Sectora Group

Word on the Grid Podcast

Business EN ↓ 6 episodes

Word on the Grid is a podcast for senior leaders navigating complex, high-pressure, often male-dominated environments. Hosted by Jessica Jones of Sectora Group, it explores the journey into leadership, the realities of leading today, and what lies ahead. Through honest conversations, guests share insights on their early steps, current challenges, and future ambitions.

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From Nightclub Bouncer to Global MD | Word on the Grid Episode 6 29.06.2026 43:53

What do nightclub security, Virgin Atlantic and global travel risk management have in common? For Emily Roberts, they all became part of the same journey. In this episode of Word on the Grid , Jessica Jones sits down with Emily, Managing Director of Solace Global, to explore an unconventional career that's taken her from working the doors of Bournemouth's busiest nightclubs to leading a g...

From Actress to President with Julie Driscoll | Word on the Grid Ep 5 15.06.2026 46:22

In Episode 5 of Word on the Grid, Julie joins our founder and host Jessica Jones to share her leadership journey, the lessons she's learned along the way, and her perspective on balancing ambition, family life and career progression. Together, they discuss: ✔️ Women in leadership ✔️ The importance of mentors and sponsors ✔️ Building customer-first businesses ✔️ Career growth and leadership develop...

From Fashion Buyer to Managing Director with Bunty Stokes | Word on the Grid Ep 4 01.06.2026 44:26

In this week's episode 4 of Word on the Grid, host Jessica Jones from Sectora Group sits down with Bunty Stokes, an experienced Managing Director, retail leader and fractional business advisor with more than 35 years of experience leading consumer brands and founder-led businesses. From her early days in fashion retail to senior leadership roles at TK Maxx, Bunty shares the lessons that shaped her...

From MOD to MD & People-First Cultures: Rebecca Saunders-Jones - Word on the Grid Episode 3 18.05.2026 34:04

In this episode of Word on the Grid, we’re joined by Becca Saunders-Jones - Managing Director of Loopin and a passionate advocate for people-first leadership cultures. From beginning her career in the Ministry of Defence to leading within the tech sector, Becca shares her journey through leadership, resilience, motherhood, and building high-performing teams rooted in empathy and trust. Together, w...

What It Takes for Women to Reach the Top of Business: Monica Collings OBE - Word on the Grid Episode 2 11.05.2026 45:20

What does it really take for women to survive - and succeed - at the top of business? In Episode 2 of Word on the Grid, Monica Collings OBE shares the unfiltered reality behind executive leadership, crisis management, motherhood and navigating male-dominated industries. From being told she was “not good enough” at 16… to becoming CEO, Chair, Non-Executive Director and receiving an OBE - Monica’s l...

The Making of a Female CEO: Donna Cezair on Leadership & Diversity - Word on the Grid Episode 1 04.05.2026 37:44

In this episode of Word on the Grid, we dive into leadership insights with Donna Cezair, CEO of Worthing Homes. Discover how her early experiences shaped her leadership style and the importance of authenticity in leadership. Key takeaways: * Donna shares her journey from childhood to becoming a CEO. * The impact of early role models on her leadership approach. * Insights on navigating gender imbal...