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Executives from across industries share insights to help business leaders solve their toughest business challenges. By combining the right people and technologies, they’re tackling issues like trust, talent, transformation and sustainability, and addressing external forces like geopolitical conflict, the ongoing pandemic and social injustice challenges. Listen to these conversations on PwC Pulse podcast.

  1. 4月10日

    Transforming for impact: Lessons from Dress for Success

    Text us your thoughts on this episode In this episode, Kelly Pedersen, PwC's global retail leader, speaks with Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, CEO of Dress for Success, about the transformation journey of Dress for Success, a global nonprofit., The conversation highlights key lessons for leaders aiming to navigate organizational change. With growth can come complexity — a new strategy, new ways to serve customers and the challenge of aligning stakeholders. We explore how rapid growth can spark new ways of working, why a customer-first mindset should guide decision-making, and how aligning leadership is key to success. We also explore the importance of engaging stakeholders in shaping the future, and the importance of a forward-looking mindset through it all. Listen in for insights to help you navigate your own transformation journey.

    18 分钟

  2. 2月18日

    High confidence, high stakes: Meeting market demands with the right team

    Text us your thoughts on this episode In today’s fast-paced business environment, companies are facing a combination of tech disruption, shifting workforce dynamics and evolving customer expectations. From keeping up with market-speed execution to building resilient talent pipelines and fostering organizational agility, leaders are navigating a complex path toward growth. One of the critical questions executives are asking is: How can we adapt to these shifts while advancing the potential of our people and processes? To explore these topics, PwC US Chief People & Inclusion Officer Yolanda Seals-Coffield is joined by Kathryn Kaminsky, PwC US Chief Commercial Officer to discuss the intersection of meeting the market demands with the right teams, what we’re seeing and how companies can stay ahead.  About the podcast participants   Yolanda Seals-Coffield, PwC US Chief People & Inclusion Officer  As US Chief People & Inclusion Officer, Yolanda Seals-Coffield is responsible for providing strategic leadership to align the firm’s people and inclusion strategies with the firm’s growth strategy and helping the firm remain a place where people can be their authentic selves, grow their careers, service our clients and thrive in their personal and professional lives.   Kathryn Kaminsky, PwC US Chief Commercial Officer  As US Chief Commercial Officer, Kathryn Kaminsky leads PwC’s commercial side of the business across our lines of service to bring the full firm to our clients. This includes our go-to-market strategies in the US and Mexico, all while laser-focused on growing the firm and delivering distinguished client service.  For more information on this episode's speakers, and to view the full transcript, please visit pwc.com.

    22 分钟

  3. 1月16日

    The road ahead: Business strategies for the new administration

    Text us your thoughts on this episode Join PwC to explore what’s top of mind for the C-suite following the recent US election and key actions to foster agility and seize opportunities in 2025 under a new administration. As we move into a new administration led by President-elect Donald Trump and a Republican Congress, business leaders are focused on what's coming next. Leading our conversation today is Kathryn Kaminsky, Chief Commercial Officer for PwC, as we hear insights from PwC leaders unpacking potential changes. We'll cover everything from policy actions and supply chain impacts to how business can manage AI responsibly and adapt to rising energy demands.  Business leaders have a lot to think about in the coming months. It's a crucial time to plan, be strategic and prioritize effectively.  Find more insights here on how the 2024 election will impact your business. For more information on this episode's speakers, and to view the full transcript, please visit pwc.com.

    39 分钟

  4. 2024/08/13

    Building supply chain resiliency in an uncertain world

    Text us your thoughts on this episode In this episode, Dinkar Saran, Pharma and Life Sciences Operations Partner at PwC, and Jim Cafone, SVP of Global Supply Chain at Pfizer, dive into operations transformation and its critical role in building resilient and sustainable supply chains, revenue growth and differentiation in an ever-changing world. Their discussion features insights on how to navigate the delicate balance between short-term pressures and long-term challenges, exploring strategies for improving operations, enhancing agility and leveraging technology to drive productivity and adaptability. Join us as we uncover key principles and practical approaches that can help your organization thrive in an evolving business landscape. About the podcast participants Dinkar Saran leads PwC’s Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences Operations practice delivering integrated operations solutions for PwC clients. Globally he has worked across biopharmaceuticals, generics and CDMOs with the board and C-suite of multinational companies to enable quantifiable value and EBITDA improvements. He has extensive experience in mergers & acquisitions and has supported multiple corporate and private equity driven transactions on revenue and cost side diligence, integration planning, and post deal value capture. Jim Cafone is the Senior Vice President, Global Supply Chain, at Pfizer. He is responsible for global demand forecasting, demand and supply planning, worldwide logistics, and inventory management. Jim is an engineer by trade and has expertise in supply chain management and strategic sourcing. Prior to joining Pfizer, Jim spent almost two decades with Wyeth Pharmaceuticals as part of the manufacturing and operations analysis team. He held numerous positions within manufacturing, materials management, customer order management, physical distribution, and information technology functions. This included Vice President, EMEA Manufacturing and Supply and Vice President, Worldwide Logistics. For more information on this episode's speakers, and to view the full transcript, please visit pwc.com.

    24 分钟

  5. 2024/06/04

    Top AI trends and strategies to make the most of them

    Text us your thoughts on this episode Technological advances, surging investments and the competition for talent are all working toward one thing: artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally changing how business gets done. In this episode, Joe Atkinson, Vice Chair - Chief Products & Technology Officer at PwC and Sal Companieh, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Cushman & Wakefield check in on the top AI trends for businesses – highlighting the need for smart AI choices, responsible AI practices and upskilling leaders to harness its full potential. They discuss how AI can accelerate the value of data-driven decisions and be the 'missing link' for your data investments, helping you stay ahead of the competition. Join us to learn how one of the world’s largest commercial real estate services firms has been using technology and AI in some innovative ways. About the podcast participants  Joe Atkinson is a member of PwC's US Leadership Team and is responsible for leading the firm through the next wave of digital transformation. This includes accelerating growth in go-to-market products and digital solutions, as well as the firmwide technology capabilities. Previously serving as the Chief Digital Officer, Joe defined and executed the vision to digitally enable the firm, and better leverage technology and talent to bring greater value (and experience) to the firm's people and clients. Prior to that, Joe was the leader of PwC’s Technology, Media and Telecommunication consulting business for the US, Japan and China, and he has built a reputation as a trusted, pragmatic and thoughtful advisor to clients as they navigate through accelerating technology changes and increasing regulatory complexity. Sal Companieh is the Chief Digital and Information Officer at Cushman & Wakefield responsible for providing solutions that improve Cushman & Wakefield’s operations, enhance client service and drive new business. Sal has over 20 years of consulting experience in process and technology transformation and has led the firm through numerous acquisition integrations as well as implementations of global platforms.  Sal joined Cushman & Wakefield in 2011 as Vice President, Global Applications, and since that time has held technology leadership positions across the business, most recently as co-Chief Information Officer (CIO). She also previously served as CIO, Corporate Solutions, where she was responsible for building processes that collect, curate and optimize enterprise, client and property data, and as CIO for the firm’s facility services business, C&W Services. Prior to joining the firm, Sal was an independent consultant at Covidien and held senior technology positions at IBM and Lindt & Sprüngli. For more information on this episode's speakers, and to view the full transcript, please visit pwc.com.

    19 分钟

  6. 2024/05/01

    Cybersecurity: The role of CISOs in today's business strategy

    Text us your thoughts on this episode In this episode, PwC’s Global Cybersecurity & Privacy Leader, Sean Joyce and Deneen Defiore, Chief Information Security Officer at United Airlines dive into the world of cybersecurity and its growing importance in the C-suite. They explore how Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are evolving beyond their traditional roles and leading the way in risk management, contributing more directly to the enterprise business strategy and bringing security to the table. They also discuss the latest news events and tech advancements impacting their approach to cybersecurity. Listen in to explore the evolving role of CISOs, the collaborative opportunities that exist and more. About the podcast participants Sean Joyce, Sean is a Principal in PwC’s Consulting Segment and part of the US Consulting Leadership team where he holds multiple leadership roles as the Global Cybersecurity and Privacy Leader, US Cyber, Risk and Regulatory Leader, and recently overseeing US Responsible AI, working across the Trust & Consulting Segments. Prior to PwC, he held various roles focused on serving alongside those who defended and protected the American values we hold dear. Deneen DeFiore, currently serves as Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer at United Airlines. She is responsible for leading the cybersecurity and digital risk organization to ensure the company is prepared to prevent, detect, and respond to evolving cyber threats. She leads initiatives on commercial aviation cyber safety risk, improving cyber resilience, and represents United working with international partners to reduce cyber safety risk world-wide across the aviation ecosystem.

    26 分钟

  7. 2024/04/03

    Leading with Trust: CEO Outlook for 2024

    Text us your thoughts on this episode How can CEOs lead with trust? Building trust is the bedrock to enabling your company to continue to be relevant now and in the decades to come. So how do you earn trust with your customers, stakeholders and society at large? In this episode, we’ll take a deeper dive into the importance of trust and how it is shaping CEOs' plans for 2024, with a conversation between PwC US Senior Partner Tim Ryan and Daryl Brewster, CEO of Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose. Their discussion was recorded during a recent Trust in Action webcast presented by PwC's Trust Leadership Institute, which convenes senior executives and thought leaders to navigate the most complex trust-related issues. About the podcast participants Tim Ryan is PwC's US Senior Partner. A forward-thinking leader committed to driving human-led, tech-powered outcomes to build trust in society and solve important problems, Tim has a proven record advancing strategy, growth, innovation, and upskilling. He reimagined PwC leading a complete digital transformation and launching a bold new strategy – The New Equation – to get ahead of the rapid pace of change bringing the best people, capabilities and technology together to support clients in building trust and delivering sustained outcomes. Equity is foundational to Tim’s trust-based leadership – he is also the founder of CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion. Daryl Brewster currently serves as CEO of Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP), an organization focused on empowering senior executives of the world’s leading companies to achieve unprecedented progress on societal challenges while driving business performance. Daryl has nearly 30 years of executive experience in the US and abroad. He has been an officer for several Fortune 500 companies, served as the turnaround CEO of a publicly-traded company, run five multi-billion dollar business units and currently serves on several privately-held and non-profit boards.

    31 分钟

  8. 2024/01/24

    CEO insights from the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos

    Text us your thoughts on this episode Tim Ryan, PwC US Senior Partner, was recently in Davos for the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting, which brings together global leaders from government, business and civil society to help solve global challenges. In this episode, J.C. Lapierre, US Chief Strategy and Communications Officer, talks to Tim about some of the top topics discussed this year, like technology, the future of work, climate and -- the theme of this year’s meeting -- building trust. Tim and J.C. also explore key takeaways for business leaders, including new ways, in this changing world, to find growth and create value for all stakeholders. For more information on this episode's speakers, and to view the full transcript, please visit pwc.com. About the podcast participants Tim Ryan is PwC's US Senior Partner. A forward-thinking leader committed to driving human-led, tech-powered outcomes to build trust in society and solve important problems, Tim has a proven record advancing strategy, growth, innovation, and upskilling. He reimagined PwC leading a complete digital transformation and launching a bold new strategy – The New Equation – to get ahead of the rapid pace of change bringing the best people, capabilities and technology together to support clients in building trust and delivering sustained outcomes. Equity is foundational to Tim’s trust-based leadership – he is also the founder of CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion. J.C. Lapierre serves as PwC’s US Chief Strategy and Communications Officer. In that capacity, J.C. works with the executive leadership team to develop, communicate, execute and sustain corporate strategic initiatives. J.C. has been a critical part of the firm’s efforts to streamline business operations and reduce operating costs to create investment capacity. She also helped architect the strategy to digitally transform the firm.

    20 分钟
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Executives from across industries share insights to help business leaders solve their toughest business challenges. By combining the right people and technologies, they’re tackling issues like trust, talent, transformation and sustainability, and addressing external forces like geopolitical conflict, the ongoing pandemic and social injustice challenges. Listen to these conversations on PwC Pulse podcast.

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