Listen "Coffee with Kofi featuring Shelley Bishton, formerly Head of DE&I at News UK, Trustee and Judge."
Episode Synopsis
Today I am beyond buzzing to catch up with a true game changer. With a career spanning over 20 years driving transformation inside complex organisations, launching national partnerships, driving commercial innovation, leading cultural change, and helping leadership teams deliver real results.I am talking about our award-winning national treasure and champion of the under- represented, Shelley Bishton. Now a change agent navigating a new chapter whilst co-parenting two largely… delightful boys whilst living life to the fullest on her terms!Key takeaways:* Shelley's multicultural upbringing in Birmingham profoundly shaped her identity and career path in media and diversity.* Partnerships have been a consistent theme throughout Shelley's career, creating value through collaboration.* Recent personal challenges led Shelley to reassess priorities and seek more balance between work and family life.* Shelley is now in a transitional period, exploring new opportunities that align with her core values and expertise in partnerships.Episode resources:Shelley Bishton: www.linkedin.com/in/shelleybishtonChay Executive Coaching: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com
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