FREDIE Spotlight: David Hughes
In this insightful interview, NCFD Chief Executive Solat Chaudhry talks with David Hughes, Chief Executive of the Association of Colleges, about the importance of embedding diversity in the workplace. They explore how fostering inclusivity and embracing the FREDIE principles—Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement—can drive meaningful change across the education sector. Discover Hughes’ approach to leadership, his commitment to social justice, and why he believes in the power of diverse teams to achieve better outcomes.
FREDIE Spotlight: Becky Hewitt
In this interview, Solat Chaudhry, NCFD Chief Executive, speaks with Becky Hewitt, Director of People at Leeds Building Society, about their EDI initiatives. Hewitt shares insights into their success at the NCFD Grand Awards 2019, the impact of their involvement with the Women in Finance Charter, and their rigorous recruitment process aimed at promoting diversity. She emphasises the importance of culture, continuous improvement through external accreditations, and the Society’s strategic focus on gender, mental health, and BAME representation in their workforce.