Author: Dan Bigman

Fred Hassan On Leading Through ‘Mind-Bending Torque Change’

Few people I know have more experience—and more varied experience—running companies than Fred Hassan, who has run three global pharmas, the last one being Schering Plough. He has also been Chairman of two additional global pharmas – Bausch & Lomb and Theramex. All were inherited as turnaround situations that turned out well. Here’s what he’s counseling CEOs about leading through 2023. ‘You must have a mindset of strategic flexibility.’

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BD CEO Tom Polen: ‘You Get What You Celebrate’

From tackling inflation and strengthening supply chains to instilling a “growth mindset” at every level of his 75,000-person organization, Polen shares his strategies for the year to come. “We’re not facing any challenge that the rest of the world isn’t facing.”

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Exclusive: Jim Collins on ‘Thriving In Chaos’

What does it take to create a truly great, lasting company amid historic uncertainty and volatility? Based on decades of research, Jim Collins, best-selling author of the business classics Good to Great, Built to Last and Great by Choice, has some answers. A challenging guide for challenging times.

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    Executives expressed frustration with their current strategic planning process. Issues include:

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    Female leaders face the same issues all leaders do, but they often face additional challenges too. In this peer session, we will facilitate a discussion of best practices and how to overcome common barriers to help women leaders be more effective within and outside their organizations. 

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    General’s Retreat, built in 1986 with architect Gary Roger Baird, has been voted the “Best Golf Course in Nashville” and is a “must play” when visiting the Nashville, Tennessee area. With the beautiful setting along the Cumberland River, golfers of all capabilities will thoroughly enjoy the golf, scenery and hospitality.

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