My Duvet Flip by Jack Parsons

Episode Guest:

Jane Kielty is the CEO of Aon across the UK, Ireland, and South Africa, bringing over 20 years of experience in insurance, pensions, and reinsurance. She is passionate about early careers, client service, and inspiring purpose-driven work.

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

0:45 First meeting Jack & flipping the duvet (literally)

2:00 From fish & chips to the boardroom

4:10 Early lessons in customer service and ...

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Jon Holt is the UK CEO of KPMG, where he leads a team of over 16,000 professionals. With more than 30 years at the firm, Jon brings a reflective, values-led approach to leadership.

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction – Jon Holt joins My Duvet Flip

1:28 Starting out washing dishes in a Yorkshire pub

3:10 What Jon learned behind the bar

4:42 Advice to young Jon: try everything, especially work experience

6:20 Why accou...

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Adolfo Hernandez is the Group CEO of Capita PLC, known for his people-first leadership and transformation-driven mindset. With a global career spanning tech giants and turnaround challenges, he champions curiosity, innovation, and purpose-led growth.

Episode Timestamps:0:00 Introduction

1:20 Adolfo’s first job: lessons from behind the bar

3:45 Learning life skills outside the classroom

5:30 Choosing work over comfort: bui...

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The content provided on Duvet Flip is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional...

Episode Guest:

Francesca White is the Managing Director of Porky Whites, a third-generation family-run food business where she’s leading with creativity, resilience, and a deep-rooted love for great-tasting sausages.

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

1:20 Growing up in a family of butchers

2:52 From slicing ham to mastering butchery

4:00 The art of shop displays and value-added meats

6:00 What hard work really means to Fran

7:20 Wh...

Episode Guest:

Sally-Ann Beaver is the Sales Director at Utility Aid, where she champions energy solutions for charities and not-for-profits. With a deep passion for people and decades of experience, she’s dedicated to creating impact through kindness, leadership, and advocacy.

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

0:54 Welcome Sally-Anne Beaver to My Duvet Flip

1:48 First job and early lessons from youth training

3:10 Lifelong learn...

Episode Guest:

Anna Blackman is the Chief Operating Officer at CIPFA, with over two decades of experience leading transformation and championing people-centric leadership. She is known for her sharp insight, warmth, and unwavering commitment to making workplaces better for everyone.

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

0:44 Meet Anna Blackman: COO of CIPFA

1:21 The Mr Potato Head Theory: Finding Common Ground

2:15 First Job at McDon...

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The content provided on Duvet Flip is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. The views expressed by hosts, guests, brands or contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the show's...

Episode Guest:

Martin Björnberg is the Chief Financial Officer of Handelsbanken UK, where he brings decades of experience in financial strategy, leadership, and operational excellence. His career spans multiple disciplines, including HR and frontline banking, rooted in a passion for ownership and resilience.

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

0:52 Martin’s Career Journey to CFO

1:59 Lessons from Martin’s First Job

3:02 Theory vs Pract...

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Meagen Burnett is the Chief Financial Officer of Schroders plc, appointed in January 2025 after joining the firm as Chief Operating Officer in 2023. With over 25 years in financial services—including senior roles at M&G plc, JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and KPMG—she now oversees Schroders’ finance, operations, technology, and corporate services functions.

Episode Timestamps

0:00 Introduction

0:46 Meet Meagen Burnett, CFO...

Episode Guest:

Claire Darley is the Vice President of Go to Market and Sales EMEA at Adobe, where she leads strategic initiatives across the region with a focus on transformation and customer-centric growth.

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction – Meet Claire Darley, VP at Adobe

1:24 Humble beginnings – Hairdressing in Scunthorpe

3:40 Moving to London & landing an IBM internship

6:05 “It starts with a yes” – Overcoming fear & emb...

Episode Guest

Guy Kinnings is the CEO of the European Tour Group (DP World Tour), formerly Deputy CEO and Ryder Cup Director, with a three-decade career in golf leadership, including senior roles at IMG managing global golf operations and elite players. He played a key role in the PGA Tour strategic alliance and the successful 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome.

Episode Timestamps

0:00 Introduction

0:48 Starting out in sport through law

2:11 Th...

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Barney Martin is a Senior Manager in Marketing at Compare the Market, where he leads brand planning and media strategy. With a strong background in paid media, SEO, CRM, and PR, he has held multiple senior roles focused on brand growth and effectiveness. Previously seconded internationally to Telesure Investment Holdings, Barney brings global experience in cross-functional leadership. His strategic focus includes marke...

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Jack Parsons interviews Nathan Coe, the Chief Executive Officer of Auto Trader UK, where he has been a driving force behind the company’s operational and technological evolution for over 18 years. Since joining the company, Nathan has held several senior leadership roles including Operations Director and Product & Technology Director, where he oversaw critical functions such as product development, marketing, data,...

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Ross McColl is Head of Consultancy at Halo Service Solutions (HaloPSA), where he leads enterprise software implementation and client success strategies. With over six years at Halo, he’s held roles across consultancy and APAC delivery. His background includes experience in finance, retail, and fundraising, bringing a well-rounded and client-focused approach to software consultancy.

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00:00 - Introduc...

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A fully committed IT Consultant with over 30 years of industry experience. An outstanding record of achievement in sales and delivery of very large scale IT services in multi-billion dollar application development and infrastructure modernisation programs.

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00:00 - Introduction to Sukhi Gill & Calitii

01:26 - From Stacking Shelves to Tech Leadership

03:00 - Hard Work and Balancing Education with F...

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Episode Guest

Jeff Cronkshaw is the CEO and co-founder of Lancia Consult, a global consultancy launched in Singapore in 2012. With a background in pharmaceuticals and consulting at Accenture, Jeff has led Lancia’s expansion across Asia, Europe, and South Africa. He also serves as Deputy Chair of the University of Brighton Board, is a Global Scot business advisor, and co-founded T...