Below are our thoughts and observations on what it takes to compete in the connecting world. Contributors include our most senior leaders and special guests who are recognized as industry luminaries. If you like what you read, please contact us at info@cgsadvisors.com to speak to a member of our team or subscribe at the bottom of this page to receive the latest information from CGS Advisors.
Criss Cross the Desert (wsg Dr. Lara Ramdin)
LARA RAMDIN, Chief Innovation Officer at Dole, joins host Gregg Garrett to discuss the paths to careers in innovation. As a seasoned innovator in multiple industries, Lara also highlights how she has found a passion for tackling innovative solutions to battle food deserts. Of course, Lara speaks about her Top 3, including her former colleagues […]
The Multiplier Effect (wsg Steve Pockross) – EP 136
THE MULTIPLIER EFFECT | Steve Pockross, CEO of Verblio, joins host Gregg Garrett to discuss how the multiplier effect has allowed him to scale marketplace businesses. Steve also highlights the intersection between the future of marketing and the future of work. Of course, Steve speaks about his Top 3, including his executive coaches, Mark and […]
Why Fear Failure? – EP 135
WHY FEAR FAILURE? | Join Gregg Garrett, host and CGS Advisors CEO, during this solocast as he challenges listeners to question how they view failure and discusses how remaining in the fear of failure can prevent you and your business from innovating. Gregg also highlights how breaking free from fear and being a true leader […]
Placing Bets (wsg Chris Ball) – EP 134
PLACING BETS | Chris Ball, a multi-time CEO and serial entrepreneur, joins host Gregg Garrett to discuss how bravery is often enabled by having the right perspective. Of course, Chris speaks about his Top 3, including his competitor turned business partner who helped him to scale, his father who set a platform from a young […]
“How Labor and Tech are Accelerating Industry 4.0” panel event – presented by the CGS I4.0 Orchestration Collaborative
Watch the video above to hear from Jerry Foster, (Plex Systems), Shweta Kurvey-Mishra (Waste Management), Brent Roberts (Siemens), and Elise Neel (Verizon) as they share their key takeaways from the Labor & Technology insights report, “The Restructuring Labor Market Will Accelerate the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0).”
Purposeful Intimidation – EP 133
PURPOSEFUL INTIMIDATION | Join Gregg Garrett, host and CGS Advisors CEO, during this solocast as he challenges you to surround yourself with others who intimidate you. It takes bravery to tackle those intimidating and unknown moments and celebrate the rush that intimidation brings. About Gregg Garrett Greggory R. Garrett is the CEO and Managing Director […]
A Floral Disruptor (wsg Kalin Sheick) – EP 132
Kalin Sheick, owner of Sweetwater Floral, joins host Gregg Garrett to discuss the $57B floral industry and how she breaks all the rules of the industry. Kalin highlights how she brings her knowledge from the media and entertainment industry to florals. Of course, Kalin speaks about her Top 3, including her husband, Matt, who has […]
Guided Journeys (wsg Scott Schoeneberger) – EP 131
Guided Journeys | Scott Schoeneberger, Managing Partner of Bluewater Technologies Group, joins host Gregg Garrett to discuss his guided journey through his multi-faceted events and technology integration business. Of course, Scott speaks about his Top 3, including his parents and uncle who encouraged different world views, perspectives, and a sense of innovative thinking, his first […]
Understanding Yourself (wsg Michael McFall) – EP 130
Understanding Yourself | Michael McFall, Co-CEO of Biggby Coffee, joins host Gregg Garrett to discuss the importance of knowing thyself and understanding your purpose in order to leave a legacy. Of course, Mike speaks about his Top 3, which range from Bob Fish, his business partner, who holds him accountable, to his mother, who created […]
Finding the Potential in Your Network (wsg Lisa Katz) – EP 129
Finding the Potential in Your Network | Lisa Katz, Senior Program Officer for Economic Vitality & Entrepreneurship at the William Davidson Foundation, joins host Gregg Garrett to discuss her storied career in public policy across many communities. Lisa speaks about her Top 3, including Mary Lynn Noah, who hired Lisa for her first job as […]