The MD Podcast

The MD Podcast | Season 3 Episode 4 | Howard Bell

On the latest episode of The MD Podcast, Howard Bell joins us on his second day as Head of Banking and Capital Market Solutions at emagine. Martin and Howard discuss his lengthy and successful career in IT and business, how he grew his professional skills, and the importance of taking risks and keeping open lines of communication.  Listen along as Howard shares his personal and professional lessons, his passion for improving systems, the people and resources that inspire him, and why he decided to join the emagine team.  Connect with Howard on LinkedIn here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/howard-bell-ab81126/] Connect with Martin on LinkedIn here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhartley1/]

The MD Podcast | Season 3 Episode 3 | Ron Lay

On episode 3, season 3 of The MD Podcast, host Martin Hartley interviews Ron Lay, MD - Global Head of SME and Digital Channels at HSBC. Ron has had an impressive career, from being a programmer in the 1990s to a senior leadership role at HSBC.  Ron talks about everything from his early days learning to code at university and how he got his first job in Silicon Valley before the days of Facebook to how he now inspires and motivates his team.  Connect with Martin on LinkedIn here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhartley1/]. Connect with Ron on LinkedIn here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-lay/].

The MD Podcast | Season 3 Episode 2 | Pete Healey

On the latest episode of the MD podcast, host Martin Hartley chats to his old friend and colleague Pete Healey, CEO of eFinancialCareers. They discuss how Pete’s initial move to sales didn’t go as expected and how, despite all the bumps in the road, he’s found exactly what he’s meant to be doing.  Pete has been working in sales and IT his entire career, but he’s played many different roles. He’s also worked in multiple countries, understanding how leadership differs in other cultures. The conversation covers his past, present, and his hopes for the future.  Connect with Pete on LinkedIn here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-healey-efinancialcareers/].  Connect with Martin on LinkedIn here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhartley1/].

The MD Podcast | Season 3 Episode 1 | Clare Smallwood

On the first episode of season 3 of The MD Podcast, host Martin Hartley talks to Clare Smallwood, Lead PMO at HSBC. They discuss her fascinating career path, why good leadership is crucial, and how sometimes you need to take a step back and reassess whether you’re happy with your current career direction.  Clare has travelled extensively, performed many roles in multiple sectors, and has found her true calling in her PMO role at HSBC. She talks candidly about the unconventional path she took to get to where she is today and how looking for the right environment is just as important as finding the right work.  Connect with Clare on LinkedIn here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-smallwood-b83b3a8/].  Connect with Martin on LinkedIn here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhartley1/].

The MD Podcast | Season 2 Episode 6 | Duncan Beach

On the latest episode of The MD Podcast, host Martin Hartley chats with Duncan Beach, Managing Director, Global Head Process Engineering & Automation at HSBC. They discuss the details of Duncan’s lengthy career, starting in the dotcom era and moving through his years as a consultant to his current position at HSBC. Throughout the episode, Duncan shares his advice for those wanting to follow in his footsteps. It’s a conversation not to be missed that’ll give you great insight into the change and transformation sector. Connect with Martin on LinkedIn here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhartley1/]. Connect with Duncan on LinkedIn here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-beach-5219a11/].