Today’s episode is hosted by Luke Vickers and they are joined on the podcast by Kimmo Helsing, Engineering Lead, Detection & Response Engineering at WithSecure, Marjut Sadeharju, CEO at Splended and Katy Greatrex, Head of Applied Digital Innovation at Vaisala.

The conversation explores effective leadership through the relationship between people, purpose and organisational success. The discussion considers how leaders can build trust, encourage collaboration and create environments where individuals feel valued and motivated. It also examines the importance of clear communication, shared goals and adaptable leadership strategies in navigating evolving workplace expectations.

The exchange highlights wider themes of people-first leadership, employee engagement and organisational culture, alongside the role of digital innovation in shaping management practices. With businesses facing continuous technological and cultural change, the discussion offers perspectives on effective leadership, empowering teams, strengthening workplace relationships and aligning business objectives with meaningful purpose to support sustainable growth and long-term organisational resilience.