Elephants in the Boardroom

This month, we are joined by Pia Heidenmark Cook, one of the most prominent leaders in corporate sustainability, to discuss the urgent actions businesses must take to address climate change and integrate sustainability into their core strategies.A Senior Advisor to Teneo, Achilles, Eurazeo and Non Executive Director at organisations including Bupa, Pia advises how to develop and operationalise sustainability strategies and the implications for reputation strategies.As former Chief Sustainability Officer for IKEA, she led the development and implementation of the IKEA People and Planet Positive strategy. In this episode, Pia explains the importance of recognising shifts in consumer behaviour, the challenges of navigating a warming world, and the role of social media in fostering collaboration. Pia also emphasises the need for organisations to embed sustainability into their culture and inspire the next generation of leaders to act boldly for a sustainable future.As ever, hosts Graeme Codrington and Dean Van Leeuwen from TomorrowToday Consulting bring analysis of grey elephant activity they have seen over the past month. In this episode, the focus is on immigration. Hear about the demographic shifts driving immigration, the political implications, and the potential for businesses to view immigration as a strategic opportunity. With Graeme and Dean highlighting the need for a mindset shift to recognise the value of diversity and the importance of proactive immigration policies in addressing workforce shortages and economic challenges.Access further insights into how immigration is reshaping the world, receive strategic alerts about the 7 grey elephants and a host of other valuable resources by signing up here.Elephants in the Boardroom is powered by Achilles. Connect with Graeme and Dean:Connect with Graeme on LinkedIn here Email Dean at Dean@tomorrowtoday.consultingIf you're interested in learning more about the 7 Grey Elephants and how they're transforming the world you can download TomorrowToday's white paper here.  TomorrowToday Consulting empowers forward-thinking organisations to not just anticipate the future, but to shape it. Staying ahead of the curve is critical, and we provide the visionary thinking and strategic execution you need to thrive.Email hello@tomorrowtoday.consulting 

In this episode, hosts Graeme Codrington and Dean Van Leeuwen from TomorrowToday Consulting, are joined by CEO of Achilles, Paul Stanley for a discussion on the intricate world of global supply chains, examining both the challenges and opportunities they present. From ethical considerations like modern slavery to the necessity of building resilient and sustainable supply chains, we hear how companies can leverage data and technology to address these issues. The discussion also touches on the importance of embedding ESG principles into core business strategies and how businesses can strategically manage these complex challenges. We open the episode by unpacking stories from around the globe which are impacting the 7 Grey Elephants. This month we explore the subject of genetic data privacy, amid news of the recent bankruptcy of 23andMe. We reflect on the impact such data can have on personal health decisions and the foresight needed to protect this sensitive information from future risks. Highlighting the importance of pseudonyms in genetic testing to safeguard against potential misuse by government and insurance entities.Next, we spotlight the global water scarcity crisis, particularly the vital role of Himalayan glaciers in sustaining 40% of the world's population. We explore the alarming consequences of climate change on these glaciers, which could lead to devastating floods, landslides, and reduced river flows. The looming threat of "day zero" serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for solutions to enhance water security, with the far-reaching impacts of water shortages on agriculture, manufacturing, and political stability, demanding immediate attention and action from global leaders.Elephants in the Boardroom is powered by Achilles Connect with Graeme and Dean:Connect with Graeme on LinkedIn here Email Dean at Dean@tomorrowtoday.consultingIf you're interested in learning more about the 7 Grey Elephants and how they're transforming the world you can download TomorrowToday's white paper herewww.tomorrowtodayglobal.com/greyelephants  TomorrowToday Consulting empowers forward-thinking organisations to not just anticipate the future, but to shape it. Staying ahead of the curve is critical, and we provide the visionary thinking and strategic execution you need to thrive.Email hello@tomorrowtoday.consulting 

In the first episode of this new podcast by TomorrowToday Consulting, hosts Graeme Codrington and Dean Van Leeuwen explore the mega-trends reshaping the world and business. They introduce the concept of 'grey elephants' - highly probable, high-impact forces, consisting of angry people, aging populations, an angry planet, big squeezes, inequality, intelligent advances, and multipolarity, each presenting both challenges and opportunities for leaders across the globe.Dean and Graeme explore the geopolitical landscape shaped by Russia’s strategies and the rise of BRICS nations. They discuss the implications of a multipolar world, the impact of misinformation, and the ‘Kairos moment’ - the critical window of opportunity where leaders must act decisively. Rather than reacting too late, those who recognise these shifts early can turn uncertainty into competitive advantage.Connect with Graeme and Dean:Connect with Graeme on Linkedin Email Dean at dean@tomorrowtoday.consultingIf you're interested in learning more about the 7 Grey Elephants and how they're transforming the world you can download TomorrowToday's latest white paper here.https://academy.tomorrowtodayglobal.com/greyelephantsTomorrowToday Consulting empowers forward-thinking organisations to not just anticipate the future, but to shape it. Staying ahead of the curve is critical, and we provide the visionary thinking and strategic execution you need to thrive.Email hello@tomorrowtoday.consultingElephants in the Boardroom is powered by Achilles, Grey elephants represent significant, often overlooked opportunities and challenges.Kairos moments are unique opportunities that leaders must seize when they arise.Multipolarity is changing the global power dynamics.Organisations should develop proactive strategies to navigate geopolitical changes.Economic parity between BRICS and G7 nations is growing.The BRICS nations are emerging as a significant global economic force.Globalisation is facing challenges, leading to a need for adaptation.Aging populations will reshape industries and retirement concepts.