Fast Growth, Inclusive Culture: Practical Steps for building DEI within Scaling Teams with Kianna Briggs

Fast Growth, Inclusive Culture: Practical Steps for building DEI within Scaling Teams with Kianna Briggs

What does it take to make inclusion truly meaningful at work? In this episode, Kianna Briggs, Head of Talent Acquisition and Inclusion at Medialab, joins Pivotalk to explore how to embed DEI into the fabric of a business, not just policies. From building trust and empowering communities, to changing hearts and minds, Kianna shares the wins, challenges, and lived experiences that have shaped her approach to inclusive hiring and culture-building.

The Path to Leadership in a Fragmented World of Search: Luke’s Journey to Global Head of Search at Zenith

Search is evolving – fast. In this episode, Luke Stanford, Global Head of Search at Zenith UK, unpacks what the future of search really looks like. From fragmented user journeys and the rise of visual search to the growing influence of AI and agentic tools, Luke shares sharp, practical insights on how brands can stay visible – and competitive – in an increasingly complex search ecosystem.

Optimising the Unoptimisable: SEO’s AI Adventure with Daniel Liddle

What does SEO success really look like in the age of AI? In this episode, Dan Liddle, Senior SEO Director at iCrossing UK, joins us to break down what’s changed - and what hasn’t - in search. From navigating ChatGPT to redefining value in content, Dan shares sharp, honest insights on how brands can stay visible, relevant, and measurable.

Millie’s Path to Head of Marketing at Ocean Bottle: Leading with Impact for Brand, Industry and Planet

How do you scale brand impact without losing sight of purpose? In this episode, Millie Allen, Head of Marketing at Ocean Bottle, shares her path to leadership in a mission-led business - from defining brand values to balancing growth with sustainability. Millie opens up about building teams, staying curious, and the lessons that have shaped her career.

Why Brands Need Growth Artisans with Josh Lachkovic

What does it really take to scale a brand? In this episode, Josh Lachkovic, Founder of creative growth agency Ballpoint, joins us to explore how brands can grow without losing their edge, and introduces the 'growth artisan'. Covering creative constraints, AI, and startup-style thinking, Josh shares candid insights on what works - and what doesn’t - when building for impact.