In this episode of Rebel Leader with a Heart, host Murielle Machiels engages in a transformative conversation with Michel Mersch, the CEO of Nestlé Belgium, about the challenges and opportunities of leading with purpose in a fast-changing world. Michel reveals his inspiring journey to implement regenerative leadership within a large multinational corporation and shares invaluable insights into fostering cultural change, empowering teams, and balancing short-term results with long-term impact.

Key Highlights:

• Regenerative Leadership: Michel's philosophy of "doing rather than storytelling" and his dedication to creating a virtuous cycle in the food industry.
• Purpose at the Core: How Nestlé’s foundational mission to improve lives through nutrition still guides its strategies today.
• Handling Criticism and Risk: The importance of taking calculated risks and learning from mistakes to transform organizational practices.
• Cultural Change in Action: Embedding well-being, co-creation, and emotional intelligence into leadership practices to build a resilient and engaged workforce.
• Balancing Profit and Planet: Insights on integrating sustainable practices while maintaining business performance.
• Advice for Leaders: Michel emphasizes the necessity of daring to innovate and the critical risks of maintaining the status quo.

Whether you’re a leader looking to inspire your team, an advocate for sustainability, or someone curious about how global organizations are reshaping themselves for a better future, this episode will resonate deeply with you. Listen now to discover how courage, humility, and co-creation can pave the way for meaningful change.

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