connecting for FUTURE

In this Christmas edition of Connecting for Future, Christian and Eric Ocasio reflect on the past year, discussing personal growth, leadership insights, and the success of Eric's podcast, Leadership is Tricky. They explore social media strategies, technology trends, and the importance of community building. Eric shares his thoughts on AI and its future impact, while also providing advice for leaders as they head into 2026. The conversation emphasizes the need to slow down, be present, and live with purpose.

When two podcast hosts, old friends, and leaders from very different worlds come together — you get more than conversation. You get soul.

In this high-energy episode of Connecting For Future, host Christian from Vodafone Business sits down with Erick Ocasio and Sarah from US Army Europe and Africa to explore the powerful intersection of leadership, military strategy, and future-ready technology.

Set against a nostalgic soundtrack (yes, we’re talking Boyz II Men), this episode dives deep into experience, trust, technology, and what it really means to lead through complexity — with a tie on and a story to tell.

Whether...

In this special episode recorded live at the OMR Festival in Hamburg, we sit down with Marika Auramo, CEO of Vodafone Business, for a powerful conversation on leadership, innovation, and the future of B2B.

From her unique leadership mindset to the transformative trends shaping how businesses connect, Marika shares hard-earned insights, fresh perspectives, and practical advice for future leaders navigating a world in flux. We explore the electrifying energy of OMR, the shift toward more human, creative B2B experiences — and the habits that keep Marika grounded at the top.

Plus: a rapid-fire round where we get personal — from...

What does it take to be the best of the best—whether in football, business, or life? 🌟

In this episode of Connecting for Future, we sit down with former Premier League footballer & high-performance expert Paul McVeigh to explore the winning mindset that separates elite performers from the rest. Paul shares first-hand experiences of playing against Cristiano Ronaldo 🐐 and explains what makes him one of the greatest athletes in history.

We also dive into:
🔥 What B2B leaders can learn from football about teamwork, resilience & competition
🏆 The mindset needed to dominate in business & sports
⚡ How...