Lou Shapiro: Culture is Crucial.

About this episode

Lou Shapiro discusses the importance of corporate culture and his experiences in leadership roles.

Although he will tell you they are, The Steelers aren't the best thing to come from Pittsburgh -- that would be Lou Shapiro. Hailing from UPitt, Lou was the former president and CEO of Hospital for Special Surgery; ranked #1 for orthopedics in the nation for 14 straight years under his leadership. Currently, he advises and is a board member for a number of companies -- further applying his strategic mind in fresh and exciting ventures. Tune in to how Lou cultivates a meaningful corporate atmosphere, tackles big decisions, and all the new things he's Up2!

People in this episode

Guest: Lou Shapiro

Topics covered

• corporate culture
• leadership
• business strategy

Keywords

• Pittsburgh
• Hospital for Special Surgery
• orthopedics
• advisory roles

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Places: Pittsburgh

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