
In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we’re joined by Anne-Claire Costes, CMO at BE WTR. Anne-Claire is a global brand leader and business strategist with over 23 years of international experience across FMCG and med tech industries. She has built and transformed iconic brands at some of the world's most recognised companies such as Procter & Gamble, Coty and Sonova Group. In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Anne-Claire:1. Nurturing People & Culture for Growth2. Emotional Connection, Impact & Purpose3. Human-Centric Change Management🔥 BIG NEWS: Our new book, Energy Driven Transformation: A CEO’s Guide to Momentum, Impact and Growth, officially drops this September! Pre-order your copy today using code KOGANPAGE25 at checkout for 25% off! Pre-order the book here: https://info.breakthroughglobal.com/energy-driven-transformationThis podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact.Find out more about Anne-Claire here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-claire-costes-762402/Connect with our hosts:Dr Bart Sayle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/ Zannah Ryabchuk: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://breakthroughglobal.com/ Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-groupFollow Breakthrough Global on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/
Jul 1
32 min

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we’re joined by Alexis Vaganay, Global CCO at Coty. With nearly 30 years of international experience across FMCG, he has worked in high-performance environments spanning across all five continents.Recognised as a thought leaders and an avid competitive sailor, he has led the transformation of multiple businesses, generating over $2 billion in revenue through brand elevation and effective digital strategies.In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Alexis:1. Mindset & Team - The Multiplier for Success2. Sailing Through Uncertainty3. Fail to Prepare, Prepare to FailThis podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact.Find out more about Alexis here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexisvaganay/Connect with our hosts:Dr Bart Sayle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/ Zannah Ryabchuk: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://breakthroughglobal.com/ Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-groupFollow Breakthrough Global on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/
Jun 1
34 min

In 2005, Martine Wright’s life changed forever in the 7/7 London bombings. But for Martine, losing her legs wasn’t the end of her story. It was the beginning of a radical transformation.From the Captain’s seat of the Team GB Paralympic sitting volleyball team to the cockpit of an airplane, Martine has spent the last two decades mastering the art of resilience. In this deep-dive episode, she sits down with us to share her 3 Lessons:The Power of 7: Her signature framework for navigating overwhelming change.Identity & Choice: How to rebuild your sense of self when your world is turned upside down.Leadership in Uncertainty: Why “responding” will always beat “reacting” in a crisis.This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact.Find out more about Martine uk.linkedin.com/in/martine-wright-mbe-b1638a1b7Connect with our hosts:Dr Bart Sayle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/ Zannah Ryabchuk: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://breakthroughglobal.com/ Follow Breakthrough Global on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-groupFollow Breakthrough Global on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/
May 6
1 hr 7 min

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we're joined by Norberto Chaclin, EVP and Chief R&D Officer at Mondelēz International, leading global innovation for iconic brands like Oreo, Ritz, Cadbury, Milka and Toblerone.Norberto has held key R&D leadership roles across the company, driving major product innovation. Before Mondelēz, he spent 18 years at PepsiCo in senior positions across Frito-Lay, global beverages and joint ventures, ultimately heading R&D for PepsiCo North America Beverages and the Pepsi/Starbucks partnership.In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Norberto:1. Lean into new experiences 2. Lead Innovation for Innovation3. Without a Vision, you’ll be left behind This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact.Find out more about Norberto here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norberto-chaclin-613840 Connect with our hosts:Dr Bart Sayle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/ Zannah Ryabchuk: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://breakthroughglobal.com/ Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-groupFollow Breakthrough Global on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/
Jan 26
37 min

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we're joined by Edgar Huber, CEO of Nest New York and a global leader in transforming and rebuilding fast-paced Fortune 500 companies.Currently leading NEST New York, a private equity–owned global fragrance lifestyle brand, Edgar brings decades of international leadership experience across three continents. His career includes senior leadership roles at iconic companies such as Coty, Juicy Couture, and L’Oréal, where he built a reputation for driving growth and reinvention in highly competitive markets.Edgar is best known for building profitable brands in sectors including beauty, luxury, and pet care, leveraging digital transformation, modernised product innovation, and optimised channel management. Throughout his journey, he has consistently demonstrated how strategic clarity and bold leadership can unlock sustainable success.In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Edgar:1. From Command and Control to culture champion 2 Culture makes or breaks M&A3. Leading begins and ends with cultureThis podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact.Find out more about Edgar here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgarhuber Connect with our hosts:Dr Bart Sayle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/ Zannah Ryabchuk: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://breakthroughglobal.com/ Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-groupFollow Breakthrough Global on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/
Dec 15, 2025
25 min

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we're joined by Nick Emery, a powerhouse in global marketing and advertising, and CEO of Jellyfish.With a career spanning nearly 40 years, Nick’s journey has taken him from selling quarter-page ads in Country Homes and Interiors magazine to co-founding and leading Mindshare, WPP’s largest media agency. Today, he heads Jellyfish, a global, AI-driven digital marketing organisation, and serves as a partner in the innovative Brandtech Group.Throughout his career, Nick has helped shape how brands connect with audiences in an era of constant change. In this episode, he shares powerful insights on creativity, adaptability, and leading through transformation in the ever-evolving marketing landscape.In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Nick:Anything is Possible with TeamworkBring the Human into AIOvercome Resistance to Change This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact.Find out more about Nick here: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/nick-emery-663944162Connect with our hosts:Dr Bart Sayle: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3D9H0Zannah Ryabchuk: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3KL-0Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3GdG0Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3Kvc0Follow Breakthrough Global on Instagram: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3K-40
Nov 6, 2025
35 min

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we’re joined by Steven Gaffney, a leading expert in change management, honest communication, and building high-achieving teams. With a client list spanning Fortune 500 giants like Amazon and Marriott, Steven brings decades of experience in helping leaders and organisations unlock their full potential. Author of more than four groundbreaking books, including Just Be Honest, he has established himself as a trusted voice in leadership and communication.Recognised by companies such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and BP, and by renowned institutions like Johns Hopkins University, Steven shares transformative lessons on how honesty and clarity can fuel leadership, trust, and lasting business success. In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Steven:The Power of Honest Communication There’s a Difference Between Performance and Achievement Uncertain Times Require Breakthrough Leaders This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact.Find out more about Steven here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevengaffneycompany Connect with our hosts:Dr Bart Sayle: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3D9H0Zannah Ryabchuk: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3KL-0Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3GdG0Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3Kvc0Follow Breakthrough Global on Instagram: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3K-40
Oct 1, 2025
44 min

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we’re joined by Harald Emberger, Chief Supply Officer at Reckitt, to uncover his 3 powerful lessons for building future-ready, resilient supply chains.With global oversight of Reckitt’s end-to-end supply chain, procurement, and sustainability strategy, Harald shares his deep expertise on using supply as a competitive advantage—and how organisations can future-proof their operations by embracing agility, leadership and innovation.Harald brings a wealth of experience from leading high-performing teams at Beiersdorf, Unilever and Mars, with a career that has taken him across five countries and cultures. In this episode, he shares what it takes to lead through complexity while staying anchored in purpose.In this episode, we explore 3 lessons with Harald:1. Supply Chain as a Competitive Edge2. Do You Have 360-Degree Leadership?3. The Future for Supply ChainThis podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders—many of them Breakthrough alumni—who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact.Find out more about Harald here: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/harald-emberger-8604a98Connect with our hosts:Dr Bart Sayle: https://www.bartsayle.com/Justine Kane: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justine-kane-2343529/Zannah Ryabchuk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk/Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://breakthroughglobal.com/Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group/Follow Breakthrough Global on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/
Jun 18, 2025
32 min

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we’re joined by Amit Chincholikar, Group President of Human Resources at Hinduja Group to uncover his 3 lessons for leadership success. Drawing on his global experience shaping HR strategy across leading organisations, Amit shares powerful insights into consumer strategies, balancing empathy with accountability, and building leadership teams equipped for long-term success.In this episode, we explore 3 lessons with Amit: 1. You Will Find Magic with the Consumer 2. Great Leaders Balance Empathy and Accountability 3. Humour Can Be Overlooked This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders—many of them Breakthrough alumni—who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact.Find out more about Amit Chincholikar here: https://in.linkedin.com/in/amitchincholikarConnect with our hosts:Dr Bart Sayle: https://www.bartsayle.com/Justine Kane: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/justine-kane-she-her-2343529Zannah Ryabchuk: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchukVisit Breakthrough Global Website: https://www.breakthroughglobal.com Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-groupFollow Breakthrough Global on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/
May 28, 2025
29 min

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we sat down with Gilles Morel, global business leader and former EVP at Whirlpool Corporation and Regional President at Mars to uncover key strategies for leadership success.Drawing on his experience leading strategic growth and transformation across top-tier organisations, Gilles shares powerful insights into building resilient teams, overcoming external challenges and mapping out a sustainable leadership journey.In this episode, we explore 3 lessons with Gilles:1. Growing an Effective Team2. Navigating Challenges That Are Out of Your Control3. A Map for Your Leadership JourneyThis podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders—many of them Breakthrough alumni—who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact.Find out more about Gilles Morel here: https://it.linkedin.com/in/gimorelFind out more about Habitat for Humanity here: https://www.habitat.org/emeaConnect with our hosts:Dr Bart Sayle: https://www.bartsayle.com/Justine Kane https://www.linkedin.com/in/justine-kane-she-her-2343529/ Zannah Ryabchuk on https://www.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk/Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://www.breakthroughglobal.comFollow Breakthrough Global on https://www.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group/ Follow @globalbreakthrough on Instagram
Apr 28, 2025
31 min
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