The Global Business Insights Podcast with Dr Charlotte de Brabandt & Max Kent

🎙 Episode 10: Don't Shout at the System – The Philosophy of TendingWhy does shouting at your system never work — and what does?In the final episode of Series 9, Max explores the core philosophy behind the entire season: the shift from forcing outcomes to creating the conditions that allow them to emerge naturally.Most leaders respond to pressure by increasing pressure. When performance drops, they add more meetings, more rules, more urgency. When teams struggle, they push harder. But pressure doesn't expand capacity — it shrinks it. Under constant urgency, people narrow their focus, stop taking risks, and operate in survival mode rather than excellence.This episode examines what it really means to "tend" rather than "shout" — to treat leadership as an act of careful attention rather than loud intervention.Max breaks down how leaders unconsciously shout at their systems: reacting to symptoms with more control, blaming individuals instead of examining patterns, and demanding outcomes without adjusting the underlying conditions. It's the organisational equivalent of yelling at a plant to grow faster while ignoring that it's in poor soil with no light.Tending looks different. It means noticing what's actually happening beneath the surface — recurring bottlenecks, unspoken tensions, patterns of exhaustion — and treating those as data, not failures. It means asking better questions: not "How do I make them do this?" but "What would make it easier, safer, or more meaningful for them to do this?"The episode explores why patience and conditions consistently outperform urgency and force. You can't accelerate trust, learning, or healing by shouting at them. When you get the conditions right — clarity, safety, realistic pacing, genuine support — growth often happens faster than expected, but it feels organic rather than violent.Max also addresses why slow, sustainable growth is more durable than rapid scaling. Systems that grow slowly have time to adapt at each step — building capabilities, strengthening relationships, learning from feedback — without breaking under their own weight. It's less glamorous than "10x growth in 90 days," but far less likely to collapse.The final insight is about power itself: your effectiveness as a leader isn't measured by how loudly you can command, but by how wisely you can shape the environment. When you shift from forcing outcomes to enabling them, you stop being the bottleneck and start being the conditions that allow your people and systems to thrive.This is the culmination of everything explored across Series 9: soil, seasons, light and shade, watering, pruning, and small patches. All of it leads here — to the quiet, powerful practice of tending instead of shouting.If you've been pushing harder and seeing diminishing returns, this episode will give you a fundamentally different way to lead — one that creates sustainable performance without burning out yourself or your people.

🎙 Episode 9: One Small Patch – The Core Model of Sustainable ChangeThe biggest transformations don't start with big plans — they start with one small patch of ground you can actually clear.In this episode, Max explores why attempting to change everything at once usually leads to paralysis, burnout, and ultimately nothing changing at all. Instead, he introduces the concept of "one small patch" — a leadership approach that respects human capacity while still creating real momentum.Max explains how micro order creates macro calm inside teams. When you fix one workflow, simplify one approval chain, or clear one visible bottleneck, people feel the difference immediately. That reduction in friction doesn't just improve efficiency — it restores energy, clarity, and psychological safety.The episode examines why overwhelm paralyses action. When everything feels equally urgent and equally impossible, your brain can't see a clear starting point. One small patch breaks that freeze response by giving you a defined, bounded place to begin. Once you act there, your system receives a signal: "We are not stuck — we are moving."Max also explores how small wins restore trust between leadership and frontline teams. When people see that a pain point they raised has actually been addressed, they become more willing to surface issues early and participate in improvements. The relationship shifts from adversarial to collaborative.But this isn't just about fixing individual problems. Max shows how small patches scale across entire organisations by standardising the principles behind what worked, then adapting (not copy-pasting) those principles to other contexts. Scaling is about spreading conditions, not cloning solutions.Finally, he explains what makes "one small patch" the most reliable leadership tool you have. It's always available. No matter how busy, stretched, or overwhelmed you are, there is always one conversation, one process, one meeting you can improve today. Change stops being a heroic event and becomes a daily habit — and over time, that habit quietly transforms everything.You'll come away with a practical model for creating sustainable change without breaking yourself or your team in the process.

Every active organisation accumulates weeds — unnecessary tasks, outdated processes, small dysfunctions that appear without permission. The question isn't whether you'll have them. It's whether you'll manage them before they take over.In this episode, Max & Charlotte explore the difference between inevitable organisational mess and patterns that genuinely threaten system health. Not all weeds are equally dangerous — and not all "unplanned growth" is actually a problem.Max introduces four categories of weeds: harmless (small annoyances that don't affect outcomes), thirsty (tasks or people consuming attention without giving value back), warning (repeated errors signalling deeper issues), and invasive (patterns that will destabilise the whole system if left unchecked — chronic bullying, systemic under-resourcing, unethical practices).Max examines how quiet organisational narratives grow into cultural weeds. Stories like "We don't say no to clients" or "We don't challenge leadership" often start as coping strategies but eventually become unwritten rules that block healthy behaviour. Because they're rarely spoken aloud, they're almost impossible to challenge — until a leader deliberately surfaces them.He also explores wild growth as a signal, not just a problem. Side projects, informal networks and experiments that emerge without official permission can indicate where the system wants to evolve. Wise leaders don't automatically cut all wild growth — they observe it, learn from it, and choose what to cultivate intentionally.The episode highlights why early, proportionate responses prevent weeds becoming crises. A small process tweak, a direct conversation, or a boundary around scope can stop a problem long before drastic action is needed. But that requires regular, honest inspection of your calendar, culture and outcomes.Finally, Max examines the role of capacity in how weeds are experienced. The same minor issue will feel like an irritation in a well-resourced team and a disaster in an exhausted one. This is why tending the soil — protecting bandwidth, maintaining resilience — matters as much as pulling weeds.You'll come away with a practical question: What's a weed, what's a warning, and what's actually trying to grow?

Most organisations are drowning under commitments made for a different reality — and nobody has permission to let go.In this episode, Max & Charlotte explore "pruning" as a core leadership practice: the deliberate, strategic ending of work, projects, promises and emotional narratives that no longer serve where the organisation is heading. While most leaders are rewarded for adding — more features, more markets, more initiatives — few are trained in the art of intelligent reduction.Max explains why pruning isn't about harshness or failure — it's an act of protection. When you don't actively prune, old obligations quietly drain energy from what matters now. Teams suffocate under legacy expectations. Innovation can't breathe. Burnout becomes structural, not personal.He examines why organisations resist pruning even when overloaded: much of their identity is tied to growth through addition, and saying NO feels like shrinking. There's also political fear — ending something publicly can feel like admitting it was wrong to start. So instead, old commitments linger in the background, consuming time, attention and credibility.The episode highlights the hidden cost of legacy expectations — the promises, targets and habits that were set in a completely different context but never revisited. Leaders who don't actively question these inherit a to-do list written for someone else's reality.Max also explores the emotional narratives that require pruning: beliefs like "I must always be available", "Saying no makes me difficult" or "My value is measured only in output." These stories drive overwork, erode boundaries and prevent clarity. When you consciously retire them, healthier narratives can take root.Finally, he reframes pruning as a leadership responsibility: it's how you protect the system's health and create space for what actually matters. Without pruning, new ideas suffocate. With it, teams regain capacity to think, collaborate and innovate.You'll come away with a clear lens: What needs ending so that what matters can grow?

What gets your attention gets your energy — and what gets your energy grows.In this episode, Max & Charlotte explore the idea of “watering” as a leadership practice: where you direct your time, focus and attention determines what actually develops inside your organisation. While many leaders say they value strategy, development and long-term improvement, the reality is often very different — most energy ends up being poured into urgent issues, reactive conversations and short-term pressure cycles.Max explains how this pattern trains organisations to produce more of what they feed. If you consistently water crisis, you grow crisis. If you reward urgency, you create urgency. Over time, the system reflects behaviour, not intention.He also examines why leaders tend to water the wrong things during difficult seasons. Under pressure, energy naturally flows to the loudest voices and most immediate problems, but this often keeps teams stuck in survival mode. The challenge — and leadership responsibility — is to consciously redirect attention towards the quieter, foundational work that actually changes outcomes.The episode highlights the importance of presence as a form of nourishment. In high-pressure environments, genuine attention can stabilise performance far more effectively than additional tools or processes. Max also explores the difference between connection and intensity, and why strong relationships create resilience that constant pressure cannot.

Episode 5: Light & Shade – Creating the Right EnvironmentNot everyone thrives under the same conditions. Some people perform best in the spotlight, while others do their finest work with quieter autonomy and trust. In this episode, Max explores why "full sun cultures" — those demanding constant visibility, instant responses, and relentless hustle — ultimately burn people out and narrow the talent pool. He introduces the distinction between warmth (clarity, encouragement, presence) and heat (pressure, volatility, urgency), and explains how leaders can provide the right balance of light and shade to unlock psychological safety and sustainable high performance. You'll learn how to spot where your team needs protection rather than exposure, and why sensitivity isn't weakness — it's an early warning system that helps you see problems before they become crises.

In this episode we explore more of the key concepts taken from 'Don't Shout at the Vegetables' - Lessons in Sustainable Leadership & Human Growth:Getting the Right Soil - what are the foundations and conditions for real growth in business?Tidy House, Tidy Mind - how do the mundane, overlooked basics actually set you up for success?Creating the Conditions - before we plant, before we scale, what needs to be in place?Charlotte and Max discuss why leaders often skip the preparation phase, rushing to plant before the soil is ready. They explore how small, consistent maintenance—keeping your desk clear, your inbox managed, your systems organised—creates the mental and operational space for sustainable growth.Just like a gardener knows that poor soil will never yield a strong harvest, Max shares why the "boring" foundational work is what separates businesses that scale well from those that collapse under their own growth.

In this episode we explore more of the key concepts taken from 'Don't Shout at the Vegetables' - Lessons in Sustainable Leadership & Human Growth:Overgrowth - what does this mean in business? How do we control it?Pruning - we all get what this means in a garden sense but in business? Seasons - We build seasonality into our sales figures but how do we know what season we are in across our business? Charlotte and Max discuss these key concepts further to bring to life just how much truth their is in the garden to business growth analogy.

There’s a moment in burnout that rarely looks dramatic.You’re not collapsing. You’re not quitting. You’re just shouting at the spinach.In this first episode of our brand new series supporting the launch of Don't Shout at the Vegetables - Lessons in Sustainable Leadership & Human Growth, Charlotte and Max talk about the point where everything starts to feel too loud — not because one thing is wrong, but because the whole system has been pushed past capacity.We explore why leaders often respond to overwhelm by tightening their grip, why that makes things worse, and how clarity — not intensity — is the real starting point for recovery.This episode introduces the core idea behind Don’t Shout at the Vegetables: when force stops working, the problem isn’t you — it’s the conditions you’re operating in.

How is leadership changing as organisations become more data‑driven, automated, and operationally autonomous?In this episode, Max is joined by Charlotte to explore the evolving role of leaders in enterprises where systems increasingly execute, decide, and scale without direct human intervention.Together, they unpack:Why leaders are shifting from operators to architects — shaping systems rather than micromanaging themWhich decisions must remain human (purpose, ethics, trade-offs) — and why data alone can't answer themHow authority is changing: from opinion‑based to evidence‑informed, but still requiring human interpretationThe critical skills leaders need in autonomous environments: systems thinking, ethical reasoning, and translating complexity into clarityThe risks leaders face if they cling to control in automated systems — and what happens when they let go wiselyThe conversation introduces Hyper Leadership as a practical framework for leading in data‑rich, AI‑enabled, fast‑moving organisations — where the role of leadership is to provide direction, meaning, and accountability while enabling both machines and people to operate at scale.A must‑listen for leaders navigating the intersection of technology, autonomy, and human responsibility.

Why is attracting and retaining top talent harder than ever — especially in fast‑moving, high‑pressure organisations?In this episode, Max is joined by Charlotte to explore how leadership expectations have fundamentally shifted. Today’s high performers aren’t optimising for stability alone — they’re looking for meaning, autonomy, growth, and environments where they can thrive without burning out.Together, they unpack:Why traditional retention strategies are no longer enoughWhat high‑performing employees actually expect from leadersHow speed without recovery drives burnout — and what to do insteadThe leadership behaviours that build trust, loyalty, and psychological safetyWhy modern career paths are journeys, not laddersThe conversation introduces Hyper Leadership as a practical response to today’s talent challenge — focusing on clarity, trust, healthy velocity, and designing environments where people don’t just perform, but stay and grow.A must‑listen for leaders operating in complex, fast‑paced environments who want to retain great people without sacrificing wellbeing.

Episode 8: Ethics and Responsibility in Technology‑Driven OrganisationsTechnology doesn’t just change how organisations operate — it changes the scale and speed of leadership responsibility.In this episode, Max Kent is joined by Dr Charlotte de Brabandt to explore why ethics has become one of the most pressing leadership challenges in technology‑driven organisations — particularly in the age of AI, automation, and data‑driven decision‑making.As digital systems increasingly shape outcomes at scale, ethical responsibility can no longer sit in compliance teams or policy documents. It has moved firmly into the centre of leadership itself.Together, Max and Charlotte discuss:Why ethics has shifted from a “nice to have” to a core leadership obligationThe most common ethical dilemmas leaders face with AI and digital technologies, including bias, transparency, surveillance, and accountabilityWhy ethical questions cannot be solved by algorithms aloneHow Hyper Leaders embed ethics into decision‑making before problems ariseWhy accountability always remains human — even in automated systemsHow setting clear ethical boundaries enables sustainable innovationThe true cost of ignoring ethics: loss of trust, credibility, and legitimacyThis conversation challenges the idea that innovation and responsibility are in tension, and reframes ethics as a strategic leadership capability rather than a constraint.If you’re leading in environments where technology amplifies impact faster than regulation can keep up, this episode will help you think more clearly about where responsibility truly sits — and how to lead with integrity in complex systems.

Episode 7: Leadership Beyond Hierarchy and Formal AuthorityHierarchy isn’t disappearing — but it’s no longer enough.In this episode, Max Kent is joined by Dr Charlotte de Brabandt to explore what leadership really looks like in modern, complex organisations where influence no longer flows neatly through reporting lines.As organisations become faster, flatter, and more networked, leaders can’t rely on positional power alone. Commitment, innovation, and momentum increasingly come from credibility, clarity, and the ability to make sense of complexity.Together, Max and Charlotte unpack:Why hierarchy still matters — but why it can’t do the job on its ownHow leaders influence outcomes without formal authorityThe shift from command‑and‑control to sense‑making and alignmentThe critical skills Hyper Leaders need: deep listening, synthesis, and facilitationHow power becomes situational, flowing to expertise rather than titleThe risks of ambiguity when hierarchy loosens — and how to design clarity without rigidityThe biggest opportunity in leading beyond hierarchy: unlocking intelligence that would otherwise remain hiddenThis conversation reframes leadership as an act of enabling collective intelligence, not issuing instructions — and shows why the most effective leaders today focus less on control and more on creating the conditions for progress.If you’re leading in environments where authority is shared, expertise is distributed, and problems don’t sit neatly in boxes, this episode is for you.

Episode 6: Trust, Transparency, and Radical AccountabilityTrust has never been under more pressure — and most organisations are responding in exactly the wrong way.In this episode of the Hyper Leadership series, Max and Charlotte explore why trust has become so fragile in modern organisations, and what leaders must do differently if they want to rebuild it.They unpack:why trust is no longer granted by title or reputation, but continuously assessed through behaviourwhat radical accountability really means in practice — and why owning mistakes openly builds credibility rather than weaknesshow to think about transparency without oversharing, and why silence is often more damaging than bad newsthe link between transparency, psychological safety, and learning cultureswhy inconsistency between words and actions is the fastest way to destroy trustThe conversation challenges the idea that speed and accountability are in tension, and instead shows why trust is the invisible infrastructure that allows organisations to move fast without falling apart.This episode is for leaders who want to build resilient teams, reduce speculation and fear, and create cultures where accountability strengthens trust rather than eroding it.

EPISODE 5 – Adaptable Leadership in Complex, AI‑Driven EnvironmentsWhy leaders who adapt their thinking — not just their tools — will outperform everyone else.In Episode 5, Max Kent and Dr. Charlotte de Brabandt explore what adaptable leadership really means in today’s complex, fast‑moving, AI‑enabled environments.As AI enters decision‑making, analysis, and day‑to‑day leadership work, the question is no longer whether leaders should use AI — but how they adapt their judgment, thinking, and responsibility when complexity increases.Drawing on the Hyper Leadership model, this episode reframes AI not as a replacement for leadership, but as a stress‑test for it — exposing where leaders rely on pressure, control, or false certainty instead of adaptability, clarity, and systems thinking.In this conversation, we explore:Why AI doesn’t simplify leadership — it amplifies complexityThe difference between rigid leadership and adaptive leadership under uncertaintyWhat must never be delegated to AI (ethics, accountability, meaning‑making)Where AI genuinely helps leaders by reducing cognitive overloadThe twin risks of over‑trust and leadership deskillingHow bias, false objectivity, and “neutral AI” mislead organisationsWhy AI literacy is now a core leadership capabilityHow adaptable leaders combine human judgment with machine capability without losing authorityCharlotte explains how Hyper Leaders adapt by shaping conditions rather than applying pressure — using AI to think better, not think less — and why organisations that master human–AI collaboration will move faster, learn faster, and outperform those that resist or outsource thinking altogether.This episode is for leaders navigating complex systems, competing priorities, and accelerating change — who want to stay clear, accountable, and effective without defaulting to control or overwhelm.

Hyper Leadership – Series 8, Episode 4Cognitive Overload and Executive ResilienceCognitive overload is no longer an individual wellbeing issue — it is a systemic leadership risk.In this episode of Hyper Leadership, Max Kent and Charlotte explore how constant information flow, role ambiguity, and perpetual availability are overwhelming today’s senior leaders — and why this state is being normalised inside organisations.The conversation examines:Why cognitive overload degrades decision quality, empathy, and trustThe difference between endurance and true executive resilienceHow leadership cultures mistakenly reward overload rather than redesigning itWhy managing cognitive load is a leadership responsibility, not a personal failingHow Hyper Leadership treats attention as a strategic asset, not an unlimited resourceRather than focusing on individual coping strategies, this episode reframes overload as a design failure — one that must be addressed through clearer decision rights, better information architecture, and intentional protection of thinking space.A critical listen for senior leaders operating in complex, high‑pressure environments who want sustainable performance without burnout.

EPISODE 3 – Human–AI Collaboration in LeadershipWhy AI won’t replace leaders — but will expose weak ones.Description (final, polished):In Episode 3, Max Kent and Dr. Charlotte de Brabandt explore one of the biggest leadership questions of the decade: How should leaders work with AI — as a tool, a partner, or a threat?Drawing from the Hyper Leadership model, we break down the real leadership opportunity in AI: using it as a cognitive collaborator that amplifies human capability without outsourcing judgment, ethics, or meaning.In this conversation, we cover:Why AI is neither good nor bad — it’s an amplifier of leadership qualityWhat must never be delegated to AI (ethics, accountability, meaning‑making)Where AI genuinely adds value by reducing cognitive overloadThe two biggest risks: over‑trust and leadership deskillingHow bias, false objectivity and “neutral AI” mislead organisationsWhy AI literacy is now a core leadership skillThe future: leaders who combine human judgment with machine capabilityCharlotte explains how Hyper Leaders use AI to think better, not think less, and why the organisations that master human–AI collaboration will move faster, learn faster, and outperform those who resist the shift. This episode is for leaders trying to navigate modern complexity without losing clarity, confidence or accountability.

Episode 2 — The Limits of Human Capacity (Global Business Insights Podcast — Hyper Leadership Series)In this episode, Max and Charlotte dive into one of the biggest, most misunderstood challenges in modern leadership: the human brain was never designed for the world leaders are now expected to operate in.We explore:why today’s workload massively exceeds human cognitive bandwidththe biological constraints leaders are silently fighting againsthow context-switching destroys clarity and decision qualitywhy burnout is a structural issue, not a personal failingthe difference between “resilience” and actual capacityhow emotional load, digital noise, hybrid work and constant communication collidewhy leaders feel inconsistent — and why it’s not their faultthe early foundations of building your own personal operating systemDrawing on insight from Don’t Shout at the Vegetables, the upcoming Don’t Shout at the Robots, and Max’s OS8 frameworks, this episode reframes overload as a system design problem, not a character flaw.If you’ve ever wondered why “trying harder” isn’t working anymore — this is your reset button.

In this first Hyper Leadership episode of Series 8, Max Kent and Dr Charlotte de Brabandt explore why leaders often default to pressure — and why real growth depends on the conditions you create, not the force you apply.Drawing from Max’s new book Don’t Shout at the Vegetables, they unpack:why teams react the way they dowhat leaders can influence (and what they can’t)the environments that allow people to perform at their besthow calm leadership beats pressure-driven managementwhat AP, Finance and Procurement teams need to grow sustainablyA grounding conversation for anyone leading a team in a high‑pressure environment — and the perfect starting point for this season’s deep dive into behaviour, clarity, patterns and modern leadership.

In this sixth installment of series 7 of the Global Business Insights Podcast, Dr. Milan Kumar, Dr.Charlotte de Brabandt & Max Kent discuss Ethical Ai using the framework Kumar-deBrabandt ethical Ai model - this episode focuses on Business Revenue and is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand how to work in an ethical way with new artificial intelligence technologies in both Digital Procurement and wider business functions.

In this fourth installment of series 7 of the Global Business Insights Podcast, Dr. Milan Kumar, Dr.Charlotte de Brabandt & Max Kent discuss Ethical Ai using the framework Kumar-deBrabandt ethical Ai model - this episode focuses on Democratisation and is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand how to work in an ethical way with new artificial intelligence technologies in both Digital Procurement and wider business functions.

In this fourth installment of series 7 of the Global Business Insights Podcast, Dr. Milan Kumar, Dr.Charlotte de Brabandt & Max Kent discuss Ethical Ai using the framework Kumar-deBrabandt ethical Ai model - this episode focuses on Agentic Ai and is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the new model of Agent based ai and how this can work for them.

In this third installment of series 7 of the Global Business Insights Podcast, Dr. Milan Kumar, Dr.Charlotte de Brabandt & Max Kent discuss Ethical Ai using the framework Kumar-deBrabandt ethical Ai model - this episode focuses on monetization in Procurement Ai and is a must-listen for any business looking to utilize the new opportunities artificial intelligence gives us when working with data, procurement projects and cost savings on a global scale.

Episode 2: Advancing Ethical AI in Business with Dr. Milan KumarIn the second installment of our Ethical AI podcast series, we are joined by distinguished guest Dr. Milan Kumar, a leading expert in AI ethics, to explore the critical strategies, frameworks, and methodologies that enable the responsible integration of AI models, such as the Kumar-deBrabandt Ethical AI Model, into business and commercial environments.Dr. Kumar provides an in-depth perspective on the importance of embedding ethical considerations into the strategic deployment of artificial intelligence tools. Through this engaging discussion, we uncover how organizations can adopt robust frameworks to ensure that AI-driven decisions are not only innovative but also align with ethical principles, fostering trust and accountability in business applications.

In this brand new series of the Global Business Insights Podcast, Max & Charlotte explore the world of Artificial Intelligence.Taking a departure from the current narrative's that exist around the use of Ai in business, the new series takes a deeper dive into exploring the ethical use of artificial intelligence, using the newly developed 'Kumar de Brabandt' framework model for Ethical Ai.Episode one introduces the model alongside our very special guest Dr. Milan Kumar, Chief Information Officer (CIO), ZF Commercial Vehicles. and Harvard Business School Alumni, developed in collaboration with our very own Dr. Charlotte de Brabandt.Over the course of the next 6 episodes we'll be looking at the various aspects of the model:Generative AiMonetizationAgentic AiBusiness RevenueDemocratization

The Global Business Insights Podcast - S6 E1 - Ross Prejean - Director of Engineering, Petsmart. We begin series 6 with a new guest, Ross Prejean - Ross is a talented engineer and leader with a real passion for personal and colleague development and his highly respected in his field. This is well worth listening for any aspiring leaders looking to progress using genuine insights from a true industry professional.

The Global Business Insights Podcast - S6 E1 - Ross Prejean - Director of Engineering, Petsmart. We begin series 6 with a new guest, Ross Prejean - Ross is a talented engineer and leader with a real passion for personal and colleague development and his highly respected in his field. This is well worth listening for any aspiring leaders looking to progress using genuine insights from a true industry professional.

Digital Procurement & AI in 2025: A Deep Dive with Thomas Siesbaek Heller-Njor (and Beyond!)Thomas Siesbaek Heller-Njor returns to the podcast for a deep dive into the future of procurement! We'll explore how Digital Procurement and AI are transforming cost management in 2025 and beyond.In this episode, you'll learn:How digitalisation is revolutionizing procurement processes.The power of AI and software for faster, cheaper, and better procurement.Best practices for clean data and effective sourcing strategies.What the future holds for procurement in a digital world.Thomas' Expertise:Drawing on his extensive experience in global supply chain procurement at Maersk, Thomas offers insights into how large organizations are optimising procurement through AI. He'll also share his knowledge of working with companies to ensure clean data for efficient and cost-effective buying.This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to understand:How procurement is evolving in the digital age.Strategies for successful procurement in 2025 and beyond.Connect with Thomas:LinkedIn: https://dk.linkedin.com/in/hellernjorEmail: [email protected]

Multi award winning international motivational speaker, two times author & two times world champion in para-triathlon winner Steve Judge joins Max & Charlotte on the latest installment of the Global Business Insights Podcast. Steve is an incredible human with a truly inspiring story to tell, combined with an infectious love for the human spirit and a true believer in the power of positive thought.

Supply Chain Guru & Leadership Training Expert Joe Agresta joins hosts Dr Charlotte de Brabandt & Max Kent for a hugely insightful discussion on leadership, supply chain, technology and how all this matters when looking at the world through the lens of moving a companies products from A-B (and always C - Z too!). Joe is a mine of amazing knowledge and is the Professor Director of Supply Chain Analytics at Rutgers, one of the worlds best Business Schools. Not to be missed!!

Part 2 of the amazing Bobby Seagull Life Story!

In this very special two part episode, we were delighted to be joined by TV presenter, Cambridge Doctorate, Teacher, Finance Professional & University Challenge panellist, Bobby Seagull. Bobby brings a unique and refreshing energy to the show, taking his 'through his journey from training and working in the City of London at some of the worlds largest investment corporations to attending Cambridge University, appearing on University Challenge & Eggheads & then taking all of this into Teaching, TV presenting and many other suprising areas! Not to be missed - look out for Part 2 coming soon!

We are thrilled to kick off our 2024 podcast series with none other than the Award-Winning Founder & CEO of the Accounts Payable Association, Jamie Radford! Join us as we delve into the future of all things AP, Finance, and beyond.Having the esteemed and visionary entrepreneur Jamie Radford on board means that they are invariably busy and it's hard to get them to spare any time at all, so to have Jamie spend an hour telling us all about how he started, the way he followed and how he built the Accounts Payable Association to having over 50,000 global members and being THE globally recognized membership for AP.

S3 E4 - The Future of Technology in Luxury Automotive & Brand Sale. In this episode, we speak with the wonderful KC, a hugely experienced sales consultant at Ferrari New England on his thoughts on how technology will help evolve selling to individual clients, especially when viewed through the lens of luxury, high-end, and highly individualized purchases. This episode offers a very different insight into luxury automotive selling and is not to be missed!

In this fascinating and highly conversational episode, Charlotte & Max meet with the incredible Matthew Sawyer. Matthew is a Professor at both Columbia & New York Universities (NYU), teaching business professionals up to master level in Strategic Communication and marketing, aligning this critical area of business with his own business, USAcellerator.biz, and his book 'Make it in America' to provide vital advice and information to any company looking to enter new markets, in particular maximizing the huge opportunity achieving successful market entry into the US brings. Having helped huge brands such as Campbells Soup, Hyundai, BiC and many other household names achieve successful market entries into the USA, this podcast is a must-listen for any marketing, advertising, sales, or global business professional looking to understand the best way to enter new markets. Further to this, Matthew's passion, enthusiasm, and knowledge bring the episode fully to life in our most conversational and free-flowing episode so far.

Back once again it's our dear friend and pink and vibrant P2P Software and Digital Spend management evangelist as always we are delighted to welcome Lucy Day. Lucy has had an amazing journey working with a lifetime worth of advanced and in some cases, genius (well, I would say) level companies, software platforms, and customer use cases for spending, procurement, accounts payable, p2p, and software management and is now having huge success as the Senior Solutions Specialist at global P2P Software experts, Proactis.Hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did! Charlotte & Max

this episode of the Global Business Insights Podcast, we are delighted to welcome Michael Ryan, Director of Finance Transformation UK. With over 20 years of experience in the finance industry, Michael is a recognized expert in digital finance transformation and has a proven track record of success in leading and delivering complex change programs.In this conversation, Michael shares his insights on the latest trends in finance transformation, the challenges and opportunities of digitalization, and the importance of building a strong culture of innovation. He also discusses his own experiences at the forefront of finance transformation and offers practical advice for businesses that are looking to embark on their own transformation journeys.Whether you are a finance professional, a business leader, or simply someone who is interested in the future of finance, this episode is a must-listen. Michael's insights are both informative and inspiring, and he provides a valuable perspective on the critical role that finance transformation will play in the success of businesses in the years to come.Key takeaways from the episode:The importance of digital finance transformation in today's business environmentThe challenges and opportunities of implementing digital finance solutionsThe role of culture in successful finance transformationPractical advice for businesses embarking on their own transformation journeysAbout Michael Ryan:Michael Ryan is a Director of Finance Transformation UK with a passion for driving change and delivering value. He has over 20 years of experience in the finance industry, working across a variety of sectors including retail, banking, and insurance. Michael is a recognized expert in digital finance transformation and has a proven track record of success in leading and delivering complex change programs. He is also a regular speaker at industry events and conferences.

The first episode in our third series see Charlotte & Max meeting with Terry Corby, Founder of The Good Buisiness Pay's Campaign.50,000 businesses go out of business in the UK every year due to late supplier payments & Terry is on a mission to win the hearts and minds of all businessess in support of a campaign that is very dear to our hearts.Terry discusses his incredible, diverse background and how this has brought him to leading the campaign and driving the future of good payment practice, and in turn, helping many small businesses to survive.

The Global Business Insights Podcast - S2 E11 - Dr Charlotte de Brabandt Breast Cancer Awareness Special.In this very special episode our very own Charlotte shares a candid and upfront update on her personal, currrent battle with Breast Cancer. In support of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Charlotte shares key insights into early detection, new treatments and advice to others suffering and battling.

The Global Business Insights Podcast - S2 E10 - Susan Walsh - The Classification Guru.We welcome back our dear friend Susan and get further into the challenges she faced and overcome building a highly successful and respected data cleansing business.

The Global Business Insights Podcast - S2 E9 - Puja Varsha - Partner - Digitalization at DataFaktory.In this episode, Puja talks with Charlotte and Max about her experiences in global HR and her journey to success.

The Global Business Insights Podcast - S2 E8 - Max Kent - CEO & Founder PSL Group. This week, Charlotte interviews our very own Max and understands more about his journey through founding companies, sales roles and leadership positions and how he has navigated all kinds of challenges to creating a successful technology company.

Episode 7 of the Global Business Insights Podcast features the remarkable Amanda Mohan, a Senior Engineering Manager with an unparalleled reputation for driving technical leadership, problem-solving, and team cohesion across the globe.

The Global Business Insights Podcast - S2 E6 - Vernon Tjon-Soei-Len CEO & Founder Amazing entrepreneur and founder, Vernon Tjon-Soie-Len talks with Max and Charlotte about his journey from growing up in Surinam to becoming a successful business owner.

The Global Business Insights Podcast - S2 E5 - Christian Moeller-Holst CEO & Founder of GoodwingsChristian is a serial entrepreneur, philosopher and vastly experienced business professional, with a real passion for making a difference in the lives of others across the globe.Listen in to his inspiring story and learn some of the ways he's developed to overcome adversity and build resilience alongside the exciting journey of how he has built Goodwings, a sustainable travel company based on some incredible innovation and inspired thinking.

The Global Business Insights Podcast - Series 2 - Beyond Business - The Remarkable Journeys of Extraordinary Business Leaders - Episode 4 Featuring special guest Thomas Sierbaek Heller-Njor - CEO& Founder - CostBits

In this intriguing episode, we dive into the world of digital procurement with our guest Dario Kulic, a specialist who has been revolutionizing this pivotal aspect of business operations. Join us as we uncover Dario's journey, from his early influences to his current role as a digital procurement specialist. Delve into Dario's experiences, which have shaped his perspective on procurement's critical role in organizational success. Discover the transformative potential of digital procurement and its impact on enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and driving innovation. With Dario's unique insights, this episode offers a comprehensive view of the evolving landscape of procurement in the digital age, providing valuable takeaways for professionals and businesses seeking to navigate this dynamic field.

In this captivating episode, we dive deep into the remarkable journey of Peter Coppinger, the visionary CEO behind a leading project management software tool. From humble beginnings to soaring success, Peter's story is a testament to entrepreneurial resilience and innovation. Join us as we explore the pivotal moments that molded Peter's trajectory and the challenges he conquered to establish his software technology company as an industry powerhouse. Discover how his unwavering commitment to core values shaped critical decisions and fostered a culture of creativity and collaboration within his team. In the ever-evolving landscape of technology startups, Peter shares his strategies for staying ahead of the competition and consistently delivering cutting-edge solutions to clients' needs. Aspiring entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts alike will find a goldmine of insights in Peter's journey. Tune in to this episode to gain firsthand knowledge from an accomplished entrepreneur who's been through it all. Listen here and let the inspiration fuel your own entrepreneurial aspirations. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation with a true trailblazer.🔗 #Podcast #Entrepreneurship #TechInnovation #SuccessStory

Beyond Business - The Remarkable Journeys of Extraordinary Business Leaders.Our very own Dr Charlotte de Brabandt is our guest on this very special episode of The Global Business Insights Podcast, where she discusses her ongoing battle with breast cancer.This is an incredibly inspiring episode where anyone looking for insight into the human condition, resilience, hope, grace, and inner strength must listen.

EP 10 - The Future of Digital Spend Management with special guest Lucy DayIn this episode, Senior Solutions Specialist & Digital Procurement expert, Lucy Day, from UK Spend Management solution providers, Proactis, discusses how digital procurement technology, ai, spend management & it's associated technologies can transform any business. With this in mind Lucy shares key insights into the way the digital spend management software market works in 2023 and how things have evolved over the last few years. Lucy is one of the leading lights of spend management technology and this is an episode not to be missed!