In the sixth and final episode of Built By Difference, Christina Savvas is joined by Business Planning Lead, Louise Hooper, for a conversation about ambition, imposter syndrome and having the courage to step into something new.

From walking into corporate finance at just 19, to spending years advising entrepreneurs on high-stakes transactions, Louise reflects on building credibility in male-dominated spaces, overpreparing to prove her value, and learning that confidence does not always come naturally, but can be built over time. She shares how her parents’ sacrifices shaped her drive, why staying at home during university was the right decision for her, and how navigating discomfort has defined key turning points in her career.

Now shaping financial strategy and long-term growth at Skewb, Louise talks about stepping out of comfort, backing yourself before you feel ready, and what it means to thrive in an environment where women are not only present, but leading.

This is an honest and thoughtful close to our first series, exploring growth, resilience and the power of backing yourself, even when your inner voice tells you otherwise.

Press play to hear how Louise defines ambition, and why sometimes the bravest move is choosing to take the next step.

In our next episode of Built By Difference, Christina Savvas sits down with Anna to explore what it really means to earn your seat on merit, not as a token presence, but because you bring perspective, capability and impact.

From her work at Skewb to her non-executive roles, and completing a PhD alongside it all, Anna shares how she has navigated leadership spaces with confidence, clarity and conviction. She reflects on being underestimated, proving value through delivery, and why making a genuine difference matters more than titles.

This is an honest, thoughtful conversation about credibility, courage and carving your own path, even when you’re the only one who looks like you at the table.

Press play to hear how Anna defines impact, and why earning your seat is only the beginning.

In this empowering episode of Built By Difference, we sit down with Harriet Chunu‑McClatchey - Style Coach™ and Founder of Radiant Styling - for a powerful conversation about personal brand, confidence and the impact of showing up as your truest self.

Harriet shares how intentionally shaping how others perceive you can elevate your credibility, influence and opportunities. She unpacks the true ‘secret sauce’ of personal branding: the energy you project, the consistency in how you communicate and the alignment between your words, actions and presence.

Whether you’re building your career, leading teams or redefining your path, this episode offers practical insight and inspiring encouragement to help you step into your most authentic, intentional and confident self.
Tune in to explore how to strengthen your own personal brand.

From sofa‑surfing apprentice to sector leader, Nic Evans shares how resilience, authenticity and brave career moves shaped her 37‑year journey - now Director of Gas Transition & Futures and only the second female President of IGEM. Press play for hard‑won lessons and fresh energy.

In this episode, Christina Savvas speaks with Nic about her early beginnings, navigating male‑dominated environments, finding the courage to change direction, and why authenticity matters more than ever for women in utilities. Nic also reflects on leading a 100‑strong team at Skewb, balancing work and family, prioritising wellbeing, and staying hungry to learn even decades into her career.

This is an inspiring, honest conversation about growth, leadership and the power of different experiences in shaping stronger organisations. Tune in to hear Nic’s story and her refreshing outlook on the future.

In this episode of the Skewdio Podcast, Christina Savvas sits down with Corin Crane, Chief Executive of the Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce, to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing businesses today. From rising costs and recruitment issues to international trade and business confidence, Corin shares insights from representing over 1,000 local businesses. We also explore what makes the region unique, the importance of retaining talent, and why stability and clarity are essential for businesses to grow and thrive.

In this latest episode of Built By Difference, Christina Savvas sits down with Eloise Blaxall, Quality & Compliance manager at Skewb, for a powerful and deeply human conversation about resilience, culture, identity and carving your own path.

Eloise’s story spans borders - from a multicultural childhood in the Midlands and Montenegro, to living in Bosnia as a teenager, navigating unexpected life changes, and redefining her professional direction with determination and courage.

Welcome to Built By Difference -  Skewb’s new podcast series celebrating the people, stories, and experiences that shape who we are.

In our debut episode, host Christina Savvas sits down with Skewb co‑founder Indu Seshadri for an honest conversation about people‑first leadership, resilience, culture, and the remarkable journey that led to a major milestone at Skewb: a workforce that is now 53% women -  not by target, but by outcome.

From early life experiences in India to navigating career, family, entrepreneurship, and the realities of building a business in a new country, Indu reflects on the mindset, values, and lived moments that continue to define Skewb’s culture today.

In this week’s podcast episode, we sit down with Skewb's new People and Transformation Director, Joe Parkes, for an honest conversation about what it really takes to lead people through change. Joe shares the unexpected journey that took him from aspiring lawyer to HR leader, the early experiences that shaped his views on transformation, and why real‑world learning matters just as much as theory.

From navigating complex organisational change at Network Rail to developing resilience through the adoption process, Joe opens up about the moments that strengthened his belief in empathy, balance and listening as core leadership skills. If you want to understand the human side of transformation - and what people‑first leadership looks like in practice - this episode is a must‑listen.

Emily Timmins, Director of Water Recycling at Anglian Water, leads with vision, energy and a deep sense of purpose in one of the most critical areas of national infrastructure. With a passion for environmental stewardship, engineering excellence and championing women in utilities, Emily has played a pivotal role in transforming wastewater management.

In this episode, Emily shares her journey, her leadership philosophy, and the innovations shaping the future of water recycling.

In the latest episode in The Skewdio, we sit down with Chris Rhodes to talk about Men’s mental health.

Chris shares how far we’ve come in the last 10–20 years - how talking openly about struggles is now seen as strength, not weakness. He reflects on his own health challenges and why breaking the stereotype of “always being strong” is so important for us as men, whether as partners, parents, or professionals.