Leadership by Design: Building an Intentional Framework for Clarity, Growth, and Impact

This is a special recorded episode during our Live Podcast event, celebrating 20 years of the Leadership Development Program at Vanderbilt Owen. With a room full of students, we welcomed back one of our own for an inspiring and insightful conversation. In this episode of One Thousand Ways to Lead, we sit down with Jamie Ikerd, a 2015 MBA alum of Vanderbilt Owen and current Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer at HireRight. Jamie takes us on a deep dive into her leadership journey, from investment banking and consulting to entrepreneurship and technology, with a focus on intentional leadership and the power of reflection. You’ll hear how Jamie designed a career rooted in authentic leadership, guided by clear values and purpose. She unpacks the five guideposts of her leadership framework that have shaped her approach, from understanding motivators and stressors to building a personal board of directors.  We also explore how the business life cycle influences leadership styles and why transformation leadership requires more than just vision, it demands real clarity in decision making and consistent leadership development over time. This episode is a must-listen for emerging leaders, current MBA students, and anyone ready to lead with intention and purpose.