What drives true collaboration in complex organizations? Dr. Michael Horowitz sits down with Dr. Edward Bergmark, Chair of The Community Solution Board of Trustees and founder of Optum at UnitedHealth Group, and Victoria Dolan, Trustee for The Community Solution and former CFO of Revlon, to explore the psychology behind Radical Cooperation.

Dr. Bergmark shares how his experience in both corporate and nonprofit leadership has shaped his approach to fostering trust and teamwork. Trustee Dolan offers insights from her global executive roles, revealing how leaders can create cultures of collaboration even in competitive environments. Together, they unpack the mindset shifts and strategies that make Radical Cooperation a transformative force in higher education and beyond.

In this episode:

• Why Radical Cooperation is the key to institutional success
• How leaders can build trust and drive meaningful collaboration
• The role of humility, shared resources, and a collective vision in fostering innovation