Thinkset Podcast
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWhat are the most pressing matters facing global businesses? Berkeley Research Group picks the brains of BRG experts and other luminaries about the big issues of the day in finance, healthcare, security and other sectors.
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Colm Gibson - Brexit is Coming (Probably)
December 19, 2019 15:02 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBBRG Managing Director Colm Gibson, who is part of the firm’s European Economic Regulation practice, joins host Eddie Newland to discuss the victory of Boris Johnson’s Conservative Party in the UK’s general election on December 12. Colm talks about what is ahead for the UK and what the vote means for business leaders, and provides his take on potential immediate and long-term ramifications.
Colm Gibson: Brexit is Coming (Probably)
December 19, 2019 15:02 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBBRG Managing Director Colm Gibson, who is part of the firm’s European Economic Regulation practice, joins host Eddie Newland to discuss the victory of Boris Johnson’s Conservative Party in the UK’s general election on December 12. Colm talks about what is ahead for the UK and what the vote means for business leaders, and provides his take on potential immediate and long-term ramifications.
Dr. Brad Cornell: Climate Change Finances
December 14, 2019 22:26 - 23 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode, we speak with Dr. Brad Cornell, a managing director in BRG’s Disputes & Investigations group and leader of the Climate Change, Energy, and Finance practice. Our conversation focuses on the financial realities of global warming. Dr. Cornell talks about a realistic timeline for moving past carbon-based fuels, upgrading energy infrastructure, and how to make the cost of carbon clear to consumers.
Dr. Brad Cornell - Climate Change Finances
December 14, 2019 22:26 - 23 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode, we speak with Dr. Brad Cornell, a managing director in BRG’s Disputes & Investigations group and leader of the Climate Change, Energy, and Finance practice. Our conversation focuses on the financial realities of global warming. Dr. Cornell talks about a realistic timeline for moving past carbon-based fuels, upgrading energy infrastructure, and how to make the cost of carbon clear to consumers.
Dr. Andrew Agwunobi - Healthcare Leadership (Part 2)
November 20, 2019 20:25 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBIn the second episode of his podcast, Dr. Andrew Agwunobi outlines potential ways to address problems facing healthcare organizations. He dives into how hospitals and other organizations can approach doctor satisfaction, systems management and cost improvements. To wrap up, Andy gives his outlook on the future of the industry.
Dr. Andrew Agwunobi: Healthcare Leadership (Part 2)
November 20, 2019 20:25 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBIn the second episode of his podcast, Dr. Andrew Agwunobi outlines potential ways to address problems facing healthcare organizations. He dives into how hospitals and other organizations can approach doctor satisfaction, systems management and cost improvements. To wrap up, Andy gives his outlook on the future of the industry.
Dr. Andrew Agwunobi: Healthcare Leadership
November 06, 2019 21:04 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBDr. Andrew Agwunobi, a BRG special advisor and former co-chair of the firm’s Healthcare Performance Improvement practice, joins host Eddie Newland. Andy is a board-certified pediatrician who now serves as chief executive officer and executive vice president for Health Affairs at UConn Health. In the first of a two-part episode, he discusses issues facing today’s hospitals, the tools available to health system leaders to address financial challenges and his views doctor satisfaction.
Dr. Andrew Agwunobi - Healthcare Leadership
November 06, 2019 21:04 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBDr. Andrew Agwunobi, a BRG special advisor and former co-chair of the firm’s Healthcare Performance Improvement practice, joins host Eddie Newland. Andy is a board-certified pediatrician who now serves as chief executive officer and executive vice president for Health Affairs at UConn Health. In the first of a two-part episode, he discusses issues facing today’s hospitals, the tools available to health system leaders to address financial challenges and his views doctor satisfaction.
Don Bunnin - The Department of 'How Can I Help You?'
October 10, 2019 16:43 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBIn this episode, Phil Rowley connects with Don Bunnin, who is vice president, Medical Aesthetics & Litigation for Allergan. Don joined Allergan in 2010 as litigation counsel and over the past decade has become a senior member of the company's corporate legal department. He reflects on the cultures he's experienced throughout his career and provides insights into the evolving regulatory landscape of healthcare. Don also describes how the legal department is moving past its reputation as the "...
JoAnna Younts - The Future of Telemedicine
October 03, 2019 14:11 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this episode, we speak with BRG Director JoAnna Younts. JoAnna, working out of Washington, DC, is a member of BRG’s Health Analytics practice. We cover the regulatory landscape surrounding telemedicine and talk about state and federal statutes that have guided both commercial insurers and federal programs. She also shares her prediction and hopes for what the future of telemedicine will look like in the US.
Andrea Kramer - Your Dream Team
September 11, 2019 19:23 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBOn this episode of the Thinkset podcast, we welcome Andrea Kramer. Andie is a partner in an international law firm, where she has served on the Management and Compensation committees and was the first chair of the Gender Diversity committee. She has also been named one of the 50 Most Influential Women Lawyers in America by the National Law Journal. On today's podcast, we preview Andie’s workshop at the upcoming BRG Women’s Leadership Conference, “Your Dream Team: Building a Personal Board ...
Sheila Heen - The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback
July 22, 2019 12:44 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we welcome Sheila Heen. Sheila is the CEO of Triad Consulting and has been a lecturer at Harvard Law School since 1995. She has spent the last twenty years with the Harvard Negotiation Project, researching and developing negotiation theory. Her book Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback provides the basis for our discussion today. We also preview what to expect at her workshop for the BRG Women’s Leadership Conference later this ye...
Steve Keogh - 'Disruption All Over the Place’
June 07, 2019 12:40 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBAon’s Chief Administrative Officer for Commercial Risk Solutions Steve Keogh talks with Phil about how technological disruption is changing the world of risk management. One example: there are hundreds of billions between what is recorded as a cyber loss and what is recorded in cyber premiums—and Aon wants to narrow that gap. Steve also details how cyber risk has evolved beyond retail and healthcare to essentially all sectors—and how there’s a glaring lack of uniformity when it comes to who ...
Michael Whalen - Later LIBOR (Part 2)
June 03, 2019 15:22 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBIn our last episode, we covered LIBOR’s history and reasons why it’s being phased out. Now, we dive into what’s next and LIBOR’s replacement: SOFR. Michael Whalen, a managing director in BRG’s Washington, DC, office, explains different approaches to replacing LIBOR and what the next generation of benchmarks will be expected to handle.
Michael Whalen - Later LIBOR
May 23, 2019 18:01 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBIn this episode, we speak with Michael Whalen, a managing director in BRG’s Washington, DC, office. He has more than twenty-five years of experience in advising, structuring, and raising more than $20 billion in finance for capital-intensive infrastructure projects across the energy value chain and other infrastructure sectors. In the first of two episodes with Michael, we focus on the future of LIBOR, one of the key benchmark rates in the world economy, which is set to go away in 2021. He...
Jaime Diaz - The CEO of My Team
May 09, 2019 15:14 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBIn the inaugural episode of his podcast, BRG’s Phil Rowley speaks with Jaime Diaz of the Golf Channel, and formerly of Golf World. Phil and Jaime cover what inspires and motivates leaders, transitioning from print to broadcast, the preparation that goes into The 19th Hole on the Golf Channel and how the individual sport of golf is increasingly embracing the concept of teams. Phil and Jaime also discuss the self-sufficiency of golfers like Zach Johnson and Jack Nicklaus, Ben Crenshaw’s status...
Katie Norris & Heidi Sorensen - Commercialization Risk & Compliance
April 26, 2019 11:59 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this episode, we speak with BRG Director Katie Norris and Heidi A. Sorensen from Foley & Lardner LLP. Katie has more than seventeen years of experience in corporate governance and compliance in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and cosmetics industries. Heidi is a healthcare attorney who focuses on healthcare fraud and abuse and compliance issues. Katie and Heidi discuss compliance considerations companies should factor into their strategy and planning when they are entering the US ma...
Nicole Abboud - The Gen Y Lawyer
April 02, 2019 17:18 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBNicole Abboud, host of The Gen Y Lawyer podcast, joins host Eddie Newland. After five years of practicing law, Nicole launched her own business, Abboud Media. Her podcast has been recognized by the ABA Journal as one of the top legal podcasts for its ability to deliver quality content relevant to young lawyers. She discusses her path from lawyer to consultant, her insights on changes to marketing within the legal profession, and advice for new lawyers looking to establish their brand.
Ben Fouracre & Archana Kotecha - Human Trafficking (Part 2)
March 12, 2019 15:27 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBPicking up where we left off in our previous episode, host Eddie Newland continues his conversation with BRG Director Ben Fouracre, and Archana Kotecha, Head of Legal at Liberty Shared. They discuss where where human trafficking occurs, the global supply chain and where businesses should take caution, and ethical sourcing for everyday consumers.
Ben Fouracre & Archana Kotecha - Human Trafficking
March 07, 2019 17:05 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this episode, host Eddie Newland speaks with BRG Director Ben Fouracre and Archana Kotecha, Asia Region Director and Head of Legal at Liberty Shared. They discuss the state of human trafficking around the world and how it may affect businesses and supply chain economics. They also review analysis regarding where human trafficking occurs, the global supply chain and where businesses should take caution, and ethical sourcing for consumers.
Abhijit Yadav - The Changing Indian Economy
January 25, 2019 15:16 - 26 minutes - 29.7 MBBRG Principal Abhijit Yadav joins the podcast to talk about the Indian economy and BRG’s work in the region. Discussion includes his background as a signal intelligence officer for the Indian Navy, the evolving nature of India's economy, changes in regulation leading to economic growth, and the potential future for the Indian economy as a whole.
David Kalat - Computer Forensics and Digital History
January 04, 2019 17:34 - 20 minutes - 23.4 MBBRG Director David Kalat talks about his path to becoming a forensic expert. Discussion includes his background as a digital historian, the ways in which he conducts digital forensic investigations, and a preview for his upcoming article in ThinkSet magazine on how laws protecting IP have struggled to keep pace with technology.
Stuart Witchell - Strategic Business Intelligence in Asia
December 04, 2018 14:45 - 20 minutes - 23.7 MBBRG Managing Director Stuart Witchell talks about his work in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Discussion includes how investments in Asia have changed over the years, the markets where foreign investment is having the largest impact, and the potential ways corruption may affect how companies do business in the region.
Mark Renzi - M&A, Restructuring and Financial Services
November 15, 2018 15:39 - 18 minutes - 20.9 MBBRG Managing Director Mark Renzi joins host Eddie Newland to discuss the state of the mergers and acquisitions market and his outlook for 2019 and beyond. Discussion includes the spate of M&A around the world, Mr. Renzi’s experience in bankruptcy engagements, and the potential mistakes companies make when going through restructuring activities.
Rick Fultineer & Bob Lewis: Construction Deep Dive
September 13, 2018 14:00 - 22 minutes - 25.9 MBBRG Managing Director Rick Fultineer and Director Bob Lewis join host Eddie Newland to discuss trends in the global construction industry. Topics include current hot spots for infrastructure construction, shortages in qualified labor, and litigation hurdles to avoid during boom times.
Peggy Daley - California Consumer Privacy Act
July 31, 2018 13:00 - 25 minutes - 28.9 MBManaging Director Peggy Daley discusses the California Consumer Privacy Act, the lasting impact of the General Data Protection Regulation, California leading the way on regulations, and how companies can prepare for the growing regulatory requirements around data protection and privacy.
Keith Jelinek - Future of Retail
July 19, 2018 15:37 - 25 minutes - 28.7 MBManaging Director Keith Jelinek joins to discuss the state of the retail industry. Topics include omni-channel retailing, success in the pet store sector, implementing sustainable strategies, trends being adopted in today's market, and what the future looks like for the industry as a whole.
Brian Hoyt - Provider Directories & Healthcare Plans
June 06, 2018 16:37 - 24 minutes - 28 MBManaging Director Brian Hoyt joins host Eddie Newland to discuss the role provider directories play in today’s healthcare landscape. Topics include regulatory requirements at the state and national level for healthcare plans, the financial repercussions for not meeting legal standards and how plans can be proactive in handling provider directories to avoid harmful legal ramifications.
Rob Hichens & Amy Lewis - Security Culture
May 15, 2018 14:00 - 20 minutes - 23.8 MBBRG Managing Director Rob Hichens and BRG Senior Associate Amy Lewis discuss the importance of security and privacy culture. Topics include why culture matters to cyber security, the biggest mistakes companies make implementing security protocols, measuring the effectiveness of a corporate privacy culture and reflection upon the meteoric rise of cyber security.
Elizabeth Arnold - Collecting Data to Evaluate Employee Status
March 22, 2018 13:51 - 15 minutes - 17.9 MBOn this episode of the Thinkset Podcast, host Eddie Newland talks with BRG Director Elizabeth Arnold about recent legal developments in employee classifications and what companies are doing to address the evolving challenges in employer regulations. Other topics include the gig economy employees, different methods for analyzing employee classifications, proactive steps companies are taking around employee classification and Elizabeth’s work on a new textbook.
Allen Jacobs - Bitcoin and the Future of Cryptocurrency
January 15, 2018 14:55 - 18 minutes - 21.3 MBOn this episode of the Thinkset podcast, host Eddie Newland speaks with Managing Director Dr. Allen Jacobs about rise of cryptocurrency and his take away was from the year that brought Bitcoin into the pop culture zeitgeist. Dr. Jacobs also discusses the continuing evolution of cryptocurrency, the difficulty in valuing different coins, the possibility of future regulation and what potential businesses based on the asymmetric cryptography may look like.
Ben Nolan - Public Private Partnerships
December 27, 2017 17:10 - 25 minutes - 29 MBOn this episode of the Thinkset Podcast, host Eddie Newland talks with BRG Managing Director Ben Nolan about the evolution of Public Private Partnerships (P3) and what they mean for future infrastructure projects. Ben talks about how different state operations handle P3, Puerto Rico’s history of P3 development and how to manage a project’s risk profile.
Kelly Lynch - Pharma and Healthcare
December 05, 2017 16:54 - 21 minutes - 24.1 MBOn this episode of the Thinkset Podcast, host Eddie Newland talks with BRG Associate Director Kelly Lynch about the highly regulated world of pharmaceuticals and the role pharmacy benefits managers and specialty pharmacies play in today’s healthcare landscape. Kelly speaks about these topics as well as her inspiration for becoming a consultant and the route she took to arrive at BRG in 2012. Topics include: new types of healthcare disputes and investigations (1:15), pharmacy benefits manager...
Ed Buthusiem - The Materiality Trap
November 13, 2017 17:24 - 21 minutes - 25.1 MBOn this episode of the Thinkset Podcast, host Eddie Newland talks with BRG Managing Director Ed Buthusiem about the growing trend of multi-national corporations joining highly regulated industries in search of margin growth. Ed describes this growing trend as the ‘materiality trap’, as many companies struggle to adapt their risk assessment procedures in these lucrative new industries. Topics include: motivation for this growing trend (1:15), how to avoid problems on the front end (3:40), str...
Joe Bohling - Leadership Strategies of the Future
November 02, 2017 14:43 - 20 minutes - 23.6 MBOn this episode of the Thinkset Podcast, host Eddie Newland talks with BRG Managing Director Joe Bohling about the different experiences he has had in the world of performance improvement and leadership coaching. Topics include: The C-suite talent gap (1:45), Succession strategies in public companies vs closely held (4:36), Cultural differences in business environments (8:50), Characteristics of high potential performers (10:15), Pillars of sustained peak performance (12:40), The future of e...
Tom Nealon - Southwest Airlines President
September 27, 2017 12:59 - 21 minutes - 24.5 MBHost Eddie Newland presents an interview conducted by Thinkset Magazine writer Joe Quinto. Joe was able to speak with Southwest Airlines President Tom Nealon about his continuing efforts to improve Southwest’s digital infrastructure. Topics include: Southwest’s $800M technological upgrades (1:17), implementing new system upgrades (3:54), future opportunities presented by technology upgrades (8:19), decision process leading into upgrade decisions (10:40), the next set of projects in the horiz...
Mark Williams - Telecoms, Media, Technology & the Future
September 27, 2017 12:53 - 23 minutes - 26.3 MBHost Eddie Newland talks with Mark Williams, an economist and Managing Director at BRG with over 20 years’ experience in regulation and strategy of the telecoms, media and technology (TMT) sector. Topics of the episodes include the relationship between innovation and regulation, unexpected political results effect on the TMT sector and what the future may look like for consumers. Other topics: Comparisons to past inflection points in the TMT market (1:39), multiple-choice companies (2:56), t...
Larry Fallin - Business in the Kingdom
September 05, 2017 21:58 - 20 minutes - 23.9 MBOn this episode of the Thinkset Podcast we are joined by BRG Managing Director Larry Fallin. Larry joins us from his office in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia where he has worked for the past 30 years. In that time Larry has amassed operational management and consulting expertise with organizations across the US, Europe and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. He is a specialist in creating strategies, transformations, turnarounds, and increasing organizational value through innovation progra...
Tom Brown - Solving Cyber Due Diligence
June 20, 2017 19:46 - 22 minutes - 25.5 MBTom Brown, global leader of BRG’s Cyber Security & Investigations practice, discusses the impact and fallout of the WannaCry ransomware attack in Europe and the industries he sees as potential targets in the next waves of cyber-attacks. Other topics include security risks, reacting to attacks, preemptive investments in cybersecurity training, best practices, and advice for payment demands in a ransomware scenario.