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The "Leading in a Mosaic World” podcast, hosted by Susan Popoola, explores the complexities of our modern, interconnected world with a rich diversity of guests. Today’s guest is Kate Broadhurst, CEO of Willen Hospice, a Milton Keynes charity delivering compassionate end-of-life care. With 24 years at John Lewis Partnership, she led retail operations, communications, and flagship stores nationwide. Her community commitment shines through roles with Childbase Partnership, Camp Hill, and Centre MK. Now at Willen Hospice, Kate combines corporate expertise with servant leadership to drive meaningful impact.
In this episode, Kate Broadhurst, CEO of Willen Hospice, shares her journey from a small village in Cheshire to leading a well-loved charity. She discusses the importance of family support, her experiences at university, and her career at John Lewis, where she learned the principles of servant leadership. Kate critiques capitalism and emphasizes the need for community support in hospice care. She reflects on her personal growth and the challenges of fundraising in the charity sector, while expressing her desire to leave a legacy of kindness and positive impact.
You can connect with Kate Broadhurst via LinkedIn and via Willen Hospice. Also connect with the host, Susan Popoola, the CEO of Mosaic Fusions, a specialist in human value optimisation, via LinkedIn. Learn more about her work on her Mosaic Fusions website. And publications on Mosaic Gold Ltd.
This series of the podcast is produced by Rafiat Akinwande.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Kate Broadhurst
02:38 Growing Up in a Small Village
05:51 The Impact of Family Support
08:53 University Life and Self-Discovery
11:15 Career Choices and First Class Degree
14:56 Servant Leadership and Capitalism
19:45 Reflections on Happiness and Authenticity
23:01 Navigating Expectations and Personal Growth
25:25 The Impact of Personal Experience on Career Choices
27:50 Transitioning to Hospice Care: A Personal Journey
31:30 Challenges in Funding and Sustainability of Hospice Care
37:21 The Debate on Assisted Dying and Palliative Care
40:24 Retaining Talent in the Non-Profit Sector
47:18 Legacy and Making a Difference
48:36 Outro
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