In this episode of The Circle We Keep, Izzy sits down with Vicki Watson, Chief Executive of The Aotearoa Circle, to explore leadership, legacy, and the unique model that drives The Circle. From the power of asking the right questions to navigating complex systems-level challenges, Vicki highlights how leadership goes beyond positional titles and fostering collective action.

She reflects on The Circle’s innovative public-private partnership model, the importance of tangible outcomes like the Sustainable Finance Roadmap, and working to restore natural capital in New Zealand. Throughout the conversation, Izzy and Vicki discuss the courage required to lean into discomfort, the critical role of trust and relationships, and the urgent need for leaders to take a long-term view on climate, nature and societal resilience.

Step into the circle with Vicki Watson.