🎧 Listen now as our host, Jada Sezer, sits down with plus size model, entrepreneur and mother of two, Iskra Lawrence.

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🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Iskra rose to fame as a plus size model and carved out space in an industry that was not built for her

• The smart, strategic moves she made behind the scenes, from negotiating contracts to protecting her worth

• How she built and monetised her social media presence, turning influence into long term income

• What it really looks like to juggle being a mother of two while growing a business

• Her honest advice on relationships, communication and setting standards for each other when you become parents

In this powerful episode of CEO MUM, Jada sits down with Iskra Lawrence to talk about building a career on your own terms and what happens when motherhood enters the picture.

Iskra opens up about her journey from model to entrepreneur, sharing how she learned to negotiate, think long term and treat her career like a business from day one. She reveals how she transformed social media into a revenue stream, why financial independence matters and the lessons she has learned about ownership and leverage.

They also dive into motherhood, from balancing brand deals and business decisions with raising two young children, to navigating partnership dynamics and setting new standards in relationships once you become parents.

This episode is a masterclass in confidence, business savvy and building a life that reflects your worth, both at work and at home.

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🎧 Listen now and hear our host, Jada Sezer's mini founder moments

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🎧 Listen now and hear our host, Jada Sezer's journey from plus-size model to mother

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🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Jada went from studying child psychology to becoming one of the UK’s first plus-size models, travelling the world and working with some of the biggest fashion brands

• How she built a loyal online community via social media and why she knew she needed safer, diversified income

• The story behind creating her own app, Mother, to help women thrive

• How she balances motherhood and work and the systems she uses to make it all work seamlessly

• Her approach to delegation and spending time on what really matters

To celebrate the start of Season 3 of the CEO MUM, host Jada Sezer sits down with award-winning journalist, producer and writer Iman Amrani to share her own story for the very first time on the podcast.

Jada takes us through her journey from studying child psychology to breaking barriers as one of the UK’s first plus-size models, living and working across the globe, and collaborating with some of the world’s most iconic brands. She shares the lessons she’s learned about confidence, resilience, and creating opportunities when none existed before.

They also dive into entrepreneurship and business building, including how Jada transformed her social media influence into a thriving business, why she's creating the Mother app, and the strategies she uses to balance running a business while raising a family. From mastering time management to delegating effectively, this episode is packed with practical, actionable advice for ambitious parents.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to embrace their uniqueness, chase their dreams, and create their own opportunities whilst navigating motherhood.

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🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:• How Ayesha left her high-powered banking career at Goldman Sachs to build Propelle• Her practical, confidence-boosting tips on how to invest smartly, even if you're just starting out• How becoming a mum changed her priorities, and the village (including nannies) she’s built around her• The real ups and downs of launching Propelle with no formal business training, just big dreams

In this episode of the CEO MUM Podcast, host Jada Sezer dives into a deeply inspiring conversation with Ayesha Ofori, Founder and CEO of Propelle, the UK’s first female-focused investment platform.

Ayesha opens up about her journey from the boardrooms of Goldman Sachs, where she realised something was deeply wrong with the way women engage (or don’t) with investing, to founding Propelle to close Britain’s gender-wealth gap.

She breaks down how she built Propelle around three pillars - education, community, and investments, making wealth-building accessible, jargon-free, and deeply personal.

They also talk about motherhood, how she prioritises both her daughters and her business, and how the support network she’s created has helped her flourish. Ayesha doesn’t shy away from the challenges of starting a fintech with limited business experience... instead, she leans into them, showing what grit really looks like.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt like they’re underqualified, underrepresented, or intimidated by finance and who wants to believe that financial freedom is possible, on their terms.

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🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

•⁠ ⁠How Rokeya turned redundancy and rejection into the launchpad for her dream brand

•⁠ ⁠The story behind building Khanum’s, a luxury, ethical fashion label with global recognition

•⁠ ⁠Her mindset secrets for scaling a side hustle into a multi-million-pound business

•⁠ ⁠How she navigates motherhood, leadership, and legacy all at once

In this episode of the CEO MUM Podcast, host Jada Sezer sits down with Rokeya Khanum, founder and director of the luxury ethical fashion brand Khanum’s, for a powerful conversation on resilience, identity, and ambition.Rokeya shares how being made redundant became the unexpected push she needed to pursue her creative vision, starting Khanum’s from her kitchen table in 2018 while raising her child and working full-time. She opens up about staying true to her values in an industry that often prioritises profit over ethics, the challenges of scaling a brand without losing its soul, and how she finds balance between being a mum and a CEO.

Together, Jada and Rokeya explore what it really takes to build something from nothing with courage, faith, and fierce determination. From rejection to red carpets, this is a story of grit, grace, and the power of believing in your purpose.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone dreaming of turning a side hustle into a sustainable business, building a legacy rooted in integrity, and redefining success on your own terms.

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🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
• How Danielle is navigating her identity as a first-time mum
• What it’s like putting motherhood before career — and figuring it all out in real time
• How she and her partner juggle parenting, work, and support
• Why friendships can shift in motherhood — and why it's normal to grieve your old life

In this episode of the CEO MUM Podcast, host Jada Sezer sits down with Danielle Peazer — creator, former pro dancer, and now first-time mum for an honest and heartfelt conversation about the quiet but powerful transformation that happens when you become a mother.

Danielle opens up about the identity shift she’s experienced since having her daughter Mia, and how she’s navigating life, career, and purpose with a whole new perspective; one that places motherhood at the centre. She shares how she and her partner are figuring it out together and the practical help they lean on.

They also get candid about friendships; how some have deepened, others have faded, and how motherhood can leave you feeling unseen even when you're surrounded by people. Danielle shares how she’s learned that sometimes, you’re not asking to be included... you just want to be remembered.

Finally, Danielle opens up about her decision to freeze her eggs while she was single, the judgment she faced, and how she’s found peace and power in doing what’s right for her, regardless of outside noise.

This is a raw, real, and deeply relatable conversation for anyone in the thick of transition, navigating uncertainty, or redefining what it means to be a woman, a mother, and still yourself.

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🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
• How The Five Hour Club is transforming the 9-5 for working parents
• Why motherhood doesn’t make you less ambitious - or less capable
• How to spot red flags in your job search as a parent
• What your workplace rights are really and how to advocate for them

In this special live-recorded episode of the CEO MUM Podcast, host Jada Sezer brings the energy of the CEO MUM community to centre stage at our live event in London on June 30th.

In front of a live audience of inspiring mothers, Jada sits down with Amy Grilli and Emma Harvey, the brilliant co-founders of The Five Hour Club - a revolutionary platform challenging outdated workplace norms and championing flexible roles for parents. Together, they dive into the limitations of the traditional workday, how it continues to alienate mothers, and why becoming a parent only strengthens your leadership potential.

Amy and Emma share the story behind The Five Hour Club, how it works, and how you can find (and secure) roles that actually fit your life - without compromising your career. They also reveal the top red flags to watch out for during the hiring process.

To close the episode, Jada welcomes back one of Season 1’s most loved guests, Jane Van Zyl, CEO of Working Families. Jane joins the stage to answer audience questions about your legal rights as a working parent, and shares her expert insight on how to navigate the world of work confidently and knowledgeably.

Whether you're job hunting, career pivoting, or building something of your own - this episode is your reminder that work should work for you.

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🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
•⁠ ⁠How Rhian transitioned from athlete to CEO
•⁠ ⁠How she balances business, wellness, and motherhood
•⁠ ⁠Why discipline is the cornerstone of designing the life you want
•⁠ ⁠How prioritising fitness, nutrition, and self-care can help you thrive as a mum and a leader

In this episode of the CEO MUM Podcast, host Jada Sezer sits down with Rhian Stephenson, nutritionist, entrepreneur, and founder of ARTAH — the wellness brand redefining the way we approach health, vitality, and balance.

Rhian opens up about her journey from professional athlete to leading one of the world’s most recognised fitness brands — and the bold decision to walk away and start from scratch with a vision that was deeply personal. She shares the why behind ARTAH, and how it was born out of her mission to make holistic wellbeing more accessible, effective, and sustainable for busy women — especially mothers.

Jada and Rhian get real about how carving out non-negotiable time for your health isn’t just a luxury — it’s essential. Rhian explains how discipline, far from being restrictive, is actually the key to unlocking freedom, clarity, and long-term fulfilment.

This is an episode for anyone who feels pulled in all directions — and is ready to take their power back, prioritise themselves, and lead with purpose.

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