The Full Circl Podcast

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 51 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Maria Shevchenko, COO of Workflows at the London Stock Exchange Group. Maria shares her remarkable journey and offers advice for young people. She grew up in the Soviet Union and faced challenges as an outsider in an Estonian school. Despite financial constraints, she won a scholarship to Harvard but chose to pursue p...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 50 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Brad Lang, Chief Operations Officer at Edu-Lettings. Brad shares his career journey and key takeaways, and discusses the mission of Edu-Lettings to open schools to the local community and generate both community benefit and financial revenue. Brad reflects on his experience as a young parent and the challenges of bala...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 49 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Alex Lewis, CMO of Reinsurance at Aon. Alex discusses the role of marketing in the insurance industry and the importance of understanding and managing risks. She emphasises the need to be creative and innovative in marketing strategies and highlights the transformative trends in the industry, such as AI, climate chang...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 48 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we're joined by Jon Dutton OBE, Chief Executive Officer of British Cycling, who shares insights into his remarkable journey in the sports industry spanning 29 years. From his early aspirations of becoming a professional athlete to orchestrating major sporting events, Jon's career trajectory showcases the power of determination and ad...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 47 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Lyn Warren, Chief Human Resources Officer at Evri. Lyn shares her journey and insights on leadership and career development. She discusses the importance of effort, fairness, and progress in her personal and professional values. Lyn also reflects on her own experience of starting a career and offers advice to young pe...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 46 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we're joined by Luciano Messenio, Chief Finance Officer (Europe) for Euro Garages. Luciano shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to reaching the top of his career. He discusses his dual Italian and British background, his early struggles working for free in the public sector, and his determined shift to the private sect...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 45 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Paul Evans, Founder of Mindera, a global tech services company. Paul shares his inspiring journey from struggling with a speech impediment as a child to becoming a successful business leader. Despite challenges, Paul found solace in coding, which became his passion and eventually led him to excel in the tech industry....

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 44 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we're joined by Keith Lewis, the Laws Co-ordinator for World Rugby. Keith shares insights into his career journey, which started from corporate communications roles in financial services and the automotive sector before transitioning into his current role in rugby. Keith emphasises the importance of pursuing hobbies and passions outs...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 43 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we're joined by Aalish Yorke-Long, Chief Executive Officer of Neptune. Aalish recounts her transition from a legal career path, fueled by early inspiration from a family member, to eventually discovering her true passion in the creative and leadership realms of retail and business. Aalish shares valuable insights on the importance of...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 42 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Noel Butwell, Chief Executive Officer at Abrdn Advisor. He shares his journey from being a football enthusiast to becoming a leader in the insurance industry and emphasises the importance of not putting a timeline on one's career progression and letting go of expectations. Noel also highlights the value of hard work a...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 41 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Jennie Farmer, Chief Marketing Officer at The Office Group. Jennie discusses her role in providing the best working environment for clients and the evolving landscape of marketing and shares insights into the different divisions of marketing and the importance of a customer-centric approach. Jennie also talks about he...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 40 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today’s guest is Dylan Minto, Chief Financial Officer at Shawbrook Bank, who shares his journey and advice for future leaders. Shawbrook Bank specialises in lending to SMEs, real estate, and consumer markets. Dylan discusses his background and how he ended up in his current role. He emphasises the importance of research and seeking out opp...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 39 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today’s guest is Luke Thomas, Owner and Director of Spring. Luke shares his diverse career journey and entrepreneurial ventures and discusses his transition from working in various industries to starting his own business. Luke also reflects on the challenges of turning a hobby into a career and the importance of mindset and personal growth...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 38 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today’s guest is Michael Hitchcock, Chief Financial Officer at the Office Group. Michael discusses his upbringing, his career path, and the challenges he has faced along the way. Michael shares advice on overcoming imposter syndrome and emphasises the importance of staying true to oneself. The conversation provides insights into the journe...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 37 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today’s guest is Orla Flynn, Chief Operating Officer at The Regatta Group. Orla shares her background and role in the outdoor lifestyle clothing company, and emphasises the importance of operations, comparing it to the backstage of a Broadway show. Orla discusses her journey from a working-class family to her current position and the role...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 36 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Peter O’Connor, CEO of Target Group. He shares his insights on inclusive leadership and offers advice for young professionals entering the job market, discussing his background and role as CEO, as well as the services provided by Target Group. Peter reflects on his ambitions and learning experiences during his early y...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 35 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Mark Raymond, Found and CCO of Anything is Possible. He shares insights and advice for young people and discusses the background of his company and the motivation behind its founding. Mark also reflects on his own experiences as an 18-24-year-old and the lessons he learned during that time. He highlights the importanc...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 34 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Archie Hungwe, who is the Chief Operating Officer at Stannah. Archie's story highlights the value of stepping out of your comfort zone, taking on leadership roles early on, and prioritising work-life balance. He encourages young professionals to pursue roles that ignite their passion while emphasising the significance...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 33 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Chris Hall, who is the Managing Director at Quest Gates. Chris shares insights into his unconventional journey, leaving school at 16 and entering the workforce directly. Despite facing skepticism and societal pressure to pursue traditional education, Chris's determination and drive led him to excel in the insurance in...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 32 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Nicolas Carreño who is the Chief Operating Officer for Credit Solutions at Aon. Nicolas shares insights into his career journey and offers valuable advice for aspiring leaders. With over 19 years of experience in the organization, Nicolas reflects on his humble beginnings and the pivotal role Aon played in shaping his...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 31 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Rashik Parmar who is the Group Chief Executive Officer at the British Computer Society (BCS). We follow Rashik's journey from humble beginnings to leading a prominent organisation, as he reflects on his experiences as a first-generation immigrant and the pressures of academic expectations. He shares many valuable insi...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 30 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Angela Cretu who is the former CEO of Avon (2020-2024), who shares her incredible journey from her early days at Avon in Romania to becoming a global leader in the corporate world. With over 25 years of diverse experience spanning continents and cultures, Angela reflects on her transition from a corporate career to a...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 29 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Sian John who is a technology executive, security strategist, keynote speaker & classical studies enthusiast. Sian talks about her unconventional career journey, and emphasises the importance of pursuing what sounds interesting rather than following a strict plan. Sian first worked in IT in the public sector, disc...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 28 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Andre Odinius who is the Chief Information Officer at Ricardo, a global engineering, environmental and strategic consultancy. Andre shares insights into his journey, the challenges of leading technology in a global organisation, and the importance of courage in decision-making. Andre discusses the importance of empath...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 27 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we’re joined by Akhilesh Nair who is a CHRO, Board Advisor, Trustee, Startup Mentor & Angel Investor. Akhilesh shares his journey from entrepreneurship in India to becoming a global executive and later, a mentor and trustee. He emphasises the challenges and successes encountered as he transitioned from entrepreneurship to corpora...