Sandy on Talent - Insights and Strategies for Leadership Excellence and Talent Optimization
Episodes
036: The Art of the Turnaround: How Jan Zijderveld Transformed Unilever Europe and Saved Avon Products - Part 1
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In part one of this two-part episode of Sandy on Talent, Sandy sits down with Jan Zijderveld, a rare breed of truly global executive who built an extr...
035: Humility, Curiosity & the Click: What Makes a Great CEO with Shlomo Yanai
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to lead at the highest levels — in war, in business, and beyond? In this episode, Sandy sits down with Shlomo Yanai, a man who has...
034: REPLAY: Crafting Collegiate Coaching Success and Building Future MLB Stars with Tracy Smith
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could transform a personal setback into an extraordinary career in collegiate sports? Tracy Smith, the head baseball coach at the Universi...
033: From Chariots of Fire to the House of Lords: Lord David Puttnam on Leadership, Purpose, and Creative Excellence
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sandy sits down with Lord David Puttnam—Academy Award–winning producer of Chariots of Fire, The Killing Fields, and The Mission—...
032: Why Power, Not Just Strength, Is the Future of Human Performance with Sam Miller
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Sandy on Talent, Sandy sits down with Sam Miller, founder and Chief Product and Technology Officer of Proteus Motion, to explore wh...
031: What Elite Athletes Teach Us About Long-Term Performance with Matt LaPorta
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Sandy on Talent, Sandy is joined by Matt LaPorta — former Major League Baseball player, Olympic bronze medalist, and partner at T...
030: REPLAY: From DJ to McKinsey: Chris Gagnon's Journey of Leadership, Mentorship, and Transformation
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an engaging conversation with the dynamic Chris Gagnon, CEO of CURVE Test Centers, a Senior Partner at CEO.works, and ex McKinsey alum, wh...
029: Why Transformations Fail: Jim Hirshorn on Talent, Work, and Role Fit
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sandy sits down with longtime friend, the Co-Founder and Chairman of Onyx Canyon Partners, Jim Hirshorn for a wide-ranging conversati...
028: Impossible Roles, Real Results: Leadership Lessons from Mike Zafirovski
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sandy sits down with Mike Zafirovski, founder and chairman of The Zaf Group (TZG), to explore a remarkable leadership journey that sp...
027: The Power of Curiosity, Coaching, and Click: Alisa Cohn on Leadership That Lasts
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this wide-ranging and deeply personal episode of Sandy on Talent, Sandy Ogg sits down with world-renowned executive coach Alisa Cohn to explore the...
026: Unleashing Potential: Harish Manwani's Leadership Journey from Unilever to Private Equity
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Global business leader Harish Manwani shares his incredible journey from a management trainee to Unilever's Chief Operating Officer, revealing his pas...
025: When Conversations Get Hard: How to Achieve Skillful Communication Under Pressure with Molly Tschang
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Tschang—the mastermind behind Say it Skillfully and Abella Consulting—shares her journey in guiding executives through complex changes and f...
024: From Boardrooms to Startups: Ruxandra Tentis on Reinvention, Resilience, and Innovation
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the bustling boardrooms of McKinsey to the innovative frontiers of entrepreneurship, Ruxandra Tentis CEO of YELO software, shares an extraordinar...
023: Strategic Leadership and Growth: Insights from John Chiminski's Remarkable Career in Life Sciences
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Chiminski, a trailblazer in the life sciences industry and former CEO of Catalent, joins us for a fascinating conversation about his career and v...
022: From Refugee to Entrepreneur: Dr. Neri Karra Sillaman on Resilience, Innovation, and Finding Your Click
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Neri Karra Sillaman shares her incredible life's story from a refugee fleeing communist Bulgaria to a celebrated entrepreneur and academic. Her st...
021: Purpose-Driven Leadership: Brent Richard's Journey from Athlete to Visionary CEO
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
IMG Academy CEO Brent Richard unveils his extraordinary journey as he transforms the student-athlete-focused institution into a global powerhouse in y...
020: Reinventing Leadership: From Motorola's Legacy to Real Estate Innovation with Chris Galvin
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Galvin, the former chairman and CEO of Motorola, joins Sandy for an enlightening conversation that spans technology and real estate investing. H...
019: Accelerating Change: Leadership Secrets for Organizational Transformation with Stuart Udell and Matt Scattarella
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stuart Udell, CEO of Prometric, steps into the spotlight as he shares the secrets behind transforming organizations with urgency and precision. Alongs...
018: Designing a Life You Love: Ayse Birsel on Creativity, Courage, and Intentional Choices
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Sandy for a captivating discussion with Ayse Birsel, an internationally acclaimed designer whose story weaves a narrative of creativity and coura...
017: Unleashing Talent and Innovation: Marshall Goldsmith's Story on Executive Coaching and AI
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a transformative journey with Marshall Goldsmith, a beacon in leadership thinking and executive coaching. Marshall's story is one of resilie...
016: The Remarkable Path of Simon Freakley: Leadership, Mentorship, and the Power of Purpose
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Simon Freakley, executive chairman of AlixPartners, shares his extraordinary rise—from growing up in a caravan to leading some of the most significa...
015: Leading with Integrity: Nikki Eatchel's Journey in Ethical Assessment and AI Innovation
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nikki Eatchel, the Chief Assessment Officer at Prometric, shares her 30-year journey through the evolving landscape of the assessment industry, reveal...
014: From Olympic Glory to Sports Broadcasting: Michele Smith's Journey of Resilience and Reinvention
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Legendary softball athlete Michele Smith shares her remarkable journey from a late-blooming pitcher to an Olympic gold medalist. Despite facing a care...
013: Trailblazing Leadership: Coach Carol Hutchins on Building a Legacy in Women's Sports
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Legendary coach Carol Hutchins, affectionately known as Hutch, graces us with her presence and insights in this enlightening episode. As the winninges...
012: Unlocking Elite Performance: The Remarkable Journey of Scott Peltin, Co-Founder and Chief Catalyst at Tignum
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Peltin, a pioneering force in the world of leadership innovation and elite performance coaching, joins Sandy to share his compelling journey fro...
011: Helen Wyatt on Owning Your Story, Empowering People, and Shaping Culture
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Helen Wyatt, a talent expert with over 25 years of HR leadership experience, shares her remarkable journey through the corridors of renowned organizat...
010: Transforming HR: Leadership Insights and Personal Fulfillment with Hein J.M. Knaapen
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Hein J.M. Knaapen, a veteran HR leader whose four-decade-long career spans giants like Unilever, KPN, an...
009: Transformative Journeys in Private Equity: Jean Salata's Path to Leadership and Impact
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jean Salata, chairman of EQT Asia, shares his extraordinary journey in the world of private equity, offering invaluable insights into his career and p...
008: Building Champions: Erik Bakich on Leadership, Talent, and Turnarounds
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Erik Bakich, the dynamic head baseball coach at Clemson University, joins us to share an inspiring journey rooted in passion, leadership, and resilien...
007: Transforming Global Education: Leadership Insights with Nord Anglia CEO Andrew Fitzmaurice
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the world of international education with Andrew Fitzmaurice, the dynamic CEO of Nord Anglia Education, whose strategic vision has taken the...
006: Leadership, Legacy, and Lifelong Lessons with Dr. Sam Shriver
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fifty years ago, two young men crossed paths at the Coast Guard Academy, setting the stage for a lifelong journey in leadership and personal growth. T...
005: Crafting Collegiate Coaching Success and Building Future MLB Stars with Tracy Smith
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could transform a personal setback into an extraordinary career in collegiate sports? Tracy Smith, the head baseball coach at the Universi...
004: From DJ to McKinsey: Chris Gagnon's Journey of Leadership, Mentorship, and Transformation
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an engaging conversation with the dynamic Chris Gagnon, CEO of CURVE Test Centers, a Senior Partner at CEO.works, and ex McKinsey alum, wh...
003: The Click: Unlocking Your Full Potential in the Workplace
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if there was a moment when everything in your job just clicked into place, and you knew you were exactly where you were meant to be? In this epis...
002: Mastering the Art of Job Alignment
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Transform your professional life and find a role that aligns perfectly with your unique talents. Let Sandy walk you through the journey of understandi...
001: Nurturing Future Leaders: The Impact of Youth Sports
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if your childhood passion could shape your entire career? In this episode of Sandy on Talent, I'll take you on a journey from my early days fuele...
Welcome to Sandy on Talent!
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Think about the worst job you've ever had. What made it so? How did you feel about yourself and your abilities while you were stuck in that awful posi...