What does it really take for founders to go the distance? Anil Joshi, founder of Unicorn India Ventures, reveals the hard truths of startup life—from why most founders don’t remain CEOs to how just 25% make it to an IPO—offering rare insights on what separates those who survive from those who scale.

How can intentional culture drive performance through adversity? Grant Halloran, CEO of Planful, shares how values-led leadership, a culture book, and daily practices helped sustain high performance—even in challenging times.

What’s driving high teacher turnover in early education? Jen Shpall, Director of Piper Preschool, reveals how burnout—not just pay or union gaps—is forcing educators out, and what needs to change to retain early childhood talent.

How does culture make or break M&A success? Jochen Werne, CEO of Experian DACH, shares lessons from pandemic-era acquisitions—and why cultural management is the hidden engine behind high-performing deals.

How can companies close pay gaps in a shifting talent market? John Radford, founder of Radford Surveys, unpacks total reward strategies—exploring pay equity, transparency, and the salary challenges tied to new hires outpacing current employees.

How can redefining culture fuel business growth? Pat Walsh, CPO at Potbelly Sandwich Works, shares how reshaping the company’s mission, vision, and values laid the groundwork for bold expansion plans.

What does it take to lead successful global expansion? Naveen Kumar, CEO of Nityo Corporation, shares how he navigated cultural complexity, resource management, and internal alignment to scale a global enterprise across diverse markets.

What happens when top talent turns toxic? Robert Gardner, CEO of Rebalance Earth, explores how even high performers can damage team dynamics—and shares strategies for early detection, setting clear expectations, and protecting culture without compromising performance.

How can people analytics drive real impact in your organization? Bryce Hoover, former Head of People Analytics at Tesla, shares why purpose, structure, and direct alignment with HR leadership are key to building a data-driven culture that empowers leaders and drives strategic success.

How can effective succession planning boost performance and investor returns? Alim Dhanji and Michael Rossi share how they executed a smooth leadership transition at Adidas Canada—highlighting strategies that preserve culture, ensure continuity, and elevate long-term value.