Philippa Girling: Leading Change with Authenticity and Diversity

Welcome to Tone from the Top. I believe that transformative change starts with a tone set by leadership. I'm your host, Summer Ireland, and together we'll dive into the journeys of incredible leaders from world-changing companies. My hope is that through their stories of success and the challenges they've overcome, you'll gain insights and inspiration to shape your own leadership journey.

In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Philippa Girling, whose insights have completely changed my mindset on how to effectively drive transformations. Philippa spent over 25 years in the financial services industry, serving in various leadership roles. She is now the Chair and CEO at Camp Panier, a company focused on creating equitable spaces for women.

Philippa emphasizes the importance of building diverse teams with a growth mindset and creating inclusive spaces because people perform at their best when they can show up as their authentic selves. We explore her journey from traditional banking to leading Varo Bank through its transformation to become the first neobank to attain a national bank charter.

Philippa offers valuable advice to leaders on amplifying their voice for others, being vulnerable and authentic, and surrounding yourself with the right team. We also delve into how emotions can be leveraged as a superpower for leaders. She provides tactical guidance on implementing a change management framework, addressing resistors of change, and building champions for change.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into building diverse, high-performing teams to effectively manage change and risk while learning how to create inclusive environments that foster genuine connections. Tune in to discover more about Philippa’s journey and her unique approach to leadership.