One of One

In this episode of One of One, Darren speaks with Jeff Cohen, CEO of Fruit of the Loom.

Jeff's career has been extraordinary. He spent over 20 years in senior roles at American Express, GE, and Home Depot, which he calls a masterclass in brand process and culture. Later, he ran multiple mid-cap businesses, including Larson-Juhl, a Berkshire Hathaway company, where Darren had the privilege of serving on his advisory board with UPS CEO Carol Tomé, and former Home Depot CEO Frank Blake. Today, as part of Berkshire Hathaway, he chairs six companies and is CEO of three of them: Fruit of the Loom, Larson-Juhl, and Star Furniture. This is a conversation about leadership, transformation and legacy told by someone who has quietly and consistently built extraordinary results while staying true to timeless principles.

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One of One is produced by Darren Gold, Emily Shaw, Talia Deer, and Karen Welsh. Engineering by Aja Simpson.

In this episode of One of One, Darren speaks with Albert Ko, CEO of Auctane. Al began his career at Intuit, where he was shaped by formative mentors and experiences that continue to influence how he leads today. Later, as CEO of Early Warning, he helped scale Zelle into one of the leading peer to peer payment platforms in the world, transforming how millions of people move money. Today, as CEO of Auctane, he leads a global company at the very heart of e-commerce, powering the way goods get shipped and delivered across the globe. 

What stands out about Al is not just the scale of what he has accomplished, but the way he's done it. Shaped by remarkable mentors, he leads with humility, resilience, and a deep sense of responsibility. And at the center of his philosophy is the belief that companies thrive when employees are truly engaged, when people feel connected, inspired, and proud to be part of the mission. This conversation is a rich exploration of leadership, reinvention and the lessons we carry from those who've guided us along the way. 

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One of One is produced by Darren Gold, Emily Shaw, Talia Deer, and Karen Welsh. Engineering by Aja Simpson.

In this episode of One of One, Darren speaks with  Scott Harrison, founder and CEO of charity: water.

Raised in a deeply religious household, Scott left home at 18 to spend a decade as a successful nightclub promoter in Manhattan, only to wake up one day and realize his life was empty. That reckoning launched him on a journey from the excesses of Manhattan nightlife, to spending two years in the poorest country in the world, to eventually founding charity: water. Scott not only set out to solve one of the largest global health problems - the lack of clean drinking water - but to reimagine the model of philanthropy itself.

They discuss the moment that sparked Scott’s transformation, his bold vision for providing clean drinking water to everyone on the planet by the end of his life, and his extraordinary ability to sustain energy and conviction over two decades.

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One of One is produced by Darren Gold, Emily Shaw, Talia Deer, and Karen Welsh. Engineering by Aja Simpson.

In this episode of One of One, Darren speaks with Dennis Woodside, CEO of Freshworks. Dennis has had an extraordinary career journey, including beginning as a corporate lawyer, a consultant at McKinsey, a senior executive at Google, COO of Dropbox, and president of Impossible Foods. Today he leads Freshworks, an AI enabled software company focused on disrupting and powering the next generation of customer service and IT service management functions. 

They discuss highlights from Dennis’s illustrious career, his unique ability to attract and grow top talent, and how his long history as an endurance athlete has shaped who he is and how he leads. 

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One of One is produced by Darren Gold, Emily Shaw, Talia Deer, and Karen Welsh. Engineering by Aja Simpson.

What does it take to turn your business into a masterpiece? In this episode of One of One, Darren speaks with Charles Spinosa and Christopher Davis, a co-author and contributor, respectively, to the incredible book, Leadership as Masterpiece Creation. The book invites leaders to think about themselves and the companies they are building as masterpieces: works of art, worthy of admiration. The book boldly and courageously advocates for a contrarian model of leadership and business building. 

This isn’t your typical business conversation. How often do you hear St. Augustine, Milton, Shakespeare, Nietzsche and Heidegger referenced as guidance for how to lead more effectively? Listeners are invited to be patient, listen closely, and ask “What would it look like if I were building a true masterpiece?”

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One of One is produced by Darren Gold, Emily Shaw, Talia Deer, and Karen Welsh. Engineering by Aja Simpson.

In this episode of One of One, Darren sits down with Neil Kumar, co-founder and CEO of BridgeBio, a leading biotech company focused on treating rare genetic conditions that largely affect children. Neil is a deeply contrarian thinker and leader. It shows up in his decision to start a company ten years ago focused on a market that most others ignored, in the unique hub and spoke organizational structure he has built, in the distinctive culture and type of people he attracts, and in his sincere commitment to build a truly generational company. 

Suggested Reading:

• Epistemic Dependence by John Hardwig
• Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future by Peter Thiel & Blake Masters
• Four Quartets by T. S. Eliot
• The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
• Shoe Dog by Phil Knight
• The Outsiders: Eight Unconventional CEOs and Their Radically Rational Blueprint for Success by William N. Thorndike, Jr.
• Scale by Geoffrey West
• The Human Swarm: How Our Societies Arise, Thrive, and Fall by Mark W. Moffett
• Strategy: A History by Lawrence Freedman

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One of One is produced by Darren Gold, Emily Shaw, Talia Deer, and Karen Welsh. Engineering by Aja Simpson.

In this episode of One of One, Darren sits down with Hanno Renner, co-founder and CEO of the Munich, Germany-based company Personio. Personio is a people software platform focused on small and mid-sized companies, and is widely regarded as one of the most successful technology companies founded in Europe over the past decade. This conversation explores how much Hanno's willingness to put himself in uncomfortable situations has contributed to his success, as well as how his passions and daily rituals have helped him cultivate this unique trait. You’ll also hear how Hanno's desire to level the technology playing field between Europe and the US serves as a fundamental driver of his discipline and motivation as a leader. Enjoy this insightful discussion with Hanno Renner.

Find out more about the Trium Group at triumgroup.com

One of One is produced by Darren Gold, Emily Shaw, Talia Deer, and Karen Welsh. Engineering by Aja Simpson.

In this episode of One of One, Darren sits down with Hamilton Helmer—renowned author of 7 Powers—and his brilliant colleague Chenyi Shi for a deep dive into the architecture of enduring business success. 7 Powers is widely regarded as one of the most insightful and practical frameworks on strategy, offering a clear lens through which leaders can understand how to create persistent competitive advantage. Together, the trio unpacks the nuance behind strategic power, exploring how companies can build lasting value in significant markets. Whether you’re a founder, CEO, or simply passionate about business strategy, this conversation offers rich insights you won’t want to miss.

In this episode of One of One, Darren sits down with Howie Liu, Founder and CEO of Airtable, to explore his journey of building and scaling a company with a bold mission: democratizing software creation. Over the past 12 years, Howie has navigated multiple phases of growth, each requiring an evolution in his leadership.

We discuss the critical role of a founder-CEO in shaping culture, driving performance, and staying deeply involved in the details that matter most. Howie shares insights on balancing high-level vision with execution, and how leaders can stay adaptable as their organizations scale.

This conversation is a must-listen for CEOs and founders looking to build enduring, high-performing companies. Enjoy this insightful discussion with Howie Liu.

What does it take to step into the shoes of a founder and lead a company in its next chapter of growth? In this episode of One of One, join host Darren Gold as he sits down with Silvija Martincevic, CEO of Deputy, a leading global workforce management company. You'll follow Silvija's journey from her early years growing up in Croatia to her senior executive roles at companies like Groupon and Affirm and her eventual transition to becoming the CEO of Deputy. Silvija shares her philosophy of integrating high care with high performance, the importance of adaptability as a leader, and the challenges and triumphs of leading a global company. You'll also hear about her personal life, family integration, and the lessons learned from being on the boards of Lemonade and Kiva. Through this insightful conversation, you can expect to gain valuable perspectives on leading with empathy, driving innovation, and the importance of continuous personal transformation.