Viva Ona Bartkus
Associate Professor at Notre Dame
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Jan 19, 2026 • 50min
620: Former McKinsey partner on How to Turn a Profit and Improve Lives in the World's Toughest Places (Strategy Skills classics)
Viva Ona Bartkus, a former McKinsey partner and Professor Emerita at Notre Dame, discusses the complexities of applying business strategies in unstable regions. She shares insights on why traditional methods fail outside developed markets and presents the untapped economic potential of 'frontline environments.' Using examples from Lebanon and Colombia, she highlights the risks of single partnerships and the importance of broad collaborations. Viva emphasizes the need for rigorous strategies to rebuild trust and stability in conflict-affected areas.
Jul 17, 2024 • 50min
466: Former McKinsey partner on How to Turn a Profit and Improve Lives in the World's Toughest Places
Former McKinsey partner Viva Ona Bartkus discusses leveraging business in frontline regions to create stability and opportunity. Topics include investing in underserved areas, industries for early investment, business impact in post-conflict Colombia, and lessons from failed projects.
Jul 16, 2024 • 15min
A Road Map for How Businesses Can Grow in the World’s Most Challenging Environments
Discover how businesses can prosper in challenging environments like Senegal and Lebanon as Viva Ona Bartkus and Emily S. Block share insights on profitability, community engagement, and navigating cultural landscapes from their book 'Business on the Edge'.
