Healing beyond healthcare: The role of sustainability in shaping Bupa’s vision for people and planet | Nigel Sullivan
What role can sustainability play in improving both the health of people and of the planet?In this episode, Becky is joined by Nigel Sullivan, Chief Sustainability & People Officer at Bupa. Currently leading their global push to integrate purpose at the heart of healthcare, Nigel is championing the intersection of human and planetary health to drive lasting impact across communities worldwide.In this conversation, you’ll hear how Bupa’s purpose is transforming healthcare and guiding their global strategy, the role of sustainability in shaping Bupa’s future vision for people and planet and the key actions they are taking to create lasting impact in both healthcare and the environment.Do you want to learn how to build a purpose-driven business from Given, the consultancy that’s helped some of the world's largest organisations become purposeful? Download the Insiders’ Guide to Purpose HERE.
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Championing the power of sport to drive meaningful social and environmental impact | Gemma Wiggs and Jamie McKeown, World Rugby
Sporting events can be truly transformative. But how do you create positive impact, long after the tournament ends?Today, Becky is joined by Gemma Wiggs and Jamie McKeown from World Rugby — the global governing body for rugby union and organisers of the Rugby World Cup. Gemma is Head of Tournament, Team & Rugby Services and is currently leading preparations for the Women’s Rugby World Cup England 2025. Jamie is World Rugby’s Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion ManagerIn this conversation, you'll hear how they’re making rugby more accessible and inclusive, and why this an essential driver of growth for the game and their top advice when using any kind of big moment to drive positive change that lasts.Do you want to learn how to build a purpose-driven business from Given, the consultancy that’s helped some of the world's largest organisations become purposeful? Download the Insiders’ Guide to Purpose HERE.
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Avon Calling: A Purpose-Led Model for Women's Economic Empowerment | Natalie Deacon, Avon
When an organisation has had purpose in the heart of the business for decades, how do you ensure you keep that purpose fresh?Today, Becky is joined by Natalie Deacon, Executive Director of Purpose and Sustainability at Avon. Natalie has been an integral part of defining and articulating Avon’s purpose, with particular focus on gender equality, breast cancer awareness and violence against women and girls. In this conversation, you’ll hear how to keep your purpose fresh when it’s been a long-standing part of your brand, how to use reps on the ground to create change on a local level and how a direct selling model can help to empower women economically in today’s market. Do you want to learn how to build a purpose-driven business from Given, the consultancy that’s helped some of the world's largest organisations become purposeful? Download the Insiders’ Guide to Purpose HERE.
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Driving innovation and change in urban mobility | Will Butler Adams, CEO at Brompton
Our cities have been built around the automobile. So how do we reclaim our streets to promote modes of transport that benefit both people and the environment?This week, Becky speaks to Will Butler Adams, CEO at Brompton. The company has inspired a whole new category within the bike industry and has become a force for positive change in urban mobility.In this conversation, you’ll hear how to build a purposeful culture that drives innovation and how it has helped fuel the success of the Brompton business.Do you want to learn how to build a purpose-driven business from Given, the consultancy that’s helped some of the world's largest organisations become purposeful? Download the Insiders’ Guide to Purpose HERE.
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Top 5 tips for 2025: Creating a culture that attracts and retains top talent
At this time of year, around one in ten of your workforce is looking for new jobs. And nearly half of employees are considering leaving their job due to employers failing to live up to their stated values and purpose. So what does it take to have a good business culture, and what role does purpose have in creating the culture that attracts - and retains - talent? In this best bits special episode, we’re looking back at some of our favourite interviews from series 3, with tips and examples from the people who have been there and done it…We’ll take you through five actionable steps for 2025 to build performance culture through purpose.Do you want to learn how to build a purpose-driven business from Given, the consultancy that’s helped some of the world's largest organisations become purposeful? Download the Insiders’ Guide to Purpose HERE.
Talent and customers choose companies with purpose over those who only prioritise profit. Businesses must step up or get left behind. But where to start?
Purposing speaks with leaders from some of the world’s most recognised brands to discover how they built purpose into their businesses. Join CEO of Given Agency, Becky Willan and a host of guests as they demystify this misunderstood topic into clear, actionable advice you can use in your own business.
Why did John Lewis Partnership modernise their purpose in the midst of a global pandemic? How did The Body Shop make their purpose matter to everyone in their business? What are Lloyds Banking Group doing to make decisions differently, to help Britain prosper?
All this and more on this season of Purposing.
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