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Disruption is down for the second year in a row, with executives reporting the lowest levels of disruption since the pandemic. But as pressure for results continues to grow, how can leaders grapple with the acute challenges which still lie ahead? The 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗔𝗹𝗶𝘅𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗿𝘂𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘅 finds that success lies in action, using disruption as an economic driver.  Read the full report, here: https://lnkd.in/etTbSq-W #AlixPartnersDisruptionIndex #Disruption #Strategy #Insights

Our Head of EMEA, Rob Hornby, has been appointed as Vice-Chancellor’s Professorial Fellow and Senior Advisor for Digital Technologies at Aston University. This prestigious honorary role highlights Rob’s deep expertise in technology strategy and digital transformation, as well as his commitment to advancing digital innovation within academia. With a rich background spanning technology start-ups and FTSE 100 companies, Rob brings a wealth of experience in the FinTech sector to this new position. His leadership aligns seamlessly with Aston’s 2030 Strategy, aimed at enhancing the University’s reputation as a leader in science, technology, and enterprise. Congratulations, Rob! We look forward to the positive impact you will make at Aston University. Learn more here > https://lnkd.in/enhhEGQy

Our mental health and wellbeing matters. At AlixPartners, our Well@Work initiative provides a range of supportive programs to ensure our people have what they need to thrive. This #WorldMentalHealthDay, Partner & Managing Director and Well@Work leader Jason McDannold shares his perspective on the power of prioritizing the wellbeing of our people: "I’ve learned that true contentment and lasting success come from within. While external stimuli, like work, play a role, we need to be anchored by something deeper. Taking time to recuperate after intense work periods, engaging in physical activities away from screens, or simply setting aside quiet moments to recenter can all strengthen our inner selves and allow us to face work challenges with joy. Prioritizing my mental health has become an integral part of my daily life, not just a means to keep going, but a core part of who I am. Well@Work is crucial in supporting mental health and wellness through various programs, local resources, and events aimed at breaking the stigma around mental health in our demanding profession. Resources alone aren’t enough if we don’t support each other. Empathy and responsiveness are key to fostering a supportive culture. The advice I give to others is to be attentive to early signs of burnout with your colleagues. When you recognize the need to help, view it as an opportunity to support and uplift your team member. Helping people during their toughest times will make them more capable and confident. The more we do this, the more we build genuine trust and a true culture of wellness."

Operations Vice President Vikas Chandra has skillfully navigated career shifts across industries and continents. Born and raised in Andaman Islands, India, he moved to the United States to pursue a Master’s in Supply Chain Management at MIT in Boston, building on his engineering, supply chain, and logistics experience he gained at companies like Johnson & Johnson and Procter & Gamble. After graduation, he transitioned into consulting, joining the Operations team at AlixPartners. Vikas is driven by the hands-on nature of his role on the Ops team. “Coming from industry, I was accustomed to seeing my work through to completion. At AlixPartners, I work with our clients from solution development through implementation to ensure they are achieving their desired results.” Vikas values the opportunity to leverage his industry knowledge across diverse client engagements. He thrives on the synergy within the AlixPartners team, which he credits as a key factor in achieving results for the client. “Our clients are often in need of transformation, and it’s in our best interest to work collaboratively and be open to feedback.” This collaborative spirit, combined with strong support from his colleagues, enables Vikas to develop and implement solutions that drive meaningful change. “Every day, it feels as though we have accomplished something significant.”

Celebrating our past and future! We had the pleasure of hosting our AlixAlumni community in our newly renovated Dallas office. The space provided the perfect backdrop for a night of reconnecting with old friends and looking forward to the future.   Special thanks to those in attendance and to AlixAlumna Samantha W. for the beautiful AlixPartners cookies!

At AlixPartners, our people - both current and former - are the cornerstone of our success. Our 3,000 alumni, trusted advisors to the firm, continue to champion our work in the market and play a key role in helping us attract new talent.    To further support and strengthen our alumni community, we are excited to announce that we recently launched our new AlixAlumni online community portal. The portal is a hub for our alumni and current employees to connect, build relationships, and support each other’s continued professional growth.     We invite our AlixAlumni to join our portal today by registering here: https://lnkd.in/eBkcfesj

Chieh Yin, a Director in our Consumer Products group, had little experience with food loss waste before serving as one of the principal researchers and authors of a report on food loss published in partnership with the Consumer Goods Forum. The team found that the cost of food loss and surplus was up to 50% higher than the regularly cited value of $1 trillion. But it was not that headline-grabbing number that most surprised Chieh but rather the opportunity the existed for companies to tackle the issue. "From the very beginning of the research process, when we interviewed sustainability leaders at large companies, it was evident that no one truly believed the current methods of measuring waste were comprehensive. What did surprise me, considering the financial and sustainability implications, was how underdeveloped and inconsistent companies were in tracking and quantifying food waste, both in terms of financial cost and waste patterns." The report also found that the financial impact of food loss is likely to increase significantly due to projected rises in greenhouse gas emissions costs. ‘We’re already seeing the impact of higher GHG costs. Companies in the EU and UK, where there is a higher cost of carbon utilization, have been leading the way developing calculators and protocols to track and mitigate waste. There is a real competitive advantage to get ahead of the projected cost increases and invest in tracking and managing food loss today.” Read the report here: https://alix.click/4eqYalV Learn more about Chieh here: https://alix.click/3ZMjLkg

What can organizations do to adapt and build resilience amid geopolitical uncertainty and disruption? Our CEO Simon Freakley discussed these very topics in a panel discussion at the World Economic Forum Sustainable Development Impact Meetings in New York last week. He was joined by fellow panelists Lindiwe Mazibuko, Founder and CEO of Futurelect; Miroslav Lajcak, Special Representative of the European Union; Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the President, United Arab Emirates Government; Geir Pedersen, Special Envoy for Syria, United Nations; and moderator Mirek Dusek, Managing Director, World Economic Forum. Watch the full panel and learn insights from the discussion, here: https://lnkd.in/eeQ36YfF

Cecilia V.'s Mexican roots inspire her to champion both sustainability and cultural connections across her work. As a founding member and the former Global Leader of the firm's Hispanic or Latinxs of AlixPartners (HOLA) employee resource group, Cecilia leads by example when it comes to embracing diversity and community as a tool for professional growth and connection, especially during challenging times. The same holds true for client projects, where Cecilia strives to apply an ESG lens across her work. "We're helping our clients navigate difficult situations and cut through complexity at the same time.” Read more about Cecilia's journey here: https://lnkd.in/gQWCFH2p #LifeAtAlixPartners #HispanicHeritageMonth

Back again with International Rescue Committee’s New Roots Garden! This year, some of our summer interns joined employees from our New York office to garden and beautify community greenspaces. Weeding, planting, and watering, the team enjoyed a great day outside while helping New Roots to grow and offer healthy produce and suitable greenspaces for local neighborhoods. #AlixGives #TeamAlixPartners