Corporate Unplugged

What if the biggest upgrade we need isn't another product, app or sustainability report, but the economic system itself?In this episode, serial entrepreneur and impact investor Stefan Krook returns to Corporate Unplugged to share his vision for the Laghum Economy – a market economy redesigned for a world of 8 billion people living within hard planetary boundaries.Drawing on decades building purpose-driven companies like Kivra and the GoodCause ventures, Stefan explains why even the most innovative circular business models are still swimming upstream against a tax system that makes work expensive and nature almost free. He unpacks how shifting taxes from labour to resource use – applied at the point of consumption – could flip the script, so that repair, sharing, circularity and durability become the natural winners rather than costly exceptions.Stefan also shares the personal crisis that led him from optimism about purpose-driven companies to questioning the rules of the game, and how that journey brought him back to Stockholm School of Economics as its first Practitioner in Residence. Together with Vesna, he explores what this transition would mean for CEOs, policymakers and citizens – and why innovation always follows the brief the system gives us.On today's podcast, you will learn:Why pricing nature – not labour – is the missing systemic lever in today's economy.How a tax shift could turn green premiums into green discounts.Why even the best impact ventures struggle when prices send the wrong signals.What CEOs can realistically do beyond voluntary sustainability initiatives.How a Laghum Economy could shape everyday life for the next generation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Corporate Unplugged, Vesna Lucca talks with scholar‑entrepreneur Raiya Kind, who lives at the crossroads of language, consciousness and AI, and serves as Chief Emergence Officer of Wisdom Beyond. Together, they explore what it really means to shift innovation from disruption and speed toward healing, restoration and integration.​Raiya introduces the idea of embodied leadership, where leaders slow down, deepen their mind–body connection and tap the body’s vast data‑processing capacity to access wiser, more aligned decisions. She shares how group containers for “healing innovation” allow high‑impact AI and systems leaders to see and integrate old wounds and limiting beliefs so that new insight and strategy can emerge naturally from the collective field.​The conversation also reframes AI as a co‑creator rather than a saviour or villain. Raiya explains why treating AI as either rescuer or threat erodes human agency, and how discerning collaboration—with humans firmly in the loop—can help AI amplify our deepest values, not our fears.​They dive into belonging, coherence and community as essential containers for evolutionary leaps, and imagine a future where “AI in the loop” seamlessly supports human connection, interdependence and joy in everyday life.​On today’s podcast:● What healing innovation looks like in practice for leaders and teams​● Embodied leadership and why slowing down unlocks breakthrough creativity​● AI as co‑creator: keeping discernment and human agency at the centre​● Belonging, interbeing and the role of community in transformative work​● Designing AI and systems for coherence, not just productivity and profit​● Why joy, curiosity and self‑care are strategic filters for the future of work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if intuition was your greatest business tool? In this episode, Vesna Luca explores the power of deep intuition with renowned Icelandic thought leader, author, and serial entrepreneur, Hrund Gunnsteinsdottir. Drawing on her extensive global experience in leadership, innovation, and systemic change, Hrund reveals how Iceland’s “InnSæi”—the sea within—can transform the way we lead, decide, and live.Hrund explains that intuition is far from mystical; rather, it is a form of deep intelligence, blending embodied awareness with subconscious processing. She shares how cultivating rituals like daily journaling, contemplative walks, and meaningful pauses can unlock creativity, strengthen self-trust, and help leaders make courageous decisions under uncertainty. The conversation unpacks the threefold Icelandic concept of InnSæi: seeing within, seeing from the inside out, and the sea within, illustrating how personal transformation ripples out to shift organizations and systems.Listeners will discover how modern leadership depends on authentic imagination, the courage to experiment, and the strength to embrace vulnerability—essential skills in times of continuous transformation. This episode will inspire leaders to trust their inner compass, build resilient teams, and lead with hope and curiosity. Hrund’s stories and insights offer practical guidance for anyone who wants to thrive amid complexity and create a more human-centered workplace and world.On today’s podcast:The meaning and power of “InnSæi”—Icelandic intuitionBuilding strong, innovative teams through self-awarenessDaily rituals leaders can use to nurture intuitionHow imagination fuels hope and resilienceMaking high-stakes decisions in uncertainty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Vesna is joined by Lars Strannegård, President of the Stockholm School of Economics, for a profound conversation on education, leadership, and the critical role of art and empathy in shaping the future of business and society. Lars shares his formative experiences living abroad, highlighting how cultural exposure and the lack of it shaped his perspective on inclusion and the importance of creative expression. He discusses the vision for SSE, emphasizing the need for students to leave with a broad, reflective mindset, ready to serve society and make a positive impact. In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the landscape, Lars argues that the development of human intelligence—skills like empathy, self-awareness, and critical thinking—becomes more vital than ever. He introduces the FREE framework guiding SSE: Fact-based, Reflective, Empathetic, and Entrepreneurial mindsets, which together foster responsible leadership. The conversation explores the transformative power of art as an “intellectual and emotional itching powder,” challenging individuals to reflect and grow. Lars also stresses the importance of inclusion, respect, and the need for everyone to feel heard and valued in organizations and society. The episode offers practical wisdom for leaders to widen their perspectives, embrace discomfort, and prioritize relationships as the foundation of meaningful leadership.On today’s podcast:● Why art and culture are essential for leadership in the age of AI● The FREE framework: Fact-based, Reflective, Empathetic, Entrepreneurial● How formative experiences shape empathy and inclusion● The transformative power of art as a catalyst for self-reflection● Why inclusion and respect are critical for responsible leadership Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Vesna welcomes Dr. Peter Senge, renowned MIT Sloan lecturer and pioneer of systems thinking, to the Corporate Unplugged Podcast. Peter explores why true change requires a shift in how we see interdependence, not just in business but in society at large. Drawing from decades of work with organizations and indigenous communities, he explains how deep, sustainable transformation starts with cultural and institutional shifts—far beyond quick fixes or policy tweaks.Peter shares practical ways leaders can catalyze systemic change, emphasizing the power of authentic partnerships and “pre-competitive collaboration”—even among rivals. He highlights the importance of leadership as a developmental journey rooted in purpose, service, and the ability to create generative social fields where trust and innovation can flourish. Peter also reflects on the wisdom of indigenous cultures and the critical need for hope and honest dialogue in times of uncertainty.On today’s podcast:Why systems thinking is essential for real, lasting changeHow leaders can embody and catalyze transformationThe value of partnerships and collective intelligenceLessons from indigenous cultures on resilience and memoryWhy hope, courage, and relational space matter now more than ever Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.