SLU International Business Now: Conversations That Matter

This podcast series has been developed by the Boeing Institute of International Business in the Chaifetz School of Business at Saint Louis University to extend the impact of our programs. In this series, critical thought leaders from around the world address current key business issues. Series guests share their expert perspectives on a variety of topics ranging from post-Brexit Europe to Covid Market Recovery, Geo-Economic Strategies, the Green Deal, and much more. Through the Podcast format, these unique business conversations will reach beyond the classroom to a global audience. Academic and business listeners will have immediate access to first-hand insights and assessments, with the aim of promoting future discussion across these listener communities and encouraging community action. To learn more about the Boeing Institute of International Business and international business academic programs in the Chaifetz School of Business at Saint Louis University, please visit biib.slu.edu.

Podcasting since 2021 • 39 episodes

SLU International Business Now: Conversations That Matter

Latest Episodes

Episode 38: IMSTL - International Mentoring and Building Community

Join guest host, Aubrey Zobrist as she chats with a panel of IMSTL representatives, including IMSTL Co-founder and Program Directo, Susan Gobo, about the IMSTL mission of connecting international women and their families with St. Louisans, empo...

April 21, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 4 • 44:34

Episode 37: Rooted in Nature

Featuring Cultivo Co-Founder & CEO, Dr. Manuel PiñuelaJoin host Todd Hovermale and guest Dr. Manuel Piñuela, Co-Founder and CEO of Cultivo in a discussion about the company’s early years, building a team for a resil...

November 11, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 3 • 38:45

Episode 36: Real International Business Challenges from Real Companies

Featuring X-Culture Program Founder and Coordinator, Dr. Vas TarasJoin host Chris Carril and guest Dr. Vas Taras, founder and coordinator of the X-Culture Project, as they discuss the X-Culture and its mission.

September 09, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 2 • 25:13

Episode 35: Providing Flavor Solutions

Featuring Sensient’s President, Steve MorrisJoin host Jeff Klopfenstein and guest Steve Morris, President of Sensient Flavors and Extracts, as they discuss adapting to mega trends in flavors, meeting global challenges h...

August 12, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 1 • 26:24

Episode 34: Tariffs and Board Game Publishing

Join host Nick Coffman and guest Jamey Stegmaier as they discuss tariffs on China, their effects on board game publishers, and how the industry is approaching a future full of uncertainties. Jamey Stegmaier (he/him) is th...

June 10, 2025 • Season 4 • Episode 10 • 22:37

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