Welcome to the twelfth episode of Breaking the Chain with Terentia Browne! In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of leadership amidst ambiguity, featuring two remarkable guests: Rita Mantas, Executive Director of Global Planning External Partners at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., and Ana Brito, Head of Financial Systems at Airbus U.S. Space & Defense.
Rita Mantas brings a wealth of experience in innovative supply chain management, known for her agility and proficiency in driving end-to-end collaborations with customer-centricity at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. She champions a cultural mindset shift within her teams, leveraging Design Thinking and Agile methodologies to streamline processes and foster continuous improvement. Rita’s leadership style emphasises inclusivity and sustainable practices, making her a driving force behind transformative initiatives in challenging environments.
Ana Brito is a seasoned SAP FI Consultant with a robust background in financial systems at Airbus U.S. Space & Defense. Her expertise spans across multiple SAP implementations, upgrades, and rollouts, where she has demonstrated a keen understanding of financial processes and integration with modules such as MM and SD. Ana’s career highlights include leading comprehensive SAP projects under the ASAP methodology, ensuring operational continuity and driving continuous improvement strategies to enhance SAP’s installed base.
In this episode, Rita and Ana share their insights on navigating ambiguity, fostering growth, and leading teams through transformative challenges. They discuss their personal journeys, strategies for managing complexity in their respective industries, and the importance of embracing a growth mindset amidst uncertainty. Join us as we explore their unique perspectives and glean valuable leadership lessons for navigating today’s volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) world. Discover how Rita and Ana’s experiences can inspire and equip leaders to thrive in an ever-changing business landscape.
Don’t miss out on this enriching discussion that promises to deepen your understanding of effective leadership strategies in challenging times. Tune in to gain actionable insights and perspectives from these accomplished leaders in their fields.
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