174 - How to Lead Across Cultures—Lessons from a CEO Who Did It | Kenneth Wilcox

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In this episode of The World Class Leader Show, host Andrea Petrone sits down with Kenneth Wilcox, former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank and expert in global business leadership.

Ken shares his journey leading Silicon Valley Bank through a decade of transformation, expanding into China, and building a people-centric culture. Now a professor at UC Berkeley and author of Leading Through Culture and The China Business Conundrum, Ken offers deep insights into leadership, global expansion, and cross-cultural business strategies.

Andrea and Ken discuss the challenges of scaling a business globally, the leadership lessons learned from navigating different cultures, and how to build trust and adaptability in uncertain times. If you're a leader looking to expand internationally, manage cultural differences, or refine your leadership style, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

 

By the end of today’s episode, you’ll learn how to:

• Lead through transformation by learning how Ken Wilcox refocused and expanded Silicon Valley Bank.
• Build a global mindset by adapting leadership to different cultures and markets.
• Balance focus and flexibility to stay committed while adapting to change.
• Develop strong business relationships by understanding trust, culture, and negotiation.
• Avoid pitfalls in global expansion by learning what works and what doesn’t.

 

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⭐ Join us for an insightful conversation with Kenneth Wilcox, former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank, as he shares leadership lessons on global expansion, cultural adaptability, and building trust in business.

 

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