In this episode of the Inspiring Working Lives podcast, we sit down with Mark Smith, who went from being one of Ada College’s first students to now shaping its programs as part of the staff team. Mark shares his journey of growth, resilience, and the full-circle moments that define his story. 

We talk about Ada’s growth from a single sixth form to a multi-region college, the challenges of tech education, and how Mark approaches leadership, social purpose, and turning ideas into real opportunities.