We Are PoWEr Podcast

 Simone Roche MBE chats to Gloria Hyatt MBE , Liverpool’s first Black Head Teacher, and recipient of an MBE for services to education. Together they discuss the impact that amazing teachers can have on our lives, and the power of paying it forward.  Listen to Learn  Why it’s so important to build strong relationships    How to find the power in being yourself    Why you are already a role model to...

 Simone Roche MBE chats to  Cherylee Houston MBE , Coronation Street star and co-founder of TripleC, a collective which increases access to the arts for disabled performers. Together they discuss how we can start conversations around disability and access, and the power the media has in changing perceptions.       Listen to Learn  How to work with, not against people when it comes to education and...

 Simone Roche MBE chats to Annette Joseph MBE, CEO and Founder of Diverse & Equal , which equips adults from under-represented groups with the necessary skills for careers in tech. Together they discuss who belongs within the tech industry and how can we encourage more people to see themselves in a career in tech.  Listen to Learn  Why role models and representation are so important when tryin...

Simone Roche MBE chats to Tami Kuboye , Digital Project Manager at Barclays, and Laura Smethurst , Barclays Financial Assistance CIO, as they reflect on last week’s PoWEr Up Networking session and how networking harnesses the power of perception.   Listen to Learn Why everyday is a learning day, regardless of your seniority or experience  How Barclays are dismantling preconceptions about careers i...

Simone Roche MBE chats to Catriona Campbell , Senior Partner, Global Advisor and UK&I Client Technology & Innovation Officer at EY , as they discuss technology for good, spotlighting the PoWEr of role models, empathy and authenticity.   Listen to Learn How to find the time for yourself as well as others  Why the human element of technology is so valuable  How the Northern Power Women Award...

Simone Roche MBE chats to Dr Joanna Berry , mentor extraordinaire and Associate Professor and Director of Durham Energy Institute at Durham University , as they spotlight the PoWEr of mentoring.  Listen to Learn What 3 things make a successful mentoring relationship How redirected confidence can be just as useful as boosted confidence  Why you can learn just as much from being a mentor  How Northe...

Simone Roche MBE chats to  Sam Walker , award-winning broadcaster, podcaster and NPW co-host extraordinaire, as they discuss their goals for 2022 and how they plan to achieve them.  Listen to Learn How asking for an outsider's perspective can bring you closer to achieving your aims Why you should invest in yourself in 2022 How to set concrete and measurable parameters around your goals  Why i...

In the final episode of 2021, Simone Roche MBE is joined by the team at NPW as they reflect on what they have achieved over the last year, as well as each sharing one thing that they have learnt that they will be carrying on into the new year.  Listen to Hear from our Social Media Assistants,  Leah Middleton , Olivia Catlow , Lydia Wong  & Cam Barr Partnerships & Operations Executive,  Phi...

Simone Roche MBE  chats to the CEO of Young Enterprise , Sharon Davies , as they reflect on the last twelve months and what lessons they’ll be taking with them into 2022.    Listen to Learn Why smart business means investing in and listening to your people  How opportunities and support are the keys to place based social mobility  Why we need to harness the diverse thinking of future talent  How S...

Simone Roche MBE chats to Director of RBA Equality and Diversity with nearly 40 years of experience Ranjana Bell MBE . She reflects on her experience and views on why working from home is better for employees and business and the opportunity for safe places for individuals in the workplace.  Listen to Learn   Why continuing to work from home benefits employees   How to build forward better in our...

Simone Roche MBE chats to Alex Cousins , Founder and Managing Director at Alex Cousins Consulting and Non-Executive Director at ACC Liverpool, as they reflect together on how we have delivered on the 3 asks in our 2020 Levelling Up by Powering On Report .  Listen to Learn Why Levelling Up is about people  How we’re going to get the nation mentoring  Why you are already a mentor Why we’re writing t...

Simone Roche MBE chats to Rina Sowler , Asia Investment Manager at The Leith Planning Group , Mandarin Tutor and Cricket Coach, about the importance of support and sponsorship, as well as the PoWEr of sport.   Listen to Learn How sport can develop leadership and teamwork skills, particularly in young women Why your uniqueness is your superPoWEr  How everyone can do something to advocate for others...

Simone Roche MBE  chats to Jan Brown , Senior Lecturer in Marketing and Entrepreneurship at Liverpool John Moores University  about the PoWEr of mentoring and the real impact it can have on the confidence and careers of young people. Listen to Learn How mentoring can boost confidence and raise aspirations Why mentoring relationships benefit mentors as well as mentees How to be both passionate and...

Simone Roche MBE  chats to  Sharon Watson MBE , CEO and Principal at Northern School of Contemporary Dance  about the importance of role models and investing in the arts.  Listen to Learn How real role models can make a difference  Why having passion for what you do is essential to levelling up  How we can overcome barriers to careers in the arts  Why the North is full of opportunities in the danc...

Simone Roche MBE chats to Afiya Amesu , future barrister and co-founder of She Leads For Legacy all about the importance of bringing different voices to the table, spotlighting diverse talent and the power of collaboration.     Listen to learn Why setting short, medium and long term goals enables us to break down barriers How supporting black owned business is a great way to be an ally Why we shou...

Simone Roche MBE chats to multiple non-executive and trustee role holder and founder of Ripple Effect Development Ltd Debbie Francis OBE about the importance of shouting about your achievements, as well as how you can find your seat at the tables where decisions are being made. Listen to Learn How to take those first steps towards claiming a seat at the table What organisations and boards can do t...

Simone Roche MBE chats to  Sam Walker , award-winning broadcaster, podcaster and NPW co-host extraordinaire all about finding your voice, taking the leap to say ‘yes’ and why we all need to #BeHeard Listen to Learn How important visibility is in the media and events industries How speaking up is all our responsibilities and producers are not looking to trip you up Why asking the question ‘If not y...

Simone Roche MBE chats to Dr Marilyn Comrie OBE , Director of the Black United Representation Network (BURN) , about the importance of paying up, knowing your value and not just expecting things for free in business!  Listen to learn:  Why women in particular shouldn’t be afraid to talk about money  How everyone stands to gain from diverse and inclusive spaces  Why you should pay your female, blac...

Simone chats to Jyoti Chhiba Deputy Head of Corporate Banking at HSBC all about her own role models growing up, the values that we can all live by and why the NPWAwards continues to celebrate role models long after the last trophy is collected! Listen to Learn How influential role models can be for us from a young age How far a can-do attitude gets you and having a strong work ethic How recognisin...

Simone chats to Graham Lucas all about how important it is to recognise that work on inclusion is never done and though we may be further on than 3 years ago, there is still a way to go! Michael Page won the Large Organisation Award at NPWAwards 2020 for their commitment to gender equality and inclusivity in the workplace whilst demonstrating a forward thinking approach to recruitment, development...

Simone chats to Murryam Anwar , the longest standing judge of the NPWAwards all about her experience as a senior public policy professional and her passion for making real change. Listen to Learn How the NPWAwards nomination and judging process works The importance of showcasing women of colour and being purposeful How being nominated can change someone’s life Why amplifying opportunities for peop...

Simone chats to Kiera Byland BEM all about how her work in the community is changing the lives of so many as well as reflecting on receiving the Judges Award at the fifth NPWAwards! Listen to Learn How to stay motivated through setting goals The importance of taking a leap of faith How to break down barriers and be a positive role model What it’s like to win gold for your country! The NPWAwards 20...

Simone chats to Sara Davies MBE six months on since she won the Outstanding Entrepreneur Award and the NPWAwards 2020. Listen to Learn What makes a great entrepreneur The importance of storytelling your product or service How to exude confidence even when you don’t feel it How to be memorable The NPWAwards 2022 nominations are open until 18th October and are free to nominate here ! Take a look at...

Simone speaks to Irene Afful MSc all about drive, determination and self-belief as well as the importance of surrounding yourself with positive people who have your back. Listen to Learn…  How forming a network to share experiences and have a collective voice can make huge impact How overcoming barriers only makes you more resilient How to own your abilities and skills, give yourself praise and ho...

Simone speaks to Rishi Jain all about being an advocate and an agent of change and how we can all lift people up Listen to Learn Why men must be part of the gender equality conversation Why putting people forward for opportunities is important Why embedding advocates all across an organisation is vital to diversity The importance of instilling a culture where people can debate, disrupt and innovat...