Pearls On, Gloves Off

#37 - From Military Police to Global Ops: Lessons in Leadership from Darek Kochman, Global Legal & Compliance Operations Leader at Kimberly-Clark

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Episode: Leadership and Learning with Darek Kochman

Mary O'Carroll talks with Darek Kochman, Director of Global Legal Operations at Kimberly-Clark Corp, about his journey from the military to leading global operations. Here’s what they cover:

  • Diverse Background: Darek's path through the military, KPMG, and into legal operations showcases a non-traditional approach to leadership.

  • Key Leadership Imperatives: Darek outlines his leadership principles:

    • Culture: The importance of understanding organizational culture.
    • Learning Velocity: The ability to quickly learn and adapt.
    • Selfless Service: Leadership focused on collective success.

  • Leading without Authority: They discuss the challenges of influencing without formal authority, especially relevant in legal operations.

  • Community Openness: Darek highlights the legal operations community's willingness to share insights and support peers.

  • Personal Growth: Darek shares insights on learning to be a better family member, emphasizing leadership lessons in personal life.

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