• Shannon Nash: Scaling Innovation, Shaping Culture, and Owning the C-Suite
    2025/05/27
    In this episode of Aon at the Top, Nicole Ward sits down with powerhouse CFO, board member, and transformational leader Shannon Nash. As the CFO of Wing (an Alphabet company), Shannon brings a unique blend of financial acumen, legal expertise, and bold leadership to the table. Together, they explore her unconventional path to the C-suite, the lessons she's learned from scaling innovation, and how she cultivates cultures of excellence in high-growth environments. From navigating corporate governance to championing DEI and digital transformation, Shannon shares insights that are both inspiring and practical for executives at every stage of their journey. Tune in for a candid conversation about taking smart risks, building influence, and leading with purpose at the intersection of finance, technology, and impact.
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    48 分
  • Interview with Corporate Trailblazer and Turn Around CEO, Chelsea Grayson
    2025/05/07
    In this episode of Aon at the Top, Nicole Wad sits down with powerhouse CEO and board director, Chelsea Grayson-Known for leading iconic turnarounds at American Apparel, True Religion, and Delta Dental, and for her bold presence in the boardroom. Chelsea opens up about the leadership decisions that defined her journey, how she built her career on conviction and courage, and what it really takes to lead companies through high-stakes transformation. From navigating brand reinvention to making fearless boardroom moves, this episode is packed with insight for anyone who wants to lead with impact and resilience.
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    55 分
  • Senior Executive And Board Member Lauren Silvernail On Humble Beginnings And Doing The Right Thing When No One Is Looking
    2025/04/11
    In this episode of Aon at The Top, host Nicole Ward engages with Lauren Silvernail, a distinguished senior executive and public company board member in the life sciences sector. Lauren delves into her inspiring journey from modest beginnings to ascending the ranks of leadership in renowned public life science companies. She emphasizes the pivotal role of integrity, encapsulating the philosophy of "doing the right thing when no one is looking."
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    39 分
  • How Leaders Balance Vision and Opportunism: A Conversation with Public Company Board Member and Executive, Kim Vogel
    2025/03/28
    In this episode of AON at the Top, Nicole Ward interviews Kim Vogel-CFO, public company board member, and fintech entrepreneur—on how visionary leaders navigate risk, growth, and high-stakes decision-making. Kim shares her path from Harvard Business School to leading fintech exits, teaching at Stanford, and serving on corporate boards. Tune in for insights on leadership, career pivots, ethics, and building resilience in today’s business landscape.
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    49 分
  • From Healthcare Executive to Boardroom Leader: Dr. Jackie Kosecoff on Strategy, Resilience & Career Growth
    2025/03/07
    Welcome to AON at the Top with host Nicole Ward, Senior Vice President of Sales at AON. On the podcast, we interview distinguished executives, C-suite and board members about their journeys and paths to success with the mission to help businesses make better decisions by transforming risk into resilience. On today's episode, Nicole is joined by Dr. Jackie Kosekoff, a highly experienced executive and board member in health services and technology. Dr. Kosekoff reflects on her career choices, emphasizing her desire to make a difference in healthcare and her passion for building organizations. Dr. Kosekoff provides advice for professionals aspiring to executive or board roles, stressing the importance of truly understanding the responsibilities associated with leadership positions.
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    54 分