CEO Reflects by CEO CF

This podcast is your go-to space for insightful, practical conversations on entrepreneurship and leadership. Each episode brings you real stories, proven strategies, and expert perspectives from CEOs, founders, partners, and members of our community, helping you navigate modern business challenges, elevate your leadership, and grow your company with clarity and confidence.

CEO Reflects by CEO CF is a business podcast hosted by CEO CF, with 30 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

CEO CF hosts CEO Reflects by CEO CF, a business show with 30 episodes published.

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  Episode #28

  CEO Reflects - Navigating Company Growth and culture with Neliya Macheva, Dreamix

  Feb 25, 202619 minS1

  <p>Can you scale a company without losing its soul?</p><p>In this episode of CEO Reflects, Tony Wood talks with Neliya Macheva, Head of Talent and Culture at Dreamix, about the transition from a tight-knit startup to a scaling powerhouse.</p><p>Neliya pulls back the curtain on how to "architect" a culture that survives rapid growth. They discuss why culture is defined by how you treat people during the hard times—like bench periods rather than just the perks you offer during the good times.</p><p>In this 20-minute masterclass:</p>Turning Points: How to spot wh...

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  Episode #27

  CEO Reflects - Seeing Beyond Sight: How Leaders Can Build Truly Inclusive Workplaces

  Feb 9, 202643 minS1

  <p>What if one of your best employees started losing their vision… and didn’t dare to tell anyone? In this episode of CEO Reflects, Fiona Bordet is joined by Veronica Alves-Cardoso, orthoptist, to explore a topic leaders rarely address: vision impairment in the workplace.</p><p></p><p>Together, they discuss:</p>Why vision loss is far more common than we thinkWhy employees often hide it out of fearHow unprepared companies really areWhat inclusive leadership actually looks like in practiceWhy inclusion isn’t about cost, but about mindsetHow AI can support — not replace — human contributionAnd how workplaces and events can become...

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  Episode #26

  CEO Reflects - The Real Founder Life with Veera Amnelin-Kylämäki

  Jan 7, 202621 minS1

  <p>The Real Founder Life with Veera Amnelin-Kylämäki</p><p>Veera Amnelin-Kylämäki joins Tony Wood to share the real side of building Saaren Taika — from becoming the face of the brand to navigating vulnerability, energy, pressure, and growth.</p><p>A candid conversation on authenticity, resilience, and the unseen work behind a fast-growing D2C company. Perfect for founders and creators who want the truth behind “overnight success.”</p>

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  Episode #25

  CEO Reflects - Robots, AI, and You: What human leadership looks like in 5 years with Zoltán Dibó

  Dec 11, 202519 minS1

  <p>Are we nearing the “GPT moment” for robotics?</p><p>In this episode, Tony speaks with Zoltán Dibó (Nortemsy) about how physical AI and autonomous robots will transform industries, workflows, and leadership in the years ahead.</p><p>We discuss:</p>Which sectors will change firstHow robots will work alongside humansThe new leadership skills CEOs will needWhy experimenting with small robots now is essential<p>A concise, practical conversation for leaders preparing for the next wave of automation and embodied intelligence.</p><p>CEO Reflects — leadership for a changing world.</p>

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  Episode #24

  CEO Reflects - The Art of Being Human in the Age of AI with Ludmila Parekh

  Nov 20, 202522 minS1

  <p>In a world obsessed with speed, optimisation, and AI-powered everything… what does it really mean to be human?</p><p>In this episode of CEO Reflects, Fiona sits down with Ludmila, an architect, wellness facilitator, and yoga teacher, to explore the balance between technology and humanity.</p><p>Together they dive into:</p><p>• How AI is reshaping daily life and leadership</p><p>• Why efficiency isn’t the same as presence</p><p>• The danger of becoming “better machines”</p><p>• Simple wellbeing rituals for busy leaders</p><p>• The power of silence, rituals, and human connection</p><p>• Advice for the...

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