About this podcast
Welcome to “Strategy for Breakfast” the podcast that dives into the heart of strategies making people and organizations successful.
Join us as we explore the mindsets, teachings, and innovations propelling individuals and businesses to thrive in today’s ever-evolving landscape. Each episode features in-depth conversations with industry experts and visionary leaders who share their insights on what it takes to build a framework that stands the test of time.
From mastering the art of leadership, to leveraging AI for better business outcomes, we uncover the secrets behind successful enterprises. But at the core of every discussion is the understanding that culture isn’t just an element of success—it’s the foundation. As the saying goes, “culture eats strategy for breakfast”.
Each episode contains powerful and practical insights to help you or your organization grow, with lessons collected from the C-level, VP and senior director level leaders – providing you with the intelligence your company needs to make better decisions.
Strategy for Breakfast provides the perfect start to your day: insights from inside some of the world’s leading organizations and experts.
GDS Group is a global events, research and technology services company dedicated to helping our clients meet the challenges posed by a fast-moving, disruptive business environment.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 106 episodes
- The Importance of Self Awareness When Creating a Culture · 5 min · Season 5 Episode 20We are joined by Tom Stone and Pamela Uddin to discuss their own journey as managing partners of RE:ACT Marketing, but also how they navigate the challenges, success and their…
- Don’t Be AI-Obsessed; Be AI-Enabled! · 10 min · Season 5 Episode 19Listen in on any business conversation today, and you can pretty much bet that “AI” comes up within five minutes. Seriously. Set your timer! With all the bot-talk, it’s…
- What Has AI Done to Our Cybersecurity? · 11 min · Season 5 Episode 18It seems like everyone—in the consumer and corporate world—is pushing out AI models and products these days. The question is: what has this done to our cybersecurity? Does AI…
- How to Lead with Empathy and Connection · 10 min · Season 5 Episode 17Keeping employees motivated and engaged isn’t about bigger paychecks—it’s about deeper connections. Dominic Miserandino, CEO of Retail Tech Media Nexus, joins us to share why…
- What Happened When the Kiss Cam Put the Spotlight on HR · 11 min · Season 5 Episode 16The viral Coldplay kiss cam scandal threw the role of CPO, or Chief People Officer—and HR at large—into the spotlight. Our guest is an expert on organizational culture and talks…
- Best Practices for Leading Transformation: The Why, What and How · 4 min · Season 5 Episode 15Episode description An in-depth discussion with Roberta Passerini, Global Marketing Transformation Leader, exploring strategies that can lead to cultural shifts, picking over…
- Leverage the Power of Timing: Leading Teams with Rhythm, Not Rigidity · 4 min · Season 5 Episode 14Episode Description Understanding when people do their best work—whether early in the morning or later in the day—can dramatically improve team efficiency and morale. NYT…
- How AI is Helping AND Complicating Hiring & Talent Development · 9 min · Season 5 Episode 13Episode Description: There’s no denying it: AI and tech are changing HR. Where is AI helping, and what are the problems with everyone using AI to apply for roles? Our guest is…
- How Culture is Behind Innovation · 6 min · Season 5 Episode 12Episode Description What if culture wasn’t just an HR buzzword—but the engine behind real innovation, trust, and business growth? In this episode of Strategy for Breakfast…
- How to Evolve Your Brand Without Losing Your Authenticity · 4 min · Season 5 Episode 11Episode Description We’re joined by Kae Neskovic, Executive Creative Director at Superside, for a candid conversation on what it really takes to evolve your brand without losing…
- Commodities, Tariffs, and The Future of AI in Agriculture · 7 min · Season 5 Episode 10Episode Description In this episode, we dive into the forces shaping global supply chains, from commodity headwinds and tailwinds to surprising economic substitutes like…
- What is Agentic AI? And How Will Business Benefit? · 9 min · Season 5 Episode 10Episode Description Does it feel like you've just wrapped your head around Generative AI, when you start hearing about Agentic AI everywhere? AI is evolving and it's high time…
- How to Win (and Keep) Consumer Attention · 7 min · Season 5 Episode 9Episode Description In today’s oversaturated media landscape, capturing audience attention is only half the battle—what brands really want is action. So how do you move beyond…
- The Challenge of Building and Sustaining Excellence: Part 2 · 5 min · Season 5 Episode 8Episode description Exploring how organizations build operational excellence and create a sustainable culture; that idea of embedding it into everyday life at an organization…
- The Challenge of Building and Sustaining Excellence: Part 1 · 5 min · Season 5 Episode 7Episode description Exploring how organizations build operational excellence and create a sustainable culture; that idea of embedding it into everyday life at an organization…
- How Can Leaders Turn Accessibility Into a Competitive Advantage? · 7 min · Season 5 Episode 6Episode description How can organizations ensure every consumer has what they need to thrive in the digital world, no matter who they are? This week, we’re joined by Jack…
- Win Market Share by Doing the Right Thing: How Brand Values Build Business · 19 min · Season 5 Episode 5Sustainability, wellness, inclusion. The corporate values important to your business can also help you win market share. If you tell the story in the right way. Our guest is a…
- DeepSeek, Shadow AI, and the Future of Data Privacy: What You Need to Know · 20 min · Season 5 Episode 4Episode Description: AI is evolving faster than ever, and DeepSeek just sent shockwaves through the industry. In this episode of Strategy for Breakfast, Amanda Brilhante, and…
- Who Owns AI? Navigating Responsibility, Ethics, and Strategy in Business · 22 min · Season 5 Episode 3Episode Description: Who is truly responsible for AI within your organization? Are they equipped to navigate its ethical challenges while maximizing its value? In this episode…
- Trust & Transparency: How AI is Used in Government · 24 min · Season 5 Episode 2Episode Description: Is AI going to be a large part of state government and public services? In this episode of Strategy for Breakfast, Amanda Brilhante speaks with Vincent…







