A View From The Top

Join host Adrian Cropley in this enlightening episode of 'A View From the Top', as he chats with Adedoyin Jaiyesimi, a strategic communications trailblazer and co-founder of The Comms Avenue.  Adedoyin shares her journey from studying law to becoming a powerhouse in brand strategy and communication across Africa. Learn about her early career struggles, the pivotal role of mentorship, the...

Join host Adrian Cropley in this insightful episode of A View From the Top as he chats with Richard Etienne , an award-winning personal brand and communication consultant.  Richard shares his unique career journey, including his role as the official videographer for British Prime Minister, Theresa May, his stint as Director of Internal Communication at Elsevier , and his initiatives like The Intro...

Join host Adrian Cropley as he dives into the world of digital strategy and data-driven insights with Asha Oberoi , Managing Director and Head of Digital and Insights at FTI Consulting . With over 20 years of experience in media and consulting, Asha shares her journey from an early fascination with news and information to becoming a leader in using data to shape digital strategies. Discover her in...

In this episode, host Adrian Cropley has a chat with Anthea Cudworth , a Fellow at the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence . Anthea takes us on a journey through her fascinating career, which kicked off with a science degree and financial roles in London. She later found herself leading corporate communication teams for big names like Royal Dutch Shell, Telstra, and the Commonwealth Bank...

From media to corporate leadership is the best description of this episode of 'A View From The Top' where Adrian interviews Kane Erroll Choa , Vice President of Corporate Communications at ABS-CBN Corporation in the Philippines. With over 30 years of experience, Kane's career highlights an unexpected transition from broadcast journalism to corporate communications, shaped by his edu...

In this episode, I chat with Ritzy Villarico Ronquillo , a leading communication professional and IABC Fellow from the Philippines. Ritzy shares her extensive career journey in communication, spanning over three decades. She recounts her early influences, such as co-curricular involvement in school and community leadership, and her strategic roles in various industries, including energy and manufa...

In this episode Charu Raizada , a seasoned integrated communication consultant, delves into her expansive 25 year-year career journey. Based in Delhi, India, Charu speaks with Adrian   about her diverse experience in crisis management, ESG, and leadership communication. Charu shares her early career ambitions, her shift into public relations, and her evolution into a specialist in integrated commu...

Michael Nord is a certified strategic communication management professional with over 25 years of experience in leadership, strategic communication and change. This is our second interview with Michael as he shares his journey from the armed forces to communication advisor, emphasising the skills he gained in the military that aided his corporate success. He highlights his time at Philips and his...

In this episode we explore the fantastic career trajectory of Zurich-based leadership and communication coach Ulrike Seminati, a former C-level communication advisor. We discuss Ulrike's career journey, from roles in internal communication in the automotive, broadcasting, and chemical industries to becoming a C-level executive in a pharmaceutical company. Ulrike, who is wonderfully humble yet...

Today's guest is an innovator and leader in the telecommunications space. Tarek Kamil is the CEO and founder of Cerkl Broadcast, an internal communication platform supporting employee engagement. During this episode we explore Tarek's entrepreneurial journey that has seen him delve deep into the realms of digitalisation and data-driven value creation. As a former executive director of On...

It's evident that Rob and I haven't caught up in a while, as we delved deep into the distant past. But what struck me during our conversation was the incredible wealth of knowledge and experience this man possesses. Rob boasts an impressive resume: he's a certified member of the Institute of Internal Communication, a Fellow of the Royal Society for Arts, Manufactures and Commerce, a...

In the dynamic world of social media, digital communication, and online marketing, few possess the expertise and adaptability of Fady Ramzy . With an impressive career spanning more than 25 years, Fady has been a constant force of innovation and transformation. Fady's journey began in the tech realm, where he laid the foundation for his illustrious career. As the digital landscape evolved, so...

Singapore-based Jyoti Khan SCMP has built an enviable career over the last 20 years, rising to the top in internal communication for one of the world's biggest brands. After a stint in agency life, where she worked with some of the best technology, telecom, IT services, and financial brands in India, Asia and around the globe,  it was only natural Jyoti would eventually co-found her own consu...

Howard Krais is an award-winning leader in the communication world with over 25 years' experience working globally in senior corporate and agency roles. His genuine kindness sets him apart as one of the most delightful individuals you'll ever come across. It’s no surprise then that the consultancy he recently co-founded with his business partner Ann-Marie Blake (a previous podcast guest...

Today's guest is a powerhouse executive communication leader with an enviable career. Priya Sarma is the head of corporate affairs and sustainability for Unilever Middle East and Turkey and an influential board advisor who is passionate about ESG. She made the shift from the world of advertising to marketing and communication and is a current board member of the Advertising Business Group, a...

Jenni Field is truly Redefining Communications . It’s not just the name of her business – she helps organisations go from chaos to calm, transforming them by improving communication.  In this episode, Jenni – a powerhouse of internal communication – talks about her career trajectory from communication officer to business entrepreneur and how she uses her strategic prowess to get business outcomes...

Dr Aniisu K. Verghese is an award-winning corporate communication professional and hosts the acclaimed blog Intraskope. He is also the author of Internal Communications: Insights, Practices and Models and is one of the world's leading internal communication professionals. Aniisu is based in Poland and recently worked at a software and technology company as their director of corporate communic...

Jo Alexander is truly at the top of her game as the Head of Strategic Communication at one of Australia's largest banks. I was thrilled to speak to her about her career, which began in marketing and eventually moved into internal communication and then strategic communication. Right person, right time, and right organisation, is how I would describe Jo's career trajectory.  She is an exc...

It's really no accident that Katie Macaulay is called, "a leading voice in employee communication". Katie is my latest guest and a podcast host herself, hosting The Internal Comms Podcast. She has a knack for the deep exploration of a range of topics with her guests from all around the world. She is not only a leading voice within internal communication but has really influenced the...

In this episode, I travel to the heart of Asia to chat with Elvera Makki, or Vera as she is known to her friends. Based in Jakarta, Indonesia, Vera is a certified Strategic Communication Management Professional with more than two decades of experience in our profession. She is an Eisenhower Innovation Fellow, president of the IABC Indonesia chapter and the Founder and CEO of VMCS Public Relations,...

Joanna Parsons is a multi-award-winning communication professional and Head of Internal Communication & Culture at Teamwork, in Dublin, Ireland. She is indeed at the top of her game when it comes to internal communication and with her training as a sociologist, she has successfully integrated this expertise into her work, helping organisations thrive through effective communication. In this ep...

In this episode, I travel virtually to Austin, Texas, to chat with Bonnie Caver, global communication professional, brand strategist and reputation architect. Bonnie is an award-winning communication professional, a certified strategic communication management professional, certified crisis manager, and one of few in the world to hold an advanced certification for reputation through the Reputation...

Working at the top of her game both within the banking industry and as a board member, Ann-Marie Blake takes time out to share her successful career story, in this month's episode.   She is currently Global Communication Lead in HSBC Wholesale Credit & Lending and is a highly experienced and award-winning senior communication professional. With a successful background in large and complex...

If you work in internal communication, you're in for a real treat because in this episode I speak with London-based communication consultant and executive coach, Trudy Lewis. Trudy specialises in leadership and internal communication relating to strategy, purpose, engagement and change. As a coach, Trudy helps leaders and professionals have an edge, unlocking their potential to become influen...

In this episode, I speak with Australia's only journalist to have scored an exclusive interview with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.  Luke Waters, founding director of Saltwater Media Solutions is a seasoned former senior journalist and now media trainer, and creator of Comtrove, an uncomplicated software solution designed to streamline and measure an organisation’s media management. He&apo...