Helen Walker: CEO, Carers UK

Written By Dave Gill

“I had an awful lot to prove. You remember the people that took a punt on you.”

Insights and leadership thinking from Helen Walker, CEO of Carers UK.

In this long-form conversation with Dave, Helen discusses:

  • the challenges of transitioning from fundraising to executive leadership

  • the role of grit and resilience in overcoming setbacks

  • her experiences in a military charity and the significance of organisational culture

  • changes she made to improve her mental and physical wellbeing

  • her insights on leadership including the importance of empathy

  • the power of hearing first-hand stories from carers


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