Diverse & Inclusive Leaders & CEO Activist Podcast by DIAL Global
289 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago -Bi-weekly podcast show featuring conversations with inspiring thought leaders of today, unearthing their unique stories of diversity, inclusion, belonging, equity and culture.
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Climbing the Ladder: Jenn Barnett on Turning Adversity into Advocacy for Diversity and Inclusion
June 20, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBFrom the gritty streets of a low socioeconomic childhood to the corporate halls of Grant Thornton, Jenn Barnett's journey is a masterclass in resilience and vision. Her story isn't just about overcoming odds; it's about transforming them into a ladder for others to ascend. As a psychologist turned champion for inclusion and diversity, Jenn unveils the intricate dance between personal growth and professional innovation, and how her past fuels her relentless pursuit to cultivate an environment...
Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: A Conversation with Andrew Neal
June 13, 2024 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBEmbark on a journey with Andrew Neal, Chief People Officer at Nash Squared, as we uncover the transformative power of diversity and inclusion through the lens of human capital leadership. With a vibrant career that transitioned from the retail hustle to spearheading human resource strategies, Andrew's dedication to fostering belonging and equity shines a spotlight on the evolving landscape of talent management. As he shares pearls of wisdom from his time at Tesco and beyond, our dialogue enc...
Charting the Course for Diversity and Inclusion at Xerox with Dr. Yetta Toliver
June 06, 2024 08:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBDiscover the transformative power of diversity and inclusion as we sit down with Dr. Yetta Toliver, Global Head of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Xerox Corporation. With a legacy spanning 37 years, Dr. Toliver unravels the rich tapestry of her career, from her origins with the company to spearheading initiatives that carve paths for equity in the workplace. In a candid reflection on Black History Month, she sheds light on Xerox's trailblazing efforts in creating the first employee re...
Leading with Authenticity: Sherry Cassano's Journey Through Inclusion & Empowerment in Pfizer
May 16, 2024 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBImagine stepping into the role of a lifetime, where every challenge is an opportunity for growth, and every connection has the potential to change your trajectory. That's the journey Sherry Cassano, Pfizer's Chief Talent Officer and People Experience Lead, shares with us as she recounts her experiences in the corporate realm. She walks us through her initial spark for human resources ignited by an internship, leading to a flourishing 20-year path at Pfizer where she's navigated corporate shi...
The Essence of Authentic Leadership in a Diverse World with Vivien Burnett and Thomas Huscroft
May 02, 2024 12:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBWhen Vivien Burnett speaks of her climb from the bustling streets of southeast London to the pinnacle of HR at HH Global, you can't help but feel the strength of her purpose. We bring you a tale of passion, not just for people but for the diversity that makes us thrive. Alongside Vivien, Thomas Huscroft joins us to share his transformation from banking to a champion of inclusion, proving that the heart of a company lies in its embrace of every individual's uniqueness. Our conversation journ...
Dancing Towards Diversity: Joslyn Dumas' Journey of Inclusion and Empowerment in Corporate Culture
April 18, 2024 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBEmbark on an enriching odyssey with Josyln Dumas, an expert in the realm of Inclusion and Diversity at Elsevier, whose narrative illustrates the profound connection between the vibrancy of her dance background and her professional triumphs in talent development. Joslyn's story is a testament to the transformative potential of the arts, where her rise from the field of advertising to the pinnacle of IND work emerges as a beacon for nurturing talent and embracing diversity. Feel the rhythm of...
Revolutionizing HR and Events: Empowerment, Leadership, and the Future of Work with Marc Coleman
April 11, 2024 08:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBPrepare to be whisked away on an insightful journey with Leila McKenzie-Delis, as I sit with the unparalleled Marc Coleman of Unleash. Together, we dissect the exhilarating evolution of the HR events industry and the nuanced art of fostering indispensable human connections in today's digital world. From Marc's unexpected shift from science to HR, to the extraordinary challenges and triumphs of a remote-first events business, his story is one of resilience and innovation amid the ever-changin...
Breaking Barriers: The Journey of Black Executives with Dr. Chuck Wallington
April 04, 2024 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBWhen Dr. Chuck Wallington, a visionary in the corporate realm and a passionate storyteller, graced our podcast, he didn't just recount his journey from a curious child to an illustrious executive at Cone Health, he also illuminated the path for future Black leaders. With a freshly minted book in hand, "A Seat at the Seasweet Table," Chuck offers an intimate glimpse into the successes and struggles of 30 Black executives navigating the tumultuous waters of today's business world. Our conversa...
The Power of Heritage and Diversity in Leadership: A Conversation with DeShaun Wise Porter
March 22, 2024 09:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBThe story of DeShaun Wise Porter, VP and Global Head of Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement at Hilton, always reminds all of us about the profound impact one's heritage can have on their aspirations and achievements. DeShaun's journey from the finance world to the pinnacle of HR leadership is both fascinating and inspiring, embodying the tenacity and dedication required to build inclusive and thriving workplaces. She shares invaluable insights on the transcendent nature of people-centric sk...
Driving Equality: How AutoTrader's CEO Nathan Coe Champions D&I for Business Success
March 14, 2024 09:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBAs a parent, witnessing your child encounter barriers can ignite a passion for change that resonates far beyond the confines of home. That's precisely what happened to Nathan Coe, CEO of AutoTrader, when he saw his daughters confront gender biases. On our show, Nathan walks us through his awakening to the realities of diversity and inclusion, illustrating how these revelations have transformed AutoTrader into a beacon of equality, offering lessons that extend to us all about the essence of l...
From Healthcare to DEI Champion: Melody Moore's Journey of Transformation and Inclusion
March 07, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBWhen Melody Moore took a courageous leap, leaving behind a tenured NHS position to start anew in Canada, little did she know the journey would transform her into a DEI luminary and an inspiring voice for change. This episode peers into Mel's riveting narrative, tracing the pivotal shifts that launched her from healthcare to a champion of diversity, equity, and inclusion, now sharing her insights as a consultant and author. Her story is a vibrant tapestry, woven with threads of leadership, se...
Journey from War-torn Beginnings to Leading the Remote Work Revolution with Tony Jamous
February 15, 2024 16:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBFrom the remnants of a war-torn Lebanon to the zenith of entrepreneurship, Tony Jamous shares the odyssey that led him to champion the remote work revolution with Oyster, a beacon for global job democratization. His tale is one of triumph over personal and professional battles, a testament to the resilience that forges not just successful business leaders, but pioneers of social change. We explore how Tony's dedication to mental health, personal growth, and societal impact intertwines with h...
Business Growth through Diversity: A Dialogue with Alicin Reidy Williamson, Chief Diversity and Culture Officer at Yahoo
February 01, 2024 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBWhat if diversity wasn't a zero-sum game? What could you achieve if you understood the power of connecting with diverse audiences and truly grasped the value of stakeholder engagement? Join us as we take an in-depth look at diversity and inclusion in the business landscape with Alicin Reidy Williamson, Chief Diversity and Culture Officer at Yahoo. This isn't just about ticking boxes and making sure the workplace is representative. It's about how a diverse and inclusive environment can drive ...
Embracing the Power of Uniqueness: Chris Mouskoundi, Non Executive Director, The Ocean Partnership
January 18, 2024 13:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBWhat if the secret to success goes beyond financial achievements? Join us as we explore this concept with our guest, Chris Mouskoundi, Non Executive Director, The Ocean Partnership. Chris takes us along his unique career journey, starting with his upbringing in an immigrant family that instilled in him a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit. We get an insider's view into the role his Greek-American background played in shaping his passion for diversity, inclusion, and equity, and how...
Our Experiences with Privilege and Inclusion with Joanne Conway, Head of Inclusion and Culture, International at DLA Piper
November 23, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBHave you ever wondered how a person's humble beginnings can shape their journey to becoming an influential leader and advocate for diversity and inclusion? Join us as we sit down with a phenomenal woman, Joanne Conway, who turns her challenging childhood into a powerful narrative of resilience and success. Joanne, the Head of Inclusion and Culture, International at DLA Piper, shares her story of growing up in disadvantaged areas and offers practical tips on how to navigate uncertainty and bu...
Harnessing Honesty and Resilience: A Conversation with Jon Dutton, CEO at British Cycling
November 09, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBPrepare for an insightful conversation with Jon Dutton, the man behind British Cycling. With his career spanning over 28 years in the sports field, Jon has taken the reins of leadership at illustrious events like the PGA, Rugby League World Cup 2021, and now, British Cycling. We dive into his journey, the power of resilience, the importance of a diverse and supportive culture within an organization, and how to navigate the challenges our complex world throws at us. The sports field is not ...
Navigating Sustainability, Leadership, and Mental Health in the Workplace with Jenny Packwood, KFC's Chief Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Officer
October 19, 2023 12:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBJenny Packwood, a name synonymous with sustainability and leadership, graces our podcast with her inspiring journey. Her story begins in the agency world as a PR professional and segues into her current role as KFC's Chief Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Officer, where she is transforming the global brand. As we navigate through her two-decade career, we delve into the pivotal role she's played in embracing the shift from CSR to ESG, reflecting the changes and expectations in the busine...
Deconstructing Civilization: The Intersection of Parenting, Leadership, and Diversity with Joshua Partridge, Vice President & Head of EMEA at Yahoo!
October 12, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBWhat would you do to ensure your children have limitless opportunities? Our intriguing guest, Joshua Partridge, Vice President & Head of EMEA at Yahoo! an Australian-raised father of two living in London, shares his enlightening views on parenting, and how his multicultural upbringing influenced his perspective. He artfully weaves his personal experiences, reflecting on the relationships he built during his time at Yahoo! and Shazam. It's a riveting peak into the thrilling world of travel a...
From Heartbreak to Hospitality: The Remarkable Journey of Cesar Wurm, VP of Commercial at IHG Hotels & Resorts
October 05, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBHow can a single experience mold your identity and shape your destiny? Our conversation with Cesar Wurm, the charismatic and empathetic VP of Commercial and Premium Brands at IHG Hotels & Resorts, has us grappling with these profound questions. He takes us down the memory lane, revealing a mesmerizing journey from heart-wrenching loss to finding his passion in hospitality, through a path filled with valuable connections and growth opportunities. Cesar's story is a testament to the power of h...
Freddie Paxton, CEO at WOAW: The Hidden World of CEOs and Power of Personal Branding Revealed
September 21, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBEver pondered on the stark reality of a CEO's life or the power of personal branding? Well, you're in for a treat! We're thrilled to welcome Freddie Paxton, the dynamic CEO of the UK's leading personal branding agency, WOAW. Freddie takes us on an inspiring journey, sharing his transition from a university dropout to a C-suite executive. He peels back the layers of the CEO role, revealing its challenges and responsibilities - which can often be a far cry from the perceived glamour. Freddie'...
Turning Gender into a Superpower: An In-depth Conversation with Liz Benison, CEO of ISS UK and Ireland
August 29, 2023 11:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBWhat if, in a heavily male-dominated industry, your gender wasn’t a barrier but a superpower, an asset? Join us for a captivating conversation with Liz Benison, CEO of ISS UK and Ireland, as she shares her journey from an uncertain 18-year-old to leading a major organization, and how she turned her gender into a superpower in the automotive industry. This episode promises interesting discussions on gender equity, parenthood, care responsibilities, and the different life stages of a CEO. B...
Merary Soto-Saunders, Global Head of DE&I at CVC Capital Partner on representation, vulnerability, strategy and change
August 17, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Merary Soto-Saunders, Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at CVC Capital Partners. On mentoring/influencing: "And I want to show you that you don't have to be perfect. That you can be vulnerable, that you can be human and still be very impactful and still be accessible. But if people don't lean into that vulnerability, we just become almost too distant to be impactful to younger people that ...
Ben Page, CEO at Ipsos on the importance of cultural competence, organisational diversity and bold leadership
August 10, 2023 14:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBOur fourth CEO Activist episode features a conversation between Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global and Ben Page, CEO at Ipsos. "People want leadership. That means they want clarity, they want fairness, they want transparency, They want to believe that someone has a plan, even if the world is in turmoil or in chaos." You'll hear about - Ben's 36 year stint with Ipsos, starting as a graduate trainee to his rise as CEO - Ipsos' evolution over the years growing to become a ...
Roisin Mackenzie, Chief People officer at Saga PLC on using D&I as a core pillar of an organisation's people strategy
August 03, 2023 12:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Roisin Mackenzie, Chief People officer at Saga PLC "But ultimately it's it's all about back to listen to your colleagues - How are they feeling? What are they telling you? Because they will tell you if a culture is off, they will tell you if they don't feel like you've got an inclusive culture. So you have to focus on culture as much as you do your processes, diversity and who who you bringing in. If you ...
Paul Gerrard, Campaigns, Public Affairs & Board Secretariat Director at the Co-op on the importance of a partnership between businesses and government to help communities prosper
July 13, 2023 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBOur third CEO Activist episode features a conversation between Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global and Paul Gerrard, Campaigns, Public Affairs & Board Secretariat Director at the Co-op Group, Board Director at Co-ops UK and Trustee of the Co-operative Heritage Trust. Paul played a role in shaping what the CEO Activist campaign looks like today especially when it comes to the convening power of the initiative when it comes to business and policymakers. "A partnership betwee...
Katherine Griffiths, the City Editor at Bloomberg on what it takes to support female employees to progress to top levels within organisations
June 22, 2023 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Katherine Griffiths, the City Editor at Bloomberg. "But it is the case still that I think in news in particular, it's a problem. If a parent needs to be out of the office, take time off. And I think it's got something to do with the very nature of the job, which is sometimes things need to be done immediately." You'll hear about: - A whistlestop tour of Katherine's life including her career history thro...
Stephanie Mehta, Chief Executive and Chief Content Officer of Mansueto Ventures on the need for leadership to be purposeful, inclusive and empowering
June 15, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBOur second CEO Activist episode features a conversation between Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global and Stephanie Mehta, Chief Executive and Chief Content Officer of Mansueto Ventures. 'I think that good now in in my new role looks like creating a place where people really do feel like they are empowered to do their best work and empowered to say when there is something that is preventing them from being able to do their best work.' You'll hear about - Stephanie's rich an...
Ruben Ramirez, Group Head of Diversity and Inclusion for Syngenta Group on the importance of strategic planning to make a scalable difference in D&I
June 08, 2023 12:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Ruben Alejandro Ramirez, the group head of Diversity and Inclusion for Syngenta Group "it all starts by understanding the space. For example, we have a global pride campaign as an entire group. However, we understand that in some places, this is illegal. So what we are trying to do this year is to have a low pressure campaign for those countries where pride is accepted and LGBTQ community is accepted, but...
Shirine Khoury-Haq, Group CEO at Co-op: The need for CEO Activists to speak authentically and credibly about issues that truly matter internally and externally
May 31, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBOur first ever CEO Activist podcast kicks off with a fascinating conversation between Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global and Shirine Khoury-Haq, Group CEO at Co-op. "In terms of activism from a from a CEO perspective it is important to be authentic and to really determine what it is that's important to you, that you feel you can actually stand up and talk about with credibility, both inside your own organization, to be able to effect the change within one's own organizat...
Asif Sadiq, Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Warner Brothers Discovery on authenticity, conversation, culture and representation as key D&I elements within organisations
May 18, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Asif Sadiq, Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Warner Brothers Discovery "At Warner Brothers Discovery, I'm looking at the internal elements. I'm looking at productions. I'm looking at our content. You know, how do we make it more diverse? How do we tell authentic stories? And that's how D&I should be positioned. In a way that you are really aligning to the internal and the external so that...
Salma De Graaff, VP People/(CHRO) at Skyscanner on using multicultural experiences to build better communities that drive greater engagement
May 04, 2023 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Salma De Graaff, VP People/(CHRO) at Skyscanner "People that have come from the people function that can lead an organization, they're also leading the people in an organization and finding a way to understand and facilitate both what generates great revenue and what are going to be the key elements that lead the company forward and also how do we create the environment able to thrive." You'll hear about...
Clare Costello, Chief People and Inclusion officer at the Co-op on How to manage and grow diversity and inclusion in procurement and people
April 20, 2023 11:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Clare Costello, Chief People and Inclusion officer at the Co-op "How many times have I said to somebody in the last decade, You're a fantastic negotiator. You can pull an RFP together, analyze data in such an immense way, massive thumbs up, humanity, stakeholders, kind of. Okay. But if you can get your people scaled up, you'll go from being a really good buy to being amazing. And it is that is the more pe...
Zahoor Ahamed, Head of Social Mobility, Inclusion and Belonging at Coop on How to elevate the narrative around D&I to drive change
April 06, 2023 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Zahoor Ahmad, Head of Social Mobility, Inclusion and Belonging at Coop and Executive Director at Alchemy Performance. "Through emotional intelligence you can create a level of psychological safety and then people are accepting of ideas because they are non-threatening. However, if people enter their fight or flight mode when you approach them, you're not going to get much out of them." You'll hear about:...
Zahoor Ahmad, Head of Social Mobility, Inclusion and Belonging at Coop on How to elevate the narrative around D&I to drive change
April 06, 2023 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Zahoor Ahmad, Head of Social Mobility, Inclusion and Belonging at Coop and Executive Director at Alchemy Performance. "Through emotional intelligence you can create a level of psychological safety and then people are accepting of ideas because they are non-threatening. However, if people enter their fight or flight mode when you approach them, you're not going to get much out of them." You'll hear about:...
Brendan Vaughan, Editor in Chief of Fast Company on How to redefine what productivity and work culture look like to retain employees
March 23, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Brendan Vaughan, Editor in Chief of Fast Company. "There are enough organisations that truly do value work-life balance - the idea that you shouldn't have an always, always, always on culture or you will lose people. That's never been more true than it is these days." You'll hear about: - Brendan's evolution as a journalist and how he ended up as the Editor in Chief of Fast Company - How the meaning of...
Margaret Johnston-Clarke, Global Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer for L'Oreal: How can organisations communicate about the D&I issues that really matter
March 09, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Margaret Johnston-Clarke, Global Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer for L'Oreal. "The most important decision I made at the time which I would recommend highly to anyone moving into this sphere today is to really understand the corporate culture of your organisation but also what the business culture is like." You'll hear about: - Margaret's personal and professional story including her wond...
Raj Verma, Chief Diversity, Culture+ Ex Officer for Sanofi: How to create an organisational culture that makes employees want to stay
February 16, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Raj Verma, Chief Diversity, Culture+ Ex Officer for Sanofi. "One of the reasons why I put together the function that I lead today around diversity, culture and experience is because they are the reasons people join and they are the reasons people leave an organization." You'll hear about: - Raj's personal and professional story including his childhood moving from a predominantly brown and black neighbou...
Clay Johnson, Senior Learning Technologist at UWE: How to ensure that modern education meets the needs of modern society
February 02, 2023 16:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Clay Johnson, Senior Learning Technologist, University of the West of England. "I think we need to change our educational framework...Modern education needs to address modern societal need. That process is happening within schools at the grassroots. It is happening organically because teachers fundamentally want to establish positive relationships with the people that they teach." You'll hear about: - C...
Scott Walker, CEO of XpertHR: How can an organisation attract and retain the very best talent?
January 19, 2023 15:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Scott Walker, CEO of XpertHR, part of the Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions Group. "You know Millennials and Gen-Z in the workplace are demanding that their organisations are ethical in the way in which they both interact with the world and their communities around them but also how they treat their employees and there is an innate sense of fairness that these employees really are insisting upon and so the peopl...
Rebecca Achieng Ajulu-Bushell, CEO of the10,000 Interns Foundation: How to challenge the CEO stereotype as a modern leader
January 05, 2023 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Rebecca Achieng Ajulu-Bushell, CEO of the 10,000 Interns Foundation. "When you're leaving school or university you are bombarded with a repeated 'What are you going to do?' The more interesting questions are 'What do you want your life to look like?' or 'What do you want your life to feel like?' Finding the answers to those questions will tell you what you're going to do." You'll hear about: - Rebecca's...
Nicholas Petche, Editor in Chief for Yahoo UK: How to create circumstances and narratives that enable opportunities
December 15, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis , CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Nicholas Petche, Editor in Chief for Yahoo UK. "People are complicated, and we can get blind to this because we think about human relationships in terms of what can and can't be said. What we can do is to create circumstances and the narratives that will enable opportunities to be as wide as possible." - Nick's personal and professional journey including his global career, how he came to be in his curre...
Ben Bengougam, Senior VP HR for Hilton: How to deserve that proverbial seat at the leadership table
December 08, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis , CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Ben Bengougam, Senior Vice President Human Resources across EMEA for Hilton. "In order to deserve that proverbial seat at the table, you still have to make a credible link between what you do for your people and business success." - Ben's personal and professional journey including how he came to be in his current position and how it impacted his leadership style. - How the role of an HR leader has evo...
"It's about creating a community that works within an organisation" featuring Philip Hoggarth, CEO of Communisis and President of OSG Europe
November 03, 2022 11:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this week’s podcast, our CEO Leila McKenzie-Delis speaks to Philip Hoggarth, CEO of Communisis and President of OSG Europe Here’s what they discuss: - Philip's background and journey including the factors that led him to his current roles and drive his passion for business for good and the employee experience - How his personal life and journey has shaped him as a leader including his work ethic and discovering himself as a person - How Philip's goal of transforming Communisis and his...
"Minority experiences, while they may come from different backgrounds, are the same", Kalvinder Dhillon, Vice Chair, Tax, Deloitte UK, NSE Deloitte Board Member
July 15, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBThis week Leila has a conversation with Kalvinder Dhillon, Vice Chair, Tax, Deloitte UK, NSE Deloitte Board Member What you'll hear about: 💡Kalvinder's personal and professional background, including her heritage as an immigrant and her focus and drive towards success 💡Intersectionality and the fact that it is not a zero-sum game, so there are complexities to D&I that demand collaboration 💡Speaking up, utilising the trickle affect, staying ahead of the curve because D&I affects every aspec...
"We want people to think differently about neurodiverse employees" Martin McKay, Chief Executive Officer, Texthelp
July 07, 2022 15:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBAccording to Harvard Health Publishing, neurodiversity includes the many ways that people experience and interact with the world around them - there is no one correct way of thinking, learning, and behaving, and differences are not a weakness. This week's podcast features Martin McKay, CEO of Texthelp with our CEO Leila McKenzie-Delis. 🧠 Martin's foray into studying and understanding dyslexia and his subsequent career 🧠 Many different aspects of dyslexia and why it is ultimately a superpow...
"There are little things that employers can do to understand and respect what is going on in someone's life" with Kelly Beaver, Chief Executive, UK and Ireland, Ipsos Mori.
June 30, 2022 15:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBIn this week’s podcast, our CEO Leila McKenzie-Delis speaks to Kelly Beaver, Chief Executive, UK and Ireland, Ipsos Mori. Here’s what they discuss: 📈Kelly's background and work at Ipsos and her non-exec positions in academia and charity work 📈Executive sponsorship, leadership, trickle effect, early intervention when it comes to education 📈The market research industry with its focus on data and the methodology and rationale behind evidence-based decision making 📈The emotional intelligence r...
There are little things that employers can do to understand and respect what is going on in someone's life Kelly Beaver, Chief Executive, UK and Ireland, Ipsos Mori.
June 30, 2022 15:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBIn this week’s podcast, our CEO Leila McKenzie-Delis speaks to Kelly Beaver, Chief Executive, UK and Ireland, Ipsos Mori. Here’s what they discuss: 📈Kelly's background and work at Ipsos and her non-exec positions in academia and charity work 📈Executive sponsorship, leadership, trickle effect, early intervention when it comes to education 📈The market research industry with its focus on data and the methodology and rationale behind evidence-based decision making 📈The emotional intelligence r...
Especially in multicultural marketing, most of the things that brands did were old and traditional
June 23, 2022 13:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this week’s podcast, our CEO Leila McKenzie-Delis has a conversation with Serhat Ekinci, Managing Director of Unite, Omnicom Media Group. Here’s what they discuss: 🚀Serhat's professional background in the world of creative, digital, media, advertising and consulting as well as his rich cultural background (Turkish/Kurdish) that influences his work and passion projects 🚀Importance of media representation in content, communication and data to be inclusive because people will not feel incl...
''Especially in multicultural marketing, most of the things that brands did were old and traditional'' Serhat Ekinci, Managing Director of Unite, Omnicom Media Group.
June 23, 2022 13:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this week’s podcast, our CEO Leila McKenzie-Delis has a conversation with Serhat Ekinci, Managing Director of Unite, Omnicom Media Group. Here’s what they discuss: 🚀Serhat's professional background in the world of creative, digital, media, advertising and consulting as well as his rich cultural background (Turkish/Kurdish) that influences his work and passion projects 🚀Importance of media representation in content, communication and data to be inclusive because people will not feel incl...
"It's not just about the learning, it's about the unlearning, too", Astrid Sundberg, Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Oda
June 16, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBThis week Leila has a conversation with Astrid Sundberg, Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Oda. What you'll hear about: Astrid's story and her personal and professional journey including her work with global companies, early foray into senior leadership, single parenthood, international transitions and lived experiences Gender discrimination and speaking out, the importance of mental health and wellbeing and the need to not hold things together behind a glossy facade Inclusion and B...