I had the pleasure of co-authoring an article featured on chieflearningofficer.com, with David Lee, Global Head of the Immunology Therapeutic Area at the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson. Our collaborative work, “The Unique Challenges of Developing R&D Leaders,” sheds light on the distinctive elements involved in nurturing effective R&D leaders and the significance of […]
HBR Article: Start Your New Leadership Role with the End in Mind
I am excited to share my latest article on hbr.org, “Start Your New Leadership Role with the End in Mind”. To successfully step into a new role and set yourself up for long-term success, you must balance “now-forward” planning with “future-back” visioning. That is, you must start with the end in mind, envisioning what you want […]
I by IMD Article: The executive’s guide to generative AI: 10 essential truths, 5 unresolved uncertainties – and 1 overarching imperative
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is a technological tsunami. Business leaders and their organizations either need to learn to ride this wave of change or risk being swept away. I am excited to share my latest article on ibyimd.org, co-authored by my colleague Ralf Weissbeck. In this article, we present 10 essential truths and five unresolved uncertainties […]
Embracing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging for a Better Future
As organizations strive for excellence and adaptability, recognizing the profound impact of diversity within the workforce is paramount to fuel collaboration, expand perspectives, and propel organizational resilience. At Genesis, we understand that embracing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) is a catalyst for innovation and success. DEIB is at the core of who we are […]
Webinar Recap | Developing R&D Leaders: Challenges and Opportunities
Co-Founder of Genesis Michael Watkins and Genesis Leadership Consultant Janet Spencer recently hosted a thought-provoking webinar on “Developing R&D Leaders: Challenges and Opportunities.” With their extensive experience in leadership development, they provided valuable insights into the hurdles faced in cultivating leadership skills within the research and development (R&D) field and other technically proficient disciplines. In […]
I by IMD Article: Implementing Generative AI
The world of technology is witnessing the rapid rise of generative AI, a groundbreaking development that is already reshaping industries. With systems like ChatGPT and its successors, companies have the incredible opportunity to innovate and optimize their operations like never before. I am excited to share my latest article on ibyimd.org, co-authored by my colleague Ralf […]




