Ways Women Lead - 6 Group

Ways Women Lead - 6 Group

por Anna Gromadzka
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Temporada 2
Episode 9 - Impact Over Ego: Navigating Bias, Burnout, and the Future of Boardroom Leadership
Monica Mauri is a seasoned CHRO and Board Member with over 20 years’ experience driving growth, transformation, and M&A success for multi-billion-euro organisations, including ERIKS, Staples Solutions, and Randstad. Most recently, as CHRO and Board Member at ERIKS, she steered a 10,000-strong workforce through a major turnaround while increasing female representation in senior management from 8% to 25% in just two years. Her extensive background includes leading HR during the strategic carve-out of Staples Solutions from its previous ownership and overseeing the €7 billion worldwide HR integration of Vedior for Randstad. Monica holds an MBA from Bocconi University and a degree in Social and Occupational Psychology from the University of Padua, supplemented by executive education from INSEAD, Harvard Business School, and IMD. She is a recognised expert, passionate about building high-performing, inclusive organisational cultures. In this episode, we discuss: Why high performance requires intentional recovery to avoid the 80% executive burnout trap. How Monica moved the needle on senior female management from 8% to 25% in just two years, and why. The playbook for earning trust and alignment at the Board level. A candid look at overcoming the barriers that still exist for executive women.
T2 · E9
31 mar 2026
33:40
Episode 8 - People-First Leadership: The Real Driver of Organisational Success
Alisa Di Beasi, VP and Chief Human Resources Officer at PHINIA People-First Leadership: The Real Driver of Organisational Success Alisa Di Beasi is Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at PHINIA, a global developer and manufacturer of premium fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions for light and commercial vehicles and industrial applications. Alisa was appointed VP and CHRO for PHINIA in 2023. Prior to this appointment, she served as Vice President, Global Human Resources for two BorgWarner businesses (most recently Fuel Systems and Aftermarket), joining the manufacturer in 2020. While at BorgWarner, she led the Delphi Technologies integration, a significant portion of which became PHINIA. A 25-year HR Business Partner veteran, Alisa possesses experience across a wide range of industries, including steel, robotics, industrial automation, smart technologies, and electronic manufacturing. She has held leadership roles in both large global corporations and emerging companies. Prior to joining BorgWarner, Alisa worked for ABB AG and Robert Bosch GmbH, with assignments in North America, Europe, and India. While at ABB, she served as Global Vice President, Human Resources for its Low Voltage, Smart Buildings, and Smart Charging business unit. Alisa’s passion is developing transformational strategies to engage and develop talent. Anna and Alisa dive into what it really takes to build a people-first culture — one where employees are heard, seen, and empowered to grow, add value, and drive organisational success. From mentorship and mobility to listening deeply at every level, Alisa shares what it means to lead with authenticity and humility, while delivering strong organisational performance.
T2 · E8
22 oct 2025
38:04
Episode 7 - Collaboration & Agility Will Drive Leadership in the Automotive Industry
Laurence Noël – Executive Vice President, Head of Automotive at Capgemini, and Board Member at Bcomp and Qinomic Laurence Noël is a distinguished leader in the automotive industry, with over 25 years of experience driving innovation, transformation, and sustainability. She is currently Executive Vice President, Head of Automotive at Capgemini, and serves as a Board Member at Bcomp, a cleantech company pioneering lightweight natural fibre-based reinforcement technologies, and Qinomic, which develops retrofitting solutions to convert internal vehicle combustion engines into electric powertrains. Before joining Capgemini, Laurence spent over 25 years at PSA Group and Stellantis, where she held senior roles across Research & Development, Corporate Planning, Business Development, and Business Leadership, leading business units across Asia and globally from Europe. At Stellantis, she spearheaded the creation of the Circular Economy Business Unit, establishing a groundbreaking business model focused on sustainability and resource efficiency. Laurence is deeply passionate about business transformation, sustainability, emerging technologies, and the future of mobility. She is a strong advocate for empowering individuals and fostering inclusive environments where innovation can thrive. Her contributions to the industry have been recognised and honoured, and in 2018, she was awarded the prestigious title of Knight of the Legion of Honour, conferred by Louis Gallois. In this episode, Anna and Laurence explored what it takes to stay competitive and innovative in a landscape where traditional advantages are no longer enough. They discussed the changing competitive dynamics, supply chain volatility, circular economy, and automotive talent.
T2 · E7
5 ago 2025
35:06
Episode 6 - Navigating Industry Disruptions & Leading Transformative Growth
In this episode of Ways Women Lead, we explore transformational leadership with Monika Maurer, an accomplished executive with over 25 years in telecommunications, technology, and manufacturing. Monika shares insights from her experience as Nokia's COO and CEO of Radio Frequency Systems, where she led complex business transformations during periods of industry disruption. With senior leadership roles at Nokia, RFS, Alcatel-Lucent, and board positions at Valmet and Atos, Monika brings a valuable perspective on organisational resilience and future-proofing strategies. Starting in R&D at Alcatel after studying physics and chemistry, she rose to leadership positions managing global operations, supply chains, and digital transformation initiatives. As industries face disruptive competition, emerging technologies, and geopolitical challenges, Monika's expertise in navigating transformational change offers timely wisdom for today's business leaders.
T2 · E6
9 abr 2025
37:36
Episode 5 - Customer-Centricity in Automotive
In this episode, we explore the importance of customer-centricity in the automotive supplier industry with Melanie Schuttenberg, Vice President of Business Development Europe and Managing Director Germany at Flex Automotive. Melanie shares insights and advice from her career on building strong customer relationships, anticipating changing customer needs, fostering a customer-centric mindset across all teams—not just sales—and leading teams towards success in the automotive supplier industry. Melanie has been working within the automotive industry for nearly 20 years. She has progressed through roles of increasing responsibility, gaining experience at leading global organisations such as TRW, Magna, and most recently Flex, which she joined in 2015. She is also an Advisory Board Member at TAJCO, a leading supplier of premium exterior trim solutions for the global automotive industry.
T2 · E5
24 jul 2024
25:15
Episode 4 - Shaping the Future: Women in Power and Diversity in Corporate Spaces
Micha Goebig is the founder and CEO of GO BIG Coaching &Communications, executive coach and strategist. Micha is a multi-certified coach, bilingual keynote speaker and published author. She serves on the Forbes Coaches Council, the Advisory Board of Wonder Women Tech, and the speaker team of TEDxSeattle. She also collaborates frequently with Women Automotive Network where she interviews female leaders and emcees online and in-person events. Drawing on more than two decades of expertise within the sector, Micha has run hundreds of workshops, primarily on topics of cultural fluency and the empowerment of women in male-dominated work environments. She is known for her signature coaching program, in which participants learn to build consistent confidence, greater visibility, and effective self-advocating strategies. Join us in this enlightening episode where we delve into how women can enhance their leadership skills and discover empowerment through solidarity. Anna and Micha also discuss the differences between coaching and mentoring, and share tips on how to maximize the benefits of your sessions. Tune in to discover more.
T2 · E4
10 abr 2024
33:11
Episode 3- Revving Up: Tech-Driven Automotive and Evolving Automotive Leadership
Maria is a Senior Executive with over 15 years of experience leading high-performing teams in product, technology, UX design, and data science/analytics. Currently a Senior Vice President of Software Product Management at Stellantis, a global automotive company known for producing car brands such as Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Fiat, Jeep®, Maserati, among others. Maria focuses on building the future of Mobility Tech within the organisation. Maria’s team oversees off- and onboard software experiences, collaborating with a 2000+ strong engineering team. Prior to her current role, during her 8 years with Amazon, Maria served as Head of Product/CPO for Amazon Regional Tools, Amazon Fashion, and most recently, Amazon International Expansions. She successfully built high-performing, multi-layered, multi-functional teams (50+) across various locations, comprising Product managers, engineers, designers, business developers, and analysts. After her tenure at Amazon, she joined Kiwi.com as a VP of Product, contributing to the disruption of the online travel booking industry. Maria has built her career on a profound understanding of how technology and innovative products can transform the lives of customers and enterprises. She is passionate about people development, personal growth, diversity, and inclusion. As an Amazon bar raiser, Maria interviewed hundreds of candidates and played a pivotal role in establishing improved processes for hiring and cultivating PM talent.
T2 · E3
29 feb 2024
52:04
Episode 2 - Empathetic Leadership in the Corporate World
Rachael Haywood is a seasoned R&D Executive and Consultant, who brings a wealth of experience in leading Life Science and Healthcare transformation. Her career journey includes significant roles such as Strategy & Operational Excellence at Abbott, Chief of Staff & Head of R&D Operations at Bayer, and Head of R&D Huntsman and various leadership positions in companies like Reckitt Benckiser and Kimberly Clark. She holds a Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry from Lancaster University and a Change Management Certification from Hult Ashridge and Strategic Growth from Columbia Business School.   Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into the multifaceted journey of leadership with Rachael, who shares her experiences transitioning from academia to the corporate world. From the evolution of leadership styles, balancing empathy with action-oriented approaches, to the lessons learned from influential mentors, we explore the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, discussing impactful projects, training strategies, and the role of senior managers in fostering an inclusive workplace culture. Tune in to discover the keys to effective leadership in today's dynamic environment.
T2 · E2
1 feb 2024
36:51
Episode 1 - DEI: A Catalyst for Business Success
Explore the fascinating leadership journey of Sophie Barlow, the Director of Business Development and Mergers & Acquisitions at Chart Industries, Inc. In this episode of Ways Women Lead, Sophie shares her experiences as an employee with a minority background and offers valuable advice on navigating the workplace as a minority employee, progressing to desired positions. She also discusses how organisations can create environments that foster Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and highlights her significant role in advancing DEI efforts within her organisations.
T2 · E1
2 nov 2023
48:57
Temporada 1
Episode 16 - Feminine Leadership
Emmi Marjetta has over 15 years of experience in Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding. She has worked throughout her career within the technology field, where her journey has led her into rapidly expanding environments such as cybersecurity and circular economy.Emmi is a leader of high-functioning, global teams and speaks frequently about authentic leadership style and empowerment. Emmi is a co-founder of a network Feminine Leadership Circle, which is a community built to enhance leadership skills, find empowerment, and discover exciting ways to unlock an individual´s potential. Emmi is an advocate of the feminine leadership style, that leans towards the traits that are traditionally described as feminine, such as empathy, collaboration, and receptivity.In this episode of Ways Women Lead, Emmi shares her insights on how her leadership journey began with emotional intelligence, how anyone can be more authentic as a leader and why networks are such a powerful tool to find allies and empowerment.
T1 · E16
30 ago 2023
29:54
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