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For centuries, black women have held leadership positions in a wide variety of domains in society. They haven’t always been recognised for their achievements and many times have had to fight through mountains of challenge and injustice. We have much to learn from these everyday heroes. In this season of The Sheerah podcast, listen to Lisa and Oge as they talk to some of these women, helping you discover what it takes to lead well despite all odds. Contact: info@sheerahnetwork.com

  1. 3d ago

    Special Edition for Black History Month: Honouring our Communities

    This month we celebrate Black History Month Uk.  The theme this year is Honouring our communities and we are delighted to bring you the voices of just a few incredible leaders who are impacting their communities with the work they do.  We welcome Geoffrey, EliAnderson, Amie Buhari, Sandra Godley and Anne Wafula-Strike.  Listen as they share what inspires them to do what they do, how they keep motivated and what their hopes are for the future of their work. Connect with our guests: The information for the full podcasts is also below. Geoffrey Williams  https://rockingurteens.com   Eli Anderson linkedin.com/in/elianderson1 https://www.storyaid.uk   Anne Wafula-Strike www.annestrike.org  https://sheerahnetwork.com/podcast/an-extraordinary-life-with-anne-wafula-strike-mbe/   Amie Buhari https://www.thehebefoundation.org.uk https://sheerahnetwork.com/podcast/episode-21-leading-the-next-generation-with-amie-buhari/   Sandra Godley linkedin.com/in/sandra-godley-obe-bcaa-ba-hons-b0707912 https://sheerahnetwork.com/podcast/making-waves-in-the-arts-and-media-with-sandra-godley-obe/   Connect with us: Website: www.sheerahnetwork.com Email: info@sheerahnetwork.com The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and events here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠/events Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

  2. Aug 3

    Lifting as We Lead: Inside MDS Mentoring

    In this conversation with the Audrey, CEO and Founder of Mothers Daughters Sisters Mentoring program, we explore the inspiration behind her drive to mentor the next generation of leaders, the power of shared experience, and how lives are being changed, one young woman at a time. From a corporate career to running a community interest company, Audrey shares openly about her journey - the lessons learned, the victories and the challenges. For anyone thinking of starting or getting involved in building something that lasts, or for those already in this space, this is one to listen to. Connect with Audrey: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/audrey-bampoe Get Involved: https://mdsmentoringprogram.org/get-involved Website: https://mdsmentoringprogram.org Connect with us: Website: www.sheerahnetwork.com Email: info@sheerahnetwork.com The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and events here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠/events Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

  3. Jun 1

    Leadership in the Fast Lane with Evelkah Powell

    In this episode we are delighted to speak with Evelkah Powell, a senior leader from Motorsport UK, who is shaping her industries and inspiring the next generation.  A Black Caribbean woman currently based in Oxfordshire, her work spans inclusive leadership, building high-performing teams, and changing the culture of motorsport.  Evelkah focuses on ensuring that everyone feels like they are seen, heard, and valued in the spaces they occupy.    Connect with Evelkah Powell: Linked in: linkedin.com/in/evelkah-powell-375292183 Email: Evelkah@cohesiaconnect.co.uk   Connect with us: Website: www.sheerahnetwork.com Email: info@sheerahnetwork.com The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and events here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠/events Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

  4. Mar 2

    Hard Hats & Human Connection with Liz Baker

    From sketching floor plans of her childhood home with friends and dreaming of towering skylines, Liz Baker always knew she wanted to build something meaningful. Today, as an independent Infrastructure Management Consultant and qualified Civil Engineer, she leads major complex projects in industries where women are still underrepresented. After overcoming an early setback in her career, she rebuilt her path with resilience and determination. In this episode, Liz shares how she balances large-scale project delivery with meaningful community engagement — and why creating psychologically safe teams is key to building lasting impact. Connect with Liz Baker: ⁠linkedin.com/in/liz-baker-major-projects-and-transformation-specialist⁠ The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and events here: ⁠ www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠/events Connect with us: Website: ⁠www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠ Email: ⁠info@sheerahnetwork.com⁠ Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

  5. Jan 5

    New Year Special Edition

    Join Sheerah Network founders Oge Austin-Chukwu and Lisa Leonce for this special New Year’s edition of the Sheerah Podcast.  Find out what we’ve been up to, plans for the future and get tips for tackling a year that is filled with uncertainty and opportunity at the same time. If you find this episode helpful please recommend it to as many colleagues and friends as possible.   Connect with us: Website: www.sheerahnetwork.com Email: info@sheerahnetwork.com The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and events here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠/events Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

  6. 11/03/2025

    The Work-Life Collision and Surviving the Impact with Jayshree Jupp

    How do you respond as a leader when life and work collide? Or when a life event affects your ability to work at the same pace as before or work at all?  How can organizations effectively support their people when significant life events that can interrupt work happen instead of just focussing on productivity? We discuss this and more with Jayshree Jupp, an award-winning Executive Coach with years of experience working with individuals and organisations, helping them with proven strategies that turn workplace challenges into sustainable growth opportunities..  Connect withJay: ⁠⁠ Website: https://innerreachcoaching.co.uk/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-jupp/ The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

  7. 09/01/2025

    Thriving in spaces with limited representation - with Bolanle Johnson

    We invite you to listen to our conversation with Bolanle Johnson, a Certified Risk Professional with over a decade of experience in financial services. Currently serving as Head of First Line of Defence (1LOD) Operational Risk at the wealth management division of a leading global bank, Bolanle leads teams of risk specialists, providing expert oversight of operational risk. In spaces that are often dominated by white male colleagues, she gives insight into her values, work ethic and how she has managed spaces where there were not many like her. Connect with Bolanle: linkedin.com/in/bolanle-johnson The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

  8. 07/07/2025

    From Protest to Purpose with Natasha Johnson

    It's not often we get the chance to revisit previous guests but with the release of 'Backlash:The Murder of George Floyd', a BBC documentary about the murder of George Floyd and its aftermath, we caught up with Natasha Johnson who is featured in it. We first hosted Natasha in 2021 and you can listen to that episode here. Natasha is the Co-Founder of Anti-Racist and protest organisation, 'AllBlackLivesUK' which was founded in 2020 after the death of George Floyd. Currently working with Human Rights organisation, BRAP, which brings groundbreaking ways of thinking when discussing anti-racism and how it affects wider society, she is passionate about people and loves investigating their behaviour. Natasha has won awards with ABL and been featured in Hunger TV & the Guardian. Shed was also a finalist in the Greater Birmingham Young persons Award for 2024. For a limited time, you can watch 'Backlash: The Murder of George Floyd' on BBC using the link below or on BBCiplayer. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002c4hy Connect with Natasha: LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/natasha-johnson-35b55b203 The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu. Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

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For centuries, black women have held leadership positions in a wide variety of domains in society. They haven’t always been recognised for their achievements and many times have had to fight through mountains of challenge and injustice. We have much to learn from these everyday heroes. In this season of The Sheerah podcast, listen to Lisa and Oge as they talk to some of these women, helping you discover what it takes to lead well despite all odds. Contact: info@sheerahnetwork.com

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    The Sheerah Podacst
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
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