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This week on the We Are Power podcast, we chat with Chloe Fletcher, co-founder of the Job Share Revolution and 2024 Northern Power Women Awards' Mentor of the Year commended winner.Chloe shares how her award nomination came at a pivotal moment in her career, and the moving testimonials from her mentees.Join us to explore the power of mentorship and advocacy through the inspiring story of a finance director turned passionate mentor.Listen to learn;- about the Northern Power Women Awards'...

Join us as we chat with Nicola Johnson, Director of the HR Centre of Excellence at Bentley , as she opens up about balancing a high-powered career and being a mum.From her return to work after maternity leave to the thrill of driving a Continental GT Speed at Silverstone, Nicola's stories are all about breaking boundaries.And find out about Nicola's role models, like Michelle Obama and Katie Piper, and key figures in the automotive world who have paved the way.Listen to learn:🎙️the importance...

Get ready for a captivating episode with Eleonore Fournier-Tombs, the brilliant mind behind 'Gender Reboot: Reprogramming Gender Rights in the Age of AI'.Eleonore shares her path from a shy teenager in Model UN to a trailblazing data scientist at the UN. Listen as she dives deep into the motherhood penalty and the urgent need to challenge stereotypical gender roles in caregiving. Listen to learn:- Why women’s participation in AI development is essential- How AI tools often reinforce...

This week we are joined by Simon Calderbank, Positive Leadership Mindset Coach and 2024 Northern Power Women Awards Advocacy Lister.Listen as Simon shares how a cancer scare led to him finding a passion-driven career.Learn about Simons work in coaching, with everyone from corporate leaders to troubled teenagers.And hear the inspiring story of a woman who overcame a toxic work environment to land her dream job with the help of Simon's coaching.Listen to learn:How to use your privilege for good...

Meet Angela Owen OBE, the founder of Women in Defence UK and a 2024 Northern Power Women Awards finalist!Discover how Angela transitioned from a military career to founding an organisation advocating for gender equality in the defence sector. And hear Angela's story of being the second ever mother to re-join the military...Listen to learn:- The evolving policies and attitudes towards women in the military- About the Women in Defence UK mentoring programme - Angela's experience compe...

2024 Northern Power Women Awards Future Lister, Dr Beth Barnes shares her journey into the world of engineering.From her accidental discovery of civil engineering to her dedication to building inclusive spaces, Dr. Barnes provides valuable insights for listeners from all walks of life. And find out how she founded the Durham Women's Engineering Society to create a safe space for women to discuss challenges and support each other. Listen to learn:- How we can create inclusive s...