‘Executive Decisions’ is a CNBC podcast offering a rare window into the minds of top decision-makers. Hosted by seasoned financial journalist Steve Sedgwick, each episode explores the pivotal choices that shape the careers and legacies of influential business leaders and policymakers. Through candid conversations about risk, doubt and conviction, the series reminds us that even the most powerful face uncertainty and trade-offs.
The first season of 'Executive Decisions’ will launch on November 11th.
In this episode of Executive Decisions, Steve Sedgwick sits down with Estelle Brachlianoff, CEO of Veolia, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, innovation and sustainability.
Estelle shares her remarkable career journey, shaped by the influence of her trailblazing mother and grandmother. Originally drawn to astrophysics, she ultimately chose ecological transformation, driven by curiosity and a passion for creating meaningful impact.
Throughout the discussion, Estelle underscores the value of trusting your instincts and taking decisive action, illustrating these principles with pivotal moments from her own career. She opens up about the challenges of balancing professional ambitions with personal life, and how initiatives like “Veolia Cares” reflect her commitment to progressive workplace policies.
The conversation also explores the urgent need for bold environmental solutions amid political complexities, and Estelle offers her perspective on the growing role of AI in shaping executive decisions.
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