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The Transformation Leaders Podcast

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Interviews with experienced Transformation Leaders exploring their Business Transformation Journey

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#36 - Bob Gerrard

June 11, 2021 09:00 - 37 minutes - 86.8 MB

Bob Gerrard joins Tony on the virtual sofa in Episode #36 of the Inside Track podcast.   Submit your questions If you would like to clarify anything with either Tony or Bob make a comment below or drop Tony an email. We will respond.   About Tony Lockwood After a 25 year career delivering change and transformation, Tony launched The Transformation Leaders Hub (#TLH)  in 2020.  #TLH's core focus is to help members to standout from the crowd, build their network with their peers and open...

#35 - Adam Willis

May 28, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 95.5 MB

Adam Willis joins Tony on the virtual sofa in Episode #35 of the Inside Track podcast. Throughout his career, Adam has taken lessons onboard and looked to apply them on future projects - on this show, he shares some of these and how he successfully adapted his style.   Submit your questions If you would like to clarify anything with either Tony or Adam make a comment below or drop Tony an email. We will respond.   About Tony Lockwood After a 25 year career delivering change and transf...

#34 - Simon Berkeley

May 14, 2021 09:00 - 40 minutes - 93.6 MB

Tony welcomes Simon Berkeley onto the virtual sofa in Episode #34 of the Inside Track podcast. After an earlier career in oil exploration and consulting, Simon has designed, led and managed numerous large-scale transformation and change programmes with strong credentials in strategy development within capital-intensive industries, gained whilst working with leading multinationals in over 25 countries.   Submit your questions If you would like to clarify anything with either Tony or Simon...

#33 - Gary Burke

April 30, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 76.4 MB

Tony welcome Gary Burke onto the virtual sofa in Episode #33 of the Inside Track podcast. KISS - keep it simple, stupid! is the personal mantra that Gary adopts in all of his projects and he believes that this certainly helps to ensure that change and transformation is successfully delivered. In this show, Gary shares his experience of over 20 years, gained primarily within the insurance sector and related solutions providers.   Submit your questions If you would like to clarify anythin...

#32 - Richard Kerr

April 16, 2021 16:37 - 42 minutes - 96.2 MB

Richard Kerr joins Tony on the virtual sofa in Episode #32 of the Inside Track podcast. Richard's career is a little different from most of the people that we have had on the podcast, in that he has come from a legal background, where he worked on settling contractual conflicts around major change initiatives. He realised that there were some key themes and started to move along the 'food-chain' and now works with organisations to ensure that programmes are established in the right way and...

#31 - Colin Bell

April 02, 2021 09:00 - 38 minutes - 87.7 MB

Colin Bell joins Tony on the virtual sofa in Episode #31 of the Inside Track podcast. Colin's approach differs from many people that we had have on this podcast, in that he is more of a coach than a consultant. However, his focus on productivity and support people to give their best is very apt for the series. Total length : 38.19   Submit your questions If you would like to clarify anything with either Tony or Colin, make a comment below or drop Tony an email. We will respond.   Abou...

#30 - Linzi Parry

March 19, 2021 09:00 - 46 minutes - 106 MB

Tony is delighted to be joined by Linzi Parry on Episode #30 of the Inside Track podcast. 25+years of hands-on experience leading and delivering transformation and change programmes, never on the sidelines, always at the business end of the change, Linzi's pragmatic approach delivers a focused and clear vision for the end game, a succinct roadmap, a toolkit that's adapted to the needs of the client (in collaboration with their teams) and an increase in internal change capability to deploy w...

#29 - Anne Shiels

March 05, 2021 10:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MB

Tony is delighted to be joined by Anne Shiels on Episode #29 of the Inside Track podcast. With over 30 years experience in large corporate organisations, many of which were spent in senior leadership roles leading complex organisational change, and with over 1000 hours of professional coaching experience working with both individual Executives and their Executive Teams or Boards, Anne brings unrivalled knowledge and experience of developing high performing executives and their teams. Anne h...

#28 - Chris Bevan

February 19, 2021 10:00 - 44 minutes - 101 MB

Tony is delighted to be joined by Chris Bevan on Episode #28 of the Inside Track podcast. Chris has been designing and orchestrating the delivery of transformational change for over 35 years. The past 25 years he has been privileged to lead a number of assignments across different industries, in the UK, USA and Europe. His approach to transformational change focuses on the structural, operational, human, behavioural and cultural elements of transformation and change that enable delivery thr...

#27 - Chris Gibson

February 05, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 93.8 MB

Chris Gibson MBE joins Tony on Episode #27. He shares his experience gained throughout his career, initially in the military and more recently in both public and private sector organisations. His mantra is - It’s All About Making People Better ... and he is passionate about people, supporting teams and organisations to utilise their full potential in order to achieve higher level results. From professional sport to business, creating the pathway to higher level performance and results.   ...

#26 - Elly Hoult

January 22, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 86.7 MB

Tony is delighted to welcome Elly Hoult onto today's show.  Elly has delivered significant change and transformation within social housing organisations and is presently the Group Director of Assets for Notting Hill Genesis.  During this Pod, we talk extensively about how people react and respond to change and transformation and Elly shares many insights that she has experienced along the way. Enjoy this highly informative episode. Total length : 37:52   Submit your questions If you w...

#25 - Troy Henshall

January 08, 2021 10:00 - 46 minutes - 105 MB

Troy Henshall joins Tony on today's show.  Troy is presently the Director of Business Services & Transformation for Wandle, the Social Housing provider that provides over 7,000 homes across nine south London boroughs. During this Pod, Troy discusses life before his experience within social housing and how he has always been an initiator of change and how this is inspiring his vision for Wandle moving forward. Enjoy this highly informative episode. Total length : 46:02   Submit your que...

#24 - EWEN BRADLEY

December 18, 2020 10:00 - 35 minutes - 80.5 MB

In today's show, Tony is delighted to be joined on the virtual sofa by Ewen Bradley Ewen has significant public and private sector transformation leadership experience and shares his approach throughout this episode. We seem to have pulled together all of the Irishmen together - it wasn't planned!  Ewen though is from Northern Ireland. I'm sure that you will find the show highly informative. Total length : 35:10 Submit your questions If you would like to clarify anything with either To...

#23 - Michael Ryan

December 04, 2020 10:00 - 43 minutes - 99.2 MB

In today's show, Tony is delighted to be joined on the virtual sofa by Michael Ryan Like many, Michael's career started in a completely different place and he explains how he was attracted to move into the world of change and transformation.  His direct style throughout the show is littered with many great best practice tips and guidance - he evens set you a challenge, if you're up for it! I'm sure that you will find the show highly informative. Total length : 43:21 Submit your question...

#22 - Steve Baker

November 20, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 110 MB

This episode is slightly different that the previous shows, in that the person that Tony is in discussion with isn't a corporate transformation leader. However, we are delighted to be joined by Steven Baker OBE and honestly, we defy anyone in business (irrespective of whether you operate in the change and transformation space) not to be able to get something from this episode. Tony has known Steve for a couple of years and his background story is fascinating. What is even more fascinating...

#21 - Peter Gallagher

November 06, 2020 10:00 - 37 minutes - 86.6 MB

Tony is delighted to be joined on today's show by Peter Gallagher - a Change Management Global Thought Leader, International Corporate Conference Speaker, Author and Leadership Alignment Coach.   Peter is the author of five change management books and we explore these along with the change questions set by Peter as he works with  leaders and their team to develop the solution; Do you have a change vision? Are you aligned on your strategic objectives? Are you a high performing team? Does...

#20 - JILL GASKELL

October 23, 2020 09:00 - 33 minutes - 75.6 MB

Jill Gaskell joins Tony on today's show.  Jill, a strategic change communications consultant specialises in global transformation programmes and C-level communications coaching and storytelling. She is highly experienced in building engaging communications strategies, particularly for functional transformation in IT, HR and/or Finance. Comfortable cultivating C-level relationships, engaging with CIOs, CFOs and HRDs to bring vision and strategy to life at all levels of the organisation, wi...

#19 - Alice Mellor

October 09, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 81.7 MB

In today's show, Tony is delighted to be joined on the virtual sofa by Alice Mellor. Unlike many people operating within the Transformation space, Alice's career has been focused on just one sector of industry, Financial Services.  However, as she will explain, this hasn't in any way reduced the variety of the programmes she has led and been involved in. Having started my career in FS, I can fully appreciate the full spectrum of opportunities the sector has presented to her.  I was particu...

#18 Dave Reeves

September 25, 2020 09:00 - 33 minutes - 76 MB

Dave Reeves joins Tony on the virtual sofa today. Dave's career in transformation has taken in contract, interim and permanent roles and his insights into the different perspectives that this has provided are really interesting.  His direct style and approach, along with his willingness to share his experience marks him out as a true transformation leader.   Total length : 33:12   Submit your questions If you would like to clarify anything with either Tony or Dave, make a comment belo...

#17 - MIKE JEACOCK

September 11, 2020 09:00 - 41 minutes - 94.4 MB

Today, Tony is joined by Mike Jeacock, someone that he has known for over 25 years and who was instrumental in getting Tony involved in change and transformation.  This is an entertaining episode full of anecdotes and insights that deliver real value - enjoy the show. 00:59 - The Sliding Doors moment 02:59 - The importance of culture 04:57 - How would you define transformation? 05:41 - Leaders need to be enablers 06:25 - Performance management has to include the 'how you do it' element ...

#16 - Richard Lucas

August 28, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 72.9 MB

Richard Lucas joins Tony on the virtual settee today.  He has some really interesting perspectives on what is required to deliver successful change and transformation - enjoy the show. 03:15 - Definition of Transformation 06:59 - Why is there a reluctance to transform? 11:17 - The ability to challenge and review - a critical step 12:29 - the Leadership Alignment Process 16:35 - Engaging to gain understanding 20:17 - Looking at the organisation as a whole system 25:20 - Typical program...

#15 Nick Churchman

August 14, 2020 09:00 - 37 minutes - 85.5 MB

Tony is joined on the virtual settee today by Nick Churchman.  After a career within the RAF, Nick has significant experience of delivering change and transformation across many sectors in various parts of the globe. 06:08 - The most enjoyable elements of Transformation 09:20 - Facing off to the Big 4 10:58 - Managing complicated stakeholders 12:47 - The need for common objectives 14:42 - Tracking and realising benefits 17:20 - Accountability is critical 17:46 - What gets measured get...

#14 - Daryl Woodhouse

July 31, 2020 09:00 - 33 minutes - 76.3 MB

Tony is delighted to be joined by Daryl Woodhouse on this 14th Episode. He has had a really fascinating career and has overcome some significant personal challenges - this episodes looks into both of these aspects and pulls together some key lessons.     05:00 - Learning by mentoring entrepreneurs 05:15 - Holding the leadership team to account 07:15 - The impact of a major personal burnout 09:00 - Building a recovery plan 13:02 - Deciding what's important to you 15:13 - The need to va...

#13 - Andrea Law

July 17, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 83.9 MB

Andrea Law, Managing Director of Communications & Engagement consultancy, Enthuse, joins host Tony Lockwood on this 13th episode and shares her deep understanding and experience of driving engagement within and throughout the transformation journey.   Tony also shares an update on a new development for TWP at the end, so keep listening :) 02:43 - Time to Reset  06:30 - Creating workplaces that people enjoy coming to 08:38 - The benefits of a hub approach 11:49 - Focus on the individual ...

#12 - Hannah Manyewu

July 03, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 71.7 MB

In this 12th Episode, Tony welcomes Hannah Manyewu to discuss her experience in an area close to both of their hearts - social housing.  Hannah has worked throughout her career within this most valuable sector and has significant experience of delivering change and transformation both with a public sector housing organisation, a non for profit registered provider and a for profit new entrant to the sector.  02:47 - Cultural differences and the impact on the approach to change  05:56 - Rest...

#11 - The lessons that we can take from the initial 10 Episodes and a brief announcement

June 19, 2020 09:00 - 25 minutes - 58.6 MB

Today's episode is slightly different in that we are reviewing the first 10 episodes and pulling out the key points and messages, of which there are many. If you haven't already, please do go and listen to the previous episodes - each is jam packed with ideas and proven approaches that you can easily adapt and adopt to give your programmes a better chance of success. Normality will return on the next episode in a couple of weeks. Any questions, please do leave a comment - I will respond t...

#10 - Dai Jones

June 05, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 89.2 MB

Tony is delighted to be joined by Dai Jones on Episode 10. Dai has vast experience across many sectors of delivering multi faceted transformation. His style and approach to engaging the team and taking people on the journey will I'm sure open up thoughts and ideas that you can apply moving forward. 02:46 - A commercially savvy transformation director??? 05:10 - Designing the change that the client needs! 08:51 - The value of bringing in a fresh pair of eyes 09:33 - Transformation takes m...

#9 - Andrea Wood

May 22, 2020 09:00 - 29 minutes - 67.6 MB

Andrea Wood joins Tony Lockwood in Episode #9. This episode focuses on the importance of communication in supporting the transformation journey.  Andrea's background is fascinating and has helped her evolve her style and approach to transformation delivery.  01:36 - A time to reset and reflect  03:01 - Change is about disruption 03:59 - The need for a burning platform 05:28 - How her role as a Diplomat with Nelson Mandela helped shape her approach 07:23 - Engagement of audiences is key ...

#8 - Dan Leyland

May 08, 2020 09:00 - 32 minutes - 74.8 MB

In Episode #8 your host Tony Lockwood is joined by Dan Leyland. Having become involved in transformation and change through an unusual route, Dan shares his experiences and views on a wide range of topics, emphasising the real need for top executives to not only understand but be able to actively deliver change across their organisations.     02:28 - Interesting introduction to Transformation  03:33 - The similarities with a start up business 04:50 - Why change fails 06:24 - Change has ...

#7 - LEO FALCONE

April 24, 2020 09:00 - 39 minutes - 89.5 MB

Leo Falcone, joins host Tony Lockwood in Episode #7. Leo has operated across clients in both southern and northern hemispheres and one of the areas covered is the different cultural aspects that he has seen in organisations driving change.   01:12 - What is the definition of Transformation 02:54 - How do you determine Strategic Transformation 07:19 - Challenging the status quo 08:57 - Getting people to adopt the new approach 10:50 - The Project Machinery 11:57 - How to integrate benefi...

#6 - Steve Dover

April 10, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 87.8 MB

In Episode 6, Tony Lockwood is in discussion with Steve Dover.  Steve has managed major construction projects, significant outsourcing programmes and large scale transformations within both public and private sector organisations.  He has a direct style and knows what has worked for him - maybe you can apply some of his thinking and approach in your future programmes. I'm sure that you'll find the discussion interesting! 03:15 - Lessons from implementing major outsourcing deals 04:20 - D...

#5 - Alex Neame

March 27, 2020 09:00 - 25 minutes - 59 MB

Episode 5 provides an interesting perspective on Transformation delivery with host Tony Lockwood in conversation with Alex Neame.  Alex is a scientist and a UK Army veteran who has been involved in many major programmes.    I'm sure that you'll find the discussion interesting! 02:41 - What can we learn from the world of science? 04:27 - The role of the leader in transformation 05:50 - Managing in stressful situations 08:56 - A successful framework for change & transformation 12:23 - St...

#4 - Richard Napthine

March 13, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 65.5 MB

In Episode 4, host Tony Lockwood has a conversation with Richard Napthine, who has been involved in many major programmes, including Terminal 5 at Heathrow Airport and the 2012 London Olympics!    Lessons learned on these can and have been applied to many business Transformations across multiple sectors.  I'm sure that you'll find the discussion interesting! 04:28 - The need to assess behavioural/ culture change requirements  08:05 - The impact of an immoveable deadline 09:45 - Managing ...

#3 - Damon Lawrenson

February 28, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 76.9 MB

This week, host Tony Lockwood is in discussion with Damon Lawrenson. 34 years delivery experience in over 35 private & public sector organisations, Damon is now regarded as a thought leader in the industry. He has extensive experience of leading organisations through turbulent and dynamic times. This leadership weaves a dense web of inclusion at every level, to ensure optimum results, leading both small & large teams, from a diverse array of cultural backgrounds in the pursuit of excellence...

#2 - Lisa Oxley

February 14, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 65.1 MB

In this episode, host Tony Lockwood is in discussion with Lisa Oxley. Lisa has a Finance Director/ CFO background but has been heavily involved in delivering massive transformations across a number of organisations and sectors. She shares this experience in her entertaining and typically direct style - I'm sure you'll pick up some nuggets today.  05:20 - The role of the CFO in transformation delivery 06:34 - Transformation is by definition, radical change 06:57 - The need to consider the ...

#1 - Christoph Burtscher

February 14, 2020 10:00 - 41 minutes - 74.3 MB

Host Tony Lockwood talks to Christoph Burtscher, Global Head of Planning & Performance at DunnHumby. Christoph shares his experience of delivering programmes across multiple sectors and highlights a number of key points that he feels are important in his success.  06:50 - Outputs vs Outcomes 08:30 - Keeping the CFO Onside 14:03 - The Use of Methodologies 19:16 - Cross Sector Experience 21:12 - Stakeholder Management 22:11 - Change Management 23:41 - The Challenge of Middle Management ...

Trailer

February 10, 2020 10:00 - 1 minute - 3.33 MB

Subscribe to Inside Track - Business Transformation Journeys with Tony Lockwood, a podcast where we will hear stories from leading Transformation experts who offer their insights, guidance and tips to provide you with the tools to ensure that your Transformation Journey doesn't end in failure, like 70% of these journeys do.   About Tony Lockwood Tony heads the Transformation Practice for Thompson Wright Partners - he can be contacted by email at [email protected]   About TWP...