Denison’s 2024 Global Forum

Business Success: Culture as a Key Performance Engine
October 16-17, 2024 | Virtual Event

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Join us virtually for Denison Consulting’s Annual Global Forum on October 16-17, 2024, from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM ET/3:30 PM – 6:30 PM CET.

For our Global Forum this year, we are bringing to life the connection of culture and performance through exciting C-suite client success stories, industry luminary sessions, and new analysis that you can use today. This is the must-attend event for business leaders and executives aiming to elevate their performance metrics through a data-driven approach to culture.

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Denison’s 2024 Global Forum Speakers

Pierre Schuurmans
COO & Partner
Birch Hill Equity Partners

Kristin Orlowski
Chief People Officer
Calibre Scientific

Brad Bunn
Vice Director
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)

Dr. Charles Barber
Co-Chair
Chief Diversity’s Council for the Federal Government

Khalid Temairik
CEO
Basamh Trading and Industries Group

Jason Bingham
CEO & President
Springs Window Fashions

Helen Irving
CEO & President
Schwartzman Animal Medical Center

Matthew Stevens
CEO & President
The Bay Club Company

Jay Ferro
EVP, Chief Information, Technology & Product Officer
Clario

Michael Ross
Lecturer at Stanford GSB, HR Tech Investor, and former CHRO at Visa

Sandi Karrmann
SVP, Chief Human Resources Officer
Kimberly-Clark

Andy Mattes
2x Public Company CEO, Board Member, McKinsey Senior Advisor

Denison’s 2024 Global Forum Agenda

Wednesday, October 16

9:30-9:50 AM ET - Denison Welcome & Intro - The New Denison

Join Denison Consulting’s Chairman, Joe Eazor, CEO, Gerard Brossard, and Founding Partner, Dan Denison, for an intro to the new Denison Consulting.

9:50-10:50 AM ET - Culture & Performance: Driving Success in M&A and Acquisitive Growth Environments

Join Pierre Schuurmans, COO & Partner at Birch Hill Equity Partners, and Matthew Stevens, CEO of Bay Club, as they explore how culture drives operational excellence and M&A success in Private Equity. Learn how Birch Hill leverages data-driven strategies and the Denison Model to enhance performance, while Matthew shares how a strong culture fuels growth at Bay Club. Gain actionable insights on using culture as a strategic asset for long-term success and transforming your organization into a high-performing powerhouse.

10:55-11:45 ET - Harnessing Culture to Drive Strategic Success

Join Helen Irving, CEO of Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC), to explore how a strong organizational culture drives veterinary excellence. AMC, the world’s largest non-profit animal hospital, provides 24/7 care for over 54,000 patients annually, conducts groundbreaking research, and trains 2,500+ veterinary leaders. Learn how AMC’s culture supports its strategic goals, from $3.6 million in charitable care to a $125 million hospital expansion. Discover how culture fuels AMC’s success in compassion, innovation, and excellence, and gain insights to transform your own organization.

11:45 AM - 12:25 PM ET - Reimagining How We Harmonize Diversity & Meritocracy

Join Dr. Charles Barber, a seasoned federal leader, for a conversation that will center on how to better leverage data acumen and a laser focus on culture to reimagine how we cultivate the synergy between meritocracy and diversity. This talk depicts a great example of a leadership polarity, “it does not have to be diversity or meritocracy…but it can be both and”.

Thursday, October 17

9:30-9:40 AM ET - Welcome & Themes from Day 1

Join the Denison team for a brief recap of themes from Day 1.

9:40-10:20 AM ET - The Defense Logistics Agency: Building Agility in a Transformative Era Through People and Culture

Join Brad Bunn, DLA’s Vice Director, as he explores the four transformation imperatives of the Defense Logistics Agency. DLA’s Strategic Plan 2025 – 2030 focuses on Four Transformation Imperatives: People, Precision, Posture, and Partnerships. For 20 years DLA has taken an intentional approach to culture and leadership development, recognizing that the Mission requires a workforce that is prepared to meet tomorrow’s challenges. You will learn why DLA believes that Mission, Strategy, and Culture are inextricably linked.

10:20-11:00 AM ET - Start Up Phase: Building a Winning Culture and High Performing Team from the Beginning as a New CEO

Join Jason Bingham, CEO of Springs Window Fashions, for a session designed to provide new C-suite leaders with a clear understanding of key objectives to achieve from the outset. This presentation will cover a detailed startup process aimed at ensuring success in a new leadership role, emphasizing the importance of defining goals and executing them effectively.

10:55-11:45 AM ET - Basamh Group: Driving a Purpose-Driven Culture

Join Khalid Temairik as he shares the remarkable journey of transforming a modest family business into a Middle Eastern CPG powerhouse. Discover how Basamh Group’s dynamic culture fuels innovation, powers iconic brands like Goody, and fosters global partnerships with industry leaders like General Mills.

10:55-11:45 AM ET - Culture and Talent Wins Every Time – Why Does Investing in Leadership & Culture Lead to Positive Results?

Kristin Orlowski, Chief People Officer at Calibre Scientific, brings over 20 years of experience across various industries. She has seen firsthand how investing in leadership and culture, with discipline and consistency, can lead to people performance turnarounds, driving strong business and financial results. In this session, Kristin shares insights on the key elements for success, from executive buy-in to measuring and recalibrating progress. She will also highlight best practices using Denison leadership tools and Calibre’s journey in building leadership development and culture transformation, featuring stories from leaders positively impacted by her team’s efforts.

11:45 AM-12:25 PM ET - A View from the C-Suite: Culture as a Performance Lever

Join an exclusive panel of industry leaders—Jay Ferro, Michael Ross, Andy Mattes, and Sandi Karrmann—as they explore how culture drives business performance and transformation. Moderated by Denison Consulting’s Joe Eazor and Gerard Brossard, this session will cover key topics like culture’s role in M&As, global vs. local cultural dynamics, and its impact on innovation and financial outcomes. With insights from tech, HR, manufacturing, and more, the panel will provide actionable strategies to leverage culture as a powerful tool for growth and competitive advantage.

Highlighted presentations from Denison’s 2023 Forum:

A CEO’s Perspective: Directly Linking Company Culture​ & Company Performance
Speakers: Joe Eazor
Multi-Time CEO & Board Member

Chapter 1: It Starts with Culture
Speakers: Darren Solomon & Robin Fribance
Richmond Hill Public Library

Creating a Culture Where Anything is Possible
Speakers: John Hoderny
GS1 US

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