Northern Power Women Podcast

Simone Roche MBE chats to Catriona Campbell, Senior Partner, Global Advisor and UK&I Client Technology & Innovation Officer at EY, as they discuss technology for good, spotlighting the PoWEr of role models, empathy and authenticity.  Listen to LearnHow to find the time for yourself as well as others Why the human element of technology is so valuable How the Northern Power Women Awards, sponsored by EY, engender ambition across the North Why EY’s new Neuro-Diverse Center of Excellence in Manchester sets the standard for inclusive workplacesFind us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone Roche MBE chats to Dr Joanna Berry, mentor extraordinaire and Associate Professor and Director of Durham Energy Institute at Durham University, as they spotlight the PoWEr of mentoring. Listen to LearnWhat 3 things make a successful mentoring relationshipHow redirected confidence can be just as useful as boosted confidence Why you can learn just as much from being a mentor How Northern Power Women harness the PoWEr of communityIf you’re ready to feel the benefits of mentoring and networking, sign up to our one-hour PoWEr Up Networking Event, in partnership with Barclays. Find us on Twitter, LinkedIn and InstagramSign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone Roche MBE chats to  Sam Walker, award-winning broadcaster, podcaster and NPW co-host extraordinaire, as they discuss their goals for 2022 and how they plan to achieve them. Listen to LearnHow asking for an outsider's perspective can bring you closer to achieving your aimsWhy you should invest in yourself in 2022How to set concrete and measurable parameters around your goals Why it’s important to be kind to yourself when it comes to setting targetsGet in touch on social media and share your 2022 goals with us! Find us on Twitter, LinkedIn and InstagramSign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

In the final episode of 2021, Simone Roche MBE is joined by the team at NPW as they reflect on what they have achieved over the last year, as well as each sharing one thing that they have learnt that they will be carrying on into the new year.  Listen to Hear from our Social Media Assistants, Leah Middleton, Olivia Catlow, Lydia Wong & Cam Barr Partnerships & Operations Executive, Philly Strahan Office Manager, Emma Mason Emma Mason Operations Director & Northern Power Man, Rob Monks Content Executive, Gina Buckle    Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone Roche MBE chats to the CEO of Young Enterprise, Sharon Davies, as they reflect on the last twelve months and what lessons they’ll be taking with them into 2022.    Listen to Learn Why smart business means investing in and listening to your people  How opportunities and support are the keys to place based social mobility  Why we need to harness the diverse thinking of future talent  How Sharon is bringing financial education to the next generation Find out how you can support Young Enterprise in their mission of helping young people everywhere succeed.Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone Roche MBE chats to Director of RBA Equality and Diversity with nearly 40 years of experience Ranjana Bell MBE. She reflects on her experience and views on why working from home is better for employees and business and the opportunity for safe places for individuals in the workplace. Listen to Learn  Why continuing to work from home benefits employees  How to build forward better in our new world What are the things we can all do to improve the landscape of diversity and equality across businesses and organisations  What is Ranjana’s safe space platform Make sure to read our Levelling Up By Powering On Progress Report to see how the NPW community has levelled up:https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/NPW-level-up-doc-Launch-Version.pdf AND catch up with  NPW Webinar 'Amplifying Voices Series' with Ranjana Bell MBE Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram &

Simone Roche MBE chats to Alex Cousins, Founder and Managing Director at Alex Cousins Consulting and Non-Executive Director at ACC Liverpool, as they reflect together on how we have delivered on the 3 asks in our 2020 Levelling Up by Powering On Report. Listen to LearnWhy Levelling Up is about people How we’re going to get the nation mentoring Why you are already a mentorWhy we’re writing to Michael Gove with the answer to Levelling UpFind us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone Roche MBE chats to Rina Sowler, Asia Investment Manager at The Leith Planning Group, Mandarin Tutor and Cricket Coach, about the importance of support and sponsorship, as well as the PoWEr of sport.  Listen to LearnHow sport can develop leadership and teamwork skills, particularly in young womenWhy your uniqueness is your superPoWEr How everyone can do something to advocate for othersWhy seeking support from your network and communities is so important to your growthHelp us measure how much the NPW community has levelled up over the past year by completing our quick  Levelling Up survey, and join us at our Levelling Up Progress Report Briefing on 7th December.Find us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone Roche MBE chats to Jan Brown, Senior Lecturer in Marketing and Entrepreneurship at Liverpool John Moores University about the PoWEr of mentoring and the real impact it can have on the confidence and careers of young people. Listen to Learn How mentoring can boost confidence and raise aspirations Why mentoring relationships benefit mentors as well as mentees How to be both passionate and purposeful Why bringing every aspect of yourself to work is the way forward Help us measure how much the NPW community has levelled up over the past year by completing our quick Levelling Up survey, and join us at our Levelling Up Progress Report Briefing on 7th December.Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone Roche MBE chats to Sharon Watson MBE, CEO and Principal at Northern School of Contemporary Dance about the importance of role models and investing in the arts.  Listen to Learn How real role models can make a difference  Why having passion for what you do is essential to levelling up  How we can overcome barriers to careers in the arts  Why the North is full of opportunities in the dance industry Help us measure how much the NPW community has levelled up over the past year by completing our quick Levelling Up survey.   Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone Roche MBE chats to Afiya Amesu, future barrister and co-founder of She Leads For Legacy all about the importance of bringing different voices to the table, spotlighting diverse talent and the power of collaboration.   Listen to learnWhy setting short, medium and long term goals enables us to break down barriersHow supporting black owned business is a great way to be an allyWhy we should all undertake reverse mentoring and unconscious bias training  How important listening is in addressing racial and gender diversityFind us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone Roche MBE chats to multiple non-executive and trustee role holder and founder of Ripple Effect Development Ltd Debbie Francis OBE about the importance of shouting about your achievements, as well as how you can find your seat at the tables where decisions are being made.Listen to LearnHow to take those first steps towards claiming a seat at the tableWhat organisations and boards can do to increase their diversityHow to bring the ‘human factor’ to your confidence How you can make valuable change by influencing from the bottom-up Help us measure how much the NPW community has levelled up over the past year by completing our quick  Levelling Up survey.Find us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone Roche MBE chats to  Sam Walker, award-winning broadcaster, podcaster and NPW co-host extraordinaire all about finding your voice, taking the leap to say ‘yes’ and why we all need to #BeHeardListen to LearnHow important visibility is in the media and events industriesHow speaking up is all our responsibilities and producers are not looking to trip you upWhy asking the question ‘If not you, then who?’ can give you the confidence to say yes! Why sharing your expertise and knowledge with the world means you are a role model Sign up to be-heard.io to join the movement in levelling up the media and events industries and get your voice out there today!Help us measure how much the NPW community has levelled up over the past year by completing our quick Levelling Up survey.Find us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone Roche MBE chats to Dr Marilyn Comrie OBE, Director of the Black United Representation Network (BURN), about the importance of paying up, knowing your value and not just expecting things for free in business! Listen to learn: Why women in particular shouldn’t be afraid to talk about money How everyone stands to gain from diverse and inclusive spaces Why you should pay your female, black, asian and minority ethnic talent How to set clear boundaries when it comes to the cost of your services  Help us measure how much the NPW community has levelled up over the past year by completing our quick  Levelling Up survey.Find us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone chats to Jyoti Chhiba Deputy Head of Corporate Banking at HSBC all about her own role models growing up, the values that we can all live by and why the NPWAwards continues to celebrate role models long after the last trophy is collected! Listen to Learn How influential role models can be for us from a young age How far a can-do attitude gets you and having a strong work ethic How recognising role models can be so impactful Why you should never underestimate your influence and using your power for good The NPWAwards 2022 nominations are open until 18th October and are free to nominate! Take a look at all of our awards categories here, and get nominating today! The Northern Power Women Awards is for all sectors, levels and genders and most definitely never just for one night. We want to keep telling the amazing stories of people in and from the North who are doing inspiring and purposeful things and we can only do this with your nominations! Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events cale

Simone chats to Graham Lucas all about how important it is to recognise that work on inclusion is never done and though we may be further on than 3 years ago, there is still a way to go! Michael Page won the Large Organisation Award at NPWAwards 2020 for their commitment to gender equality and inclusivity in the workplace whilst demonstrating a forward thinking approach to recruitment, development and retention of talent. Listen to Learn Why committing to tangible actions publicly & internally can make a difference How encouraging shared responsibility can empower people to bring ideas to the table and keep momentum going Why collaborating externally, listening to ideas and implementing them can enable a pay-it-forward culture Why diversity of thought & the team is always better for innovation, decision-making and of course profits! The NPWAwards 2022 nominations are open until 18th October and are free to nominate! Take a look at all of our awards categories here, and get nominating today!Sign up t

Simone chats to Murryam Anwar, the longest standing judge of the NPWAwards all about her experience as a senior public policy professional and her passion for making real change. Listen to Learn How the NPWAwards nomination and judging process works The importance of showcasing women of colour and being purposeful How being nominated can change someone’s life Why amplifying opportunities for people who may not usually access them is vital The NPWAwards 2022 nominations are open until 18th October and are free to nominate here! Take a look at all of our awards categories here, and get nominating today! The Northern Power Women Awards is for all sectors, levels and genders and most definitely never just for one night. We want to keep telling the amazing stories of people in and from the North who are doing inspiring and purposeful things and we can only do this with your nominations!Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twi

Simone chats to Kiera Byland BEM all about how her work in the community is changing the lives of so many as well as reflecting on receiving the Judges Award at the fifth NPWAwards! Listen to Learn How to stay motivated through setting goals The importance of taking a leap of faith How to break down barriers and be a positive role model What it’s like to win gold for your country! The NPWAwards 2022 nominations are open 13th September - 18th October and are free to nominate! Take a look at all of our awards categories here, and get nominating today! The Northern Power Women Awards is for all sectors, levels and genders and most definitely never just for one night. We want to keep telling the amazing stories of people in and from the North who are doing inspiring and purposeful things and we can only do this with your nominations!Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to

Simone chats to Sara Davies MBE six months on since she won the Outstanding Entrepreneur Award and the NPWAwards 2020. Listen to Learn What makes a great entrepreneur The importance of storytelling your product or service How to exude confidence even when you don’t feel it How to be memorable The NPWAwards 2022 nominations are open until 18th October and are free to nominate here! Take a look at all of our awards categories here, and get nominating today! The Northern Power Women Awards is for all sectors, levels and genders and most definitely never just for one night. We want to keep telling the amazing stories of people in and from the North who are doing inspiring and purposeful things and we can only do this with your nominations!Sign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

Simone speaks to Irene Afful MSc all about drive, determination and self-belief as well as the importance of surrounding yourself with positive people who have your back. Listen to Learn…  How forming a network to share experiences and have a collective voice can make huge impact How overcoming barriers only makes you more resilient How to own your abilities and skills, give yourself praise and hold your ground Why those in positions of privilege must learn from barriers faced by others and take responsibility to impact cultural and organisational change Download the cheat sheet hereSign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.