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Electrifying Growth

Apr 29, 2026

 Is it possible to be too focused? 

In this episode, Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners explores the flip side of the "bright shiny object" problem: when over-prioritization and excessive processes actually stifle innovation.

While most growing companies struggle with distraction rather than too much...


Apr 15, 2026

What does it take to grow from an engineer into the CEO of a Fortune 500 company?

In this episode, Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, sits down with Rick McKenney, CEO of Unum, to unpack a leadership journey shaped by taking risks, embracing discomfort, and continuously learning. From his early days in...


Apr 1, 2026

What if the biggest bottleneck in your company is you?

In this episode, Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, tackles the unintentional bottlenecks CEOs create as they push their companies toward growth. When CEOs are caught in a whirlwind of activity, it’s easy to get caught up in the instinct to...