Inside the Z-Suite

Hofstra University's Frank G. Zarb School of Business

Discover visionary voices and industry insights on Inside the Z-Suite, a public service radio program co-produced by Hofstra University’s Frank G. Zarb School of Business and WRHU that airs every Wednesday at 4 p.m. on WRHU 88.7 FM, Radio Hofstra University

  1. FEB 5

    Beyond the Numbers: Women Leading Change in Accounting w/ Carin Giuliante

    On this episode of Inside the Z-Suite, we’re joined by Carin Giuliante, Chair and CEO of Deloitte Tax LLP and proud Hofstra alumna, for a conversation on purpose-driven leadership, innovation, and the evolving future of the accounting profession.

    29 min

  2. JAN 29

    Ethics and Accountability in the Age of AI w/ Hafiz Asif

    As AI plays a growing role in decisions across healthcare, hiring, finance, and the legal system, concerns around fairness and accountability are rising. In this episode of Inside the Z-Suite, Hafiz Asif, PhD, Associate Professor at the Zarb School of Business, discusses his research on AI and ethics and what it takes to use emerging technologies responsibly.

    31 min

  3. JAN 7

    From MCI to the Age of AI with Douglas L. Maine

    In this episode of Inside the Z-Suite, we speak with Douglas L. Maine about one of the most remarkable business transformations in modern history—and what it reveals about today’s AI revolution. From helping lead MCI’s rise againstAT&T to advising CEOs navigating artificial intelligence, Maine shares lessons on disruption, innovation, and leadership in times of profound change.

    40 min

  4. 11/20/2025

    Staging Success: The Business of Broadway with Ken Davenport

    In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the business of Broadway with Tony Award-winning producer Ken Davenport. From financing and marketing to the creative risks behind a hit show, Davenport shares how artistry and entrepreneurship intersect on the world’s biggest stage. With credits including Kinky Boots, Once On This Island, and A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, Ken offers an insider’s look at what it takes to turn vision into standing ovations.

    25 min

  5. 10/08/2025

    From Buyouts to Blockchain w/ Nick Tsafos

    Private equity and digital assets are transforming the way capital flows and how investors approach investment. Nicholas Tsafos, CPA and Partner at Eisner Advisory Group and EisnerAmper LLP, joins us to talk about how private equity has evolved, why blockchain matters, and what strong leadership looks like in today’s fast-changing financial world.

    30 min

  6. 09/24/2025

    Driving Performance Improvement at Scale w/ Neil Smith

    In this episode, we delve into what it takes to drive performance improvement at scale with expert Neil Smith, Senior Advisor at McKinsey & Company, who has over 30 years of experience leading global transformations for companies like Bank of America and is the author of the New York Times bestseller How Excellent Companies Avoid Dumb Things.

    32 min

  7. 08/13/2025

    Power, Purpose, and Governance w/ Debra Sandler

    Corporate governance is the foundation of strong leadership—yet it’s often overlooked. In this episode, we sit down with Debra Sandler, a seasoned executive, board director, and Hofstra Trustee, to explore how effective governance shapes organizational integrity, resilience, and long-term success.

    37 min

  8. 06/04/2025

    “Where’s my order?” Understanding Supply Chain Management with Dr. Kaushik Sengupta

    In this episode, we examine a topic that impacts everyone: supply chain management. What is it, and why has it become such a significant issue? To help us unpack it all, recognized expert Kaushik Sengupta, PhD, Associate Dean of Business Graduate Programs and Chair of the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship at the Zarb School of Business, will share insights into how businesses and customers can adapt to the growing web of tariffs, trade tensions, and disruptions that test the supply chain limits.

    33 min
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Discover visionary voices and industry insights on Inside the Z-Suite, a public service radio program co-produced by Hofstra University’s Frank G. Zarb School of Business and WRHU that airs every Wednesday at 4 p.m. on WRHU 88.7 FM, Radio Hofstra University

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  • Creator
    Hofstra University's Frank G. Zarb School of Business
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Hofstra University's Frank G. Zarb School of Business
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