The Heald Approach – Leadership. Sustainability. Inclusion. Real Talk.

Summary: In this powerful episode, Rebecca Heald sits down with Holly Kattenhorn, a chartered construction manager and a trailblazer for women in senior roles in construction. Holly shares her journey from aspiring musical theatre star to stepping into her family’s construction business and working her way up to a leadership role. Together, they dive into the unique challenges and triumphs Holly h...

Episode Highlights : Melissa’s Journey in Construction With over 20 years in the industry, Melissa shares her evolution from in-house roles to establishing Dimension Health & Safety Ltd., guiding construction firms in ISO-certified management systems that emphasise safety, environment, and quality. ISO Standards Demystified Melissa breaks down ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001, explaining how these s...

In this episode of The Heald Approach podcast, Rebecca Heald sits down with Justin Murray to explore sustainable solutions in construction, focusing on a groundbreaking Bio-SIP system. As a Passive House consultant and sustainability advocate, Justin shares his journey from frustration with the current state of the construction industry to creating an innovative, eco-friendly building system using...

In this weeks episode of The Heald Approach , Rebecca Heald sits down with Victoria Hingley, a trailblazer in the construction industry who is driving change through her work advocating for SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and hidden disabilities. Victoria shares her journey of finding a role she is truly passionate about as a Skills, Employment, and Education Coordinator and how...

Welcome to The Heald Approach , where we challenge the status quo and dismantle outdated structures that hold people back! In this bold solo episode, Rebecca Heald dives deep into the Meritocracy Myth —the idea that success in the workplace is purely based on merit. Spoiler: it's not! Here’s what you’ll learn in this powerful episode: Why the belief in meritocracy is flawed and how invisible barri...

In this episode of The Heald Approach Podcast , host Rebecca is joined by Ana Rita Martins, sustainability lead at MCM, a B Corp certified architecture and design studio in London. Ana Rita shares her passion for “regenerative design,” a concept that moves beyond sustainability by aiming to restore and replenish the environment. Together, they dive into: Sustainability’s Impact : How the construct...

Welcome back to The Healed Approach Podcast ! Get ready for an unfiltered and empowering conversation with the extraordinary Rosemary Cescolini , founder of Only Women Entrepreneurs and a true trailblazer. From overcoming societal limitations to building a thriving career in a male-dominated industry, Rosemary is the definition of resilience and grit. She’s here to share the highs, lows, and lesso...

In this inspiring episode of The Heald Approach , Rebecca sits down with Jo Britton, a certified Neurosculpting and Neuroleadership Coach. Jo works with C-suite executives and senior leadership teams, helping them leverage brain plasticity for personal, team, and business growth. With a background in male-intensive industries like construction, engineering, and manufacturing, Jo brings a wealth of...

In this compelling episode of The Heald Approach Podcast, Clare Yelland-Friel turns the tables by interviewing Rebecca Heald, the inspiring force behind her own consultancy. Rebecca opens up about her unconventional path from being a secondary school teacher to becoming a leader in sustainability, inclusion, diversity, and well-being within the construction industry. Throughout the episode, Rebecc...

In this deeply moving and insightful episode, Rebecca welcomes Caroline Marshall, the founder of the multi-award-winning virtual assistant agency, Upsource. Caroline shares her journey of navigating the challenges of motherhood while building a successful business. From her personal experiences of workplace redundancy, motherhood, and the traumatic birth of her second child, Caroline opens up abou...

Welcome to another episode of The Heald Approach Podcast. In this episode, Rebecca interviews James Morris, a security, safety, and sustainability manager who works with mining and utilities companies. This is one of the first time Rebecca has interviewed a man on the podcast to discuss women in construction and diversity and equality in the industry. James shares his background, including his mil...

In this powerful episode of The Heald Approach podcast, host Rebecca sits down with the incredible Natalie Trice, a trailblazing PR expert and coach named one of the 45 women over 45 in PR by Women in PR UK 2022. With nearly three decades of experience working with major brands and a mission to empower health and wellness experts to get the recognition they deserve, Natalie brings a wealth of know...

In this episode of The Heald Approach podcast, Rebecca welcomes Andrea White, an independent fire engineer and founder of Women Talking Fire. They discuss the role of a fire engineer and the importance of diversity in the industry. They also touch on the impact of Grenfell and the current state of fire safety regulations. Episode Highlights: - Andrea's introduction as an independent fire engin...

In this episode of the Healed Approach podcast, Rebecca interviews Cheryl Sharp, the founder and CEO of Pink Pig Financial - https://pinkpigfinancials.co.uk/. Cheryl is also a mentor to aspiring business owners and women impacted by domestic abuse. They discuss Cheryl's personal experience with domestic abuse and how it influenced her journey to becoming financially independent. Cheryl shares...

In this episode of The Heald Approach Podcast, Rebecca is joined by Ross Chipperfield, the founder of UB Infrastructure. They discuss the importance of including men in conversations about gender equality in the construction industry and how modern methods of construction can help drive change. Ross explains that UB Infrastructure has developed a pioneering net-zero modern method of construction t...

In this solo episode, Rebecca discusses the misconception of 'fixing' women in the workplace, particularly in the construction industry. She emphasises that the problem lies with the workplace itself, which has been built on patriarchal ideas. Rebecca argues that women have everything they need to succeed and be great leaders, but they are constantly battling with societal expectations and...

In this episode of The Heald Approach Podcast, host Rebecca interviews Tanya Patel, CEO and founder of Chapter London and Lily Ribbon. Tanya shares her journey from being an entrepreneurial young girl to working in the corporate world for 14 years before starting her own businesses. She talks about her passion for supporting women through fashion and creating clothing that embraces their new bodie...

Welcome to The Heald Approach Podcast! In this episode we explore ways to unlock your full potential and live a fulfilling life with special guest Tara Brevitt, a renowned life coach and wellness expert. Key Discussion Points: 1. Tara's Journey to Becoming a Life Coach - How did Tara discover her passion for helping others and decide to become a life coach? - What experiences or challenges led...

In this episode, we sit down with Nilzara Rivera, a trauma-informed intuitive healer and transformational coach, who delves deep into the critical importance of healing oneself before extending help to others. Nilzara shares her belief that healing is not a one-time event but a lifelong journey that defies any neat categorization. She explains how healing unfolds in layers, with each layer bringin...

In this episode of The Heald Approach Podcast , we dive deep into the remarkable journey of a woman who has defied expectations at every turn. From the early challenges of being a teenage mum to starting her career in the fast-paced world of TV production, she has always used her passion for communication to carve out a successful path. Today, she’s not just surviving but thriving in the construct...

In this enlightening episode of The Heald Approach Podcast, host Rebecca Heald sits down with Em Stroud, a renowned clown, speaker, and coach, to explore the transformative power of joy and authenticity in the workplace. Em shares her unique journey from the world of performance to corporate coaching and how she helps leaders bring more play and human connection into their organisations. This conv...

In this inspiring episode of The Heald Approach podcast, Rebecca sits down with Sarah Dear, the remarkable CEO of Born Ugly. Sarah shares her incredible journey from starting out as a receptionist to leading a cutting-edge brand transformation agency. With over 30 years of experience, Sarah has worked on everything from revitalising established brands to creating disruptive challenger brands. We d...

In this insightful episode of the Healed Approach podcast, host Rebecca Heald dives deep into the construction and engineering industry with Ffion Jones, Director of Beautiful Minds, a renowned team and leadership coaching consultancy. Ffion shares her passion for coaching within the construction sector, highlighting the innovative, creative, and purpose-driven professionals she encounters daily....

In this empowering episode of The Heald Approach podcast, host Rebecca sits down with a trailblazer in the construction industry. Known as "Katie Cranes," our guest shares her incredible journey from a sales career to becoming a crane operator in a male-dominated field. Tune in to hear about her challenges, triumphs, and insights on breaking gender barriers in the workplace. Key Discussi...

In this enlightening episode of The Heald Approach, Rebecca is joined by Kimi Gilbert, a dynamic leader and Managing Partner at Future Factory, a renowned business development consultancy. With an impressive background spanning education, international experiences, and a strong advocacy for diversity, Kimmy shares her unique journey and insights on embracing differences in both personal and profes...