reach up

Sophrosyne is a clinical-stage pharmaceuticals company doing breakthrough work in a major US health issue — alcohol use disorder (AUD). In this episode, the company’s CEO, Herm Cukier, speaks with Lisa and Ned about the challenges of commercializing breakthrough science. 

In the second of our two-part series on company culture, Northwell Health's CEO emeritus Michael Dowling speaks with Ned Russell about the importance of corporate culture to a healthcare company. Mr. Dowling stepped down as CEO in October 2025 after 23 years, and under his leadership Northwell became a global force in healthcare and the largest employer in New York State.

reachhealth is the evolution of healthcare marketing -- a company where data, creativity and innovative communications not only informs but actively shapes the journey towards better health outcomes. 

This launch podcast of reach up is an interview with Ken Roman -- the author and advertising executive. Ken worked directly with David Ogily on the shaping of what became Ogilvy & Mather. Ogilvy was always known for its strong corporate culture, and Ken talks about how that culture came to be. A fascinating story.