The future of work is not coming someday. It is already reshaping how leaders think, decide, and grow.

In this episode of Executive Connect, host Melissa Aarskaug sits down with Carlee Wolfe, a transformation leader who has guided organizations through hypergrowth, crisis, and reinvention at Hyatt Hotels, Under Armour, and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee. Carlee brings a grounded, human perspective to leadership in a rapidly changing world where uncertainty, AI, and constant disruption are the norm.

Together, we explore how leaders can invest in tomorrow while still managing today, how curiosity drives clarity instead of chaos, and why long-term growth depends on intentional learning, energy protection, and strong relationships. This conversation is practical, reflective, and deeply relevant for leaders navigating change without losing themselves in the process.

What You Will Learn

• Why leaders do not need all the answers to lead effectively

• How curiosity creates clarity instead of chaos

• Ways to invest in the future while managing present demands

• How to build a learning culture without exhausting teams

• How AI can support rapid learning and leadership growth

• The three C’s framework for career and leadership transitions

• How to build a personal board of directors that supports long-term success

• Why sustainable growth is an endurance journey, not a sprint

Chapters
(0:00) Leadership in a world of uncertainty
 (0:18) Why the future of work is already here
 (1:29) Lessons from transformation at global brands
 (3:47) Leadership decisions in the age of AI
 (4:49) Investing in the future while managing today
 (5:46) Curiosity as a leadership advantage
 (7:37) Building learning cultures without burnout
 (10:07) Rapid learning and skill evolution
 (12:08) Using AI to support development and focus
 (14:09) Energizing teams instead of exhausting them
 (17:01) The three C’s framework for growth
 (19:41) Leading with curiosity and clarity under pressure
 (22:11) Building a personal board of directors
 (27:24) Making relationships meaningful, not transactional
 (33:05) Protecting energy during long-term transformation
 (38:45) Navigating the messy middle
 (41:02) Final leadership reflections
 (42:11) How to connect with Carlee Wolfe

Guest Bio

Carlee Wolfe is a leadership and transformation consultant with deep experience guiding organizations through growth, disruption, and reinvention. She has held senior leadership roles at Hyatt Hotels, Under Armour, and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee. Carlee specializes in leadership development, workforce evolution, and helping individuals and teams navigate change with clarity and confidence.

Connect With Carlee Wolfe
LinkedIn: Carlee Wolfe
 Website: hhttps://aceandarrowconsulting.com/

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