International Business Today

Professor Nada Sanders talks about strategy and efficiency of global supply chains. She discusses how geopolitical considerations influence the evolution of global supply chains and draws on examples from fast fashion and other industries to highlight key elements of supply chain strategy at a time of turbulence in the global environment.

About the guest: Sanders, Distinguished Professor of Supply Chain Management at D'Amore-McKim School of Business, is an internationally recognized expert in forecasting, predictive analytics, risk management, and supply chain management, having authored numerous books and articles. Her research includes identifying best practices in forecasting, developing a corporate technology strategy, and creating a resilient supply chain, and she has consulted for corporations such as Nike, AT&T, CIBA Corning, Mattel, and Dell.

Professor Anna Grosman discusses the specific case of state-owned enterprises, how they compete globally, and leverage state ownership and domestic market privileges to develop advantages in raising capital, competing in their home market, and then expanding internationally.

Professor Alvaro Cuervo-Cazurra discusses how multinationals from emerging markets compete, first in their domestic markets, and then build on their learning and success to expand globally. He discusses the unique advantages of emerging market multinationals, and how Western competitors can learn from their strategies and unique competencies.

About the guest: Cuervo-Cazurra is a Professor of International Business and Strategy at Northeastern University. He studies the internationalization of firms, with a special interest in emerging market multinationals; their capability upgrading, particularly technological capabilities; and governance challenges, including issues of corruption in international business. He has published widely, in numerous academic journals, is the co-editor of the Global Strategy Journal, and recently published Innovating for the Middle of the Pyramid in Emerging Markets, Cambridge University Press, and co-authored the Oxford Handbook of State Capitalism and the Firm, Oxford University Press, 2022. Bachelor of Science in International Business program at Northeastern's D'Amore-McKim School of Business. He is an expert in global strategy, blockchain development, and implementation strategy.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

The podcast, released in seasons of six or more episodes, is currently in Season Two and hosted by Ravi Sarathy. Join him and his guests as they share their experiences and insights on succeeding in emerging markets and being effective across different cultures. Speakers include Paula Caligiuri, Michael Enright, Ravi Ramamurti, Anna Grosman, Alvaro Cuervo-Cazurra, and others.

Reach out to us at [email protected]

Professor Michael Enright shares business strategies in complex and uncertain environments, emphasizing developments in China and other countries in Asia. He offers insights on how China seeks to conduct and benefit from international business, and how multinational companies can succeed in their Chinese operations through a better understanding of Chinese national interests.

International Business Today Podcast Season 2 Episode 1

About this Episode: Professor Paula Caligiuri discusses how to effectively build a pipeline of successful global professionals who possess the critical competency of cultural agility. She talks about the myths and realities of how people can build trust, communicate, and collaborate in different countries and with people from different cultures.

About the guest: Caligiuri is a Distinguished Professor of international business and strategy at the D'Amore-McKim School of Business. She is also the founder of Skiilify and has been named one of the most prolific authors in international business for her work in the areas of expatriate management, global leadership development, and cultural agility.

About the podcast: International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice. The podcast, released in seasons of six or more episodes, is currently in Season Two and hosted by Ravi Sarathy. Join him and his guests as they share their experiences and insights on succeeding in emerging markets and being effective across different cultures. Speakers include Paula Caligiuri, Michael Enright, Ravi Ramamurti, Anna Grosman, Alvaro Cuervo-Cazurra, and others.

Reach out to us: [email protected]

International Business Today Podcast Season 1 Episode 7

International Business Today Podcast Season 1 Episode 6

Valentina Marano discusses the role national culture and women directors play in shaping firms' environmental and social impact.

About the guest: Marano is an Associate Professor of International Business at Northeastern University. Her work focuses on the practice adoption, organizational legitimacy, and performance of multinational corporations from both emerging and advanced economies and broader issues of comparative corporate governance and corporate sustainability.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. In Season One, join host Paula Caligiuri as she discusses cutting-edge business research with thought leaders in blockchain technologies, workforce analytics, corporate governance, and more. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, Caligiuri and her guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

For more information: https://damore-mckim.northeastern.edu/international-business-today/

Send an Email to [email protected]

International Business Today Podcast Season 1 Episode 5  

Barbara Larsen takes stock of the key practices that help make globally distributed, remote working teams most effective.  

About the guest: Larson is an Executive Professor in the Management and Organization Development group at Northeastern University. Her research focuses on the personal and interpersonal skills that people need to work effectively in virtual environments.  

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. In Season One, join host Paula Caligiuri as she discusses cutting-edge business research with thought leaders in blockchain technologies, workforce analytics, corporate governance, and more. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, Caligiuri and her guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.  

For more information: https://damore-mckim.northeastern.edu/international-business-today/  

Send an Email to [email protected]

International Business Today Podcast Season 1 Episode 4  

Ruth Aguilera talks ESGs and their growing impact on companies around the world.  

About the guest: Aguilera is a Distinguished Professor and the Darla and Frederick Brodsky Trustee Professor in Global Business at Northeastern University. She is one of the world's leading experts in comparative corporate governance and corporate sustainability.  

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. In Season One, join host Paula Caligiuri as she discusses cutting-edge business research with thought leaders in blockchain technologies, workforce analytics, corporate governance, and more. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, Caligiuri and her guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.  

For more information: https://damore-mckim.northeastern.edu/international-business-today/ 

Send an Email to [email protected]

International Business Today Podcast Season 1 Episode 3  

Lauren States shares her advice and insights as a successful global business leader in data technology and strategy.  

About the guest: States has held numerous executive positions for IBM, including Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Strategy and Transformation for IBM's Software Group. She was recently named one of the Most Influential Black Corporate Directors by Savoy Magazine.  

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. In Season One, join host Paula Caligiuri as she discusses cutting-edge business research with thought leaders in blockchain technologies, workforce analytics, corporate governance, and more. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, Caligiuri and her guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.  

For more information: https://damore-mckim.northeastern.edu/international-business-today/ 

Send an Email to [email protected]