Today, Perkbox, Europe’s fastest growing employee experience platform, is releasing its list of “20 Female Forces of 2020” to celebrate International Women’s Day. The list recognises women across a wide variety of industries including Fintech, Business and Hospitality from businesses including Starling, Wasabi and Caffe Nero. These women all belong to the Perkbox Community, meaning they are all customers selected from one of the three markets Perkbox currently operates in – The UK, France and Australia. They have been chosen for the impact they have had on their workplaces, and for how they are inspiring the next generation of leaders to do the same. There’s something we can all take from their insight and apply to our own lives – no matter your gender, industry or chosen career. Perkbox’s 20 Female Forces of 2020 Name Title Quote Cheraine Ncube Director of Human Resources, Sea Containers Hotel Passion is my why! I love what I do and that’s why it’s not a juggling act – it happens seamlessly. Amanda Le Gros Head of Marketing, CV-Library Work-life balance is incredibly important to me and I encourage my team to really value it as well. Laureen McHaffie Head of Human Resources, Phyllis Court Members Club I aspire to be a role model to not just other women in the workplace but to all those I interact with through my job and life in general. Rachel Kay Head of HR, Ward Security Don’t let society or others around you dictate what you should be, or should do. You do you and ensure you’re happy! Catherine Allen Head of Keeping People Happy, Ella’s Kitchen Work hard, nurture relationships and partnerships in and outside work, and be kind to people. Andi Hirons People Director, Brighton Grand Hotel I truly believe that, to be your most present and impactful self at work, you have to manage your time well Samantha Robertson Head of HR, Seafolly My ‘why’ is to help people appreciate themselves and each other, inside and outside of work. Susie Campbell Founder, Hullabaloo PR Happiness impacts every aspect of life, your work performance and the effectiveness of your team. Paulina Harvey Hr Manager, Sahara It is very important to have role models, and I am and will be forever grateful to mine. Marie Aitken Chief People Officer, SunLife Why we chose Marie: Marie is driven into building an inclusive culture for the employees of SunLife Beverley Budd Head of HR, Wasabi Believe in yourself, take people with you and coach and develop others. Mariam Ogunbambi Head of Card Operations, Starling Bank I would advise the next generation of female leaders to take risks, work hard and own their success. Heather Brooks Office Manager, iZettle Why we chose Heather: Heather has the envious ability of being able to stay on top of all the plates she has spinning and still be an inspiration to her colleagues. Lianne Baker Group Human Resources Manager, O’Neill & Brennan Speak up for what you want, be honest about what you need and make sure that people really see you. Berengere Lambert Secretary General, Des Notaires Associés My journey, like many other people’s, has not been a straight path. In fact, this is what has made it more fulfilling. Kirsty Love Head of Childcare, Operations at Sunhill Daycare Why we chose Kirsty: Kirsty is a pioneer of giving access to benefits and wellbeing tools to staff, launching both at Sunhill Daycare. Stacy Schapira UK People Director, Caffé Nero Females are equipped with unique skills such as high levels of intuition and emotional intelligence – we shouldn’t try to suppress those to fit in in the boardroom. Karen Beaven Human Resources Director, Strategist and Author, The Mark Allen Group Find ways to do work that sets your soul on fire and that lights you up. If you’re not there now, create a plan to get there. Rochelle Appleby Founder and Owner, Red Frog for Families Pay attention to your energy levels and determine the experiences and people that fuel your energy. Emma Brierly Human Resources Director, Royal Lancaster London Remember that you’re leading people with feelings and lives, it’s always important to remember who they are. — Post navigation 52% of employees don’t know what their company’s vision is Coronavirus leaves businesses to work out working from home
