Dr. Mary Barnes is the Founder and CEO of Evolve Your Performance, a consultancy that aims to empower executives to deliver transformational change and maximize employee potential. With a doctorate in human and organizational learning and over two decades of experience, Mary developed the Transformation Reset Audit as a tool for clients navigating change implementation. In this episode of Change@Work, she and host Chris Thornton explore 14 common pitfalls that derail change initiatives,...

Sara Polon, Co-Founder and CEO of Soupergirl -- a natural, plant-based, kosher, and sustainably sourced soup company -- joins this episode of Change@Work. The comedian-turned-food entrepreneur and host, Chris Thornton discuss Sara's journey to soup-making, the challenges and joys of being a small business owner in the food and beverage industry, and the role consumers play in creating a more sustainable and equitable future when buying packaged foods.

Susan Odle is the Founder & CEO of 8020CS — a strategic consultancy that helps leaders and leadership teams learn how to successfully operationalize strategic plans and change initiatives. She is also the author of a new book, Successful Change: A Field Guide to Operationalizing Change that Drives Growth, Profitability, and Operational Efficiency. In this episode of Change@Work, she and host Chris Thornton, discuss her career journey through the tech and private equity industries, how...

Justin van Fleet, President of Theirworld and Executive Director of the Global Business Coalition for Education, joins us on this episode of Change@Work. He and host, Chris Thornton, discuss the important role businesses play in the education system, how investing in education can help companies to achieve their ESG goals, and outlines key examples of how some of the world's largest organizations are investing in education now. 

Dr Tanvi Gautam, MD, Founder of Leadershift Inc., Global HR influencer, Program director & faculty at Singapore Management University (ExD) and author joins us for this episode of Change@Work. She and host, Chris Thornton, discuss the framework for her new book, Deep Collaboration: 5 crucial conversations to accelerate performance across silos (2024), where the field of human-centric change is headed, and the need to embrace the uncomfortable to fuel our own growth. 

Natalie Webb, founder and Executive Director of Cafecita Coffee, a specialty coffee roaster that sources all beans from sustainable, women-owned coffee farms and co-ops, joins us for this episode of Change@Work. She and host, Chris Thornton, delve into how Natalie’s unique experience as a human rights lawyer drove her to create a business that prioritizes sustainable practices and empowers gender equality for female coffee producers. 

Eric McNulty, Associate Director of the National Preparedness Leadership Initiative at Harvard University, an instructor at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and co-author of the book, You're It: Crisis, Change, and How to Lead When it Matters Most joins us for this episode of Change@Work. He and host, Chris Thornton, discuss what we can learn about human behavior, change, and resilience through his research and analysis of national crises including the Boston Marathon bombings,...

Molly Fogarty, Head of Corporate & Government Affairs and Sustainability at Nestlé Zone North America, joins host, Chris Thornton, for this episode of Change@Work. In this episode, the two have a candid conversation about Molly's own journey to success and sustainability, navigating through the external perception of Nestlé's sustainability efforts and how to get buy-in from all levels of the organization to drive sustainability goals. 

Daniel Oppong, founder of The Courage Collective, a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion consultancy, joins us again on this episode of Change@Work. He and host, Chris Thornton, discuss the evolution of DE&I initiatives as of late, how they’ve been met with less momentum,  and shares why it’s imperative that organizations embed DE&I into their company culture.  

Brian Crimmins, CEO of Changing Our World, a trusted social impact consulting firm that advises leading corporations and nonprofit organizations, joins us for this episode of Chang@Work. He and host Chris Thornton discuss Brian's new book, The Generosity Crisis, which explores the current state of philanthropy and how we can change course to bring about a different, more connected future that benefits us all. For more information, visit his website here.

Celeste Leverton, Associate Director, Sustainability Manager at Coutts, a 331-year-old private bank in the UK, joins us for this episode on Change@Work. Listen as she and host, Chris Thornton, discuss what the B Corp certification process entails, the benefits of becoming certified, and how to get employees and leaders on board with becoming a more sustainable organization.

Paul Thallner, Principal at Daggerwing Group and author of Reinventing Resilience, joins this episode of Change@Work. Listen as he and host Chris Thornton, discuss why Paul wrote his new book and why organizations must evolve and grow so workers aren't forced to continually bounce back. Paul shares how to use his model to reinvent resilience and create great work cultures that attract and retain the best talent. For more information, visit Paul's website here:...

Emily Graham, Chief Equity and Impact Officer at Omnicom Group, joins this episode of Change@Work. Listen as she and host Chris Thornton discuss Omnicom’s renewed approach to DE&I as a result of 2020, the need for leaders to own and drive inclusive and equitable cultures, and the many ways in which people, at all levels, can contribute to the unique tapestry of each organization. 

David Tate, Professor at Yale University School of Management and CEO of Conscious Growth Partners – a leadership coaching and executive development consultancy – joins this episode of Change@Work. Listen as he and host Chris Thornton discuss his upcoming book, Conscious Accountability, how leaders can deepen relationships with their teams, and the 7 practices to help build accountability within work cultures.

Sandy Skees, Global Purpose & Impact Practice Lead at Porter Novelli, joins this episode of Change@Work. Tune in as Sandy and host Chris Thornton discuss the impactful rise of ESG on Wall Street in recent years, consumer expectations when it comes to ESG performance, and why defining purpose is critical to an organization’s success.

Michael Maslansky, CEO of language strategy firm maslansky + partners, joins this episode of Change@Work. Tune in as he and host Chris Thornton discuss two strategic language frameworks that organizations can use to effectively communicate ideas, build trust with employees, and foster an environment of transparency and inclusion.

Johannes Wassenberg, Managing Director at Moody’s Corporation, joins this episode of Change@Work to discuss ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance). Listen as he and host Chris discuss how ESG has come to the forefront in recent years, the different stakeholders driving this change, and what it all means for the future of businesses around the world.

Luisa Schumacher, Design Thinking Catalyst Lead at Ford Motor Company, joins this episode of Change@Work. Listen as she and host Chris Thornton discuss incorporating human-centered design into everyday work, inviting abstraction into our work-style, and Luisa's three key design thinking tools.

Ranjay Gulati—a Harvard Business School professor, organization and leadership expert, and best-selling author—joins this episode of CHANGE@WORK. Tune in as he and host Chris Thorn discuss his new book, Deep Purpose, and how to go beyond a surface-level purpose statement to actually activate performance.

Sarah Flynn, Chief Marketing Officer at Thirty Five Ventures—Kevin Durant’s multi-faceted media, marketing, and investment company—joins this episode of CHANGE@WORK to discuss the synergies between the sports world and business world. Listen as she and host Chris Thornton discuss how organizations can learn from sports teams when it comes to team dynamics, creating purpose-driven brands and working without silos.

Stephen Satterfield, a writer, producer, media entrepreneur, and host of High on the Hog—a Netflix documentary-series that traces the origins of African-American cuisine—joins this episode of CHANGE@WORK to talk about leading an industry through change. Listen as he and host Chris Thornton discuss the importance of storytelling, the role it plays in creating transformation, and how it lends a voice to those who are often overlooked.

Evan Sohn, CEO of Recruiter.com, joins this episode of CHANGE@WORK to discuss the recent trends he is seeing in the world of recruiting and talent retention. Listen as he and host Chris Thornton offer insights into how organizations can retain their people, and most importantly, offer new ways to keep them engaged. 

Daniel Oppong, founder of The Courage Collective, sits down with host Chris Thornton on this episode of Change@Work to discuss why engaging people, and encouraging them to bring their whole selves to work, is the key to business transformation success. They explore what DE&I means at the systemic and personal level, and how embedding DE&I throughout the entire employee lifecycle will help leaders achieve true equity for all employees.

Management consultant, executive coach, and frequent contributor to HBR and Forbes, Liz Kislik joins host Chris Thornton on this episode of CHANGE@WORK to discuss how, in the wake of the pandemic, organizations need to determine the best strategy moving forward for their people and business. They dive into the needs of different employee groups, how to retain top talent, the importance of empathetic leadership, and the commitment that needs to be made to rebuilding culture in the new world of...