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When we think about the future we imagine what could be. In this podcast I talk to a woman who has influenced the past and I think this past has lessons for us we don’t want to forget. Through her early life representing NZ in the Miss World and Universe Pageants, Gaye was able to put NZ wool on a global stage. Later farming with her husband Tom, her experiences of fashion, her ability to put people at ease she has supported new ventures like the deer industry and large community events.

What happens when preparedness for leadership meets opportunity to apply it? In this podcast we will meet Karen Williams who show us about courage, collaboration and building credibility. How a potential disaster meets a woman who was prepared to put her own self -interests aside, find her courage muscle and collaborate for the greater good of her community, growers and an Industry.

There was a lightbulb moment for Susan a few years ago working on a water project “how can I create sustainable land use options for farmers and remove the barrier to market”? Her solution lead to co- founding left field innovations a purpose led enterprise creating a better New Zealand through sustainable food production that delivers higher nutrition and value  But before she was brave enough to become an entrepreneur Susan faced what many women in agriculture face doubts around her creditability as her initial skills/career was developed outside of agriculture. Susan’s story demonstrates how when we recognise the value of our transferable skills/ strengths and the leadership skills we learn within our families -we learn to trust ourselves and find our purpose.

There was a day when overwhelmed with too much on her plate and a big life impact, Lynda got some great advice “stop spinning so many plates, people don’t remember how many plates you spin, only the ones you drop”.  In this episode I explore growing leadership through understanding your why, what and how.  We talk to Lynda McDonald, whose lifelong curiosity has taken her many places and shaped the way she sees and now does things.  These days she is very intentional on keeping her bucket full - leading with integrity and being true to herself.  She’s a Kiwi girl with global influence in the dairy sector, she doesn’t like to focus on what she has done, it is more around ‘who she is’ and ‘what she stands for’. 

Leadership has always been in Rachel’s DNA. From a love of debating at college, international trade as a young professional, founding a start- up sustainable fishing business to now leading Kono. An innovator, a change maker, proudly amplifying and advocating for Māori business. In this podcast we unpick personality, how women find their voice and why we should embrace our inner unicorn.

Leadership has always been in Rachel’s DNA. From a love of debating at college, international trade as a young professional, founding a start- up sustainable fishing business to now leading Kono. An innovator, a change maker, proudly amplifying and advocating for Māori business. In this podcast we unpick personality, how women find their voice and why we should embrace our inner unicorn.

Joyce Campbell is a Scottish farmer in the remote highlands of Scotland, through the lens of her camera and her team of dogs she is influencing audiences throughout the world by sharing her farming life and story on social media. She is a champion for the natural environment, sheep production, enabling success for women food produces and building community. In this episode we unpick what lead Joyce to influence through her lens, what’s happening as a result and the wider leadership she is engaging in now.

Joyce Campbell is a Scottish farmer in the remote highlands of Scotland, through the lens of her camera and her team of dogs she is influencing audiences throughout the world by sharing her farming life and story on social media. She is a champion for the natural environment, sheep production, enabling success for women food produces and building community. In this episode we unpick what lead Joyce to influence through her lens, what’s happening as a result and the wider leadership she is engaging in now.

From her first paycheck, Theresa Gattung has invested in other women. Today this continues through her entrepreneurial food company, her philanthropic endeavours; women and business are her two passions. Her life’s mission has been bridging the two worlds of feminism and business – where purpose meets profit. Theresa believes food production and food business are the real economy and women are key to its success.

From her first paycheck, Theresa Gattung has invested in other women. Today this continues through her entrepreneurial food company, her philanthropic endeavours; women and business are her two passions. Her life’s mission has been bridging the two worlds of feminism and business – where purpose meets profit. Theresa believes food production and food business are the real economy and women are key to its success.

Building authenticity and resilience in her own voice and finding the courage to not be like everyone else has provided Lisa with a strong platform from which to lead. In this episode, we explore how her love of adventure has given her a compass to navigate through uncertainty and challenge in her roles alongside a comfort to fail. She has a deep purpose to support wāhine (women) find their voice, draw from, and connect with their wisdom to provide wellbeing for people and the whenua land).

Vicki Saunders founder of SheEO global believes there is nothing wrong with women, only the systems they operate in. Here she shares what happens when women embrace acts of radical generosity, fund and support other women working on the worlds to do list. Is this the way we will all do business in the future? How could some of the concepts discussed here help food producers and consumers?

Mavis Mullins shares her wisdom and experiences around tough situations and how she picks herself up and chooses to do what is right over what is comfortable. Being comfortable with who you are, what you stand for and the values you choose helps navigate the challenges of leadership and governance. Mavis believes values help us break down silos, cultural differences so we can work together as women, draw on ancient wisdom, and solve our food challengers through peace. Find more about Mavis Mullins at https://www.amplifyingus.com/our-guests  

Melissa Clarke Reynolds is an entrepreneur, company director, futurist beekeeper, and all-round fabulous human. In this episode, we explore the power of the sisterhood. What happens when women are cooperating and not competing with one another? How does this build belonging, connection, and allow us to amplify our mission? Find out more about Melissa at https://www.amplifyingus.com/our-guests

What is "Amplifying Us" with Lindy Nelson? Which topics will we be addressing? Who will be our guests? "Amplifying Us": It's you, it's me, and it's us.