Ep 17: Reclaiming Identity: A Journey from Foster Care to TEDx with Abi Osho

Ep 17: Reclaiming Identity: A Journey from Foster Care to TEDx with Abi Osho

In this empowering episode, Abi shares her powerful journey from being privately fostered in the UK to becoming a key part of a BAFTA award-winning documentary and a TEDx speaker. Her story highlights the importance of personal storytelling, identity and healing, inspiring others to reclaim their narratives and lead with heart. Key Topics * The impact of childhood foster care on identity * The role of storytelling in healing and leadership * Cultural roots and belonging in personal development Sound Bites "I was privately fostered at five weeks old." "You believe that to be truth at that age." "Saying yes to myself was the biggest impact." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Abi Osho 01:00 Abi's Journey: From Foster Care to Leadership 12:06 The Impact of Storytelling on Identity 18:14 Creating Change Through Documentary 29:58 The Power of Personal Storytelling 38:07 Embracing All Parts of Yourself Resources: Get your copy of Becoming Visible by Abi Osho: https://abiosho.com/product-category/books/ Watch Abi’s TEDx Talk: Reclaiming Our Missing Pieces To Live Whole: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WVWrmrwUqqE&pp=ygUNQWJpIG9zaG8gdGVkeA%3D%3D View the powerful BAFTA award-winning Channel 5 documentary White Nanny Black Child here: https://www.channel5.com/show/white-nanny-black-child About Me Kier Adair: I’m a London-based Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m deeply passionate about empowering women in business to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are. I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a platform and community designed to help women take the stage, share their voice, and create powerful visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. What began as a platform has grown into a movement — one built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way. Before launching my own business, I spent more than two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe as part of the International Group. That experience shaped my understanding of visual branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully. Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable. Connect with Me: Website: kieradair.com [http://kieradair.com] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair [http://linkedin.com/in/kier-adair] Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/ [https://www.instagram.com/kier_adair/] About Abi Osho: Abi Osho is a Personal Storytelling and Leadership Coach, author, speaker, and BAFTA award-winning retreat facilitator. She is known for guiding women to reclaim their voice, own their story, and lead with authenticity from the inside out. With over seven years of experience curating and leading transformational retreats across the UK, Europe, and Africa, Abi creates powerful spaces for deep healing, connection, and personal expansion. Her work is rooted in storytelling as a tool for liberation, drawing on both lived experience and African-centred practices of community and reflection. Abi gained wider recognition through her contribution to the Netflix documentary White Nanny Black Child and has recently delivered a TEDx talk, further amplifying her message on the power of personal story and heart-led leadership. Through her coaching, retreats, and retreat facilitation training, Abi supports women to release outdated narratives, expand their visibility, and step into aligned leadership with courage and truth. Connect with Abi: Website: www.abiosho.com Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/abi-osho-0aa59054/ Instagram: instagram.com/ [http://instagram.com/sapnapieroux/]abi_soulmelanin YouTube: youtube.com/@AbiOsho

Ep 16: From Corporate Brands to Personal Ones: Your Visibility is Her Superpower with Sapna Pieroux

In this thought provoking interview, branding expert Sapna shares her journey from big corporate brands to personal visibility, overcoming fears, health challenges, and embracing authenticity. Discover how her story of resilience, joy, and strategic branding can empower you to elevate your own presence and impact. Key Topics * Personal branding evolution * Overcoming visibility fears * Impact of health challenges on professional life Sound Bites "I'm your brand superhero." "My visibility went up again." "I used my voice to do good." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Super Saps 02:35 The Journey to Visibility 06:39 Facing Challenges: The Cancer Diagnosis 12:48 Embracing Joy and Community 24:39 The Power of Saying Yes Resources: Grab your FREE copy of Let’s Get Visible! worth £20 https://site.innervisions-id.com/letsgetvisiblebook-free All the links to Speak and Shine including your application to speak at the next SAS Summit where Sapna spoke: https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/ [https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/] About Me Kier Adair: I’m a London-based Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m deeply passionate about empowering women in business to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are. I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a platform and community designed to help women take the stage, share their voice, and create powerful visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. What began as a platform has grown into a movement — one built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way. Before launching my own business, I spent more than two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe as part of the International Group. That experience shaped my understanding of visual branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully. Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable. Connect with Me: Website: kieradair.com [http://kieradair.com] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair [http://linkedin.com/in/kier-adair] Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/ [https://www.instagram.com/kier_adair/] About Sapna Pieroux: Multi-award-winning brand strategist, designer, personal brand coach, author and expert speaker, Sapna Pieroux is the founder of InnerVisions ID. Sapna has spent 30 years building brands; 20 of them in corporate, with global clients like Mercedes-Benz, L’Oréal and Sony Ericsson. Now, she brings that big-brand experience to ambitious founders, experts and leadership teams, helping them close the credibility gap, so they can confidently sell bigger, charge more and land corporate and ultra-high-ticket clients. Her #1 best-selling book ‘Let’s Get Visible!’ won a Business Book Award and its VISION Process® works for small businesses (in just one day!) and larger ones alike. In her spare time, Sapna is a volunteer stylist for Smart Works Charity, helping women into work, and by night, runs The NotWorkers® karaoke networking. She has partnered with Rethink Press, is a resident expert in two business coaching groups, mentored at the University of West London and has guest lectured at various educational establishments, Hult International Business School, and Universities of Brunel and Northumbria. Connect with Sapna: Website: https://www.innervisions-id.com/ Or (for speaker enquiries) https://www.sapnapieroux.com/ Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/sapnapieroux/ Instagram: instagram.com/sapnapieroux/ [http://instagram.com/sapnapieroux/] Facebook: facebook.com/sapnapieroux/

Ep 15: From Corporate to Coach: A Journey of Unstoppable Growth with Claire Bannister

Join me in an inspiring conversation with Claire Bannister, the Unstoppable Growth Coach, as we explore her transformative journey from corporate procurement to empowering women entrepreneurs. Discover insights on self-belief, balancing success and family, and embracing change to live a fulfilled life. Key Topics * Career pivots and personal transformation * The importance of self-belief for women entrepreneurs * Balancing success, family, and personal growth Sound Bites "Believing you can be unstoppable." "Helping women see their true potential." "Success is personal and unique." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Claire Bannister 04:43 Claire's Journey: From Corporate to Coaching 10:03 The Importance of Values and Balance 15:28 Empowering Women: The Unstoppable Growth Coach 21:09 Defining Success on Your Own Terms 27:40 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Imperfection 31:01 Connecting with Claire: Retreats and Coaching Resources: See the details of Claire’s next Retreat: https://clairebannistercoaching.co.uk/cotswold-retreat/ All the links to Speak and Shine including your application to speak at the next SAS Summit where Claire spoke: https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/ [https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/] About Me Kier Adair: I’m a London-based Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m deeply passionate about empowering women in business to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are. I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a platform and community designed to help women take the stage, share their voice, and create powerful visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. What began as a platform has grown into a movement — one built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way. Before launching my own business, I spent more than two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe as part of the International Group. That experience shaped my understanding of visual branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully. Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable. Connect with Me: Website: kieradair.com [http://kieradair.com] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair [http://linkedin.com/in/kier-adair] Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/ [https://www.instagram.com/kier_adair/] About Claire Bannister: Claire Bannister is known as The Unstoppable Growth Coach and she has been described as a force of nature who supports her clients to get the growth in revenue, focus and time so that they can get the business they want and deserve. Claire believes that all women in business can be unstoppable once they believe they can be. Connect with Claire: Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/clairebannister Instagram: instagram.com/the_unstoppablegrowthcoach

Ep 14: Empowering Girls and Boys: The Key to Ending Period Stigma with Anne Nicholls

In this thought provoking episode, Anne shares her inspiring work in Kenya, focusing on menstrual health education, breaking taboos, and empowering girls and boys to foster understanding and reduce stigma around periods. You will hear the impact her incredible work has; and how her mission has driven her own visibility to ensure her important message is heard and wider spread. Key Topics * Menstrual health education in Kenya * Impact of stigma and taboos on girls' education * Involving boys and men in menstrual health awareness * Cycle tracking and body literacy for women * Community-driven solutions and local advocacy * The impact of saying yes and power of sharing your voice Sound Bites "They think they're unclean and shouldn't be." "Advocates and allies are crucial for change." "Saying yes can transform your life." Resources: See how you can support Anne’s mission through: https://tinyurl.com/AnneGoFundMe [https://tinyurl.com/AnneGoFundMe] The Society with Speak and Shine. Next Collective launching 1st june https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-society-june26 [https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-society-june26] About Me Kier Adair: I’m a London-based Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m deeply passionate about empowering women in business to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are. I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a platform and community designed to help women take the stage, share their voice, and create powerful visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. What began as a platform has grown into a movement — one built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way. Before launching my own business, I spent more than two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe as part of the International Group. That experience shaped my understanding of visual branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully. Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable. Connect with Me: Website: kieradair.com [http://kieradair.com] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair [http://linkedin.com/in/kier-adair] Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/ [https://www.instagram.com/kier_adair/] About Anne Nicholls: Raised in Kenya and Scotland, Anne is a former teacher, lecturer, founder & CEO of Mimi Pia: Period! CIC, a UK Community Interest Company breaking the cycle of shame and period poverty that keeps girls out of school and steals their futures. For eight years she has partnered with Kenyan charities to deliver menstrual health education and reusable period products in rural and slum communities, engaging boys and girls together to dismantle stigma at its root. Her work addresses a devastating chain: missed school days leading to dropout, early pregnancy, early marriage, and increased health risks including HIV. Reusable period products are not just a practical solution. They are the equity girls living in poverty need to stay in school. Without them, menstruation becomes a monthly barrier to education, opportunity, and the right to a future. By breaking the silence around period poverty and shame, and pairing dignified period products with body literacy education for both genders, Anne gives young women the tools to rewrite their stories and fulfill their ambitions. A champion for gender equality and inclusion, Anne is also a tennis coach who runs an inclusive weekly programme for adolescents and young adults with learning, physical, and sensory disabilities. As EDI Trustee on the Board of Middlesex Tennis, she champions her "Ability Not Disability" ethos. Connect with Anne: Linktree: linktr.ee/mimipia.period Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/anne-nicholls Instagram: instagram.com/thisgirlcan.period

Ep 13: Why Your Health is Your Greatest Business Asset with Kathleen Cornmell

In this powerful episode, Kathleen shares her inspiring journey from the male dominated world of engineering to becoming a registered nutritionist. She discusses the impact of menopause on women's health, the power of diet and lifestyle changes, and how helping women improve their health boosts their confidence and visibility. Afterall, if you don’t have your health, you don’t have a business. Key Topics * Kathleen's Journey into Nutrition * The Impact of Diet on Health * Navigating Menopause and Health * The Importance of Hormones and Mental Health * Balancing Blood Sugar and Nutrition * The Role of Exercise in Health * Building Confidence and Public Speaking * The Power of Community and Support Sound Bites "Gut health is the root of most things." "Diet was the turning point for my health." "Rest and listening to your body are vital." Resources: A free Health Review with Kathleen: a 30-minute call designed to help women understand what might be driving their fatigue, weight gain or hormonal symptoms. Book through her website The Glucose Goddess Method by Jessie Inchauspé The Society with Speak and Shine. Next Collective launching 1st june https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-society-june26 [https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-society-june26] About Me Kier Adair: I’m a London-based Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m deeply passionate about empowering women in business to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are. I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a platform and community designed to help women take the stage, share their voice, and create powerful visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. What began as a platform has grown into a movement — one built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way. Before launching my own business, I spent more than two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe as part of the International Group. That experience shaped my understanding of visual branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully. Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable. Connect with Me: Website: kieradair.com [http://kieradair.com] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair [http://linkedin.com/in/kier-adair] Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/ [https://www.instagram.com/kier_adair/] About Kathleen Cornmell: Kathleen Cornmell is a registered nutritionist specialising in metabolic health, helping women navigate fatigue, weight gain and hormonal changes in midlife. Her work didn’t start with qualifications, it started with lived experience. There was a time when she felt completely exhausted, in pain, and disconnected from herself. She didn’t have the energy to show up for my family, let alone build a life or business she loved. That was her turning point. She had to stop pushing through and start listening to her body. Through that process, she began to understand how stress, blood sugar, hormones and lifestyle are all connected, and how small, sustainable changes can completely shift how we feel and show up. Now, she helps women who feel stuck, overwhelmed or like 'nothing is working anymore' to rebuild their energy, stabilise their blood sugar and feel like themselves again. Because when your energy comes back, you stop playing small and finally start saying yes to yourself and your business. Connect with Kathleen: Website: kathleencornmell.co.uk/ [http://kathleencornmell.co.uk/] Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/kathleen-cornmell/ Facebook: facebook.com/kcornmell/ [http://facebook.com/kcornmell/] Instagram: instagram.com/kathleencornmell/