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Introducing: Leaders with Francine Lacqua

Friday, March 13, 2026 • Duration 01:30

What makes a leader successful? Francine Lacqua interviews top CEOs and global industry leaders for candid lessons on leadership, management, and the future of work.

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Melinda French Gates on Tech, Billionaire Wealth and Why She Worries About the Truth

Monday, March 16, 2026 • Duration 24:44

Having navigated some of life’s most defining transitions, Melinda French Gates reflects on the choices that set her path—from Microsoft executive to philanthropist and now founder of Pivotal. She shares how values-based leadership, resilience and the courage to embrace “the next day” have guided her through change, power and public scrutiny.

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Preview: Georges Elhedery on HSBC’s AI-Powered Reset

Monday, March 23, 2026 • Duration 02:55

In next week's episode, host Francine Lacqua speaks with Georges Elhedery, chief executive of banking giant HSBC. Here's a preview of that conversation where he talks about why the use of artificial intelligence at the bank is not optional.

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‘I Was Ruthless About Killing Complexity’: HSBC CEO on Rewiring the Bank

Monday, March 30, 2026 • Duration 24:00

HSBC CEO Georges Elhedery joins Francine Lacqua to explain why he is “ruthless about killing complexity” as he pushes through an AI-fuelled overhaul of one of the world’s biggest banks. He reflects on leadership, integrity and cultural fluency, and shares how HSBC is adapting to geopolitical tensions, shifting trade routes and the rapid rise of generative AI.

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Preview: Shell CEO Wael Sawan on 'Peak Oil Demand'

Monday, April 6, 2026 • Duration 02:25

In next week's episode, host Francine Lacqua speaks with Wael Sawan, chief executive of oil giant Shell. Here's a preview of that conversation where he shares his outlook for global energy demand.

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Preview: Skims Founding Partner Emma Grede on What It Takes to Grow from $10m to $100m

Monday, April 20, 2026 • Duration 03:22

In next week's episode, host Francine Lacqua speaks with Emma Grede, chief executive and co-founder of Good American and founding partner of loungewear and shapewear brand Skims. Here's a preview of that conversation where she shares the realities behind early success, why hiring adaptable, flexible thinkers matters more than rigid experience, and how the people you need evolve as a company grows.

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Shell Boss Wael Sawan on Tough Calls, Regret and Leading Through Uncertainty

Monday, April 13, 2026 • Duration 24:31

Shell Chief Executive Officer Wael Sawan joins Francine Lacqua to discuss the oil major's controversial strategy around the energy transition, and fostering a culture that shifts from “all-knowing” to “all-learning.” He reflects on navigating volatility in the global energy system, emphasizing disciplined decision-making and focusing on what leaders can influence going forward. This interview was recorded on Dec. 11, 2025

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Preview: Blackstone's Jon Gray on the Moment His Career Could Have Ended

Monday, May 4, 2026 • Duration 03:14

In next week's episode, host Francine Lacqua speaks with Jon Gray, president and chief operating officer of Blackstone Group. Here's a preview of that conversation, in which he talks about leading Blackstone's leveraged buyout of Hilton Hotels, which after a difficult road became the most profitable private equity real estate deal ever.

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Emma Grede on the Kardashians and Why Work From Home Is ‘Career Suicide'

Monday, April 27, 2026 • Duration 25:00

Francine Lacqua sits down with Emma Grede—the power behind Good American and a founding partner of Skims—to unpack what it really takes to build a billion-dollar brand. Grede goes beyond the headlines, revealing the chaos behind her $1 million launch day and the mindset that helped her push through challenges. From "radical honesty" in leadership to bold views on work, ambition and success, she reveals the principles that have shaped her rise—and why she’s now stepping into the spotlight to help others do the same.

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Blackstone's Jon Gray on Building a $1.3 Trillion Wall Street Giant

Monday, May 11, 2026 • Duration 24:50

What does it take to lead through a near-disaster and turn it into a $14 billion win? In this episode, Blackstone President and Chief Operating Officer Jon Gray shares lessons from the financial crisis, revealing why staying calm, backing the right businesses and building trust can make or break a leader. He also opens up about shaping culture, retaining top talent and leading with humanity—offering a rare inside look at how one of the world’s biggest investment firms navigates uncertainty.

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