Let's Talk Leadership Podcast

Engineering Leadership in Motion: Growth, Change & Building Teams That Thrive

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:47:49 GMT

In this episode, we sit down with Anna Varosyan to explore her dynamic leadership journey through the world of engineering. Anna shares how she navigated shifts between individual contributor and leadership roles, what it’s been like stepping into her new position as Deputy CTO, and how she approaches change with a focus on people and growth. From building teams people are proud to be part of to overcoming the challenges of maintaining high performance, Anna opens up about the lessons she’s learned along the way—and the advice she’d give her younger self.

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Leading Through Change: AI, Culture, Burnout & Cognitive Balance.

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 11:01:16 GMT

In this episode, we explore Emily’s fascinating career journey from client side roles to consultancy. We dive into her passion for team topologies, the practical integration of AI in daily workflows, and the future of platform engineering and DevOps. Emily also shares valuable insights on managing cognitive load, preventing burnout, and balancing personal growth with the demands of a working life. We hope you find the talk valuable and get some useful take aways.

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Leading the Charge: Revolutionising Women’s Health and Tackling Misdiagnosis with Dual Startups Nexus and Sarvas.

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 10:41:27 GMT

In this episode of Let’s Talk Leadership, we sit down with Clare Simpson Co-Founder of Nexus and Sarvas Health, to explore her bold journey leading two pioneering healthtech startups. Clare shares what motivated her to tackle two of healthcare’s biggest challenges—closing the gaps in women’s health and addressing chronic disease misdiagnosis with AI-powered solutions.

We dive into the realities of startup life, from the highs of innovation to the tough leadership moments that come with building teams from the ground up. Clare opens up about the fundraising landscape, the unique hurdles female founders face, and how she’s creating inclusive, mission-driven cultures at both companies.

Whether you’re passionate about healthtech, women’s health, or the future of AI in healthcare, this conversation is full of inspiring insights and leadership lessons from a founder on a mission to drive real change.

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From Marketing to Health & Sports Tech Start Up!

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Let’s Talk Leadership, we sit down with Joly Zou, Co-Founder & CEO of Prorizon, to explore her entrepreneurial journey and the leadership lessons she’s learned along the way. Joly shares what inspired her to transition from a career in marketing to building a startup focused on sports & youth mental well-being.

We dive into the challenges of fundraising, establishing credibility as a young founder, and how technology can be a force for good. She also offers insights on marketing strategy, brand building, and empowering the next generation to thrive under pressure.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a leader in tech, or passionate about mental health, this conversation is packed with valuable takeaways.

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Bold Moves & Courageous Transitions: Taking the Leap from Career Shift to Coaching

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 11:06:50 GMT

In this episode, we dive into Bianca’s inspiring journey, exploring her bold career shift from a well-established path to founding her own coaching business. Bianca shares the motivation and challenges behind this leap, providing insights into the courage it took to embrace change and build a new path. We’ll discuss her approach to leadership and personal growth, shaped by her experiences as both a coach and an entrepreneur, and delve into her commitment to authenticity, vulnerability, and resilience.

Through this conversation, Bianca offers valuable lessons and strategies for aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders navigating major career transitions. We’ll also cover practical advice for those building new businesses, cultivating meaningful company culture, and prioritizing inclusivity and employee wellbeing.

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Turning Setbacks into Success: A Leadership Journey from India to the UK

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 09:52:22 GMT

In this episode of "Let’s Talk Leadership," we sit down with the inspiring Minoti Parikh, Founder of TPL Experiences, to explore her incredible journey from India to the UK and the leadership lessons she’s gained along the way.

Minoti opens up about the challenges she faced, from overcoming rejection to building a new life in a different country, and shares how resilience, networking, and a strong sense of community helped shape her personal and professional success.

We delve into:

The importance of perseverance when facing setbacks
How networking and giving back can pave the way for growth and belonging
Overcoming imposter syndrome and maintaining a work-life balance
Her top leadership traits and career advice for aspiring leaders

Whether you’re navigating your own leadership path, moving to a new environment, or simply seeking inspiration to thrive, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and heartfelt stories.

🎧 Tune in for a candid and thought-provoking conversation with a leader who proves that setbacks can indeed be turned into successes!

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The Power of Quality Interactions: A Conversation with Rux Dariescu

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 06:20:20 GMT

In this episode of "Let's Talk Leadership," we dive deep into the critical role of quality interactions within business settings. Rux Dariescu, an experienced coach and expert in leadership development, shares her journey and insights on how meaningful and effective communication can transform organisational success.

We explore the definition of a "quality interaction," discuss the impact of remote and hybrid work environments, and uncover actionable steps that leaders can take to enhance the way their teams communicate and collaborate. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this conversation offers valuable takeaways on fostering a culture of high-quality interactions that drive business results.

Tune in for an engaging and insightful conversation full of practical advice and inspiring stories from a respcted leader and coach in the tech industry!

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Navigating Growth: Leadership lessons from Peyman Pouryekta

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:41:51 GMT

In this episode of Let’s Talk Leadership, we sit down with Peyman Pouryekta, Founder & Managing Director of a dynamic advisory business offering IT strategy, talent strategy, product management, brand management, and much more. Join us as Peyman shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a prominent leader in the tech industry.

Throughout the conversation, Peyman delves into his experiences as a CTO and MD, the challenges he's faced in scaling businesses while maintaining company culture, and how he’s successfully integrated diversity and inclusivity into his leadership style. We also explore his valuable insights for aspiring leaders, including overcoming imposter syndrome, managing rapid growth, and fostering a thriving company culture.

Tune in for an engaging and insightful conversation full of practical advice and inspiring stories from a respected leader in tech!

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Rising from the Ground Up: Brittney Harrell on Leadership; DE&I, and navigating the Tech Industry.

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:28:58 GMT

In this episode of Let’s Talk Leadership, we sit down with Brittney Harrell, Head of Information Security and a passionate DE&I advocate at Nabla, a leading AI company focused on enhancing healthcare by reducing practitioner stress. Join us as Brittney shares her inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a prominent leader in the tech industry.

Throughout the conversation, Brittney delves into her experiences as an LGBTQ+ leader, the challenges she's faced, and how she’s successfully integrated Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) into her leadership style and company culture. We also explore her valuable insights for aspiring leaders from underrepresented groups, as well as key trends in cybersecurity that all professionals should be aware of.

Tune in for an engaging and insightful conversation full of practical advice and inspiring stories!

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Revolutionising the Workplace with AI & Automation

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 07:00:08 GMT

In this fascinating episode we explore the impact that AI and automation is having on businesses right now.

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Facing Imposter Syndrome: Real Stories, Real Solutions

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 14:07:12 GMT

We speak to the amazing Becky Nicholson, who is a Delivery Director at NEC Software Solutions.

With a career spanning across various sectors including telecoms, financial services, gambling and higher education; Becky brings a wealth of experience in management and leadership to the table. Known for her authenticity, pragmatism and transparency, Becky is a problem solver who thrives in both private and public sector environments.

In this episode, we discuss imposter syndrome. This is something that both Becky and Sandra have experienced during their careers, along with many other leaders in the tech industry.

If you're interested in being a guest on our podcast, connect with the host Sandra on LinkedIn here.

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Navigating Start-Up Challenges & Funding Trends

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 10:37:31 GMT

In this installment, we're thrilled to have Paul Hallett, CEO and Co-founder of Vet-AI, join us for an insightful conversation.

Paul, a seasoned leader in the tech industry, brings a wealth of experience and innovation to the table. As a driving force behind Vet-AI, he's at the forefront of tackling challenges in the veterinary space, addressing issues like rising inflation in pet care costs and making veterinary services more accessible through their revolutionary app, Joii.

In this episode, we dive into the strategies and insights that have propelled Vet-AI to the forefront of the industry, discussing their mission to make veterinary care more affordable and convenient for pet owners. Our host, Sandra, and Paul talk specifics about challenges in start-up leadership, opportunities for growth and how to pitch for funding.

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Reducing Employee Attrition, Remote Work & Motivating Your Team to Innovate

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 06:00:21 GMT

Martin Sabag, VP of Product Management at CurveTech.AI, returns to the podcast!

Martin is a seasoned product management leader with over a decade of experience, driving innovation and user-centric solutions at CurveTech.AI, where he specialises in reducing contact center employee attrition through AI and data insights.

As a thought leader in product strategy, team management and market analysis; it was fascinating to here is insight on the modern tech industry.

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, connect with our host Sandra on LinkedIn here.

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Decoding Hybrid: The Impact on Culture, Collaboration & Innovation

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 06:00:37 GMT

We're joined by Dan Whiteley, Chief Technology Officer of Bede Gaming.

Dan is a seasoned technology leader with a rich background in driving innovation, shaping strategy and delivering digital transformation. He joins us for a discussion about the hybrid model.

Remote and hybrid work arrangements are incredibly popular in the tech industry. They've almost become an expectation. However, with this model, there are concerns about the impact on culture, collaboration and innovation.

We speak to Dan about his experiences and what he sees as the future for tech workplaces.

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The Ultimate Guide to Start-Up Leadership with "The Tinder of Student Housing"

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 17:16:43 GMT

"The Tinder of Student Housing"...

That's how users and PropTech thought leaders are describing Housr right now!

They're ripping-up the rulebook when it comes to property.

Having secured over £1.2 million in funding and now expanding into the US, we wanted to find out what makes this start-up so special.

In this episode, Sandra speaks to Harry Panter, CEO and co-founder of this exciting start-up.

At 23 years old, Harry has already achieved so much and has a really exciting future.

Listen to the conversation for advise about

Building relationships for funding rounds
Creating strong support networks
Hiring based on attitude
Embracing stress and equipping yourself to prevent it

Feel free to connect with our host Sandra on LinkedIn here and speak to her about the episode.

If you'd like to speak about being a future guest, please email our editor Dan at dan.wilkinson@transition-partners.co.uk.

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The Impact of Getting to the C-Suite Early in Your Career

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 06:00:37 GMT

We're joined by Brad Richards, Chief Product Officer at LOVOO, who shares a very honest reflection on his leadership journey.

Join us for a chat about burnout, imposter syndrome and transitioning into the the c-suite.

If you'd like to speak to us about the episode or being a future guest, email our editor Dan at dan.wilkinson@transition-partners.co.uk.

And feel free to connect with our host Sandra on LinkedIn here, she's up for a chat any time.

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Leadership During an Acquisition That Was Completed in Just 4 Weeks

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 12:12:41 GMT

We're joined by Mark Joyce, CTO Transformation Advisor at Purple Bricks, who shares his remarkable journey of leadership during the acquisition of Purple Bricks.

Join us for a thoughtful and sensitive discussion on leadership, resilience and adaptability.

If you'd like to speak to us about the episode or being a future guest, email our editor Dan at dan.wilkinson@transition-partners.co.uk.

And feel free to connect with our host Sandra on LinkedIn here, she's up for a chat any time.

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Live @Leeds Digital Festival - Adapting to HR & TA Challenges in 2023

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 14:59:44 GMT

ft. Orlagh Hunt, Yasmin De Nardo & Mark Botham

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Live @Leeds Digital Festival - Leading Change: Debugging DEI in Tech

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 10:13:06 GMT

At TP we recently a Leeds Digital Festival event!

Our four amazing guest speakers were able to shake-up the conversation around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), addressing the topics often left unsaid in the workplace - such as menopause, miscarriage, neurodiversity, ex-offenders and more.

Quick apologies for the background noise / audio quality, but the crowd interaction was just too good to leave out!

If you'd like to speak to us about the episode or being a future guest, email our editor Dan at dan.wilkinson@transition-partners.co.uk.

And fell free to connect with our host Sandra on LinkedIn here, she's up for a chat any time.

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The Importance of Being People-Centric & Values-Led as a Leader

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 06:00:16 GMT

We chat with Mo Anoshehpour, the Head of Software Development at Lhasa.

Mo shares his journey from starting as a developer to becoming head of the software development team. He discusses the importance of developing your skills and being people-centric, as well as how the company's values have impacted his own leadership style.

Mo also shares some of the challenges he's faced as a leader.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who is interested in leadership, software development or working at a values-driven company.

If you'd like to speak to us about the episode or being a future guest, email Sandra at sandra.patelstewart@transition-partners.co.uk.

Feel free to connect with Sandra on LinkedIn here.

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Breaking Through the "Tech for Good" Noise

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 06:00:00 GMT

We chat to Tom Lawson, who is the CEO of Opencast; a fast-growing tech consultancy on their way to becoming B-Corp certified.

Tom tells us about the company's journey to becoming a 'Tech for Good' business and how this has impacted his leadership. He also talks to us about their B-Corp application and why the business is now considered a leading employer when it comes to DEI - having won multiple awards.

If you'd like to speak to us about the episode or being a future guest, email Sandra at sandra.patelstewart@transition-partners.co.uk.

Feel free to connect with Sandra on Linkedn here.

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Holger Hammel, VP of Software Engineering at Aiven

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 08:00:14 GMT

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The Value of Having Empathy for Your CEO, Dealing with Imposter Syndrome & Creating an Environment for People to Grow.

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 07:05:05 GMT

This is an incredibly insightful episode.

Our guest, Emmi Meurling, is not only the Chief Product Officer at Wunderflats, but has also held numerous senior positions at German tech giants like DeliveryHero and Care.com.

We knew she’d have so much leadership advice to share (at time which has been challenging for us all in the tech space).

She spoke to Sandra about a number of topics. She shared advice about combating imposter syndrome as a female leader, talked about important considerations when looking to take your next step in tech leadership and provided top tips for leading your team.

If you'd like to speak to us about the episode or being a future guest, email Sandra at sandra.patelstewart@transition-partners.co.uk.

Feel free to connect with Sandra on Linkedn here.

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Claus Hofele, Director of Engineering at On

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 08:42:35 GMT

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Anthony Mayer, VP of Engineering at GetSafe

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 09:00:50 GMT

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Matthias Laug, CTO and Co-Founder at Tier Mobility

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 09:00:41 GMT

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Sally Nicholson, Senior Director at TransUnion

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 09:00:08 GMT

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Daniel Trumpp, CTO at AL-KO Gardentech

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 09:00:00 GMT

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Abdo Wahba, Chief Product Officer at Offerista Group

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 08:00:00 GMT

On the latest episode of the Let’s Talk Leadership: the Culture Edit, host Sandra Patel is joined by Abdo Wahba, Chief Product Officer at Offerista Group GmbH. With a track record of leading cross-functional teams, Abdo is known for strategic decision-making and transformative leadership, driving product innovation and growth in the competitive digital marketing space. The pair discuss the influence their experiences have had on their approaches to leadership, team building and encouraging career development.

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Anthony Mayer, VP of Engineering at Getsafe

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of the Let’s Talk Leadership: the Culture Edit podcast, host Sandra Patel is joined by Anthony Mayer, VP of Engineering at Getsafe! Anthony shares how the culture at Getsafe has evolved over the years and discusses the challenges faced in cultivating such culture. He also gives valuable advice on topics including maintaining motivation, team building, career development and leadership!

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Rachel Swann, CEO at UMA

Wed, 31 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of the Let’s Talk Leadership: the Culture Edit podcast, host Sandra Patel is joined by Rachel Swann, CEO of UMA. Rachel discusses her leadership style and core values, and how she reflects those in the business. Sandra and Rachel also touch upon wellbeing, as they share their thoughts on imposter syndrome and their approach to establishing and encouraging a healthy work-life balance.

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Svetlana Tarnagurskaja, CEO & Co-founder & Tom Dibble-Burge, Sales Director and Co-Founder at The Dot Collective

Tue, 23 May 2023 09:00:00 GMT

On the latest episode of the Let’s Talk Leadership: The Culture edit podcast, host Sandra Patel was lucky enough to have two amazing guests, Svetlana Tarnagurskaja, CEO & Co-Founder & Tom Dibble-Burge, Sales Director & Co-Founder of The Dot Collective! Both Svet & Tom discuss how they have maintained company culture through rapid growth, the impact of D&I on the company’s culture as well as important lessons round moving into leadership.

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Phillip White, Managing Director at Audacia

Tue, 09 May 2023 09:00:00 GMT

On the latest episode of the Let’s Talk Leadership: The Culture edit podcast, host Sandra Patel is joined by Philip White, Managing Director of Audacia. Phil discusses what he looks for when hiring leaders, his approach to managing people and how that has evolved over the years. We also talk about when do confident leaders become arrogant leaders and how the tech industry is constantly evolving whilst discussing the biggest change coming to our industry. Phil is highly connected in the community and is a great thought leader within the consultancy world!

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Greg Ryzhov, CTO at Clue

Tue, 02 May 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Let's Talk Leadership: The Culture edit reloaded, host Sandra Patel, is joined by Greg Ryzhov, CTO at Clue. Greg shared his journey into leadership, discussed Clue's evolving culture, and highlighted the importance of diversity and inclusivity.

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Let's Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Kathryn Blight, Chief Operating Officer at Qrious

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 11:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of the Let's Talk Leadership: The Culture edit podcast, host Sandra Patel is joined by Kathryn Blight, Chief Operating Officer and D&I advocate at Qrious. Kathryn discusses the re-branding of Qrious in 2020 during the first covid lockdown and the importance of diversity and inclusion within tech teams; Kathryn looks back at her journey within tech, sharing how she has combatted gender bias and mentoring women from disadvantaged backgrounds and driving a positive change for the community.

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Let's Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Eyal Matzkel, Senior Director of Engineering at AVIV Group

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 16:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of the Let's Talk Leadership: The Culture edit podcast, Founder and CEO, Sandra Patel is joined by Eyal Matzkel, Senior Director of Engineering at AVIV Group. Discussing leadership principles and a leader's evolving role, Eyal delves deep into building teams through rapid growth, career development and hierarchy. Whilst also spotlighting on how inclusive and diverse teams drive innovation.

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Let's Talk Leadership The Culture Edit - Nikolay Nikolayev, Head Of Engineering at Scalable Capital

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Let's Talk Leadership: The Culture edit reloaded, host Sandra Patel, is joined by seasoned leader Nikolay Niolayev, Head of Engineering at Scalable Capital. Nikolay discusses his leadership journey, present leadership and maintaining a positive and thriving culture whilst managing multiple of on-shore and off-shore teams.

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit Reloaded - Tracy Monday, Global Solutions Executive at Verizon

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 12:00:00 GMT

In the episode, host Sandra is joined by seasoned leader and women in tech Tracy Monday, Global Solutions Executive at Verizon UK. Tracy digs deep and shares her own insight into how we can influence and inspire the next female generational leaders, how she has combated imposter syndrome and what advice she would give to her younger self.

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Lets Talk Leadership The Culture Edit: Live - Sat Man, People & Operations at Axiologik, Liz Whitefield, Director at Hippo Digital and Sarat Pediredla, CEO & Co-founder of Hedgehog Lab.

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 16:00:00 GMT

In our latest Let’s Talk Leadership Live podcast event on the 20th of October, we brought together three influential leaders together to discuss tackling the widening digital talent gap, inspiring the next generational tech leaders and employee empowerment.

Featuring a live audience, our host, Managing Director Elly Nettleton, was joined by Sat Man, People & Operations at Axiologik, Liz Whitefield, Director at Hippo Digital and Sarat Pediredla, CEO & Co-founder of Hedgehog Lab.

Together they reflect on their personal narratives into the tech industry and how fellow leaders can encourage more people to build in-demand skills and take that leap into an innovative industry.

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Simon Munch-Anderson, CTO at Ultimate

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Elly Nettleton, Managing Director, is joined by Simon Munch-Anderson, CTO and Co-Founder of Ultimate.

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Let's Talk Leadership Live: The Culture Edit - Furqan Alamgir, CEO and Founder of Connexin, Mike O'Brien, Co-chair and Founder of Opencast Software, Natasha Sayce-Zelem, Global Head of Engineering at Amazon and Paul Trotter, Deputy CTO at Atom bank.

Mon, 23 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this remarkable live episode of Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit, our hosts Sandra Patel Stewart and Elly Nettleton are joined by 4 pioneering leaders; Furqan Alamgir, CEO and Founder of Connexin, Mike O'Brien, Co-chair and Founder of Opencast Software, Natasha Sayce-Zelem, Global Head of Engineering at Amazon and Paul Trotter, Deputy CTO at Atom bank and a live engaged audience.

Discussing how they have cultivated an authentic, positive culture where tech teams can thrive, these four influential leaders are put on the hot seat, revealing their challenges, testing points, career development, leadership journey and core leadership principles.

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Camilla Lichti, VP of Product at Lendis

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this episode, our host's Sandra Patel Stewart, CEO of Transition Partners, and Elly Nettleton, Managing Director, are joined by VP of Product at Lendis Camilla Lichti.

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Lets Talk Leadership Live: The Culture Edit in collaboration with Scott Logic

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT

Our Let's Talk Leadership Live: The Culture Edit is back!
Our hosts, Sandra Patel-Stewart and Elly Nettleton, were joined by a diverse leadership panel and a live audience to discuss how they have embedded a positive culture for successful scrum teams. In collaboration with our fellow northerners Scott Logic, this discussion focuses on an array of thought-provoking leadership insights, from nurturing imposter syndrome to cultivating a culture of transparency and empathy.

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Lets Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Allan Alford, CISO/CTO at TrustMAPP

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this episode, our host's Sandra Patel Stewart, CEO of Transition Partners, and Elly Nettleton, Managing Director, are joined by CISO/CTO at TrustMAPP and The Tech Cyber Ranch podcaster Allan Alford.

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Lets Talk Leadership:The Culture Edit - Nathan Wenzler, Tenable

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 17:00:00 GMT

In this episode, our host's Sandra Patel Stewart, CEO of Transition Partners, and Elly Nettleton, Managing Director, are joined by Chief Security Strategist at Tenable and tech enthusiast Nathan Wenzler.

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Let's Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit - Zandra Moore

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 13:00:00 GMT

In this episode, our host's Sandra Patel Stewart, CEO of Transition Partners, and Elly Nettleton, Managing Director, are joined by Panintelligences CEO and inspirational female leader, Zandra Moore.

Zandra reflects on the positive, solid organisational culture she has embedded and even reveals some of her leadership tips!

Get in touch today if you want to be a guest on our 'Let's Talk Leadership: The Culture Edit' podcast!

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Elly & Sandra discover what it is like to work at Scott Logic!

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 11:00:00 GMT

In this episode, our host's Sandra Patel Stewart, CEO of Transition Partners, and Elly Nettleton, Managing Director, are joined by Scott Logics Innovation Director Ian Dodds and Mari McMahon, Lead Test Engineer to discuss the empowering and authentic culture Scott Logic embody.

With viewpoints from a long-standing member of the business compared to one who was onboarded three months ago, Ian and Mari take a deep dive into; learning and development, leadership styles, diversity, inclusion, and well-being.

If you are interested in opportunities at Scott Logic and would like to learn more about their organisational culture, please get in touch with Carragan Moore at carragan.moore@transition-partners.co.uk.

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Vivi Cahyadi Himmel - CEO of AltoVita - Let's Talk Leadership

Sun, 02 May 2021 23:00:00 GMT

On this week’s episode of ‘Let’s Talk Leadership’, Sandra is joined by Vivi Cahyadi Himmel, CEO of AltoVita and one of the Top 100 Tech Asian Stars in 2020. AltoVita is an end-to-end solution for modern travelers, making sure customers can maintain their healthy, active lifestyle while abroad.

AltoVita has absolutely flourished during the pandemic, almost tripling in size. Vivi has some great advice for the budding entrepreneur and shares her journey which has taken her across Australia, the USA, Hong Kong and now London.

Vivi shared lots of great insights into her leadership skills and how being an open and caring leader has worked really well for her, she is very keen on listening and filtering that down from top and taking everyone on her journey. Sandra and Vivi chat about how hiring into small companies means you really have to sell it to the employees and drive the business dream forward. Leadership is not always smooth sailing and you have to be able to act quickly and respond to that, so it is key to have a robust hiring process.

Vivi says she has found it a challenge that as the business grows, she needs champions for each department so the business doesn’t bottleneck, with her being the decision-maker. She recommends that leaders show that they genuinely care and want to learn a little bit of what everyone is doing, and gain some understanding. This is a really inspiring listen, please let us know what you think!

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Charaka Goonatilak - CTO at Panaseer - Let's Talk Leadership

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 20:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Let's Talk Leadership' podcast, Elly is joined by Charaka Goonatilake, CTO at Panaseer. Charaka studied computer science, spent time in academia, and then moved into software development. His exciting time working with cybersecurity led him and his co-founders to start Panaseer. Starting as a team of 4 with @Mike MacIntyre, @Sophie Harrison and @Nik Whitfield in Nik’s basement, 6 years later Panaseer employs 60 people across UK and USA.

Charaka loves the evolution and challenge that comes with working in a start-up. No two days are the same and he is fully motivated by the challenge and stretching himself and his teams. He shares some advice for moving into the commercial world: be ready for a learning curve and think about the impact of what you are doing but remember you have transferable skills!

He has some really interesting insights about attracting the right people to work for him and Panaseer have done loads of work on their hiring process as the first impression of a start-up is so important. The company is really big on investing in the team, growing their capacity and capabilities, and ensuring their teams can bring their whole and best self to work.

Elly and Charaka also chat about managing stress and pressure. Especially, how vital it is that you look after yourself, understand you’ll never be able to do everything, and the ability to delegate. Charaka and his team went on a 3-day retreat to practice being aware of your thoughts and feelings, and the power of perspective on your mindset. This is a really interesting and inspiring listen, we hope you enjoy it!

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Jeff Glasson - Vice-President of Engineering at Contentful - Let's Talk Leadership

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 21:00:00 GMT

This week on Let's Talk Leadership, Elly is joined by Jeff Glasson, Vice President of Engineering at Contentful. From spending a lot of his career in California, Jeff moved to Berlin and joined Contentful in 2019. His CV boasts some major players such as Apple, VMware, Cloudera, and NeXT, in both software engineering and leadership roles. In this pod he shares his journey from working with some major companies (he doesn’t have Steve Jobs as his most inspirational leader) to start-ups.

Passionate about coding, Jeff talks about pushing himself from his comfort zone and into management roles where he was driven by getting the best out of his teams.

Elly and Jeff chat about moving into leadership and how you find what works for you and the team, it’s a great listen and Jeff brings a wealth of knowledge! Let us know what you think!

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Kristina Walcker-Mayer - Chief Product Officer at Bitwala - Let's Talk Leadership

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 21:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Let's Talk Leadership' Podcast Elly is joined by Kristina Walcker-Mayer, Chief Product Officer at Bitwala who launched Europe's first blockchain banking solution!

Kristina is a fellow Podcaster who has enjoyed super successful career across several tech startups. Her focus on customer need and product delivery brings a new and refreshing point of view to FinTech.

Motivated by mixing the traditional and modern, Kristina talks about following her gut, her passion for travelling and building good habits into her daily routine.

She shares some brilliant book recommendations with Elly too: Radical Candor, How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean by Kim Scott; The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey; Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead by Nell Scovell and Sheryl Sandberg and To Have or to Be? by Erich Fromm.

Kristina has such an amazing energy and is full of positivity and drive! Since we recorded this podcast Kristina has also been promoted to CEO, which is a fantastic achievement! We’d love you to give it a listen and let us know what you think!

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Jamie Hinton - CEO at Razor - Let's Talk Leadership

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 19:00:00 GMT

This week on Let's Talk Leadership, Elly is joined by Jamie Hinton, Chief Executive Officer at Razor, and voted as One to Watch - LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders! In March Razor was listed as one of Europe's 1000 Fastest Growing Companies - a fantastic achievement!

Jamie studied Music Tech and used to be a sax player, he started his tech career at Technophobia where he was keen to "do cool stuff" with code, gentle encouragement and leap of faith with his Co-Founder Steve and Jamie's entrepreneurial journey began!

Elly gets the scoop on where Jamie and Razor are headed, about the skills and personality they prize in their hires, and how his belief that a mistake is another way of learning has shaped his career.

Jamie is big on trust and motivating people to achieve dreams by overcoming their fears and self-doubt. He is super keen to keep supporting budding technologists at a grass route level he is also a non-exec board member for The Developer Academy in Sheffield.

Elly and Jamie talk about a positive mindset for the future and how technology can enhance lives and business. We don’t think we’ve ever had such an energetic guest on the pod and his passion is so catching!

Have a listen and let us know what you think!

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Aayush Jain - CEO of Greendeck - Let's Talk Leadership

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 20:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Let's Talk Leadership' podcast Sandra is joined by Aayush Jain, Co-Founder and CEO at Greendeck and listed in the Top 100 Asian Stars in UK Tech 2020!

Aayush has set up his own business twice! With a background in Biology, Aayush was always interested in tech and passionate about software, building projects in college and he started his first business with some friends.

Aayush has a huge entrepreneurial spirit and has just launched a new tool (Cliff.ai) to monitor the metrics of a business, flagging anything out of the ordinary. Aayush’s energy for using tech to help businesses is fantastic and key to how he leads his teams!

Sandra and Aayush discuss bringing in the right people and Aayush really rates hiring young and getting people enthusiastic about the business mission. Here at TP we love developing people and helping them grow into their future role, so it was great to hear how Aayush and the Greendeck team do that too.

Aayush is also a really keen reader and recommended “Surely You're Joking Mr Feynman” and “The Hard Thing About Hard Things” as reads he turned to time and time again. It’s great to hear how Aayush has got to where he is now and we’re sure there are greater things to come! Have a listen and let us know what you think.

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Anwar Ahmed - Head of Technology and Innovation at Willis Towers Watson - Let's Talk Leadership

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 22:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Let's Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Anwar Ahmed, Head of Technology and Innovation at Willis Towers Watson and one of the Top 100 Asian Stars in UK Tech 2020.

For someone who confesses he used to be shy, Anwar's personality and drive is really catching!
His passion and thirst for learning and development is so clear, pushing himself out of his comfort zone to achieve some really exciting stuff!

Anwar is a huge advocate for Equality, Diversity & Inclusivity in tech. He talks honestly about the challenges he faced in childhood and how he strives to make a real difference with the next generation.
He's super passionate about bringing young people face to face with industries and opportunities they wouldn't usually have the opportunity to visualise, which we love!

Have a listen to this awesome episode and let us know what you think!

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Sam Perridge - Head of Consultancy at Scott Logic - Let's Talk Leadership

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 22:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Let's Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly are joined by Sam Perridge, Head of Consultancy at Scott Logic.

Having planned to have Sam on board for a while we were really excited to finally get this recorded and hear what Sam and the wider Scott Logic team are up to!

An early computer lover, Sam found his home in the north after a brief adventure running a pub. Moving back into tech and consultancy life, Sam progressed through Scott Logic getting involved in tonnes of exciting projects and developing as a leader.

Sam is a key supporter of the tech community and breaking down the tech stereotype, championing passionate innovators in the organisation, and sponsoring local groups like Agile North East. He talks about the unique cultures found in communities and how collaboration can bring amazing opportunities for the next gen.

Listen now to hear what Sam has to say on embedding culture, pandemic takeaways, and bringing tech to young people.

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Itai Aaronsohn - VP of Product Management at Aklamio - Let's Talk Leadership

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 21:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Let's Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Itai Aaronsohn, VP of Product Management at Aklamio.

Now based in the buzzing tech hub of Berlin and introduced to TP by our amazing Sarah, Itai has had a fascinating career journey across Israel, Switzerland and Germany.

It was really refreshing to hear Itai chat about a big, personal business failure and how he builds team culture with dog chats, cocktail making & cycling club!

Itai is a keen endurance athlete, completing Iron Man contests and his belief in being active and keeping his team well really spoke to us as something close to our hearts, tune in and let us know what you think!

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Caitlin Gould - Director at Bluefruit Software - Let's Talk Leadership

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 08:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode of the Let's Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Caitlin Gough, Director at Bluefruit Software.

Caitlin shares her story from California to Cornwall, being the only girl on a Graphic Design course at college, finding a support network online to start-ups, maternity leave, and redundancy.

This is one seriously passionate lady, who adds real value and nurtures the tech community!

Caitlin speaks with real passion about Diversity & Inclusion and introduces her work at TECgirls an initiative for igniting enthusiasm for technology, engineering, and creativity for young girls in Cornwall, something close to Elly’s heart after growing up in Cornwall.

This is a really exciting episode, covering so many topics that are super important to us here at TP, and it was a real pleasure to have Caitlin on the pod!

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Toby Smith-Firth - European IT Director at Masonite UK - Let's Talk Leadership

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 16:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Toby Smith-Firth who is European IT Director at Masonite UK.

Toby was in CIO 100 UK (2020) and has recently joined Masonite to shape their European IT Strategy. This episode is focused on the importance of technology and leadership, and how technology can achieve business outcomes and change people's lives.

Toby was recommended as a guest on the pod via on of his team at Betty & Taylor’s, he came highly praised because of his humble & compassionate leadership style.

Toby and our hosts discuss various leadership styles and techniques across different roles, teams and audiences. As companies change their working dynamic, Toby, Sandra and Elly discuss what employees want from their employers and how any learned experience can add to your skillset.

This is a really interesting episode highlighting transferable skills, the importance of delegating and techniques to de-stress.

Please have a listen and let us know your thoughts!

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Liam Cadd - Head of Digital Transformation at Sky - Let's Talk Leadership

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 17:00:00 GMT

This week on Let's Talk Leadership, Sandra and Elly are joined by Liam Cadd, Head of Digital Transformation at Sky.

Liam started his tech career in project management, where his passion and drive to solve problems was quickly recognized. He talks to Elly and Sandra about some of the amazing tech leaders he has worked with and been inspired by.

Liam gets honest with our hosts about mental health, working from home, and how to make sure focus doesn’t drift on a project. He talks about the balance of having the freedom to operate while being guided and the power of surrounding yourself with good leaders and role models.

Having been with Sky across a few different roles, Liam is keen to continue embedding diversity and inclusivity in his work and the Sky community. His go-getter personality really shines through as he talks about his passions, and even when sharing his biggest failures!

Tune in to hear more from Liam and let us know what you think!

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Felix Danczak - Chief Operating Officer - Zephr

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 10:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Felix Danczak who is Chief Operating Officer at Zephr.

Felix discusses taking key learning points from his varied career, his passion for communication and delivery, and the challenges of developing business during COVID-19.

Elly, Sandra and Felix also talk about growing and embedding company culture while teams work remotely, maintaining motivation and share thoughts on how leaders can support their teams further.

This is a fascinating episode, check it out and let us know your thoughts!

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Julia M. Profeta Johansson - Co-Founder and Co-CEO at Reimagine and Founder at Ella Impact - Lets Talk Leadership

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT

Julia gave us some solid advice on the latest Let’s Talk Leadership podcast 👇

1. Whatever your seniority level, OWN every project you’re tasked with
2. Always hire the BEST people
3. Don’t just delegate – be a DOER as well!

We had a thought-provoking chat about what it takes to build a great company – Julia’s an experienced founder and inspiring person to learn from. This episode is well worth a listen for anyone wanting to skyrocket their growth.

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Arunkumar Krishnakumar - Partner at Delphos International

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 14:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Arunkumar Krishnakumar who is a Partner at Delphos International, an Award-Winning Financial Advisory Firm, focusing on emerging markets.

Arun is a passionate tech investor with a keen interest in FinTech and Deep Technology Solutions. On this episode he speaks to us about his interesting journey with leadership, through a decade long career in investment, his focus on Mental Health within his teams along with his passion for content creation!

Arun is a keen podcast, blog writer and author with his first book, Quantum Computing and Blockchain in Business: Exploring the applications, challenges, and collision of quantum computing and blockchain available on Amazon right now : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Quantum-Computing-Blockchain-Business-applications/dp/1838647767 along with a second book JUST RELEASED, RestartUp – A Founders Guide to Crisis Navigation : https://amzn.to/2KBSVac

This is a superb episode, check it out and let us know your thoughts!

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Dmitry Muzhikov - Chief Product Officer at Alteos

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Dmitry Muzhikov who is Chief Product Officer at Alteos.
Dmitry is an experienced product leader in the start up industry. He has worked for some amazing companies and we couldn’t wait to find out more!

Dmitry explained through his adaptive leadership style and it was really interesting to find out more about his experiences and the impact they have had on his career.

Dmitry and our hosts also spoke about culture, attracting talent and his plans for the future!

Thanks for being a fantastic Dmitry, we’re sure our listeners will love this one.

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Ivan Peralta - VP of Engineering at TravelPerk.

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 17:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Ivan Peralta who is the VP of Engineering at TravelPerk.

Ivan has an impressive career, he’s transitioned throughout from Head of Product, Engineering roles and into the VP of Engineering role he is in today.
Ivan took our hosts through his career story and it was extremely interesting to hear everything he has been involved with.

Ivan spoke about imposter syndrome, motivating others and how to be a successful manager. It was great to hear Ivan’s approach to overcoming challenges and learn from his experiences.

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Christof Hellmis - Chief Product Officer at McMakler - Lets Talk Leadership

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Christof Hellmis who is the Chief Product Officer at McMakler.

Christof has over 20 years of experience in Technology management and product development. He has worked with well known companies such as Nokia, HERE Technologies, gate5 and now McMakler.

We were thrilled to have Christof on the show and find out about his story. It was fantastic to hear about his journey and also it was amazing to find out about McMakler and everything they are up to.

Christof told our hosts about his approach to motivating teams, the challenges he has had to face, and what he thinks the future of Tech looks like! It was great to have Christof on the show and we hope that our listeners enjoy this fantastic discussion!

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Ben Dale - CTO at PeoplePlus UK - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 08:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Ben Dale who is CTO at PeoplePlus UK.

PeoplePlus is a leading public service provider supporting hundreds of thousands of people each year. Their mission is to make a direct difference to the lives of one million people by 2022.

We were thrilled to have Ben on the podcast and we couldn’t wait to hear all about his incredible career journey so far! Ben spoke about his story and how he worked his way up to being CTO at such an amazing company.

From studying Graphic Design at University to pursuing his career in IT, it was fantastic to listen to Ben talk about his experiences.

Ben’s passion for people really stood out in this episode. His approach to leadership and willingness to learn is extremely motivating.

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Martin Dachselt - CEO at Bayes Esports Solutions - Lets Talk Leadership

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Martin Dachselt who is the CEO at Bayes Esports Solutions.

We were extremely excited to have Martin on the show. His career has seen him work for some amazing companies such as Smartfrog, DOJO Madness, Delivery Hero and now Bayes Esports Solutions.

Martin explained his fascinating career journey and the valuable lessons he has learned along the way. We loved hearing about his culture and leadership style.

Martin has experienced so much throughout his journey and we can’t wait for our listeners to learn from him.

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Chad Jennings - VP of Product & Design at AMBOSS - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Chad Jennings who is the VP of Product & Design at AMBOSS over in Berlin.

Chad has spent the last 20 years working in product management, design, content and research for multiple start-ups and Tech companies.

Chad explained all about his adventure into Tech and he has provided our listeners with a fantastic overview of his extremely interesting career!

Chad’s story is inspiring and his approach to leadership is extremely motivating. We know our listeners will learn so much from Chad.

We loved hearing about the valuable lessons Chad has learned throughout his career and how he has scaled up teams whilst working in some of the most competitive Tech markets in the world!

Chad gave us some fantastic leadership material recommendations… tune in to find out his favourites!

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Jen Mossop Scott - Director of Business Systems at TalkTalk - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 09:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Jen Mossop Scott who is the Director of Business Systems at TalkTalk.

We were so excited to have Jen on the show and hear all about her career journey so far! Jen started the episode off by telling us about her wonderful career story. Growing up in Canada, Jen is now based in Manchester, England and it was amazing to hear how she got here and the things that she has experienced along the way!

Throughout her career, Jen has been involved with some fantastic companies such as Accenture, Morrisons, and now TalkTalk. Jen is also a trustee at GreaterSport and it was fabulous to hear all about Jen’s involvement and what they are up to!

Throughout the podcast, Jen shared the valuable lessons she has learned throughout her experiences - we are sure that our listeners will learn so much from her!

Jen has an inspiring leadership style, her positivity and people orientated approach is commendable.

We cannot wait for our listeners to hear this one!

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Carsten Windler - Head of Development at KW-Commerce - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 08:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Carsten Windler who is the Head of Development at KW-Commerce.

Carsten has spent the past 15 years as an industry leader in software development for travel and tourism and e-commerce business’ across Berlin.

We were thrilled to have Carsten on the podcast and find all about his interesting story. Carsten took us on tour of his journey so far and it was fantastic to hear about how he has grown throughout his career and how he got to where he is now.

We learned all about how Carsten faces and overcomes challenges. Carsten opened up to our hosts about how working at C-level wasn’t right for him and offered some fantastic advice for our listeners who feel the same but still want to progress.

Carsten is a very honest and passionate leader and his enthusiasm to be the best he can be is very motivating!

Thank you for being such a fantastic guest Carsten, we learned so much from you!

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Bethany Gildersleve - Technology Director at Sky Betting & Gaming - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 10:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Beth Gildersleve who is Technology Director at Sky Betting & Gaming.

Beth is a fantastic leader and we were thrilled to have her join us on the show. Beth carved her career at the Post Office working in customer service. Following this, Beth has headed up some major programmes within the NHS and is now fully responsible for the Bet Technology Tribe… pretty impressive right?! Beth’s career experience is extremely interesting and we loved hearing about the successes and challenges she has faced throughout her journey.

We learned so much from Beth and her approach to leadership. Her attitude towards creating a positive and trustworthy culture within the workplace is very motivating!

Beth told us all about how she has kept herself focused and positive throughout the pandemic and she offered lots of valuable advice which we are sure our listeners will love!

Thanks so much Beth for joining us, you were a fabulous guest!

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Lubomila Jordanova - Co-Founder & CEO of PlanA.Earth and Co-Founder of Greentech Alliance - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 10:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Lubomila Jordanova who is Co-Founder & CEO of PlanA.Earth and Co-Founder of Greentech Alliance.

As well as co-founding two amazing business, Lubomila has an award winning career and she even featured on Forbes 30 Under 30!

Lubomila told our hosts all about her interesting and impressive career journey. She told us how PlanA and Greentech Alliance came to life and it was fantastic to hear her story.

Lubomila’s passion for sustainability and combatting climate change is extremely inspiring. Her positive attitude and ambition is very motivating.

If you enjoy listening to inspirational women within the Tech industry - this is the podcast for you.

We learned so much from Lubomila and we are confident that our listeners will take so much away from this episode.

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Lyric Jain - Founder & CEO at Logically - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Lyric Jain who is the founder and CEO of Logically.

Logically is a social enterprise specialising in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve how we consume and interact with information online. They develop both consumer and B2B/G products that use AI to analyse the vast quantities of information on the internet and assess its credibility and veracity.

Fake news is such a relevant topic right now, it’s all around us. We were so excited to get Lyric on the podcast and hear his story.

Lyric began the episode by telling us how his journey into Tech began. From studying engineering at university to founding such an innovative and successful company, Lyric’s story is extremely interesting!

Lyric is an inspiring entrepreneur. He told our hosts all about where his passion for success stems from. Lyric also explained about the difficult times he has faced throughout his career and the way in which he overcame them.

Lyric grew his business from 4-5 employees to over 100 employees in just two years. We are sure that our listeners will learn so much from him!

Thanks so much, Lyric for taking your time to teach us all about your amazing business and entrepreneurship.

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Bontle Senne - Executive Director of Transformation at Virgin Media - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 08:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Bontle Senne who is the Executive Director of Transformation at Virgin Media.

As well as an Executive Director, Bontle is also a children’s writer, blogger, speaker and literary activist! We were extremely excited to have Bontle on the show.

Bontle spoke about her amazing (and very impressive) career journey and it was fantastic to hear about her experiences. Bontle’s passion and enthusiasm for growth is infectious.

Bontle spoke about the importance of mentoring and coaching and how this has helped her throughout her journey so far. Bontle offered us a great insight into her leadership style and we are sure our listeners will learn so much from her.

We learned about the challenges that Bontle has faced throughout her career and how she overcame them. Bontle is an inspiration and we recommend any women within the Tech industry who are wanting to connect with a brilliant mentor to reach out to her.

https://www.bontlesenne.com

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Live AI Tech North Great Northern AI Summit 2020 Special - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 08:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast we have an extra special surprise for you… it is a live episode!

As part of the AI Tech North's Greath Northern AI Summit, hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Russell Collingham (hedgehog lab), Cate Kalson (Oliver Wyman) and Neil Dunlop (Infinity Works).

This was such a special experience and our hosts were extremely grateful for the opportunity.

Throughout this live episode Sandra, Elly and special guests discussed Leading Innovation.

We heard amazing advice on how to prepare for the future as leaders and the best ways to inspire innovation. Our guests also explained ways in which they ensure their team's skillsets remain relevant and up to date and how they encourage this as leaders.

We loved hearing Russell, Cate and Neil offer their fantastic advice on leadership. They were amazing guests.

Despite a few technical difficulties, this episode was one of our favourites so far and it was brilliant to take Lets Talk Leadership on the road!

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Michael Shangkuan - CEO at Lingoda - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Michael Shangkuan who is the CEO at Lingoda!

Lingoda are changing the rules of online language learning and they couldn’t have a better suited CEO leading their talented team.

In this superb episode we learn how Michaels heritage impacted his approach and what he had to learn to thrive in leadership.

Michael is an energetic and self aware leader with an impressive level of emotional intelligence, he leads by example and drives his team on a journey to the holy land!

We had a real laugh in this episode, Michaels energy is infectious.

If you are in a leadership rut, need invigorating… this is just the episode!

We hope you enjoy the Podcast!

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Paul Thomas - Head Of IT Infrastructure & Operations at Lhasa Limited. - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by Paul Thomas who is Head Of IT Infrastructure & Operations at Lhasa Limited.

Paul’s journey into Tech is a unique one. He began his professional career in the Royal Navy at just 16 and he remained there for 26 years!!! Throughout his time within the Navy he was involved with some both extremely interesting and as you would expect, challenging moments.

Paul went on to explain how he went from the forces to the tech industry… his story is very interesting and we urge our listeners to tune in to find out more!

Paul’s adaptability throughout his career is commendable. From working at Morrisons, Vet Partners and now Lhasa Limited, Paul has had great involvement with some amazing business’.

It was fantastic to hear Paul’s tips on how to motivate teams and engaging people within the work place. We loved Paul’s attitude towards “if we succeed together, we fail together” - what an inspirational quote!

Paul also offered his advice for ex-forces getting back into work which was amazing to hear.

Paul was a fantastic guest and the experiences he has had throughout his life time makes him a fantastic leader. We promise that you will leave this podcast with a new passion to progress and succeed!

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David Sparling - CTO at Anchor Hanover Group - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 08:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast our hosts Sandra and Elly were joined by David Sparling who is the CTO at Anchor Hanover Group.

Our hosts and David have known each other for a few years so it was super special to have him on the show!

David told us all about his journey within Tech, from starting his career as a programmer to now being a CTO of a fantastic company! David’s journey is really interesting and he worked for some amazing companies such as HSBC, The British Library and now Anchor Hanover Group.

David is extremely driven and his approach to setting and achieving goals is very motivating.

David spoke about the direction in which he thinks technology is going and it was interesting to hear his opinion on this topic.

We loved the amount of passion and enthusiasm David has for the world of Tech and we think our listeners will be really inspired by this podcast.

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Deborah O'Neill - Head of UK Digital at Oliver Wyman - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 10:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast Sandra and Elly were joined by Deborah O'Neill who is the Head of UK Digital at Oliver Wyman.

Deborah was a fantastic guest.

Currently, in the run for Digital Leader of the Year through Digital Leaders 100, we loved hearing about Deborah's journey.

Deborah is a committed advocate for gender equality and we really enjoyed learning all about her career within consulting, her story was extremely interesting to listen to.

It was great to hear about how Deborah has created opportunities for herself throughout her career, she is an amazing leader and the way she approaches leadership is inspiring.

Our hosts and Deborah discussed diversity and inclusion within the workplace and Deborah gave a special shout out to Roianne Nedd and her book “The Trusted Black Girl” which we look forward to reading and urge our listeners to do the same.

We learned so much from Deborah, she was an amazing guest and we can’t wait for you to hear this one... good luck with the Digital Leader awards Deborah (you definitely deserve it!)

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Itay Kinnrot - VP R&D Media&Telecom at Kaltura - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 09:00:00 GMT

On this week's 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast Sandra and Elly were joined by Itay Kinnrot who is the VP R&D Media&Telecom at Kaltura.

Kaltura is a leading video cloud, powering the broadest range of video experiences. Kaltura’s products are used by thousands of global enterprises, media companies, service providers and educational institutions, engaging hundreds of millions of viewers at home, at work, and at school.

Itay’s passion for Technology started at just 7 years old when he got his first computer. From there, his passion for Tech grew. Itay spent some time in the army before returning to the world of Tech. His career journey so far is extremely interesting.

Itay spoke about how having great management throughout his career inspired him to be the leader that he is today - his passion for people shone through which was very empowering.

We learned about Itay’s current challenges and how he overcomes them. Itay’s strong communication skills with the people he works with are commendable.

From hackathons to the future of Tech, we covered so much in this episode and it was great to have Itay as a guest.

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Hannes Klöpper - CEO at HelloBetter - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 11:00:00 GMT

On this week's Lets Talk Leadership podcast Sandra and Elly were joined by Hannes Klöpper who is the CEO at HelloBetter.

HelloBetter (formerly GET.ON) is a global pioneer in the field of e-mental health.

Hannes told us all about his career journey so far and it was great to hear about the fantastic things HelloBetter are doing. They have achieved so much in just a short amount of time and it was inspiring to hear how they have accomplished it.

It was fantastic to hear about Hannes leadership style. His approach to overcoming failures and managing stress is extremely refreshing.

We loved having Hannes on the podcast and we are confident that HelloBetter will continue to grow and do amazing things for mental health.

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Joe Lubczynskyj - Client Principal at Equal Experts - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 10:00:00 GMT

On this week's Lets Talk Leadership podcast Sandra and Elly were joined by Joe Lubczynskyj who is the Client Principal at Equal Experts.

Equal Experts is an established provider of highly experienced technology and digital practitioners. Headquartered in the UK with a global footprint, Equal Experts has grown to 2,000+ Experts, £100m+ in revenue, 9 countries, and a reputation for solving some of their clients' greatest challenges.

Joe has an extremely interesting career background and throughout his journey he has worked for some fantastic business’ such as Arrk Group, BJSS and now Equal Experts.

Joe spoke with our hosts all about how his career in Tech began. Joe’s transition into Tech is self described as ‘untraditional’ and it was really fascinating to hear why that was… spoiler alert…this story included stockings and tights?!

It was great to hear all about how Joe unites and motivates his team. There’s no doubt his approach will be valuable and a great inspiration for our listeners. Likewise, the way Joe has combatted challenges throughout his career is commendable.

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Mridula Pore - Co-Founder and CEO at Peppy - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 09:00:00 GMT

On this week's Lets Talk Leadership podcast Sandra and Elly were joined by the lovely Mridula Pore who is the Co-Founder and CEO at Peppy.

“Peppy provides information and support to help you and your family navigate some of life's big transitions. We give you access to qualified and vetted practitioners through chat, phone and video consultations and other services. Everything you need, easily accessible.”

Mridula is extremely intelligent and not only has she got a PhD and an MBA, but Mridula’s career journey is also extremely impressive and we loved hearing about her experiences at McKinsey & Co, Sandoz, and now Peppy.

It was fantastic to hear about how Mridula and her co-founders transitioned into forming Peppy and their journey of building a start-up. Mridula offered some valuable advice for anybody who is looking to launch their own start-up company.

Mridula’s self-described ‘consultative’ leadership style is refreshing. Hearing about how Mridula and her business partners have built their team up from 3 to a dozen in just two years was commendable!

Continuing with the regular theme of our podcast, we asked Mridula about the challenges she has faced throughout her career. It was inspiring to hear how Mridula overcame the particular issue that she highlighted… tune in to the episode to find out what it was!

Mridula was a fantastic guest, her leadership style is extremely motivating, and Peppy is an amazing business doing fantastic things.

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Jens Dembski - CPO at CoachHub.io - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 08:00:00 GMT

On this weeks Lets Talk Leadership podcast we were joined by Jens Dembski who is the CPO at CoachHub.io.

CoachHub are a platform for employee coaching and despite being there for only 6 months, he has achieved so much with the company in that time.

Jens has worked for some fantastic Berlin companies throughout his career such as Rocket Internet, Free2Move and eBay Classifieds Group.

Jens has a such a fantastic career story and we learnt so much from him… his passion and enthusiasm for Tech and leadership is inspiring!

Jens took us on the journey of how he transitioned into becoming a leader and the problems he has faced along the way. Jens has developed a fantastic empathetic leadership style and his ability to adapt to different situations shone through in this episode.

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Nigel Wilson - Director and General Manager at Scott Logic - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 08:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we were joined by Nigel Wilson who is the Director and General Manager at Scott Logic.

Scott Logic design and build software that transforms the performance of some of the world’s biggest and most demanding organisations.

Nigel is an old friend of host Sandra’s so it was fantastic to have him on the show.

Nigel began the podcast by telling us about his career background, explaining that his interest in Tech stemmed from his natural curiosity as a child to know how things work! Nigel then went onto study a degree in Micro-electronics and Software Engineering at Newcastle University where he was sponsored by BT!

Throughout his career, Nigel has worked for some fantastic companies including Poulter Group, ikon, BJSS and now the fantastic Scott Logic. Nigel has been involved in a number of very exciting, innovative projects including being involved in the (award-winning) first interactive text message video show for MTV!

Nigel told us about his current challenges and how he overcomes them. It was really inspiring to see how positive Nigel is about change and the innovation that change can offer.

Working in a fast-paced environment, Nigel told us about how he manages to stay sane and look after his well-being. Nigel’s leadership skills shone through when discussing Covid-19 and how he is working and communicating with his staff to overcome the difficult situation the pandemic has caused.

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Frank Schlesinger - CTO at orderbird - Lets Talk Leadership

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 11:00:00 GMT

This week on the 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast we were joined by Frank Schlesinger who is the CTO at orderbird which is the provider of the award-winning iPad POS system for restaurants based in Berlin.

Frank’s interest in computers and software started at a young age and after studying a degree in Computer Science, he began his career in Tech as a Java Application Developer.

Frank explained that his journey into leadership was a gradual transition and that throughout his career he always had a natural instinct to “call the shots” whilst helping and guiding others. We loved hearing about Frank’s leadership style and how he approached knowledge sharing and team building.

Still as passionate and motivated as when he started his career, Frank offers some fantastic advice to our listeners about how he faces and overcomes challenges including the pandemic and the financial impact that has had on many businesses’.

It was amazing to hear about Frank’s passions and what keeps him going.

Frank offered valuable tips on how to become a great leader, stress management and he also highlighted his recommended reading material of books that have changed him as a person… tune in to find out what he recommends!!!

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Dr. Sophie Chung - CEO and Founder of Qunomedical - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 09:00:00 GMT

“For me, leadership is so much more than being the boss of somebody or being the manager of somebody, a leader to me is someone you can look up to and somebody that inspires you.”

This week on the ‘Lets Talk Leadership’ podcast we were joined by Dr. Sophie Chung who is the CEO and Founder of Qunomedical.

Qunomedical is a digital health platform with focus on medical travel that helps patients find the right doctor anywhere in the world. The specialists listed on the website are selected based on strict quality criteria to ensure the highest quality of care.

Finding out about Sophie’s career and learning about her journey into Tech was extremely interesting. Sophie describes her career as ‘unconventional’ as she never expected her journey to pan out as it has. With Sophie’s career starting off in a very academic role as a Medical Doctor and a Stem Cell Researcher, it was truly gripping to hear Sophie’s story and how she transitioned into Technology.

Sophie’s bravery to travel in order to enhance her career is inspiring and really adds excitement to her already amazing story!

Throughout the podcast, we learned about the challenges Sophie has faced, the valuable advice she has received over the years, and how she created her company’s core values. Not only has Sophie successfully steered the direction of her company during the COVID crisis, but she also did it whilst bringing a baby into the world!

For any of our listeners who are interested in the process of setting up start-ups, this podcast is the one for you. Sophie explained the process of setting up her company and it is commendable how much hard work she has put in to get to her current position.

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Henrique Boregio - CTO at Primephonic - Lets Talk Leadership

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 09:00:00 GMT

This week on the ‘Lets Talk Leadership’ podcast we were joined by Henrique Boregio who is the CTO at Primephonic.

Primephonic is a fast-growing music streaming service that has been dubbed by the media as ‘the Spotify of classical music’.

Our hosts, Sandra and Elly started the podcast by asking Henrique about his career background and how he found himself working within the world of Tech. Henrique’s intrigue for Tech started a young age and from there, his interest and passion grew more and more. Originally from Brazil, Henrique went onto study Software Engineering in Argentina, following this he began his working life as a Software Engineer.

Henrique is well travelled and has not been afraid to take risks within his career including landing and accepting roles in locations he wasn’t familiar with.

With Primephonic being a start-up, it was great to hear how Henrique problem solves and the challenges that the company face. Henrique offered some fantastic advice to our listeners on how to overcome challenges, especially for those working or aspiring to work for start-up companies.

It was inspiring to hear about how Primephonic is consistently growing and how Henrique approached setting the culture of his team. Throughout the podcast, Henrique offers valuable lessons that we hope all of our listeners can learn from.

Primephonic is such an interesting platform within the Tech industry and we loved having Henrique on the podcast, what an amazing guest!

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Mic Holden - Head of Engineering at Covéa Insurance - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 09:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we were joined by our good friend and client Mic Holden who is the Head of Engineering at Covéa Insurance!

Covéa Insurance Plc is the UK underwriting business of leading French mutual insurance group Covéa, and offers commercial, motor, high net worth, property and protection insurance through its Standard & Poor’s A+ stable rating.

Covéa Insurance were recently shortlisted for the ‘Best place to work in Digital’ by the 2020 Computing’s Digital Technology Leaders Award.

At only 32, Mic is responsible for a team of over 120 people and is only one step away from C-level which is an incredible achievement. We were so excited to have Mic join us on the podcast and we loved learning more about his career journey.

Mic started his journey in Tech at Morrisons and throughout his career has worked for other sizeable business’ such as Yorkshire Water, AND Digital and WPP.

It was great to hear Mic explain what makes him a good leader and how he overcomes challenges including a company rebrand during a pandemic?!

Mic’s honest approach and passion for growth is very motivating.

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Danny Vatnik- CTO at Personetics - Lets Talk Leadership

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 14:00:00 GMT

This week on the 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast we were joined by the fantastic Danny Vatnik who is the CTO at Personetics, a FinTech software company headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Danny took us on his honest and interesting career journey. Danny started his working life experimenting with different industries… from the music business to the army! Eventually, he found himself in the world of Tech and it was great to hear how he got here.

Danny gave us an honest insight into the industry in Israel which was extremely interesting. We particularly enjoyed hearing Danny speak about how he attracts and retains great talent.

It was inspiring to hear how Danny overcomes challenges that he is faced with. His positivity shines throughout the podcast ensuring a very uplifting and empowering listen!

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Mike Quate - Director of Marketing and Solutions at Adare SEC - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 09:00:00 GMT

This week on the 'Lets Talk Leadership' podcast we were joined by the wonderful Mike Quate who is the Director of Marketing and Solutions at Adare SEC.

Adare SEC is a leading provider of technology-led, Integrated Communication Solutions, inspiring clients with choice and insight to deliver their vital message securely via multiple channels.

Mike starts off the episode by taking us through his career journey so far. Throughout his career, Mike has worked for some fantastic sizeable brands, starting off at YBS shortly after completing a degree at Leeds University.

It was inspiring to hear Mike’s advice on effective communication. His understanding and experience around managing and delivering change was very motivating to listen to and definitely a valuable insight to take away from this podcast episode.

Mike highlights his main challenges and pain areas within his current role at Adare SEC. It was encouraging to hear how Mike overcomes these challenges and continues to stay positive. In addition to this, it was brilliant to hear Mike’s career highlights and what his greatest achievements are.

We loved having Mike on the podcast. Thank you Mike for providing our listeners with such valuable advice!

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Liran Haimovitch - CTO at Rookout - Lets Talk Leadership

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 08:00:00 GMT

This week on the ‘Lets Talk Leadership’ we had the pleasure of interviewing Liran Haimovitch who is the Co-Founder and CTO at RookOut.

Rookout is a Rapid debugging solution which collects data on-demand from live code and pipeline it immediately to any destination. It was founded back in 2017.

We absolutely loved hearing about Liran’s career journey. With his journey beginning when he was just a young boy when he developed an interest in coding, his passion for Tech led to him studying a Bachelors degree in Computer Science. Liran then explained to us that following on from his studies, he was involved in Cyber Security for the army!

It is clear throughout the podcast how motivated Liran is about making a difference within his industry.

We really enjoyed hearing Liran reflect on his decisions as both a Co-founder and CTO and to learn about the things he’d have done differently if given the chance. In addition to this it was interesting to hear how Liran and his team have adapted to the current crisis.

Most of all, it was inspiring and thought-provoking to hear Liran talk about his leadership style and his passion for people is commendable.

Liran was a fantastic guest and we loved having him on the show.

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Sarat Pediredla - CEO at Hedgehog Lab - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 09:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership we had the pleasure of interviewing the fantastic Sarat Pediredla who is the CEO at Hedgehog Lab.

Hedgehog Labs are ranked #1 mobile app developers in the world.

Sarat was very inspiring, he’s a natural entrepreneur who’s childhood dream was to become a Brain Surgeon but after 2 months at med school he decided he wanted to become a Software Engineer.

It was fascinating to hear his story from his childhood in India to having to leave the Ivy League dream behind, Sarat has a real zest for life.

I loved hearing his appreciation for his wife who has supported him through his success.

Sarat is an absolute character and we loved getting to know his story, from his first failing start-up to a frank and honest overview of the challenges faced moving into leadership.

This one is a great episode, Sarat has a great energy and has lots of advice to give!

#leadership #podcast #thoughtleader #technology

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Tobias Teuber - CEO & Founder at Lykon - Lets Talk Leadership

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 11:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we had the opportunity to interview Tobias Teuber who is the CEO & Founder at Lykon who are one of our fabulous clients based in Berlin!

Throughout the podcast, Tobias took us through his amazing career journey. From founding Groupon Australia to growing Lykon, Tobias' story is exceptionally interesting and inspiring.

Tobias tells us all about what has given him the determination and drive that has led to his achievements. He also offers our listeners his top tips for starting up a business and highlights important leadership skills.

Tobias explained how Lykon have maintained culture throughout the current crisis and how they were the first company in Germany to offer at home antibody tests!

Tobias was a fantastic guest and we loved having him on the podcast!

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Neil Dunlop - Technical Director at Infinity Works - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 09:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we had the opportunity to interview Neil Dunlop who is the Technical Director at Infinity Works.

With his enthusiasm for Tech starting at such a young age, Neil told us all about his amazing career journey, what he thinks the future of Tech looks like and his main inspirations.

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Elliot Antrobus-Holder - Chief Digital Officer at Holdant - Lets Talk Leadership

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 10:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we had the opportunity to interview Elliot Antrobus-Holder who is the Chief Digital Officer at Holdant, Non-Exec Director and Trustee at University Of Surrey and Advisor at Newbury Building Society.

Elliot told us all about his journey into the world of tech, from starting off learning Code and monetizing building websites and apps to working his way up to becoming a Chief Digital Officer.

Elliot highlights the importance of team work and trust when managing teams. Our hosts even asked him if he didn’t work in Tech, what would he be doing instead? Tune in to find out his answer.

Elliot’s hard work and passion for the Digital / Tech industry is inspiring and we really enjoyed having him as a guest.

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Richard Kenny - Group IT Director at Techbuyer - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 09:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we had the opportunity to interview Richard Kenny who is the Group IT Director at Techbuyer.

As well as being a Group IT Director, Richard is also a trustee for Claro Mental Health and also a sports commentator! During the podcast, Richard told us all about his journey and how he got to where he is now.

Richard's passion for motivating and uniting teams is very apparent and his amazing leadership skills and values shine through throughout the podcast.

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Rob Knight - Director of Solution Development & Data Management at Experian - Lets Talk Leadership

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 10:00:00 GMT

This episode on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we had the opportunity to interview the lovely Rob Knight who is the Solution Development & Data Management Director at Experian.

Rob is a self proclaimed Geek who's passion for gaming led him into a career in tech. He has worked for some extremely innovative organisations such as Ericsson & HTC and is a superb thought leader!

Rob's role across EMEA enables him to work with different teams and markets across multiple locations which brings challenges but also huge rewards.

Robs passion for the industry is infectious, we loved having the opportunity to hear his story!

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Ed Thewlis - CTO at The Data Shed - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 12:00:00 GMT

This episode on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we had the opportunity to interview the fantastic Ed Thewlis who is the Chief Technology Officer at The Data Shed who are a Consultancy that grapple with client's toughest challenges design, deliver and support many enterprise-wide systems for some of the largest businesses in the UK.

Ed co-founded The Data Shed with his inspiring wife Anna back in 2012, the two of these are a dynamic duo who really do make a sensational team and a positive impact to the Tech Community.

Ed's story is unique and his enthusiasm for all things data is infectious, his passion for maths started at a young age and after a career as a Chef he made the move to tech later in life.

If you would also like to hear Anna's story please head to Elly's Journey of a WiT Podcast as she had the opportunity to interview Anna last year!

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Mark Kitching - Head of Technology at Ladbible Group - Lets Talk Leadership

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 13:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we had the opportunity to interview the lovely Mark Kitching who is Head of Technology at Ladbible.

Mark is an energetic, humble Leader and his personable and enthusiastic approach provides for an interesting episode. He is a go-getter who puts his team at the forefront. He comes from a technical background but has a clear passion for all things agile!

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Martin Sabag - VP of Product at Fornova - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 09:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast Sandra & Elly had the opportunity to interview the passionate Martin Sabag who is the VP of Product at Fornova.

Fornova are helping hotels turn data into profit by using real intelligence, empowering businesses to align the entire hotel organisation.

Martin has a varied career from his time in the Israeli Forces as an Officer to Co-Founding start-ups and more recently becoming VP of Product. He is passionate about creating innovative, market leading products. We loved his communication style and approach!

#leadership #tech #innovation #product

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David Sollitt - Chief Operating Officer at IM Asset Management

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 12:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we had the opportunity to interview the inspiring David Sollitt who is the COO at IM Asset Management.

David is an engaging thought leader and the ladies loved having the opportunity to explore his leadership style, he has been described as a "Typical Yorkshireman" who wears his heart on his sleeve with an empathetic approach to management. David is a real gent and its great to hear his story and experience from mainframe development to board level!

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Joanna Drake - CIO at THG - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 08:00:00 GMT

Sandra & Elly thoroughly enjoyed interviewing Joanna Drake who is the CIO at The Hut Group who have grown from a start-up to a global digital commerce group, fast becoming one of the world’s leading beauty and wellbeing online retail organisations. Founded in 2004, THG operates more than 160 websites that sell premium products across 140 markets.

Joanna's leadership style is energetic and refreshing, she is a natural problem solver who has progressed her career through some leading brands. It is clear that Joanna is results driven and extremely focussed which is likely to stem from her competitive tennis background. Joanna is a superb Leader and this short insight into her background and experience is sure to deliver some top tips for any budding tech leader!

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Damian Brooks - CTO at Arbor Education - Lets Talk Leadership

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 13:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we had the opportunity to interview Damian Brooks who is the CTO at Arbor Education.

Damian is a bright, engaging and progressive Leader who clearly puts his team at the forefront, we thoroughly enjoyed learning about how he interviews to ensure he gets the best out of people. To all those aspiring leaders out there this will be a great one to learn from.

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Stuart Bullock - Managing Director at BJSS - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 09:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership podcast we had the opportunity to interview the fantastic Stuart Bullock who is the Managing Director of BJSS.

BJSS is the UK’s leading privately-owned IT and Business Consultancy and they are proud to be providing one the strongest technical delivery and service capabilities in the UK, USA and across Europe.

Stuart is an engaging thought leader and the ladies welcomed the opportunity to find out more about his drive, passions and leadership style, we both learnt a lot from this session and we are confident many listeners will too.

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David Crawford - Group CTO at Naked Wines - Lets Talk Leadership

Fri, 29 May 2020 10:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership we had the pleasure of interviewing the fantastic David Crawford who is the Group CTO at Naked Wines who are a forward thinking, ambitious online wine retailer.

David gave a fantastic overview of his career highlights, his leadership style and learnings along the way!

#leadership #podcast #thoughtleader #technology

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Sid Chugh - VP of Engineering at Lendico (ING) - Lets Talk Leadership Podcast

Thu, 21 May 2020 10:00:00 GMT

This week on the Lets Talk Leadership we had the pleasure of interviewing our good friend and client Sid Chugh who is the VP of Engineering at Lendico. Sid gave us some great insight into his leadership style, his experience with start-ups and the opportunities within the tech scene in Berlin!

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Gordon Cullum - CTO at Mastek - Lets Talk Leadership

Wed, 06 May 2020 09:00:00 GMT

Sandra & Elly thoroughly enjoyed interviewing Gordon Cullum who is the CTO at Mastek who are a global technology company offering enterprise level digital transformation services and software for large public and private enterprises in the UK, US and India. Gordon and his teams mission is to deliver impactful programmes of change!

Gordon was destined to work in tech, when he was a child and asked for his first computer his father made him build it from scratch, its in his blood and his passion shows!

Gordon gave an honest interview including how he isn't naturally an ambitious person and that he takes real pleasure in the detail so adapting to leadership took some work but he has grown to love his role and responsibilities. We loved how raw and transparent Gordon was particularly when we discussed "digital burn out" and managing the difference between pressure and stress.

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Andy Burton - CTO at The Very Group - Lets Talk Leadership

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 08:00:00 GMT

On our first episode of Lets Talk Leadership we had the pleasure of interviewing the very humble Andy Burton who is the CTO at The Very Group. Andy gave us some great insight into his leadership style, managing disasters and the importance of honest feedback!

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