Today's guest is the one and only Kirsten Rutherford, a globally experienced creative leader and part of the leadership team at TBWA. With nearly three decades in the industry across three continents, Kirsten's work has been awarded by all the major festivals, and even sits in the MOMA's permanent collection. Beyond the accolades, Kirsten is known for her mentorship, her trademark kindness, and a balance of passions that range from teaching gym classes to baking, always inspiring others to bring their best selves, both inside and outside of work. Passionate about purpose driven creativity, Kirsten champions diversity in advertising, nurtures talent to do the best work of their lives, and brings her signature of kindness, creativity and cultural impact to every project.

So grab a cup of tea, and join me for an inspiring conversation with Kirsten Rutherford!

Website: Kirstenrutherford.com

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This week I'm excited to introduce a strong voice from the brand side - Claire Randall. She is one of those rare people who built something extraordinary and stayed grounded throughout. Claire began her career as a TV producer at Satchi & Satchi London, and nearly 3 decades ago took a huge leap and founded Claire Randall Consulting. What started as a bespoke service for one global advertiser has grown into a world leading production consultancy, operating across Europe, North America, Latin America, The Middle East and Asia, with over 70 clients and a team of experts around the globe. Claire is known not just for her strategic mind, but for her integrity, generosity, and fiercely collaborative spirit. She's a regular voice in key industry conversations, and her company (now in its 29th year) is proudly women-owned with a majority female leadership team. She's hands-on, insightful, and refreshingly human in an industry that's constantly evolving, and I'm so happy to have her on the podcast.

So grab a cup of tea, and join me for an inspiring conversation with Claire Randall!

Website: https://www.claire-randall.co.uk/

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Today's guest is fearless, resilient, and one of the hardest working people in the business - the one and only Sophie Gold. She has a brilliant eye for talent, an intuitive gift for client service, and a tenacity that's helped her carve out something truly special in a fiercely competitive industry. With a mix of bold taste and business savvy, she's built Eleanor Films into one of the top production companies out there, earning serious recognition along the way, including being named an Ad Age A-List Standout Production Company in 2025. Sophie's journey hasn't been without its challenges, but she's navigated it all with drive, creativity, and a very clear sense of purpose.

So grab a cup of tea, and join me for an inspiring conversation with the brilliant Sophie Gold!

Website: Eleanor

Instagram: @eleanorunlimited

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