This week, we sit down with Julie Baker, Head of Strategic Partnerships at NatWest Group.

Julie shares her inspiring 42-year journey from aspiring PE teacher to a leading role at NatWest, and her dedication to empowering women in business.

Discover the power of sponsorship, the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone, and how building the right networks can lead to success.


Listen to learn:
-The importance of investing in women-led businesses
-The collective efforts needed to empower female entrepreneurs.
-The life-changing impact of mentorship, peer support, and community-driven efforts
-How Julie creatively balanced her career with motherhood

You can now nominate for the 2025 Northern Power Women Awards to be in with a chance of celebrating with changemakers, trailblazers and advocates on 6th March 2025! Nominate now at wearepower.net

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Ever wondered how a four-day workweek could revolutionise your workplace?

This week, we’re joined by Alison Dunn, our 2024 Levelling Up Leader and CEO of Citizens Advice Gateshead, who’s done just that.

She takes us through her incredible career journey and shares how the Northern Power Women Awards supercharged her organisation’s mission.

Alison’s passion shines through as she encourages leaders to stand up for their communities and always think about the real people behind their decisions.

Listen to learn:

• How Alison is fighting poverty and driving economic growth in Gateshead.
• The urgent need to tackle staff burnout.
• Why support services should be available to everyone, no matter their situation.
• How introducing a four-day workweek turned sceptics into believers.

You can now nominate for the 2025 Northern Power Women Awards to be in with a chance of celebrating with changemakers, trailblazers and advocates on 6th March 2025! Nominate now at wearepower.net

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Join us this week as we chat with Hayley Roberts, CEO of Distology and our 2024 Outstanding Entrepreneur Winner!

Hayley shares the emotional story behind winning the award and what it means to her.

Discover the importance of staying true to yourself how being authentic has led to Hayley's achievements.

And she shares her nostalgic love for perms and why she’s still proud of her hair days gone by!

Listen to learn:
- The challenges and rewards of building a tech business in the North
- The power of being yourself
- Why it's essential to keep pushing boundaries
- How to celebrate your achievements and not be afraid to share your wins

You can now nominate for the 2025 Northern Power Women Awards to be in with a chance of celebrating with changemakers, trailblazers and advocates on 6th March 2025! Nominate now at wearepower.net

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