About this episode

Will Howard discusses his transition from hospitality to leadership in purpose-driven companies and the importance of mental health in business.

Will Howard shares his journey from hospitality worker to Managing Director of GrowUp Farms, revealing how purpose-driven leadership and vulnerability create stronger businesses and teams. • Started career with a passion for food, working in hospitality before transitioning to FMCG roles at L'Oreal and PepsiCo • Found his authentic leadership style at purpose-driven companies like Red Bull, Innocent and Ella's Kitchen • Practices vulnerability by openly discussing mental health challenges wi...

People in this episode

Host: Jay Greenwood

Guest: Will Howard

Topics covered

• leadership
• mental health
• hospitality
• FMCG
• purpose-driven companies

Keywords

• leadership
• mental health
• hospitality
• FMCG
• purpose-driven

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: GrowUp Farms, L'Oreal, PepsiCo, Red Bull, Innocent, Ella's Kitchen

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