Inspiring Leadership with Jonathan Bowman-Perks MBE

Harry is Barrister and Queen's Counsel with a wide-ranging and substantial commercial practice in many fields, including energy and natural resources, public international law, cross-border disputes, civil fraud, finance, insurance/reinsurance and international arbitration.Named in The Lawyer ‘Hot 100’ List for 2021, nominated as Silk (QC) of the Year for International Arbitration in the Legal 500 Awards 2020, tier 1 ranked international arbitrator, and regularly appointed in high-value international arbitrations. Also instructed as Leading Counsel by states, major global corporations and other investors and companies in very high-value disputes.Harry Matovu is a Master of the Bench, Inner Temple, and recognised in the Powerlist 2021 as one of the most influential Black professionals in the UK.https://www.brickcourt.co.uk/our-people/profile/harry-matovu-qc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Róbert Vass is the president and founder of GLOBSEC, a leading nongovernmental organization in Europe dealing with international security, sustainability, and economic issues. Its mission is to make Europe and the world a safer, more prosperous and sustainable place by providing policy advise and putting together right people on an independent platform. GLOBSEC is organizing one of the largest international conferences in Europe with a focus on international security, economy, and other global social and economic issues, hosting annually over 1500 political, business, media and thought leaders from over 80 countries. Róbert has started his journey as a student of international relations at the University of Matej Bel in Slovakia. At that time, group of students established GLOBSEC conference to put Slovakia on the world’s diplomatic map. Róbert currently manages an international team of more than 80 people composed of 12 different nationalities with the headquarters in Bratislava and a satellite offices in Brussels, Vienna and Warsaw and plans to open office in Washington DC. The idea behind GLOBSEC comes also from Róbert’s view of Slovakia’s position in Europe. He wanted to prove that the ambition to make the world better is not limited by the size of the country you come from, or the place where you are, but by the power of ideas and determination to put them into practice. You do not have to be in London, Brussels nor Washington to shape the world. You can contribute to a global policy debate and make a global impact even from a small city or a small country as well. GLOBSEC has a strong value-based DNA that believes in democracy, free societies, rule of law and international cooperation. Such perception comes from the strong experience of a country that went through some tough eras of totalitarian regimes in the past.Although they have started just a little student project, nowadays they have created a recognizable global brand with hundreds of media coverage. Robert’s view on leadership is in sharing his vision with the rest of the team and showing them trust and offering high responsible roles within the organisation where they can enforce expertise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steven Kuhn – Author of 'Unleash Your Humble Alpha'Steven is a U.S. Military combat veteran who has been hand-picked to consult with some of the most influential people in the world (rock stars, singers, actors, business leaders and politicians) to turn around their business and how to expand their brand, build value and loyalty and develop strategies for increasing beneficial relationships for increased revenue and achieving true Quality of Life (QOL). Steven is a best-selling author and has a new book that was just released with his partner and co-author Lane Belone, (Special Forces Green Beret veteran) with the title Unleash Your Humble Alpha                                                                                               Steven has trained, coached and participated in leadership roles in nearly every capacity: historical leadership of European Royalty, Military Combat Operations leadership, political leadership in Europe and the US, spiritual leadership from the Natives in North and South America, monks in Europe, having turning around hundreds of around the world. Leadership from nearly all walks of life, all synthesized into what he calls Humble Alpha Leadership. Steven Kuhn and Lane Belone helps leaders how to achieve their own version of quality of life with their Humble Alpha Leader Program. FAVOURITE LEADERSHIP QUOTE: Standard boring one: Delegate the task, never the responsibility  Awesome one: Focus on impact outside of yourself.  This is the path to make a real impact in the world and reach fulfilment in life. This includes the mission of you elevating others around and helping them step into their own greatness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Founder of Cecil Wright who spent his childhood messing about on boats, Chris Cecil-Wright never dreamt he would grow up to become one of the world’s preeminent yacht brokers.Having spent thirty years in the industry, during which time he was a founding partner of other yacht brokerages, such as Edmiston, today he’s renowned for running Cecil Wright, a boutique superyacht brokerage house specialising at the top end of the yachting market, to assist clients who wish to build, buy, sell, and charter large yachts.The company was founded around a central desire not to be the biggest brokerage but the best. Cecil Wright is very selective about who they work with, and this approach allows for the creation of exceptionally strong client relationships. Cecil Wright specialise in northern European yachts over 60m, and in particular has developed close working relationships with some of the most prestigious shipyards in the world, including Feadship, Royal Huisman and Nobiskrug.For Chris, career milestones have been the superyacht builds of MADAME GU, TANGO and HAMPSHIRE II but it is the relationships behind those constructions that have really left their mark. Shipyard owners and CEOs, designers, captains, project managers, lawyers, bankers and of course the Owners, all play an integral role in a project. Every completion ignites a shared sense of achievement. Ultimately, it’s about natural rapport and a mutual commitment to quality, integrity and authenticity. The Cecil Wright business is built on these principles.With offices in London, Monaco, Jersey and Hampshire’s New Forest, the team, many who have worked together for over 25 years, are perfectly placed to manage their client’s needs with high level of personal service.Leadership Tip“My first yacht sale helped clarify and shape future business plans for as I realised the most successful yacht brokerages were based on strong client relationships along of course with team credibility, delivering what you promise and excellent product knowledge.”Social Media  Instagram - @cecilwrightyachtsTwitter - @CWPyachtsLinkedIn - @cecilwrightWebsite – www.cecilwright.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

220. Jonathan and Graham as two world-class Podcasters have a fascinating debate and share some latest thinking on integrity values beliefs and what you will and won't do. They pick up your questions as an audience such as our views on Boris Johnson- the recently sacked PM of the UK - and what about the toxic culture at UBER. You gain insights into their own values and when they fall short themselves and the lessons that they've learnt which could apply to your business and life. They share views on historic role models with high MQ and whether you agree that these people are high integrity or not. Who are you inspiring organisations - do you agree with them on the top companies and their shortcomings? Then they end with their favourite books that they recommend you listen to or read on the topic of integrity values principles beliefs. Jonathan can be found at www.jonathanperks.com and Graham at www.pikkal.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Garrett Kinsman dropped out of college to join FireChat, a smartphone app that builds Mesh Networks. FireChat became a symbol of democracy as it was used around the world at protests and music festivals. Kinsman then traveled to India on a spiritual awakening, but got a tech job instead. Kinsman spent two years in Bengaluru, working for Ola Cabs, running hardware for their Innovation Labs and building Ola Play, the largest connected car infrastructure to date. There he explored new types of wireless infrastructure and built solar powered mesh networks in his spare time. He moved back to America in 2017 to CoFound Nodle with Micha Benoliel, the founder of FireChat, where they are building a "Simple, Global Wireless Network to connect billions of IoT devices." Together they seek to free the internet.A new era of software defined design is upon us. This evolution encompasses almost every aspect of our daily lives. I'm fascinated with the things that make up our world around us and how they got to be. From prototyping an idea, to marketing it to the masses, the processes truly go hand in hand. A simple concept can change the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce was born and raised in New Zealand where the outdoors was inherited as part of his DNA. His first leadership experience was as a thirteen year old ‘leader in training’ understudy at school holiday camps for boys held in the country side of the south of the South Island. After his family moved to Australia where he finished his high schooling Bruce worked on a dairy farm before joining the Royal Australian Airforce. He served in the RAAF as an intelligence officer. After two decades of service in government in which he received the usual formal leadership training, and opportunity to exercise it he set up a software company in the technology bust period of the late 1990s. This remains the most testing crucible of leadership for him as he strove to attract and retain talent in a down market and with no money. The company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and was later sold. During this period Bruce reenergised his connections with the outdoors and led groups to Kokoda (Papua New Guinea), Hong Kong (volunteer programs in aid and development), Nepal, Kilimanjaro, Peru, Alaska, New Zealand and across Australia. The opportunity to mentor, coach and apply leadership insights and lessons is a key and witting part of these adventures. He has worked for an aid and mission organisation, for private enterprise in Afghanistan (while living in the suburbs of Kabul), and since 2015 has been consulting in Sydney. In that consulting work he delivers a comprehensive leadership program designed to introduce leaders to the concept of values based leadership and to otherwise encourage leaders to actively develop their own leadership style. Bruce has accepted an offer to take up a senior leadership role as CEO of an international firm which he will commence in October 2022. Bruce is the father of four children and seven grandchildren, has one dog, writes when he can, treks and climbs as a sport, is handy with the tools so finds himself on renovation projects not his own (though there is a long list of projects around his own house), and enjoys kayaking with his wife in their handbuilt sea kayaks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After graduating from the University of Wales, Aberystwyth, Dan joined the British Army in 1996. Following training at Sandhurst, Dan was commissioned into The Parachute Regiment. He subsequently deployed to Kosovo, Northern Ireland, briefly to Sierra Leone, and on numerous occasions to Iraq and Afghanistan, where he served as a Company Commander with the Special Forces Support Group.In 2011, Dan was elected as the MP for Barnsley Central – becoming the first person since the Second World War to resign a commission to contest a parliamentary by-election. In the House of Commons, Dan has sat on the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy and the Business, Innovation and Skills Select Committee, and held several shadow ministerial roles. He also served as the Labour Party’s lead for the 100th anniversary of the First World War commemorations and passed a Private Members’ Bill that changed the law on organ donation.In 2018, Dan was elected the inaugural Mayor of South Yorkshire. As Mayor, he was responsible for economic regeneration, public transport and adult education across South Yorkshire. He stepped down from role at the recent local elections.Dan is a trustee of the Speaker’s Parliamentary Placement Scheme, a social mobility programme designed to widen access to parliament by offering paid internships to those who may not have access via traditional routes.In his spare time, Dan enjoys keeping chickens, walking, and running in the countryside, supporting his local youth choir and Barnsley FC. He has completed the Marathon des Sables, has run eight London marathons to raise money for Cancer Research UK and his local hospice, and is a big supporter of Parkrun. He lives in Barnsley with his wife, three children and their dog. He published his book, Long Way Home in 2020.Dan Jarvis’s top leadership tip is that times can and will be tough. Love, life and death, and all the stuff in between, will present challenges, and opportunities. But if you keep calm, keep going and, where you can, keep a smile on your face, it’s remarkable what can be achieved. And if all else fails, put the kettle on and have a hot brew. It always helps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PurposeTo stimulate the audience to raise their game, develop their leadership talent and be stimulated by the insights and playful “banter” between two passionate Broadcasters, in order that they can make a positive impact on their businesses, their own work and their lives.  Objectives:To have fun, spar and have a healthy competition with a pair of hostsTo listen to each other with heart and soulTo have deeply authentic, open, vulnerable and courageous conversationsTo stimulate each other to share insights on leadership and lifeTo do our homework and bring new insights on leaders in the news and booksTo help individuals and organisations globallyTo be of such added value that we make our audiences hungry for the next episode OUR TOP INSPIRING LEADERSHIP ROLE MODELSGraham: Robert F Kennedy - a man who changed his views and embraced diversity and yet was serially unfaithful MLK - the power of storytelling, the “mountain top” etc Greta Thunberg - the 20 year old climate change “activist”Jacinda Ardern NZ PMSteven SpielbergMalala YousafaziSouichiro HondaBill Gates - Gates foundation from Microsoft (Melinda)Tim Cook Angela Merkel Jack Ma?Jonathan:Oprah WinfreyFlorence NightingaleSir Ernest Shackleton General the Lord Dannatt The Emperor Marcus Aurelius General Colin PowellAmelia EarhartRosa ParksMother TheresaThomas EdisonWarren BuffetINSPIRING BOOKSWhat’s your favourite book on leadership and life and what would we learn from it?Jonathan: It worked for me: In Leadership & Life by General Colin Powell TUNE IN NEXT MONTHNext month we look forward and discuss MQ - Morals Integrity Values Principles & BeliefsOUR ASKWe ask YOU the audience to send questions in to our 2 websites Jonathanperks.com or Pikkal.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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