Randa Stephan on Leading with Heart and High Standards

Claude Silver Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX

Claude Silver  is the Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX (formerly VaynerMedia), a role she has held since May 2014, serving as the second-in-command to CEO Gary Vaynerchuk.  She is recognized as the world’s first person to hold this title, a position created to infuse empathy and human-centric processes into the organization’s culture, distinct from traditional HR function. we sit down to Catch up with her on our most recent episode of She Runs It Unscripted!

From Neurobiology to CMO: Katie Williams' Unconventional Fearless Journey

Katie Williams, CMO of Smuckers, shares her remarkable career journey from neurobiology to marketing leadership. Discover her strategies for embracing discomfort, building fearless resilience, and leading with purpose in a family-owned business. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Katie Williams and Her Journey 02:54 Transition from Science to Marketing 05:59 Diverse Career Experiences and Their Impact 10:01 Embracing Fearlessness and Discomfort 19:53 The Importance of Listening in Leadership 24:57 Reflections on Growth

Innovating Media: Insights from Joy Robbins, NYT Global Chief Advertising Officer

Joy Robbins, the Global Chief Advertising Officer of the New York Times, shares her journey from North Jersey to leading one of the world's most influential media brands. Discover her insights on leadership, innovation in media, and the importance of authenticity and mentorship.

Randa Stephan on Leading with Heart and High Standards

Lynn Branigan sits down with Randa Stephan, Global Chief Brand & Corporate Strategy Officer at Burson, for an unfiltered conversation that moves from career beginnings to leadership in the middle of industry transformation. Randa shares how being a middle child shaped her EQ, why family and health come first (with a loving nod to carbs), and what it means to lead with “high standards and heart.” She also offers real-world advice on navigating change, especially the importance of exploring early-career options and never burning bridges in a tightly connected industry.

Jill Kelly on She Runs It The Podcast

The one, the only, Jill Kelly.