The Human Side of Leadership and Brand Building

Episode notes

In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership , Christine sits down with Toni Clayton-Hine, Chief Marketing Officer for EY Americas, to talk about what it really takes to lead at a high level in fast-moving, high-stakes environments. Toni shares how she balances creativity with data, why curiosity is one of the most valuable traits a leader can have, and how great ideas get stronger when more voices shape them. They also explore what younger professionals often miss about initiative, how theater and storytelling shaped Toni’s leadership style, and why AI should be seen as a tool for growth, not fear. It’s a thoughtful conversation about visibility, influence, adaptability, and how to keep a human touch in a world moving faster by the minute.