KPMG in collaboration with the University of Melbourne, will be launching a leading piece of research on Trust in Artificial Intelligence, a global study measuring the general population’s experience, use and attitudes towards AI.   KPMG International’s Global Head of Corporate Affairs Jane Lawrie recently sat down with Nicole Gillespie, Chair in Trust and Professor of Management, University of Melbourne, to share their thoughts on the initial survey findings, and the importance of trust in organizations.   The full survey will be released in the spring 2025 so stay tuned to find out more

This season we are marking 10 years of the KPMG CEO Outlook and talking to business leaders and innovative thinkers across industries, countries and continents to better understand what drives them, how they are navigating challenges, their views on the greatest risks to growth and how they make the difference. Outlook of the CEO looks back at the last decade as well as considering the opportunities and obstacles that lie ahead. In this episode, Jon Holt, Chief Executive and Senior Partner, KPMG UK and Switzerland, interviews Bill Winters, Group Chief Executive of Standard Chartered. With over 35 years of experience in the financial sector Bill has led Standard Chartered through a number of significant transformations in areas including bringing a strong focus to sustainable finance and digital innovation. Together Jon and Bill discuss the economy, geopolitical tensions, AI, hybrid working, sustainability and leadership.

This season we are marking 10 years of the KPMG CEO Outlook and talking to business leaders and innovative thinkers across industries, countries and continents to better understand what drives them, how they are navigating challenges, their views on the greatest risks to growth and how they make the difference. Outlook of the CEO looks back at the last decade as well as considering the opportunities and obstacles that lie ahead. In this episode, Jane Lawrie, KPMG’s Global Head of Corporate Affairs, interviews the global economist and author, Baroness Dambisa Moyo. Baroness Moyo is a world-renowned economist and author of four New York Times Bestselling Books, she has sat on a number of corporate boards and has been named by Time Magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.   Baroness Moyo talks about the future of the world economy, how AI can solve the world’s most intractable problems and the new growth it brings, and her reasons for optimism.

This season we are marking 10 years of the KPMG CEO Outlook and talking to business leaders and innovative thinkers across industries, countries and continents to better understand what drives them, how they are navigating challenges, their views on the greatest risks to growth and how they make the difference. Outlook of the CEO looks back at the last decade as well as considering the opportunities and obstacles that lie ahead. In this episode, John McCalla-Leacy, KPMG’s Head of Global ESG, interviews the Honorable Mia Mottley, the first female Prime Minister of Barbados, a role she has held since 2018. The Prime Minister speaks about the pressing climate crisis, how AI and tech is changing business, and the importance of engaging people when building a sustainable future.  

Is gender equality still a boardroom issue? For many CEOs, the broad range of crises impacting the world right now risk pushing equality and diversity down their agenda, but getting IDE right remains crucial for the success of a business and for the benefit of wider society. In the latest edition of Global Perspectives from KPMG, Halla Mohieddeen chats to Hollywood star Geena Davis about her own mission to achieve greater representation of women on-screen. Halla is also joined by KPMG’s Global Chief Digital Officer, Lisa Heneghan, who shares her own personal experiences of tackling gender equality in the world of tech and STEM.

With central banks taking a tough approach on interest rates, are businesses facing the prospect of a prolonged global recession? In the latest episode of Global Perspectives with Halla Mohieddeen, we’re joined by The Times Economic Editor, Mehreen Khan and KPMG Global Head of Clients & Markets, Regina Mayor, to hear their views on the current economic outlook.

The rise of geopolitical uncertainty and polarization is raising doubts over the future of global trade. Is cross-border collaboration a thing of the past? In the latest edition of Global Perspectives, Halla Mohieddeen chats to former Danish Prime Minister and NATO Secretary General, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, and KPMG’s Global Head of ESG John McCalla-Leacy, to hear their views on the need for political and business leaders to stay connected.

In uncertain times, how can CEOs truly shine with effective leadership that embraces talent, sustainability and equity? In the latest Global Perspectives with Halla Mohieddeen, French entrepreneur and change practitioner, Celine Schillinger, is joined by KPMG Global Head of Corporate Affairs, Jane Lawrie, to discuss the need for greater purpose and shared values as tools to unlock growth.   

CEOs around the world are facing crises on multiple fronts – from geopolitical and economic uncertainty to climate change. Do gatherings like Davos remain appropriate platforms for leaders to strategically respond to the challenges of today? Halla Mohieddeen chats to former Finnish Prime Minister and WEF regular, Alexander Stubb about his views on the need for greater globalization and international collaboration. She’s also joined by KPMG Global CEO and Chairman, Bill Thomas.

What role can the tech sector play in driving a return to sustainable growth in 2023? In the latest Global Perspectives podcast, Halla Mohieddeen is joined by former BBC economics and technology journalist Rory Cellan-Jones, discussing the need for the industry to be accessible and simplified. Halla also chats to KPMG’s Alex Holt, who offers his prognosis for the tech sector in an increasingly uncertain year ahead.

2023 looks set to be a year of uncertainty and geopolitical unease. The last few years have transformed how CEOs need to think, strategize and respond. In the latest Global Perspectives podcast, business anthropologist, Elizabeth Briody, chats to Gillian Tett about her experiences studying workplace culture and how blended working models and international cultural differences can create huge challenges for decision makers. Gillian is also joined by KPMG’s new Global Head of Clients and Markets, Regina Mayor, to discuss how some CEOs are adapting and embracing change, focusing more than ever on purpose and agile leadership.

The latest KPMG Cyber Trust Insights report reveals 80% of leaders understand the importance of cyber security, but is an acknowledgement of the issue really translating into proactive CEO action? In the latest Global Perspectives, Halla Mohieddeen goes beyond the data with international cyber security expert Menny Barzilay and KPMG's Global Cyber Security Practice Leader, Akhilesh Tuteja.

A chance meeting with a homeless veteran transformed Komal Ahmad's life. The CEO is now on a mission to tackle hunger and food waste. In episode 8 of Global Perspectives, she chats to Halla Mohieddeen about her achievements and vision. Halla is also joined by KPMG International's Global Head of Healthcare, Dr. Anna van Poucke, who gives her views on the unfolding international health and food crisis, and the future for the sector.

The climate crisis is forcing CEOs to completely re-think their business strategies. Douglas Holmes has spent his career studying business behavior and culture. In episode 7 of Global Perspectives, he speaks to Gillian Tett about his views on proactively leaders are tackling the issues. Gillian is also joined by KPMG International's Global Head of KPMG IMPACT, Richard Threlfall, who discusses what progress has been made on ESG and why further action is essential.

David Ko and Richard Busellato ditched their successful “desk jobs” to become advocates for greater sustainability in the finance world. In episode 6 of Global Perspectives, they chat to Halla Mohieddeen about the need for CEOs to deal with the immediate financial crisis that climate uncertainty is creating. Halla also speaks to KPMG International's Global Head of Financial Services, Judd Caplain, about unease in the markets and what may lie ahead.

For CEOs, the “new norm” has created opportunities and tensions. In conversation with Gillian Tett, business anthropologist Patricia Ensworth shares her thoughts on the risks and rewards facing businesses as they tackle innovation, social and cultural change. For episode 5 of Global Perspectives, Gillian also speaks to KPMG International's Global Head of Advisory, Carl Carande, about how leaders are adapting in an era of innovation and disruption.

In a rapidly changing, uncertain world, does GDP remain a relevant metric of success? Business author Mandeep Rai speaks to Halla Mohieddeen about her mission to drive CEOs towards a new “values compass”. Episode 4 of Global Perspectives also features KPMG International's Global Head of People, Nhlamu Dlomu, who gives her view on the progress so far on leadership commitments to ESG.

CEOs recognize that ESG matters, but driving the change can be the biggest challenge. Denise Hamilton is a maverick in the field of allyship, diversity and inclusion. In episode 3 of Global Perspectives, she shares her thoughts with Halla Mohieddeen on how board rooms can deliver on their promises. Also on the program, KPMG International's Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion, Kristine Remedios, who files her report card on business success in ESG.

From the trading floor to the coffee shop, how do CEOs successfully adapt to a new hybrid way of working? In conversation with Gillian Tett, business anthropologist Daniel Beunza believes the key to making it work is integrating technology with vital social relationships. Episode 2 of Global Perspectives also features KPMG International's Global Head of Corporate Affairs, Jane Lawrie, who chats to Halla Mohieddeen about why culture and purpose matter in the workplace.

Are the world's CEOs suffering from corporate burnout? Arianna Huffington is on a mission to redefine success. In conversation with Halla Mohieddeen, the CEO of Thrive Global and co-founder of Huffington Post, explains why prioritizing well-being needs to start in the board room. In episode 1, Halla also chats to KPMG International's Global Chairman and CEO, Bill Thomas, about his ambition to deal with global issues head-on.