48 min

S3 - E17: Bridging Cultures in M&A: Anirvan Sen & James Harris Unveil Key Strategies for Professional Growth Fifth Chrome Business Insights

    • Management

Join Anirvan Sen, a seasoned expert in building high-performance organizations, and James Harris, Integration Manager at Google with over 25 years of M&A experience, in an enlightening conversation that dives deep into the complexities of mergers and acquisitions. This episode sheds light on the critical role of culture and professional development in the success of M&A projects. Discover invaluable insights on the importance of understanding cultural differences, the power of direct coaching, and the need for open dialogue to seamlessly integrate diverse company cultures.

Key Highlights:
📌 Unpacking the 'Why' Behind Cultural Differences in M&A
📌 The Impact of Founders’ Backgrounds on Organizational Culture
📌 Strategies for Effective Professional Development and Leadership in M&A
📌 The Role of Courage and Presentation Skills in Navigating M&A Challenges
📌 Practical Advice on Cultural Integration and Continuous Learning

Whether you're a CEO looking to navigate your next merger, a leader aiming to foster a culture of continuous learning, or an M&A professional seeking to enhance your skillset, this podcast offers essential knowledge and strategies to help you succeed. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics of mergers and acquisitions, and learn how to leverage cultural integration and professional development for organizational growth.

Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful discussions on business strategy, leadership, and organizational development. Your journey to building a high-performance organization through strategic M&A starts here.

#MergersAndAcquisitions #CorporateCulture #HumanResources #Leadership #BusinessStrategy #OrganizationalDevelopment #TalentManagement #CultureChange

📌 About James Harris:
James Harris is a senior M&A practitioner with 25+ years of experience in the field. He has worked with some of the largest companies including Google and Amazon. His expertise encompasses various facets of M&A, with a special focus on the leadership and cultural dynamics of merging organizations.
👉 James Harris' LinkedIn


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🎙️ Hosted by:
⁠⁠Anirvan Sen, CEO Fifth Chrome 👉 LinkedIn Profile⁠⁠
⁠⁠Anahita Sen, Co-Facilitator Fifth Chrome Podcasts 👉 LinkedIn Profile⁠⁠

🌐 This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠, your trusted advisor for M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ⁠⁠Visit our website⁠⁠

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Books mentioned by James Harris:
🔹 Jim Collins: Built to Last.
🔹 Eli Goldratt: The Goal.
🔹 Emilie R. Feldman: The Divestitures.


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🔹 For More Insights:
Stay tuned for more episodes from Fifth Chrome, where we explore the intricacies of business strategy, high-performance organizational models, and M&A dynamics. Don't forget to subscribe and leave your thoughts in the comments!

#FifthChromePodcast #MergersAndAcquisitions #CorporateCulture #BusinessStrategy #BusinessPodcast #FifthChrome

Join Anirvan Sen, a seasoned expert in building high-performance organizations, and James Harris, Integration Manager at Google with over 25 years of M&A experience, in an enlightening conversation that dives deep into the complexities of mergers and acquisitions. This episode sheds light on the critical role of culture and professional development in the success of M&A projects. Discover invaluable insights on the importance of understanding cultural differences, the power of direct coaching, and the need for open dialogue to seamlessly integrate diverse company cultures.

Key Highlights:
📌 Unpacking the 'Why' Behind Cultural Differences in M&A
📌 The Impact of Founders’ Backgrounds on Organizational Culture
📌 Strategies for Effective Professional Development and Leadership in M&A
📌 The Role of Courage and Presentation Skills in Navigating M&A Challenges
📌 Practical Advice on Cultural Integration and Continuous Learning

Whether you're a CEO looking to navigate your next merger, a leader aiming to foster a culture of continuous learning, or an M&A professional seeking to enhance your skillset, this podcast offers essential knowledge and strategies to help you succeed. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics of mergers and acquisitions, and learn how to leverage cultural integration and professional development for organizational growth.

Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful discussions on business strategy, leadership, and organizational development. Your journey to building a high-performance organization through strategic M&A starts here.

#MergersAndAcquisitions #CorporateCulture #HumanResources #Leadership #BusinessStrategy #OrganizationalDevelopment #TalentManagement #CultureChange

📌 About James Harris:
James Harris is a senior M&A practitioner with 25+ years of experience in the field. He has worked with some of the largest companies including Google and Amazon. His expertise encompasses various facets of M&A, with a special focus on the leadership and cultural dynamics of merging organizations.
👉 James Harris' LinkedIn


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🎙️ Hosted by:
⁠⁠Anirvan Sen, CEO Fifth Chrome 👉 LinkedIn Profile⁠⁠
⁠⁠Anahita Sen, Co-Facilitator Fifth Chrome Podcasts 👉 LinkedIn Profile⁠⁠

🌐 This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠Fifth Chrome⁠⁠, your trusted advisor for M&A, Integration, and Business Transformations. ⁠⁠Visit our website⁠⁠

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Books mentioned by James Harris:
🔹 Jim Collins: Built to Last.
🔹 Eli Goldratt: The Goal.
🔹 Emilie R. Feldman: The Divestitures.


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🔹 For More Insights:
Stay tuned for more episodes from Fifth Chrome, where we explore the intricacies of business strategy, high-performance organizational models, and M&A dynamics. Don't forget to subscribe and leave your thoughts in the comments!

#FifthChromePodcast #MergersAndAcquisitions #CorporateCulture #BusinessStrategy #BusinessPodcast #FifthChrome

48 min