Unlocking Leadership

In this episode of Unlocking Leadership, Clare is joined by Lucy Hunte to discuss various challenges and opportunities faced by leaders in the workplace. They address topics such as remote work, mental health and wellbeing, attracting talent, and the impact of AI.  With her experience as a leader in the NHS, Lucy highlights the importance of creating a positive work culture, promoting diversity, a...

In this episode of Unlocking Leadership, Clare is joined by Helen Bunch, the Executive Managing Director for Wates Residential, to explore the importance of developing a strong support network and seeking both support and challenge from mentors and peers. Helen also shares her career journey, discussing her transition from a background in theatre to working in the business world and eventually bec...

In this episode of Unlocking Leadership, host Clare Carpenter speaks with Dr Antonio Weiss, Senior Partner at the PSC to discuss the importance of practical approaches in digital transformation, user-centred design, and utilising technology to transform public services. Unlocking Leadership, previously Leadership 2020, is a podcast helping leadership lead in a world that is changing ever quickly....

In this episode of Unlocking Leadership, host Clare Carpenter speaks with Dr Sam Mather, Head of Leadership and Talent at Thames Water, to discuss how you can improve performance within your business through psychological safety. Dr Mather shares her journey of exploring the neuroscience behind organisational environments and how the brain perceives safety and its effect on productivity. Unlocking...

In this episode of Unlocking Leadership, host Clare Carpenter speaks with Rebecca Rodger, the Apprenticeship and Talent Development Manager for Ricoh UK. Listen now as they discuss the importance of understanding the individual and fostering a culture of trust and authenticity within organisations, as well as the significance of diversity when bringing innovation and creativity to the business. Un...

In this episode of Unlocking Leadership, host Clare Carpenter speaks with David Reed, the Chief Knowledge Officer and Evangelist at DataIQ as they discuss the evolution of data management and its transformation from a collection activity to a tool for value creation. In this episode, David shares his journey from journalist to evangelist for data literacy and the importance of understanding and le...

In this episode of Unlocking Leadership, host Clare Carpenter speaks with Helen Tomlinson, the Head of Talent and Inclusion at the Adecco Group and the UK government's first Menopause Employment Champion.  Listen as they discuss the importance of purpose and inclusion in the workplace, as well as the challenges facing different generations, particularly women over 50, and the topic of menopause, i...

In this episode of Unlocking Leadership, host Clare Carpenter speaks with Dan Kellet, Chief Data Officer at Capital One UK.  Listen as they delve into topics such as the fundamentals of data science, the importance of curiosity in data professionals and the role of data science in decision-making and strategy. Unlocking Leadership, previously Leadership 2020, is a podcast helping leadership lead i...

In this podcast episode of Unlocking Leadership, host Clare Carpenter speaks with Nimmi Patel, Head of Skills, Talent and Diversity at techUK as they discuss the intersection of skills, talent, and diversity in the tech industry and the importance of digital literacy within the workplace. Unlocking Leadership, previously Leadership 2020, is a podcast helping leadership lead in a world that is chan...

In this episode of Unlocking Leadership, host Clare Carpenter is joined by Catherine Abrey, the Group Head of Organisational Development and Leadership at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Over their conversation, they discuss the importance of change and self-awareness in leadership development and the importance of organisational and multidisciplinary development over the last 20 years...

Unlocking Leadership, previously Leadership 2020, is a podcast helping leadership lead in a world that is changing ever quickly. Join us as we interview even more inspiring people who provide information and skills on how to tackle the big questions affecting today’s leaders. We blend real-life leadership experiences of our guests with the latest management theory to provide practical, relevant ti...

In our latest Unlocking Leadership episode, Clare speaks to Rachel Jones, Director of Talent, Learning, Engagement, Cultural Change, Inclusion, Performance and Organisational Design at Sodexo. Sodexo is a leading brand in the services sector, providing food services and facilities management to businesses across 55 countries. In this episode, Clare and Rachel discuss the authenticity and empathy r...

This week, Clare talks to Damian Jacobs, from Lloyds Banking Group about all things apprenticeships. Damian discusses why he’s a huge advocate for data training through apprenticeships, and his experience being chair of the Trailblazer Group which established the Data Technician Level 3 standard following his involvement with T Levels. He was instrumental in getting the standard approved for deliv...

This week’s guest is Mark Carey, data analyst for The Athletic and co-host of The Football Analytics Podcast, where Mark combines his love of the game with his knowledge of football statistics and data analytics. Mark and Clare discuss his background in research and statistics, getting started in the world of data and the importance of responsible data storytelling in our everyday lives.    Presen...

Belinda Finch is an experienced Group Chief Information Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the technology industry. Skilled in Business Process Design, Business Case, IT Strategy, Business Transformation, and Senior Stakeholder Management, Belinda brings together all existing IT functions at Three UK under one management team. In this role, she is responsible for delivering the fina...

Caroline Carruthers is an award-winning data expert and co-founder of global data consultancy Carruthers and Jackson. She was one of the first women to take on the role of Chief Data Officer in the UK public sector for Network Rail and has worked across multiple industries to build data capability from the ground up. Caroline joins Clare on the podcast for an inspirational conversation about her n...

Liz Williams is a long-term campaigner on the importance of everyone benefitting from digital technology. Liz is currently CEO of FutureDotNow, but prior to this she was Director of Digital Society for BT Group, responsible for their digital and social inclusion strategies and cross-sector collaborations with government, civil society and other leading businesses. Liz is Chair of Good Things Found...

Peter Rabey is the host of The Leadership Learns Podcast and experienced Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of the X4 Group, an award-winning international talent partner employing over 200 people in the UK, USA, New Zealand and Germany. Clare and Peter discuss the business landscape of the last few years and how the pandemic gave leaders a chance to pause and reflect on what’s working for the...

On today's episode, the last of Season Four, Clare is joined by Robin Sutara, Chief Data Officer at Microsoft UK. They discuss her amazing career, which has taken her from the military to the law, and on to a role leading Microsoft UK's data team. At each turn, Robin has faced an industry dominated by men, and yet she has consistently risen to the top. How can these challenges become assets? And i...

As the world around us changes, so to the requirements for our businesses to stay at the top of their game. That's what this week's guest, Steve Challouma, experienced when he took on the role of General Manager at frozen food brand Bird's Eye. How can you bring a legendary commercial property into the 21st century? And what lessons from that experience could be applied when everything changed aga...

Data can be transformational to business, social enterprises and public policy bodies alike, and in this episode of Unlocking Leadership, Clare is joined by Pye Nyunt from the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham to look at his work in the world of data. Data has allowed Pye and his employer to tackle some of the challenges of covid head on, and you won't want to miss out on the learnings he off...

On this week's episode of Unlocking Leadership, Clare is joined by Jenny Taylor, Apprenticeship and Student Programme Manager at IBM. They discuss the many ways that career starts and development have evolved, and how the traditional higher education route is no longer the only acceptable pathway. From apprenticeships to internships, this fascinating discussion should inspire recruiters, HR profes...

On this week's episode of Unlocking Leadership, Clare is joined by Nick Billingham, the Managing Director of Charity People, to look at the concept of the 'great resignation' and whether the trend of employees looking for change is really holding true in 2022. They also touch upon a wide range of issues, especially within recruitment and third sector career opportunities.    Hosted by Clare Carpen...

On this week's episode of Unlocking Leadership, Clare is joined by Professor Kerensa Jennings, Senior Advisor at BT Data and AI Solutions. They discuss the idea of a 'squiggly career' and how the unexpected twists and turns of life's journey can make you a better, more adaptive and more empathetical leader.     Hosted by Clare Carpenter.    Produced and edited by Nick Hilton for Podot. Visit our w...

On this first episode of the new series of Unlocking Leadership, Clare Carpenter speaks to Andrew Selley, CEO of Bidcorp UK and author of Ignite Your Business, about the challenges he's faced in adapting to the new work environment, and where he feels there are opportunities to create a spark that ignites a new business adventure.    Hosted by Clare Carpenter.    Produced and edited by Nick Hilton...