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Finding Your Voice: Leading with Empathy and Impact at Unilever


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In the final episode of Stories Untold, we sit down with Kate Westgate, Head of Marketing for Unilever’s Home Care division, a leader who brings empathy, clarity and purpose to every part of her work.

A people-first leader whose purpose is rooted in inspiring her family and making impactful marketing campaigns. Kate shares how she’s learned to trust her instincts, find her voice, and build teams where creativity and care go hand in hand. With honesty and warmth, she unpacks what it means to lead with intention in a fast-changing world.

  • The connection between problem-solving and marketing
  • Why true leadership means building trust, being honest, and having each other’s back
  • The importance of working smarter, not longer—long hours aren’t a badge of honour
  • Why gut instinct matters, especially when it challenges the data
  • The tenacity and determination required to push through even the toughest campaigns
  • And why the future of marketing must remain deeply human, even in a tech-led world


Hit play to discover how Kate is reshaping leadership. Driven by purpose, powered by people, and guided by gut.

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