The first black female CEO of one of the largest privately-funded global non-profits discusses the experiences that helped her learn how to be a better advocate for others. These experiences range from a father who served in the NAACP tackling civil rights in 1960s South Carolina, to her own life journey serving as a trial lawyer, a Baptist minister and in the military during Operation Desert Storm. Angela Williams will explain what she’s learned about partnering and rallying others for a cause - and what every leader must know about engaging others and getting your point across. Related article: Great leaders ask these 4 questions: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/10/leadership-advocacy-mobilization-relies-on-understanding/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The digital transformation is shifting more than technology - it’s changing the skills workers will need, the mindsets required to tackle big challenges, and the nature of business itself. Roland Busch, Siemens CEO, shares how tech is reshaping Siemens and how reskilling will evolve, and how managers especially will need to empower teams for the changes ahead. He shares why more decisions should happen near the bottoms of organizations (to compete in a fast-changing world), the corners leaders will be tempted to cut for short-term gains in tough quarters (but shouldn't) and the ingredient that's critical for building agile and accountable teams. He also shares the skills he depends on most after 30 years at the company, including how his PhD in physics shaped his approach to problem-solving, and a key turning point that changed how he delegates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sourcing and scaling viable innovations to decarbonize ‘hard-to-abate’ sectors like mining and aviation will be critical to the success of the Sustainable Development Goals. How can we leverage cutting-edge technologies and adopt novel strategies to accelerate the race to net-zero in these sectors?This is the full audio from a panel discussion at the Sustainable Development Impact Meetings 2023 held September 20. Speakers: Vivek Salgaocar, Director and Co-Founder, Vimson Group; Shahrukh Shamim, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, EnviCore; Emanuela Orsini, Digital Content Specialist, World Economic Forum Geneva, Benedikt Sobotka, Chief Executive Officer, Eurasian Resources Group Sàrl; Annie Hills, Senior Adviser on Innovation to the Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, US Department of StateWatch the session here:https://www.weforum.org/events/sustainable-development-impact-meetings-2023/sessions/innovation-for-tough-to-decarbonize-industriesAbout the Sustainable Development Impact Meetings: https://www.weforum.org/events/sustainable-development-impact-meetings-2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gender parity has recovered to pre-pandemic levels globally, but the pace of change is stagnating. It will take an estimated 131 years to reach full parity at the current trajectory.How can we boost women’s economic participation and political empowerment and achieve gender parity at all levels of society?This is the full audio from a panel discussion at the Sustainable Development Impact Meetings 2023 held September 20. Speakers:Keir Simmons, Chief International Correspondent, NBC NewsThierry Déau, Chief Executive Officer, MeridiamReshma Saujani, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Moms FirstRandall Tucker, Chief Inclusion Officer, Mastercard International IncorporatedClare Akamanzi, Chief Executive Officer, Rwanda Development Board (RDB)Watch the session here: https://www.weforum.org/events/sustainable-development-impact-meetings-2023/sessions/accelerating-progress-on-gender-parityAbout the Sustainable Development Impact Meetings: https://www.weforum.org/events/sustainable-development-impact-meetings-2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Small and medium agricultural enterprises (agri-SMEs) are Africa’s largest employer and economic engine—and the key to transforming food systems and improving food security for the continent. Yet three out of four agri-SMEs can’t access formal bank financing, and are too large for microfinance, creating an estimated $100 billion gap in unmet demand for financing.How can donor governments, development finance institutions, African governments, and the private sector catalyze action to strengthen food value chains in Africa through innovative financing, and better support small and medium agricultural enterprises?The event is co-hosted with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Royal Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.This special Leadership Panel on strengthening food value chains was held September 18, 2023 at the World Economic Forum's New York headquarters.-Speakers: William Samoei Ruto, President of Kenya, Office of the President of Kenya; Scott Nathan, Chief Executive Officer, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation; Samantha Power, Administrator, US Agency for International Development (USAID); Rebecca Enonchong, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, AppsTech;Janet L. Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, US Department of the Treasury; Jacqueline Novogratz, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Acumen; Børge Brende, President, World Economic Forum Geneva; Anne Beathe Tvinnereim, Minister of International Development, Norway Government; Akinwumi Ayodeji Adesina, President, African Development Bank (AfDB).Watch the session here: https://www.weforum.org/events/sustainable-development-impact-meetings-2023/sessions/leadership-panel-bridging-the-gap-financing-africas-agricultural-growthAbout the Sustainable Development Impact Meetings: https://www.weforum.org/events/sustainable-development-impact-meetings-2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Speaking to the media during COVID drove home to epidemiologist Prativa Baral the need for clear science communication training so experts can build trust with the public and be understood. Her experience led her to found Let Science Connect, a social enterprise that trains scientists and technical experts how to speak without jargon and connect more effectively with audiences. She shares the frameworks and tips that can help anyone get their message heard.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With growing social polarisation and a lack of trust in the fairness of economic systems, progress on more efficient global taxation mechanisms, such as the OECD's global corporate tax deal, is becoming essential.How can we address the tax challenges raised by digitalisation and ensure a fairer redistribution of tax revenues across countries?This is the full audio of the session at the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting 2023.Speakers:Joumanna Bercetche, Anchor, CNBC (moderator)Zainab Shamsuna Ahmed, Nigerian Minister of FinanceMathias Cormann, Secretary-General, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)Gabriel Zucman, Director, EU Tax ObservatoryFaisal Alibrahim, Saudi Minister of Economy and PlanningWatch this session:https://www.weforum.org/events/world-economic-forum-annual-meeting-2023/sessions/is-global-tax-reform-stallingSubscribeSubscribe on any platform: https://pod.link/1574956552Join the World Economic Forum Podcast ClubFollow all the action from the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting 2023 at wef.ch/wef23 and across social media using the hashtag #WEF23. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ezgi Barcenas, the CSO of beverage giant Anheuser-Busch InBev, explains how holacratic methods that swap rigid protocol for empowered, cross-functional teams can give organizations the flexibility they'll need to adapt to new sustainability challenges and spur the swift action needed to tackle climate change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.