A conversation with Barri Rafferty, the dynamic CEO of Morrow Sodali Americas. Barri shares her unexpected journey to leadership, her approach to DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), and the strategies she employs to steer the company through the complexities of today's macroeconomic environment. Barri also delves into the nuances of self-leadership, the importance of empathy in the workplace, and the challenges and opportunities presented by the hybrid work model post-pandemic. With a focus on future-proofing businesses and the role of culture in a rapidly expanding company, this episode is packed with valuable insights for leaders and aspiring professionals alike. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Barri Rafferty and Morrow Sodali Americas 00:42 - How Barri became CEO 01:56 - What Morrow Sodali does 02:57 - A day in the life of a CEO 04:11 - Prioritizing tasks and self-leadership 05:27 - The role of empathy in leadership 06:42 - Barri's reading recommendations 07:50 - Adapting to AI in business 09:27 - Hybrid vs. in-person work post-pandemic 10:44 - Defining company culture 12:22 - The politics of ESG and DEI 14:24 - The importance of equity in DEI 18:00 - Leaders Barri admires 20:48 - The role of empathy in leadership 23:12 - The CEO's role in understanding the macro environment 25:30 - Barri's thoughts on the current economy 27:20 - The chance that shaped Barri's career 🔔 Subscribe to CEO.com for more exclusive interviews and business insights. #Leadership #DEI #ESG #SelfLeadership #CorporateCulture #MorrowSodaliAmericas #CEOcomShow #BusinessStrategy #MacroEconomicEnvironment #HybridWorkModel #ArtificialIntelligence #StakeholderEngagement #CorporateGovernance