In this episode, we welcome Helen Anderton, finance director for INX in the UK. In 2024 Helen was nominated for the prestigious British Coatings Federation Young Leader of the Year Award. The award celebrates exceptional talent for an individual under the age of 35.

During this episode, we discuss Helen’s unusual career path so far, what it means to be a woman in the coatings and packaging sector, and we discuss some of the key findings at the 2024 BCF conference, including how the chemical supply chain can promote careers and find future leaders.

We also delve into the opportunities presented at INX and how the company is driving the next generation of talent.

Timestamps…

00:00:00 – Introduction to The Metalpack Pod
00:00:18 – Guest Introduction: Helen Anderton
00:01:11 – Helen’s Nomination for Young Leader of the Year
00:02:00 – Interview Process for the Award
00:03:06 – BCF’s Investment in Young Talent
00:03:49 – Next Gen Council Initiatives
00:04:39 – Understanding Gen Z’s Workplace Expectations
00:05:40 – Work-Life Balance and Hybrid Working
00:06:39 – Implementing Next Gen Insights at INX
00:07:39 – Helen’s Unusual Career Path
00:09:01 – Opportunities at INX
00:09:58 – Ambition and Attitude in Recruitment
00:10:39 – Key Takeaways from the BCF Conference
00:11:55 – Diversity in the Workforce
00:12:31 – Support for Women in Business
00:13:03 – Sponsorship Segment: PPG
00:14:02 – Challenges for Women in Male-Dominated Industries
00:15:19 – Advice for Women Seeking Senior Roles
00:16:23 – Encouraging STEM Careers Post-COVID
00:17:04 – Promoting the Industry to Younger Generations
00:18:05 – Recruitment Strategies for the Next Generation
00:19:46 – Engaging with Schools for Early Interest
00:20:41 – Promoting INX and STEM Roles
00:22:00 – Future Ambitions for Helen and INX
00:23:08 – Key Themes for INX Moving Forward
00:24:12 – Succession Planning and Knowledge Transfer
00:25:00 – Targeting Graduate Recruitment
00:25:56 – Sustainability as a Core Value
00:26:56 – Consumer Attitudes Towards Sustainability