The Global Discussion

Dr Chloe Carmichael, PhD, is a highly accomplished clinical psychologist, author, and speaker focusing on stress management, relationship issues, self-esteem, and coaching. She earned her BA in Psychology with Departmental Honors from Columbia University, graduating Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa. Dr Carmichael completed her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University in Brooklyn. She trained at Lenox Hill Hospital, Kings County Hospital, and other settings such as community clinics and academic centres. Dr Carmichael is known and recognised for her exceptional work and achievements. She was invited to instruct undergraduate courses at Long Island University and has served as an adjunct faculty member at the City University of New York. Additionally, she has published academic work on psychotherapy through sources such as Guilford and presented at the Anxiety Disorders Association of America. Aside from her academic achievements, Dr Carmichael is a highly sought-after media personality and has been featured on ABC Nightline, Inside Edition, VH1, and other television shows. She has also been quoted in numerous print media outlets, including The New York Times, Forbes, Vanity Fair, Shape, Cosmopolitan, and Rolling Stone. Dr Carmichael's accomplishments extend beyond her career as a clinical psychologist. She is also a consultant at Baker McKenzie, the third-largest law firm in the world, and a sustaining member of the New York Junior League. Dr Carmichael has also volunteered her clinical and personal services to under-served populations, including homeless people, veterans with addictions, and poverty-level immigrants. In 2021, Dr Carmichael authored the book Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety, which Deepak Chopra endorsed. The book contains an entire chapter on mindfulness, in which Dr Carmichael is highly knowledgeable. She has been a certified yoga instructor since 2001 and completed coursework in Buddhism and meditation with Robert Tenzen-Thurman and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction as designed by Jon Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Dr Carmichael often blends her knowledge of mindfulness, self-discipline, self-compassion, and stress management with her psychology expertise to provide her clients with a well-rounded and holistic approach. Dr Carmichael has extensive speaking experience and has appeared at various events, including the Women's Health Summit at the 92Y. Her expertise, clinical psychology knowledge, compassion, and commitment to helping others make her an exceptional guest and resource for any high-profile media outlet or event. About The Global Discussion: The podcast features carefully curated guests from an exciting cross-section of creatives, leaders, and thinkers. New episodes are available on Apple, Google, and Spotify podcasts and several leading podcast platforms. You can listen to and watch the episodes on our dedicated YouTube channel and the website.  To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Audio: Spotify | Google | Apple  Video: YouTube | Website  Social Media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Helen Yu is a multifaceted and accomplished leader in the tech industry. As a Board Director, Fortune 500 Advisor, Top 50 Women in Tech, Host of CXO Spice, Keynote Speaker, and Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author, she has significantly contributed to the field and inspired many others. Helen is currently Founder & CEO at Tigon Advisory Corp, Vice Chair Board Of Directors at the Global Cybersecurity Association - GCA, Board Advisor at Pypestream, Member Board of Directors at KEENFOLKS, and she sits on the Advisory Board of Verras Capital LP. With over 20 years of experience in executive positions, Helen has built a reputation for her strategic thinking, innovative problem-solving skills, and ability to drive transformative change. Her deep understanding of customer experience, digital transformation, and emerging technologies has made her a sought-after advisor to businesses of all sizes. Helen's journey to the top of the tech industry began with her early work as a software engineer. She quickly realised her true passion was building and leading teams that could deliver innovative solutions to complex business problems. This passion led her to take on leadership roles at several high-growth startups, where she honed her skills in product development, go-to-market strategies, and business operations. Over time, Helen's reputation for driving growth and innovation caught the attention of Fortune 500 companies. She took on leadership roles at some of the world's largest and most respected technology companies, including Oracle, Adobe, and Microsoft. In these positions, she was responsible for developing and executing strategies that drove growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Helen's expertise in customer experience has been particularly influential in her career. As a pioneer in this field, she has helped businesses across industries create more meaningful, engaging, and valuable customer experiences. She has also been a vocal advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech industry, working to create more opportunities for underrepresented groups. In addition to her executive work, Helen is an accomplished author and speaker. Her book, "Ascend Your Startup: Conquer the 5 Disconnects to Accelerate Growth," was a Wall Street Journal Bestseller and has been widely praised for its insights into the challenges faced by entrepreneurs. She is also a sought-after speaker, regularly presenting at industry events and conferences. Helen has demonstrated a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation throughout her career. She has inspired many others to follow in her footsteps, serving as a mentor and advisor to emerging leaders in the tech industry. About The Global Discussion: The podcast features carefully curated guests from an exciting cross-section of creatives, leaders, and thinkers. New episodes are available on Apple, Google, and Spotify podcasts and several leading podcast platforms. You can listen to and watch the episodes on our dedicated YouTube channel and the website.  To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Audio: Spotify | Google | Apple  Video: YouTube | Website  Social Media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Dr Barnaby Taylor is a creative force; his work spans various mediums, genres, and disciplines, showcasing his diverse talents and interests, from writing to making and teaching film. As an author, Barnaby Taylor has written various books, and his work in film is equally impressive. He is an experienced Film and Digital Media Lecturer. As a Lecturer in Film Studies at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, he designed and delivered modules across the whole spectrum of the subject, both at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Barnaby's contribution to teaching in the School of Drama, Film and Music would include modules on Hollywood, European and World cinema; questions of film style and other aesthetic concerns; horror films; advanced research methods; and Mexican wrestling movies. Barnaby oversaw a team of academics and industry professionals delivering a suite of degree-level programmes in Film, Creative Media and Journalism, including Ireland's first Single Honours Level 8 Film degree. As well as teaching on the programme, he worked continuously to enhance the learner experience by establishing links with other institutions and audiovisual professionals as a Film, Creative Media and Journalism Programme Leader. As a Film and Digital Media Lecturer at Dublin Business Film, Barnaby now significantly contributes to all relevant learning, teaching and research activities across the Schools of Arts, Business and Marketing. He has designed and delivered a collaborative content creation project exploring contemporary digital platforms and redefining existing knowledge paradigms. He has developed innovative approaches to learning and teaching, specialising in hybrid and remote engagement, and generated innovative approaches to the challenges created by COVID-19. Barnaby received a 2021 National Forum T&L Teaching Hero Award for excellence in developing and executing innovative online teaching and learning approaches. About The Global Discussion: The podcast features carefully curated guests from an exciting cross-section of creatives, leaders, and thinkers. New episodes are available on Apple, Google, and Spotify podcasts and several leading podcast platforms. You can listen to and watch the episodes on our dedicated YouTube channel and the website.  To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Audio: Spotify | Google | Apple  Video: YouTube | Website  Social Media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Olivia Brooks is the Founder of Chronicles & Coffee. The company originated as a simple idea to join the writing and reading community on social media. Since September 2021, this idea has grown into an LLC business and works to provide a community in itself. From the Twitter page to Instagram, YouTube, and the podcast, Chronicles & Coffee is reaching out to all corners of the media to find the depths of the book industry. Olivia believes the book industry has hundreds of thousands of unheard voices that must be discovered and vocalized. Chronicles & Coffee stimulates those voices and conducts meaningful, casual, yet effective conversation. Oliva is keen to highlight that it is a space to unify all types of writers, readers, authors, publishers, and editors. The goal of Chronicles and Coffee is for the reader or listener to leave either feeling more comfortable in their skin as a creative, learn about a new book through the book reviews and chats, or hopefully leave entertained. The podcast allows the further ability to attain knowledge about this topic from a business that is on the rise. Chronicles & Coffee hope you can learn something from this communal space, whether through discussing the experiences and chronicles of someone in the industry, education about genres or writing advice you may have never heard of. Olivia is an undergraduate at Florida State University studying Editing, Writing, and Media with a minor in Communications. She is the editorial research assistant for the English Department and the Vice President of the Society of Collegiate Journalists. Olivia Brooks is also a comic book editor at Submarine Treehouse. In her free time, Olivia writes stories, both full-length and short fiction/fantasy, and is an avid reader! With two novels and a short story in the works, keep an eye out for published titles from Olivia soon. About The Global Discussion: The podcast features carefully curated guests from an exciting cross-section of creatives, leaders, and thinkers. New episodes are available on Apple, Google, and Spotify podcasts and several leading podcast platforms. You can listen to and watch the episodes on our dedicated YouTube channel and the website.  To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Audio: Spotify | Google | Apple  Video: YouTube | Website  Social Media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Minter Dial is a Professional Speaker, Storyteller, Author, and Consultant specialising in leadership, branding and transformation. Minter, who prides himself in elegantly elevating the debate, has given over 500 talks and seminars to audiences on five continents, including at SXSW, Twitch, Yext, Cision, Netexplo, and Tencent. He was voted Top 3 out of 150 speakers at the Adobe Summit EMEA three years in a row (2014-2015-2016). He is the author of four award-winning books, The Last Ring Home, A POW’s Lasting Legacy of Courage, Love, and Honor in World War II (2016), which was made into an award-winning documentary film for PBS and History Channel; Futureproof, How to get your Business Ready for the Next Disruption (co-written with Caleb Storkey and published by Pearson, 2017), winner of the Business Book Award 2018 in the category of Technology; Heartificial Empathy, Putting Heart into Business and Artificial Intelligence, which won the Book Excellence Award 2019 in the category of Technology and was a finalist for the Business Book Awards 2019. His last book, You Lead, How Being Yourself Makes You A Better Leader (Kogan Page, 2021), won the Business Book Awards 2022 in the category of Leadership. Minter is working on a new book, DIALOGOS, a featured publication on Substack, about fostering more meaningful conversation. Previously, he enjoyed a 16-year international career at L’Oreal, including Managing Director Worldwide of Redken, the Canadian subsidiary of the Professional Products Division (PPD) and on the Executive Committee worldwide of the PPD. Minter also worked at the DLJ investment bank, the Philadelphia Zoo, and the NJ State Aquarium. He has founded three startups, including a travel agency for entertainers and a high-end handmade leather Gladstone bag maker. He’s on the board of ECV School and was previously NED of LastminuteGroup and SBT-Humans Matter. He’s a renowned blogger and podcaster (in English and French) and passionate about the Grateful Dead, Padel Tennis and languages. About The Global Discussion: The podcast features carefully curated guests from an exciting cross-section of creatives, leaders, and thinkers. New episodes are available on Apple, Google, and Spotify podcasts and several leading podcast platforms. You can listen to and watch the episodes on our dedicated YouTube channel and the website.  To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Audio: Spotify | Google | Apple  Video: YouTube | Website  Social Media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Liza Donnelly is a writer and award-winning cartoonist with The New Yorker Magazine, where she has been drawing cartoons and writing about culture and politics for forty years. She has contributed to CBS News and CNN, creating political cartoons as well as live drawing special cultural and political events. Donnelly writes and draws for The New York Times, CNN Opinion pages, and the Washington Post. Liza is also a screenwriter, working on her third feature and currently pitching a documentary. Donnelly delivered a very popular TED talk, which was translated into 40 languages and viewed over 1.4 million times. She is a returning speaker at SXSW and has delivered talks at the United Nations in Liza Donnelly is a writer and award-winning cartoonist with The New Yorker Magazine, where she has been drawing cartoons and writing about culture and politics for forty years. She has contributed to CBS News and CNN, creating political cartoons and live-drawing special cultural and political events. Donnelly writes and draws for The New York Times, CNN Opinion pages, and the Washington Post. Liza is also a screenwriter, working on her third feature and a documentary. Liza has given talks at the United Nations in New York and Geneva, The New Yorker Festival, five TEDxes, universities, NGOs, and corporate venues in the US and abroad. Donnelly has been a Cultural Envoy for the US State Department, traveling worldwide to speak about freedom of speech, cartoons, and women’s rights. Donnelly is the creator of a new digital visual journalism called live drawing. For CBS News, CNN, and The New Yorker, she covered the DNC in 2016 and the 2017 Inauguration, the White House Press conference, and political protest marches. In 2016, Donnelly was the first cartoonist to be granted access on location to live draw the Academy Awards and red carpet; she returns every year as the Oscar cartoonist. Both on location and remotely, she covered presidential debates, the State of The Union, The Impeachment Trial, election returns, the Emmys, the Golden Globes, the Grammys, the BET Awards, the Tonys, the Olympics, the World Cup, the Superbowl, literary events, and more. Donnelly is the author/editor of seventeen books and is a member of the international project Cartooning for Peace, helping to promote understanding through humor. Her work has been in numerous exhibitions globally. Liza taught at Vassar College and the School of Visual Arts. A Distinguished Athena Fellow at Barnard College, Donnelly is a recipient of an honorary Ph.D. from the University of Connecticut and delivered the Graduate School Commencement address, was a Thurber Prize finalist (the award for written humor in the United States), and is a recipient of a Reuben Award, the Salon St. Just International Prize, France, the AAUW Women of Distinction Award, and the Forte Dei Marmi, Italy, Satire Award. She was honored with a solo exhibition in 2020 at the Norman Rockwell Museum. Her cartoons are in the Library of Congress Prints Collection, The Museum of Illustration, and in private collections, and her cartoons are collected in numerous books around the world. A member of PEN America, the AAEC, and the Author’s Guild. Liza lives in New York with her husband, New Yorker cartoonist Michael Maslin. About The Global Discussion: The podcast features carefully curated guests from an exciting cross-section of creatives, leaders, and thinkers. New episodes are available on Apple, Google, and Spotify podcasts and several leading podcast platforms. You can listen to and watch the episodes on our dedicated YouTube channel and the website.  To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Audio: Spotify | Google | Apple  Video: YouTube | Website  Social Media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Sophie Milliken MBE: Award-Winning Entrepreneur and Investor Sophie Milliken MBE is a powerhouse entrepreneur, investor, and author recognized with numerous awards for her contributions to business and education. As the CEO of Moja Group, she works with entrepreneurs and senior executives to help them amplify their profiles and become known authorities in their industries. Sophie's impressive career started with her first business, SRS, which she led to become the leading provider of assessment-centre simulations for universities. Under her leadership, the company trained over 30,000 students at these events and worked with major employers like M&S, JP Morgan, Expedia, and AXA to design and deliver their graduate recruitment campaigns. In addition to her work with Moja, Sophie is also the Chair of Smart Works Newcastle, a non-profit organization that helps women build their confidence and secure employment. She has succeeded dramatically in doubling the number of unemployed women who receive interview clothing and coaching across the North East and securing Dragons' Den star Sara Davies MBE as the charity's ambassador. Sophie's commitment to supporting female entrepreneurs and underrepresented groups in business also extends to her role as a non-executive director for Funding Focus Investment Trust plc. The investment trust provides access to high-growth businesses across the UK and Europe, led by entrepreneurs who identify as female and/or non-white ethnicity. Sophie is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. Her first book, From Learner To Earner, is a guide to securing the graduate job of your dreams. In contrast, her best-selling second book, The Ambition Accelerator, features advice from successful businesswomen, including Dragons' Den's star Sara Davies MBE and The Apprentice's Linda Plant. A podcast accompanies The Ambition Accelerator and includes interviews with the women in the book. As a keynote speaker, Sophie has been featured at various events, including university lectures and panel discussions. Her experience as an influential voice in business and her love for connecting with people makes her a sought-after guest for podcasts and other media. Sophie's passion for mentoring and supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs led her to become the Founding Ambassador for Every Child Needs a Mentor. The organization aims to connect children with positive role models who inspire them to reach their full potential. Sophie's diverse career and expertise in business and entrepreneurship make her an ideal guest for The Global Discussion podcast. Her experience supporting female entrepreneurs and underrepresented groups in business can offer valuable insights and inspire listeners to pursue their ambitions. About The Global Discussion: The podcast features carefully curated guests from an exciting cross-section of creatives, leaders, and thinkers. New episodes are available on Apple, Google, and Spotify podcasts and several leading podcast platforms. You can listen to and watch the episodes on our dedicated YouTube channel and the website.  To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Audio: Spotify | Google | Apple  Video: YouTube | Website  Social Media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Shelley Zalis is a renowned entrepreneur and feminist committed to breaking down barriers and empowering women in business. As the CEO of The Female Quotient, a female-owned and led company that aims to advance gender equality in the workplace, Zalis is a leading voice in the fight for gender equality. Born and raised in the United States, Zalis has always been passionate about business and innovation. She started her career in market research and quickly climbed the corporate ladder, becoming the CEO of OTX, a research-based consulting firm. In 2009, she founded Ipsos OTX, which she grew into a multi-million dollar business before leaving to start her own venture. Zalis is a visionary who is not afraid to challenge the status quo. In 2014, she founded The Girls' Lounge, a pop-up experience that provides a safe and welcoming space for women at male-dominated conferences. The Girls' Lounge has grown into a global community of women who support and uplift one another in their personal and professional lives. In 2016, Zalis founded The Female Quotient, a company that aims to advance gender equality in the workplace. The Female Quotient provides resources, training, and events that help women to thrive in business. Zalis has been a vocal advocate for gender equality, speaking at conferences and events worldwide. Zalis is also a published author. Her book "Unapologetically Ambitious: Take Risks, Break Barriers, and Create Success on Your Own Terms" offers a roadmap for women wanting to achieve their business and life goals. In the book, Zalis shares her own experiences as a female entrepreneur and provides practical advice for women who wish to break down barriers and create their own success. Shelley Zalis is a force to be reckoned with in the world of business and feminism. Her commitment to empowering women and breaking down barriers has made her a leading voice in the fight for gender equality. As an entrepreneur, author, and advocate, Zalis inspires women worldwide to pursue their ambitions and make their mark on the world. About The Global Discussion: The podcast features carefully curated guests from an exciting cross-section of creatives, leaders, and thinkers. New episodes are available on Apple, Google, and Spotify podcasts and several leading podcast platforms. You can listen to and watch the episodes on our dedicated YouTube channel and the website.  To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Audio: Spotify | Google | Apple  Video: YouTube | Website  Social Media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Simon Haigh is a highly acclaimed business, leadership, brand and personal growth strategist and transformational thought leader. He is globally acknowledged as an expert in negotiation and dealmaking. Simon is a certified leadership, executive and life coach. He is a mentor, consultant, advisor, CPD Accredited trainer, facilitator, certified mediator, adjunct lecturer, keynote speaker, media host, board/business advisor, lawyer and a 5-star Amazon author. Simon is a tri-qualified former corporate lawyer and investor/entrepreneur who has built and sold technology, luxury items, and travel companies, including Haigh & Hastings watches. He has been a C-suite multinational executive across four continents for over 30 years, working for NANA Development Corporation, Dell EMC, BHP, Xilinx Inc., Eneabba Gas, and other organizations. He has also been a non-executive director for numerous organizations worldwide in business, homeless, education, and media not-for-profits, including his investments in technology and luxury goods companies, such as Haigh & Hastings watches, Izabela Felinski, ENSO Initiatives, and STEERus. He is co-founder and partner of Inclusion in Leadership & Business Eye Advisory, collaborative trainer for Grant Thornton and Inclusio.io, and member of ChairX. Simon has been featured on various global media outlets such as the BBC in the UK, Australia's ABC television, Ireland's Newstalk Radio, and Dublin City FM & numerous worldwide radio and podcast channels. Simon's work and two books, "How to be a Better Dealcloser" and "Dealmaking for Corporate Growth," are endorsed by world no.1 leadership thinker Marshall Goldsmith. Additionally, he is an associate member of the Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Centered Coaching Organization. Simon's extensive experience in various industries, his expertise in negotiation and dealmaking, and his achievements as a leader make him a sought-after strategist and thought leader globally. About The Global Discussion: The podcast features carefully curated guests from an exciting cross-section of creatives, leaders, and thinkers. New episodes are available on Apple, Google, and Spotify podcasts and several leading podcast platforms. You can listen to and watch the episodes on our dedicated YouTube channel and the website.  To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Audio: Spotify | Google | Apple  Video: YouTube | Website  Social Media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Emily Chang is the Chief Executive Officer at Wunderman Thompson West. Emily is a renowned executive with over two decades of experience in customer experience, business strategy, cross-cultural team leadership, change management, and brand building. She has held senior positions in global companies such as Starbucks, Apple, P&G, IHG, and McCann Worldgroup. Emily is also a board of directors member and best-selling author of The SpareRoom. This book provides practical guidance on how to live a purposeful life by defining one's social legacy. Emily worked at P&G for 11 years in all three global business units, from front-end innovation to retail. She joined Apple in 2011 to establish the brand's face in China and was promoted to Head of Retail Marketing, Asia. In 2014, Emily joined IHG as CCO, where she was in charge of a 200-person corporate team and 5,200 on-property staff who generated $2.7B in revenue. In 2017, she moved to Starbucks to look after the company's branded customer experience, first as CMO of China and then as SVP of Marketing based in Seattle. Currently, Emily is the CEO of McCann Worldgroup, China. She has led 400+ creative people across McCann, MRM, and CRAFT agencies, partnering with some of the world's best brands to create innovative stories and customer experiences. Emily is known for her change leadership and entrepreneurial mindset. She thrives in ambiguity and sets a vision, establishing a culture to deliver delightful and brand-building customer experiences. Emily is a proven global organisation builder and leader with end-to-end business experience. Emily is also an Adjunct Professor at NYU SPS Integrated Marketing & Communications in Shanghai, where she teaches a 15-week course on "Finance for Marketing Decisions." Her course examines the financial impact of integrated marketing programs on a company's bottom line. It provides real-life cases, practical applications, and direct engagement with industry-leading C-suite executives. Emily is a member of the board of directors for SOS Children's Villages USA, the largest NGO dedicated to the care of orphaned and abandoned children. She has committed to contributing 100% of the retail sales of her book, The SpareRoom, to SOS. Through her family's spare bedroom, which has become a way to serve the community, Emily and her family have cared for sixteen hurt or vulnerable children and young people. Emily's book weaves poignant storytelling with thoughtfully designed exercises to provide inspiring yet practical guidance on how to live a richly purposeful life by defining one's own social legacy. Emily Chang is an exceptional marketing leader, author, and educator with a distinguished career in global companies. Her expertise in cross-cultural team leadership, change management, and brand building is recognised globally. She is committed to contributing to a meaningful mission through her work with SOS Children's Villages USA. Emily's book, The SpareRoom, provides practical guidance on how to live a purposeful life by defining one's own social legacy. * Emily joined Wunderman Thompson West, as Chief Executive Officer, in April 2023. This episode was recorded while Emily was the CEO of McCann Worldgroup, China. About The Global Discussion: The podcast features carefully curated guests from an exciting cross-section of creatives, leaders, and thinkers. New episodes are available on Apple, Google, and Spotify podcasts and several leading podcast platforms. You can listen to and watch the episodes on our dedicated YouTube channel and the website.  To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Audio: Spotify | Google | Apple  Video: YouTube | Website  Social Media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn