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Bob Safian

Founder and Editor-in-Chief

The Flux Group

The former editor in chief of Fast Company, Bob Safian hosts the Masters of Scale: Rapid Response podcast, named by The New York Times as one of its “Podcasts for the Pandemic Era.” Guests have included CEOs from Airbnb, Buzzfeed, Chewy, Delta, GM, Marriott, Panera Bread, Paypal, Target, Verizon, Warby Parker, and more. Through his advisory firm, The Flux Group, Safian counsels leaders from Fortune 100 firms to startups across tech, media, retail, etc., on navigating change, emphasizing the role of purpose and progress in driving business success. Previously, Safian served as executive editor at Fortune and Time.

Speaking in:

Tuesday

January 19

11:00 am–11:45 am
EST

Creature comforts: Serving consumers’ desire for life’s simple pleasures

What brings consumers comfort these days? Chances are most would say one of two things – food and pets. Each category is formidable in its own right, but during times of mandated social distancing and “bubble life,” consumers are drawn to the cozy warmth of their furry friends and the contentment of a great burger and smooth shake.

In successive fireside chats, the CEO of leading… Read more