Kate Griggs is a dyslexic social entrepreneur and Founder of global charity Made By Dyslexia. Kate is the world's leading voice on Dyslexic Thinking, a best-selling author, one of LinkedIn’s Top Voices and hosts the chart-topping podcast - Lessons In Dyslexic Thinking. Kate is also a course instructor on LinkedIn Learning and the University of Dyslexic Thinking - in partnership with Open University. 

Kate’s award-winning work is re-defining dyslexia and inspiring a global movement for change. In 2022, Made By Dyslexia saw Dyslexic Thinking added as a skill on LinkedIn and a noun in the dictionary. Kate’s innovative approach to social change and advocacy has garnered global recognition, with her powerful TED talk  inspiring countless individuals and organisations to rethink how they perceive dyslexia.

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With an impressive 13 years of decorated military service, ten within the Special Forces and his last three years as a highly experienced chief sniper instructor and demolitions expert, ‘Staz’ is a distinguished Special Forces Operator who was awarded the Conspicuous Gallantry Cross for Combat Actions conducted in Afghanistan in 2013. Staz moved away from the military and co-founded the multi-million-pound performance outerwear brand, ThruDark - one of The Sunday Times' fastest growing privately owned companies. Business aside, Staz is a published author and was part of the four-man team that set the fastest known time for a speed ascent of Mount Everest, travelling from London to the top of the world and back in just 7 days.

Everest and Recent Achievements

• In May 2025, Staz completed a record-breaking ascent of Mount Everest, summiting and returning to the UK in just 7 days—a feat that typically takes 8-10 weeks.
• The expedition aimed to raise over £1 million for veterans' and armed forces charities, including support for bereaved military children.
• The climb utilised cutting-edge acclimatisation techniques and tested ThruDark's latest high-altitude gear.

Other Notable Work

• Author of "The Hard Road Will Take You Home," which distils Special Forces lessons for business and personal success.

Advocate for veterans' wellbeing and mental health, sharing his journey through public speaking and media appearances.

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What happens when supply chain turbulence, leadership under pressure, and mission-driven business collide?

This week’s conversation dives deep into the realities of managing complex supply chains — including the challenges of the wine industry during peak season — and how the right leadership, mentorship, and communication can turn crises into powerful learning moments.

I’m joined by Chris Silcock, who was appointed head of Kellanova’s United Kingdom and Ireland business in October 2019.

Before stepping into this role, Chris built an impressive career across FMCG and food retail — from ASDA, to Coca-Cola European Partners, and later Kellanova, where he first joined as UK Sales Director.

At Kellanova, Chris has focused on strengthening the company’s reputation as one of Britain and Ireland’s most trusted brands by:

🔹 Driving healthier food choices through reductions in sugar and salt

🔹 Championing sustainability, including commitments to halve food waste and ensure all packaging is reusable, recyclable, or compostable by 2030

🔹 Leading efforts to combat hunger by supporting school breakfast clubs that reach 70,000 children every day

🔹 Unlocking £500k in additional income for families facing financial insecurity through the Money Matters Scheme

This episode is packed with insights on leadership, resilience, purpose, and the real impact organizations can make when values meet action.

🎧 Listen in to hear how Chris navigates challenge, builds strong teams, and leads with clarity and compassion.

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