She Did, So I Can

What does it take to leave behind a successful career and pursue something you're truly passionate about?In this episode of She Did So I Can, Jacqui Miller-Charlton MBE sits down with Elin Bergman, sustainability advocate and Circular Impact Officer at Cradlenet, Sweden's circular economy network, to explore her unconventional career journey and passion for creating a more sustainable future.From working in the male-dominated gaming industry to promoting Hollywood blockbusters at 20th Century Fox, Elin shares the experiences that led her to question her career path and eventually dedicate her work to tackling environmental challenges.Elin also reflects on her time volunteering with Greenpeace, her experiences at WWF and the life-changing year she spent sailing across the Atlantic. She explains how life at sea transformed her perspective on the planet's limited resources and inspired her commitment to the circular economy.Throughout the conversation, Elin discusses the importance of following your passions, embracing career changes and recognising that it's never too late to start again.This is an inspiring conversation about sustainability, resilience, finding purpose and having the confidence to take a different path. Listen now and don't forget to follow She Did So I Can for more conversations with the women shaping industries, breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation 🎧

What does it really take to build a career in politics while balancing leadership, family and personal ambition?In this episode of She Did So I Can, Jacqui Miller-Charlton MBE sits down with former government minister and MP Anne-Marie Trevelyan to explore her journey into politics, the realities of public life and the experiences that shaped her leadership style.From an unexpected text message encouraging her to enter politics to navigating the demands of government, Anne-Marie reflects on the opportunities, challenges and personal sacrifices that came with her career. She shares her thoughts on women in leadership, the importance of speaking up and why confidence often comes from having the courage to take opportunities before feeling completely ready.Anne-Marie also opens up about her upbringing, the influence of her mother and the importance of protecting her family while working in the public eye. She discusses resilience, staying true to yourself and why leadership doesn't have to mean doing everything alone.This is an honest and inspiring conversation about ambition, confidence, resilience and finding your own voice in leadership.Listen now and don't forget to follow She Did So I Can for more conversations with the women shaping industries, breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation 🎧

What happens when the sporting dream you've spent years chasing suddenly comes to an end?In this episode of She Did So I Can, Jacqui Miller-Charlton MBE sits down with Rebecca ‘Bex’ Duff, founder of Tenacious Transition, to explore the challenges young athletes face when transitioning out of professional sport and why support beyond the game is so important.From overcoming dyslexia, bullying and being underestimated to founding her own business, Bex shares how her experiences shaped her resilience and determination to help others.Bex also discusses the emotional impact of being released from football academies, the loss of identity many young athletes experience and the importance of mental health support. As a mother to a football-loving son, she reflects on the pressures facing young players and the role parents play in supporting their dreams.Throughout the conversation, Bex explores how sport builds confidence, resilience and leadership skills, particularly for young girls, and why success should never be defined by one moment.This is an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, identity, mental health and finding purpose beyond sport.Listen now and don't forget to follow She Did So I Can for more conversations with the women shaping industries, breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation 🎧

What does it take to balance ambition, entrepreneurship and motherhood?In the first episode of Season 3 of She Did So I Can, Jacqui Miller-Charlton MBE sits down with Gaby Noble, founder of Exhale and Classical Pilates teacher, to explore her journey through business, personal challenges and motherhood.From discovering the power of Pilates following a serious car accident to building her own successful business, Gaby shares the determination, resilience and hard work behind her entrepreneurial journey. She also reflects on overcoming criticism, trusting her instincts and learning to focus on what truly matters.Gaby opens up about her emotional journey through IVF and becoming a mother at 44, sharing the realities of balancing motherhood with running her businesses and how becoming a mum has made her more ambitious than ever.This is an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, ambition, overcoming challenges and finding strength you never knew you had.Listen now and don't forget to follow She Did So I Can for more conversations with the women shaping industries, breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation.

Join us on She Did So I Can as we sit down with Laura Buckwell, broadcast journalist, former TV news anchor, event MC and conference moderator, to explore the realities of building a career in the media and the opportunities that come from saying yes.From knowing as a child that she wanted to work in television to spending years behind the scenes before stepping in front of the camera, Laura shares the experiences that shaped her career. She reflects on taking a leap of faith to move to Dubai, the importance of learning every role in the industry and why confidence is built through practice, not perfection.From discussing the value of work experience and mentorship to sharing her thoughts on women supporting one another and the importance of male allies, Laura offers honest advice for anyone looking to build a meaningful career.We explore:• Why starting at the bottom can be the best foundation for long-term success• The importance of hands-on experience, mentorship and embracing every opportunity• Why confidence, resilience and persistence matter more than having all the answersAn inspiring conversation about ambition, courage and building a career by trusting yourself, embracing the journey and never stopping learning.Subscribe to She Did So I Can on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms.

Join us on She Did So I Can as we sit down with Chafa Ghaddar, artist and fresco painter, to explore creativity, curiosity and what it means to build a life through art.Drawing on experiences shaped by her childhood, motherhood and artistic practice, Chafa reflects on how creativity is nurtured through play, experimentation and a willingness to embrace uncertainty. She shares why discovering fresco transformed the way she expressed herself, allowing her to create work that connects memory, place and the human experience.From discussing the realities of making a living as an artist to the importance of protecting imagination in a digital world, Chafa offers a thoughtful perspective on why creativity matters at every stage of life.We explore:• Why curiosity, play and taking risks are essential for creativity• The impact of technology on imagination, childhood and critical thinking• Building a sustainable artistic career and finding your own creative voiceA reflective conversation about resilience, creativity and having the courage to create a life that is true to yourself.Subscribe to She Did So I Can on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms.

Join us on She Did So I Can as we sit down with Raja Felgata, media entrepreneur, executive producer and screenwriter, to explore resilience, representation and what it really takes to build a career on your own terms.From breaking into the media industry to producing, writing and creating platforms that amplify diverse voices, Raja shares the challenges she faced as a woman of colour navigating an industry where she often had to fight to be heard. Through determination, self-belief and an unwavering commitment to her vision, she has built a career centred on storytelling, creativity and meaningful change.Today, Raja is passionate about creating opportunities for the next generation of women, championing intellectual property rights for creatives and encouraging others to recognise the value of their ideas, their voice and their perspective.We explore:• Overcoming bias, criticism and breaking barriers in the media industry• Why ownership, intellectual property and knowing your worth matter• Mentorship, representation and opening doors for the next generation of womenAn honest conversation about resilience, leadership and having the courage to tell your story, your way.Subscribe to She Did So I Can on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms.

She Did, So I Can: Meet Charlotte ElliottJoin us on She Did So I Can as we sit down with Charlotte Elliott, VP, Shareholder Office, Power & Low Carbon JVs at BP, to explore leadership, resilience and building a career in the energy sector.Born and educated in the UK, with a degree from Durham University, Charlotte has built her career at the intersection of science, engineering and commercial strategy. Her work focuses on guiding investment and joint ventures within low-carbon and power initiatives, helping shape the future of energy in a rapidly evolving industry.Alongside her professional role, Charlotte is also a mother of two, balancing leadership in a high-pressure, male-dominated environment while navigating moments of doubt, challenge and growth.We explore:• Building confidence and credibility in the energy and engineering sectors• Balancing leadership, family life and high-stakes decision-making• Encouraging young women to pursue unconventional career pathsA thoughtful and inspiring conversation about purpose, progression and leading with impact.Subscribe to She Did So I Can on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms.

Join us on She Did So I Can as we sit down with Hannah Edwards, Managing Director of Eva Capital Management, Chartered Financial Planner and award-winning wealth management expert, to explore leadership, resilience and building a successful career in finance.With almost 25 years of experience in wealth management, Hannah has built an impressive career founded on expertise, determination and a passion for helping others achieve their financial goals. From studying Economics at UCL to founding her own independent wealth management firm, she shares the experiences that shaped her journey and the lessons she's learned along the way.As one of the UK's leading financial advisers, Hannah reflects on navigating a traditionally male-dominated industry, the importance of mentorship, and why attracting more women into finance is essential for the future of the profession.We explore:• Finding your career path and following what genuinely interests you• Navigating workplace bias, mentorship and leadership in finance• Why continuous learning, curiosity and courage are key to long-term successAn insightful conversation about ambition, confidence and building a career with purpose.Subscribe to She Did So I Can on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms.

Join us on She Did So I Can as we sit down with Prof. Nawal Benzaouia, Founder & CEO of UMIVERSE, author, accessibility advocate and entrepreneur, to explore inclusion, resilience and building a career driven by purpose.From her early academic research into disability and social representation to launching her first company at just 20 years old, Nawal has dedicated her career to creating more accessible and inclusive spaces for people with disabilities. Her journey has taken her from France to the UAE, where she has continued to challenge perceptions, drive change and build businesses that create meaningful impact.Through her work, Nawal is helping organisations move beyond seeing inclusion as an act of kindness and instead recognise it as a fundamental part of creating fairer, more accessible environments for everyone.We explore:• The importance of disability awareness and education from a young age• Building businesses with purpose and creating opportunities for inclusion• Resilience, entrepreneurship and turning challenges into opportunitiesAn inspiring conversation about advocacy, leadership and the power of creating change through action.Subscribe to She Did So I Can on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms.