Office Hours
Welcome to Office Hours presented by ProMazo. Getting that first job and succeeding as a young professional can often be a daunting, scary and difficult process. It can often feel overwhelming and like you going at it all alone.
Well we're here to help and be your guide throughout the whole young professional career cycle from career discovery to getting your first job and succeeding once you nab that first role. In each episode, we'll sit down with some of the world's top business leaders and entrepreneurs to give you the inside track on how they became successful. Office Hours is a masterclass on how to navigate your early career, gain the skills you need to get to the next level and identify the tools to discover where you want to go.
Episodes
86 episodes
Walgreens: Former EVP and Global Chief Medical Officer - Kevin Ban
Do you wonder if you can pursue your own interests in the corporate world? Have you ever worried that your successes are only going to count if they involve titles and money? Kevin Ban, who was the Executive Vice President and Global Chief Medi...
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TechUnited: Vice President, Strategy & Operations - Jasmine Ward
Should you be taking that job while you're studying in college? More importantly, how can you balance studying and working at the same time? While it can be difficult to balance school and work, doing so can allow you to gain early career exper...
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Cox Enterprises: Senior Director of Enterprise Architecture - Dane Bamburry
It can be scary to realize careers aren’t predictable. But, discovering them is part of the journey. Dane Bamburry, the Senior Director of Enterprise Architecture at Cox Enterprises, says that being curious and saying yes to new experiences hel...
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Inspire Brands: Former Chief People Officer - Natalie Rothman
Success in HR, or any career, comes down to knowing your value, building relationships, and always staying open to feedback. Natalie Rothman, the former Chief Human Resources Officer of Inspire Brands, reflects on how she’s navigated three deca...
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Cummins: Chief Information Officer - Earl Newsome
Have you ever thought a military leader and business executive would be DJ’ing in their spare time? In this episode, West Point graduate and Cummings’ Chief Information Officer, Earl Newsome, shares his journey from a tech-oriented teen to an e...
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American Airlines: Pascual Alvarez - Managing Director of Customer Care
Sometimes, you grow into passion by simply saying yes to the opportunities right in front of you. Pascual Alvarez, the Managing Director of Customer Care at American Airlines, says that exploration, persistence, and curiosity are the tools that...
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Autodesk: Kristen Collins - Director of Global Purchasing Operations and Technology
What is one thing students should do more of in the first six months of their first internship or job? According to Kristen Collins, the Director of Global Purchasing Operations and Technology at Autodesk, the answer is to be curious and ask qu...
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AirBnb: Global Head of Research and Innovation - Monica Dreger
Building a career at the intersection of research, innovation, and business impact takes more than just following the rules. It takes curiosity, adaptability, and the confidence to ask better questions. Monica Dreger, the Global Head of Researc...
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Charles Schwab: Managing Director - Faris Matalka
Faris Matalka, the Managing Director at Charles Schwab, unpacks his journey from his multicultural upbringing to his extensive experience in finance and managing critical strategies in this insightful interview. With a keen understanding of tra...
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Johnson Controls: Former President, Americas - Nate Manning
What does it take to rise through the ranks in engineering and operations? Nate Manning, the former President, Americas, of Johnson Controls, shares his journey from engineering to leading global teams at major companies like GE and Johnson Con...
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Aflac: Former EVP and CIO - Sheila Anderson
Success in technology isn’t just about knowing how things work, it’s about knowing why they matter and how to communicate this in business. Shelia Anderson, the former Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Aflac, says that l...
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IHG: Chief Financial Officer - Michael Glover
Stepping out of your comfort zone and gaining international experience could be a key to long-term growth and success in your career. In this insightful interview, Michael Glover, Chief Financial Officer of IHG, highlights the transformative im...
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NEA: Former Partner - Vanessa Larco
We’re often told to play it safe—but what if safety is the thing holding us back? In a world where big tech feels like the default path, Vanessa Larco challenges the idea that stability is the ultimate goal. From building her fou...
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Oliver Wyman: CEO - Nick Studer
Ever wondered what people mean when they say they have fun at their job? Turns out, Nick Studer, CEO of Oliver Wyman, believes this isn’t just a bonus—it’s the key to long-term career success. In this episode, he shares why enjoying your work i...
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Dynatrace: Chief Transformation Officer - Colleen Kozak
There are so many different components in growing throughout your career. Whether it’s growing your relationships and network, your own individual skills, or your position in a company, personal growth is at the core of any type of career devel...
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45:49
Oracle: Group VP of Cloud Engineering Services - Doron Bar-Caspi
What should you really focus on in college to best prepare yourself for success? Why is empathy a need-to-have skill in the modern workforce? And what things do we need to do to be successful as mentees? Doron Bar-Caspi, the Group VP of Cloud E...
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53:21
Stealth Startup: Co-Founder and CEO - Aleeza Hashmi
Being open-minded, inquisitive, and focused on your individual career path are three things that helped Bessemer Venture Partners' Aleeza Hashmi become one of the top VC investors. In this interview, Aleeza shares her advice about switching maj...
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Home Depot: CIO and EVP - Angie Brown
Beginning her career journey in a time when technology was on the cusp of reshaping retail, Angie explored the early stages of digital innovation and quickly recognized the opportunity in this changing landscape. Her trajectory from the start o...
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Rethink Capital Partners: Rick Segal - Founder and Former CEO
Opening your mind to a variety of career paths is no easy task in college. The reality, though, is that most professionals work outside of their degree. Having a lifelong interest in learning can open up doors you never thought you’d even consi...
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Forge Capital: Founding Partner - Matt McCall
Concepts of energy, fulfillment, intentionality, or consciousness are rarely discussed in terms of career and work. However, Matt McCall, founder of Forge Capital, goes into some incredible depth on just how related the ideas are. Becoming the ...
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Microsoft: Chief Growth Officer - Hina Patel
Being dedicated, curious, and thoughtful are three things that helped Microsoft's Hina Patel become one of the top leaders in the industry. And she's absolutely packed with knowledge about both the art and science of selling which she shares wi...
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45:33
Kinnevik: Investment Director - Tatiana Shalalvand
It can be easy to feel as if you are trapped to solely do work related to your major as you graduate college and enter the workforce. If that were the case though, then our guest Tatiana Shalalvand likely wouldn't be where she is now working as...
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Intel: CFO - David Zinsner
Landing your first job — and figuring out where it can lead — can feel overwhelming. That’s exactly why Office Hours exists.In this episode, we’re joined by David Zinsner, Chief Financial Officer at Intel, who shares the unexpec...
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Sysco: Former Chief Supply Chain Officer - Marie Robinson
Stepping outside your comfort zone and being willing to take risks can shape the trajectory of your career. In this episode of Office Hours, Marie Robinson, Sysco's former Chief Supply Chain Officer, shares how her journey from small-town Alaba...
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RealPage Inc.: Chief Human Resources Officer - Paul Sexton
How can we learn to jump at opportunities we are given while also maintaining a strong work-life balance? This is a question that perplexes many recent graduates who are just starting their careers. In this interview, Paul addresses the idea of...
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