In the inaugural episode of Stratospheric Leaders, Georgie sits down with Lance Uggla, visionary leader, entrepreneur, founder and CEO of Markit. This is a company that started with a handful of employees in a barn in St Albans and grew into a $44 billion global leader in critical information, analytics, and solutions. Through strategic acquisitions and a transformative merger with IHS, Markit became a powerhouse, culminating in one of the largest M&A deals in history with S&P Global.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
The Leader’s Mindset: Why measuring what matters is the foundation of great leadership.
Attention to Detail: How leaders like Steve Jobs inspired Lance to stay close to the work at all levels.
Incrementalism in Business: The power of continuous small improvements to create industry-changing outcomes.
People-First Leadership: Why hiring, mentoring, and culture-building are the true differentiators of success.
Work Ethic & Manners Matter: The often-overlooked leadership qualities that make a lasting impact.
Balancing Work & Life: The importance of setting boundaries and creating long-term sustainability.
MEMORABLE QUOTES:
"Measure it, and it will improve."
"Attention to detail isn’t a choice—it’s what separates good leaders from great ones."
"You don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Sometimes, just making something 1% better is what creates a market leader."
A masterclass in entrepreneurial excellence!
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