In this captivating episode, Mike dives into an insightful conversation with Eric McCarthey, a seasoned boardroom virtuoso. Eric brings his wealth of experience as a strategic leader, offering invaluable insights into the dynamics of successful boards and transformational leadership.

With a remarkable career spanning leadership roles and board positions, Eric sheds light on the inner workings of board committees, the essence of the duty of care and loyalty, and the power of cultivating a kind and thriving company culture. He shares a remarkable story of partnering with Ralph Lauren, unraveling the challenges, and the pivotal role of kindness in turning a struggling company into a success story.

Tune in to this episode to discover boardroom secrets, unravel the magic of successful transformations, and explore the art of leadership through the lens of a seasoned expert.

Eric McCarthey brings a wealth of experience to the boardroom, combining a diverse background with a passion for strategic transformation. With a remarkable career spanning various leadership roles, including private equity CEO, venture capital managing partner, and former corporate officer at Coca-Cola, Eric is a seasoned expert in steering businesses toward success.

Eric’s expertise extends across numerous domains, from strategic business transformation and brand positioning to mergers and acquisitions for competitive advantage. He excels in cultivating sales and service systems, optimizing supply chains, and driving revenue growth. Furthermore, his proficiency in business recapitalization, IoT, digital transformation, and cyber security is highly regarded.

Beyond his corporate accomplishments, Eric’s contributions as Past Chair with Vistage International, the world’s leading CEO membership organization, highlight his commitment to fostering CEO leadership development. His insights are sought-after, making him a published author on sales leadership, high-impact boards, and a compelling public speaker on leadership and relationship development.

Eric’s dedication lies in shaping exceptional value creation and seizing new growth frontiers, making him a trusted authority in the realms of business strategy and leadership.

• Ever wondered about the secret sauce behind successful boardrooms? We spill the beans on how high-performing boards really operate.
  
• Get the lowdown on the crucial committees within a board and their roles. Think it’s all about compensation? Think again!
  
• Discover the power of kindness in building a resilient company culture and how it can drive transformation from the inside out.
  
• Hear a riveting real-life example of turning a stuck company around, complete with insights from the legendary Ralph Lauren’s approach to business and culture.
  
• Want to be a board member? Learn about the duty of care and duty of loyalty, and why a touch of caution can save you from some hefty insurance claims.
  

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericmccarthey1/