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Matthew Wenger’s entrepreneurial story can be traced back to the age of just 8 years old, and from that point, Matt’s journey culminates in his current role spearheading the renewable energy transition.
Matthew Wenger's early entrepreneurial spiritLessons learned through music, theatre, and early business venturesThe importance of building engaged and aligned teams, like you would assemble a cast or a musical ensembleRelevate Power's mission to revitalize rural communities through renewable energyThe challenges of finding the right investors and navigating the complexities of the hydroelectric industry
He’s Harvard-educated, musically gifted, and a fantastic CEO of Relevate Power, so join us for this episode of Pivot Points to discover the moments that shaped his path to leadership, and the vision of a cleaner future for energy.
Key takeaways from this episode:Matthew Wenger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattwenger/
Relevate Power: https://www.linkedin.com/company/relevatepower/
https://www.relevatepower.com/Connect with Dave Allen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveallenbrandpie/
Learn more about Brandpie: https://www.brandpie.com/
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This week’s podcast guest is one whose biggest pivot was finding a way for businesses to better fulfil their potential, but shifting from the corporate world to academia - Griffith University’s, Nick Barter.
Nick talks Dave through the need for narrative and purpose beyond profit, bringing emotion into decision-making, and why your demography is your destiny.
This episode covers:
Professor Nick Barter's career journey from business to academia, driven by his desire for long-term value creationThe importance of an organisation's narrative and purpose beyond pure profitIncorporating emotional and purpose-driven decision-making in business, and where it often competes with more technical solutionsGenerational changes in decision-making based on our growing need for long-term sustainabilityNick Barter
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-barter-a50775/Griffith University
https://www.linkedin.com/school/griffith-university/Connect with Dave Allen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveallenbrandpie/
Learn more about Brandpie: https://www.brandpie.com/
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When you’re driven by a personal purpose, as Paul Donovan has been, then the focus that you pour into a business becomes so much more powerful.
Now in what he describes as his ‘third career’, Paul’s philanthropic endeavours give him the drive to change lives - one such endeavour being The Artis Foundation, of which he’s a Patron.
Paul’s illustrious career is studded with fascinating stories of turning around companies and finding his own mission, particularly through his prior CEO roles at ODEON, Arqiva and Eircom.
His is a journey well-worth exploring, as he joins Brandpie Founder Dave Allen for episode 3 of Pivot Points.
Key takeaways from this episode:
Paul’s self-described ‘third career’ proving the power of personal pivots in writing your storyShift from a "me" to a "we" mindset in approaching leadershipThe power of mentorship, with advice for young professionals on proactively seeking out experienced guidesThe inspiring story of how Paul led the turnaround of Odeon Cinemas, revitalising the company's culture and customer experiencePaul's passion for philanthropy and his current mission to revolutionise primary educationPaul Donovan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-donovan-643136/
Connect with Dave Allen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveallenbrandpie/
Learn more about Brandpie: https://www.brandpie.com/
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When you take on leadership in a new business, the people you rely on might not be sitting in the same places you’re used to.
Learning to handle cultural shifts between firmsHow to handle the emotional spectrum that comes with new rolesMaking ‘big dog’ vs ‘small dog’ decisionsFusing technology with the human side of businessFinding change advocates and allowing for naysayers
Our latest Pivot Points Podcast guest is Baker Tilly International’s CEO, Francesca Lagerberg - a leader whose experience with handling changes within a firm is equally as shrewd as with personal change.
Francesca joins Brandpie’s Founder, Dave Allen, to discuss the fusion of tech with humanity, the role of joy in being an effective leader, embracing cultural shifts, and how you find your advocates in the midst of a change programme.
Key takeaways from this episode:Francesca Lagerberg
https://www.linkedin.com/in/francescalagerberg/
Baker Tilly International
https://www.linkedin.com/company/baker-tilly-international/
https://www.bakertilly.global/Connect with Dave Allen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveallenbrandpie/
Learn more about Brandpie: https://www.brandpie.com/
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There are few jobs cooler than Chief Executive of the Royal Albert Hall, but with that comes a responsibility to uphold its culture, legacy, and long-term vision.
James’ perfect balance of business and creativity serving him throughout his careerThe Royal Albert Hall’s ability to make its team feel at homeWhy you should derive genius from the best of those around youThe Royal Albert Hall’s long-term view, and its aim of making the world a better placePassion being an irreplaceable, core quality in leadership
That tall order has been a responsibility and a pleasure for James Ainscough, being a part of the Royal Albert Hall for over a decade. The fascinating pivotal moments he shares with us in this week’s podcast come from both his journey, and that of the hall itself...
Join us as we break down James’ golden balance of creativity and business savvy, his total devotion to collaboration, and why passion is the first step to great leadership.
Key takeaways from this episode:James Ainscough
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesainscough/
Royal Albert Hall
https://www.royalalberthall.com/
https://www.instagram.com/royalalberthall/Connect with Dave Allen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveallenbrandpie/
Learn more about Brandpie: https://www.brandpie.com/
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Hello and welcome to Pivot Points.
The podcast that delves deep into the expertise of visionary leaders who’ve successfully taken their business, through a complex pivotal moment to unlock growth.
We’ll share with you how CEOs handle these critical inflection points, from leadership changes, mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures to jumping an ‘S’ Curve or making a category pivot to drive future success.
Pivot Points is for C-Suite executives and anyone aspiring to leadership who want to learn how the emotional levers of change – purpose, brand and culture – are critical to successfully navigating a pivotal moment.
I’m Dave Allen, Founder and CEO at Brandpie.
With over 30 years experience in business I’ve had the privilege of working with some world class leaders. From AstraZeneca, BP, Capgemini, EY, SLB, Vodafone and The Royal Albert Hall, to name a few.
Successfully working through a pivotal moment for your business requires great leadership, coupled with clarity of purpose, ambition and strategy. Pivot points will aim to go deep on these topics to help you understand how great leaders excite people to drive change to create and build long term value – for their company, their people, their shareholders and for society.
Pivot Points will be releasing new podcast episodes every month(?) so make sure you follow on your favourite platform for the latest update.
Join us to discover how CEOs build their business and their brand at pivotal business moments.
Connect with Dave Allen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveallenbrandpie/
Learn more about Brandpie: https://www.brandpie.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/brandpie/
