In this episode of the Grownlearn Podcast, host Zorina Dimitrova—Investment Matchmaker & Strategic Growth Advisor—speaks with Ivan Radovic, President & Founder of NOVACES, architect of the BP Deepwater Horizon disaster recovery management system, and creator of the Trust-Based Leadership Framework. Ivan reveals how trust, culture, vulnerability, and agile systems transform organizations, especially in moments of crisis. From organizing 45,000 people and 420,000 tasks after Deepwater Horizon, to helping Fortune 500 companies navigate organizational pain points, Ivan shares actionable insights leaders can use today. You’ll learn: ✔️ How Agile Emergency Management was developed under extreme pressure ✔️ Why trust—not tools—is the real foundation of transformation ✔️ How to build cultures that evolve (not stagnate) ✔️ Why reciprocal mentoring matters for next-gen teams ✔️ Leadership vulnerability as a competitive advantage ✔️ How AI is reshaping leadership, culture, and decision-making ✔️ What Ivan’s new book “Trust 360” teaches about courage, growth & leadership If you’re a founder, CEO, investor, or organizational leader, this conversation will help you understand the deeper drivers of sustainable transformation and how trust accelerates business growth. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 📺 Take a peek at our curated playlist Business Model Transformation: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTJlaeHk03J0lwEsQYIZ1wpaqJrxJYa28 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Explore Strategic Growth & Investment-Ready Opportunities with GrowNLearn GrowNLearn, led by Zorina Dimitrova, connects select VCs, Family Offices, and Strategic Investors with precisely matched, high-growth ventures across Europe and the U.S. We also support founders with strategic growth advisory—helping you transform your business model, increase valuation, and prepare for investment or exit. 🎯 No random pitches. No wasted time. Just targeted growth and curated deal flow. 📌 Want Curated Investment Deals? 👉 Book Your Private Briefing: https://grownlearn.org/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Listen to the GrowNLearn Podcast Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/grownlearn/id1515759956 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1bUIDGbSQl4BlHeNeeJfva Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/grownlearn All platforms: https://grownlearn.onpodium.com/ 📲 Follow Us on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grownlearn X (Twitter): https://x.com/grownlearn1729 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healnlearn_grownlearn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healnlearn_grownlearn/ Success Mindset Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@healnlearn --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 📈 Tools for Investors & Founders Tax Optimization for Real Estate Investors: https://mavencostseg.referralrock.com/l/ZORINA/ FREE LinkedIn Profile Audit: https://ps.linkedvanow.com/r5wgf AI-Powered Lead Generation for Dealmakers: https://ps.linkedvanow.com/tjnia9mrkt85 💬 Ready to connect with investor-ready ventures or expert advisors? Schedule your 1:1 session → https://grownlearn.org/ 🎬 CHAPTERS: 00:00 – 01:15 – Podcast Intro 01:15 – 07:16 – Agile Management & Trust During the Deepwater Horizon Crisis 07:16 – 11:16 – How Trust-Based Project Management Was Born Inside BP 11:16 – 13:44 – From “Corporate Culture” to Dynamic “Corporate Experience” 13:44 – 17:38 – Reciprocal Mentoring & Understanding New Generations at Work 17:38 – 23:25 – Leadership, Co-Creation & Building Trust Before Implementing Change 23:25 – 26:09 – Creating Safety for Honest Communication: Why Employees Stay Silent 26:09 – 29:00 – Leadership Vulnerability: The Missing Link in Culture Change 29:00 – 31:28 – Vulnerability in Military Leadership & Fast-Evolving Tech Environments 31:28 – 34:28 – AI, Leadership & The Future of Trust in Organizations 34:28 – End – Inside Ivan’s Book “Trust 360” & Final Transformation Insights

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