Lessons Learned: A Life in Insights with Stan Sthanunathan

 Lessons Learned: A Life in Insights with Stan Sthanunathan

Navigating nothing to lose moments and beyond. Join us in this episode of MRII’s Insights and Innovators podcast as Stan Sthanunathan, CEO of i-Genie.AI and former insights leader at Unilever and Coca-Cola, shares his invaluable experiences and lessons from his 40-year career in consumer insights. Hosted by Zontziry “Z” Johnson, Founder of MRXplorer, this episode delves into Stan’s unique approaches to leveraging ‘nothing to lose’ moments, the importance of connecting the dots, and how storytelling can transform data into impactful business decisions. Stan also touches upon essential timeless skills and the role of passion in thriving within the insights function.

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