#133. Building Culture: How Leaders Shape People, Not Just Companies | William Ingham

What if the real power in leadership isn’t in the title… but in the culture you create?In this revealing and high-stakes conversation, global HR strategist and trusted leadership advisor William Ingham—often called “The Kingmaker”—unpacks the unseen dynamics that determine who rises, who falls, and what defines legacy in today’s boardrooms.From his early days working under Larry Ellison at Oracle to shaping culture at Clorox and integrating teams at Visa Europe, William shares raw stories from inside the corporate engine room. He explores how loyalty, vulnerability, and the courage to lead with values—not ego—can transform an organization from the inside out.With insight forged in Fortune 100 companies and founder-led frontlines, he redefines outdated views of HR and highlights the reality: culture is either your greatest strength or your hidden weakness.Whether you're a CEO, founder, investor, or changemaker, this episode challenges you to rethink how influence is built, how leadership is earned, and how lasting impact is truly made.Listen now and discover what it means to lead with alignment, shape culture with intention—and build an empire that lasts.Thanks for tuning in to the ELEVATE Podcast.Sharing their lives, to elevate yours.Please subscribe, rate, and share if this episode moved you.Stay connected and explore more at www.elevationbarn.comFollow us on Instagram: @elevationbarn Questions? Reach out at [email protected]