Howard Rosenberg Interviews Rebecca Goodman-Stephens, CEO of Moses Singer LLP

In this episode of The Future Is Bright podcast, Howard Rosenberg, head of Talent Intelligence + Acquisitions at Baretz+Brunelle, and his co-host Chris Batz welcome Rebecca Goodman-Stephens, CEO of Moses Singer LLP, a highly respected mid-sized law firm in New York City. With a background in clinical psychology, consulting, and leadership at global accounting firms, Rebecca brings a unique, people-centric approach to legal services. 

In the episode, Rebecca shares how her international upbringing and diverse career journey prepared her for the challenges of leading a modern law firm. She offers insights on firm strategy, leadership philosophy, and what it takes to thrive in legal services today—from private equity’s growing influence to building firm culture and talent strategy.

Episode Highlights:

• The Power of Curiosity in Leadership
  Rebecca reveals how a deep, personal curiosity has shaped her entire professional trajectory—from clinical psychology to law firm leadership. Listeners will hear how asking the right questions, remaining open to learning, and being people-focused drives real organizational change.
  
  
• From Consulting to the C-Suite
  With decades of experience in consulting and accounting, Rebecca outlines how she transitioned into the legal sector. She explains why law firms can benefit from a cross-industry mindset.
  
  
• Building Strategy While Honoring Culture
  During her first year as CEO, Rebecca conducted an in-depth internal review, revamped policies to better align with strategic goals, and focused on making incentives match firm values. She shares the importance of thoughtful change management and cultural sensitivity.
  
  
• Preparing for Private Equity—Without Selling Out
  Rebecca discusses the influence of private equity in professional services. Rather than rushing into deals, she advocates for strategic readiness before considering external investment. Her message: future-proofing is a discipline, not a decision.

About the Podcast:

On The Future Is Bright, Howard Rosenberg and Chris Batz engage with thought-provoking C-suite executives and leaders from corporations, professional service firms, and the global legal industry. Each episode uncovers insights on leadership, innovation, and the evolving dynamics of the modern professional landscape.

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