Episode 28 - Nicola Freemantle-Phillips, Senior Consultant Baringa & Partners

Welcome to The Impact Room podcast, where we're thrilled to have Holly in conversation with the remarkable Nicola Freemantle-Phillips. Nicola brings a wealth of experience as a senior leader in the energy and utilities industry, currently serving as a Senior Consultant at Baringa and a passionate advocate for diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI). She is also a CMI accredited Chartered Manager.

With 18 years of experience in the energy sector, Nicola is not only an authentic senior operations leader but also a staunch advocate for good leadership and DEI. She champions women's sports, particularly women's football, and carries an unwavering optimism for a brighter world.

In this insightful episode, Nicola delves into a range of thought-provoking topics, including:

• Hybrid Working and its Impact on Diversity and Inclusion: Explore how the evolving landscape of hybrid work models affects DEI, value creation, and being present in the workplace.

• Addressing the Gender Pay Gap: Nicola shares insights on tackling the gender pay gap and supporting women in the workforce, especially those who have faced unique challenges in recent years.

• The Business Case for DEI Initiatives: Discover the undeniable business case for equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives. Nicola emphasizes the importance of research, audience understanding, and respectful curiosity in driving meaningful change.

• Putting People First: Nicola highlights the significance of prioritizing the needs of your people and fostering an environment where individuals can be their best selves, emphasizing trust, psychological security, and addressing imposter syndrome.

Join us in this enlightening conversation that explores the intersection of leadership, DEI, and the energy industry. The Impact Room from Douglas Jackson is your source for diverse and impactful leadership insights. Tune in and gain wisdom from Nicola Freemantle-Phillips in this compelling episode, if you would prefer to watch the session, you can do that here.  #diversity #inclusion #energy #seniorleadership #diverseleadership #trust #equality #theimpactroom #diverseleaders #wisdom #sharing #culture #change #hybrid #utilities #impostersyndrome