-evolving marketing landscape. In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Nick: Anything is Possible with TeamworkBring the Human into AIOvercome Resistance to Change This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Nick here: ⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/in/nick-emery-663944162 Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3D9H0⁠ Zannah Ryabchuk: ⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3KL-0⁠ Visit Breakthrough Global Website: ⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3GdG0⁠ Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: ⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3Kvc0⁠ Follow Breakthrough Global ⁠on Instagram: ⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3K-40

    36 min

  4. 10/01/2025

    The Impact of What's Unsaid with Steven Gaffney

    In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we’re joined by Steven Gaffney, a leading expert in change management, honest communication, and building high-achieving teams.  With a client list spanning Fortune 500 giants like Amazon and Marriott, Steven brings decades of experience in helping leaders and organisations unlock their full potential. Author of more than four groundbreaking books, including Just Be Honest, he has established himself as a trusted voice in leadership and communication. Recognised by companies such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and BP, and by renowned institutions like Johns Hopkins University, Steven shares transformative lessons on how honesty and clarity can fuel leadership, trust, and lasting business success.  In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Steven: The Power of Honest Communication There’s a Difference Between Performance and Achievement Uncertain Times Require Breakthrough Leaders  This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Steven here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevengaffneycompany  Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3D9H0 Zannah Ryabchuk: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3KL-0 Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3GdG0 Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3Kvc0 Follow Breakthrough Global ⁠on Instagram: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3K-40

    45 min

  5. 06/18/2025

    Leading the 360 Degree Supply Chain with Harald Emberger

    In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we’re joined by Harald Emberger, Chief Supply Officer at Reckitt, to uncover his 3 powerful lessons for building future-ready, resilient supply chains. With global oversight of Reckitt’s end-to-end supply chain, procurement, and sustainability strategy, Harald shares his deep expertise on using supply as a competitive advantage—and how organisations can future-proof their operations by embracing agility, leadership and innovation. Harald brings a wealth of experience from leading high-performing teams at Beiersdorf, Unilever and Mars, with a career that has taken him across five countries and cultures. In this episode, he shares what it takes to lead through complexity while staying anchored in purpose. In this episode, we explore 3 lessons with Harald:1. Supply Chain as a Competitive Edge2. Do You Have 360-Degree Leadership?3. The Future for Supply Chain This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders—many of them Breakthrough alumni—who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Harald here: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/harald-emberger-8604a98 Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠https://www.bartsayle.com/ Justine Kane: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justine-kane-2343529/ Zannah Ryabchuk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk/ Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://breakthroughglobal.com/ Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group/ Follow Breakthrough Global ⁠on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/

    32 min

  6. 05/28/2025

    Smarter Business, Lighter Touch with Amit Chincholikar

    In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we’re joined by Amit Chincholikar, Group President of Human Resources at Hinduja Group to uncover his 3 lessons for leadership success. Drawing on his global experience shaping HR strategy across leading organisations, Amit shares powerful insights into consumer strategies, balancing empathy with accountability, and building leadership teams equipped for long-term success. In this episode, we explore 3 lessons with Amit: 1. You Will Find Magic with the Consumer 2. Great Leaders Balance Empathy and Accountability 3. Humour Can Be Overlooked This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders—many of them Breakthrough alumni—who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Amit Chincholikar here: https://in.linkedin.com/in/amitchincholikar Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠https://www.bartsayle.com/⁠ Justine Kane: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/justine-kane-she-her-2343529 Zannah Ryabchuk: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://www.breakthroughglobal.com Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group Follow Breakthrough Global ⁠on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/

    30 min

  7. 04/28/2025

    Breakthrough Leaders Unlock Potential with Gilles Morel

    In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we sat down with Gilles Morel, global business leader and former EVP at Whirlpool Corporation and Regional President at Mars to uncover key strategies for leadership success. Drawing on his experience leading strategic growth and transformation across top-tier organisations, Gilles shares powerful insights into building resilient teams, overcoming external challenges and mapping out a sustainable leadership journey. In this episode, we explore 3 lessons with Gilles: 1. Growing an Effective Team 2. Navigating Challenges That Are Out of Your Control 3. A Map for Your Leadership Journey This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders—many of them Breakthrough alumni—who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Gilles Morel here: https://it.linkedin.com/in/gimorel Find out more about Habitat for Humanity here: https://www.habitat.org/emea Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠https://www.bartsayle.com/⁠ Justine Kane https://www.linkedin.com/in/justine-kane-she-her-2343529/  Zannah Ryabchuk on ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk/ Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://www.breakthroughglobal.com Follow Breakthrough Global on https://www.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group/  Follow ⁠@globalbreakthrough⁠ on Instagram

    32 min

  8. 02/04/2025

    Challenging Bias in Leadership with Jamie Bechtel

    How can leaders create truly inclusive and impactful workplace?  Leadership today is about more than just making decisions - it’s about listening, learning, and fostering diverse perspectives. But what does it take to lead with authenticity and impact? In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we sat down with Jamie Bechtel, founder of the Kito Impact Foundation and Yellow Card, to explore the power of listening and inclusion in leadership. Drawing from her vast experience in marine conservation and her work with underrepresented groups, Jamie shares valuable insights on how she’s transformed communication, carved inclusive spaces, and driven meaningful change. Find out more about Jamie Bechtel here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-bechtel-j-d-ph-d-45315010 In this episode, we explore 3 lessons with Jamie: 1. The Art of Listening 2. Yellow Card: Calling Out Bias in Leadership 3. We Need a Variety of Lived Experiences This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders—many of them Breakthrough alumni—who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠https://www.bartsayle.com/⁠ Zannah Ryabchuk on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://www.breakthroughglobal.com Follow Breakthrough Global on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Follow ⁠@globalbreakthrough⁠ on Instagram

    31 min
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At Breakthrough Global we've spent the past 30 years developing the Breakthrough methodology to transform companies looking to reach their highest level. In this podcast, we'll meet the world's foremost leaders and creative talents, distilling their knowledge and experience into 3 lessons which we guarantee will help you, and your companies, to unleash your potential. Breakthrough Global website: https://www.breakthroughglobal.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group/ Dr Bart Sayle: https://www.bartsayle.com/

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