In this bonus episode, we’re sharing a conversation from our recent CEO Retreat in Puglia, Italy. The theme for the event was “Navigating new global realities.” Martin Wolf, chief economics commentator at the Financial Times, discusses the current state of chaos, how world regions may react, the changing dominance of the dollar, and the important steps business leaders can take.

(02:44) State of the world  - 4 themes: “This is a new world. We are watching an undoing project.”

(09:16) Effects on regional economies: “The idea of regions replacing the world order looks relatively implausible.”

(12:45) Decline of the dollar: “What's going to happen to the monetary order is what's going to happen to the rest of the world economy. It's going to become a mess.”

(17:05) Advice for corporate leaders: “They're going to have to be brave.”

Reimagining the Future is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.

In this bonus episode, we’re reflecting on our 2025 annual CEO Retreat in Puglia, Italy in June. The theme for the event was “Navigating new global realities.” Paul Laudicina, founder of the Global Business Policy Council, shares personal reflections on this year’s CEO Retreat. He highlights overarching themes for leaders to consider at this critical inflection point.

Reimagining the Future is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.

This episode is a re-release of a conversation from September 2023, in memory of Gerry Connolly, who passed away on May 21, 2025. Gerry will be remembered as a public servant who was driven by purpose and principle. His timeless words of wisdom are an inspiration to many.

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Paul Laudicina joins two sitting members of Congress, Representative Gerald E. “Gerry” Connolly (VA-11) and Representative Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) to discuss the future of political engagement. Their conversation spans important policy issues like gun control and campaign finance reform, along with a look at the changing social habits for political representatives in Washington. 

Reimagining the Future: Bridging Generations is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.

Doris Kearns Goodwin, a presidential historian, bestselling author, and Pulitzer Prize winner, joins host Paul Laudicina to discuss this current moment in US history and help us better understand where we’re headed. 

She shares stories from Abraham Lincoln, FDR, Teddy Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson, Jimmy Carter, and other leaders throughout the country’s history, with relevant lessons for today’s leaders, politicians, and young people.

Reimagining the Future is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.

In this bonus series, we’re bringing you a sampling of the fascinating conversations from our 2024 CEO Retreat in Big Sky, Montana. The theme for the event was “World at risk: leading through profound uncertainty.” Carnegie Mellon University President Farnam Jahanian, a nationally recognized computer scientist, entrepreneur, and higher education leader, joined us to explore how AI will transform work, scientific discovery, and much more.

Reimagining the Future: Bridging Generations is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.

In this bonus series, we’re bringing you a sampling of the fascinating conversations from our 2024 CEO Retreat in Big Sky, Montana. The theme for the event was “World at risk: leading through profound uncertainty.” One of our past podcast guests, Mayo Clinic CEO Dr. Gianrico Farrugia, joined us in Montana to discuss how healthcare is changing, the important inflection point he sees ahead, and new predictions for how AI will reshape healthcare.

Reimagining the Future is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.

In this bonus series, we’re bringing you a sampling of the fascinating conversations from our recent CEO Retreat in Big Sky, Montana. The theme for the event was “World at risk: leading through profound uncertainty.” Paul Laudicina, podcast host and GBPC founder, reflects on his top takeaways and themes from the week.

Reimagining the Future: Bridging Generations is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.

How has running an organization changed over the past few decades? In this sweeping and personal conversation, Global Business Policy Council founder Paul Laudicina and Walmart US COO Kieran Shanahan reflect on how the world has changed, what’s ahead for business leaders, and how to keep the simplest human connections at the core of everything we do as leaders.

Reimagining the Future: Bridging Generations is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.

Journalism as a profession is in a moment of chaos and change. How are the changing economics of journalism, the advent of AI-powered reporting, and the splintering of traditional news sources changing the profession?

In this interview, host Paul Laudicina talks to veteran journalist Steve Clemons and Bloomberg reporter Courtney McBride to get their perspectives on how the field is changing, what news consumers should look for, and what role media companies, journalists, and business leaders should play in the search for truth.

Reimagining the Future: Bridging Generations is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.

As society faces complex change, it's no surprise that business schools are a microcosm of the broader debates within the corporate world. More schools these days are attempting to tackle the questions of whether and how businesses should help lead the way on environmental, social, and governance challenges of the day.

Host Paul Laudicina welcomes Dr. Sanjay Sharma, Dean of the University of Vermont’s Grossman School of Business, and Alyssa Stankiewicz, recent MBA graduate and Morningstar sustainable fund analyst, to discuss the future of business education. They explore the role of sustainability in mainstream business education, discuss how business school has changed over recent years, and look toward the future for aspiring business school graduates and new demands on leadership.

Reimagining the Future: Bridging Generations is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.