The Lead the Future podcast with Dr. Vince Molinaro explores the challenges facing leaders today as they navigate uncertainty, ambiguity, and constant change. Leadership accountability is more important than ever as companies transform themselves amidst a dynamic technological, geopolitical, and social environment. This podcast features interviews with global leaders and tackles the hard topics of today so that leaders can be their best, build strong teams, and create inspiring cultures that help businesses thrive. Through these conversations, Dr. Vince Molinaro hopes to inspire leaders to lead the future with vision, passion, courage and accountability.
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May 6, 2026Episode 3222 min
3 Leadership Behaviors That Create Accountability
In this episode, Dr. Vince Molinaro speaks with Vivian Lewis, Vice President of Human Resources at Smile Train, about accountable leadership and the leadership behaviors that support ownership and accountability in the workplace. Drawing on Smile Train's experience as a rapidly growing global organization, the conversation explores how senior leaders build ownership in the workplace. Vivian shares practical insights into leadership behavior and leadership and organizational behavior, including how leaders clarify expectations, communicate intentionally, and operate with a one-company mindset. The discussion highlights the role of HR in shaping accountable leadership and supporting senior leaders as organizations grow in complexity.
July 16, 2025Episode 3134 min
The Leadership Community Behind Organizational Transformation
How do you lead when the pace of change is relentless and the path forward is anything but clear? In this episode of Lead the Future, Vince Molinaro sits down with Michelle E. DiEmanuele, Secretary of the Cabinet for the Ontario Public Service, to explore what it really takes to lead large-scale transformation in today's complex world. Drawing on her experience guiding a 70,000-person organization through a pandemic, Michelle shares powerful lessons on how leaders can drive meaningful, sustainable change—by building strong leadership communities, leaning into purpose, and transforming processes. In this episode we discuss: How to lead transformation with belief, purpose, and values Why a community of leaders is essential in high-velocity environments The subtle power of frontline presence and sensory leadership Why real, lasting change happens through process, not restructuring About the Guest: Michelle E. DiEmanuele has led transformation across public, private, and healthcare sectors. She currently serves as Secretary of the Cabinet for the Ontario Public Service, previously serving as President and CEO of Trillium Health Partners. Her leadership legacy includes introducing digital government services, driving healthcare innovation, and leading Canada's largest voluntary hospital merger. Tune in to discover how to build resilience, accountability, and purpose into your leadership — and how to foster a true community of leaders that can navigate change together. Listen, follow, and subscribe to Lead the Future with Vince Molinaro for more insights on leadership, culture, and organizational transformation. #Leadership #OrganizationalChange #EnterpriseLeadership #MichelleDiEmanuele #VinceMolinaro #LeadTheFuture #Transformation #LeadershipDevelopment #ChangeManagement
May 15, 202523 min
AI at Scale: Will Foussier on the Future of Leadership Development
In this episode of Lead the Future, Dr. Vince Molinaro sits down with Will Foussier, CEO and co-founder of AceUp, to explore how AI is transforming leadership development at scale. As a pioneer in tech-powered coaching, Will shares how his mission-driven mindset and belief in "doing well by doing good" has fueled his journey to create scalable, science-based leadership solutions. From insights into the real capabilities of AI in leadership to stories from Will's entrepreneurial and social impact background, this conversation is a must-listen for leaders navigating a rapidly evolving landscape.
February 4, 2025Episode 2925 min
Building and Scaling A Community of Leaders with Brad Furtney
In this episode of Lead the Future, Dr. Vince Molinaro sits down with Brad Furtney, Division President at EverCommerce, to uncover how Brad has successfully led the integration and growth of multiple acquired software companies. With over 25 years of leadership experience across diverse industries, Brad shares the strategies and insights that have driven 16% annual revenue growth, exceptional employee engagement scores, and a thriving culture of leadership development. "We've built a community of leaders that supports each other across companies, creating a culture where they can share their experiences and solve challenges together." – Brad Furtney, Group President
December 3, 2024Episode 2831 min
Unlocking Leadership Potential with Neil Hunter, Chief Learning Officer of Deloitte Canada
In this episode of the Lead the Future Podcast, host Vince Molinaro sits down with Neil Hunter, Chief Learning Officer of Deloitte Canada, to explore innovative approaches in leadership development. With over 30 years of experience, Neil shares insights into whole-person development, the future of work, and strategies for cultivating agility, resilience, and engagement in today's leaders. Discover how Deloitte leverages creative learning experiences, like chef school and improv classes, to foster a growth mindset and improve performance. Neil also discusses the evolving expectations of leadership, the power of community, and the impact of AI and neuroscience on talent strategies. Tune in for valuable perspectives on creating workplaces where leaders and teams thrive and learn how Deloitte's leadership initiatives are shaping the future.
October 29, 2024Episode 2744 min
Building a Community-Driven Culture: How PTC Empowers Leaders at Every Level
Join Vince Molinaro as he engages in a compelling conversation with Hege Sollie-Zetlmayer, Chief Human Resources Officer at PTC Therapeutics, a biopharmaceutical leader focused on treatments for rare diseases. In this insightful episode, Hege delves into her journey of developing a resilient HR function, the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, and how she helped steer PTC's leadership culture during times of crisis. She emphasizes the importance of nurturing a community-driven culture, where every employee plays a role in shaping the organizational values. Hege also highlights PTC's significant investment in leadership development, even during the toughest periods, and shares strategies for fostering trust and engagement among employees. Whether you're in HR or a business leader looking for practical insights, this episode covers essential topics including leadership accountability, organizational development, and creating a thriving culture that sustains success.
May 24, 2024Episode 2640 min
The Critical Role of HR Leaders in Driving Business Success and Organiza tional Transformation
In this insightful podcast, Vince Molinaro engages with Michelle Sangster, CHRO of Eclipse Automation, to explore her three-year transformative journey. The conversation highlights Michelle's strategic acumen in leading change and driving transformation. It delves into the challenges she faced in doubling the company's size swiftly, shifting focus from technical expertise to prioritizing people and infrastructure. This pivotal shift paved the way for Eclipse Automation's acquisition by Accenture, marking a significant evolution in scale and organizational dynamics. The podcast sheds light on the changing landscape of HR leadership, illustrating its critical role in driving business success and organizational transformation. Vince and Michelle's dialogue is a testament to the resilience and adaptability required for effective HR leadership, emphasizing its impact on fostering a culture of accountability, purpose, and community within the corporate world. Key leadership insights to listen for "People support what they help create." The role of a leadership contract in facilitating the consolidation and strategic alignment of leadership teams throughout a merger and acquisition (M&A) process. How Michelle redefines HR leadership Human Capital as Infrastructure The Strategic Ecosystem
February 20, 2024Episode 2526 min
Driving Strategy and Culture Transformation in the Face of Industry Disruption
On this episode of the Lead the Future Podcast, Dr. Vince Molinaro is joined by Frank Stramaglia, General Manager of Astellas Pharma Canada. At the time of this conversation, Astellas is in the middle of a culture transformation. Frank explains how multiple, significant changes in the industry are requiring his organization to operate, deliver, and approach things in totally different ways. Frank reflects on the past couple years, in which the organization needed to downsize a few times, and on how they are now needing to pivot and scale up as they prepare to launch multiple products in the near future. Both scenarios have presented different, but equally important challenges. Vince and Frank discuss the importance of investing the time to get everyone on board in projects of such high impact and different strategies for doing so. "I think getting people to get out of their comfort zone is the biggest learning when you're going through a period like this, we always default back to what I did before, and my experiences, and you have to remind people that while those things can help you, it's also very important to recognize that the environment we're in is a unique environment. It's one that none of us have dealt with before. And therefore, we've got to really be thinking differently about how we approach business challenges." – Frank Stramaglia
October 10, 2023Episode 2430 min
Investing in Developing a Leadership Contract and the Role of HR in Implementing It
New Gold Canada, Inc.'s Head of HR, Sharon Giraudel joins Dr. Vince Molinaro as a guest on the Lead the Future Podcast to discuss the importance of investing in developing a leadership contract and the vital role Human Resources plays in implementing the strategies, training, and resources for success.
September 5, 2023Episode 2236 min
Practice Preach Leadership Development
Leadership Development expert, James Prior, joins Dr. Vince Molinaro as a guest on the Lead the Future Podcast to dive deep into the pitfalls and traps many organizations fall into when addressing leadership development and advice for leaders looking to weave a culture of growth, connectedness, and accountability.
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