The Full Circl Podcast

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 76 of The Full Circl Podcast! Roger Thompson, CFO of Janus Henderson, discusses the role of asset managers and how they make money by managing clients' investments. He shares his career journey, starting with studying economics and accounting in university and training as an accountant at Pricewaterhouse. Thompson emphasises the importance of taking risks, being open t...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 75 of The Full Circl Podcast! In this episode of the Full Circle Podcast, we talk with Martyn Booth, Chief Information Security Officer for Dunnhumby, the world's largest consumer data analytics company. Martiy shares his journey from working on the NHS modernization program at Accenture to pivotal roles in PA Consulting, PDC, and Deloitte. Reflecting on his school yea...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 74 of The Full Circl Podcast! Kirsty Lacey, Everyday Banking Chief Operating Officer at Santander UK, discusses her role and journey in the banking industry. She oversees back office operations, fraud, complaints, and resilience and controls. Kirsty shares that she started as a call center agent and worked her way up, and emphasises the importance of being authentic an...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 73 of The Full Circl Podcast! Ross Abbate, CEO of Macro, shares his journey from humble beginnings to leading a global FM organisation. He emphasises the importance of continuous learning, adaptability, and building a strong network. Ross discusses his experience with imposter syndrome and offers advice on how to overcome self-doubt. He encourages young professionals t...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 72 of The Full Circl Podcast! Andrew Murphy, Group CEO of the Entertainer Group, shares his journey from growing up in a two-bedroom flat with his grandparents to becoming a successful business leader. He emphasises the importance of facing adversity and building resilience, as well as the value of persistence. Andrew encourages individuals from underrepresented backgr...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 71 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Euan Craik, President of Petroleum Markets at Argus Media. Euan shares insights into his career journey and the world of commodity intelligence. He discusses the importance of being interested in your chosen field and finding opportunities even in niche areas. Euan emphasises the value of business journalism and the n...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 70 of The Full Circl Podcast! Michael Straughan OBE, executive consultant to the chief executive at Aston Martin Lagonda, shares insights from his career in the luxury manufacturing industry. He discusses his journey, the pride in luxury brands, the impact of failure, and advice for young professionals entering the workforce. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 69 of The Full Circl Podcast! In this episode of the Full Circl Podcast, Elisabetta Bayliss, Chief Operating Officer of Enterprise Solutions at Hays, shares her professional journey and insights from over 35 years in recruitment. Elisabetta reflects on her accidental entry into recruitment, driven by necessity when she moved from Italy to the UK. She describes her dive...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 68 of The Full Circl Podcast! Andrew Weyer, CIO for DHL Supply Chain in the UK, shares his career journey and offers advice on seizing opportunities. He discusses his role within the organisation and the vast scale of DHL. Andrew reflects on his early career in banking and how he transitioned into IT. He emphasises the importance of keeping an open mind and being willi...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 67 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Chris Stanton, the Chief Financial Officer of Shoosmiths LLP. Chris shares his journey from a non-financial background to a successful career in finance and law. He discusses his childhood, education, and the decisions that led him to where he is today. The conversation highlights the importance of being open to diffe...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 66 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Frank Robinson, Group CEO at QX Global Group. Frank shares his journey from humble beginnings to leading a successful outsourcing company. He discusses his early years growing up in Scarborough, his work ethic, and his experiences working in sales. Frank also talks about his pivotal moment in India, where he saw the p...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 65 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we're joined by Sam Fletcher, CFO of Houseful, who shares her journey to her current role, discussing her background, including coming from a working-class family and being the first in her family to go to university. Sam emphasises the importance of resilience and putting oneself in uncomfortable positions to build confidence. She a...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 64 of The Full Circl Podcast! Martin Beverley, Chief Strategy Officer at adam&eveDDB, shares his journey in the advertising industry and offers advice for young professionals. He emphasises the importance of finding and focusing on your strengths, being tenacious in the face of rejection, and pursuing what you love. Martin also provides practical tips for those int...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 63 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Matt Cockbill, Partner at Odgers Berndtson, one of the UK's largest executive search firms. He discusses his career journey and offers advice for those starting their careers. Matt emphasises the importance of being open-minded, backing oneself, and staying engaged and fascinated in one's work, and also encourages ind...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 62 of The Full Circl Podcast! Lutfu Kitapci, Chief Commercial Officer at Hyperoptic, shares his career journey and the importance of taking risks and building relationships. He reflects on missed opportunities early in his career due to arrogance and lack of humility but also highlights the value of learning by doing. Lutfu emphasises the significance of creating chanc...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 61 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Andrew Carlisle, CCO at WAE. Andrew discusses the company's focus on decarbonizing transport and mobility solutions. He shares his own career journey, from starting in IT consultancy to transitioning from engineering to more business-focused roles. Andrew also emphasises the importance of reflection and self-awareness...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 60 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Tracey Greaves, Managing Director at The Goodwood Group, who shares her journey and advice for future leaders. She discusses her role at Goodwood and the responsibility of ensuring its longevity. Tracey highlights the importance of being brave and taking risks in order to learn and grow. She talks about her passion fo...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 59 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by John Pears, . John shares his journey from wanting to join the Air Force to becoming a successful business leader in the financial services industry. He emphasises the importance of seizing opportunities, being curious, and staying open to new experiences. He also discusses the changing landscape of the banking indust...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 58 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Chris Earnshaw, President of the John Lewis Partnership Council. Chris shares his journey and advice for future leaders, starting as an A-level trainee and working his way up to his current role. The partnership's unique governance structure and democratic principles are key aspects of his work. Chris emphasises the i...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 57 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Matthew Lynn, CFO at Nuffield Health. Matthew shares his journey from working in a jam factory to becoming a finance leader. He emphasises the importance of gaining diverse work experiences and not underestimating their value. Matthew also discusses the significance of failure and how it can lead to personal growth, a...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 56 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Heather Campbell, Chief Communications and Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Eurostar. Heather discusses her multifaceted role, which involves corporate communications, employee engagement, and diversity initiatives aimed at fostering an inclusive workplace environment. Heather shares her career journey, from pursuin...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 55 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Phil Haslam, CTO at PXC. Phil shares his career journey and offers advice for young professionals. He emphasises the importance of working hard, being dependable, and staying curious. Phil also encourages taking risks and believing in oneself and highlights the value of being confident and proactive in problem-solving...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 54 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we're joined by Graham Westgarth, Chairman at V.Group. Graham shares his experience in the shipping industry and offers advice for young people interested in pursuing a career in shipping. He discusses the importance of the shipping industry in driving the global economy and highlights the opportunities for growth and leadership in t...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 53 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Kirsty Shaw, COO at Homes England. Kirsty shares her journey from struggling in school to becoming a resilient leader. She discusses the importance of pushing boundaries, feeling the fear and doing it anyway, and being curious and asking why. Kirsty emphasises the need to take people along on the journey and to be ope...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 52 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we're joined by Bertie Tonks, Chief People Officer at Collinson. Bertie shares insights into his multifaceted life, including his passion for skateboarding and his dedication to improving the world of work. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and positivity in both personal and professional endeavours. Bertie discusses overc...