The Pepper Foster Pulse

Jean Nitchals - The Intersection of Ideas + People + Strategy = Innovative Change

This week, we were joined by the extraordinary Jean Nitchals, a true innovator in Change Management and Design Thinking. Jean’s passion for weaving together wellness, growth, and collaboration is unmatched, and we couldn’t wait to dive into her insights.
Jean shared her unique approach to innovation in organizational change and the powerful impact of design thinking on creating sustainable solutions. And that’s not all – she also talked about her current, awe-inspiring personal challenge: As she is currently participating in the Abbott World Marathon Majors! This incredible journey is part of her commitment to raising awareness and funds for The Natalie Kate Moss Trust. {link below to donate}
 
https://www.justgiving.com/page/jean-nitchals-dreambig?newPage=true

Pinky Swear Foundation - Erica Campbell Executive Director and Author

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Erica Campbell, Executive Director of the Pinky Swear Foundation—a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families with children battling cancer. Erica shares the foundation's mission and her own inspiring journey as a cancer survivor and author of “The Mastectomy I Always Wanted.” Join us as we discuss the impact of Pinky Swear’s work nationwide, Erica’s personal story, and ways you can get involved. This is an episode that will move you and inspire you to make a difference. PINKIES UP!
 
Link to Pinky Swear Foundation:  www.pinkyswear.org/donate
Link to writing Letters of Encouragement to kids with cancer:  https://pinkyswear.org/childhood-cancer-volunteer
Link to “The Mastectomy I Always Wanted” on Amazon:  https://a.co/d/gaoiIC3

Is Wall Street's Relationship with the S&P 500 Parasitic?

In this episode of The Pepper Foster Pulse, we tackle a surprising paradox: while the S&P 500 has seen record returns, the average lifespan of its companies has plummeted from 67 years to just 15. Is being in the S&P 500 bad for business?
We explore the pressures of short-term gains that drive public companies to prioritize quarterly earnings, stock buybacks, and activist investor agendas over long-term sustainability.
 

Christian Paese - 2025 Strategic Planning Tips and Insights

In this episode, hosts Nate and Jamie are joined by Christian Paese, the Strategic Leader at Northern Tool and Equipment. Together, they dive into critical topics for 2025 planning; highlighting key trends that will shape business strategy in the coming year, and offering actionable insights on how organizations can stay ahead of the curve. Whether you're looking to refine your strategy or start fresh, this episode delivers practical takeaways from one of the industry's leading voices.

The Pepper Foster Pulse - "What is Change Management?" Part 5 Sustain

This is the Final part of our 5 part Change Management series. In this episode Nate and Jamie dive into "Sustain" and how it plays a critical role in the success of a Change Management program. At the end of the day Nate discusses how to ensure Sustainment within a successful Change Management Program! Nate and Jamie also drop a teaser about the guest that will be joining them next week!   

The Pepper Foster Pulse - What is Change Management? Part 4 What is Change Execution

This is part 4 of a 5-part Change Management series. In this episode Nate and Jamie dive into "What is Change Execution?" and how to bring the Change Management journey to life! Also, there is a teaser for our first Guest; joining us on 10/14

The Pepper Foster Pulse "What is Change Management?" Part 3 What is Change Strategy?

In this episode Jamie asks Nate "What is Change Strategy?" Nate walks us through the major components of Change Strategy and how each component sets up the ultimate success of an organizations' Change Management Program success. 

The Pepper Foster Pulse - What is Change Management? Part 2 of 5

This is part 2 of a 5 part Change Management series. In this episode Nate and Jamie div into "What is Change Leadership?" and how it plays a critical role in the success of a Change Management program. At the end of the day Nate discusses how Great Change Management begins with Great Change Leadership. 

The Pepper Foster Pulse - What is Change Management? Series Part 1

This is the first part of a 5 part Change Management series. Part 1, What is Change Management? Nate explains what Change Management is and how corporations should view Change as they navigate complex transformations! Please tune in next week for our episode on, What is Change Leadership?

The Pepper Foster Pulse - Change Management Pendulum

Nate and Jamie dive into the Change Management pendulum swing that is happening in the market right now! 
 
Nate offers his perspective on how corporation's can tackle their new need for Change Practitioners and how to maximize your Change Management initiatives!