Better Than We Found It

Welcome to season 3, episode 1 of Better Than We Found It, the go-to podcast for sustainable leadership and purpose-driven business practices.

On today's episode, we're thrilled to welcome Sarah Mukherjee MBE, CEO of IEMA, for an insightful conversation. 

Sarah's journey is remarkable, from her determined path to Oxford University to a corporate career in journalism and broadcasting with the BBC, followed by leadership roles at Water UK and CropLife UK, before becoming the Chief Executive Officer of IEMA.

In this episode, we explore Sarah's background, her career journey, and the pivotal role IEMA plays in the sustainability ecosystem. We also delve into her perspectives on leadership, policy, innovation, and sustainable transformation. Sarah shares how we can inspire and support the next wave of sustainability leaders, with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion.

Stay tuned for an engaging discussion!

Welcome to season 2, episode 12 of Better Than We Found It, the go-to podcast for sustainable leadership and purpose-driven business practices.

This week, we’re excited to be speaking to Heather Clancy, Editor At Large at GreenBiz Group.

Heather shares her insights on writing for both business and non-business audiences, the importance of embedding sustainability into the younger generation, and the global policy she would implement.

Want to know how Heather wants to leave the world better than she found it? Don’t miss this episode! 

Welcome to episode 11 of Better Than We Found It, the go-to podcast for sustainable leadership and purpose-driven business practices.

On today's show, I'm delighted to be joined by Isabel McAllister, Chief Sustainability and Compliance Officer at First Bus. Isabel has dedicated her entire career to sustainability, starting with a degree in Environmental Science and European Environmental Regulation.

Her career took shape at Mace Group, where she spent 10 years growing their sustainability function into a market leader in the built environment. Recently, she transitioned to the transport sector, joining First Bus.

We discuss Isabel's career, her transition from the built environment to transport, and effective sustainability practices. Enjoy!

Welcome to episode 10 of Better Than We Found It, the go-to podcast for sustainable leadership and purpose-driven business practices.

We’re delighted to be joined by Dan Sherrard-Smith, founder of MotherTree, a business that helps organisations and individuals make greener choices by offering support, guidance, and consultation on transitioning banking, pensions, and energy to more sustainable options.

As a serial entrepreneur, he co-founded Look After My Bills, securing the highest single investment in Dragons’ Den history. Despite some failures early in his career, his experiences in recruitment and sales have shaped him into the leader he is today.

If you're looking to make better financial choices, interested in the entrepreneurial journey of leading with purpose, or curious about innovations in sustainable finance, this episode is for you!

Welcome to season 2, episode 9 of Better Than We Found It, the go-to podcast for sustainable leadership and purpose-driven business practices.

We’re delighted to be joined by Julia Staunig, Chief Strategy Officer & MD International at Position Green, a tech and advisory sustainability consultancy. Julia has been with Position Green for several years, bringing a wealth of experience from her diverse career journey. 

In this episode, Julia shares her insights on value-based leadership and how aligning these values with your stakeholders and innovative business ideas can create immense value, profitability, and mutual success. We also discuss IoT and the future of sustainability, what attracted Julia to Position Green, and of course, how she’d like to leave it better than we found it. 

If you're interested in how to lead with purpose, the impact of strong personal and professional values, and achieving a win-win in business, this episode is for you. 

Welcome to season 2, episode 8 of Better Than We Found It, the go-to podcast for sustainable leadership and purpose-driven business practices.

We’re joined by Christèle Delbé, Non Executive Director at Southern Water and Portfolio Sustainability Leader. 

After 14 years in the telecoms industry, where she led sustainability initiatives at Orange and Vodafone, Christèle has transitioned to a diverse portfolio career. She now supports various organisations and holds a non-executive position at Southern Water.

In this episode, Christèle shares her insights on engaging key stakeholders in sustainability, securing a NED position, and using sustainability as a strategic tool to elevate business.

Whether you're curious about transitioning from a corporate role to a portfolio career, seeking insights on securing your first non-executive appointment, or passionate about sustainability and driving value creation within businesses, this episode is a must-listen.

Welcome to season 2, episode 7 of Better Than We Found It, the go-to podcast for sustainable leadership and purpose-driven business practices.

This week, we’re exploring the intriguing journey of George Roffey, Chief Sustainability Officer at Centrus. 

Having started as a teacher, we discuss how he has transferred these skills into his role as CSO, the importance of trust and collaboration, and the intersection of sustainability and your people.

Listen to find out why the legacy he wants to leave is personal. 

Welcome to season 2 episode 6 of Better Than We Found It, the go-to podcast for sustainable leadership and purpose-driven business practices.

This week Jim Massey, Chief Sustainability Officer joins us to discuss the role of clarity and empowerment, staying true to your values, how transformation starts within yourself and, of course, how he wants to leave it better than he found it.

This is not an episode you’ll want to miss!

Welcome to season 2, episode 5 of Better Than We Found It, the go-to podcast for sustainable leadership and purpose-driven business practices.

Christine Uri, Founder of ESG for In-house Counsel, shares her tips for entering the sustainability field, navigating sustainability in a corporate environment and her thoughts on finding meaning in business.

Listen to this captivating episode and find out how Christine wants to leave it better than we found it. 

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ESG for In-House Counsel

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Welcome to season 2 episode 4 of Better Than We Found It, the go-to podcast for sustainable leadership and purpose-driven business practices.

In this episode, we’re joined by Louise Scott, Chief Operating Officer, Sustainability at PwC. We discuss the importance of internal mobility and flexibility, the role of authenticity in leadership and how PwC have turned an unused fire station into a social enterprise hub, and how Lousie intends on leaving it better than we found it. 

Don’t miss this insightful episode!