Spotlight On Podcast

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The Barton Partnership's Spotlight On podcast brings together global executives, entrepreneurs and experts, sharing inspiring stories and shining a light on some of the most pressing issues facing businesses today.

  1. FEB 9

    Spotlight On: Women in Leadership with Lynda Clarke, General Manager UK at Nayax

    In this episode of Spotlight On: Women in Leadership, we sit down with Lynda Clarke, General Manager UK at Nayax, to unpack what it really takes to lead in fintech.  Lynda highlights the need for listening before fixing, using emotional intelligence to build trust, and turning imposter syndrome into practical action. From Middle East boardrooms to inclusive hiring, Lynda maps the small steps that compound into lasting change, whilst advocating for diversity and inclusion in every organisation.

    28 min

  2. JAN 19

    Spotlight On with Roy Perticucci, NED & CEO

    In this episode, Nicholas Barton sits down with Roy Perticucci, former CEO of Allegro and a veteran of large-scale transformation across Europe’s leading digital and retail businesses. Here, Roy offers a practical view of what defines an effective Chief Transformation Officer today. He discusses the importance of analytical rigour, disciplined execution, and credibility with CEOs and boards, where execution remains the defining factor in successful transformation. The discussion reflects on how private equity’s focus has shifted from deal execution to operational value creation, and what this means for leaders responsible for delivering measurable change.

    35 min

  3. 12/03/2025

    Spotlight On: Women in Leadership with Waynn Wu, Chief Strategy Officer at Philip Morris International - Be Bold, Be You, Be the Change

    In this episode of Spotlight On's Women in Leadership series, Olivia Stainton speaks with Waynn Wu, Chief Strategy Officer at Philip Morris International, about the self-awareness and discipline required to lead through change. Here, Waynn reflects on her early life, the impact of traditional expectations, and how resisting conformity shaped her ambition. She discusses a defining moment in her career that prompted her to reassess what success should look like and led to her framework of knowing yourself, being yourself, and learning to value yourself. The conversation explores how to protect balance in high-pressure roles, why compassion must be practised deliberately, and how leaders can create space for experimentation and learning. Waynn also highlights the importance of collective leadership, male allyship, and long-term relationships in supporting people through different stages of their careers.

    30 min

  4. 11/27/2025

    Spotlight On: Women in Leadership with Sharon Rice-Oxley, Partner & Co-Founder of Q5

    In this episode of Spotlight On's Women in Leadership series, Jane Harley sits down with Sharon Rice-Oxley, Partner and Co-Founder at Q5. Sharon discusses the growth of organisational health through leaders telling a clear story, listening deeply, and building a culture where people bring their whole selves to work. Along the way, we discuss hiring, allyship, cross-cultural leadership, and leading through a pandemic while protecting jobs and employee well-being.

    30 min

  5. 10/20/2025

    Spotlight On: Women in Leadership with Hanne Andresen, Chief Strategy Officer at Costa Coffee

    In this episode of Women in Leadership, Olivia Stainton sits down with Hanne Andresen, Chief Strategy Officer at Costa Coffee, to learn how she turns long-term ambition into daily action through clarity and consistency. Drawing on her global experience, Hanne details her three-pillar strategy: defining where to win, translating choices into simple action plans, and building a culture that looks ahead without removing the wheel. We hear why consistency beats reinvention, how to decide what to stop as much as what to start, and why your unique perspective as a woman in strategy is a superpower. Expect practical guidance on grounded leadership, career ownership, and psychological safety.

    19 min

  6. 10/03/2025

    Spotlight On with Kate Gibson, Global Leader in Strategy, Transformation & ESG

    In this episode of Spotlight On, Nicholas Barton, Founder of The Barton Partnership, sits down with Kate Gibson, who shares her journey from strategy consulting to becoming a pioneering sustainability leader, revealing how corporate approaches to ESG are evolving from siloed initiatives to integrated business strategy. For business leaders navigating this landscape, Kate offers practical advice: understand your material risks, develop plans that acknowledge climate realities, and use current regulatory pauses to get ahead rather than relax efforts. Kate's insights are especially relevant for strategy professionals looking to drive meaningful transformation in their organisations.

    40 min

  7. 09/02/2025

    Spotlight On with James Hadley, UK Managing Partner at Bain & Company

    James Hadley, Senior Partner at Bain & Company and current UK Managing Partner, shares insights from his nearly 30-year career on how corporate strategy functions are evolving to meet today's business challenges.  Whether you are a corporate strategist, consultant, or executive navigating strategic decisions, this conversation offers invaluable perspective on how the practice of strategy is evolving, and what it takes to stay relevant in an increasingly complex business landscape.

    39 min

  8. 07/01/2025

    Spotlight On with Carl Evander, Partner & Global Head of Private Equity at OC&C Strategy Consultants

    In this episode of Spotlight On, TBP's Founder, Nicholas Barton, sits down with Carl Evander, OC&C's Global Head of Private Equity, who offers an insider's view off the back of a trip to Superreturn Berlin. Carl discusses how private equity is navigating today's tough economic climate, including rising interest rates and tech disruption. Carl visits PE at a turning point, moving from a boom to a cautious period. Despite this, Carl also notes that long-term PE returns still beat public markets. He notes that firms must transform businesses, not just buy and hold, driving the rise of value creation teams and investment in sectors like energy transition and AI data centers. He also provides a nuanced take on AI: great for productivity, but not a replacement for human judgment. Join this insightful conversation on PE's evolution in uncertain times.

    36 min
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The Barton Partnership's Spotlight On podcast brings together global executives, entrepreneurs and experts, sharing inspiring stories and shining a light on some of the most pressing issues facing businesses today.

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  • Creator
    The Barton Partnership
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    66
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Spotlight On Podcast
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