Multipolarity, wars and rumours of wars, and the future of supply chains.

Graeme Codrington and Dean Van Leeuwen return with a timely and urgent discussion about the shifting balance of global power and its implications for business leaders. From startling comments about human longevity by Putin and Xi Jinping to the acceleration of a multipolar world order, the hosts unpack how these geopolitical shifts create uncertainty, and opportunity, in boardrooms everywhere. This episode also features a compelling interview with Mar Bernal Conde, Head of Sustainable Supply Chain at LightSource BP, who shares her journey from operations to sustainability leadership and explains how resilient, transparent supply chains can become a competitive advantage in turbulent times. Key Topics Discussed Immortality & Aging Putin and Xi joke about living beyond 150. Science shows aging may one day be reversible. Multipolarity Rising New alliances reshaping global power (Russia, China, India, BRICS+). U.S. tariffs accelerate the shift away from Western dominance. Global Risks Tariffs, sanctions, and conflicts (Ukraine, Taiwan, Venezuela, Middle East). Businesses must plan for shocks and instability. Grey Elephants & BANI World Forces of change that are ignored until too late. Today’s reality: Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, Incomprehensible. Mara Vernal-Konda Interview From operations to sustainability leadership. Why transparency, trust, and ESG due diligence matter. Building resilient supply chains in uncertain times. Featured Guest Mar Bernal Conde – Head of Sustainable Supply Chain at LightSource BP. With over 25 years of international experience in energy and manufacturing, Mara has led strategic transformations rooted in sustainability. She also teaches sustainability leadership at Cambridge and serves on multiple industry boards. Putin Confirms Rise Of New World Order 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKhTbMrqUdM Connect with Graeme and Dean Elephants in the Boardroom is powered by Achilles. Connect with Graeme and Dean: Connect with Graeme on LinkedIn here  Email Dean at [email protected] If you're interested in learning more about the 7 Grey Elephants and how they're transforming the world you can download TomorrowToday's white paper here www.tomorrowtodayglobal.com/greyelephants   TomorrowToday Consulting empowers forward-thinking organisations to not just anticipate the future, but to shape it. Staying ahead of the curve is critical, and we provide the visionary thinking and strategic execution you need to thrive. Email [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices