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Alison Hutchinson CBE is the CEO of Pennies, an award-winning fintech charity making digital giving easy and affordable for everyone who chooses to give as part of everyday life. Pennies could unlock £1Bn of incremental donations if every UK adult gave around 30p/week. She is also a Senior Independent Director at DFS plc, Yorkshire Building Society and Foresight Group Holdings Ltd. Alison was previously a Trustee of the Charities Aid Foundation, Non-Executive Director of Aviva Life Holdings UK and AIL (General & Health Insurance), subsidiary boards of Aviva Group plc, LV=, and of LMAX Exchange. In 2016, she was awarded a CBE for services to the economy and charities.
She has a wealth of experience in the consumer, technology and finance sector, across a variety of previous director positions.
Alison was educated at Strathclyde University where she graduated at 19 with a BSc in Technology and Business Studies. She is married with three children and loves fresh air, exercise, and quality time with her family
In this episode, Alison Hutchinson, CEO of Pennies, shares her journey from her early life in Scotland to leading a successful fintech charity that enables micro donations. She discusses the importance of values, purpose, and profit in business, the role of technology in enhancing customer experience, and the challenges faced in entrepreneurship.
Alison emphasizes the need for a strong work ethic, accountability, and the significance of community engagement in business success. In this conversation, Leigh explores the themes of leadership, community impact, and personal growth through the lens of the micro-donation movement. They discuss the importance of navigating criticism, the growth of the Pennies initiative, and the power of storytelling in engaging communities.
The conversation emphasises the balance between profit and purpose, the significance of personal leadership lessons, and the need for individuals to embrace challenges and stretch themselves for growth. Ultimately, they highlight the importance of inspiring leadership and the impact of playing one's own cards in life.
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In this episode of Inspiring Women Leaders, Sharon Peacock shares her remarkable journey from a challenging educational background to becoming a prominent figure in public health and microbiology.
She discusses the importance of early education, mentorship, and the need for societal changes to support aspirations. Sharon emphasizes the power of curiosity, resilience, and the significance of self-reflection over comparison with others.
Her story serves as an inspiration for those facing barriers in their educational and career paths. In this conversation, Leigh discusses the evolving concept of life phases, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and community engagement as we age. She highlights the significance of health and wellbeing in achieving longevity, and reflects on her leadership role in COG UK during the pandemic, showcasing the power of collaboration in science. The discussion also delves into personal experiences of grief and loss, offering insights on how to navigate these challenges while maintaining a positive outlook on life.
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We are excited to launch our charity podcast, Inspiring Women Leaders, the sister podcast to Inspiring Leadership with Jonathan Bowman-Perks MBE. Today’s special guest is 21-year-old Zara Lachlan, who will be rowing solo and unsupported this October from Portugal across 3,600 miles to French Guiana. This mainland-to-mainland attempt will allow Zara to set three world records: she will be the first female to row this crossing solo and unsupported, the youngest person to complete this crossing in any boat, and the youngest female to row from any mainland to mainland across the Atlantic Ocean in any boat (others have crossed from Africa, which is about 600 miles shorter).
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We are thrilled to launch our charity podcast, Inspiring Women Leaders, the sister podcast to Inspiring Leadership with Jonathan Bowman-Perks MBE.
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