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This video profiles Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab Director Ralph Semmel, who discusses the vital role of empathy in innovation leadership. Drawing from his experience leading one of the nation's premier research and development centers, Semmel explores how fostering empathy within teams enhances creativity, strengthens collaboration, and drives breakthrough solutions to complex global challenges.

CIL Faculty Director, Christopher Myers, shared his insights in a recent Business Insider article on loyalty and why employees stay where they see their growth recognized and valued

Successful organizational learning is built on the foundations of effective performance feedback. New research reveals even when feedback is inconsistent, leveraged correctly, it can still boost performance

This video profiles restaurateur and chef Cindy Wolf, who shares her unique leadership abilities as a widely respected female chef in a male dominated industry. Chef Wolf has a relentless work ethic and drive, but she prioritizes care for her employees and patrons above all else with her intentional application of empathy, competence, and agility.

CIL Core Faculty Member, Suntae Kim, recently spoke with Marketplace about a growing tension within the B corp world

CIL Core Faculty Erik Helzer offered his expert commentary and insight to a recent Business Insider article on the President's approach to leadership and negotiation

Featuring Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP. Hosted by MBA candidate Shevann Steuben, this episode delves into Derrick's advocacy for lifelong learning, community-based leadership, and a modern perspective on the DEI movement. Derrick also discusses the challenges of high-level leadership, including loneliness and the importance of a trusted circle. His experiences offer profound lessons on leadership, resilience, and commitment to social progress.

This video profiles former NASA Flight Director Courtenay McMillan, who recently served as the Manager of Mission Integration & Operations for the International Space Station (ISS) program. The video explores the importance of leaders being open to rethinking decisions when new data is presented and how leaders manage uncertainty and crises.

Featuring Curtis Ravenel, a pioneer at the intersection of business and sustainability. Hosted by MBA candidates Sarah Adams and Priscilla Markin, this episode explores Curtis's career journey, from planned goals and serendipitous opportunities to a venture in the brewpub business that honed his financial acumen. Curtis shares pivotal moments at Bloomberg where he embraced a leadership role in sustainability, turning sustainable practices into revenue-generating strategies. He also reflects on handling failure, the value of discipline, and the importance of loving what you do to achieve success.

Featuring Brian Trelstad, Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School and Partner at Bridges Fund Management. Hosted by MBA candidates, Matt Rappaport and Megan Putman, this episode explores the role of competition, gamification, and social entrepreneurship in team dynamics and growth.

Featuring Dean James Steinberg, former Deputy National Security Advisor to President Bill Clinton and current dean of the SAIS school at Johns Hopkins University. Hosted by MBA candidates Sujit Koppula, Mike Zipperer, and Sara Bliden, this episode explores leadership across government and academia, decision-making contrasts, and the impact of evolving technology.

Organizations committed to inclusivity and hearing varied opinions should be aware that upwardly mobile individuals in socially diverse professional environments, are often faced with hurdles to jump, for their views to be heard and heeded. Featuring CIL Faculty Affiliate Sean Martin