In Episode 2 of Finding Your North Star, Accounting & Finance student Saba Sherafat sits down with Kai Ojo, CEO of Planisware UK and Chair of Salford Business School's Industry Advisory Board.

Drawing on his own journey from engineering into senior leadership, Kai shares the experiences that shaped his career and the lessons he wishes he'd known earlier. They discuss how leadership evolves over time, the growing importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and why technical expertise alone is no longer enough for long-term success.

The conversation also explores the opportunities and challenges created by artificial intelligence, how students can develop confidence alongside capability and what employers are really looking for as technology continues to reshape the world of work.

From navigating career decisions to building skills that last beyond graduation, this episode offers thoughtful insights for students and early-career professionals looking to find their own direction.

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