Episode 49 - Inside a Corporate Takedown, Executive Power, and the Weaponization of HR with Julia Carreon
In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Julia Carreon, former Global Head of Platform and Client Experience for Citi Wealth and co-author of the forthcoming book Walking on Broken Glass. They discuss Julia’s rise through leadership roles at Wells Fargo and Citi, the operational and cultural differences between large financial institutions, and the realities of navigating executive power structures inside corporate America. Julia shares her personal experience with what she describes as a corporate “takedown,” discussing leadership politics, toxic workplace dynamics, HR investigations, reputation management, and the psychological impact of public scrutiny. She also provides insights into systemic challenges facing women in leadership, the concept of “weaponized HR,” and practical lessons for recognizing and navigating high-risk corporate environments.
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