Boardroom Banter

Our guest today is committed to enhancing people's lives by empowering them to recognize their inherent greatness.

Mark Paulson is the President of People First Operations Inc., helping leaders understand their people's strengths, motivations, and goals, and then aligning them with processes that fit their needs and abilities. From an early age, Mark has always had an insatiable curiosity, often taking things apart to find out how they work. He went on to apply this same kind of analytical mindset in other aspects of his life, from the communities and spaces he engaged with, to his 30 years of leadership experience in the high-tech industry.

In this episode, Mark unravels the intricacies of hiring processes from his experience in the tech world and illustrates the transformational leadership models necessary to create work cultures within an organization that contribute to sustainable growth. We also delve into the qualities that hiring managers look for in an ideal team player such as humility, hunger, and high emotional intelligence skills - and why it is important for young professionals to be intentional about excavating themselves to understand who they are, what abilities they possess, and how to position themselves for the opportunities that await them.

Join us for yet another masterclass episode that bridges the gap between the complex hiring processes in the job market and empowering individuals to thrive within them.

To learn more about Mark and the incredible work that he does, check out his LinkedIn profile here.

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As a highly accomplished technologist and social impact advocate, Maria is actually most proud of the fact that she’s indeed, a super mom!

From automating her workflow to learning new ways to engage her children, Maria describes how her work as Chile and Argentina’s national technology officer at Microsoft has created a new love and appreciation for tech in our lives. In this episode, we unpack Maria’s stellar career from saving lives in the Public Sector to helping corporations and governments better implement technology at scale.

Join us for another fun-packed, insightful and informative conversation about how you and I can support emerging markets to get ahead of the tech curve!

To learn more about María & the work she does, check out his LinkedIn profile here.

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The world as we know it is at a tipping point in this fourth Industrial Revolution, and today’s guest has a front seat in building strategic partnerships in the world of work and technology to move us towards this bright future. 

Michael Liley is the Senior Managing Director at Sand Technologies, an organization that is at the core of the tech services market equipped with young,  experienced talent that is focused on solving enterprise-level challenges with advanced AI and data solutions. In this conversation, we look at the history of technological advancement over the past few decades, unpack the current state of the labour market on the African continent and the megatrends that are driving digital transformation in our rapidly evolving economy.

This conversation will allow you to understand what it truly takes to not just equip young people with talent but also deploy them to spaces where they are needed and can make the most impact.

Join us for yet another insightful chat in the Boardroom that rests at the heart of the innovation and opportunity, as we delve into the strategies, initiatives, and collaborations shaping the future of work in the digital age. 

To learn more about Michael and the work that he does, check out his LinkedIn profile here and Sand Technologies here.

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When Jason was young, he was enamored with the idea of creating wildly imaginative comics. As an artist and storyteller, he has evolved into a branding and storytelling powerhouse who turns everyday brands into high converting businesses that are “binge-worthy” through narrative design.

In this episode we unpack his work at the helm of his agency JHT Design Studios alongside his lifelong passion to use creative fiction to help young Christians walk in and better understand their faith via Group Lore.

Join us in the boardroom for a fascinating conversation at the intersection of business, faith and stories that bring people together.

To learn more about Jason & the work he does, check out his LinkedIn profile here, JHT Design Studios here or Group Lore here.

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Are you creating meaningful change, inspiring hope and breathing life into the world through the stories you share?

Today's conversation sets sail from the island of Mauritius on a special graduation morning. Our guest, Julie Gichuru, challenges us to think deeply about the "why" behind the stories we tell about ourselves and the communities around us. Julie is an Afro-optimist, mother, wife, and the Chief Public Affairs & Communications Officer at Mastercard Foundation.

In this episode, we delve into her early childhood experiences and the communities that shaped her character, values and how she sees the world. She speaks about how her passion for theatre, plays and written works birthed her love for storytelling and the African continent- influencing her approach to journalism in her early career. She steers us through the changing tides of the journalism industry, communication, and storytelling in the digital age- emphasizing the need for  creators to ask themselves whether their work is creating a positive impact and supporting the communities that their stories are embedded in. 

In addition, Julie speaks about the incredible work that she does with Mastercard Foundation and their ‘Young Africa Works’ strategy of seeing 30 million young Africans in digified and fulfilling work by 2030. Julie’s story inspires every young African to enthusiastically seek out their purpose in all areas of their lives and hold steadfast in answering the calling of our generation.

If you are interested in engaging more with Julie and her work, check out her LinkedIn here and visit the Mastercard Foundation here.

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Joining us with a rich tapestry of experience and exposure, this week's guest joins us in the boardroom from the world of strategy consulting and venture capital with a radical view of how Africans can build businesses that make a difference. 

Kristin Wilson spent her early professional life studying modern thought & literature, African studies, and neuroscience at leading institutions like Oxford, Princeton, and Stanford and led a tangentially different career in management consulting and venture capital. In this episode, we discuss the ways that culture and history play a part in how businesses across various societies build for success. 

As a champion of African entrepreneurship, Kristin also unpacks a fascinating model as to how we can begin to move the needle as a continent by embracing our core values, strengths, and collective identity while appreciating our nuances. Join us in the boardroom to unravel the colorful fabric of psychology that drives our society, politics and business in Africa.

If you are interested in engaging more with Kristin and her work, check out her LinkedIn here or check out Spurt! here.

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Storytelling, when used effectively can be an incredible tool to catapult your career and business through relationships.

No one embodies this idea quite like John Hill, who turned a passion for language, ideas and people into a massively successful career and life as a tech evangelist at LinkedIn and now Techstars. The concept of telling the stories, ideas and values of a business to global audiences to boost adoption is now widely known as evangelism, but when John started his career in traditional media, he never imagined where it would lead him.

In this episode, we explore how entrepreneurs and professionals can leverage their unique stories to build relationships that can move the needle!

If you are interested in engaging more with John and his work, check out his LinkedIn here or check out Techstars here.

Recommended Podcast Listen:

Masters of Scale Podcast episode featuring Techstars C.E.O, Maëlle Gavet: listen here.

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Navigating the career space can be a daunting task, especially when you’re a creative charting an unconventional path through life.

In today’s episode, we speak with Sam Wells, founder of Tern Heads- a career development platform for emerging creatives looking for their first jobs or clients in the creative industry. Sam has worked in the creative industry for over 16 years, leveraging the power of community to support young people struggling to understand and showcase their full creative potential through 

We touch on her early experiences trying to figure out what a career in her industry looked like in the mid-2000’s- when Rihanna was dropping Umbrella, J.K Rowling was publishing the last Harry Potter book and Steve Jobs was launching the iPhone. She highlights the challenges she faced adapting to the evolving world at the time, how she networked her way through various work spaces and the value of community as a support system in any creative’s journey.

If you are a creative and are unsure about how to navigate the first few hurdles of kickstarting your career then you’re tuned in to just the right episode. Join us as we dive into Sam’s world of creative career development.

If you are interested in engaging more with Sam and her work, check out her LinkedIn here.

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In our first episode of the year, we take a trip to the United Kingdom where Jonathan Chippindale leverages tech and data to shape consumer perception and adoption of our favorite fashion brands.

With a fascinating childhood rooted in adventure and curiosity, Johnathan turned a fascination with style and culture into a valuable asset in the world of business that has helped brands like Luis Vuitton, Richemont and Tommy Hilfiger to win the hearts and minds of an entire generation of consumers. In this episode, we discuss key lessons that he has learned from working closely with creative directors such as Virgil Abloh, incredible events such as the New York Fashion Week and insights from his conversations with colleagues in the industry.

Join us for a mind-blowing exploration of consumer psychology and a radical approach to innovation in digital retail!

If you are interested in engaging more with Jonathan and his work, check out his LinkedIn here or check out their website here.

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Jasiel didn’t always know he would find himself in the startup world, but after an early career on Wall Street, he realized the need to rethink how we support and invest in Africa’s most exciting entrepreneurs. 

Hailing from Ghana, Jasiel is the Africa Investment Officer at Accion Venture Lab where he leads the growth of a dynamic portfolio of finance technology startups. In this episode, we uncover Jasiel’s unconventional journey into the venture capital industry, and his fascinating insights as to why more investors need to focus on women-led startups in particular. With a deep belief in the transformational power of entrepreneurship in Africa, Jasiel brings a refreshing and reflective perspective on how we should go about building and investing in companies that have world-changing potential! 

Join us for yet another exciting episode in The Boardroom this week!

If you are interested in learning more about Jasiel and the amazing work he does, follow the link here to his Twitter/ X page.

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