The Proteus Leader Show
The Proteus Leader Show, hosted by 3 senior leaders at Proteus International (Laird McLean, Erika Andersen, Marie Holive), offers quick, practical support for you as a manager and leader – insights and tools you can use to improve right now.
Episodes
Marie speaks to former headhunter and board readiness coach Jacquie O’Dea about demystifying that all-important first leap into the boardroom, sharing insider tips on what today’s boards really want, how to craft a stand-out value proposition, and the smartest ways to build the relationships that open boardroom doors.
Timestamps:
- [00:00] Introduction to the podcast
- [00:34] Introduction to Jacquie
- [01:44] What are boards loo...
Erika talks with Nick Smallman, founder and CEO of Working Voices , about how to support employee engagement by focusing on what he calls "social wellbeing."
Timestamps
- [00:00] Introduction to the podcast
- [00:33] Introduction to Nick Smallman
- [01:50] Why is employee engagement and wellbeing is important
- [04:25] How to avoid employee disengagement
- [06:45] Being intentional in a hybrid work environment
- [10:58] Common engagemen...
Marie talks with Patrick Hogan, Chief Business Evolution Officer at Black & Veatch, a seasoned leader with decades of experience in sales transformation, commercial excellence, and innovation. They are diving into the world of sales excellence and what it takes to drive sustainable business growth.
Timestamps:
[00:00] - Podcast introduction
[00:35] - Introduction to Patrick Hogan
[02:22] - Biggest shifts in how teams approach s...
Erika talks with Chip Wade, CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group about the power of hospitality as a foundational element of all businesses - what it means and how to incorporate it.
Timestamps:
(00:00) - Welcome to the Proteus Leader Show
(00:35) - Introduction to Chip Wade
(01:36) - What is enlightened hospitality?
(04:10) - Staff as members of the community
(06:14) - Importance of creating a positive experience
(09:00) - Making custom...
This episode was created with the help of AI technology.
Marie talks with Andrey Fadeev, CEO of GDEV Inc. a major gaming company listed on NASDAQ. AI is rapidly transforming game development, from generating realistic environments to personalizing player experiences. But implementing AI at scale comes with challenges—from internal resistance to technological hurdles.
Marie and Andrey explore GDEV’s journey, the obstacles faced, and ...
Marie talks with bestselling author and Proteus founding partner Erika Andersen about her newest book, The New Old: Crafting Your Best Later Life. They explore how aging can be a time of discovery, connection, and renewal.
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Marie speaks with Eddie Cunningham, the President of Studio Distribution Services, a joint venture between Universal Pictures and WarnerMedia, which handles the home entertainment distribution of major studios. With decades of experience in the home entertainment industry, Eddie has navigated some of the most significant shifts in media consumption. Together they explore how to lead and innovate in a declining market, like the DVD ...
Erika talks with Kickstarter CTO Mahesh Guruswamy about his new book "How to Deliver Bad News and Get Away with It," discussing what may be the hardest task for any leader: sharing tough news in a way that works.
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Marie talks with David Parker, who has built an impressive career, leveraging his deep expertise in the automotive industry to drive meaningful change. Now, as CEO of Cleverciti, he’s leading the charge in reducing urban traffic congestion and cutting carbon emissions with innovative smart parking solutions.
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Leadership demands consistency in mission and vision—yet adaptability in execution. Host Laird McLean and leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry explore how great leaders anchor themselves in purpose while flexing strategies to navigate uncertainty.
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Marie speaks with cybersecurity expert Vishal Chawla on why cyber risk is a leadership issue. They discuss integrating cybersecurity into business strategy, new SEC regulations and building a risk-aware culture. Vishal shares practical steps leaders can take now to strengthen their defenses.
Erika talks with Ravi Ahuja, CEO of Sony Picture Entertainment, about the unique challenges and rewards of managing creative and artistic people and businesses.
Marie and Katy McCarthy (CEO, CFO, Board Member and Strategic Leader), discuss leadership, mission-driven businesses, and the importance of empowering women in the workplace.
Erika and Laura Hamill, author of The Power of Culture, discuss how building a consistent, employee-supportive culture is a competitive advantage for any business.
Erika talks with Carice Anderson, author of Intelligence Isn't Enough, about how black professionals can better navigate corporate workplaces - and how their allies can support them.For more Proteus, subscribe to our newsletter.
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