In-depth interview podcast with leading corporate governance experts, including world-class founders, scholars, board members, executives, investors and more. The content is structured as a long-form conversation to explore not only the latest corporate governance trends, but also to get some personal insights from some of the best and brightest minds behind America's boardrooms.
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Artisanally crafted takes and interviews by Evan Epstein and Bronson Irwin. Email your questions to appropriatetakes@gmail.com (Formerly Warm Takes Podcast)
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2 young bucks Evan (@churchofevanism) and Ryan (@ryan_brady_9) talk about classic rock, movies, eating ass, and living fast. YouTube: The Church Of Evanism
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Javier Saade hosts lightning round talks with amazing people at the top of their games. Meet impactful leaders, thinkers and doers from all walks of life pushing humankind forward. Gain valuable perspective on what makes them tick and use these insights in your life and work. Episodes are ~15 minutes in length. Bite-sized talks packed with Super-sized insights. Longer conversations occasionally @ Top of The Game (in} Overtime. Available on all major platforms.
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Enter the Boardroom lifts the veil on the secretive world of boards, giving you the information you need to get more board roles and become better board members. Join Nurole CEO Oliver Cummings as he sits down with the extraordinary people shaping today's and tomorrow's boardrooms.
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Welcome to the 'Build with Stephen Scoggins' Podcast—your ultimate guide to mastering the art of business, life, and relationships. Hosted by Stephen Scoggins, a successful entrepreneur, renowned speaker, and best-selling author, this podcast delivers powerful insights and practical strategies from Stephen's extensive knowledge on building a successful life and business with world-class conversations and world-class entrepreneurs such as Evan Carmichael, Amy Portifield, Ed Mylett, and many m ...
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(0:00) Intro. (1:03) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel. (1:50) Start of interview. *Reference to E137 with Coco Brown (CEO of Athena Alliance). (2:47) Yvonne's origin story. (5:49) Her executive career starting with Accenture, and later with VMware, New Relic, and CEO of Airware and Puppet. (9:03) On her board jo…
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056 Evan Epstein| boardroom governance leadership
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NOTE This episode is the first dual release show for Top Of The Game. It was produced by and originally released on Evan Epstein's podcast, Boardroom Governance, on August 26, 2024. Our host enjoyed the tables being turned on him and being a guest, The conversation covers a broad range of topics: leadership, capitalism, boards, technology (AI), mac…
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EDUARDO PEÑALVER BIO Eduardo M. Peñalver is President of Seattle University and previously served as the Dean of Cornell Law School. A coming home of sorts given his formative years were spent in Puyallup and Tacoma. Professor Peñalver’s legal scholarship focuses on property and land use, as well as law and religion. His work explores the way in wh…
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Today on BUILD, I'm joined by Herman Dolce, founder of Bella Sloan Enterprises, about his journey from growing up with a poverty mindset to achieving financial success. Herman shares practical tips on building wealth, the importance of auditing your circle, and the power of intentionality when it comes to family and finances. What You'll Learn: - G…
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Dan Gardner is the international best-selling author of Superforecasting, How Big Things Get Done, Risk and Future Babble. Tune in to hear his thoughts on: What are the key insights from Superforecasting for board members? (1:15) Can you expand on the idea of probabilistic thinking? (10:00) Practically, how can board members apply concepts like epi…
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Cesar was a civil rights, Latino, farm worker, and labor leader; a religious and spiritual figure; a community servant and social entrepreneur; a crusader for nonviolent social change; and an environmentalist and consumer advocate. In 1968, Chavez gained attention as leader of a nationwide boycott of California table grapes in a drive to achieve la…
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In this episode of BUILD, I sit down with Lance Graulich, a franchise guru who knows the ins and outs of scaling businesses through franchising. We dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship, exploring the paths you can take to turn your big idea into a reality, whether through independent growth or by leveraging a proven franchise model. What Yo…
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Sir Nigel Rudd is former/Chair of Pendragon plc, Pilkington, Invensys plc, Heathrow Airport, Business Growth Fund, Signature Aviation plc and Meggitt plc. Tune in to hear his thoughts on: Are listed boards entrepreneurial enough? (1:15) Why has private equity superseded conglomerates? (3:08) Should board members have skin in the game? (5:40) How do…
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Javier Saade: From Capital Formation to Governance, plus his Top of the Game
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(0:00) Intro. (1:15) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel. (2:02) Start of interview. (2:49) Javier's origin story. (4:31) The blurring lines between VC and PE. Cross-over investors, growth equity investors, and other "alternative" financing. (9:01) On the capital formation cycle. Impact of interest-rates in capital…
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Lucy Walker is Chair at Aurora Investment Trust plc, SID at Henderson International Income Trust plc, Audit & Risk Committee Member at SportsAid and Founder at AM Insights. Tune in to hear her thoughts on: Why did you build a non-exec portfolio so early in your career? (0:34) How have different kinds of pro bono roles helped you in your non-exec ca…
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This bonus episode is President John F. Kennedy's first state of the union address to Congress on January 30, 1961, 10 days after his inauguration. It is also 13 days after President Eisenhower gave his farewell address and which this podcast released two weeks ago on August 7, 2024. It will be interesting for listeners to hear the two speeches bac…
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In this episode of BUILD, I sit down with Kaylor Betts, entrepreneur, and mental wealth coach, to dive deep into personal growth and overcoming limiting beliefs. We uncover the hard truths about what it takes to succeed and how to push past fear and self-doubt. What You'll Learn: - Take Bold Action: Why starting before you're ready is the key to un…
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LUIS MIRANDA BIO Luis Antonio Miranda Concepción is a political strategist, philanthropist, advocacy consultant and author, his latest book: "Relentless: My Story of the Latino Spirit That Is Transforming America” with a foreword by his son, Lin-Manuel Miranda. Luis was born and raised in Puerto Rico and moved to NYC at 19 when he received a schola…
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In this episode of BUILD, I sit down with the legendary Guy Kawasaki. We talk all things business including passion, innovation, and leadership. Guy challenges the conventional wisdom about finding passion and why exploration and curiosity are much more fruitful. We also discuss the importance of changing horses midstream, embracing growth, and why…
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Suranga Chandratillake OBE is General Partner at Balderton Capital, where he sits on nine portfolio company boards, Advisory Board Member at Cambridge University Endowment Fund and Founder of Blink, which he took public and achieved a market cap of $1bn. Tune in to hear his thoughts on: What role did the board play in your highs and lows as a Found…
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Rebecca Robins is Founder & CEO of a consultancy at the intersection of brand, culture and leadership, lecturer at Cambridge University, advisor at Chartered Management Institute and Quilt.AI, and former NomCom Chair at EY Foundation. Tune in to hear her thoughts on: Can you summarise what you see as the five generations opportunity? (0:57) What ca…
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This bonus episode is President Dwight D. Eisenhower's farewell address to the nation on January 17, 1961 - three days before JFK's inauguration. When the United States entered WWII, Dwight D. Eisenhower was the Chief of Staff for the Third Army. Less than four years later, he was a 5-star general who commanded millions of soldiers, sailors, and ai…
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Ready To Build True Wealth? 👉 https://stephenscoggins.com/8figure/ It's time to transform your relationship with money with the incredible Darnyelle Harmon. What We Cover: - Transforming Money Mindset: Learn how your relationship with money affects its presence in your life. Shift your mindset by changing how you see yourself and God to invite fina…
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(0:00) Intro. (1:10) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel. (1:57) Start of interview. (2:30) Carol's origin story. (4:34) Evolution of corporate governance in Canada since the late 1980s. (5:51) The origin and focus of her firm Hansell McLaughlin Advisory Group, based in Canada. (10:13) On her personal board career …
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Evan Epstein is host of the Boardroom Governance podcast, #1 governance podcast in the US, executive director at the Centre for Business Law, adjunct professor at University of California Law and founder and managing partner at Pacifica Global. Tune in to hear his thoughts on: What are your top five insights from your podcast guests? (0:54) What le…
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STACIE OLIVARES BIO Stacie Olivares structures and optimizes funds and innovations for scaled impact. She is a board director and chief investment officer for best-in-class funds and innovative companies with oversight of $1.4 trillion in retirement funds, $29 billion of insurance industry sustainable investment, and more than $3 trillion bond issu…
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Victor Marx: Preparing for Hard Times and Leading with Integrity
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In this powerful episode of BUILD, I sit down with Victor Marx, a man who has not only survived but thrived through some of the toughest challenges imaginable. We discuss how to prepare for hard times without succumbing to fear, emphasizing the importance of physical, emotional, and spiritual readiness. Victor shares his incredible journey, highlig…
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Oliver Cummings: Unlocking Boardroom Excellence - Insights from Nurole's CEO
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(0:00) Intro. (1:20) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel. (2:07) Start of interview. (2:58) Oliver's origin story. (7:00) His experience in private equity with PE-backed boards. (9:57) About the mission and focus of Nurole, the UK-based board search firm where he serves as CEO. (12:27) On Nurole's network of 65,000…
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79. Priya Guha MBE - Board opportunities: a comparison of listed, government, start-up, charity and advisory board roles
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Priya Guha is a venture partner at Merian Ventures, NED at Herald Investment Trust, Digital Catapult, and Reach plc, and Chair of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry in the UK amongst many others! Tune in to hear her thoughts on: Why have you built your portfolio career? (2:34) What were the biggest challenges of moving into …
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MICHAEL'S BIO The Honorable Michael Montelongo, a former presidential appointee and Senate-confirmed official, is a board governance and audit committee financial expert serving on the boards of Civeo Corporation (NYSE: CVEO), Conduent Inc (NASDAQ: CNDT), Palmex Ltd., and the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD). He has a broad indust…
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In this episode of BUILD, Stephen Scoggins sits down with Grace Vandecruze, a trailblazer in finance and an avid mountain climber. Grace shares her inspiring journey from overcoming homelessness to conquering Kilimanjaro and building a successful career in finance. Learn how to harness courage, set powerful intentions, and achieve financial freedom…
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(0:00) Intro. (1:05) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel. (1:52) Start of interview. (2:28) Thompson's origin story. (3:42) His startup work at Quizlet (joined a 5 person team) and Stripe (from 2k to 8k employees). Joined Anthropic in early 2023. (6:25) On China-US relations, and the course he teaches at Vanderbilt…
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Unlock your true potential and shatter your limitations with the powerful insights from Brandon Epstein. In this episode, we dive deep into the subconscious barriers that hold you back and reveal practical steps to overcome them. 🔑 What You'll Learn: - Identify and eliminate subconscious resistance. - Learn why self-worth is crucial for success. - …
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JAKE + AMANDA = TRNDSTTRS This episode is a remarkable master class on all things Gen Z from the Founder & CEO (Jake Bjorseth) and Chief TikTok Officer (Amanda Johansen) of the largest independent marketing agency in the world focused on Gen Z → Trndsttrs. The agency was founded in 2018 and its team has some of the best GenZ content creators, socia…
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78. Jim Strang, HgCapital Trust Chair - Investment Trust Boards: managers, risk, valuations & discounts
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Jim Strang is Chair at HgCapital Trust, Adjunct Professor at London Business School, Senior Advisor at Bain & Company, Verdane and CVC Capital Partners, and NED at Pictet Alternative Advisors and BGF Group. Tune in to hear his thoughts on: How does the HgCapital Trust board add value? (2:18) Where do your interests/risk appetites potentially diverg…
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Ready to avoid the biggest money traps and start generating true wealth? Then you're going to love my guest today. I'm joined by Jedidiah Collins, former NFL player and financial literacy advocate. In this episode, we dive into the concept of money as a vehicle and how entrepreneurs can navigate their financial journeys effectively. What We Dive In…
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Dr Smart is Chair and Founder of GH Smart, a global leadership advisory, which has published three bestselling books: Who? A Method for Hiring, The CEO Next Door, and PowerScore. Tune in to hear his answers to: Where do boards go wrong with hiring? (0:57) Why do boards continue to over-rely on gut feelings and referrals? (2:36) How can boards embra…
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(0:00) Intro (1:20) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel. (2:06) Start of interview. (2:37) Natasha's "origin story." (6:25) On the risks and opportunities for AI. (8:39) On the regulatory landscape of AI in the US. Reference to President Biden's Executive Order. (11:40) On California's regulation of AI (SB 1047). (…
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|Show Notes| This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at The Alumni Society’s Leadership Summit in Brooklyn, NYC on June 13, 2024. It marks our show’s first ever live recording and the audio level is lower than studio quality. Also, today (July 9, 2024) happens to be our guest's birthday - happy birthday Gus! GUSTAVO’S BIO Gustavo Albe…
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Yvonne Liser is a 4th generation DC native that has been researching genealogy since the mid-1990s. Over the years of research she has met new cousins, travelled, and found how her families lived in history. Yvonne is the historian for 5 families and leads 3 genealogy DNA groups. She has discussed her remarkable family history on the PBS series Afr…
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How God Completely Changed My Life with Ray Higdon
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In this episode of BUILD, I sit down with Ray Higdon to discuss his incredible journey from a successful network marketer to a faith-driven leader. Ray shares his recent spiritual awakening and how his faith has reshaped his approach to business and life. If you watch the channel and know me, you know that faith is the cornerstone of everything I d…
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RODRIGO’S BIO Four facts: This is our 50th episode, there are 50 states in our country, 50 stars in our flag, and tomorrow is July 4th! The United States of America is celebrating its 248th birthday, which is why we decided to release this conversation today. Rodrigo Garcia is a decorated veteran of the United States Marine Corps who fought in thre…
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Paul Pester is Chair at Tandem Bank, NED at National Bank of Bahrain and former CEO of Virgin Money and TSB Banking Group. Tune in to hear Paul’s thoughts on: Where did the Virgin Money board add most value to you as CEO? (2:07) Can you talk about the rotating Chair concept? (3:44) Where could the board have added more value to you? (4:52) How did …
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(0:00) Intro (1:06) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel. (1:53) Start of interview. (2:37) Tyler's "origin story." (4:50) His beginnings at Theranos. (7:07) On the culture of the Theranos, "the company was extremely secretive and paranoid." (9:41) On the lack of equity compensation for Theranos employees. (10:32) O…
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75. Shuo Chen - Boards and the future: going plural, encouraging innovation, adding value to entrepreneurs, and preparing for the future of work
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Shuo Chen is an investor, board member and faculty member at IOVC, Stanford, UC Berkeley, EY, California Mental Health Commission, Google Female Founders, Reed Smith, Forbes China and Decode amongst others. Tune in to hear her thoughts on: How have you built your plural career? (2:36) How should board members be thinking about the future of work? (…
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GRACE’S BIO Dr. Grace Colon is multicultural in many ways, but having New Orleans and San Juan lineage in equal parts makes for an interesting array of cuisine options growing up. She has 25+ years of experience in biopharma, genomics, diagnostics, synthetic biology, healthcare and industrial biotechnology. Most recently, she served as CEO and Pres…
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Building a Multi-Million Dollar Construction Business
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Today my guest is Chad Prinkey, founder of Well Build Consulting. Dive deep with us into the intricacies of the commercial construction industry, where Chad shares his invaluable insights and experiences. From understanding the unique challenges in a commoditized market to the strategies for building a standout business, this episode is packed with…
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(0:00) Intro. (1:39) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel. (2:25) Start of interview. Reference to E21 with Ilya Strebulaev from October 2020. (4:01) On why he wrote his book The Venture Mindset: for decision makers in large organizations. (5:37) About the first principle: Home Runs Matter, Strikeouts Don’t. Make sm…
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Welcome to BUILD with Stephen Scoggins! Today, we have a special guest, the inspirational Graham Cochrane. In this episode, you will embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and motivation. Graham shares his unique perspective on the three fundamental desires everyone has: success, satisfaction, and service. How do you achieve all three…
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74. Dominic Joseph - Boards for founders: how boards add the most value to high-growth companies
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Dominic Joseph co-founded Captify, the world’s second largest independent holder of search data, after Google. Now a plural NED and Chair of tech scale-ups, Dominic is also founding partner at Creative Capital Ventures Group, a growth consultancy for post Series-A companies. Tune in to his discussion with Nurole CEO Oliver Cummings to hear his thou…
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FLORIAN’S BIO Florian Faber has one of the coolest jobs in the world, he is CEO and on the Board of Directors of MCH Group, which among many endeavors owns, hosts, curates and puts together the incredible spectacles the four Art Basel shows deliver to millions. Last week, they concluded Art Basel in Basel, Switzerland, as he calls it “the mothershi…
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(0:00) Intro. (1:19) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel. (2:05) Start of interview. (2:58) Greg's "origin story." (5:31) His teaching focus. (8:04) Discussion on startups and venture capital and the era of AI. Behavioral finance and bubbles. (11:17) Bubbles in private (VC and PE) and public markets. (15:12) Stayin…
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73. Anne de Kerckhove - Technology boards: growth, nominations, the role of the SID and getting board roles
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Anne de Kerckhove is Chair of Eagle Eye Solutions, and SID & Committee Chair at 888 Holdings and Blackbird plc. Tune in to hear her thoughts on: How have your exec successes at SAAS scale-ups informed your non-exec work? (2:23) What are the key metrics boards need to focus on? (3:54) How much detail should boards ask for? (5:44) What do boards need…
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BEATRIZ’S BIO Beatriz sometimes wears a black t-shirt with two simple words - “La Jefa”, en ingles, The Boss. And that, she has been, and continues to be as a serial founder, CEO, trailblazing, Emmy-winning remarkable woman. In her words: “In my life journey, I've always strived not just for personal achievements but to reshape narratives and champ…
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In this episode of BUILD with Stephen Scoggins, we are thrilled to have the extraordinary Chris Lee with us. Chris is a serial entrepreneur and business strategist. Today he shares his invaluable insights on building scalable businesses and creating a sustainable competitive edge. If you're an entrepreneur looking to take your business to the next …
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