C-Speak: The Language of Executives

In addition to being Chairman and CEO of cybersecurity firm Rapid7, Corey Thomas also serves on the boards of Cyber Threat Alliance, the Massachusetts Competitive Partnership, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and many others. 

In this episode, Corey outlines the best career advice he ever received, his observations about the Boston business community and the small moments that were catalysts for his entire career.

Beginning her career in investment banking, PNC's Chief Investment Officer Amanda Agati views herself not as a theorist, but a practitioner. Now responsible for over $180 billion in assets under management,  Amanda credits her time spent 'in the weeds' for the unique perspective she brings to the role.

In this episode, Amanda outlines the 'high-frequency' indicators she uses to track economic recovery, her commitment to ESG investing and her advice for other business leaders.

After joining MassMutual in 1988 as a real estate investment trainee, Roger Crandall was named the company's President in 2008, and CEO in 2010. 

In this episode, Roger discusses the highlights and challenges of his tenure, his advice for other leaders, and the economic trends he is keeping a close eye on.

After graduating with a degree in English, Marianne Harrison began a career in public accounting that would not only lead her to become the CEO of one of the largest life insurers in the United States, but also to Boston from her native Canada.

In this episode, Marianne discusses what she loves most about Boston, her approach to taking risks, and the importance of businesses giving back to their communities.

One of America's most respected thought and innovation leaders, Lee Pelton joined The Boston Foundation earlier this summer, after a decade as president at Emerson College. Now he shifts his focus from raising money to giving, at one of the nation's leading philanthropic organizations. 

In this episode, Pelton discusses his experience being a civic leader,  his love of poetry and the role the business community plays in ensuring Boston is a thriving, prosperous and equitable city.