The Failure Gap | A Conversation With Tony Goncalves, Founder/CEO, The Evrose Group

In this episode of The Failure Gap, host Julie engages in a conversation with Tony Goncalves, former CEO of Otter Media and EVP of Warner Media, about his career journey and the transition from the media industry to founding The Evrose Group in Portugal. Tony shares insights on building bridges between the US and Portugal, the importance of trust and timing in leadership, and his personal mission to elevate Portuguese talent on a global stage. The discussion also touches on the challenges of career pivots, the significance of deliberate choices, and the courage to pursue new opportunities.

Episode Takeaways:

• Tony Goncalves emphasizes the importance of trust and timing in leadership
• Building bridges between the US and Portugal is a key mission for Tony
• Career pivots require deliberate choices and courage
• Tony's journey highlights the significance of aligning personal mission with professional goals
• The Evros Group aims to elevate Portuguese talent on a global stage
• Tony shares insights on the challenges of transitioning from a corporate role to entrepreneurship
• The discussion explores the role of trust in successful leadership
• Tony's story illustrates the power of pursuing new opportunities despite fear
• The conversation highlights the importance of expanding one's network during transitions
• Tony's experience underscores the value of aligning personal and professional purposes

If you would like to connect with Tony outside of this episode, connect with him on LinkedIn here.
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Creators and Guests

Host

Julie Williamson, PhD

Julie Williamson, PhD is the CEO and a Managing Partner at Karrikins Group, a Denver-based, global-serving business consultancy. Author, Keynote Speaker, and Host of The Failure Gap Podcast, Julie is a leading voice in how alignment can transform leaders and organizations.

Guest

Tony Goncalves, Founder/CEO The Evrose Group

Tony Gonçalves is the founder of The Evrose Group, a growth and transformation advisory firm connecting Portugal’s technology, media, and entertainment sectors with global opportunities. Recognized as a change agent, he’s known for scaling businesses, driving large-scale transformation, and delivering value across global corporations and venture-backed companies. Goncalves has held senior executive roles at WarnerMedia, AT&T, Otter Media, and DIRECTV. As Chief Revenue Officer of WarnerMedia, he led the launch of HBO Max, one of the world’s leading streaming platforms, and transformed the organization amid a global pandemic while growing a $20 billion revenue portfolio. At Otter Media, he oversaw ventures including Crunchyroll and Hello Sunshine into unicorns, underscoring his ability to build and transform businesses at scale. Through The Evrose Group, Gonçalves advises clients such as Grupo Impresa, Mediaprobe, and Arrow Global. He spearheaded Tribeca Festival Lisboa, serving as Executive Producer of the festival’s first European edition, and created The Heart & Hustle of Portugal, an English-language podcast produced with Portuguese news organization Expresso that showcases Portuguese culture through conversations with cultural icons and leaders. Beyond his advisory work, Gonçalves serves as board chair of Upwardly Global, a member of Portugal’s Conselho da Diáspora, a three-time honoree on Variety’s “500 Leaders & Icons” list, and an active mentor through The Unicorn Factory and Iona University.

What is The Failure Gap ?

The Failure Gap podcast is hosted by Julie Williamson, Ph.D., the CEO and a Managing Partner at Karrikins Group, a Denver-based, global-serving business consultancy. Julie delves into the critical space between agreement and alignment - where even the best ideas falter without decisive action. Through candid conversations with a diverse mix of leaders, this podcast explores both the successes and failures that shape the journey of leadership. Featuring visionary leaders from companies of all sizes, from billion-dollar giants to mid-market innovators, to scrappy start-ups, The Failure Gap uncovers the real-life challenges of transforming ideas into impactful outcomes. Tune in to learn how top leaders bridge the gap and drive meaningful progress in their organizations.