Global Perspectives

Season 1, Episode 9 - Menny Barzilay & Akhilesh Tuteja

The latest KPMG Cyber Trust Insights report reveals 80% of leaders understand the importance of cyber security, but is an acknowledgement of the issue really translating into proactive CEO action? In the latest Global Perspectives, Halla Mohieddeen goes beyond the data with international cyber security expert Menny Barzilay and KPMG's Global Cyber Security Practice Leader, Akhilesh Tuteja.

Season 1, Episode 8 - Komal Ahmad & Dr. Anna van Poucke

A chance meeting with a homeless veteran transformed Komal Ahmad's life. The CEO is now on a mission to tackle hunger and food waste. In episode 8 of Global Perspectives, she chats to Halla Mohieddeen about her achievements and vision.

Halla is also joined by KPMG International's Global Head of Healthcare, Dr. Anna van Poucke, who gives her views on the unfolding international health and food crisis, and the future for the sector.

Season 1, Episode 7 - Douglas Holmes & Richard Threlfall

The climate crisis is forcing CEOs to completely re-think their business strategies. Douglas Holmes has spent his career studying business behavior and culture. In episode 7 of Global Perspectives, he speaks to Gillian Tett about his views on proactively leaders are tackling the issues.

Gillian is also joined by KPMG International's Global Head of KPMG IMPACT, Richard Threlfall, who discusses what progress has been made on ESG and why further action is essential.

Season 1, Episode 6 - David Ko, Richard Busellato & Judd Caplain

David Ko and Richard Busellato ditched their successful “desk jobs” to become advocates for greater sustainability in the finance world. In episode 6 of Global Perspectives, they chat to Halla Mohieddeen about the need for CEOs to deal with the immediate financial crisis that climate uncertainty is creating.

Halla also speaks to KPMG International's Global Head of Financial Services, Judd Caplain, about unease in the markets and what may lie ahead.

Season 1, Episode 5 - Patricia Ensworth & Carl Carande

For CEOs, the “new norm” has created opportunities and tensions. In conversation with Gillian Tett, business anthropologist Patricia Ensworth shares her thoughts on the risks and rewards facing businesses as they tackle innovation, social and cultural change.

For episode 5 of Global Perspectives, Gillian also speaks to KPMG International's Global Head of Advisory, Carl Carande, about how leaders are adapting in an era of innovation and disruption.

Season 1, Episode 4 - Mandeep Rai & Nhlamu Dlomu

In a rapidly changing, uncertain world, does GDP remain a relevant metric of success? Business author Mandeep Rai speaks to Halla Mohieddeen about her mission to drive CEOs towards a new “values compass”.

Episode 4 of Global Perspectives also features KPMG International's Global Head of People, Nhlamu Dlomu, who gives her view on the progress so far on leadership commitments to ESG.

Season 1, Episode 3 - Denise Hamilton & Kristine Remedios

CEOs recognize that ESG matters, but driving the change can be the biggest challenge. Denise Hamilton is a maverick in the field of allyship, diversity and inclusion. In episode 3 of Global Perspectives, she shares her thoughts with Halla Mohieddeen on how board rooms can deliver on their promises.

Also on the program, KPMG International's Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion, Kristine Remedios, who files her report card on business success in ESG.

Season1, Episode 2 - Daniel Beunza & Jane Lawrie

From the trading floor to the coffee shop, how do CEOs successfully adapt to a new hybrid way of working? In conversation with Gillian Tett, business anthropologist Daniel Beunza believes the key to making it work is integrating technology with vital social relationships.

Episode 2 of Global Perspectives also features KPMG International's Global Head of Corporate Affairs, Jane Lawrie, who chats to Halla Mohieddeen about why culture and purpose matter in the workplace.

Season 1, Episode 1 - Arianna Huffington & Bill Thomas

Are the world's CEOs suffering from corporate burnout? Arianna Huffington is on a mission to redefine success. In conversation with Halla Mohieddeen, the CEO of Thrive Global and co-founder of Huffington Post, explains why prioritizing well-being needs to start in the board room. In episode 1, Halla also chats to KPMG International's Global Chairman and CEO, Bill Thomas, about his ambition to deal with global issues head-on.