Alok Agrawal
Chief Strategy Officer at Celestica, a multinational leader in design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. Previously held strategy and M&A roles at Johnson Controls, Meritor, and Tenneco.
Best podcasts with Alok Agrawal
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Jan 16, 2025 • 33min
#9—Mastering M&A: Strategy, Integration, and Effectiveness
Kevin Ilcisin, SVP of Strategy and Corporate Development at NI, and Alok Agrawal, Chief Strategy Officer at Celestica, bring rich M&A insights to the table. They discuss the critical difference between strategy and M&A, emphasizing that M&A is merely a tool. The duo shares tips on identifying the right acquisition targets and managing due diligence, highlighting cultural fit's importance. They also delve into post-merger integration challenges, stressing the need for a dedicated team to realize synergies and successful integration.
Apr 23, 2024 • 43min
#1—How to recruit and build a diverse strategy team
Alok Agrawal and Nicolas Chapman, CSOs, discuss strategies for building diverse strategy teams, including setting realistic DEI objectives, influencing HR for diverse recruitment, and combating unconscious bias in hiring processes. They emphasize the importance of human connections and transparency in interviews, the benefits of diverse candidates in strategy teams, and navigating the journey to diversity and inclusion in leadership roles.
