About this podcast
The Ivey Impact Podcast is the flagship series of Ivey Business School, one of Canada’s top institutions for business education. Tailored for modern leaders, each brief yet impactful episode brings the expertise and innovative thinking of Ivey’s globally recognized faculty to the forefront. The dynamic discussions tackle today’s most critical issues, from start-ups and sustainability to AI-integration, responsible leadership, and more. Released monthly, Ivey Impact Podcast is the source for leaders seeking exclusive insights and actionable ideas that ignite change.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 28 episodes
- What turns new technology into real transformation? · 32 min · Season 2 Episode 14Digital transformation often begins with optimism. A new technology promises exciting possibilities, a compelling business case wins support, and expectations for change run…
- Rethinking sustainable supply chains: Three myths businesses must consider · 36 min · Season 2 Episode 13Sustainability is rising to the top of boardroom and policy agendas around the world. But are the supply chains businesses rely on actually compatible with a sustainable future…
- Who's in the boardroom? Examining politics, expertise, and good governance · 29 min · Season 2 Episode 12Canada's government-owned corporations control assets worth billions of dollars and deliver essential services, from electricity to water, to millions of Canadians. But who is…
- Greenwashing, greenhushing, and the truth behind corporate environmental claims · 27 min · Season 2 Episode 11From sustainable packaging to net-zero pledges, environmental branding is everywhere. But how much of it is real? And how much falls under what experts call greenwashing, or…
- Is entrepreneurship really a level playing field? · 30 min · Season 2 Episode 10We often describe entrepreneurship as the great equalizer – a space where anyone, regardless of background, can succeed if they have a great idea. But is it really that simple?…
- What does disruption really demand of leaders? · 34 min · Season 2 Episode 9Disruption and innovation dominate today’s business conversations. But when the stakes include climate change and artificial intelligence, what do these ideas truly demand of…
- Allyship, power, and feeling seen at work · 29 min · Season 2 Episode 8Conversations about equity and inclusion are increasingly common in today’s workplaces. But allyship is often misunderstood and treated as a label rather than a set of ongoing…
- What will it take to secure Canada’s economic future? · 29 min · Season 2 Episode 7As Canada enters a pivotal year, economic uncertainty is rising. Trade tensions with the United States, the upcoming review of CUSMA, and persistent productivity challenges are…
- Are you prepared to lead in the modern world of work? · 30 min · Season 2 Episode 6We talk a lot about the “future of work,” but few leaders are prepared for just how radically work is changing beneath their feet. Today, creativity and critical thinking drive…
- How can businesses survive today's technological disruptions? · 31 min · Season 2 Episode 5Technological disruption has become the defining challenge for modern business. And perhaps no one understands this better than legacy firms. Too often, they’re cast as…
- When does “just joking” become workplace harassment? · 29 min · Season 2 Episode 4We like to think workplace harassment is a problem of the past – but the numbers tell a different story. In Canada, nearly half of women and almost a third of men report…
- How can Canada build big things? · 26 min · Season 2 Episode 3From railways to highways and power grids, Canada has a proud history of building big things. Yet in the last decade, progress has slowed substantially, with major projects…
- How do we price the value of nature? · 25 min · Season 2 Episode 2For centuries, business thrived by taking from the earth. But that profit has come at a cost: a biodiversity crisis threatening our future. In response, a new financial model is…
- What it takes to build an ethical business · 27 min · Season 2 Episode 1From financial fraud to environmental violations, stories of corporate misconduct are hitting the headlines with unsettling frequency. More troubling still, those are just the…
- Welcome to Season 2 of Dialogue with the Dean · 1 min · Season 2The Ivey Impact Podcast is back this September with Season 2 of Dialogue with the Dean! Join Ivey Business School Dean Julian Birkinshaw as he welcomes a new lineup of the…
- Smarter investing: Building your own philosophy for an uncertain world · 32 min · Season 1 Episode 12Volatile markets, political upheaval, and economic uncertainty have left even seasoned investors wondering how to respond. But is there really such a thing as a “perfect”…
- Degrees of change: Higher education’s role in a shifting world · 34 min · Season 1 Episode 11How can post-secondary institutions prepare students – and society – for a future defined by rapid technological shifts, geopolitical uncertainty, and unprecedented global…
- Impact Podcast | Powering the future: Striking Canada’s energy balance · 26 min · Season 1 Episode 10Planning for the future of clean energy involves balancing affordability, reliability, and sustainability - but can the global energy sector achieve ambitious climate change…
- How is bold EV policy driving progress on the road? · 30 min · Season 1 Episode 9Range-anxiety about electric vehicles is especially felt amongst North American consumers. Two key initiatives have the power to dispel Canadians’ hesitancy in going electric…
- Are nicknames good for business? · 26 min · Season 1 Episode 8Nicknames are everywhere—from “Beemer” and “Tarzhay” in the branding world, to quirky workplace monikers passed around the office. But while they often signal familiarity and…
