From early career to leadership roles - what you wish you knew | Rina Lakhman
Note sull'episodio
We spoke to Unviersity of Manchester's head of data platforms and digital director, Rina Lakhman, about her diverse career journey and how she combines all her multidisciplinary experiences to become an industry leader.
Rina Lakhman is a Digital Transformation and Data Strategy leader with a background spanning technology, data, AI, finance and leadership. She is passionate about using digital innovation to drive meaningful organisational change. A strong advocate for inclusive leadership and widening opportunities for women in technology, Rina regularly speaks on leadership, sponsorship and creating more equitable workplaces
In this episode, we explore:
- How to translate one discipline into a completely different career area.
- The importance of continuing to develop new qualifications and educational experiences.
- What it's like to move from an early career to a leadership position.
- Navigating an ambitious career as a South Asian woman.
Host: Dr Sayema Rahman Khan, founder of SAWHE
Producer: Sumaiya Motara, SAWHE Digital Communications Lead
About the SAWHE network
This is a grassroots, community-led initiative dedicated to amplifying the visibility, voice, and leadership of South Asian women across UK universities.
We exist so that South Asian women are never alone in their academic journey – offering a safe, inclusive space to connect, be supported, and be celebrated.
Website: https://sawhe.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/south-asian-women-in-higher-education-network/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sawheofficial/?igsh=MWZqOTg5enQ3OTJl#
Join the network here: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8Gy_HKfUNmdW-HFEh29A3pPOHC8Qe44tdvEoHJGJgx7zn-w/viewform