the simplypodcast

On this episode of the simplypodcast, we interview Nelma Antonio , Global Communications Lead at ArcelorMittal Mining . Nelma is a seasoned global communications leader, accomplished public speaker, and three-time graduate, bringing over a decade of expertise in heavy industries like mining, construction, and transportation.   She is currently spearheading communications for Africa's sec...

On this episode of the simplypodcast, we interview Anna Pass, Digital Channels Manager at National Grid. Anna has been working in communications for over a decade at National Grid, and prior to this has worked at companies such as npower, Open GI and Bupa. She completed a degree in Marketing, and started her career as a Marketing Executive at Bupa, before moving into Internal Communications i...

In this episode of the simplypodcast, we speak to Tor Goldfield , Senior Director of internal communications at Expedia Group as part of our Women in Comms series.  Tor has over 20 years’ experience in a variety of marketing and communications roles, and she now specialises in internal comms, where she enjoys helping connect employees to organisational culture and strategy.     Thro...

On this episode of the simplypodcast, we speak to Ezri Carlebach , Founder and CEO of Space City Breakout.     Ezri is a consultant, writer and researcher, with more than 30 years’ experience in creative practice, business innovation, teaching and training, and strategic communication.. He’s worked with a wide range of clients including UN and EU agencies, arts and culture instituti...

On this episode of the simplypodcast, we speak to Chris Maloney , Global Head of Content and Channels at Rolls Royce .   Chris has been working at Rolls Royce for 13 years, and prior to this he worked at Soundhouse Media, producing materials for a range of leading companies including GlaxoSmithKline, BAE Systems, Virgin Media, Microsoft, PWC and the BBC.  We interviewed Chris recent...

On this episode of the simplypodcast, we speak to Shalini Gupta , Senior IC Manager – UKIMEA at global sustainable development consultancy  Arup .   Over the past 20 years, Shalini has gained substantial experience by working within large global organisations during periods of business change and transformation. Her passion is to empower, engage and connect people to the overall organisa...

With over 25 years of experience in diverse and fast-changing communication roles, Nadia Dupont is a senior manager leading global internal communications at Philip Morris International ( PMI). Her mission is to shape and deliver effective communication strategies that support PMI's vision of creating a smoke-free future.    In her current role, Nadia manages global internal communicatio...

In this episode of the simplypodcast, we interview Laura Colantuono, Group Head of Internal Communications at multinational television production and distribution company Fremantle. Laura started her career in comms working as a journalist, before moving into marketing and then internal communications at Unilever. She’s since worked for some of the top global brands, such as Fendi,...

On this episode of the simplypodcast, we talk to Claudia Vaccarone, a trilingual inclusion strategy, gender equality and diversity executive with over 20 years of international experience, an extensive network in the technology, broadcasting, streaming & media industries, and expertise in global marketing strategy & communications.    In her role as a Diversity Equity Inclusion (...

For this episode of the simplypodcast, we speak to Selina Thompson, Founder of Forward Transformation, a digital adoption agency. Since the early noughties, Selina has introduced over 50 million people to digital technologies, including cloud collaboration, the Internet of things, digital payment platforms, artificial intelligence and automated service solutions. She has worked with several leadin...

simply's Content and Communications Director Patrick Hulbert and Content and Community Manager Aish Rajavelu recently interviewed Mark Feakes, Director of Employee Communications, and Melissa Sader, Managing Director of Employee Communications at Fitch Group.   Fitch Group won an award at last year’s simplys awards , for the communications and engagement programme delivered throughout the pan...

For this episode of the simplypodcast, we are speaking with Xeniya Shilina , Senior Program Manager, Transformation Communication, Global Regions, Medtronic .     Xeniya started her career as a journalist, before then going on to PR and finally internal comms. In her role at Medtronic, she is responsible for developing change communication strategies for large global transformation initi...

For this episode of the simplypodcast, we spoke with Blessing Okebe, Head of Corporate Communications at GOTNI Leadership Centre, an organisation which focuses on redefining Africa's approach to leadership.   As Head of Corporate Communications, she is responsible for all external and internal comms, guiding the organisation to achieve their goals through strategic communications, and ensurin...

On this episode of the simplypodcast, we talk to Bessie Kokalis Pescio, Vice President of Global Internal Communications at Philip Morris International. In this role, Bessie is responsible for leading strategic internal communications globally to support the business and cultural transformation to deliver on PMI’s vision for a smoke-free future, delivered to 70,000-plus employees across 90-plus ma...

simply recently interviewed Catrin Lewis, an award-winning culture and transformation specialist. Formerly the Head of Global Engagement and Internal Communications at Reward Gateway , and it was for her work there that she won IC leader of the year at the  simplys awards 2022.   Six years ago, Catrin was asked to help inform, educate and engage Reward Gateway’s employees with...

For this simplypodcast, simply interviewed California-based future of work, futurist, and employee engagement specialist Jacob Morgan.  Jacob is a four times best-selling author, keynote speaker, co-host of the be Your own Boss podcast, and the founder of The Future of Work University.  He helps organisations home in on the employee experience and employee engagement through running...

Our latest simplypodcast episode is with Isabel Collins, Founder at Belonging Space, a culture consultancy.   A former director of strategy and a director of culture and engagement, Isabel has run her consulting firm for a decade. Her specialism revolves around trust and belonging in organisations and how this affects the cultural ecosystem of an organisation.   In the podcast...

simply's Content and Communications Director, Patrick Hulbert, and Content and Community Manager, Aish Rajavelu, recently interviewed Simon Fitzpatrick, Group Intranet Content Manager at National Grid.  Simon has been working in communications since the early 2000s and has since worked for brands such as UBS Global Asset Management, Barclays, and Schroder.   When he started working...

Charlotte O'Reilly is the Head of Internal communications and Engagement at the British Red Cross. She has been a communicator for over 13 years now, and has worked for numerous charities throughout her career, including ActionAid and Citizens Advice.  simply's Content and Communications Director Patrick Hulbert and Content and Community Manager Aish Rajavelu recently interviewed Charlotte, d...

simply’s Content and Communications Director, Patrick Hulbert, and Content and Community Manager Aish Rajavelu recently interviewed Albanne McCleave, Internal Communications Manager at the Royal Society of Chemistry, and Nigel Williams, an Independent Consultant at Amberolo Limited.   Albanne has been in the comms space for over a decade, beginning her career in PR and Press before movin...

Sarah Conlon , Digital Communications Consultant at air traffic control management company NATS  has been in the comms space since 2006, working first in PR and Marketing before moving into internal comms. Prior to her current role at NATS, she was the Global Programme Communications Lead at HSBC. simply's Content and Community Manager Aish Rajavelu, and Content and Communications Director Pa...

Aniisu Verghese PhD has been writing about communications for over a decade with his blog and newsletter while working as an in-house practitioner for globally recognised brands. Predominantly based in India, Aniisu has led communications for brands such as Tesco, Accenture, and Sabre. Listen to the episode to hear his tips for multi-national communication strategies, what inspired him to start hi...

Annabel Dunstan MPRCA is the Founder and CEO at Question & Retain. With a degree in anthropology, Annabel began her career as a lumberjack’s assistant before becoming a ski guide and then a sailing instructor. She then joined the marketing team at Gulf Air, promoting the Gulf States as a tourism destination at the time of the first Gulf War. She then went on to various roles in the market...

Helen Hawkins is the Head of Communications at waste management company Biffa, where she is responsible for both the internal and external communications. She joined Biffa in 2019, and has since worked on many exciting projects, including rolling out new values, a new champions network called Biffa Involvement Group, and Biffa Beat, their employee engagement app.    She also has exp...

Lorna Shaw is the User Education and Knowledge Manager at financial services firm Blackrock.   In her role as User Education and Knowledge Manager, she leads on the education and knowledge management around their upcoming migration from on-premises to Microsoft Cloud (Exchange Online) and Outlook Mobile, delivering an integrated and better user experience for colleagues. Before working at Bla...