50 min
Case 20: Avaya - 'The Resurgence' (With Alan Masarek) TOP CEO
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- Business
In this gripping episode of TOP CEO, we delve into the high-stakes world of Avaya, a company on the precipice of a major crisis. As we navigate through the turbulent waters of corporate restructuring, we explore the daunting challenges faced by Alan Masarek, the CEO at the helm during this critical time.
Confronted with the aftermath of a Chapter 11 announcement, Masarek grapples with not just the financial implications but also the looming threat of losing customer trust. The episode paints a vivid picture of a company burdened with a massive $600 million investment gone wrong, and a colossal debt of nearly $4 billion.
As if these financial hurdles weren't enough, Avaya faces the challenge of adapting to rapidly changing industry dynamics, particularly the shift to cloud-based solutions. With the company's legacy and future at stake, the pressure mounts to evolve and innovate in a market that waits for no one.
This episode doesn't just take you through the stormy seas of corporate distress; it also gives an inside look at the cultural shifts needed within Avaya. How does a CEO instil a new way of thinking in a time of crisis? What does it take to lead a team through uncertainty and change?
Join us in this episode of TOP CEO for a story of resilience, strategy, and leadership under pressure. Discover the intricate complexities and tough decisions faced by a CEO in the throes of corporate upheaval. Tune in for an episode that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat, but don't expect any easy answers – this is a journey through challenges, with solutions waiting to be discovered.
In this gripping episode of TOP CEO, we delve into the high-stakes world of Avaya, a company on the precipice of a major crisis. As we navigate through the turbulent waters of corporate restructuring, we explore the daunting challenges faced by Alan Masarek, the CEO at the helm during this critical time.
Confronted with the aftermath of a Chapter 11 announcement, Masarek grapples with not just the financial implications but also the looming threat of losing customer trust. The episode paints a vivid picture of a company burdened with a massive $600 million investment gone wrong, and a colossal debt of nearly $4 billion.
As if these financial hurdles weren't enough, Avaya faces the challenge of adapting to rapidly changing industry dynamics, particularly the shift to cloud-based solutions. With the company's legacy and future at stake, the pressure mounts to evolve and innovate in a market that waits for no one.
This episode doesn't just take you through the stormy seas of corporate distress; it also gives an inside look at the cultural shifts needed within Avaya. How does a CEO instil a new way of thinking in a time of crisis? What does it take to lead a team through uncertainty and change?
Join us in this episode of TOP CEO for a story of resilience, strategy, and leadership under pressure. Discover the intricate complexities and tough decisions faced by a CEO in the throes of corporate upheaval. Tune in for an episode that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat, but don't expect any easy answers – this is a journey through challenges, with solutions waiting to be discovered.
50 min