In this episode of Next Steps Forward, host Dr. Chris Meek welcomes Dr. Tim Currie, CEO of NOVA and author of Swift Trust: Mastering Relationships in the Remote Work Revolution. Drawing from his groundbreaking research and leadership experience, Dr. Currie unpacks the hidden “trust bleed” that erodes collaboration, engagement, and culture in remote and hybrid workplaces.

He explains why traditional approaches to building trust no longer work in today’s distributed environments and offers practical strategies for leaders to intentionally design the rituals, relationships, and structures that teams need to thrive. Whether you’re a business leader navigating hybrid work, an HR professional shaping culture, or a team member looking to strengthen connections, this conversation will give you actionable insights to help you and your organization succeed in the future of work.

About Dr. Tim Currie: Dr. Tim Currie stands at the forefront of organizational trust innovation, having personally sold over $100 million in revenue and guided teams to over $1 billion more. As a transformational leader who's managed 1,000-plus professionals throughout his career, he combines doctoral-level research with lived experience, driving high-growth technology companies through digital transformation. His pioneering work on trust architecture promises to revolutionize how Fortune 500 companies build cultures of innovation in remote environments. When not reshaping the future of work, Dr. Currie applies his insights as an advisor to tech startups and private equity firms seeking exponential growth through trusted leadership.