Spotlight On Podcast

In this special International Women's Day episode of Spotlight On, The Barton Partnership’s Alex Dyke is joined by Rosie Campbell, Director of the Global Institute for Women's Leadership and Professor of Politics at King's College London, and Nitesh Prakash, a Partner at Bain & Company and Race Equality Board Member for Business in the Community. Together, they delve into the transformative potential of shared parental leave, discussing its benefits for gender equality and its impact on workplace culture.

Here, Rosie highlights the importance of shared parental leave in promoting involved fatherhood and breaking gender stereotypes. Nitesh discusses its corporate advantages, from driving gender equity to talent retention, while acknowledging the challenges in implementation. The discussion explores the positive societal and organisational impacts of shared parental leave and offers advice for companies considering these policies, underscoring the importance of leadership support and a culture that celebrates gender equality. 

In this episode, The Barton Partnership’s Charlotte Pairé is joined by Managing Director and Partner at L.E.K. Consulting Sheila Shah.

Sheila shares her extensive career journey and her shift from finance into the med tech sector. She emphasises the importance of digital integration in the healthcare industry and the need for med tech companies to create supportive partnerships with healthcare providers. As an advocate for diversity and inclusion in the workplace, Sheila elaborates on the importance of seeking mentorship, fostering a growth-orientated environment and overcoming imposter syndrome. 

In this episode, Nicholas Barton, Founder & CEO of The Barton Partnership, sits down with Ted Bililies, Global Head of Transformative Leadership practice at AlixPartners and author of the article 'Private Equity Needs a New Talent Strategy,' published in Harvard Business Review. An expert in leadership and organisation development, Ted discusses the evolving landscape of Private Equity, emphasising the increasing importance of leadership and talent management.

During the discussion, Ted delves into the challenges faced by the Private Equity sector in adapting to economic changes, examines the pivotal contribution of human capital partners in driving value creation, and addresses the critical role of culture in maintaining talent retention. Additionally, he offers valuable perspectives on succession planning and adapting to the shifting needs of today's diverse workforce. 

In this episode of our Women in Leadership podcast, The Barton Partnership’s Charlotte Pairé welcomes Katie McCarthy, Chief Innovation Officer at Halloran Consulting Group. 

Here, Katie discusses her extensive career in life sciences consulting, sharing her journey from clinical research to leading innovation at Halloran. She reflects on the critical experiences and challenges that have shaped her approach, emphasising the importance of adaptability and embracing change in the industry. The conversation delves into the role of disruptive innovation in clinical studies, the profound impact of mentorship on career development, and the significance of promoting diversity and inclusion within the life sciences sector.

In this episode, Kiran Rasoda, Director of The Barton Partnership's Transformation & Change practice, is joined by EOS Deal Advisory Founders Maggie Brereton and Ina Kjaer. 

Here, they delve into a number of critical topics, including the power of purposeful diversity and inclusion in shaping innovative solutions for clients, the significance of effective time management for maintaining a work-life balance, the importance of women supporting one another in the business world, and EOS Deal Advisory's ambitious mission to revolutionise their industry.

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In this episode, The Barton Partnership's Founder and CEO, Nicholas Barton, sits down with Dave Allen, Founder of Brandpie, an independent consultancy specialising in purpose-driven transformation. 

Here, he shares his career journey and experience working alongside Sir Martin Sorrell and emphasises the crucial role of corporate purpose and employee engagement, advocating for the seamless integration of purpose across all aspects of a business.

He also reflects on contemporary leadership challenges, underscoring the importance of adaptability in today's ever-evolving business landscape. Furthermore, he highlights the critical value of placing trust in your team as a catalyst for inspiration and increased employee engagement.

About Brandpie: Brandpie works with complex, multinational corporations, ambitious, fast-growth entrepreneurs and leading NGOs looking to build a purpose-led future. We work with every sector and have in-depth experience in healthcare, pharma, technology, financial services, consulting, professional services, energy, automotive, aerospace and engineering. 

Brandpie was named one of the Financial Times' leading Management Consultancies every year since 2018 and B2B Agency of the Year in North America by the Drum in 2019.

https://www.brandpie.com

In this episode, The Barton Partnership’s Ashley Gordon is joined by Managing Director, Practices and Impact at dss+, Melissa Barrett.

With extensive expertise in scientific research and sustainability consulting, Melissa shares her insights  into the essential role of leadership alignment and organisational readiness in embedding sustainability at the core of business operations. Here, she discusses the intricacies of decision-making and the growing complexities of sustainability expectations, highlighting the strategic steps leaders must take to navigate and overcome these challenges for a successful sustainable transformation.

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In this episode, Mike Fritz, Private Equity Consultant at The Barton Partnership, is joined by Andrew Wesbecher, Global VP of Sales at Traceable. Here, they delve into the world of cybersecurity and the changing landscape of sales leadership. Andrew, a highly technical leader, provides valuable insights into navigating the ever-changing cybersecurity market, tailoring leadership approaches to diverse demographics, and the significance of addressing pressing customer pain points in building successful tech companies. 

In this episode,  Ben Glitherow, Director of The Barton Partnership's Public Sector Practice is joined by Lieutenant General (Retd) Richard Nugee CB CVO CBE. 

Here, they discuss adaptable leadership, change management, and the urgent need for a dedicated climate security centre. Richard emphasises integrating eco-conscious practices for competitive advantages and cost savings while navigating legacy structures and promoting sustainability-aligned financial benefits.

General Richard Nugee has earned international recognition for bringing the implications of Climate Change and Sustainability to the Defence and National Security sectors.  After a full operational career in the British Army, as his final role he wrote a Review of Defence's approach to Climate Change and Sustainability. He is now the Non-Executive Director for Climate Change and Net Zero for the Ministry of Defence.  He has expanded this policy interest into delivery, as the Chair, Director and Advisor of a number of renewable energy and environmental sustainability start-ups. He is CEO of a medical research charity, The Scar Free Foundation, Chair of the Royal NAAFI Board, Director of his own Strategic Advisory Company, a strategic advisor to a number of consultancies and organisations, including the Hague Centre for Strategic Studies, Oxford University’s Climate Change (In)Security Project and a climate-focused venture capitalist group. 

In this episode, Harry Chamberlain (VP of The Barton Partnership’s US Private Equity Practice) is joined by Geza Garai, an experienced Chief Transformation Officer who has worked across multiple Private Equity owned portfolio companies. 

Here, they discuss the pivotal role of the CTO, spanning execution, navigating transformative challenges and fostering organisational values. Drawing from experiences during the pandemic, Geza underscores key CTO qualities – curiosity, resilience and adaptability. The conversation explores the versatility of the CTO role across industries and investment scenarios, sharing valuable insights into the multifaceted responsibilities of the Chief Transformation Officer in Private Equity.