We invite you to listen to our conversation with Bolanle Johnson, a Certified Risk Professional with over a decade of experience in financial services. Currently serving as Head of First Line of Defence (1LOD) Operational Risk at the wealth management division of a leading global bank, Bolanle leads teams of risk specialists, providing expert oversight of operational risk. In spaces that are often dominated by white male colleagues, she gives insight into her values, work ethic and how she has managed spaces where there were not many like her.

Connect with Bolanle: linkedin.com/in/bolanle-johnson

The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu.

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization. 

It's not often we get the chance to revisit previous guests but with the release of 'Backlash:The Murder of George Floyd', a BBC documentary about the murder of George Floyd and its aftermath, we caught up with Natasha Johnson who is featured in it. We first hosted Natasha in 2021 and you can listen to that episode here.

Natasha is the Co-Founder of Anti-Racist and protest organisation, 'AllBlackLivesUK' which was founded in 2020 after the death of George Floyd. Currently working with Human Rights organisation, BRAP, which brings groundbreaking ways of thinking when discussing anti-racism and how it affects wider society, she is passionate about people and loves investigating their behaviour. Natasha has won awards with ABL and been featured in Hunger TV & the Guardian. Shed was also a finalist in the Greater Birmingham Young persons Award for 2024.

For a limited time, you can watch 'Backlash: The Murder of George Floyd' on BBC using the link below or on BBCiplayer.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002c4hy

Connect with Natasha:

LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/natasha-johnson-35b55b203

The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu.

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization. 

Paralympian and Disability Rights campaigner, Anne Wafula Strike MBE, (www.annestrike.org ) is an example of courage, commitment and determination that challenges misconceptions about disability. Anne likes to inspire achievement and excellence across a broad range of life situations through motivational talks and appearances that encourages others to overcome difficulties and maximise their potential. In 2004 Anne became amongst the first wheelchair racers from sub-Sahara Africa to compete in wheelchair Racing at the Paralympics.   In this episode we hear first hand about her life, her work and why she lives her life with a purpose to inspire people facing challenges to tap into the latent power that lies within them.

Connect with Anne:

 www.annestrike.org 

 www.olympia-wafulafoundation.org 

Linked in: linkedin.com/in/anne-wafula-strike-mbe-ply-31938125

The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu.

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization. 

You are in for a treat! Our guest in this episode is Dr Jasmine Leonce, consultant Obstetrician and National Maternity Advisor for NHS England. Jasmine features in Episode Two of our Legacy Series which premiere's on 15th March in Hitchin, England.

Hear first-hand about her journey from a tiny island in the Caribbean to one of the most prominent roles in maternal healthcare in England. Information about how you can see the premiere can be found here.

https://www.sheerahnetwork.com/events

Connect with Jasmine: LinkedIn

The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu.

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization. 

Join us (Lisa and Oge) as we share highlights from 2024, give proven tips for making 2025 a productive and memorable year and tell you what's coming up this year!

For more information about a group coaching offer and other exciting events please visit to our ⁠⁠events page ⁠⁠

The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging Global majority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Music written and performed by Daniel Austin-Chukwu.

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization. 

In this episode we have a special treat as we host Zanthia Wiley, an Associate Professor of Medicine in the prestigious Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia.  Zanthia has been a ‘first’ more than once and holds several leadership roles. Passionate about mentoring the next generation, Zanthia’s love for people shines through in all that she does.  Our conversation will leave you with lots of leadership insight and wisdom

Connect with Zanthia:  [email protected]

For more information about a group coaching offer and other exciting events please visit to our ⁠events page ⁠

The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

Music written and performed by Shona Austin-Chukwu.

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization. 

Our conversation with Chabu and Chris, co-founders of Equipact Consulting was rich with insight and wisdom.  This is the first time we have had two male leaders on our podcast so don’t miss this episode!  We touched on a lot of topics including how men can contribute to the experience of women in leadership, thriving as ‘the only one in the room’ and creating and making use of safe spaces.

Connect with Chabu Chipampe: 

linkedin.com/in/chabu-chipampe

[email protected]

Connect with Chris Hyliger: 

linkedin.com/in/chris-hyliger-45b6b7168

[email protected]

For more information about a group coaching offer and other exciting events please visit to our ⁠events page ⁠

The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

Music written and performed by Shona Austin-Chukwu.

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization. 

Join us (Lisa Leonce and Dr Oge Austin-Chukwu) as we revisit some common themes that have come up in previous conversations with female Black and Minority Ethnic leaders and explore our achievements so far. There's some news about our upcoming documentary series and an exciting new offer you can't afford to miss!

Connect with us: [email protected]

For more information about the offer mentioned in the podcast go to our events page

The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here:

⁠⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠⁠

Music written and performed by Shona Austin-Chukwu.

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization. 

In this episode, we are joined by Sandra Godley OBE, a Media Personality, Host, Philanthropist,  Broadcaster for the BBC, and  multi-award award-winning Singer/Songwriter.  Sandra’s career has included several senior leadership roles and she has performed to audiences of thousands in many nations including venues such as the iconic Roundhouse, Manchester Arena, The House of Commons, and CBS Arena.  In January 2024, Sandra received an OBE for her charity work and music. 

Find out about Sandra’s’ incredible journey and how she manages to stay real and grounded in spite of her success.

Connect with Sandra:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sandra-godley-obe-bcaa-b0707912

Email: [email protected]

The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here:

⁠⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠⁠

Music written and performed by Shona Austin-Chukwu

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization. 

Join our panel of women leaders as we celebrate International Women's Day 2024. The theme this year is Inspire Inclusion. Our guests are Darshana Bawa - Associate non-executive Director, Charmaine McQueen-Prince - Solicitor , Vanessa Dixon - Mental Health Coach and Maggie Ogunbanwo - Author, speaker, motivator, Board Member. Hear some personal stories, frank conversation about what inspiring inclusion looks like, what still needs to change, as well as tips about how to develop your leadership.

Connect with our guests:

Darshana: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/darshana-bawa-4bb98224

Charmaine : https://www.linkedin.com/in/charmaine-mcqueen-prince-ba-hons-pgdl-assocrics-firpm-76101418/

Vanessa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-dixon-3a9aa72b/

Maggie Ogunbanwo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggie-ogunbanwo-161a652

The Sheerah Podcast is a production of The Sheerah Network, an organisation committed to developing and encouraging black and ethnic minority women leaders to lead with confidence and excellence.  We run Leadership focus groups, online courses and one-to-one coaching for women in middle to top level leadership or management.  Check out our resources and offers here:

⁠http://www.sheerahnetwork.com⁠

Music written and performed by Shona Austin-Chukwu

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.

Disclaimer:  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals interviewed and does not necessarily represent the views of the hosts or of the Sheerah Network organization.