Inside the Z-Suite

“Want to start a vodka company?” One simple question sparked an extraordinary entrepreneurial journey! Dean Janet Lenaghan welcomes Zarb alumnus Bryan Quigley, co-founder of Stateside Brands, the company behind Stateside Vodka and Surfside. Discover how two brothers turned a bold idea into a nationally recognized beverage brand through innovation, perseverance, and a willingness to take risks.

How do seasoned investors navigate uncertainty and make decisions in today's rapidly changing markets? Dean Janet Lenaghan welcomes Jeremy Geller, a 25-year J.P. Morgan veteran, to explore market volatility, AI-driven investing, and the power of sound judgment.

How do you reimagine medical education for a rapidly changing world? On Inside the Z-Suite, Dean Janet Lenaghan sits down with Drs. David L. Battinelli and Lawrence G. Smith, authors of Revolutionizing Medical Education, to explore leadership, innovation, and their groundbreaking approach to preparing the next generation of physicians.

In this episode, we examine how retail real estate is evolving in a digital-first world and why physical stores still matter. Jason Richter, Managing Principal of Capricorn, shares insights on how brands and landlords are reimagining space, experience, and long-term value.

In this episode of Inside the Z-Suite, Dean Janet Lenaghan speaks with EY Partner Jessica Rodgers on leading risk in a fast-changing, non-linear world. Drawing on EY’s Global Risk Transformation Study, they explore how organizations can turn risk into a strategic advantage. Jessica shares insights on internal audit transformation, regulatory readiness, and governance in the age of AI.

In this episode of Inside the Z-Suite, Dean Janet Lenaghan speaks with Robert O. Mayer, Partner Emeritus of Prager Metis, about the changing landscape of the accounting profession. From firm mergers to the rise of private equity, Mayer shares insights on how these shifts are reshaping firm structures, client services, and career paths, along with what today’s professionals need to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

On this episode of Inside the Z-Suite, we’re joined by Carin Giuliante, Chair and CEO of Deloitte Tax LLP and proud Hofstra alumna, for a conversation on purpose-driven leadership, innovation, and the evolving future of the accounting profession.

As AI plays a growing role in decisions across healthcare, hiring, finance, and the legal system, concerns around fairness and accountability are rising. In this episode of Inside the Z-Suite, Hafiz Asif, PhD, Associate Professor at the Zarb School of Business, discusses his research on AI and ethics and what it takes to use emerging technologies responsibly.

In this episode of Inside the Z-Suite, we speak with Douglas L. Maine about one of the most remarkable business transformations in modern history—and what it reveals about today’s AI revolution. From helping lead MCI’s rise againstAT&T to advising CEOs navigating artificial intelligence, Maine shares lessons on disruption, innovation, and leadership in times of profound change.

In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the business of Broadway with Tony Award-winning producer Ken Davenport. From financing and marketing to the creative risks behind a hit show, Davenport shares how artistry and entrepreneurship intersect on the world’s biggest stage. With credits including Kinky Boots, Once On This Island, and A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, Ken offers an insider’s look at what it takes to turn vision into standing ovations.