In this episode of Women Who Make It Happen, host Sue Saunders talks with Indhira Mani, Chief Data Officer at RSA, about her career journey and what real leadership looks like.From mentors who believed in her, to embracing failure as a teacher, to building diverse and inclusive teams, Indi shares lessons that every leader can learn from.

🔥 Why Watch?If you want real insights on leadership, resilience, and diversity in action, this episode is for you

In this episode of Women Who Make It Happen, host Michelle Khan sits down with Layla Hamidian, Head of Property Finance Sales & Servicing, and Emma Bilan, Head of Property Finance at NOMO, to explore what it really means to lead with empathy, build inclusive teams, and balance ambition with authenticity.

🔥 Why Watch?

Whether you're rising in leadership, raising a family, or navigating both at once, Layla and Emma bring honest reflections, practical advice, and a fresh take on what modern success really looks like.

This episode is your reminder that you don’t have to choose between career and life, you can make both happen.

In this episode of Women Who Make It Happen, host Sue Saunders sits down with Vicky Stubbs, M.D. Compliance at Barclays UK, non-executive director, mentor, and seasoned leader in risk, compliance, and corporate governance.

Together, they dive into how compliance has evolved from a legalistic, tick-box process into a data-driven powerhouse, why building teams around strengths unlocks performance, and how Vicky’s career path, spanning small building societies, fintech, and big banking, shaped her leadership style.

With candour, clarity, and a passion for developing people, Vicky shares her journey from transforming risk functions in small firms to combining compliance expertise with technology in fintech, all while championing authenticity, adaptability, and collaboration.

🔥 Why Watch?

If you want real-world insight into leading authentically, creating strong teams, and turning compliance into a strategic advantage, this episode is for you.

Vicky’s story is rich with practical advice, inspiring career lessons, and strategies you can apply right away.

In this episode of Women Who Make It Happen, host Michelle Khan sits down with Victoria Sena, Non-Executive Director, Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee at Truspine Technologies, and Founder of Cherrybank Consulting, to explore how a career built on curiosity, courage and strategy can shape industries and drive impact.From writing policy in Whitehall and representing the UK on energy reform, to leading AI conversations in financial advice and empowering new talent, Victoria shares the mindset behind her multifaceted success.
🔥 Why Watch?Whether you’re early in your career, considering a pivot, or leading change from the top - Victoria’s story is packed with practical lessons and fresh perspective.This episode is your guide to making bold moves, trusting your instincts, and creating space for others to rise.

In this episode of Women Who Make It Happen, host Michelle Khan sits down with Helen Bierton, Everyday Banking Director at Lloyds Bank and former Olympic archer, to uncover what it truly takes to balance high performance in sport, leadership and life.With over 25 years in banking and a life shaped by elite competition, Helen shares the mindset and habits that fuel her journey, from the archery field to the executive table.

🔥 Why Watch?If you’ve ever wondered how to bring Olympic-level focus to your everyday work, or how to lead with impact without losing your authenticity, Helen’s story will move you.This episode is packed with practical insights, powerful reflections, and the kind of inspiration that sticks with you.

In this episode of Women Who Make It Happen, host Sue Saunders sits down with Nidhi Agarwal, Chief Model Risk Officer at Virgin Money and a trailblazer in financial services, AI and inclusive leadership.

Together, they dive into what it takes to stay relevant in a rapidly changing industry, why stepping out of your comfort zone is non-negotiable, and how Nidhi’s love for innovation is shaping the future of banking.

With candour, clarity and a real passion for progress, Nidhi shares her journey from automating analytics at HSBC to reimagining the next generation of model risk, all while championing inclusion and cheering on the next wave of STEM talent.

🔥 Why Watch?

If you’re curious about what the future of banking looks like, how AI is reshaping decision-making, or how to lead with both purpose and precision, this episode is for you.

Nidhi’s story is packed with insight, honesty and a serious dose of inspiration.

In this episode of Women Who Make It Happen, host Michelle Khan sits down with Claire Barratt, Executive Director at BCB Group, to explore what it really looks like to evolve your career across traditional banking, fintech and crypto, without losing your sense of direction.

With two decades in financial services and a passion for continuous growth, Claire shares how she’s navigated career pivots, championed diversity and embraced the fast-paced world of digital assets, all while staying grounded in her values.

🔥 Why Watch?

If you’ve ever felt unsure about making a career change or questioned if your path makes sense, Claire’s story will hit home.

She brings clarity, curiosity and a refreshingly honest take on leadership in a fast-changing industry.

In this episode of Women Who Make It Happen, host Sue Saunders makes her debut with none other than Kym Hudson, MD of KCH Consultants Ltd, an executive leader with a remarkable track record in banking, operations, and transformation.

Together, they unpack what it really takes to thrive in senior leadership, the power of mentorship, and the personal resilience behind a career built on grit, heart and hard-won wisdom.

With humour, honesty, and insight, Kym shares how she navigated a promotion, pregnancy, and an MBA and why building diverse, values-driven teams is non-negotiable in 2025.

🔥 Why Watch?

If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with impact while staying true to yourself, or how to balance your ambition with the rest of life, this episode will speak to you.

Kym’s story is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention and leadership that lasts.

In this episode of Women Who Make It Happen, host Michelle Khan sits down with Sophie Dupré-Echeverria, Chief Risk & Compliance Officer at GIB Asset Management, for a refreshingly honest conversation about bold career moves, authentic leadership and what inclusion really looks like behind the scenes.

With a career spanning global institutions and a deep commitment to purpose-led leadership, Sophie shares how she navigated ambition, broke through barriers in financial services and built a career rooted in growth and integrity.

🔥 Why Watch?

• If you’ve ever felt like you had to play a role to succeed, or questioned if you’re ready for the next step, Sophie’s story will resonate deeply.
• She brings clarity, humility and a fresh take on how leaders can evolve without losing who they are.

Join Anna Massey in this eye-opening episode of Women Who Make It Happen, featuring Vikki Greatorex, General Counsel at NIBC Bank and a legal leader with deep expertise in cross-border finance, corporate governance and regulatory compliance.

With a career spanning top-tier law firms and in-house leadership, Vikki brings sharp insight, and refreshing honesty, about what it really takes to lead in today’s fast-changing business world.

🔥 Why Watch?

• This episode is a must-watch for anyone navigating leadership in complex environments, especially where regulation, innovation, and people all collide.
• Whether you’re in legal, tech, or team leadership, Vikki’s take will challenge and inspire you to rethink control, collaboration, and trust.