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Leaders with Francine Lacqua
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What makes a leader successful? Learn from people at the top. Join Bloomberg Television award-winning anchor and editor-at-large Francine Lacqua as she speaks with CEOs and other industry leaders to discover what drives them, their definition of success and how they are shaping their companies amid a fast-changing world. Publishes every other Monday.
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Preview: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on Crisis Leadership and Public Trust
Yesterday00:02:53Summary readyIn next week's episode, host Francine Lacqua speaks with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva. Here's a preview of that conversation where Georgieva reflects on the difficult balance between economic reform and public trust, why protecting the most vulnerable is essential during crises, and how leaders can build a shared sense of sacrifice and responsibility in turbulent times.Be sure to subscribe to catch the full episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Rolls-Royce CEO Tufan Erginbilgiç Shares His Turnaround Playbook
1w ago00:24:24Summary readyHow do you turn around a struggling industrial giant? On this episode of Leaders With Francine Lacqua, Rolls-Royce CEO Tufan Erginbilgiç explains the decisions, mindset shifts and leadership principles behind the UK enginemaker’s comeback — and why he believes British businesses must be willing to challenge old habits to stay competitive.Watch the interview:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe4PRejZgr0PAxeoWOBGj6M7GXhXQmdn6 Check out more Leaders interviews: http://bloomberg.com/leaderswithlacquaRead more on management and work: https://www.bloomberg.com/management-workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryPreview: Rolls-Royce CEO Tufan Erginbilgiç on Transforming a British icon
2w ago00:02:00Summary readyIn next week's episode, host Francine Lacqua speaks with Rolls-Royce CEO Tufan Erginbilgiç. Here's a preview of that conversation, in which he reflects on the responsibility of restoring one of Britain’s most important industrial brands, arguing that Rolls-Royce’s turnaround shows other UK companies the importance of fixing broken business models, rejecting mediocrity and empowering employees with a clear sense of purpose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Blackstone's Jon Gray on Building a $1.3 Trillion Wall Street Giant
3w ago00:24:50Summary readyWhat does it take to lead through a near-disaster and turn it into a $14 billion win? In this episode, Blackstone President and Chief Operating Officer Jon Gray shares lessons from the financial crisis, revealing why staying calm, backing the right businesses and building trust can make or break a leader. He also opens up about shaping culture, retaining top talent and leading with humanity—offering a rare inside look at how one of the world’s biggest investment firms navigates uncertainty.Watch the interview: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe4PRejZgr0PAxeoWOBGj6M7GXhXQmdn6Read more on management and work: https://www.bloomberg.com/management-workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryPreview: Blackstone's Jon Gray on the Moment His Career Could Have Ended
4w ago00:03:14Summary readyIn next week's episode, host Francine Lacqua speaks with Jon Gray, president and chief operating officer of Blackstone Group. Here's a preview of that conversation, in which he talks about leading Blackstone's leveraged buyout of Hilton Hotels, which after a difficult road became the most profitable private equity real estate deal ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Shell Boss Wael Sawan on Tough Calls, Regret and Leading Through Uncertainty
Apr 1300:24:31Summary readyShell Chief Executive Officer Wael Sawan joins Francine Lacqua to discuss the oil major's controversial strategy around the energy transition, and fostering a culture that shifts from “all-knowing” to “all-learning.” He reflects on navigating volatility in the global energy system, emphasizing disciplined decision-making and focusing on what leaders can influence going forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryPreview: Shell CEO Wael Sawan on 'Peak Oil Demand'
Apr 600:02:25Summary readyIn next week's episode, host Francine Lacqua speaks with Wael Sawan, chief executive of oil giant Shell. Here's a preview of that conversation where he shares his outlook for global energy demand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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‘I Was Ruthless About Killing Complexity’: HSBC CEO on Rewiring the Bank
Mar 3000:24:00Summary readyHSBC CEO Georges Elhedery joins Francine Lacqua to explain why he is “ruthless about killing complexity” as he pushes through an AI-fuelled overhaul of one of the world’s biggest banks. He reflects on leadership, integrity and cultural fluency, and shares how HSBC is adapting to geopolitical tensions, shifting trade routes and the rapid rise of generative AI.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryPreview: Georges Elhedery on HSBC’s AI-Powered Reset
Mar 2300:02:55Summary readyIn next week's episode, host Francine Lacqua speaks with Georges Elhedery, chief executive of banking giant HSBC. Here's a preview of that conversation where he talks about why the use of artificial intelligence at the bank is not optional.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Melinda French Gates on Leading With Integrity
Mar 1600:24:40Summary readyHaving navigated some of life’s most defining transitions, Melinda French Gates reflects on the choices that set her path—from Microsoft executive to philanthropist and now founder of Pivotal. She shares how values-based leadership, resilience and the courage to embrace “the next day” have guided her through change, power and public scrutiny.Watch this interview: http://bloomberg.com/leaderswithlacquaRead more from Bloomberg on management and work: https://www.bloomberg.com/management-workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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