Transform the World Through Better Management and Leadership Discover Opportunities
In a time fraught with existential crises, the ultimate lever of innovation is the way we think about management and organizing. Humanistic management presents a perspective that allows positive changemakers to engage mindfully with the world around us, providing solutions to the large social and environmental problems. The International Humanistic Management Association provides a platform for all who are interested and passionate to protect the inherent value of all life and want to contribute to the well-being of all.
Humanistic Leadership Academy
The Humanistic Leadership Academy (HLA) is IHMA’s learning and development platform dedicated to cultivating leaders who place dignity, ethics, and human flourishing at the center of management practice.
Through research‑informed programs, experiential learning, and global dialogue, the Academy equips current and future leaders to respond to complex organizational and societal challenges with empathy, responsibility, and purpose.
What the Academy offers:
Reality Proves Possibility – Podcast Series
Reality Proves Possibility is IHMA’s official podcast series, exploring how humanistic management and leadership principles come alive in practice.
Through conversations with global leaders, scholars, entrepreneurs, and social innovators, the podcast highlights real stories that demonstrate how ethical, people‑centered leadership is not only possible—but effective.
Podcast Playlist
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Unlock the Changemaker- Patrick Struebi on Reality Proves Possibility
Apr 20, 2026 • 00:39:57
Unlock the profound truth that your inner transformation is the key to scaling real change in the world. Patrick Struebi’s journey from a conventional corporate career to leading Latin America’s…
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Dignity First Leadership- James Boyle on Reality Proves Possibility
Apr 10, 2026 • 00:56:40
Most business leaders overlook the profound power of dignity—until now. Jim Boyle reveals how shifting our core value from efficiency to dignity not only reshapes leadership but proves that human-centered…
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Transforming Finance and Economics as Moral Revolution- Laura Segafredo and Tony Annett
Apr 6, 2026 • 00:49:59
Most of our global institutions and economic paradigms are failing us — but the power to reimagine lies within our moral capacity. In this episode, Laura Segafredo and Tony Annett…
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Rakesh Khurana on the Future of Business Education
Mar 31, 2026 • 00:53:43
Most business schools have been shaped by a narrow pursuit of shareholder value, eroding the moral purpose of leadership and education itself. But what if the dominant paradigm isn’t fixed—and…
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Helmy Abouleish on business that creates human and planetary flourishing
Mar 26, 2026 •
Most organizations are missing a fundamental truth: true sustainability combines profit with human dignity, environmental care, and societal well-being. Helmy Abouleish, CEO of Egypt’s SEKEM Initiative, reveals how a model…
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Ed Freeman and the Power of Ideas, Commitment, and Language
Mar 19, 2026 •
Most companies have overlooked the revolutionary potential of stakeholder theory for decades. Ed Freeman, the father of the concept, shares how this simple idea—businesses should create value for all stakeholders,…
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Sandrine Dixson-Decleve on Reality Proves Possibility
Mar 12, 2026 •
The Power of Systemic Change and Hope: Insights from Sandrine Dixson-Declève In this episode, Sandrine Dixson-Declève shares her extensive experience at the forefront of climate action, system change, and global…
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Zeina Sahyoun- Why Humanistic Management Outperforms Traditional Business Models in Healthcare
Mar 6, 2026 •
Most healthcare organizations still treat diagnostics like transactions—Med Labs proves you can build trust and loyalty through genuine human care. Zeina Sayoun, Head of Growth and Innovation at Med Labs…
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Henry Mintzberg on Reality Proves Possibility
Feb 26, 2026 •
In this engaging conversation, Michael Pirson speaks with renowned management thinker Henry Mintzberg about the realities of management and leadership. They explore the importance of community over traditional leadership, the…
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Marcello Palazzi on Reality Proves Possibility
Feb 18, 2026 •
In this conversation, Michael Pirson and Marcello Palazzi explore the intersection of economics, civic leadership, and the role of businesses in creating a better society. Marcello shares his journey from…
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IHMA supports individuals, organizations, and institutions seeking to embed humanistic values into management, leadership, and education. Our services are designed to inspire transformation at personal, organizational, and systemic levels.
Education & Learning Programs
We design and deliver learning experiences that integrate human dignity, ethics, sustainability, and purpose into leadership and management practice.
Research & Thought Leadership
IHMA advances humanistic management through interdisciplinary research and global knowledge sharing.
Advisory & Organizational Support
We work with organizations to help translate humanistic principles into everyday strategy, culture, and decision‑making.
Community & Global Engagement
IHMA serves as a global platform connecting leaders, scholars, and institutions committed to human‑centered management.
Media & Knowledge Dissemination
We amplify humanistic ideas through accessible and engaging formats that reach diverse audiences worldwide.
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