The Chief of Staff
Behind every great leader stands an advisor, a gatekeeper, a confidant - a Chief of Staff. From military operations to new governments, from charities finding new ways to make an impact to the largest tech companies in the world; a chief of staff can be found in every sector. But what makes a great chief of staff? Through incredible stories and insightful reflections, we explore what it takes to perform at the highest level from some of the world's leading chiefs of staff. This podcast is brought to you by The Chief of Staff Association, the global peak professional body...Show more
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Mary Pickles: Chief of Staff to the Chairman of EY (UK)
<p>For our eighth episode in the series, we're joined by Mary Pickles, Chief of Staff to the Chairman of EY (UK). Supporting senior leadership at one of the world's best-known professional services firms, Mary shares her perspectives on staying grounded in leadership, building impactful relationships across big businesses, and what corporations should be doing to make society a better place.<br><br>Host: Euan Godbold<br>Guest: Mary Pickles, Chief of Staff to the Chairman of EY (UK)<br><br></p> <p>Applications to join our latest cohort of members are now open. Membership provides you access to our world-leading Chief of Staff Core Competency Programme, career-defining mentorship and the opportunity to join our Executive Education programmes at the University of Oxford and Harvard Business School. To learn more, go to <a href="https://www.csa.org/" rel="nofollow">www.csa.org</a></p>Mary Mawhinney: Chief of Staff, British Red Cross.
<p>For our seventh episode in the series, we're joined by Mary Mawhinney, Chief of Staff at the British Red Cross. With experience working as an advisor to an Australian prime minister, at the United Nations and now with the British Red Cross, Mary candidly shares her experience working across policy, politics, diplomacy, and the civil service.<br><br>Host: Euan Godbold<br>Guest: Mary Mawhinney, Chief of Staff, British Red Cross.</p> <p>Applications to join our latest cohort of members are now open. Membership provides you access to our world-leading Chief of Staff Core Competency Programme, career-defining mentorship and the opportunity to join our Executive Education programmes at the University of Oxford and Harvard Business School. To learn more, go to <a href="https://www.csa.org/" rel="nofollow">www.csa.org</a></p>Mark Darby: Chief of Staff to the CEO, Salesforce UK
<p>For our sixth episode in the series, we're joined by Mark Darby, Chief of Staff to the CEO of Salesforce UK. Harnessing his commercial experience across consulting, marketing and strategy, Mark shares his experience realising the strategic vision for Salesforce's second-biggest market. <br><br>Host: Euan Godbold<br>Guest: Mark Darby, Chief of Staff to the CEO of Salesforce UK</p> <p>Applications to join our latest cohort of members are now open. Membership provides you access to our world-leading Chief of Staff Core Competency Programme, career-defining mentorship and the opportunity to join our Executive Education programmes at the University of Oxford and Harvard Business School. To learn more, go to <a href="https://www.csa.org/" rel="nofollow">www.csa.org</a></p>Revd Ijeoma Ajibade: Chief of Staff to The Archbishop of Canterbury
<p>For our fifth episode in the series, The Chief of Staff Association’s Euan Godbold is joined by Revd Ijeoma Ajibade, Chief of Staff to The Archbishop of Canterbury. Supporting one of the world's oldest institutions, Ije shares comparisons between her role in local government to that in the church, the value of learning from companies and civil society, and guiding the vision for a leader supporting a community of 85 million people. <br><br><em>The views that Ije expresses in this podcast are entirely her own, and do not reflect the view of The Archbishop of Canterbury</em><br><br>Host: Euan Godbold<br>Guest: Revd Ijeoma Ajibade, Chief of Staff to the Archbishop of Canterbury</p> <p>Applications to join our latest cohort of members are now open. Membership provides you access to our world-leading Chief of Staff Core Competency Programme, career-defining mentorship and the opportunity to join our Executive Education programmes at the University of Oxford and Harvard Business School. To learn more, go to <a href="https://www.csa.org/" rel="nofollow">www.csa.org</a></p>