Steph Taylor is the CEO of Leeds Community Foundation and a respected leader across philanthropy, funding and social change. Her leadership has been shaped by working-class roots, strong women and a deep belief in inclusion. 

In this conversation with Jo, Steph reflects on growing up in a diverse community in Leeds, navigating class and leadership, and the challenge of staying authentic in rooms shaped by power and privilege. She speaks passionately about representation and using lived experience as a strength rather than a weakness. 

This episode is for anyone trying to lead without losing themselves. Steph’s story will inspire you to swim against the tide of conformity and bring your whole self into the spaces that need change. 

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