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One of the biggest battles in the business world over the past few decades has been between established global companies versus relatively unknown startups. Think about Amazon taking on retailers, or Tesla taking on the automotive industry, or Revolut taking on established banks. So what can these two very different species learn from each other? ‘When David Met Goliath’ pits startups alongside global giants, digging into how each plays the same game very differently. In one episode, we sit ...
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Start-Up Sessions

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Learn from the founders and leaders of some of today’s most successful born-digital businesses, as AlixPartners invites them to share their successes, challenges, and personal experiences from life in the world of tech businesses, all of which were – at one point in their life – start-ups.
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In today’s world, nothing is certain - so how do you captialise on opportunities and create lasting value? AlixPartners invites prominent figures and industry experts from the world of Private Equity to tackle the topics and challenges that really matter.
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Demystifying Risk

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How do you stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of Risk and Compliance? AlixPartners invites prominent figures and industry experts from the world of risk to tackle the topics and challenges that really matter to businesses, from compliance and regulation to data and digital.
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Broadband Pulse

Endeavor Business Media

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In the Lightwave Broadband Pulse podcast, we will address the key issues affecting the optical and broadband industry segments. Join us every week for insights on these topics from industry leaders.
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Shoe-In

Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America (FDRA)

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Covering the ins and outs of all things footwear, from sneakers to heels, loafers to slippers and every type of shoe in between. Brought to you by the FDRA and FFANY, the footwear industry’s associations focused on retail, trade, politics and fashion…helping create and enhance conversations on all things footwear.
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Leaders in Supply Chain and Logistics Podcast is one of our projects focused on bringing some of the best thought leaders in the industry, pick their brains and share it with as many interested listeners as possible. We want to connect you with global experts, thought leaders, and executives in all things value chain. We talk about Supply Chain's leading-edge technologies, leadership stories, and personal success habits.
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The Employee Advocacy & Influence Podcast

DSMN8 - The Employee Advocacy Platform

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Empower your employees like never before and learn how to own the social share of voice in your industry. Organizations all over the world in every sector are driving strategic competitive advantage by scaling the impact of their employees' voices… and now YOU can too! As we delve beyond the why and get straight to the how so that you can put employee-driven growth at the heart of your organization. Hosted by Bradley Keenan and Lewis Gray of DSMN8.
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The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women in the workplace. So, if you’re looking for insights, guidance or advice on how to improve gend ...
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Executive Platforms builds world-class forums to facilitate the sharing of ideas among the senior leadership of businesses and organizations with common objectives, interests, and challenges. Through conversations with leading experts, The bluEPrint will bring you insightful conversations, analysis and ideas surrounding key topics across multiple industries while uncovering real-world solutions to universal challenges that face leadership professionals in their daily work.
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Discover how to build real B2B influence on LinkedIn, moving beyond mere amplification. Join Lewis Gray and Elliot Elsley as they chat with AlixPartners Head of Solutions & Product Marketing, Barney O'Kelly. Barney brings a refreshingly honest perspective on social strategy in professional services, cutting through the noise to discuss what truly d…
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Led by Tier 1 telcos AT&T and Verizon, a new M&A wave in the fiber broadband market is rising. AT&T is moving to acquire Lumen’s FTTH business, while Verizon is going to acquire Frontier. Each of these deals will significantly expand these Tier 1 How to understand the changes and the role of fiber and other technologies. However, Tier 1 providers a…
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One of the biggest battles in the business world over the past few decades has been between established global companies versus relatively unknown startups. Think about Amazon taking on retailers, or Tesla taking on the automotive industry, or Revolut taking on established banks. So what can these two very different species learn from each other? ‘…
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Can trillions in tariffs be refunded? In this episode of the Shoe-In Show, Matt Priest and Thomas Crockett dive into a landmark Supreme Court case that could reshape U.S. trade policy. They unpack the stakes of the case, explore the possible outcomes, and explain what it could mean for presidential power, economic strategy, and the footwear industr…
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Mike Vermeer’s telecom career took hold right out of college when he joined Panduit. During his 20 years with the company, he has tackled various missions related to product design, technology, innovation, and looking at customer challenges. One of his key passions is helping improve network deployments for the company’s array of service provider c…
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*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* Susanne Waidzunas has spent over 25 years shaping one of the most intricate global supply chains on the planet at IKEA. From her early days managing suppliers in the Baltics to leading a sweeping digital and sustainability transformation, Susanne offers a rare look inside IKEA’s end-to-end strategy. We explore how her tea…
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Brightspeed, Comcast, Conexon Connect, C Spire, DigitalC, Ezee Fiber, Gateway Fiber, Lumos, Sprocket Networks and TDS Telecom are all expanding broadband in various communities through a mix of venture capital and state funding sources. About the Podcast In the Lightwave Broadband Pulse podcast, we address the key issues affecting the optical and b…
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Boost your B2B social media strategy by building confident employee advocates and proving real value! Join Lewis Gray and Elliot Elsley as they talk to Adrienne Konecsnik about her expert approach to global employee advocacy. Adrienne reveals how her team empowers employees to become influential brand advocates. This episode is packed with practica…
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How are global logistics and shifting tariffs reshaping holiday footwear shipments? In this episode of the Shoe-In Show, FDRA’s Matt Priest sits down with Apex Logistics’ Mike Piza and Jeff Yu to break down the state of supply chains heading into peak season. From air vs. ocean freight and the impact of inflation on consumer demand to navigating ta…
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Zayo had a productive second quarter that will provide a runway for future growth. The service provider announced that its North American core network is now 400G-enabled. This update aligns with the findings from Zayo’s recent Bandwidth Report, which found 400G wavelengths accounted for the largest total terabits purchased in 2024. It also made pr…
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In this latest issue of Building Broadband, we're tracking new broadband deployments from CentraCom, C Spire Fiber, Ezee Fiber, Gigapower, GCI, GoNetspeed, IIG, New York's ConnectALL, Spectrum and Syntrio. About the Podcast In the Lightwave Broadband Pulse podcast, we address the key issues affecting the optical and broadband industry segments. Joi…
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Should your executives really be posting on LinkedIn? The short answer: yes, and in this episode, you’ll find out why. In this episode of The Employee Advocacy & Influence Podcast, Lewis Gray dives into the often-overlooked role of executives on LinkedIn and how their visibility directly shapes trust, culture, and growth. Executives who are active …
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What’s really happening with Europe’s new sustainability rules, and how will they impact U.S. footwear brands? In this episode, Lenzing’s Dr. Danijela Cafuta Korn joins host Andy Polk to break down the latest developments in EU sustainability policy. Tune in to learn why the details matter for global footwear brands, what U.S. companies must do now…
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In this latest issue of Building Broadband, we’re tracking new broadband deployments from AeroNet Wireless, Astound, Brightspeed, Comcast, Fidium, Home Telecom, Shentel and TDS Telecom. About the Podcast In the Lightwave Broadband Pulse podcast, we address the key issues affecting the optical and broadband industry segments. Join us every week for …
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How does a traditional law firm become a global leader in employee advocacy? Sam Moles from Stephens Scown reveals all. In this episode, hosts Lewis Gray and Elliot Elsley welcome Sam Moles, Digital & Personal Brand Specialist and Employee Ownership Advisor at Stephens Scown, one of the UK’s leading law firms and consistently ranked among the world…
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*Hosted by Fei Yu* I sat down with Arne Flemming, Senior Vice President of Corporate Supply Chain Management and Global Logistics Services at Bosch, a €90B global powerhouse operating across mobility, industrial tech, home appliances, and more. Arne leads supply chain operations impacting 30,000+ associates and 230 plants worldwide. We discuss his …
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How will AI reshape the future of retail? In this episode of the Shoe-In Show, Google's Paul Tepfenhart, Global Director of Retail & Consumer Strategy & Solutions, joins hosts Matt Priest and Andy Polk to break down how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing everything from customer personalization to store operations. From practical AI use cas…
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In this episode of the Broadband Pulse podcast, we talked to Scott Mispagel, Senior Vice President, Network Engineering and Operations at Frontier Communications. During this episode, we talked about the ongoing progress Frontier has made in expanding its fiber broadband reach and customer base. Frontier, which is being acquired by Verizon, has con…
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What do 500,000+ LinkedIn posts reveal about the future of employee advocacy? In this special solo episode, DSMN8’s Lewis Gray unveils the findings from the World’s Biggest Employee Advocacy Study, the most comprehensive look yet at how employees build influence on LinkedIn. Outdated data has long held back the employee advocacy conversation. The W…
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In this latest issue of Building Broadband, we’re tracking new broadband deployments from Alaska Communications, BAM Broadband, Brightspeed, Dobson Fiber, Ripple Fiber, TDS and United Communications. About the Podcast In the Lightwave Broadband Pulse podcast, we address the key issues affecting the optical and broadband industry segments. Join us e…
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What happens when passion meets performance in women’s basketball? In this final episode of the Shoe-In Show Leadership Series, Moolah Kicks founder Natalie White shares her dynamic journey from college startup to game-changing footwear brand. Discover how she’s driving innovation, breaking barriers and scaling rapidly amid a surge in WNBA populari…
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In this episode of the Broadband Pulse podcast, we talked with Mike Slovin, Vice President and General Manager of Smart Solutions. Comcast Smart Solutions (CSS) helps cities to advise, help design, deploy, and support holistic smart technology ecosystems with a vetted and curated ecosystem of top smart technology collaborations to help create effic…
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In this latest Broadband Pulse broadband roundup, we are tracking new deployments from several providers, including: Brightspeed, Comcast, C Spire, Fastbridge, Fidium, Greenlight Networks, Lumos Networks and Omni Fiber. About the Podcast In the Lightwave Broadband Pulse podcast, we address the key issues affecting the optical and broadband industry…
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What happens when sneaker design meets Capitol Hill? In this episode of the Shoe-In Show, iconic Nike designer Wilson Smith III shares insider stories from "Sneaker Day" in Washington, D.C., reflects on his unexpected path from architect to footwear legend, and reveals how faith, art, and improvisation shaped his work with Michael Jordan. Don’t mis…
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In this new podcast, we talked with Dave Sumi, CEO of Airvine, about new wireless-based opportunities for enterprise campuses and multi-dwelling unit (MDUs). In this episode of the Broadband Pulse podcast, we talked with Dave Sumi, CEO of Airvine. Airvine, which has gained traction in the broadband market with its multi-Gigabit-speed wireless Ether…
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How do you take a struggling employee advocacy program with no budget, no tool, and little buy-in and turn it into huge ROI? Alex Her joins Lewis Gray and Emma Powney to share the full journey. Alex reveals the grassroots tactics that got people on board, from starting with a simple Slack channel to gamifying participation and celebrating wins comp…
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In this week's Broadband Pulse broadband roundup, we’re tracking new broadband deployments from a host of providers, including: Brightspeed Ezee Fiber Fidium Glo Fiber GoNetspeed IdeaTek RightFiber Surf Internet These providers are all expanding broadband in various communities through a mix of venture capital and state funding sources. About the P…
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How did cold calls and Harlem hustle lead to the top of Jordan Brand? In this Shoe-In Show Leadership Series episode, Kris Wright, VP of Jordan Footwear, shares his inspiring journey—from finding his first internship in the White Pages to leading one of the most iconic brands in the world. Hear how resilience, culture, and mentorship shaped his car…
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In this episode, we talked with two key cable industry veterans about emerging trends--Lou Borrelli, CEO of NCTC and Grant Spellmeyer, president and CEO of ACA Connects. Key Moments in This Episode Opening 0:06 Introduction of guests Lightwave Editor in Chief Sean Buckley introduces Broadband Pulse’s latest guests--Lou Borelli, CEO of NCTC and Gran…
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*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* Jim Tobojka is the Chief Operations Officer at TE Connectivity, a USD 16B industrial tech powerhouse whose products power everything from EVs to life-saving devices. We dived into Jim’s bold career path, from turning around plants at age 24 to scaling TE’s logistics network through a transformative initiative called Integ…
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The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the w…
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Choosing an employee advocacy platform? Don't get lost in the buzzwords. In this episode, Lewis Gray (Senior Marketing Manager at DSMN8) takes the mic solo to guide you through the entire RFP process for employee advocacy software. Whether you're launching a new program or replacing an outdated tool, this practical breakdown will help you avoid mis…
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In this latest issue of Building Broadband, we’re tracking new broadband deployments from several regional and national broadband players, including: Brightspeed lights up fiber broadband in five new rural Ohio counties Comcast connects over 1,200 Montgomery County, Indiana locations Dobson Fiber expands fiber internet to Kingston, Oklahoma Greenli…
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What drives innovation and resilience in today’s ever-changing footwear industry? In this episode of Shoe-In Show, Aldo Product Services President Jonathan Frankel shares his journey from the world of action sports to leading global footwear brands like Sperry. With decades of experience scaling brands through licensing, digital leadership, and str…
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What if your most reluctant employees could become LinkedIn advocates, without ever writing a post? In this episode of The Employee Advocacy & Influence Podcast, Sarah Clay, CEO of Sarah Clay Social, shares her practical strategies for getting employees, from introverts to executives, comfortable and confident on LinkedIn. Sarah has helped countles…
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*Hosted by Fei Yu* Manuel Wildberger leads European operations at Givaudan, a global flavor and fragrance giant with 7.4B Swiss Francs in sales and customers across 150 countries. I spoke with Manuel about how he manages a 800M Swiss Francs supply chain across seven plants and five countries while balancing hyper-customization, precision, and resil…
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What happens when a high school teacher and basketball coach becomes the CEO of a top running brand? In this episode of the Shoe-In Show Leadership Series powered by Ortholite, Dan Sheridan, CEO, Brooks Running shares how his background in coaching, commitment to team culture, and passion for innovation have shaped his 27-year journey in the footwe…
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If you ask Ezee Fiber’s CEO Matt Marino about his leadership style, he likens it to the nature of a football team: “I'm a big believer that the residential fiber business is the ultimate team sport.” As a 15-plus cable industry veteran, Marino brings plenty of customer service and network knowledge to the table. Before coming to Ezee Fiber in 2023,…
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What happens when your advocacy program secures C-suite buy-in, launches team by team, and leads with value? You 10X your brand reach in a year. In this episode, Lewis Gray and Elliot Elsley speak with Heather Wiita, Senior Brand and Social Media Manager at Salesloft, about how their employee advocacy program evolved from a pilot to a powerhouse. H…
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*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, we dive into one of the most consequential supply chain narratives of our time: how Apple became the single largest private contributor to China’s tech rise. Patrick McGee, a longtime Financial Times reporter and author of Apple in China, joins me to unravel the $55B-a-year investments, the Foxconn partne…
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A new TeleGeography report reveals that $3 billion worth of investment in submarine cable repair ships will be required to sustain current service levels and reduce repair delays for the undersea cables that carry global internet traffic. While there’s a surge in submarine cable infrastructure investment, maintenance and repair capabilities have la…
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In this episode of Shoe-In Show, Bryan Eshelman, Partner & Managing Director, AlixPartners unpacks the results of their latest survey—revealing how shifting consumer habits, earlier shopping timelines, and tariff pressures are reshaping the footwear market. Tune in as Bryan, Matt, and Andy discuss what parents are buying, when they’re shopping, and…
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The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the w…
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What happens when your employee advocates reach more people than your company's LinkedIn page? In this episode, Chris Sheen, Director of Social at Celonis, shares how they've scaled employee advocacy into a core pillar of their social strategy. With over 1,000 employees signed up, Celonis' program now delivers more reach and, in many cases, more re…
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1Finity, which houses Fujitsu’s optical and wireless operations, recently began operating under its new name and brand identity. As Fujitsu announced in April, 1Finity consolidates Fujitsu’s global network-related organizations under one entity, enabling what the company said will be greater autonomy and flexibility. 1Finity, which will operate as …
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What does it take to lead through disruption, stay grounded in values, and still move boldly forward? In this powerful episode of the Shoe-In Show Footwear Leadership Series powered by OrthoLite, Josue Solano, CEO, BBC International and Chairman of FDRA, shares his remarkable leadership journey from his early days at Payless to guiding global footw…
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Harmonic is well known in the cable industry as a key supplier of DOCSIS equipment. However, as the cable and telecom industry continues to expand its fiber reach, Harmonic has been taking a more active role in developing fiber-based broadband products. With many of its cable operator customers being in a transition phase, Harmonic is offering prod…
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In this latest issue of Building Broadband, we’re tracking new broadband deployments from several regional and national broadband players, including: Brightspeed connects 8,000 homes and businesses in Western Ohio Conterra Networks furthers XGS-PON path with Ciena's Open PON platform Fidium expands fiber to Gouldsboro, Winter Harbor, and Wiscasset …
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You’ve seen him in your LinkedIn feed, now hear how he got there. In this episode, we sit down with Tom Boston, Brand Growth Manager at MySalesCoach, to explore how one sales rep became one of the most recognizable faces in B2B sales. Tom shares his journey from cold calling to content creation, explaining how humor and relatability helped him conn…
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What does it really take to bring American-made footwear back to life? On this episode of the Shoe-In Show, we’re joined by Alan Guyan, Founder and CEO of Made Plus and former innovation leader at Under Armour, who’s turning heads across the industry. From 3D printing to sustainability to powerful storytelling, Alan breaks down the tools and tactic…
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