Episode 54 - Jane Smith, Chief People Officer, Curo Housing, Formerly of BT, People Director and Tesco

Welcome to The Impact Room on Podbean. your host, Michelle Ansell, Managing Partner at Douglas Jackson is joined by a remarkable leader in the world of People and HR, Jane Smith. Currently Chief People Officer at Curo Homes, Jane has had an illustrious career, previously holding senior leadership roles at BT, Mothercare, and Tesco.

What sets Jane apart is her unique ability to bridge the gap between HR and commercial operations, and today we’ll dive into her fascinating journey, including her time as the only foreign female director in a highly hierarchical, male-dominated environment in South Korea. Jane will share her insights on leadership, adaptability, and the evolving role of the Chief People Officer in driving both people and business success Jane also talks passionately about the benefits and opportunities in job shares and job sharing so if this is something you and your organisation are considering you must listen to this

I’m excited to explore these topics and more, so stay tuned—it’s going to be a fantastic conversation. 

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