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 Americas00:42 - How Barri became CEO01:56 - What Morrow Sodali does02:57 - A day in the life of a CEO04:11 - Prioritizing tasks and self-leadership05:27 - The role of empathy in leadership06:42 - Barri's reading recommendations07:50 - Adapting to AI in business09:27 - Hybrid vs. in-person work post-pandemic10:44 - Defining company culture12:22 - The politics of ESG and DEI14:24 - The importance of equity in DEI18:00 - Leaders Barri admires20:48 - The role of empathy in leadership23:12 - The CEO's role in understanding the macro environment25:30 - Barri's thoughts on the current economy27:20 - 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

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