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Breaking Barriers: Women Leading the Way.
Celebrating the remarkable achievements of women who are shaping the future.

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Welcome to “Breaking Barriers: Women Leading the Way,” A Thrive podcast that celebrates and highlights the remarkable achievements of women who are shaping the future.

With your host Pam Bateson, a coach to the coaches, entrepreneur and founder of Thrive, an online coaching platform, along with a variety of expert guests.

Join us as we delve into the stories of trailblazing women who have overcome challenges, shattered glass ceilings, and made significant impacts in their respective fields.

Let’s break barriers together!

In this episode of Breaking Barriers, host Pam Bateson sits down with an expert panel: Meredith Wellard (CEO & Founder, theSpark), Ann Tran (HR Director, Trading Hub), and Rebecca Hourston (Managing Director, Move Mountains). Together, they explore the challenges and opportunities women face in the workplace. From navigating health transitions like parenthood and menopause to breaking […]

In this episode of Breaking Barriers, host Pam Bateson, CEO of Thrive, sits down with Anabel Fall, a transformative leader with a varied career spanning consultancy, sustainability, and strategic people management at organisations like McKinsey and Zurich Insurance. Anabel shares her journey, insights on embracing disruptive change, and the power of authenticity in leadership. This […]

In this episode of Breaking Barriers, Pam Bateson sits down with Remi Baker, a powerhouse in the world of PR and development consultancy, as she embarks on what she calls her “third space” — a new chapter focused on coaching, advising, and thought leadership. Remi reflects on her career journey, sharing insights on overcoming bias, […]

In this powerful episode hosted by Thrive Partners CEO, Pam Bateson sits down with executive coach Jo Ibbott to explore a topic that’s often overlooked in the workplace—menopause. Jo shares her personal journey and professional insights, discussing how menopause impacts women’s health, confidence, and careers. They dive into why menopause needs to be an open […]

In this episode of Breaking Barriers: Women Leading the Way, we talk with Nebel Crowhurst, Chief Appreciation Officer at Reward Gateway. Nebel takes us through her unique career journey, from retail to pharmaceuticals, and shares how appreciation goes beyond recognition to foster stronger workplace cultures. She also discusses the role of agile work, mentorship, and […]

In the latest episode of Breaking Barriers hosted by Pam Bateson, we are excited to welcome Rosanna Machado LVO. With a career spanning over 25 years in events, communications, and executive coaching, Rosanna brings unparalleled experience working with corporate, governmental, and charitable organisations. As a live event consultant and executive coach, she specializes in emotional […]

In today’s episode, we are joined by Kathryn, a seasoned HR leader with over 20 years of experience, formally serving as the Group Chief People Officer for Bureau Veritas. Kathryn is passionate about unlocking potential and has been a driving force in fostering inclusive cultures across various industries. Known for her strategic vision and authentic […]

Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Sandrine Girszyn, the Chief Human Resources Officer at AXA Headquarters.