Inspiring Women Leaders

Podcast Episode: Resilience, Leadership and Mental Health with Sally Orange MBE In this powerful episode, we sit down with Sally Orange MBE - former British Army Major, record-breaking endurance athlete, mental health campaigner and award-winning charity fundraiser - to explore what true resilience really looks like. From completing the legendary Marathon des Sables t...

In this episode of the Inspiring Women Leaders podcast, we sit down with world-record-breaking adventurer Kiko Matthews—one of the most impressive and resilient women of our time. Kiko became the fastest woman in history to row the Atlantic Ocean solo and unsupported, completing the 3,284-mile journey in just 49 days. But her real story begins long before the record: after surviving two life-threa...

Emma specialises in creating positive change through communications. She has 30 years’ experience in the communications industry. Today she is Chief Executive of SEC Newgate UK, part of the international communications group, SEC Newgate S.p. A. on whose board she also sits. Her clients include business leaders, household brands and international organisations. She is a regular feature in the ‘PR...

In this empowering episode of the  Inspiring Women Leaders  podcast, we sit down with Louise Vardeman—cyclist, campaigner, and changemaker—as she shares her inspiring journey from a self-described non-sporty child to a trailblazer in women’s cycling. Louise speaks openly about overcoming injuries, navigating personal challenges, and discovering her purpose on two wheels. She dives into i...

Clémence Mahéo is a publishing professional and feminist activist who has built her career around amplifying powerful stories and championing social change. Originally from Brittany, France, Clémence has always been passionate about books and the power they hold. She studied French Literature at the Sorbonne, followed by Media, Communication, and Marketing at CELSA in Paris. In 2008, she moved to...

In this episode of the Inspiring Women Leaders podcast, Jacqui Wilkinson shares her remarkable journey as a senior officer in the Royal Air Force and NATO, discussing the importance of self-leadership, authenticity, and vulnerability in effective leadership. She emphasizes the significance of understanding and overcoming shame, building healthy relationships, and the power of gratitude and forgive...

In this episode, we sit down with  Adaeze Iloeje-Udeogalanya , a TEDx speaker, engineer, and founder of  African Women in STEM , an organization driving global impact. With over two decades of experience managing billion-dollar projects in energy and engineering, Adaeze is a champion for cultural inclusion and leadership development. She shares how embracing cultural identity fuels innov...

In this episode of the  Inspiring Women Leaders  podcast, Leigh Bowman-Perks interviews Lisa Bodell, founder and CEO of FutureThink, renowned for transforming businesses with her expertise in innovation and simplification. Ranked among the  Top 50 Speakers Worldwide  and author of  Why Simple Wins  and  Kill the Company , Lisa shares her journey from a turbulent...

🎙️  Episode Title: Deanna Oppenheimer – Leadership, Mentorship, and Leaving a Legacy Join us for an extraordinary conversation with Deanna Oppenheimer, a global leader, trailblazer in corporate governance, and passionate advocate for diversity in leadership. In this episode, Deanna reflects on her remarkable career journey across industries, sharing invaluable insights on the power of mentors...

In this episode of the Inspiring Women Leader s podcast, retired colonel and fighter pilot Kim Casey Campbell shares her incredible journey from a young girl inspired by the Challenger disaster to breaking barriers as a leader in the military. Kim reflects on the role of mentorship, overcoming adversity, and the courage to confront fears—whether in the cockpit, at work, or in life. Together with h...

Alison Hutchinson CBE is the CEO of Pennies, an award-winning fintech charity making digital giving easy and affordable for everyone who chooses to give as part of everyday life. Pennies could unlock £1Bn of incremental donations if every UK adult gave around 30p/week. She is also a Senior Independent Director at DFS plc, Yorkshire Building Society and Foresight Group Holdings Ltd. Alison was prev...

In this episode of Inspiring Women Leaders, Sharon Peacock shares her remarkable journey from a challenging educational background to becoming a prominent figure in public health and microbiology. She discusses the importance of early education, mentorship, and the need for societal changes to support aspirations. Sharon emphasizes the power of curiosity, resilience, and the significance of self-r...

🎙️ Inspiring Women Leaders Podcast: Dr. John Hamilton In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. John Hamilton, Chief People Officer at Bellrock Group, a prominent UK property and facilities management company with a £200M turnover and a 1,650-strong team. With a wealth of senior leadership experience across public and private sectors, John brings expertise in organizational change, transformi...

In this episode, we’re joined by Mandy Hickson, a trailblazer with over 30 years of experience in aviation. Mandy made history as one of the first women to fly the Tornado GR4 on the front line for the Royal Air Force, operating in hostile environments like patrolling Iraq’s 'No Fly' zone. After leaving the RAF, she became a coach and facilitator in human factors, translating her high-stakes exper...

We are excited to launch our charity podcast, Inspiring Women Leaders, the sister podcast to Inspiring Leadership with Jonathan Bowman-Perks MBE. Today’s special guest is 21-year-old Zara Lachlan, who will be rowing solo and unsupported this October from Portugal across 3,600 miles to French Guiana. This mainland-to-mainland attempt will allow Zara to set three world records: she will be the first...

We are thrilled to launch our charity podcast, Inspiring Women Leaders, the sister podcast to Inspiring Leadership with Jonathan Bowman-Perks MBE. Today’s special guest is Dr. Samantha Pillay, a urological surgeon, entrepreneur, international four-time Amazon No. 1 best-selling, multi-award-winning author, and speaker. She was a finalist for SA Australian of the Year 2022 and the Telstra Best of B...