The Global Discussion

Margaret Molloy is the Global Chief Marketing Officer at Siegel+Gale, the Host of the podcast How CMOs Commit, and the Creator/Founder of WearingIrish. The Wearing Irish platform enables people to discover Irish brands and the makers behind them. As the creator of WearingIrish, Margaret helps Irish fashion designers tell their stories, helping to uplift all Irish industries, businesses and talent by positioning Ireland as a creative nation. The platform provides designers, shoppers and influencers with access and exposure to each other. It began as a passion project with a mission to tell the world the untold story of contemporary Irish fashion and the makers behind the creations. The #WearingIrish social media campaign captured global media attention in 2016. WearingIrish is now a movement online and offline with live salon programs in New York City and a popular blog that celebrates Irish fashion and accessory designers.  Margaret understands the value of hard work, keeping promises, and a commitment to community and connection. These same values are essential to top-performing brands and businesses. Marget shares a drive for community and connection, combined with a diligent operator work ethic that allows her to mobilize inclusive marketing teams across diverse industries, from tech to professional services to agencies, as the Global CMO at Siegal+Gale.  Margaret's awards include Marketing and Communications Team of the Year Shortlist 2023 (Campaign), LinkedIn Top 15 Voices in Marketing & Advertising (LinkedIn), B2B Marketer of the Year 2017 (The Drum), Marketing Society Fellow (2020), Top B2B Marketing Influencer 2021 (TopRank), Top Marketer/CMO on Twitter (Forbes), Top Irish Americans in Business (Irish America), Top 20 Most Important Women in Marketing 2022, (Agency Spotter). Her DEI work includes award-winning Women's Day, LGBT+ Pride, GENZ, Boomer, Black History Month, and Hispanic Heritage event programs. 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 - https://open.spotify.com/show/3QdMqfzyvca6EVlEJ80I4n Google - https://podcasts.google.com/search/TheGlobalDiscussion Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/the-global-discussion/id1668702566 Video:  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theglobaldiscussion Website - https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Social Media:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Global_Discuss LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theglobaldiscussion Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theglobaldiscussion Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheGlobalDiscussion

Gary Turner advises, guides and invests in technology start-ups and scale-ups in the UK and internationally. As an operator, he co-founded and led the growth of Xero in the UK from 2009 to 2021 and was a member of Xero's global leadership team for 12 years. Xero is a multi-award-winning cloud accounting platform with more than 3 million paying subscribers. He led Xero's UK business from £56k of revenue in its first year to over £150 million (USD$185m) and more than 850,000 business subscribers. He also guided Xero's successful market entry and growth in South Africa.   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

In this episode, we catch up with Ayse Birsel, an award-winning industrial designer, author, and founder of Birsel + Seck. Ayse is one of the world’s leading industrial designers. She has designed hundreds of products, and you’ve probably held or sat on something she has designed for Herman Miller Knoll, Target, or Toyota, among many others. She is the author of Design the Life You Love and is recognized as "The #1 Coach for Life Design.” Her design process, Deconstruction: Reconstruction™, is the red thread across all her work, including the book. Her work can be found in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). Ayse was born in Turkey and came to New York City with a Fulbright scholarship, where she now lives and works. Ayse Birsel is a visionary in the world of design and has been recognized for her work in creating functional and beautiful products. She has worked with major brands such as Herman Miller, General Electric, and Kettal. In addition to her work in design, Ayse is also an author. Her best-selling book "Design the Life You Love: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Meaningful Future" shares Ayse's unique process for designing a life that is both fulfilling and purposeful. The book has been praised for its approachable and actionable guidance and has helped countless people to achieve their personal and professional goals. Ayse is also the founder of Birsel + Seck, a design consultancy that specializes in human-centred design. Her approach to design has been embraced by clients and has helped to create meaningful and impactful products. In this episode, we will be talking to Ayse about her design philosophy, her approach to writing, and the lessons she has learned throughout her career. Join us as we explore the mind of one of the industry's leading voices and learn how to create a life and career that truly speaks to our passions and purpose. To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Social Media: Twitter - https://twitter.com/Global_Discuss LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theglobaldiscussion Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theglobaldiscussion Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheGlobalDiscussion

Tom Morley is the original drummer and founder of Scritti Politti, also recording with David Bowie and Madness. Tom is a stand-up drummer and team-building expert. He has also been recognized for his contributions to the music industry, receiving several awards and accolades over the years. Despite the changing musical landscape, he remains a respected figure in the world of new-wave and post-punk music and continues to inspire and influence new generations of musicians and fans.  Morley's dedication to his craft and innovative approach to drumming has made him a sought-after session player and producer. He has worked on a wide variety of projects, from album recordings to live performances, and his contributions have been highly valued by those he has collaborated with. As a result, he has become known for his versatility and technical mastery of the drums, which has made him a valuable asset to the music community.  Aside from his musical career, Morley is known for his strong commitment to environmental and social causes. He has used his platform to raise awareness about important issues and to support organizations that work towards making a positive impact. He has also been an advocate for the arts and has worked to promote music education in schools, believing that music should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or financial situation.  Tom Morley is not only a talented musician but also a skilled rockstar activator, team builder, and public speaker. Throughout his career, he has used his platform to bring people together and inspire them to work towards a common goal. He is known for his ability to build strong, cohesive teams and to motivate people to achieve their full potential.  Finally, Morley is also a skilled public speaker and has used his platform to share his ideas and inspire others. He is known for his ability to connect with audiences and engage them with his messages, and his speaking engagements have been well-received by audiences around the world.  In conclusion, Tom Morley is a talented musician and a visionary leader who has made a significant impact on the world. Whether he is performing on stage, working to bring people together, or inspiring others with his words, he continues to be a force for good in the world and a true master of his craft. To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Social Media: Twitter - https://twitter.com/Global_Discuss LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theglobaldiscussion Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theglobaldiscussion Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheGlobalDiscussion

Vanessa Fox O'Loughlin No 1 Bestselling Crime Writer *Sam Blake. Managing Director, The Inkwell Group Publishing Consultancy.  *Sam Blake herself is a character from the imagination of Vanessa Fox O'Loughlin, who is the founder of the multi-award-winning writing resources website Writing.ie, The Inkwell Group publishing consultancy, and is the founder of Murder One, Ireland's International Crime Writing Festival. Vanessa is a board member of the Society of Authors, the UK-based trade union that campaigns and lobbies at the government level on issues that affect authors.  Vanessa is also a fellow of the Royal Society for the Encouragement of the Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA) – notable past fellows include Charles Dickens, Benjamin Franklin, Stephen Hawking, Karl Marx, Adam Smith, Nelson Mandela, David Attenborough, William Hogarth and Tim Berners-Lee. A past chair of Irish PEN, she is the convenor of the Irish Chapter of the Crime Writers Association and has recently joined the CWA board. During our conversation, we delve into the writing process and discuss her latest book, "The Mystery of Four", and upcoming projects. If you're a fan of crime fiction, don't miss this episode! Join us as we delve into the mind of one of the genre's top authors and her latest book "The Mystery of Four." Sam Blake books include:  Something Terrible Happened Last Night The Mystery of Four Remember My Name High Pressure Little Bones The Dark Room Keep Your Eyes On Me No Turning Back In Deep Water To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Social Media: Twitter - https://twitter.com/Global_Discuss LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theglobaldiscussion Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theglobaldiscussion Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheGlobalDiscussion

Sam Sethi is an award-winning Radio Presenter and Managing Director of River Radio. Every Friday, James Cridland and Sam Sethi review and analyse the week's top podcasting news as covered on Podnews. They also interview some of the biggest podcast names making the news! Episode 100 was the last Podland, and their special guests were Adam Curry and Dave Jones from the Podcast Index, talking about the past, present and future of podcasting, Podcasting 3.0, Value4Value and Phase 6 of the Podcast Index. Sam and James returned the following week with the new show, the PodNews Weekly Review. Sam speaks about podcasting at several of the industry's most significant and best-known events. To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com   Social Media: Twitter - https://twitter.com/Global_Discuss LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theglobaldiscussion Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theglobaldiscussion Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheGlobalDiscussion

Heather Monahan is a 2X Best-Selling Author, a global Top 50 Keynote Speaker, a Podcast Host of Creating Confidence, a TEDx speaker, and a member of the Board of Directors of Healthlynked Corp. Having successfully climbed the corporate ladder for 20 years; Heather is one of the few women to break the glass ceiling and claim her spot in the C-suite. As a Chief Revenue Officer in Media, Heather Monahan is a Glass Ceiling Award winner, named one of the most Influential Women in Radio in 2017; Thrive Global named her a Limit Breaking Female Founder in 2018 and in 2021, Girls Club named her the Thought Leader of the Year. Heather’s book Confidence Creator shot to #1 on Amazon’s Business Biographies, and Business Motivation lists the first week it debuted on Amazon. Heather’s show, Creating Confidence, debuted on the Top 200 shows on Apple podcasts. Her guests include Sara Blakely, Gary Vaynerchuck, Ryan Serhant, and Kaitlyn Bristowe, among many other noteworthy celebrities and entrepreneurs. Heather was named one of the Top 50 Keynote Speakers for 2022 by Real Leaders. Her TedX talk was promoted to TED and translated into six languages. Harper Collins Leadership published her new book Overcome Your Villains in November 2021.   Heather has been featured in USA Today, CNN, Forbes, Fast Company, Gary V’s Audio Experience and The Steve Harvey Show. Heather and her son Dylan reside in Miami. To learn more about The Global Discussion, please visit: https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com Social Media: Twitter - https://twitter.com/Global_Discuss LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theglobaldiscussion Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theglobaldiscussion Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheGlobalDiscussion

Simon Alexander Ong ignites people's imagination of what is truly possible so that they can live a life of meaning, purpose and fulfilment. Everything that Simon does is built around inspiring people to see their world differently and igniting their imagination of what is truly possible so that they can unleash their deepest potential. From a young age, Simon has always been curious about learning and exploring the areas of personal fulfilment, human potential and organisational success. This curiosity was accelerated following his departure from the financial industry, in which he began his career following graduation from the London School of Economics. Studying the mindset and habits of successful leaders and organisations, Simon enjoys distilling his insights into lessons that can be easily understood and codifying the key principles that have had the biggest impact. He shares his insights, lessons and wisdom with all who are committed to upgrading their life and business to the next level. He speaks at international events, conferences and corporate events that have included those organised by Google, the London School Of Economics, Barclays UK, The Institute Of Directors, Virgin, O2, Salesforce, 10 Downing Street, Natwest, Enterprise Nation and Microsoft. As a life coach and business strategist, Simon also helps leaders, entrepreneurs, organisations and celebrities to transcend perceived limitations and experience extraordinary transformations through the power of insight, perspective and energy management. Simon's views, from his work as a coach and speaker, have seen him featured in a wide range of publications that include the likes of The Financial Times, Women's Health, HuffPost, Cosmopolitan, Forbes, Virgin StartUp and Harvard Business Review. He has also been interviewed on Sky News, BBC Radio London, LBC radio's Business Hour show and for Barclays UK adverts. 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 Social Media: Twitter - https://twitter.com/Global_Discuss LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theglobaldiscussion Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theglobaldiscussion Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheGlobalDiscussion

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