100 Women in Insurance
Episodes
089: What could you achieve if you stopped downplaying your ambition with Allia Khan
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sandra speaks with Allia Khan about what happens when you decide to treat your ideas as choices you are allowed to make, rather than ...
088: What if the opportunity you think you missed is still waiting for you with Rebecca Apps
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode, Sandra speaks with Rebecca Apps about what happens when you stop writing yourself off and decide to try. Rebecca shares how s...
087: How do you turn complex risk into a career you love with Catrin Townsend
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode, Sandra speaks with Catrin Townsend about making actuarial work accessible, navigating career pivots with purpose, and buildin...
086: Underwrite Your Career: From London to Bermuda with Hannah Greenwood
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Fidelis Insurance Group Summary In this episode, Sandra speaks with Hannah Greenwood, Group Chief of Staff and Chief Und...
085: How to Achieve the Career You Want, Not the One You Need with Rebecca Fuller
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Full Circle Communications. Summary In this episode, Sandra Lewin speaks with Rebecca Fuller, about choosing the career y...
084: Your reputation travels faster than you do, so how do you protect it? with Kelly Nwankwo
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode, Sandra speaks with Kelly Nwankwo about belonging, curiosity, and the power of reputation in building a meaningful career. Kel...
083: Why Haven’t We Achieved Gender Equality Yet with Abbey Atkinson
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sign up to Coffee with Sandra to stay up to date with all things 100 Women in Insurance. Summary In this episode, Sandra Lewin speaks with Abbey Atki...
082: The One Rule You Should Never Break in the Insurance Industry with Jacqueline Sinclair
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sign up to Coffee with Sandra to stay up to date with all things 100 Women in Insurance. Summary In this episode, Sandra Lewin speaks with Jacqueline ...
081: Four Words That Will Change Your Career with Lesley Charteris
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sign up to Coffee with Sandra to stay up to date with all things 100 Women in Insurance. Summary In this episode, Sandra speaks with Lesley Charteri...
080: Work hard, be seen and gain confidence to change your career journey with Maria V. Amelio
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sign up to Coffee with Sandra to stay up to date with all things 100 Women in Insurance. This episode is sponsored by MS Reinsurance. Summary In this ...
079: How to have difficult conversations at work with Crystal Riley
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sign up to Coffee with Sandra to stay up to date with all things 100 Women in Insurance. Summary In this episode, Sandra is joined by Crystal Riley, ...
078: How to say yes when fear holds you back: from career in insurance to a racecourse
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Markel International. Summary In this episode, Sandra is joined by Sophie Forsyth and Philippa Hartrick-Morris, colleague...
077: Don’t outsource your career, live event recording with Sam Tymms
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sign up to Coffee with Sandra to stay up to date with all things 100 Women in Insurance. This episode is sponsored by RPC. Summary In this live reco...
076: It’s never too late: career change, purpose and sustainability with Cristina Galindo
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode, Sandra is joined by Cristina Galindo for a thoughtful conversation on career transitions, sustainability, and the changing w...
075: Map Your Next Move: Navigating Your Insurance Career with Confidence
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII). Summary In this episode, Sandra is joined by Vanessa Riboloni, Professional Ca...
074:There’s always a story to be told: PR, mental health & belonging in insurance with Kirsty Plank
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Full Circle Communications. ⚠️ Content note This episode includes open reflections on mental health, including anx...
073: How to make networking fun with Suzy Berry
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grab a 'Coffee with Sandra' on a fortnightly basis by signing up for her fortnightly newsletter and staying up to date on all 100WII news, Sandra's be...
072: Redefining Leadership with Donna Scully
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grab a 'Coffee with Sandra' on a fortnightly basis by signing up for her fortnightly newsletter and staying up to date on all 100WII news, Sandra's be...
071: An honest conversation with the founder of @insurancewomen instagram account
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grab a 'Coffee with Sandra' on a fortnightly basis by signing up for her fortnightly newsletter and staying up to date on all 100WII news, Sandra's be...
070: The Power of Kindness in Leadership with Sheila Cameron
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grab a 'Coffee with Sandra' on a fortnightly basis by signing up for her fortnightly newsletter and staying up to date on all 100WII news, Sandra's be...
069: Career pivot is possible at any time, from yoga to corporate with Gillie Fairbrother.
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grab a 'Coffee with Sandra' on a fortnightly basis by signing up for her fortnightly newsletter and staying up to date on all 100WII news, Sandra's be...
068: How to make the most of your career with Romany O’Malley
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grab a 'Coffee with Sandra' on a fortnightly basis by signing up for her fortnightly newsletter and staying up to date on all 100WII news, Sandra's be...
067: A Personal Journey through career, cancer and parenthood with Katie Brickell
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grab a 'Coffee with Sandra' on a fortnightly basis by signing up for her fortnightly newsletter and staying up to date on all 100WII news, Sandra's be...
066: Hard work does pay off with Kate Albert
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grab a 'Coffee with Sandra' on a fortnightly basis by signing up for her fortnightly newsletter and staying up to date on all 100WII news, Sandra's be...
065: From Mail Room to Boardroom: Karen Hogg's Journey
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Karen Hogg shares her inspiring journey from starting in the insurance industry as a 16 years old, to becoming the Chief Operations Of...
064: The Future of Insurance Careers: 2045 predictions with Natalie S and Eleana S
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Apollo. Summary In this episode, Sandra is joined by Eleana and Natalie, as they discuss the challenges about promoting...
063: The Power of Small Steps, Identity and Story Sharing in your Career with Tope Akindoyin
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our fortnightly newsletter to stay up to date on all 100 Women In Insurance. Summary In this episode of the 100 Women in Insurance podcast, San...
062: Recruitment is much more than job description with Michelle Ansell
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode of the 100 Women in Insurance podcast, host Sandra is joined by Michelle Ansell, an executive search and recruitment consultan...
061: The Energy of Success, Chakras and Corporate Dynamics with Ingrid Woodward
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode of 100 Women in Insurance, Sandra interviews Ingrid Woodward, who shares her journey from the insurance industry to becoming a...
Bonus: Three questions I get asked and 2025 plans
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this bonus solo episode, Sandra Lewin shares her experiences with 100 Women in Insurance so far, including the three questions she frequently recei...
060: Making the most of career opportunities with Heather McKenna
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Fidelis Insurance Group. Summary In this episode Heather McKenna, the UK CFO for Fidelis Insurance Group, shares her insp...
059: Proactive approach to career opportunities with Katy Simpson
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary This episode is sponsored by IMS. In this episode of the 100 Women in Insurance podcast, host Sandra speaks with Katy Simpson, about her squig...
058: Creating a successful flexible working culture with Taryn McHarg
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary This episode is sponsored by Apollo. In this episode of the 100 Women in Insurance podcast, Taryn McHarg, the group CFO at Apollo, shares her...
057: Honest conversation about inclusion at work with Teniola Tijani
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Send. Summary In this episode of the 100 Women in Insurance podcast, Sandra Lewin is joined by Teniola Tijani who shares ...
056: Embracing transferable skills in career progression with Melody Linden-Stanford
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Send. Summary In this episode Melody Linden-Stanford shares her unique journey into the insurance industry, discussing he...
055: Stepping out of the comfort zone with Sam Bagnall
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode Sandra interviews Sam Bagnall, who shares her career journey from oil and gas to banking and finally into insurance. During th...
054: Defining career success, without comparison trap with Suneeta Padda and Sam Nowell
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode Suneeta Padda and Sam Nowell, share their unique career journeys in the insurance industry. They are successful business owner...
053: Positive Self-Talk: A Key to Success with Ana Gomes-Freire
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary: Join Ana Gomes-Freire as she shares her journey from broking to underwriting, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, overcoming limit...
052: Gender equality insurance products, Endometriosis and Career pivots with Hayley Budd
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Apollo. Trigger Warning: Please note, from minute 40:24, we discuss Endometriosis, period pain, and fertility, ...
051: How to be kind and professional at the same time - authentic leadership with Tammy Kocher
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode Tammy Kocher brings positive light and energy into the conversations, whilst sharing her journey into the insurance industry, ...
050: How to Create Your Own Version of a Happy Career with Claire Fox
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary: Join Claire Fox as she offers invaluable coaching advice for those feeling stuck or unhappy in their careers. With a background that spans th...
049: Becoming a mum while launching the first US based Pet Insurance Company - From idea to success with Laura Bennett
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary: This episode is sponsored by Send. Join us on for an episode where Laura Bennett shares her inspiring journey through actuary to entrepreneur...
048: Best Practices for Retaining Female Talent in Insurance, panel discussion recording.
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary This episode is sponsored by Arthur. On 12th September, 100 Women in Insurance, Arthur Recruitment, and MS Amlin collaborated on an even...
047: The Benefits of Providing Reproductive Healthcare in the Workplace with Farirai Gora
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary: Join Farirai Gora, an independent consultant in the insurance industry, as she shares her journey through her career, starting her own insura...
046: Story of Resilience and Growth with Hamide Tekin Karakaya
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Join us on the 100 Women in Insurance Podcast as Hamide Karakaya shares her compelling journey of resilience and overcoming imposter syndrome....
045: Finding shared values: The Key to Career Progression with Lorraine Harfitt
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary This episode is sponsored by Arthur Recruitment. Lorraine Harfitt, shares her journey in the insurance industry and discusses significant topi...
044: Redefining networking, career in consulting and the power of vulnerability in Leadership with Veronika Field
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary: This episode is sponsored by Send. Veronica Field, a Director at Deloitte's Insurance Practice, shares her journey in the insurance industry,...
043: Networking, AI Challenges, and Unexpected Opportunities with Hélène Stanway
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary: This episode is sponsored by Send. Join Hélène Stanway, an independent insurance advisor, as she shares her career journey and key insights...
042: Beyond the 9-to-5: Effective Flexible Working with Donna Wayman
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TRIGGER WARNING - Please note that from minute 29 of the episode, we discuss baby loss, which may be triggering for some! Summary Donna Wayman, Chief ...
041: The importance of role modelling with CJ De Guzman
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Join Sandra in this enlightening episode as she engages in conversation with CJ De Guzman, an analytics engineer who has made significant stri...
040: Positive Psychology, AI in Insurance, and Conscious Decision-Making with Gill White
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Gill White, Executive Director of Member Engagement and Learning for the Chartered Insurance Institute, shares her journey into the insuranc...
039: Career progression isn't always upwards with Amy Ing
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Sandra interviews Amy Ing, an incubation underwriter for Beazley. Amy shares her journey into the insurance industry, st...
038: Embracing Neurodiversity Career and the Importance of Diverse Hiring with Caroline Taylor
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Join us as Caroline Taylor shares her inspiring journey into the insurance industry, beginning when she left school at 16. Caroline's career h...
037: From Underwriting to Broking, the Power of Embracing Opportunities with Alice Glenister
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Alice Glenister, Head of Parametrics at Miller, shares her journey in the insurance industry, from underwriting, insurtech to broking. In this...
036: Navigating maternity leave, strategic career planning and no spam networking with Susan Andrew
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Arthur Recruitment. Summary In this episode, Susan Andrew, operations director at Brit, shares her unique career journey...
035: Navigating International Insurance Careers with Catherine Farnworth
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Arthur Recruitment. Summary Catherine Farnworth, Chief Actuary for UK and Europe at DUAL Group, shares her experiences a...
034: From Heartache to Hope: Journey into Insurance Entrepreneurship with Emma Astley
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Emma Astley from CoverMyBubble shares her journey of starting her own insurance brokerage and the personal experiences that inspired her. Sh...
033: The Story Behind the Podcast with Sandra Lewin
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode, Sandra, the host of the 100 Women In Insurance Podcast, reflects on the journey of creating the podcast so far. She shares he...
032: Top networking tips for saving time and maximising your connections with Gemma Lines
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Arthur Recruitment. Summary In this conversation, Sandra interviews Gemma Lines about her squiggly career journey movin...
031: Strategies for Climbing the Professional Ladder through authenticity, transparency and happiness with Sima Ruparelia
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Arthur Recruitment. Summary In this conversation, Sandra interviews Sima Ruparelia about the importance of finding happ...
030: How to be an effective leader in insurance, make tough decisions, embrace empathy, and find your own work life balance with Tammy Richardson.
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by Arthur Recruitment. Summary Tammy Richardson shares her amazing career journey and insights on how to become a success...
029: Strategies for a successful career in insurance with Vicki Filer
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary This episode is sponsored by Arthur Recruitment. Get ready to be inspired by Vicki Filer, Divisional Director at Arthur, as she shares her in...
028: Insights into Bermuda’s unique insurance community, career success and finding work-life balance with Apryle Oswald
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Apryle Oswald shares her career journey, from starting as a math major to becoming the Chief Analytics Officer for Ariel Re in Bermuda. She shares her...
027: Finding your authentic career success with Pamela Thomson-Hall
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Pamela Thomson-Hall, CEO and Head of International Businesses at WTW, shares her career journey and pivotal moments, including her involvement...
026: Successful journey from Grad Scheme to Specialised Underwriting with Emma White
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Emma White, a senior underwriter at Liberty Specialty Markets, shares her journey in the insurance industry and her specialisation in fine art...
025: Navigating Opportunities and Relationships for a Successful Career in Insurance with Vicky Carter
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary We are a quarter of the way to the 100 Women in Insurance Goal! In this conversation, Vicky Carter, Chairman of Global Capital Solutions Inter...
024: From returner to role model: Navigating Motherhood, Career, and Leadership with Laura Harvey
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sandra speaks to the amazing Laura Harvey, Director and Head of the Property Desk at the Davies Group. Laura is a mum of two beautifu...
023: From Actuarial to InsurTech Founder and Imposter Syndrome Along the Way with Bijal Patel
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Bijal Patel, co-founder and CTO of Aurora, shares her journey from actuarial to digital commercial InsurTech. She discusses the importance of ...
022: Navigating Career Break and Work-Life Harmony, whilst building a successful career with Sarah Sutton
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah Sutton, Chief Marketing Officer at Send, shares her career journey from the West End to the insurance industry. She discusses the importance of ...
021: Navigating Career Breaks and Return-to-Work Strategies with Shazia Deenally
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Shazia Deenally shares her career journey in the insurance industry. She discusses her transition from working at Manche...
020: TikTok Tales: Sam Ridgewell's Journey from Chance to Empowerment in Insurance
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode, Sam Ridgewell, Managing Director of Empower Development and insurance TikToker, shares her journey in the insurance industry ...
019: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, and Building a Successful Career with Zoe Parsons
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Zoe P discusses her journey into the insurance industry and her challenges as a young professional. She shares her exper...
018: From law to insurance; the importance of finding your tribe at work with Malene Bye Rasmussen
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Malene Bye Rasmussen discusses her career in the insurance industry and provides insights into transitioning from law. S...
017: Beyond the Back Office: Transforming Insurance Careers with Nicola Chapman
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Nicola Chapman, Chief Claims Officer of Consilium Insurance Brokers, discusses her career journey in the insurance indus...
016: From Underwriting to Consulting. How to identify when it is time for a career change with Svenja Pinkepank
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Svenja shares her journey from starting in underwriting to transitioning into consulting. She discusses the misconceptio...
015: Mastering Social Media to Change the Face of Insurance with Anna Dilku
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Looking to see how social media can totally transform the insurance world? This is the episode you can't miss. We're joined by the amazing Anna Dilku,...
014: Breaking Barriers: Empowering Women in Insurance Leadership with Hannah Pring
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why are there so few women in senior leadership roles in insurance? How can culture shifts within organisations facilitate female talent retention? Ho...
013: Shifting Perceptions of Insurance Careers with Florence Dennis and Charlotte West
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why should insurance companies invest in the personal development of their new employees through additional events and opportunities? What opportuniti...
012: Deconstructing Stigmas Around Women’s Health with Emily Napier
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why is women’s health so heavily stigmatised within the insurance industry, both from an employee and client perspective? How can increased collabor...
011: Create Your Own Career Purpose with Sonia Habib
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are ‘silent opportunities’ and how do they present themselves to us, perhaps without us even noticing? Why might it preferable to motivate ou...
010: Finding the Resilience to Climb the Insurance Ladder with Yelhis Hernández
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you navigate impostor syndrome when aiming for managerial roles? What methods should we implement whilst climbing the insurance ladder to secur...
009: Job Share Opportunities with Emma Smith
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you navigate negotiations with your employer to change your role, the nature or base of your employment? How can we shift the optics around job...
008: Using Education to Attract New Insurance Talent with Emma Ackers
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can insurance companies deploy educational material to boost talent acquisition and retention? What skills are needed for educative insurance role...
007: Changing the Language Around Sales with Ema Roloff
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you navigate the transition from a corporate role to owning your own business? How can we encourage more women to enter revenue-generating posi...
006: A Job for Life? with Louise Clemments
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are the different roles available within the insurance industry, and how might one transition from one type of role to another? What is the caree...
005: Establishing Your Personal Network with Dame Inga Beale
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What can we do to further champion greater inclusion and diversity in insurance recruitment? Will we eventually see an even gender split at the board ...
004: All Skills are Transferrable with Emma Chapman
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is the BIBA Conference and why is it such a crucial event on the insurance industry calendar? To what extent are skills from external industries ...
003: The Value of Establishing Your Personal Brand with Caroline Bedford
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is intrapreneurship, and how can it help you or your employees to promote innovation within your organisation? What is the value of generalist sk...
002: The Power of Networking with Bamishe Alao
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it so important to build a personal network within your company and across the industry early in your insurance career? What steps should you t...
001: Making Insurance Sexy with Mercy Komar
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you unsure if you are entirely suited to your insurance role, and looking to make a change? Is the industry becoming more inclusive of women, and ...
000: Introduction to the podcast
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is the 100 Women in Insurance podcast, and what are the intentions behind it? What can you expect from each episode? In this introductory episode...