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Business Trends: The Dean's Executive Leadership Series - Graziadio School of Business and Management Podcast

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The Dean's Executive Leadership Series Podcast invites top business practitioners and thought leaders to share their views on the real world of business. Brought to you by the Graziadio School of Business and Management at Pepperdine University, this podcast offers in-depth interviews and insight on the challenges and opportunities facing today's business community.
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Episodes

Episode 21 - Interview with Robert Simpson

In a personal interview with Dr. Linda Livingstone, Robert Simpson, President and COO of Jelly Belly Candy Company, talks about being a professional manager of a family owned business that has been around for 6 generations. Robert also talks about building the Jelly Belly brand, developing new markets, and his philosphy of leadership.

Apr 22, 200831 min

Episode 20 - Interview with Robert Eckert

In a personal interview with Dr. Linda Livingstone, Robert Eckert, CEO of Mattel, Inc., discusses his leadership style and how he handled recent challenges. Robert Eckert was named one of the top 25 managers of the year by Business week and he currently serves on the board for McDonald's and the Los Angeles World Affairs Council.

Mar 11, 200838 min

Episode 19 - Bruce Rosenblum Presentation - Part 2

Bruce Rosenblum, President of Warner Bros Television Group, sits down for an interview with Dr. Linda Livingstone, Dean of the Graziadio School of Business and Management. Mr. Rosenblum also answers various questions from audience members. (Part 2 of 2)

Feb 14, 200836 min

Episode 18 - Bruce Rosenblum Presentation - Part 1

Bruce Rosenblum, President of Warner Bros. Television Group, discusses his leadership in developing new business models for the evolving television landscape including video-on-demand, broadband, and wireless offerings. Mr. Rosenblum also sat down for a personal interview with Dr. Linda Livingstone, Dean of the Graziadio School of Business and Management. (Part 1 of 2)

Feb 14, 200828 min

Episode 17 - Interview with Bruce Rosenblum

In a personal interview with Dr. Linda Livingstone, Bruce Rosenblum, President of Warner Bros. Television Group, discusses his leadership in developing new business models for the evolving television landscape including video-on-demand, broadband, and wireless offerings. Mr. Rosenblum also discusses his views of leadership and how to be prepared for unseen challenges.

Feb 05, 200829 min

Episode 16 - Andy Bird Presentation - Part 2

In a personal interview with Dr. Linda Livingstone, Andy Bird, President of Walt Disney International, discusses how leadership can bring change to a company with a strong culture, such as Disney, to accomplish goals. Mr. Bird also answers various questions from audience members. (Part 2 of 2)

Nov 16, 200723 min

Episode 15 - Andy Bird Presentation - Part 1

Andy Bird, President of Walt Disney International, discusses the development of international operations and branding of Walt Disney Corporation. He discusses the importance of changing the way the company thinks internally and how it operates throughout the world. (Part 1 of 2)

Nov 15, 200753 min

Episode 14 - Interview with Andy Bird

Andy Bird, President of Walt Disney International, works with Disney s business unit leaders around the world coordinating and overseeing growth opportunities outside the U.S. During an interview with Dr. Linda Livingstone, Dean of the Graziadio School of Business and Management, Andy discusses the Disney brand and market development around the world. He also talks about the challenges and opportunities of entertainment worldwide.

Nov 14, 200730 min

Episode 13 - Deborah Platt Majoras Presentation - Part 2

In a personal interview with Dr. Linda Livingstone, Deborah Platt Majoras, Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission, discusses leadership and the general background of the Federal Trade Commission. Mrs. Majoras also answers various questions from audience members. (Part 2 of 2)

Oct 13, 200737 min

Episode 12 - Deborah Platt Majoras Presentation - Part 1

Deborah Platt Majoras, Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission, shares her stories and examples of authentic leadership during her recent visit to Pepperdine University in Irvine, California. (Part 1 of 2)

Oct 12, 200740 min

Episode 11 - Interview with Deborah Platt Majoras

Deborah Platt Majoras is the Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission. During an interview with Dr. Linda Livingstone, Dean of the Graziadio School of Business and Management, Mrs. Majoras tells about her experiences in Washington, and explains the roles and responsibilities of the Federal Trade Commission. She talks in depth about both consumer protection and identity theft.

Oct 11, 200738 min

Episode 10 - Kawanna Brown Presentation

Kawanna Brown is the Managing Partner and Chief Operating Officer of Magic Johnson Enterprises. Ms. Brown shares her stories and examples of authentic leadership during her recent visit to Pepperdine University.

Jun 05, 20071 hr 2 min

Episode 09 - Interview with Kawanna Brown

Dean Linda Livingstone interviews Kawanna Brown, Managing Partner and Chief Operating Officer Magic Johnson Enterprises. Ms. Brown is responsible for the overall leadership of Magic Johnson Enterprises, which includes the Magic Johnson Foundation, Inc., and Johnson Development Corporation. Ms. Brown is the recipient of The Network Journal's 40-Under-Forty Achievement Award and the University of Southern California Association Award for Distinguished Community Service.

Jun 04, 200722 min

Episode 08 - William George Presentation

William George is a professor at Harvard Business School and former CEO and chairman of Medtronic, Inc. Mr. George shares his stories and examples of authentic leadership during his recent visit to Pepperdine University.

Mar 30, 20071 hr 10 min

Episode 07 - Interview with William George

Dean Linda Livingstone interviews William George, professor at Harvard Business School and former CEO and chairman of Medtronic, Inc. Mr. George discusses his recently released book, True North: Discover Your Authentic Leadership, the follow-up to his best-selling Authentic Leadership: Rediscovering the Secrets.

Mar 29, 200732 min

Episode 06 - Dennis Tito Presentation

Video of Dennis Tito's presentation at Pepperdine University. Dennis Tito, discusses his experiences as CEO at Wilshire Associates, the field of quantitative analytics, and higlights some of the lessons learned throughout his successful career.

Mar 21, 200754 min

Episode 05 - Interview with Dennis Tito

Dean Linda Livingstone interviews Dennis Tito, CEO of Wilshire Associates Incorporated and the first individual to pay to travel to space. Mr. Tito discusses his experiences with Wilshire Associates, the field of quantitative analytics, and space travel.

Mar 20, 200718 min

Episode 04 - Brian Frons Presentation

Brian Frons, President of daytime programming for the Disney-ABC Television Group, discusses his experiences working in television, shares valuable business advice, and even reveals a little behind-the-scenes scoop on some of ABC s popular programs including The View .

Mar 14, 20071 hr 2 min

Episode 03 - Interview with Brian Frons

Dean Linda Livingstone interviews Brian Frons the President of daytime programming for the Disney-ABC Television Group. Mr. Frons discusses his experiences working in television, shares valuable business advice, and even reveals a little behind-the-scenes scoop on some of ABC s popular programs including The View .

Mar 13, 200729 min

Episode 02 - Interview with Patricia Sellers (Part Two)

Dean Linda Livingstone continues her interview with Fortune Magazine Editor-at-Large Patricia Sellers, who discusses her thoughts on former HP CEO Carly Fiorna, who had recently released her book "Tough Choices: A Memoir." (Part 2 of 2)

Dec 18, 200623 min

Episode 01 - Interview with Patricia Sellers (Part One)

Dean Linda Livingstone interviews Fortune Editor-at-Large Patricia Sellers, who offers her thoughts on the Fortune Most Powerful Women, the magazine's 9th annual review of female executives leading the largest businesses in the United States. (Part 1 of 2)

Dec 11, 200616 min
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