DRIVEN WOMEN

DRIVEN WOMEN’s Julie Brangstrup talks with Lea Calvert, Senior Managing Director at Evercore, leader of the European Private Capital Advisory team from inside the iconic Peninsula London taxi. Lea Lazaric Calvert is the Senior Managing Director at Evercore, based in London, where she leads the firm’s European Private Capital Advisory team. With a career spanning global investment banking and private markets, she advises institutional investors and fund sponsors on complex secondary transactions, capital raises and fund recapitalisations. Before joining Evercore, Lea held senior roles at UBS in London, working across the private funds group and equity capital markets. A graduate of the London School of Economics and INSEAD, she brings both analytical precision and strategic vision to her work. Fluent in English, German and Croatian, with a working knowledge of French, Lea’s global perspective mirrors the markets she navigates. Beyond finance, she is a passionate advocate for gender diversity and inclusion in leadership, driving initiatives within Evercore Europe that empower women to lead with confidence and authenticity. What drives her is a deep belief that progress in finance comes not just from numbers, but from people, the courage to innovate, the conviction to lead with integrity and the commitment to create lasting impact.From navigating the complexities of global markets to championing women reshaping the finance industry, this episode reminds us that progress isn’t found in tradition, but in the bold decisions that move industries and people forward with purpose. Please follow (it’s free), your support means the world to us! xxx Julie

EPISODE 9 TRAILER OUT NOW! Join Lea Lazaric Calvert, Senior Managing Director at Evercore and head of the firm’s European Private Capital Advisory team, as she sits down with Julie Brangstrup, founder and CEO of CASH & ROCKET, for an inspiring conversation filmed inside the iconic The Peninsula London taxi. With a career spanning global finance and investment advisory, Lea shares her journey from the trading floors of London to leading one of the most respected private capital teams in Europe. She opens up about breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated industry, the value of mentorship and the mindset it takes to succeed in high-stakes finance while staying true to your purpose.

DRIVEN WOMEN’s Julie Brangstrup talks with Nathalie Morrison, mother, wife, entrepreneur and business owner from inside the iconic Peninsula London taxi. Nathalie Morrison is a Cambridge-educated entrepreneur and the founder of Astrea London, a luxury jewellery brand redefining brilliance through lab-grown diamonds. With a distinguished background in international finance, including leadership roles at Signia Wealth, Coutts & Co and Lazard & Co, Nathalie blends business acumen with a deep commitment to sustainability and ethical innovation. Her vision for Astrea London was born from a desire to merge beauty with responsibility, proving that luxury can be both aspirational and conscientious. Driven by purpose and progress, she champions a new era of leadership that values transparency, empowerment and impact, inspiring others to lead with intention and to challenge tradition with integrity.From the sparkle of lab-grown diamonds to the courage of women redefining success, this episode reminds us that progress isn’t found in following old paths, but in creating new ones with purpose.Please follow (it’s free), your support means the world to us! xxx Julie

EPISODE 8 TRAILER OUT NOW! Join Julie Brangstrup, founder and CEO of CASH & ROCKET, as she sits down with Nathalie Morrison, CEO and founder of Astrea London, the cutting-edge luxury brand redefining the future of lab-grown diamonds. Filmed inside the iconic The Peninsula London taxi, this conversation sparkles with purpose, innovation and authenticity. From reshaping perceptions of fine jewellery to leading with sustainability and heart, Nathalie’s journey embodies modern elegance and conscious entrepreneurship. She shares her vision for a brighter, more responsible luxury industry and what it truly means to create beauty that empowers both people and the planet. A radiant episode celebrating female leadership, creativity and the brilliance of Astrea London. 

DRIVEN WOMEN’s Julie Brangstrup talks with Samantha Peter, former Global Director of Marketing at Google for Education, her past roles include working at Bloomberg L.P. as a Sales Manager (French-speaking Switzerland & Monaco) and a consultant for BMI. Samantha Peters is a seasoned global marketing leader who has spent over 17 years building and scaling brand and education-tech initiatives at major companies, including her role as Global Director of Marketing at Google for Education. She began her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology from University College London and proceeded to complete a Master’s degree in International Management at King’s College London. Her career has been defined by bridging the gap between innovation, education and global strategy, working across cultures and markets to ensure technology serves meaningful educational outcomes. What truly drives her is the belief that leadership is not just about metrics or markets, but about empowerment: giving educators, students and innovators the tools, story and confidence to shape their learning and growth.For the women carving out space at the table and those building new ones, this episode is a reminder that leadership with purpose changes everything.Please follow (it’s free), your support means the world to us! xxx Julie 

EPISODE 7 TRAILER OUT NOW! Join Samantha Peter, former Global Director of Marketing at Google for Education, as she sits down with Julie Brangstrup, founder and CEO of CASH & ROCKET, for an inspiring conversation filmed inside the iconic The Peninsula London taxi. From leading global campaigns to shaping the future of purpose-driven marketing, Samantha’s story is one of creativity, courage and conviction. She opens up about the power of authenticity, the importance of staying curious, and what it truly means to build a career that creates impact.

DRIVEN WOMEN’s Julie Brangstrup talks with Dr. Maryam Zamani, oculoplastic surgeon, entrepreneur, founder and CEO of the luxury skincare brand MZ Skin and known for her expertise in eye and facial rejuvenation.Dr. Maryam Zamani is a renowned oculoplastic surgeon and aesthetic visionary who has dedicated her career to blending medical expertise with artistic precision to enhance natural beauty. What inspires her is the transformative power of confidence, seeing her patients embrace themselves and radiate self-assurance motivates her every day. Driven by a passion for innovation, she constantly explores new techniques and approaches in both surgical and non-surgical aesthetics, while her work in skincare reflects her belief that beauty is holistic, empowering women to care for themselves inside and out. Her journey is fuelled by a desire to redefine modern beauty, celebrate individuality and inspire women to embrace their true potential.If you embody the vision of modern beauty, where science meets artistry and women are empowered to shine with confidence, grace and self-love, you’ll love this episode.Please follow (it’s free), your support means the world to us! xxx Julie

DON'T MISS EPISODE 6! Join world-renowned oculoplastic surgeon and MZ Skin founder Dr. Maryam Zamani as she sits down with Julie Brangstrup, founder and CEO of CASH & ROCKET, for an empowering conversation filmed inside the iconic The Peninsula London taxi. From precision in surgery to the creation of a global luxury skincare brand, Dr. Zamani’s journey is one of vision, innovation, and purpose. With elegance and insight, she shares how science, artistry and empowerment intertwine to redefine modern beauty.

In Episode 26 of Driven Women by Cash and Rocket, Julie Brangstrup sits down with Tanya Rose, founder of Mason Rose, for a conversation about luxury, connection, and what it takes to build something that lasts.Tanya has spent 33 years connecting people and places with possibility. And she's only just getting started.The full episode drops tomorrow. ❤️#drivenwomen #cashandrocket #womeninleadership #luxurytravel #masonrose #hospitality

We’re joined by Emma Vernetti, artist, mother, philanthropist, and long-time supporter of the arts, for a warm, honest, and deeply reflective conversation about creativity, confidence, motherhood, and finding your way back to yourself.Emma shares how her love of trees became the heart of her artistic practice, from the individuality of bark patterns to the hidden shapes and stories people discover in her drawings. She opens up about returning to art later in life after years of raising children, and how the stillness of Covid gave her the space to pick up a pen again and create on a larger scale than ever before.She speaks candidly about the vulnerability of making art, what it means to put a piece of your soul into the world, and why creative work can feel so personal and exposing. Emma also reflects on self-doubt, rejection, and the childhood moments that can quietly shape confidence for years, as well as the bravery it takes to keep going anyway.Alongside her work as an artist, Emma talks about her deep involvement in charitable work, including her support of the Royal Academy and Sunflower Children, and why giving back, especially alongside other women, has become such an important part of her life. She also shares her thoughts on motherhood, the bittersweet reality of children growing up and leaving home, and how this new chapter has created space for travel, art, and fresh purpose.And in a thoughtful closing segment, Emma speaks about AI, social media, and the pressure of modern life, why she finds the digital world both useful and unsettling, and why protecting human connection, creativity, and perspective matters more than ever.00:00 Introduction01:24 Emma’s passion for trees and the individuality of bark02:44 Returning to art after motherhood03:03 Covid, stillness, and starting again creatively04:40 Opening a studio and creating space for other artists05:47 Selling her work and the vulnerability of creativity07:02 Whether her work will always come back to trees08:20 Emotion, process, and what goes into each piece11:02 Supporting the Royal Academy and the arts12:09 Charity work and joining the board of Sunflower Children13:54 How the charity supports children through education16:43 Mother-child fundraising trips to South Africa18:13 Motherhood, identity, and children leaving home20:29 This new chapter of life and making the most of it20:49 What Cash & Rocket means beyond the glamour22:42 Looking ahead to the next rally and the adventure of it24:40 Travel, inspiration, and seeing the world differently through art26:21 Advice to her younger self: be braver32:40 AI, social media, and the pressure of modern life34:49 What’s next for Emma and her studio36:00 Final reflectionsThis episode is a reminder that it is never too late to return to what makes you feel most alive, and that creativity, courage, and compassion often grow stronger with time.Please subscribe, it’s free, and your support means the world to us. xxx Julie#drivenwomen #cashandrocket #womeninart #creativity #motherhood #artistjourney

In Episode 25 of Driven Women by Cash and Rocket, Julie Brangstrup sits down with Emma Vernetti for a conversation about creativity, vulnerability, and what it truly means to make something that is entirely your own.Emma is an artist who sees what most of us miss. She doesn't just draw trees. She captures their fingerprints.But this episode goes beyond the art. It's about the terrifying moment you put something deeply personal out into the world and wait for it to be judged. And whether in an age of AI, human creativity is becoming obsolete — or more precious than ever.The full episode drops tomorrow. ❤️#drivenwomen #cashandrocket #womeninleadership #art #creativity #resilience

We're joined by Marine Tanguy, founder of MT Art Agency, for an inspiring and wide-ranging conversation about disrupting the art world, championing creativity, and building a business that refuses to speak to the same small room of people.Marine shares her journey from growing up on a tiny island in France, dropping out of philosophy studies, writing a letter to the BBC Culture Show at 19, and becoming gallery director at 21 for the man who discovered Banksy. She talks candidly about how she spotted a gap in the art world that nobody else had filled — the talent agency model — and how bringing it to the art sector created entirely new revenue streams for artists through brand partnerships, public art commissions, and digital collaborations.She speaks honestly about why the art market is experiencing its worst decline since the 1970s, why she believes the sector is slowly dying by speaking to the same tiny group of people, and why MT Art Agency has grown precisely because it built outside the traditional model.She also gives a clear-eyed view of where the global art market is heading — why the Middle East is unlocking enormous investment, why London remains essential, and why the US is facing a complicated moment culturally and commercially.And in a deeply thoughtful segment, Marine opens up about the ethics of AI, the theft of creative data, what it means to consume 10,000 images a day, and why she wrote Visual Detox — her book on the hidden effect of visual content on our mental health.00:00 Introduction01:20 Growing up on a 9,000-person island in France03:30 Dreaming of the dinner table conversations that shaped ideas05:00 Dropping out of philosophy and writing to the BBC07:15 Becoming gallery director at 21 for the man who discovered Banksy09:40 Moving to LA and spotting the gap in the art world11:30 Founding MT Art Agency and the Hollywood talent model13:50 Expanding revenue streams: brand partnerships, public art, digital16:00 The art world's worst decline since the 1970s18:20 Why galleries are slowly dying by speaking to the same people20:30 Spotting Raven Declair at her graduate show and knowing instantly24:00 Upcoming campaigns: the Six Nations Women and UN Women UK27:10 Where the global art market is growing: Middle East, London, Europe30:00 Why the US is a complicated market right now32:45 AI, stolen creative data and the ethics of imagery36:30 Visual Detox: consuming 10,000 images a day and what it does to your mind40:00 Running a company and raising three children43:30 Staying organised, inbox zero and getting things done46:00 Advice to younger women entering the art world49:15 What's next for Marine and MT Art AgencyThis episode is a reminder that creativity is not a nice-to-have — it is a £140 billion industry, a force for social change, and the reason most of us choose to live in the cities we love. And it needs people willing to fight for it.Please subscribe (it's free), your support means the world to us! xxx Julie#drivenwomen #cashandrocket #womeninleadership #artworld #creativity #mtartagency

In Episode 24 of Driven Women by Cash and Rocket, Julie Brangstrup sits down with Marine Tanguy, founder of MT Art Agency, for a conversation about disrupting the art world, championing creativity, and why the sector risks slowly dying if it doesn't change.Marine grew up on a tiny island of 9,000 people in France and arrived in London at 19 with a letter and a dream. What followed is a story of spotting gaps nobody else could see, building something that didn't exist, and refusing to accept that art should only speak to the same small room of people.The full episode drops tomorrow. ❤️#drivenwomen #cashandrocket #womeninleadership #artworld #creativity #mtartagency

We're joined by Eram Sheraz Monnoo for a compelling and deeply personal conversation about building a career in property from scratch, breaking into one of the UK's most male-dominated industries, and what resilience really looks like when the stakes are high.Eram shares her journey from working at a small cash buying company, through the devastation of the 2008 recession, to setting up her own auction house and quietly becoming the 13th largest in the UK. She talks candidly about fighting for stock no one else could sell, managing male egos in the boardroom, and why delivering on your promises is the only currency that truly matters in this industry.She also gives practical, honest advice on the current UK property market, why she believes prices have bottomed out, why Scotland is the next big opportunity, and the critical legal checks every buyer must make before bidding at auction.And in a deeply personal segment, Eram opens up about her IVF journey, a miscarriage she faced with remarkable calm, and her decision to pursue adoption alongside her husband Shiraz.00:00 Introduction01:21 How it all started: cash buying and below market value property03:10 The recession and starting over05:02 Setting up her own auction house06:45 Walking into a male-dominated room and winning09:30 Becoming the 13th largest auction house in the UK11:15 Selling Century 21 and what came next13:40 The UK property market today and where the opportunities are16:00 Why Scotland is the market to watch right now17:50 Balancing motherhood, marriage and business20:10 Advice for anyone wanting to get into property23:45 Legal pitfalls at auction and how to protect yourself26:30 The IVF journey: what no one tells you31:00 Miscarriage, moving forward and the decision to adopt35:20 Managing stress and staying calm under pressure37:45 Female leadership and the power of women in politics40:00 The Cash and Rocket experience42:30 Final reflections and advice to her younger selfThis episode is a reminder that success rarely looks the way you expect it to, and that the most powerful thing you can do is keep showing up, even when the room wasn't built for you.Please subscribe (it's free), your support means the world to us! xxx Julie#drivenwomen #cashandrocket #womeninleadership #property #auction #resilience

In Episode 23 of Driven Women by Cash and Rocket, Julie Brangstrup sits down with Eram Sheraz Monnoo for a candid, refreshingly honest conversation about property, perseverance, and what it truly means to fight for your place in a room that was never designed for you.Eram built her career from the ground up, starting at a small cash buying company, navigating the brutal recession of 2008, and eventually setting up her own auction house in one of the most competitive and male-dominated industries in the UK. When she launched, the CEOs of every major auction house showed up to watch. Not to support her. To see what she was doing. She turned that scrutiny into fuel.She speaks openly about what it took to get there. Taking the stock no one else could sell. Delivering when others had given up. Quietly becoming the 13th largest auction house in the UK without even realising it, because she was too busy working to notice.She also shares her perspective on the current property market, why she believes central London has bottomed out, why Scotland is the opportunity most people are sleeping on, and what buyers absolutely must do before bidding at auction.And beyond the business, Eram speaks with warmth and honesty about motherhood, IVF, miscarriage, and the decision to pursue adoption, a conversation that is as grounding as it is moving.This is an episode about resilience, self-belief, and knowing your worth even when the room disagrees. The full episode drops tomorrow. ❤️#drivenwomen #cashandrocket #womeninleadership #property #auction #resilience

In episode 21 of Driven Women by Cash and Rocket, Nicky Morgan joins Julie Brangstrup for an open, thoughtful conversation about leadership, responsibility, and what it really means to operate inside systems of power.Nicky reflects on her journey from corporate law into senior leadership roles, sharing how early exposure to debate, public service, and law shaped her understanding of responsibility and decision-making. She speaks candidly about the reality behind leadership, explaining why influence is often far more constrained than people imagine, and why progress depends on trust, collaboration, and empowering those closest to the work.The conversation explores what it feels like to carry responsibility during moments of national pressure, and how trust can slowly erode when expectations are raised but delivery falls short. Nicky offers a rare behind-the-scenes perspective on navigating scrutiny, compromise, and resilience, and the emotional toll that comes with operating in demanding public-facing roles.Beyond leadership, this episode dives into Nicky’s work across education, governance, regulation, and culture. She discusses life in the House of Lords, serving on multiple boards, chairing regulatory bodies, and how experience across different sectors has shaped her approach to decision-making and long-term thinking.The discussion also touches on technology, AI, online safety, and regulation, alongside broader reflections on values, integrity, and adapting leadership in a rapidly changing world.Nicky shares thoughtful advice for younger women considering leadership paths, encouraging patience, life experience, and self-trust. She speaks honestly about balance, motherhood, ambition, and the reality that there is no perfect formula, only conscious choices made week by week.This is a grounded, honest conversation about leadership, resilience, and the quiet strength required to break barriers and stay true to your values while working inside complex systems.⸻Timestamps00:00 – Opening reflections on leadership and responsibility00:53 – Welcome to Driven Women by Cash and Rocket01:21 – Early influences and interest in public life02:24 – From corporate law to leadership roles03:19 – Entering high-responsibility environments04:15 – The reality behind power and decision-making05:37 – Empowering others versus holding control06:58 – Leadership under pressure and public scrutiny08:47 – Trust, accountability, and long-term impact10:26 – Life in the House of Lords11:10 – Governance, boards, and regulation13:15 – Education, systems, and meaningful change15:10 – Technology, AI, and online responsibility16:17 – Integrity and adapting leadership in change18:52 – Advice to younger women entering leadership21:16 – Life experience, patience, and self-belief22:58 – Motherhood, balance, and ambition25:13 – Values, resilience, and staying grounded27:55 – Future plans and reflections32:52 – Final thoughts and closing remarks#DrivenWomen #CashAndRocket

In Episode 21 of Driven Women by Cash and Rocket, Julie Brangstrup sits down with Nicky for a candid conversation about leadership, pressure, and the reality of being in the room where decisions are made.She speaks openly about how little control leaders often have, the weight of expectation, and the frustration of watching trust slowly erode through misunderstanding and noise.At the heart of the conversation is a belief in empowerment. Giving responsibility to those closest to the work, trusting people to lead, and knowing when real impact comes from stepping back rather than holding on.This is not about titles or authority.It is about responsibility, resilience, and the emotional strength required to lead in spaces that demand more than they give back.Driven Women by Cash and RocketWhere exceptional women break barriers and share the realities behind leadership.

In Episode 20 of Driven Women by Cash and Rocket, Sabina joins Julie Brangstrup for a reflective, wide-ranging conversation about craftsmanship, creativity, legacy, and human connection.Sabina shares how her journey began in a small town in Germany, where art and self-expression became her way of standing out. From early frustrations with fashion to a life-changing suggestion from her architect mother to work with metal instead of fabric, she describes the moment she realised jewellery was what she wanted to do for the rest of her life.The conversation explores her path through Germany’s rigorous jewellery education system, becoming a master jeweller at just 23, and the reality of what mastery truly means over time. Sabina reflects on leaving Germany, travelling the world to learn different techniques, and eventually spending over two decades in London working at the highest level of fine and high jewellery on Bond Street.Beyond craftsmanship, this episode goes deeper into storytelling through jewellery. Sabina explains why engagement rings that move people to tears can be more meaningful than large statement pieces, and why slow jewellery, made with intention, becomes something that carries memory, emotion, and legacy across generations.The discussion also covers Sabina’s powerful charity and art project inspired by Nelson Mandela, where each year she creates sculptural works around his life and stories. One of the most striking pieces maps his long walk to freedom across the African continent, using black diamonds to mark the defining moments of his journey.Sabina also shares her views on gemstones, energy, femininity in craft, mentorship, motherhood, spirituality, and why trusting your instinct matters more than following advice that doesn’t align with your own path. She speaks candidly about lab-grown versus natural diamonds, the importance of ethical sourcing, and why certain materials simply resonate more deeply with her values.The episode closes with thoughtful advice to younger creatives and women entering male-dominated industries: trust yourself more, create what you truly love, and give yourself the space to listen inward rather than chasing external validation.This is a calm, honest conversation about art, jewellery, energy, legacy, and the power of creating work that lasts.Timestamps00:00 – Introduction to Sabina00:53 – Welcome to Driven Women by Cash and Rocket01:21 – Early life in Germany and discovering creativity02:24 – From fashion frustration to working with metal03:08 – First workshop experience and finding her path03:19 – Apprenticeship, scholarships, and becoming a master jeweller04:15 – What “mastery” really means over time05:03 – Learning global techniques through travel05:37 – Falling in love with London and Bond Street craftsmanship06:18 – Working with major jewellery houses and rare materials07:14 – Jewellery versus sculpture and artistic evolution07:34 – Meeting Nelson Mandela and the moment that changed everything08:47 – Choosing art over brand-building09:11 – The Mandela charity sculpture series explained10:26 – Honouring legacy through art and storytelling11:10 – Advice to her younger self12:34 – Trusting instinct over external mentorship13:15 – Why engagement rings matter so deeply14:00 – Personal connection versus public recognition14:08 – Jewellery as culture, memory, and history15:10 – The Superwoman ring and femininity in craft16:17 – Gemstones, energy, and intuition18:52 – Natural diamonds vs lab-grown stones21:16 – Ethics, sustainability, and sourcing22:02 – Leaving London and redefining the next chapter22:58 – Expanding beyond jewellery into art and objects24:03 – Jewellery as talisman and emotional anchor25:13 – Slow fashion, longevity, and legacy26:38 – Motherhood and passing on creativity27:55 – Personal style and power dressing28:53 – Where to find Sabina’s work32:52 – Final reflections and closing thoughts#DrivenWomen #CashAndRocket

Episode 20 of Driven Women by Cash and Rocket is an intimate conversation about creativity, legacy, and the human stories behind extraordinary craftsmanship.In this episode, Julie Brangstrup sits down with Sabine, a jewellery designer whose journey began with curiosity rather than convention. Guided early on by her mother, an architect, Sabine moved from fabric to metal and quickly realised she had found the craft she wanted to dedicate her life to.Sabine reflects on why jewellery, particularly engagement rings, holds such deep meaning for her. It is not about scale or extravagance, but about intimacy. The moment someone sees a piece created just for them and is overcome with emotion. For her, that human connection is more powerful than any statement piece.The conversation also explores Sabine’s remarkable charity project inspired by Nelson Mandela. Each year, she created sculptural works based on his life and stories, culminating in a striking piece shaped like the African continent. Set with black diamonds marking key moments of his journey, it visually maps his long walk to freedom through art.This episode is a reminder that creativity is not just about what we make, but why we make it. It is about memory, purpose, and using craft to honour stories that deserve to be carried forward.Hosted by Julie Brangstrup, Driven Women continues to be a space where exceptional women share the deeper motivations behind their work, and where passion, artistry, and meaning take centre stage.A thoughtful, emotional conversation about legacy, craftsmanship, and the power of human connection. #WomenInBusiness#femalefounders

In episode 19 of Driven Women by Cash and Rocket, Laure Ferrari joins Julie Brangstrup for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about politics, power, pressure, and personal resilience.Laure shares what it’s really like to step into the political world, a space she describes as brutal, ruleless, and relentlessly personal. From her early career in France to campaigning, public scrutiny, and navigating life alongside a major political figure, she speaks openly about the compromises, criticism, and strength required to survive in public life.The conversation explores the current state of UK politics following the latest budget, the long-term impact of Brexit, rising taxation, public safety concerns, and why a lack of real business and negotiation experience has weakened leadership. Laure also discusses immigration, energy independence, education reform, and the importance of creating an environment where businesses and entrepreneurs can thrive.Beyond politics, this episode goes deeper into faith, mental resilience, charity work, education, and why children and women’s causes matter deeply to Laure. She reflects on handling public judgment, developing thick skin, staying grounded, and the personal rituals that help her reset in high-pressure environments.The episode closes with a powerful message to women considering politics, and to anyone navigating visibility and criticism: stop worrying about what people think, because holding yourself back helps no one.This is an honest, unfiltered conversation about courage, conviction, and responsibility in a world where opinions are loud and consequences are real.Timestamps00:00 – Introduction to Laure Ferrari00:19 – Welcome to Driven Women by Cash and Rocket00:29 – The political climate and the latest UK budget00:44 – Brexit, failed leadership, and negotiation gaps01:10 – Advice to her younger self and confidence in public life01:34 – Meeting through charity work in South Africa02:28 – Laure’s background and early career in France03:18 – From entrepreneurship to politics04:20 – Entering politics and first campaigns06:33 – Life in politics and public scrutiny07:17 – “There are no rules in politics”09:19 – The UK budget, taxation, and public frustration10:44 – Safety, law and order, and public confidence12:34 – Education, VAT on schools, and social impact14:26 – Borders, immigration, and national security16:07 – Food, farming, and energy independence17:44 – Supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs18:38 – Brexit: opportunity vs mismanagement21:48 – Reform UK and business-minded leadership23:20 – What comes next for UK politics25:52 – Public life, judgment, and resilience28:42 – Handling criticism and pressure31:12 – Relationships with global leaders and the US33:45 – Switching off: nature, family, faith36:39 – Charity, education, and supporting children41:18 – Fixing education and long-term impact44:00 – AI, technology, and future learning46:25 – Dressing for confidence and power48:43 – Advice for women entering politics49:46 – Final reflections and closing thoughts#DrivenWomen #CashAndRocket #WomenInLeadership #FemaleFounders #FashionIndustry #LuxuryFashion #SustainableFashion #ResponsibleLuxury #Entrepreneurship #WomenInBusiness #FashionFounder #legacy