Episode 110 features Gary Cokins, an expert in enterprise and corporate performance management.  Gary emphasizes the importance of embracing accounting and finance practices that move beyond traditional methods to focus on financial transparency, risk management, and the strategic implementation of activity-based costing.  The conversation explores misconceptions in accounting methods, differentiating tax accounting, external financial reporting, and internal management accounting.  Gary advocates using the latter with emphasis on logical cause-and-effect relationships.  Th ..read more

Listen now to Episode 109 – Freelance Management– Jodi McPherson founder of Work Simplr shares experiences as a seasoned professional in talent management and Edtech. This episode explores freelance management's intricacies, emphasizing clarity, task-oriented approaches, and aligning talent with project needs.  Jodi's insights offer actionable advice for businesses navigating the evolving landscape of freelancers and interns efficiently. With a commitment to paying it forward, Jodi guides individuals, especially college students, through career challenges. --------- What the R*SK! is an i ..read more

During this episode, advertising and marketing expert Scott Harkey of The Harkey Group shares experiences as a leader of consumer-centric agencies determined to improve a brand's customer experience. Scott engages in a thought-provoking discussion on various marketing and advertising topics. The key takeaways include the importance of building strong, long-term client-agency relationships, focusing on experiential marketing for customer retention, and being mindful of allocating resources to retain valuable customers. To explore these ideas in depth and get a better understanding of the nuance ..read more

During this episode, legal experts Rachael L. Rodman and Matthew J. Schonauer of the Ulmer & Berne law firm delve into the world of intellectual property (IP) law and discover how businesses can protect their valuable assets. Rachael and Matthew share their expertise on various aspects of IP law in a relatable and accessible manner.  They explore the intricacies of trademarks, patents, trade secrets, and more.  You'll gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental principles that underpin IP protection, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in safeguarding their creative ..read more

Episode 106 with Dawn Cunningham, Chief Insights Officer & Customer Experience subject matter expert, delves into the significance of consumer insights as a powerful tool for understanding customer behavior and driving business success.  Dawn explains how consumer insights go far beyond marketing, extending into product development, innovation, and risk management.  She emphasizes the need to identify and address potential risk blind spots in business strategies.  Dawn sheds light on the dynamic nature of consumer preferences, stressing the importance of staying attuned to e ..read more

During Episode 105 – Information Security we visit with James Azar, a CISO & CTO, Cyber 2021 40 under 40, and CyberHub podcast host.  James is an Entrepreneurial CISO with 20 years of diverse background both startups and larger enterprises, leading information security and engineering teams. During this episode we discuss the role of cybersecurity in organizations, building a strong culture for cybersecurity, and expose a few myths.  We also talk about resiliency and having a customer communication plan in case of an adverse event. ------- This podcast is about you and your educa ..read more

During Episode 104 – Investment Evaluation we visit with Mark November, an impact investor that has been operating and investing in businesses for over 50 years.  He is a Board Member, Founder, Accelerator, Mentor, runs his Family Office, and is a moonshot investor. Mark is currently the Founder of Venture Starters, the largest community of startup founders, investors, and people who want to join startup teams. During this information-rich episode we discuss various types of risks that become obstacles for start-ups and growth companies from an investor’s point of view.  The conversa ..read more

During Episode 103 – Financial Institutions in the Current Environment we visit with Bill Isaac who has had an unparalleled career serving as Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) during the banking crises of the 1980s as well as Chairman of Fifth Third Bancorp during the Great Recession. During this extended episode we will discuss the current banking environment, gain insights about how to manage risks for banks and some insights for operating businesses. Key takeaways include: Understanding recent bank failures in the context of the bank failures of the 1980s and the ..read more

Episode 102 is a Bonus episode that covers the foundational aspects of risk management. This will be useful during future episodes of WHAT THE R*SK! We cover: What risk IS and what risk IS NOT. As well as clarifying common misconceptions of risk. Nine characteristics of a strong risk culture, along with red flags to watch out for. How to measure risk and the application of risk measurement. This Episode 102 is a supplement to the podcast series and is intended to help build your understanding of the risk framework. Some of our listeners may already have that knowledge, but others may not. E ..read more