Jeff Augustin Creating Engagement Across Time Zones

The Good Leadership Breakfast series is off to an exceptional start this warm spring season. In February, Rod Young, the CEO of Delta Dental of Minnesota, was the presenting speaker, setting the tone for our theme, Celebrating the Magic of Managers. 

On April 5, we are thrilled to welcome Jeff Augustin to the stage, Vice President, Global Business Solutions at Merck Pharmaceuticals, to share his insights. 

Jeff’s journey is rooted in Wisconsin, where he was born, raised, educated, and currently resides. He draws inspiration from his family upbringing, embodying the value of humility, and the understanding that everyone possesses their own brand of specialness that should be celebrated. 

At Merck Pharmaceuticals, Jeff oversees a global team across four continents and eleven time zones. Along with possessing a deep understanding of cultural differences, having a diverse team is also about navigating communication, reward systems, and scheduling time with one another to ensure effective collaboration and execution. 

Empowering Managers Globally 

Jeff’s leadership philosophy is grounded in empowering managers to drive strategy execution. Understanding sponsorship and vision, he instills confidence in his team, ensuring they are not just engaged, but deeply committed to achieving organizational goals by involving managers in the thick of new projects.  

His impressive track record speaks volumes, from driving business transformation to orchestrating multimillion-dollar mergers and acquisitions. But beyond his professional achievements, Jeff embodies the essence of good leadership—a commitment to bringing people close to action, fostering engagement, and instilling confidence in their abilities. 

As we anticipate Jeff’s insights at the Good Leadership Breakfast, let us be reminded that good leadership goes beyond borders and time zones, creating engagement and driving success on a global scale. Join us for breakfast on April 5 to hear from Jeff Augustin. Get your tickets here.