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Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalRevolutionizing HR and Events: Empowerment, Leadership, and the Future of Work with Marc ColemanPrepare to be whisked away on an insightful journey with Leila McKenzie-Delis, as I sit with the unparalleled Marc Coleman of Unleash. Together, we dissect the exhilarating evolution of the HR events industry and the nuanced art of fostering indispensable human connections in today's digital world. From Marc's unexpected shift from science to HR, to the extraordinary challenges and triumphs of a remote-first events business, his story is one of resilience and innovation amid the ever-changing corporate landscape.As the conversation plunges into the metamorphosis of HR, feel the pulse of a sector once confined to the...2024-04-1145 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalMerary Soto-Saunders, Global Head of DE&I at CVC Capital Partner on representation, vulnerability, strategy and changeIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Merary Soto-Saunders, Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at CVC Capital Partners. On mentoring/influencing: "And I want to show you that you don't have to be perfect. That you can be vulnerable, that you can be human and still be very impactful and still be accessible. But if people don't lean into that vulnerability, we just become almost too distant to be impactful to younger people that are like us."2023-08-1736 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalMerary Toto-Saunders, Global Head of DE&I at CVC Capital Partner on representation, vulnerability, strategy and the power to make changeIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Merary Toto-Saunders, Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at CVC Capital Partners. "When you're a diverse leader, you're not allowed to be yourself, you're not allowed to be vulnerable, you're not allowed to be human. And that's really, really hard. Very few people open the space for vulnerability. I find that I resonate more when I'm vulnerable and I'm like, Hey, look, this isn't what it's hard. Like being a mom is hard. Being a an exe...2023-08-1736 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalBen Page, CEO at Ipsos on the importance of cultural competence, organisational diversity and bold leadershipOur fourth CEO Activist episode features a conversation between Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global and Ben Page, CEO at Ipsos."People want leadership. That means they want clarity, they want fairness, they want transparency, They want to believe that someone has a plan, even if the world is in turmoil or in chaos."You'll hear about- Ben's 36 year stint with Ipsos, starting as a graduate trainee to his rise as CEO- Ipsos' evolution over the years growing to become...2023-08-1040 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalRoisin Mackenzie, Chief People officer at Saga PLC on using D&I as a core pillar of an organisation's people strategyIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Roisin Mackenzie, Chief People officer at Saga PLC"But ultimately it's it's all about back to listen to your colleagues - How are they feeling? What are they telling you? Because they will tell you if a culture is off, they will tell you if they don't feel like you've got an inclusive culture. So you have to focus on culture as much as you do your processes, diversity and who who you bringing in. If you ha...2023-08-0336 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalPaul Gerrard, Campaigns, Public Affairs & Board Secretariat Director at the Co-op on the importance of a partnership between businesses and government to help communities prosperOur third CEO Activist episode features a conversation between Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global and Paul Gerrard, Campaigns, Public Affairs & Board Secretariat Director at the Co-op Group, Board Director at Co-ops UK and Trustee of the Co-operative Heritage Trust.Paul played a role in shaping what the CEO Activist campaign looks like today especially when it comes to the convening power of the initiative when it comes to business and policymakers."A partnership between government, local or central, and business is critical. If you want to help...2023-07-1325 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalKatherine Griffiths, the City Editor at Bloomberg on what it takes to support female employees to progress to top levels within organisationsIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Katherine Griffiths, the City Editor at Bloomberg."But it is the case still that I think in news in particular, it's a problem. If a parent needs to be out of the office, take time off. And I think it's got something to do with the very nature of the job, which is sometimes things need to be done immediately."You'll hear about:- A whistlestop tour of Katherine's life in...2023-06-2238 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalStephanie Mehta, Chief Executive and Chief Content Officer of Mansueto Ventures on the need for leadership to be purposeful, inclusive and empoweringOur second CEO Activist episode features a conversation between Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global and Stephanie Mehta, Chief Executive and Chief Content Officer of Mansueto Ventures.'I think that good now in in my new role looks like creating a place where people really do feel like they are empowered to do their best work and empowered to say when there is something that is preventing them from being able to do their best work.'You'll hear about- Stephanie's rich and vibrant career which includes names...2023-06-1540 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalRuben Ramirez, Group Head of Diversity and Inclusion for Syngenta Group on the importance of strategic planning to make a scalable difference in D&IIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Ruben Alejandro Ramirez, the group head of Diversity and Inclusion for Syngenta Group"it all starts by understanding the space. For example, we have a global pride campaign as an entire group. However, we understand that in some places, this is illegal. So what we are trying to do this year is to have a low pressure campaign for those countries where pride is accepted and LGBTQ community is accepted, but then have our Respect campaign for th...2023-06-0835 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalShirine Khoury-Haq, Group CEO at Co-op: The need for CEO Activists to speak authentically and credibly about issues that truly matter internally and externallyOur first ever CEO Activist podcast kicks off with a fascinating conversation between Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global and Shirine Khoury-Haq, Group CEO at Co-op. "In terms of activism from a from a CEO perspective it is important to be authentic and to really determine what it is that's important to you, that you feel you can actually stand up and talk about with credibility, both inside your own organization, to be able to effect the change within one's own organization, but also outside, whether it's in government or in m...2023-05-3132 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalAsif Sadiq, Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Warner Brothers Discovery on authenticity, conversation, culture and representation as key D&I elements within organisationsIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Asif Sadiq, Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Warner Brothers Discovery"At Warner Brothers Discovery, I'm looking at the internal elements. I'm looking at productions. I'm looking at our content. You know, how do we make it more diverse? How do we tell authentic stories? And that's how D&I should be positioned. In a way that you are really aligning to the internal and the external so that the messaging and what you truly believe in...2023-05-1831 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalSalma De Graaff, VP People/(CHRO) at Skyscanner on using multicultural experiences to build better communities that drive greater engagementIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Salma De Graaff, VP People/(CHRO) at Skyscanner"People that have come from the people function that can lead an organization, they're also leading the people in an organization and finding a way to understand and facilitate both what generates great revenue and what are going to be the key elements that lead the company forward and also how do we create the environment able to thrive."You'll hear about:...2023-05-0432 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalClare Costello, Chief People and Inclusion officer at the Co-op on How to manage and grow diversity and inclusion in procurement and peopleIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Clare Costello, Chief People and Inclusion officer at the Co-op"How many times have I said to somebody in the last decade, You're a fantastic negotiator. You can pull an RFP together, analyze data in such an immense way, massive thumbs up, humanity, stakeholders, kind of. Okay. But if you can get your people scaled up, you'll go from being a really good buy to being amazing. And it is that is the more people centric side th...2023-04-2043 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalZahoor Ahmad, Head of Social Mobility, Inclusion and Belonging at Coop on How to elevate the narrative around D&I to drive changeIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Zahoor Ahmad, Head of Social Mobility, Inclusion and Belonging at Coop and Executive Director at Alchemy Performance."Through emotional intelligence you can create a level of psychological safety and then people are accepting of ideas because they are non-threatening. However, if people enter their fight or flight mode when you approach them, you're not going to get much out of them."You'll hear about:- Zahoor's evolution through D&I including why he...2023-04-0647 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalBrendan Vaughan, Editor in Chief of Fast Company on How to redefine what productivity and work culture look like to retain employeesIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Brendan Vaughan, Editor in Chief of Fast Company."There are enough organisations that truly do value work-life balance - the idea that you shouldn't have an always, always, always on culture or you will lose people. That's never been more true than it is these days."You'll hear about:- Brendan's evolution as a journalist and how he ended up as the Editor in Chief of Fast Company...2023-03-2341 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalMargaret Johnston-Clarke, Global Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer for L'Oreal: How can organisations communicate about the D&I issues that really matterIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Margaret Johnston-Clarke, Global Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer for L'Oreal."The most important decision I made at the time which I would recommend highly to anyone moving into this sphere today is to really understand the corporate culture of your organisation but also what the business culture is like."You'll hear about:- Margaret's personal and professional story including her wonderfully rich and colourful career and background- T...2023-03-0937 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalRaj Verma, Chief Diversity, Culture+ Ex Officer for Sanofi: How to create an organisational culture that makes employees want to stayIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Raj Verma, Chief Diversity, Culture+ Ex Officer for Sanofi."One of the reasons why I put together the function that I lead today around diversity, culture and experience is because they are the reasons people join and they are the reasons people leave an organization."You'll hear about:- Raj's personal and professional story including his childhood moving from a predominantly brown and black neighbourhood to being a mi...2023-02-1633 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalClay Johnson, Senior Learning Technologist at UWE: How to ensure that modern education meets the needs of modern societyIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Clay Johnson, Senior Learning Technologist, University of the West of England."I think we need to change our educational framework...Modern education needs to address modern societal need. That process is happening within schools at the grassroots. It is happening organically because teachers fundamentally want to establish positive relationships with the people that they teach."You'll hear about:- Clay’s personal and professional story including his childhood in a mixed race neig...2023-02-0239 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalScott Walker, CEO of XpertHR: How can an organisation attract and retain the very best talent?In this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Scott Walker, CEO of XpertHR, part of the Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions Group."You know Millennials and Gen-Z in the workplace are demanding that their organisations are ethical in the way in which they both interact with the world and their communities around them but also how they treat their employees and there is an innate sense of fairness that these employees really are insisting upon and so the people functions within the business are recognising that this is so...2023-01-1934 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalRebecca Achieng Ajulu-Bushell, CEO of the10,000 Interns Foundation: How to challenge the CEO stereotype as a modern leaderIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Rebecca Achieng Ajulu-Bushell, CEO of the 10,000 Interns Foundation."When you're leaving school or university you are bombarded with a repeated 'What are you going to do?' The more interesting questions are 'What do you want your life to look like?' or 'What do you want your life to feel like?' Finding the answers to those questions will tell you what you're going to do."You'll hear about:- Rebecca's pe...2023-01-0544 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalNicholas Petche, Editor in Chief for Yahoo UK: How to create circumstances and narratives that enable opportunitiesIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis , CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Nicholas Petche, Editor in Chief for Yahoo UK."People are complicated, and we can get blind to this because we think about human relationships in terms of what can and can't be said. What we can do is to create circumstances and the narratives that will enable opportunities to be as wide as possible."- Nick's personal and professional journey including his global career, how he came to be in his current position and ho...2022-12-1547 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalBen Bengougam, Senior VP HR for Hilton: How to deserve that proverbial seat at the leadership tableIn this week’s podcast, Leila McKenzie-Delis , CEO and Founder of DIAL Global speaks to Ben Bengougam, Senior Vice President Human Resources across EMEA for Hilton."In order to deserve that proverbial seat at the table, you still have to make a credible link between what you do for your people and business success."- Ben's personal and professional journey including how he came to be in his current position and how it impacted his leadership style.- How the role of an HR leader has evolved ov...2022-12-0834 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"It's about creating a community that works within an organisation" featuring Philip Hoggarth, CEO of Communisis and President of OSG EuropeIn this week’s podcast, our CEO Leila McKenzie-Delis speaks to Philip Hoggarth, CEO of Communisis and President of OSG EuropeHere’s what they discuss:- Philip's background and journey including the factors that led him to his current roles and drive his passion for business for good and the employee experience- How his personal life and journey has shaped him as a leader including his work ethic and discovering himself as a person- How Philip's goal of transforming Communisis and his D&I goals aligns with his sign...2022-11-0345 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"We want people to think differently about neurodiverse employees" Martin McKay, Chief Executive Officer, TexthelpAccording to Harvard Health Publishing, neurodiversity includes the many ways that people experience and interact with the world around them - there is no one correct way of thinking, learning, and behaving, and differences are not a weakness.This week's podcast features Martin McKay, CEO of Texthelp with our CEO Leila McKenzie-Delis.🧠 Martin's foray into studying and understanding dyslexia and his subsequent career🧠 Many different aspects of dyslexia and why it is ultimately a superpower🧠Enhancing people's lives by changing challenges into wins through the power of technology, speech and language🧠How Texthelp ena...2022-07-0743 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"There are little things that employers can do to understand and respect what is going on in someone's life" with Kelly Beaver, Chief Executive, UK and Ireland, Ipsos Mori.In this week’s podcast, our CEO Leila McKenzie-Delis speaks to Kelly Beaver, Chief Executive, UK and Ireland, Ipsos Mori.Here’s what they discuss:📈Kelly's background and work at Ipsos and her non-exec positions in academia and charity work📈Executive sponsorship, leadership, trickle effect, early intervention when it comes to education📈The market research industry with its focus on data and the methodology and rationale behind evidence-based decision making📈The emotional intelligence required to truly see good leadership and organisations through their long term game plan📈Inspirational nuggets such as keeping the faith...2022-06-3037 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global''Especially in multicultural marketing, most of the things that brands did were old and traditional'' Serhat Ekinci, Managing Director of Unite, Omnicom Media Group.In this week’s podcast, our CEO Leila McKenzie-Delis has a conversation with Serhat Ekinci, Managing Director of Unite, Omnicom Media Group.Here’s what they discuss:🚀Serhat's professional background in the world of creative, digital, media, advertising and consulting as well as his rich cultural background (Turkish/Kurdish) that influences his work and passion projects🚀Importance of media representation in content, communication and data to be inclusive because people will not feel included when the work they do doesn't represent them🚀Importance of highlighting both visible and invisible differences a...2022-06-2341 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"I think it will pay for companies to make an investment in becoming more diverse": Steve Kenzie, Executive Director at UN Global Compact Network UKLeila is joined by Steve Kenzie, Executive Director at UN Global Compact Network UKIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –Steve's work with The McKenzie Delis review 2020 as a committee member.The McKenzie Delis review 2021 is extending it's report to the US.The 10 facets, their impact and the challenges faced in achieving goals.Putting your cards on the table - provide evidence of actions and commitment. Create credibility by measuring and reporting.The UN Global goals and some of the challenges faced in achieving tho...2021-09-2824 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"To be authentic, you have to show your true self, you have to be honest about your struggles and even failures": Harriet Padina - Diversity and Inclusion Community Manager at Siemens UKHarriet PadinaLeila is joined by Harriet Padina - Diversity and Inclusion Community Manager at Siemens UK.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Harriet has become a D&I specialist after following a very different career path at one point in technical sales/engineering· The importance of “leading from the top” regarding D&I· How Siemens has used its Inclusion Lab project to establish a framework and subsequently a number of internal D&I Champions/Communities· The unusual survey that Siemen used to find out...2020-09-1040 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Diversity of attitude creates strong teams and strong teams are what creates success”: Lawrence Trist - Managing Director at Finsbury Food GroupLawrence TristLeila is joined by Lawrence Trist – Managing Director at Finsbury Food Group.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Lawrence’s career journey to date, from starting out working in food to setting up his own business and then returning to the food industry· The stages of Coronavirus that Finsbury Food Group have had to work through· Lawrence’s belief in the importance and diversity of attitudeRESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencetrist/Continu...2020-09-0840 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Without inclusion and belonging, diversity doesn’t exist”: Melanie Richards - Deputy Chair at KPMG UKMelanie RichardsLeila is joined by Melanie Richards – Deputy Chair at KPMG UK, founding member of the 30% Club’s Steering Committee and member of the Hampton-Alexander Review Steering Committee. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Melanie’s journey at KPMG since initially joining the organization in 2000· Her experiences around gender diversity earlier in her career, when she was often either the only woman in the room or very much in the minority· Making career opportunities more accessible for those who follow different career paths from ‘the...2020-09-0338 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"Give people a chance, not out of the goodness of your heart, but because A) it's the right thing to do and B) because it's the right thing for your organisation": Richard Bandell - Portfolio non-Executive Director/ChairmanRichard BandellLeila is joined by Richard Bandell – Non-Executive Director/Chairman at various businesses.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· The challenges of remote working in terms of his professional relationships and sufficient contact with the people that he is managing· “I just fell into work and loved work”: how Richard came from a blue-collar/working-class background and entered a career in the professional services sector, eventually working his way up to board level· The increased number of opportunities that introverts now find themselves being pre...2020-09-0150 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“One part that I think is often overlooked is the power that we have as individuals to create the conditions around us where others can really thrive”: Fiona Ibanez-Leach - Head of Diversity & Inclusion, International Markets at Walgreen Boots AllianceFiona Ibáñez-LeachLeila is joined by Fiona Ibáñez-Leach - Head of Diversity & Inclusion, International Markets at Walgreen Boots Alliance.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Fiona has been coping with the impact of Covid-19 on her work from a personal basis· The higher level of focus on the inclusion element internally at WBA as a result of COVID-19· Fiona’s career to date, which has led her from working in account management earlier in her career and how she has subsequently found herself focusing on...2020-08-2733 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Bringing in some people having a different background goes such a long way in helping see things a bit differently”: Pierre Le Manh - CEO North America & Global Deputy CEO at IpsosPierre Le ManhLeila is joined by Pierre Le Manh – CEO North America & Global Deputy CEO at Ipsos.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Pierre’s career journey to date, which has taken him from working for the French government to international blue chip organisations such as Accenture and Ipsos· What the future holds for business and society more generally after COVID-19· The importance of remembering to take the time to pause and reflect on your achievements· Pierre’s views on how best to im...2020-08-2545 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"What we can do to increase our audience is to show we're not just a fighting force, we also invest a lot in our human capital" Stefan Betancourt and Tanya Miller, the Royal Air ForceLeila is joined by Stefan Betancourt, Electrical Technician at the Royal Air Force and Tanya Miller, Logistics Air & Ground Steward Corporal at the Royal Air ForceIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT- The topic of diversity, inclusion and belonging within the context of the RAF and how this has changed over the years- Stefan and Tanya's unique stories and experiences as ethnic minorities working within the RAF- The work being done to continue to encourage BAME representation in the militaryContinue the...2020-08-2146 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“If I talk about it, I’m vocal about it and I’m active about it, I can change my own experience as well as theirs”: Gavin Lewis - Managing Director at BlackRock and Co-founder of #talkaboutblackGavin LewisLeila is joined by Gavin Lewis - Managing Director at BlackRock and Co-founder of #talkaboutblack .IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Gavin’s experience growing up as a young black male in a gentrified environment in the Tottenham area of London· The ‘Talk About Black’ campaign which Gavin has been leading in order to address the relative rarity of people from an ethnic background within the investment industry, particularly at senior level· The concern that people and organisations have already moved on from their Black Liv...2020-08-1836 minInclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“We should have equality but it’s not having equality for equality’s sake, it’s just the right thing to do”Shane Farrell: CEO Europe at IpsosShane FarrellLeila is joined by Shane Farrell – CEO Europe at Ipsos.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· The impact of Coronavirus on Ipsos’ market research projects· How Shane fell into market research by chance· Shane’s move to Russia, which eventually led to him starting his own business and then eventually selling this to Ipsos· “The most important thing is whether you can perform or not”: Shane’s belief that gender and nationality are now being used less often as selection/discrimination f...2020-08-1330 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Start from an intrinsic need that you have and for me, that is to learn and absorb new things”: Stefaan Van Dyck - President & CEO Animal Nutrition & Health EMENA at Kemin IndustriesStefaan Van DyckLeila is joined by Stefaan Van Dyck - President & CEO Animal Nutrition & Health EMENA at Kemin Industries.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Stefaan’s career journey to date, having spent his whole career at Kemin and watched the organization grow around him from an SME initially to a much larger organization while also progressing his own career in a similar manner, initially within the R&D function before moving into general management· The importance of maintaining genuine interest in order to avoid faking it2020-08-1145 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"It's about finding that difference to be able to make a difference": Suzie Welch - Group Chief People Officer at ODEON Cinemas GroupSuzie WelchLeila is joined by Suzie Welch - Group Chief People Officer at ODEON Cinemas Group.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Suzie’s career in hospitality has evolved to date after initially wanting to work in theatre, going from operations to HR as well as moving between restaurants and cinemas· Odeon’s recent internal health and wellbeing work, including the UK-focused ‘Be well’ campaign and their Facebook for Work project· How Suzie has succeeded in adapting her leadership style to being an introvert2020-08-0634 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Just be open and curious to wherever you’re going to absorb new experiences because that’s what makes life interesting”: Helen Kennett - Director, UK Government Relations at Rolls-RoyceHelen Kennett Leila is joined by Helen Kennett - Director, UK Government Relations at Rolls-Royce.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Helen’s career journey to date, having first started her career working directly for an MP in Westminister to progressing her career to the point where she has now operated at director level within Rolls-Royce for over 10 years· Turning challenges into opportunities and the importance of emotional intelligence to Helen’s work· “Don’t criticize what you don’t understand”: the open/curious and philosophica...2020-08-0439 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"It's about businesses recognising that if you've got the same people sat around the table with the same opinions, you're not bringing much to the table": Emma Murray - Network & Training Manager Special Operations at Jaguar Land RoverEmma MurrayLeila is joined by Emma Murray - Network & Training Manager Special Operations at Jaguar Land Rover.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT·Emma’s family background growing up with parents of mixed nationality and a sibling of mixed race and career journey so far, having gone from being very career focused to now juggling work with looking after a young daughter·Emma’s work as part of the gender equality network at Jaguar Land Rover, with a particular focus on giving women with children more flexible workin...2020-07-3135 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“I fell in love with virtual reality because it gives people a lived experience”: Simeon Quarrie - CEO/ Founder/Visual Storyteller at VIVIDASimeon QuarrieLeila is joined by Simeon Quarrie - CEO/ Founder/Visual Storyteller at VIVIDA.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Simeon fell in love with Virtual Reality (VR) and is using it to drive change/empathy in the business world· The power of storytelling when it is used meaningfully across various media (images, videos, VR)· How best to use technology to have a positive impact, particularly in the D, I & B space· The sense of comradeship that the human race has...2020-07-2840 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Differences of what people have gone through in life really do come to the forefront in what it makes for a team to be so special”: David Doherty - Resourcing Manager at John Lewis PartnershipDavid DohertyLeila is joined by David Doherty - Resourcing Manager at John Lewis Partnership.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· The emphasis that John Lewis Partnership have put on people at all levels working directly with their front-line retail staff wherever and however they can during the COVID-19 emergency· The importance of maintaining interactions between team members in order to mitigate a possible sense of isolation for them· How changing your mentality about the concept/meaning of ‘challenge’ can make it easier to create a more di...2020-07-2331 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Some people are genuinely impressive leaders and you can see the impact it has on teams”: Philip Harman - Partner at DAC Beachcroft LLPPhilip HarmanLeila is joined by Philip Harman - Partner at DAC Beachcroft LLP.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Phil’s own individual journey and progression in the world of employment law· How he balances the intellectual and people-focused aspects of his role, particularly in board level case work· The impact of the Equality Act on employer organisations and individual employees· The key lawyer skills and attributes that are also useful to other organisations/professions in order to balance ethics and wider...2020-07-2145 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“I always say there’s emotions we experience in parenthood; they cross culture, geography, religion, gender. It’s something in our DNA”: Cecelia Crossley – Founding Director at From Babies with Love, Trustee at Duchenne UK and the Gaia FoundationCecelia CrossleyLeila is joined by Cecelia Crossley – Founding Director at From Babies with Love, Trustee at Duchenne UK and the Gaia Foundation.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Cecelia went from working in a more corporate structure as a chartered accountant to then moving into finance roles in the charity sector and eventually founding her own social enterprise· How From Babies with Love contributes to “gender strategy” and “working parent strategy” for their corporate clients· The interconnection between Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility (CSR) and soci...2020-07-1633 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“The need to be included was probably the driving force for my career”: Ismail Amla - Chief Growth Officer at Capita and Oli Freestone - Head of Institute at CapitaIsmail Amla and Oli FreestoneLeila is joined by Ismail Amla – Chief Growth Officer at Capita and Oli Freestone – Head of Institute at Capita.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Ismail’s desire to do whatever it took to build a successful career in order that he could feel part of “Britain PLC”· The value of internal employee networking groups within organisations· The importance of pushing boundaries in D&I in order to ensure that progress is continued· How Oli often feels the need to we...2020-07-1445 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“The western market has given me such opportunities for someone like me, but also, we have kept our eastern values of modesty, humility and education”: Anand Verma - European Head of Digital Services at Infosys and Founder/CEO at Brilliant BasicsLeila is joined by Anand Verma - European Head of Digital Services at Infosys and Founder/CEO at Brilliant Basics.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Anand’s own experiences of building a start-up from scratch and having to learn everything on his own led him to found Brilliant Basics· How an internal focus on diversity across the board can lead to not only superior culture, but also stronger products/relationships with clients· How “computational design” can help larger organisations maintain a more personal, empathetic approach to employee...2020-07-0944 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“If you create an environment of trust, safety and care, you will retain your team better”: Sangram Vajre - Chief Evangelist/Co-Founder at Terminus and #FlipMyFunnel Podcast HostSangram VajreLeila is joined by Sangram Vajre - Chief Evangelist/Co-Founder at Terminus and #FlipMyFunnel Podcast Host.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Sangram’s passion for building communities and never standing still as an individual· Sangram’s background, from growing up as the youngest of one of 20 people living in his family’s house in India to moving to the USA for his university studies· His personal tips as a founder for scaling up smaller businesses· How to make yourself more resilient in order t...2020-07-071h 04
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“The answer is not to get the elite black people into positions of power; the answer is to get the people in the community more self-respect, more opportunities…”: John BarnesJohn Barnes MBE – Former professional footballer for Watford, Liverpool, NewcastJohn BarnesLeila is joined by John Barnes MBE – Former professional footballer for Watford, Liverpool, Newcastle United and England.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· “I experienced racism, but I never suffered from it”: John Barnes’ upbringing as a middle-class Jamaican and the racism that he experienced as a young immigrant into the UK· How to distinguish between “racist events” and racism· John’s belief that elite black people such as himself can still experience “white privilege”: “I never experienced racism, I experienced racist events”· The imp...2020-07-0249 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Allyship is far more about listening than talking and as a leader it’s about creating an environment where people are okay to talk”: Andrew Denton - Chief Executive Officer at Alfa Financial Software and Co-Founder/Director at the Leasing FoundationAndrew DentonLeila is joined by Andrew Denton - Chief Executive Officer at Alfa Financial Software and Co-Founder/Director at the Leasing Foundation.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Andy’s career journey so far, being in the rare position of having spent nearly his entire career to date at the same company and risen through the ranks there from Developer/Consultant to CEO over the last 25 years approximately· The global nature of the racism problem driving the Black Lives Matter movement· The important relat...2020-06-3041 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“The more you learn about different people, the more you realise we have more things in common than the things that set us apart”: Christos Tsaprounis - Head of People & Culture at Auto Trader UKChristos TsaprounisLeila is joined by Christos Tsaprounis - Head of People & Culture at Auto Trader UK, Trustee at Survivors Manchester and Leadership Fellow at the Society of Leadership Fellows.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Christos’ journey so far, from growing up in Greece to studying at an American university in Greece and then moving abroad to the UK to continue studying and begin his professional career· The adjustments being made to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging practices as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic· The ongoing impor...2020-06-2528 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Having an eye opener to different cultural preferences is definitely something that’s helped me shape and grow as a leader”: Lynsey Symington - Talent Acquisition Lead, SEA & Emerging Markets at ExperianLynsey SymingtonLeila is joined by Lynsey Symington - Talent Acquisition Lead, SEA & Emerging Markets at Experian.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT·Lynsey’s career to date, having started in oil and gas recruitment and then set up her own team at a start-up before moving from Scotland to Singapore·Conducting diversity initiatives while also being culturally sensitive/aware to specific local/regional requirements·How to use meditation to stay focused and dedicated·Experian’s ‘Superheroes’ initiative, which is this year...2020-06-2329 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Any company that is not making itself attractive to the best and the brightest as an employer, they’re just shooting themselves in the foot”: Steve Kenzie - Executive Director at the UN Global Compact Network UKSteve KenzieLeila is joined by Executive Director at the UN Global Compact Network UK.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Steve’s career journey so far, from growing up in Canada to working for various NGOs and eventually moving over to the UK in 2003· How to balance the profitability of business with “doing good” for the wider world and the key role that this can play in talent attraction with millennials/zillennials· What can be done to avoid allowing “unconscious bias” to develop within a business2020-06-1839 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“People need to be included, but more than just to be included; people need to have power to make decisions”: Nimal Amitirigala - President - Grace Foods Canada, Inc. at GraceKennedy Ltd.Nimal AmitirigalaLeila is joined by Nimal Amitirigala - President - Grace Foods Canada, Inc. at GraceKennedy Ltd.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Nimal’s unique intercultural background and his various international experiences living in countries such as the UK, US and Canada· How living/working abroad can help enhance not only your personal perspective but also the diversity journey· The Jamaican background and subsequent international expansion of GraceKennedy as a company· Nimal’s passion for educating others about the massive influence that Jamaica...2020-06-1634 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“I think that there’s so much underprivileged talent that still gets wasted”: Dean Curtis - Group Managing Director, Risk & Business Analytics at RELX and President/CEO at ICISDean CurtisLeila is joined by Dean Curtis - Group Managing Director, Risk & Business Analytics at RELX and President/CEO at ICIS.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Dean went from entering the financial services industry to working for several football clubs such as Tottenham Hotspur and Charlton Athletic as a youth team coach, before going back into the business world· The hope that companies are able to make the best of the opportunities provided by the Coronavirus situation, and the resulting increasing importance of company culture...2020-06-1142 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"You can go out and empower an individual then you can learn from that individual and in return that empowers you": Neil Reavey - Associate Director, Research Assurance and Global I&D Council at AstraZenecaNeil ReaveyLeila is joined by Neil Reavey - Associate Director, Research Assurance; External Insights Lead, Global I&D Council at AstraZeneca; Founder & Co-Chair of AZPride UK Employee Resource Group AstraZeneca; Co Chair of Proud Science Alliance.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· What led Neil to become involved in I&D· How Neil created a climate of “psychological safety” for himself, and his belief that organisations should focus on this concept as well· How data analysis to improve Diversity can often o...2020-06-0932 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“If you allow yourself to not achieve because of someone else, you’ve allowed someone else to stand in your way”: Paul Parker - Ex-professional footballer for England and Manchester United, Pundit, Blogger, Corporate Trainer, Coach & Cross Channel RacingPaul ParkerLeila is joined by Paul Parker – Ex-Professional footballer for England and Manchester United, Pundit, Blogger, Corporate Trainer, Coach & Cross Channel Racing Ambassador.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Paul’s story so far, from being brought up in London and subsequently Essex by his Jamaican immigrate parents to becoming an athlete, initially at school in athletics and then becoming a professional footballer· Paul’s experience in school during the era of Skinheads and the National Front, but also being someone who other pupils were able to...2020-06-0453 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“In C-level positions you need to become a lot better in the soft skills world”: Hugo de Sousa - Associate Partner/Head of Innovation and Ecosystems at Capita ConsultingHugo de SousaLeila is joined by Hugo de Sousa - Associate Partner/Head of Innovation and Ecosystems at Capita Consulting.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Hugo’s role in futureproofing corporate strategy and innovation· Hugo’s career journey so far, from co-founding his own company in Portugal and becoming CIO for a large Portugese government agency to working for larger companies abroad in the UK and Ireland· The need to be able to combine tech skills...2020-06-0235 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Karma is a beautiful thing; if you treat everyone the same, it does come back to you”: Thomas Ennis - CEO at Thomas Ennis GroupThomas EnnisLeila is joined by Thomas Ennis – CEO at Thomas Ennis Group.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Thomas went from a background of extreme poverty and leaving school aged 15 to owning his own network of retail stores in Ireland· Thomas’ own experiences of social discrimination throughout his life· The impact of Covid-19 on the food retail sector RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-ennis-4b877841/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn2020-05-2744 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“There’s gold sitting in the minds and the behaviour of people that come from different backgrounds”: Niko Kavakiotis - Head of Building Performance & Sustainability at SiemensNiko KavakiotisLeila is joined by Niko Kavakiotis - Head of Building Performance & Sustainability at Siemens.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Niko’s highly multicultural background, from growing up in Greece and studying/working in electrical engineering all over the world in countries such as the UK, USA, Japan and Germany· The importance of avoiding a sense of entitlement· The work that Niko has been doing internally with the Employee Resource Group (ERG) that he is leading· The battles that Niko has fo...2020-05-2637 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“We’re only as different or disabled or different as the way we treat each other and the environments we create”: David Grevemberg - Chief Executive Officer at the Commonwealth Games FederationDavid Grevemberg CBELeila is joined by David Grevemberg - Chief Executive Officer at the Commonwealth Games Federation.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How David went from growing up in New Orleans to working in wrestling, to his high-flying career in sports management· The inclusive agenda at the Commonwealth Games Federation· The racial tension that he dealt with as a young white person in New Orleans· Embracing both authenticity and sincerity as a leader· The human rights eleme...2020-05-2147 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“If you are somebody that is approachable and is seen to have that humanistic touch, then people are there to try and help you”: Mark Adams - CEO of Community Integrated CareMark AdamsLeila is joined by Mark Adams - Chief Executive of Community Integrated Care and Non-Executive Director at National Care Forum and Countess of Chester Hospital. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· What it has been like combating Covid-19 “on the front line” for Mark and his charity colleagues· The differences between working in social care and in physical healthcare· Mark’s personal background, having started working in healthcare at a very young age and experienced working for a comb...2020-05-1931 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Try to avoid speculation, stay connected with friends and take a break from the news”: Geoff McDonald - Co-Founder of Minds@Work and former Global Vice President HR at UnileverGeoff McDonald Leila is joined by Geoff McDonald, Co-Founder of Minds@Work and former Global Vice President HR at Unilever. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT·The difficulties of dealing with social distancing and self-isolation, but also the benefits that these offer, such as the opportunity for reflection·“That ability to talk is what saved my life”: how the power of love helped Geoff overcome personal mental health challenges·How to deal with mental health symptoms when they...2020-05-1430 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“The best way to succeed is getting out of work and keeping yourself sharp”: Andi Jarvis - Owner/Founder/Strategy Director at Eximo MarketingAndi JarvisLeila is joined by Andi Jarvis – Owner/Founder/Strategy Director at Eximo Marketing.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Andi’s career journey to date, having gone from aiming to become a PE teacher to working in marketing· “Tapping into the fabric of what you’re doing”: Andi’s approach to marketing· The challenges behind integrating D&I into marketing, as can be seen in numerous examples of various marketing misfires and successes respectively· The meaning of diversity in different pla...2020-05-1233 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalVE Day 75th Anniversary Special with a personal message from Major General General Celia Harvey OBE & 3 exceptional panelists from the British ArmyVE Day 75th Anniversary Special with the British Army Leila is joined by key individuals from the British Army: Major General Celia Harvey OBE QVRM TD, Deputy commander of the Field Army & Defence Sikh Champion Colonel Karl Harris – Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff Operations (DACOS) at Permanent Joint Headquarters (PJHQ) and also the Chair of the Army BAME Network.Naveed Muhamad – Muslim National Liaison Officer.Lt Col Tim Petransky, SO1 CE Communities, Engagement Branch, Headquarters Regional CommandIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUTThe history of VE (Victory in Europe...2020-05-081h 00
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalVE Day 75th Anniversary Special with the Royal Air Force "Find your right way to pick yourself up and carry on": Sally Bridgeland – Honorary Group Captain Royal Air Force (RAF) & Trustee, RAF Central FundVE Day 75th Anniversary Special with the Royal Air Force (RAF)"Find your right way to pick yourself up and carry on": the opportunities you're Leila is joined by Sally Bridgeland – Honorary Group Captain Royal Air Force (RAF) & Trustee, RAF Central Fund IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUTThe history of VE (Victory in Europe) day and the importance of the 75th Anniversary that we remember on this special day. The contribution of the commonwealth as a whole to Victory in Europe including the economic and material support...2020-05-0834 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL GlobalVE Day 75th Anniversary Special with the Royal Navy "It doesn't matter who you are, where you come from, what matters is how good you are, the opportunities you're prepare to take, the Navy will back you up": Commador David Elford OBE ADC, Royal NavyLeila is joined by Commador David Elford OBE Commador BE ADC BSc MSc MA CEng FRAeS MIET of The Royal Navy. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUTThe history of VE (Victory in Europe) day and the importance of the 75th Anniversary that we remember on this special day. The contribution of the commonwealth as a whole to Victory in Europe including the economic and material support from other countries such as Asia, Africa and the Caribbean.The parallel between the time of crises today and the time of crises between 1939 and 1945 and the...2020-05-0835 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“There is not a job that you can’t do, there is not a position that you can’t achieve”: Christopher Kenna - CEO & Founder at Brand AdvanceChristopher Kenna Leila is joined by Christopher Kenna - CEO & Founder at Brand Advance.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Why VE Day is so important to Chris· What led Chris to join the armed forces and, latterly, to found Brand Advance· The powerful yet privileged position that advertisers find themselves inRESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chriskenna/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn2020-05-0744 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Authentic leadership is just being true to yourself”: Don Iro - Managing Director at Allteks LtdDon IroLeila is joined by Don Iro - Managing Director at Allteks Ltd.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Don’s personal background, from his upbringing in Nigeria through to his time in various C-suite level roles· The importance of digital frameworks and technology to adapting to the current Coronavirus crisis· How technology can be used to enhance inclusivity in the workplace· How crucial it is to be not only authentic but consistent as a leader in business2020-05-0539 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“You start to walk into your purpose a lot more when you push past imposter syndrome”: LaFawn Davis - Vice President of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Indeed.comLaFawn DavisLeila is joined by LaFawn Davis - Vice President of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Indeed.com and member of 2019 SFBT Most Influential Women in Business shortlist.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT·The importance of intersectionality, both to LaFawn personally and to building a community·How Indeed are making the most of their Inclusion Resource Groups (IRGs) to help adapt to the threat posed by Coronavirus·LaFawn’s advice for those who are suffering from Covid-19 due to furlough/redundancy·How to...2020-04-3039 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“If you are a leader at the moment and are making decisions on behalf of an organisation, just stop and make sure you listen to all voices”: Simon Fillery - Modern Employer Consultant at GSKSimon FilleryLeila is joined bySimon Fillery - Modern Employer Consultant at GSK and Principal Consultant at SiFI Diversity.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· The “two halves” of Simon’s career, investment banking and latterly D&I· The three pillars of GSK’s ‘Modern Employer’ strategy: ‘Being you’, ‘Feeling good’ and ‘Keep growing’· Simon’s own personal tricks for surviving social distancing and self-isolation· The need to prioritise inclusion now more than everRESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.li...2020-04-2829 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“I think taking any opportunities that are offered to you is really important”: Kirsty Rogers - Executive Head of Manchester Office at DWFKirsty Rogers Leila is joined byKirsty Rogers – Executive Head of Manchester office at DWF, Board Trustee at WeMindTheGap, Board Member at North West Academies Trust (NWAT) and Chair of Board of Governors at Delamere Academy.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· What led Kirsty to move into law for a career· What drives her to manage a very busy law career in addition to various non-exec roles· Kirsty’s own experiences and thoughts on furthering the cause of gender diversity· The...2020-04-2329 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“I had the ability to establish myself completely separately from any kind of ideas that people may have around my sexuality”: Brannan Hancock - Technical Induction Manager at Alfa Financial SoftwareBrannan HancockLeila is joined by Brannan Hancock – Technical Induction Manager, Head of Employee Resource Group and Chair of internal LGBTQ+ community at Alfa Financial Software.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT·How Brannan has spent his entire career to date at Alfa, going from software development to his current role on the training side·The influence of digital products on every day life, particularly for millennials and zillennials·How he first discovered his bisexuality as an adult·What led him to become...2020-04-2130 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Diversity is being invited to a party, inclusion is being invited to dance and belonging is being able to change the music”: Yulia O'Mahony - Former Head of Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing at John Lewis PartnershipYulia O’Mahony Leila is joined byYulia O’Mahony – Former Head of Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing at John Lewis Partnership. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Yulia’s career story to date, which has seen her go from working in the consulting space in Russia to heading up Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing for John Lewis Partnership· The differences in the ‘melting pot’ of nations between different international cultures· The three components essential to improving wellbeing in any organizationRESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.link...2020-04-1636 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“The approach I take is; question it, challenge it, change it”: Stacey Copeland - Professional speaker, athlete and Founder of Pave the WayStacey CopelandLeila is joined by Stacey Copeland - Professional speaker, athlete and Founder of Pave the Way. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· The barriers that Stacey has had to overcome to practice her sports as a female in a male-dominated environment· The legal struggle to make boxing legal for females (after it had been legal for males to practice for many decades)· What Stacey believes still needs to be done in order to keep progressing and “moving the dial” for fema...2020-04-1445 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"What they can do is develop a culture that defaults to doing the right thing and defaults to doing the right thing for the business": Ben Page - Chief Executive at Ipsos MoriBen PageLeila is joined by Ben Page, Chief Executive at Ipsos Mori, Visiting Professor at King’s College London and a Board Member of the King’s Fund and the Centre for Ageing Better.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· “The speed of the shock”: the tough times experienced by Ipsos Mori and many of their clients due to Coronavirus·The new role that technology is playing in Ben’s day to day working life·“I didn’t ever expect to be a Chief Executive”...2020-04-0952 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Inclusion becomes essential when you have diversity, because without inclusion, diversity is worth nothing”: Paul Cleal - Non-Executive Director at various FTSE 100/public sector companiesPaul ClealLeila is joined by Paul Cleal, Non-Executive Director at various FTSE 100 /public sector companies (including Sainsbury’s, PwC and the NHS Guy and St. Thomas’ Foundation Trust)IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· The impact of Coronavirus on the public sector institutions where Paul operates as a board member· Paul’s life story, from growing up in London as the son of first generation immigrants and his mother in particular to suffering the difficulties of being “non-white” in the early 1970s and finally achi...2020-04-0734 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“If you’re practicing social distancing it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to have mental isolation. Now is the time more than ever to reach out.”: Ramcess Jean-Louis - Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion at Verizon MediaRamcess Jean-LouisLeila is joined by Ramcess Jean-Louis, Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion at Verizon Media.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Ramcess’ personal background, beginning with his upbringing by Haitian immigrants in New York through graduating from law school and then his career move into the D&I space·The ‘Four Cs’ model: Community, Culture, Career and Customer·How allowing time for social interaction can help to combat the negative effects of Coronavirus on employees’ mental health·The importance of collaboration within a com...2020-04-0225 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“We only exist for a short period and we’ve got to be conscious of the maximum possible impact”: Jon Dutton - Chief Executive at Rugby League World Cup 2021Jon DuttonLeila is joined by Jon Dutton, Chief Executive at Rugby League World Cup 2021.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Jon has found himself in a very privileged position taking the lead on showcasing Rugby League’s finest athletes· The impact that Coronavirus has had on sport in general, and Rugby League in particular· The various Inclusivity measures being introduced as part of RLWC 2021, with Inclusivity being one of their core values· Their choice to focus on the “power of...2020-04-0128 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Don’t give up and take every opportunity to learn, be curious and find your reason why”: Mark Parello - Managing Director & Chartered Wealth Manager at King Street Wealth ManagementMark ParelloLeila is joined by Mark Parello, Managing Director & Chartered Wealth Manager at King Street Wealth Management.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Mark’s epiphany moment in 2015 when he realised that there was a better way to do wealth management, leading him to co-found his own business· Mark’s difficult experiences as a teenager after being taken into a care home· Mark’s incredible work ethic which is one of his key attributes -- “I have never met anyone that I couldn’t outwork”2020-03-2432 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“If we want to be inclusive, we need to make people feel included”: Mirko Senatore - Global Supply Chain Lead - European Distributor Markets at PfizerMirko SenatoreLeila is joined by Mirko Senatore, Global Supply Chain Lead - European Distributor Markets at Pfizer.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Mirko’s career journey in supply chain to date, which has now taken him to the point of managing supply chain operations across 42 countries in EMEA· His wide range of international experience, which has taken him from Italy, and from living in his relatively small hometown of around 160,000 people to international “melting pots” such as Brussels and London· The benefits of langua...2020-03-1742 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Don’t be afraid to be different, have the courage of your convictions”: Joanne Carlin - Human Resources Director at Fresenius Kabi UKJoanne Carlin Leila is joined by Joanne Carlin, Human Resources Director at Fresenius Kabi UK.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· The ever-increasing importance of employee engagement· How Joanne fell into the people function by chance, but grew to appreciate its all-encompassing nature in terms of other functions· Joanne’s passion for D&I: “If you have an inclusive environment, then it becomes naturally diverse”· The key role that leadership and management development can play in building company strategy long-term RESOURCES...2020-03-1029 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“You can’t give up, you have a dream and you have to follow it through”: Dr. Nyla Raja - Founder and Medical Director of Medispa CheshireDr. Nyla RajaLeila is joined by Dr. Nyla Raja, Founder and Medical Director of Medispa Cheshire.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Nyla came to find herself in the medical profession, having been inspired to become a doctor by the tragic death of her younger sister in a car accident· How she has been inspired by multiple generations of women, from those behind the Suffragette movement to the modern day business leader Karen Brady· The improvements in gender diversity representation tha...2020-03-0326 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“If you believe in something very passionately, do not give up on yourself”: Tasneem Bhopalwala - Global Diversity and Inclusion Specialist at Oxford University PressTasneem Bhopalwala Leila is joined by Tasneem Bhopalwala, Global Diversity and Inclusion Specialist at Oxford University Press.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Tasneem’s career evolved from a wider range of management types to specializing in HR, and from her beginnings in the “entertainment hub” of Bombay in India to working in the UK· Her inspiring story so far, having continued working as a mother part-time as well as funding her university education herself· Tasneem’s keen belief that D&I should not just be...2020-02-2539 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Diversity is more about difference. Inclusion is being able to use all of the benefits that diversity can bring”: Michael Hickman - Positive Action Manager and Detective Constable at Surrey PoliceMichael HickmanLeila is joined by Michael Hickman, Positive Action Manager and Detective Constable at Surrey Police.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· The journey that led Mike to his current role in the police force, from his beginnings working in security for a theme park company to then progressing through the ranks at Surrey Police· Mike’s unique cultural and ethnic background as a half-Chinese and half-Japanese individual who was born in Hong Kong and has been living in the UK for a number of year...2020-02-1829 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“You want to be told when you are younger that these dreams could come to fruition”: Clive Myrie, news journalist and presenterClive MyrieLeila is joined by Clive Myrie, news journalist and presenter.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· What Clive openly acknowledges as a very happy and lucky childhood, during which he attended a grammar school in Bolton after his parents emigrated to the UK from Jamaica· How Clive moved from studying law at university to a career in journalism· The ongoing lack of black front-line TV presenters and correspondents in the UK, and how essential it is to improve this level of representation2020-02-1137 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Somebody who’s had a mental health challenge is probably a better human being”: Geoff McDonald - Co-Founder at Minds@Work and professional keynote speakerGeoff McDonaldLeila is joined by Geoff McDonald – Co-Founder at Minds@Work, professional keynote speaker and ex-Global VP HR at Unilever.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Geoff’s career journey to date, from starting as a teacher in South Africa to rising through the ranks at Unilever· How a panic attack episode led Geoff to become diagnosed with anxiety fueled depression· How the resulting outpouring of love he received kept him motivated through the darker moments of his recovery· The thre...2020-02-0427 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“There are quite a few corporates now that proactively say we want a diverse board”: Clare Urmston - Chief Financial Officer at Mamas & PapasClare Urmston Leila is joined by Clare Urmston - Chief Financial Officer at Mamas & Papas.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Clare’s career to date, from her beginnings as an accountant in audit at KPMG to then progressing her career in industry finance through various roles at companies such as Northern Foods, Wilko and Mamas & Papas· How an interest in numbers and problem-solving led her to considering a career in finance more seriously· Clare’s own experiences of the l...2020-01-2821 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Listen to the body because the body is a very powerful teacher”: Joseph McGuire - Owner at Clearsight CommunicationsJoseph McGuireLeila is joined by Joseph McGuire – Owner at Clearsight Communications.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· What led to Joseph becoming a specialist in face reading (which is based on the ancient Chinese tradition of Mien Shiang)· How he bridged the gap between therapy techniques based on facial reading and behavioural/family influences· What led Joseph to move from doing mostly personal therapy work to applying his approach in more consultative work with businesses (interviews, negotiation and team training)RES...2020-01-2133 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Absolutely never think that you have to give up, there is always another door”: Lianna Brinded - Head Of Yahoo Finance UKLianna BrindedLeila is joined by Lianna Brinded - Head Of Yahoo Finance UK.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· The recent launch of Lianna’s ‘Global Change Agents’ programme, where she has been interviewing leaders of her choosing, from CEOs to Heads of D&I· Lianna’s mixed cultural background (she is half-Malaysian/Chinese on her mother’s side) and the time she spent abroad during her childhood· The importance of not following a set viewprint as a leader and instead taking great tips and usin...2020-01-1435 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“It’s never too late to find your voice”: Madeleine Black - International speaker, TEDx Speaker, author and psychotherapistMadeleine BlackLeila is joined by Madeleine Black - International speaker, TEDx Speaker, author and psychotherapist.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Madeleine has transitioned from being a career psychotherapist to focusing on public speaking· The challenges of Madeleine’s TEDx talk, where Madeleine publicly forgave the men who had gang raped her at the age of 13· How Madeleine used this TEDx talk to reclaim her power, shatter any lingering shame and the stigma behind sexual violence· “It’s important to realise it...2020-01-0724 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"Whatever job I’ve had, I’ve wanted to learn something more about something new”: Leann Hearne - Group CEO at First ArkLeann HearneLeila is joined by Leann Hearne – Group CEO at First Ark.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Leann worked her way up from first being a PA to eventually becoming an MD in the manufacturing sector· Leann’s sudden career change, when she was inspired to move over to non-profit housing sector after having held several NED roles in this space· How Leann became not only the youngest person on the board when she made it to MD level, but also the onl...2019-12-1733 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"Actively seek out the broadest range of opinions and thoughts, no matter who they come from”: Alice Choi – Chief Operating Officer at McCann HealthAlice ChoiLeila is joined by Alice Choi – Chief Operating Officer/Executive Director – Scientific Council at McCann Health, member of Northern Power Women’s Top 50 Power List and one of the Top 25 Women Leaders in UK Healthcare 2019 Pharmaceutical Market Europe (PME).IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Alice’s career story so far, from academic beginnings in pharmacology and public health before entering the world of medical communications· Her extracurricular projects outside of work such as her current involvement with Cancer Research UK’s ‘Women in Influence’ prog...2019-12-1031 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"If you’re going to communicate with anybody, make sure you have a good story to tell”: Ewan Pearson – Managing Director at Grant Pearson Brown Consulting LtdEwan PearsonLeila is joined by Ewan Pearson – Managing Director at Grant Pearson Brown Consulting Ltd and Executive Chairman at Cambridge University Boat Club (CUBC).IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Ewan’s extremely diverse career story to date, having had numerous professions as a medical doctor, school teacher, investment banker, stockbroker and latterly a professional adviser in communications (both spoken and written)· How Ewan’s longest career path so far has been in communications despite English not being one of his strongest areas academically· The...2019-12-0337 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"When someone bullies you, it’s because they see something in you that you haven’t seen in yourself”: Janice Lao – Group Director Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability at the Hongkong and Shanghai HotelsJanice LaoLeila is joined by Janice Lao – Group Director Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability at the Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, 2009 Sustainability Leader of the Year award winner.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Janice’s upbringing differed from the traditionally conservative and withdrawn nature of Chinese culture· How Janice’s upbringing prepared her for British culture when she was studying here· Janice’s efforts to educate her children on ‘unconscious bias’· “As long as you have a brain, you have a bias”: how unspoke...2019-11-2648 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"I always build things up for others”: Frauke Behrens – Yoga InstructorFrauke BehrensLeila is joined by Frauke Behrens – Yoga Instructor.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Frauke left her former career behind in order to become a professional yoga teacher in order to do something for herself· Frauke’s recovery from severe illness, which led her to change her approach life completely· Frauke’s use of “servant leadership” to help both her yoga students and her former employees· The importance of chakras, which are the body’s equivalent to “p...2019-11-1935 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global"We are all human beings, we have to treat people equally and fairly": Dianne Greyson - Managing Partner at Synergised Solutions and Director at Equilibrium Mediation ConsultingDianne GreysonLeila is joined by Dianne Greyson - Managing Partner at Synergised Solutions, Director at Equilibrium Mediation Consulting and author.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· A ‘transformation bias’ product that Dianne has recently co-created, which is designed to tackle inherent bias· The recent release of Dianne’s book, Business Culture Review, where she analyses how companies treat employees, etc.· The importance of engaging with employees as fellow human beings and not just “resources” in order to understand their issues properly RESOURCES & INFORMATION ME...2019-11-1236 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“It is about understanding other people and not just making those judgments”: Susan Robson - Principal Consultant at National Grid, Chair of Women in National Grid (WING), Financial Times & HERoes #1 Future Leader for Champions of Women in Business 2018Susan RobsonLeila is joined by Susan Robson - Principal Consultant at National Grid, Chair of Women in National Grid (WING), Financial Times & HERoes #1 Future Leader for Champions of Women in Business 2018.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Sue’s work as part of Women in National Grid (WING), ranging from face to face training and mentoring for women in the business to supporting the development of an intersectional and more inclusive culture· How “saying yes to things” and being open to opportunities has led to h...2019-11-0532 min