The C-Suite Spot

Leeza Hoyt: Do you really have it under control? Lessons from the front line

In this episode we talk to California-based strategic communications expert Leeza Hoyt. Having worked on a wide range of issues – from the heart-breaking impacts of shootings, to helping corporates navigate some gnarly mishaps – we delve into some of the lessons she’s learnt over the years. We talk about the answers to questions including: * Is there a common thread in managing far-ranging issues? * How to stay calm…or, help clients to retain some sense of calm in the storm? * What role does media training play in times of crisis? * What can Leaders and Boards do to ensure their risk mitigation strategy is ready to roll at a moments’ notice? We hope you enjoy this chat with Leeza Hoyt, Laura Air and Emily Svadlenak! Make sure to like, rate and subscribe to the c-Suite Spot to stay up-to-date with all our episodes. About our guest: Leeza Hoyt Leeza Hoyt is founder and CEO of The Hoyt Organisation, which she established in 1996. Based in California, Leeza and her team are sought after strategic communications experts, specialising in issue management, crisis communications and media training. She works with leading companies across real estate, technology, finance, healthcare, luxury lifestyle and professional services. Her work spans national and international borders, and she has managed many watershed issues for her clients. Leeza is a member of the Forbes Comms Council, and is also part of the Public Relations Global Network, alongside Alexander PR. Connect with Leeza LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leezahoyt/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/leezahoyt/] Website: https://www.hoytorg.com/ [https://www.hoytorg.com/] And, if you want to delve more into how to deal with an issue or crisis, our white paper, ‘2023; The Perfect Storm – 23 Bad Habits Your Board Should Change In the Era of Polycrisis’, is available to download at www.CompanyCrisis.co.nz [http://www.CompanyCrisis.co.nz].

Dr John Peebles: The Board review plus strategies to prepare for and manage issues & crises

In this episode: In the wake of global turmoil and growing pressure on individuals and companies alike, the team at Alexander PR team developed a new white paper [https://companycrisis.co.nz/white-paper-2023-bad-habits-in-the-boardroom/] to help identify red flags before they can turn into an issue or crisis. We worked with a number of global leaders, directors and experts to distil the top 23 bad habits directors and leaders need to be aware of in 2023. In today’s conversation, we speak to one of these contributors: Dr John Peebles. In this conversation we discuss: * The three questions a Director should ask when they first join an organisation. * What Directors can do to upskill themselves to become more effective in their roles. * Strategies to prepare for and manage issues and crises. We hope you enjoy this chat with Dr John Peebles, Emily Svadlenak and Dwayne Alexander! Make sure to like, rate and subscribe to the c-Suite Spot to stay up-to-date with all our episodes. About our guest: Dr John Peebles Dr John Peebles has been the Professional Director for John Peebles Associates since 1990 and an Executive Search Consultant and board advisor for 36 years. In addition to providing Corporate Governance advice to Boards he is responsible for about 20 Non-Executive Director Appointments in any one year ranging from publicly listed companies to cooperatives, private concerns and Not for Profit organisations. He was recognised as one of the top 50 most influential global headhunters by NewsWeek (USA) in 2008 and has appointed numerous chief executives. He has served on State Owned Enterprise, private company and Not for Profit boards is currently Chair of Premier Lifestyle Villages. John is former Chairman of the Mobility Assistance Dogs Trust, former chairman of Pop’n’Good Holdings Ltd,  former Chair of the Auckland Opera Studio, a former Director of The Broadcasting Corporation of New Zealand and the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra’s Board of Advisors’ (Chairman and Director from 1999 to 2003). Former Trustee of the Auckland Philharmonia Foundation Trust and a former Director and Chairman of Indigenous Corporate Solutions Ltd and a number of other private companies. Former Chair of Asia Pacific for the AESC (Association of Executive Search Consultants, New York) and a member of the global board. Moderator, Telwares Global CIO conference, Washington, November 2008 and Co Chairman AESC conference, New York, March 2009.   Dr Peebles completed a Master of Business Administration (NUU), a Post Graduate Certificate of Business Research (Waikato University) and a Doctorate of Business and Administration (Massey University). Dr Peebles’ thesis in his Doctoral Study was Power and influences on the Board’s agenda: Who determines what corporate directors discuss. A speaker and writer on board governance he is the author of Parsley on Fish, or how corporate directors can learn to be more than decorative. Connect with John LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-peebles-5a2a6011 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-peebles-5a2a6011] Website: https://johnpeebles.org/ [https://johnpeebles.org/]

Trish Peng: Building a passion into a brand and taking it global

In this episode: In this episode we discuss Trish’s journey, overcoming fears, expanding into overseas markets and what success looks like. We also cover: * Taking care of oneself when running a business * Branching out to factor in sustainability and cost-effectiveness * Looking after staff We hope you enjoy this chat with Lochan Trivedi, Trish Peng and Caitlin Veale! Make sure to like, rate and subscribe to the c-Suite Spot to stay up-to-date with all our episodes. About our guest: Trish Peng Trish Peng is a New Zealand couture evening and bridal gown designer, whose creations are worn not only around the country but around the world. Behind the iconic pink doors at her flagship Auckland store, you’ll find her dedication to her craft in the timeless pieces she designs. She also has a passion for innovation that culminated in the world’s first reversible dress, and a new offering for preloved and sample dresses to save on waste while donating to charity. Links mentions: Yours Truly: https://yourstrulybridal.co.nz/ [https://yourstrulybridal.co.nz/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trishpeng/ [https://www.instagram.com/trishpeng/]   Connect with Trish LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trish-peng-42436435/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/trish-peng-42436435/] Website: https://trishpeng.com/ [https://trishpeng.com/]

Pierre Ferrandon: Adapting environments and inspiring productivity in an age of change

In this episode we discuss workplace productivity, adapting environments in the era dubbed ‘The Great Resignation’ and what leaders can do to future-proof businesses. We also cover: * What metric CFOs need to pay more attention to when it comes to office ROI * The difference in sustainability measures for workspaces in New Zealand versus the world * Learnings and crystal-ball predictions of what the future workspace will – and must – look like We hope you enjoy this chat with Emily Svadlenak, Pierre Ferrandon and Tristram Clayton! Make sure to like, rate and subscribe to the c-Suite Spot to stay up-to-date with all our episodes. About our guest: Pierre Ferrandon Pierre Ferrandon is an entrepreneur and head of research for Auckland-based Studio DB, a commercial fit-out and design service. He is also the CEO and founder of Omada, a new co-working brand focused on supporting the office industry’s transition to carbon 0. He brings a forward-thinking approach to imagining workspaces, covering everything from improving employee wellbeing and loyalty to increasing sustainability and productivity through great workplace design. With COVID having served as ‘The Great Reset’, office design and functionality is at the forefront of the global conversation and Pierre is passionate about business leaders ensuring they bring their staff with them as life continues to adapt. Links mentions: 1. Office utilisation in NZ post pandemic https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/property/128545446/20-occupied-huge-drop-in-use-of-office-space-nationwide [https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/property/128545446/20-occupied-huge-drop-in-use-of-office-space-nationwide] 2. 5 work personas of Mckinsey https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/people-and-organizational-performance/our-insights/the-great-attrition-is-making-hiring-harder-are-you-searching-the-right-talent-pools?cid=other-eml-onp-mip-mck&hlkid=c1b857aba7e24e7aa31667cbad43a726&hctky=11820426&hdpid=e0a2bfed-0978-4652-baf2-249614f00d43 [https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/people-and-organizational-performance/our-insights/the-great-attrition-is-making-hiring-harder-are-you-searching-the-right-talent-pools?cid=other-eml-onp-mip-mck&hlkid=c1b857aba7e24e7aa31667cbad43a726&hctky=11820426&hdpid=e0a2bfed-0978-4652-baf2-249614f00d43] 3. The cost of wasted space https://www.studiodb.co.nz/news/the-cost-of-wasted-space#:~:text=Total%3A%20%241%2C020per%20sqm%20per%20year%20or%20%2415%2C300%20per%20headcount%20per%20year [https://www.studiodb.co.nz/news/the-cost-of-wasted-space#:~:text=Total%3A%20%241%2C020per%20sqm%20per%20year%20or%20%2415%2C300%20per%20headcount%20per%20year] 4. Athens chief heat officer https://www.dw.com/en/meet-athens-first-chief-heat-officer/av-62751312 [https://www.dw.com/en/meet-athens-first-chief-heat-officer/av-62751312] 5. Office values will drop https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/office-markets-are-the-real-estate-crash-we-need-to-worry-about/2022/09/27/268b53aa-3e50-11ed-8c6e-9386bd7cd826_story.html [https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/office-markets-are-the-real-estate-crash-we-need-to-worry-about/2022/09/27/268b53aa-3e50-11ed-8c6e-9386bd7cd826_story.html] 6. Diversity in workforce requirement and desires relating to the office, The Economist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlQ_4604Xfg [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlQ_4604Xfg] – minutes 4:30 to 7 on hybrid work   Connect with Pierre LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/pierre-ferrandon-95550a51/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierre-ferrandon-95550a51/] Studio DB: www.studiodb.co.nz/ [https://www.studiodb.co.nz/]

Sophie Correia: Wellbeing, leadership and sound baths – a chat with wellbeing specialist Sophie Correia

In this episode we explore the power of sound as wellbeing specialist Sophie Correia shares how she moved from the corporate world into her own business of wellbeing programmes and sound baths. We also cover: * How leaders can embrace wellbeing for better performance in their teams; * What sound baths are and the science behind how they work; * A short breathing exercise you can do right now to help you calm a busy mind and think more clearly. We hope you enjoy this chat with Emily Svadlenak and Sophie Correia! Make sure to like, rate and subscribe to the c-Suite Spot to stay up-to-date with all our episodes. About our guest: Sophie Correia Sophie worked as a lawyer, a consultant and then a senior national manager of over 25 staff. She knows first-hand how difficult it can be to balance work life and holistic well-being but claims it is her key to success.  Sophie began teaching in 2009 and since has acquired a diverse skillset in yoga, Pilates, meditation, mindfulness and sound healing. Since transitioning full time into her own business, Sophie has woven together her skills and leadership experience to develop classes, workshops, wellness programmes and events that are accessible for people of all abilities and lifestyles. She has worked with companies such as Nature Baby, Antipodes, Rocket Lab, Cloudy Bay, Barfoot & Thompson and Shopify. Links mentions: Ivy Ross from Google: https://timesensitive.fm/episode/google-design-ivy-ross-pattern-vibration/ [https://timesensitive.fm/episode/google-design-ivy-ross-pattern-vibration/] Dr. Bruce Lipton on sound healing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7MmSfo5b9U&list=PLSqRrsmPOd3zxBOQ1DUOCTqiVXc0REoht&index=59 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7MmSfo5b9U&list=PLSqRrsmPOd3zxBOQ1DUOCTqiVXc0REoht&index=59] Follow Sophie’s journey You can find out more about Sophie’s workplace wellness programme, Wellness Through the Seasons, on her website: http://www.crossingxpaths.com/ [http://www.crossingxpaths.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossingxpaths/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/crossingxpaths/?hl=en]