Strategy Hero

Jeroen Kraaijenbrink is a distinguished author, consultant, and thought leader in the realms of strategy, innovation, and organizational development. With a wealth of experience spanning over two decades, Kraaijenbrink has established himself as a pivotal figure in guiding organizations towards sustainable growth and competitive advantage. In this episode, Jeroen takes us through how organizations can build the foundations for str...

Former Group Director of Strategy for Rexam Plc, Kit is now the Managing Partner of Strategy Together, where she leads a network of strategy consultants - but Kit's focus on personal strategy is what we explore in this episode. From leading groups of leaders on an Antarctic expedition, to setting a roadmap to developing one's strategy, this episode is all about setting yourself up for success, in whatever endeavors you are pursuin...

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, partnerships have become more than just keys to success; they're now the very foundation for many enterprises. Join us in this episode as we delve into the 'Decade of Ecosystems' with Jay McBain, Chief Analyst - Channels, Partnerships & Ecosystems at Canalys.

Drawing from his impressive 30-year career in advising and working with channel businesses, Jay sheds light on the dramatic tra...

Since 2017, Philippe has operated as an independent coach under Henko, with a focus on building high-performing leadership, teams and organizations in digital business. Philippe has worked with organizations such as Lloyds Banking Group, Deutsche Bank, Carnival UK, KFC and a number of start-ups, facilitating complex digital / Flow transformation initiatives as the main Change coach. In this episode, Philippe talks about how you c...

As the democratically elected Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire in the United Kingdom, Festus is responsible for the public safety of over half a million people.

Join us as Festus shares his perspective on leadership in law enforcement. He advocates for leading from the "shop floor" to gain an authentic insight into the organization's performance. From the implementation of Gemba walks to conducting town halls, we un...

In this episode, James Davies dives into the often-overlooked area of strategy, creation. With converged markets, fragmented supply chains, and a new world of living and working.

James lays out his observations of what businesses and organizations are doing to rethink their strategic priorit...

In this episode, Fredrik Fjellstedt, a Master Enabler at Business Through People, looks at the everyday challenges of businesses trying to implement Hoshin Kanri and Lean. Detailing out how the 4Cs of Hoshin Kanri - Clarity, Courage, Commitment, and Consensus, translate to meaningful breakthrough results in different organizations. Fredrik shines a new light on why businesses struggle to get their strategy off the ground. With jus...

As the first Chief Digital Officer for the UK Department Of Health, and now a consultant and non-executive director, Rachel has lived and breathed digital transformation. Delving into her extensive experience, Rachel emphasizes the paramount importance of placing people at the core of any digital transformation endeavor, revealing the pivotal role it plays in achieving remarkable success.

In this episode, Pascal Dennis answers the question "Is Lean enough?". Looking at where the Toyota Production System has taken us so far, and why it falls short to tackle the complexity of the modern era.

Pascal explains that whilst TPS provides an excellent foundation for organizations, it takes mor...

The Strategy Hero podcast is a podcast that delves into the world of business strategy and transformation, featuring insights and experiences from some of the most successful leaders in the field. The podcast will explore various topics such as operational excellence, lean management, process improvement, change management, and more. Each episode will feature a different expert in the field, who will share their unique perspective ...