A View From The Top

Adrian Cropley OAM
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A View From The Top

A regular podcast produced by the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence, featuring Adrian Cropley OAM, FRSA, Fellow IABC, SCMP and some special guests – leading communication professionals from around the world sharing stories about their career journeys. You'll hear personal stories about how these leaders built their careers in diverse disciplines such as communication management, internal, external and change communication, and communication leadership and they’ll share tips and advice on how you can do the same. 

  1. Episode 47 - Richard Etienne

    16 APR

    Episode 47 - Richard Etienne

    Join host Adrian Cropley in this insightful episode of A View From the Top as he chats with Richard Etienne, an award-winning personal brand and communication consultant. Richard shares his unique career journey, including his role as the official videographer for British Prime Minister, Theresa May, his stint as Director of Internal Communication at Elsevier, and his initiatives like The Introvert Space and Black Introvert Week UK. They discuss Richard's passion for championing introve...

    36 min
  2. Episode 46 - Asha Oberoi

    3 MAR

    Episode 46 - Asha Oberoi

    Join host Adrian Cropley as he dives into the world of digital strategy and data-driven insights with Asha Oberoi, Managing Director and Head of Digital and Insights at FTI Consulting. With over 20 years of experience in media and consulting, Asha shares her journey from an early fascination with news and information to becoming a leader in using data to shape digital strategies. Discover her insights on the importance of data in communication, the challenges of navigating the digital landsca...

    38 min
  3. Episode 45 - Anthea Cudworth

    17 JAN

    Episode 45 - Anthea Cudworth

    In this episode, host Adrian Cropley has a chat with Anthea Cudworth, a Fellow at the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence. Anthea takes us on a journey through her fascinating career, which kicked off with a science degree and financial roles in London. She later found herself leading corporate communication teams for big names like Royal Dutch Shell, Telstra, and the Commonwealth Bank of Australia. Now, she heads up corporate affairs at the NSW Environmental Protection Authority. ...

    27 min
  4. Episode 44 - Kane Errol Choa

    28/10/2024

    Episode 44 - Kane Errol Choa

    From media to corporate leadership is the best description of this episode of 'A View From The Top' where Adrian interviews Kane Erroll Choa, Vice President of Corporate Communications at ABS-CBN Corporation in the Philippines. With over 30 years of experience, Kane's career highlights an unexpected transition from broadcast journalism to corporate communications, shaped by his educational background at the London School of Economics and strong mentorship from industry leaders like Bong Osori...

    25 min
  5. Episode 43 - Ritzi Villarico-Ronquillo, APR, IABC Fellow

    09/09/2024

    Episode 43 - Ritzi Villarico-Ronquillo, APR, IABC Fellow

    In this episode, I chat with Ritzy Villarico Ronquillo, a leading communication professional and IABC Fellow from the Philippines. Ritzy shares her extensive career journey in communication, spanning over three decades. She recounts her early influences, such as co-curricular involvement in school and community leadership, and her strategic roles in various industries, including energy and manufacturing. Ritzy also discusses the importance of mentorship, volunteer work, and understanding the ...

    29 min
  6. Episode 42 - Charu Raizada

    15/04/2024

    Episode 42 - Charu Raizada

    In this episode Charu Raizada, a seasoned integrated communication consultant, delves into her expansive 25 year-year career journey. Based in Delhi, India, Charu speaks with Adrian about her diverse experience in crisis management, ESG, and leadership communication. Charu shares her early career ambitions, her shift into public relations, and her evolution into a specialist in integrated communication. She highlights the importance of being a trusted partner, and staying informed and c...

    35 min
  7. Episode 41 - Michael Nord, SCMP

    21/02/2024

    Episode 41 - Michael Nord, SCMP

    Michael Nord is a certified strategic communication management professional with over 25 years of experience in leadership, strategic communication and change. This is our second interview with Michael as he shares his journey from the armed forces to communication advisor, emphasising the skills he gained in the military that aided his corporate success. He highlights his time at Philips and his role in high-tech PR, stressing the importance of aligning communication efforts with corporate s...

    36 min
  8. Episode 40 - Ulrike Seminati

    19/01/2024

    Episode 40 - Ulrike Seminati

    In this episode we explore the fantastic career trajectory of Zurich-based leadership and communication coach Ulrike Seminati, a former C-level communication advisor. We discuss Ulrike's career journey, from roles in internal communication in the automotive, broadcasting, and chemical industries to becoming a C-level executive in a pharmaceutical company. Ulrike, who is wonderfully humble yet brave, explains her unique approach of combining training and coaching to help leaders communicate mo...

    36 min
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About

A regular podcast produced by the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence, featuring Adrian Cropley OAM, FRSA, Fellow IABC, SCMP and some special guests – leading communication professionals from around the world sharing stories about their career journeys. You'll hear personal stories about how these leaders built their careers in diverse disciplines such as communication management, internal, external and change communication, and communication leadership and they’ll share tips and advice on how you can do the same. 

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  • Creator
    Adrian Cropley OAM
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 A View From The Top
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