The entertainment industry is undergoing a seismic shift. Few understand it better than Blair Westlake, a former senior executive at Universal Television and Microsoft Media & Entertainment Group. In this episode of Conversations With the Experts, Blair offers an insider’s look at how technology, streaming, and changing audience behaviors are reshaping Hollywood’s business model.
AI Goes Hollywood Inside the Writers’ RoomWith David Brownfield, Eleven Canterbury Consultant, Writer & TV Producer and Dan Martin, Eleven Canterbury Program and Relationship Manager Summary Can AI really hold a seat in Hollywood’s writers’ rooms, or is the magic...
In this episode of Second Chapter: Creating New Beginnings, Wanda McArn shares her inspiring journey from a successful career at Grainger to founding the Next Step Development Corporation, a mission-driven organization tackling homelessness in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Guided by the book Finding Your Ikigai and fueled by a desire to make a meaningful impact, Wanda reveals how she’s leveraging her expertise in sales, marketing, and consulting to champion affordable housing solutions, from tiny homes to emerging technologies like 3D-printed housing.
Wanda’s story is a powerful example of what happens when passion is aligned with purpose and bold steps are taken toward solving some of today’s most urgent challenges.
Why is U.S. healthcare so expensive, and what can be done about it? In this episode of Conversations With the Experts, healthcare consultant Etan Walls breaks down the hidden drivers of rising medical costs, the inefficiencies in billing and insurance, and the political challenges that keep the system tangled. With over 20 years of frontline healthcare experience, Etan offers insider insights, practical tips for patients, and a clear call for greater transparency in line with the No Surprises Act.
What does it take to become a trusted expert witness in today’s complex legal landscape? In this episode of Chapter Two: Creating New Beginnings, host Dan Martin sits down with Cristian Zarcu, Eleven Canterbury consultant, former Wall Street managing director, and expert in analytic trading and risk management, for a candid look into the real-world demands of expert testimony.
With advanced degrees in blockchain from MIT and AI in Helsinki, Cristian shares how his global finance background prepared him for high-stakes litigation work. He unpacks the challenges of translating complex technical concepts for juries, staying composed under pressure from opposing counsel, and why credibility, clarity, and objectivity are non-negotiable in the courtroom.
Whether you’re a highly experienced professional exploring new opportunities or just curious about the expert witness role, this conversation is packed with practical insights on building trust, communicating effectively, and making a meaningful impact in legal settings.
Marvel Doesn’t Hold a Monopoly on Superpowers leadership skills that propelled executives to the very top of their professions. Always remember that the presence of superpowers is not limited to comic books and the silver screen. Within each of us lies a unique set of exceptional qualities waiting to be unveiled and harnessed for fun and profit. What is your superpower?
In this episode of Conversations with the Experts, host Dan Martin sits down with Chris Fenton—media executive, China expert, and Eleven Canterbury consultant—to unpack the complexities of the U.S.–China relationship.
They examine the delicate balance between capitalism and patriotism, the risks associated with rare earth dependencies, and China’s strategic advantage in long-term planning. Chris also examines TikTok’s geopolitical significance and the implications of strategic decoupling.
This insightful conversation dives into the cultural and commercial forces shaping U.S.–China relations—and why navigating them carefully is critical for global stability.
In this episode of Conversations with the Experts, “Strategic Pivots: From Minor League Baseball to Executive Leadership,” host Dan Martin sits down with Eleven Canterbury consultant and communications strategist Kevin Mortesen. Kevin shares his dynamic and unconventional career journey across a wide range of industries, from Minor League Baseball to positions with the NBA, tech, food services, and wealth management.
With humor, candor, and insight, Kevin reflects on how navigating such varied industries sharpened his ability to communicate with impact, build trust across functions, and tailor strategies that drive real business outcomes. He unpacks what it means to truly listen to internal and external stakeholders, adapt messaging to different audiences, and create alignment that moves organizations forward.
This episode is a compelling look at the power of versatility, lifelong learning, and strategic communication as levers for leadership and bottom-line results.
In this episode of Conversations with the Experts, host Dan Martin is joined by the endlessly curious and insightful Lauren Cantor, an AI specialist whose career path has taken her from the cosmos of astrophysics to the intensity of Wall Street, the world of fine arts, and now the fast-evolving frontier of AI consulting.
Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping our world, from the boardroom to the classroom. Lauren offers a refreshingly grounded and optimistic take on AI’s potential, challenging the doom-and-gloom narratives with a thoughtful perspective on how AI can enhance, not replace, human capability.
They dig into big questions: What does it mean when AI development is largely led by the private sector? How will white-collar jobs evolve? Can AI be a force for good in education? Through it all, Lauren champions emotional intelligence, creativity, and critical thinking, timeless human strengths she believes will remain irreplaceable in an AI-driven future.
If you’re curious about where we’re headed with AI and how to thrive in that future, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
In this insightful episode of Chapter Two: Creating New Beginnings, Dan welcomes Wayne Cafran back for Part 2 of their deep dive into the real-world journey of launching an executive coaching business.
