A former Number 10 advisor hosts this podcast that takes you behind the scenes of boardrooms across a wide range of industries. It explores the untold stories and hidden dynamics that influence key leadership decisions at the highest levels of corporate governance. Samuel Kasumu is a former Special Advisor to Prime Minister Boris Johnson where he held the Civil Society and Communities brief. He has extensive senior leadership and board experience, and is the founder of Inclusive Boards, an executive headhunting firm specialising in non-executive board appointments across sectors. Under former Prime Minister Theresa May he was a member of the Race Disparity Audit Advisory Board. The podcast features high profile non-executives including Mary O’Connor, the first and only woman to lead a Big 4 accounting firm. Meri Williams currently CTO at FinTech firm Pleo. She previously worked as CTO at Monzo, Moo, and M&S. Alice Maynard, former chair at disability charity Scope
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Signup to Generate a PitchA former Number 10 advisor hosts this podcast that takes you behind the scenes of boardrooms across a wide range of industries. It explores the untold stories and hidden dynamics that influence key leadership decisions at the highest levels of corporate governance.
Notes From A NED is hosted by Samuel Kasumu. The show has published 21 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Beyond the Pitch: Eni Aluko on Football, Law & Leadership" (19 March 2025, 57 minutes), "From Tokenism to True Representation: The Governance Shift" (12 March 2025, 42 minutes), and "What Enron Taught Us: Risk, Audits & Board Accountability" (5 March 2025, 45 minutes).
Notes From A NED publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 49 minutes across 21 episodes.
Booking probability for Notes From A NED is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Notes From A NED requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Notes From A NED's contact route on record: verified email.
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Samuel Kasumu hosts Notes From A NED, a business show with 21 episodes published.
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Episode #20
<p>Eni Aluko: Breaking Barriers in Football, Law & Leadership</p><br><p>In this episode of Notes from a NED, Eni Aluko shares her remarkable journey from playing football as a young girl in Birmingham to becoming a...
Episode #19
<p>In this episode of Notes from a NED, we sit down with governance consultant and board member Ethel Tambudzai to discuss the evolving landscape of governance, diversity in leadership, and the fine line between...
Episode #18
<p>Can financial expertise be a game-changer in leadership? In this episode of Notes from a NED, finance director and leadership coach Naomi Connell returns for another insightful discussion on navigating the boardroom...
Episode #17
<p>This week, join us as we dive into the world of finance leadership with Naomi Connell, whose career spans executive roles in public and private sectors, including her time on London Underground's board.</p><p>Key...
Episode #16
<p>The Future of AI & Clean Energy: A Must-Listen Episode! In this episode of Notes from a NED, host Samuel Kasumu dives deep with Dr. Enass Abo-Hamed —a visionary entrepreneur bridging the gap between cutting-edge AI...
Episode #15
<p>🚀 Feeling stuck in your career? Want to transition but not sure how?</p><p>In this episode, David Singleton shares the secrets behind navigating career reinvention, international leadership, and entrepreneurship...
Episode #14
<p>In this episode of Notes from a NED, award-winning journalist, author, and social commentator Yasmin Alibhai-Brown shares her powerful journey from Uganda to Britain, offering deep insights into race, identity, and...
Episode #13
<p>Episode Highlights: Governance, Leadership, and Lessons from Kids Company</p><br><p>In this episode, we dive into the powerful case study of Kids Company, exploring how its dramatic downfall reshaped the conversation...
Episode #12
<p>Leadership, Mentoring, and Global Insights with Vince Pizzoni</p><p>In this episode of Notes from a NED, host Samuel Kasumu interviews Vince Pizzoni, a globally accomplished leader and mentor with a portfolio career...
Episode #11
<p>In this episode of Notes from a NED, host Samuel Kasumu speaks with Helena Rivers, Net Zero Lead at engineering consulting firm AECOM, about her inspiring journey in engineering and the pressing need for...
Episode #10
<p>Building Resilient Communities: Insights for the New Year</p><br><p>In this episode of Notes From A NED, Samuel Kasumu speaks with Rob Macmillan, a leading researcher on the third sector and community development...
Episode #9
<p>In this episode, Samuel Kasumu and Kristy Merson dive into the nuanced art of navigating career transitions, with a particular focus on entering the tech industry. Kristy shares her fascinating career journey...
Episode #8
<p>In this episode, Samuel Kasumu and Wendy McPherson discuss the evolving role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI) in organisations. They explore the need to adapt EDI practices to societal changes, balance...
Episode #7
<p>In this episode of Notes from a NED, host Samuel Kasumu interviews Dr. Raffaella Ocone, Vice President of the Institution of Chemical Engineers and an academic leader with a career spanning Italy, the USA, the UK...
Episode #6
<p>In this compelling episode of Notes from a NED, host Samuel Kasumu has an enlightening conversation with Alice Maynard, one of the most respected voices in governance and board leadership. Alice brings a wealth of...
Episode #5
<p>Join us for an eye-opening episode with global activist and leader Kumi Naidoo, former International Executive Director of Greenpeace International, Secretary General of Amnesty International, and Secretary-General...
Episode #4
<p>In this episode of Notes from a NED, host Samuel Kasumu delves into the multifaceted career of Meri Williams, CTO at Pleo and a trailblazer in technology leadership across diverse sectors. </p><br><p>Meri recounts...
Episode #3
<p>In this episode of Notes from a NED, host Samuel Kasumu speaks with Nic Conner, political strategist, crisis communication expert, and co-founder of Parisi. Together, they dive into the world of strategic...
Episode #2
<p>As a seasoned engineer with over 40 years of experience, Dervilla has navigated the complexities of the built environment, overcoming obstacles and driving innovation along the way. From her work on the iconic...
Episode #1
<p>Mary O'Connor's background is anything but traditional. She started her career as a lawyer, working as a prosecutor and then transitioning to the UK legal landscape. Her experience in the public sector and her...
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