A Seat At The Table: Episode 15 - Nuwanthie Samarakone

Episode 15 of A Seat at The Table is with guest, Nuwanthie Samarakone, an experienced global business founder, director, business and political commentator. She is passionate about fostering young talent in our communities. An ambitious leader, she unpacks her purpose and leadership advice. 

Nuwanthie Samarakone , Experienced Global Business Founder, Director, Business and Political Commentator 

• Her upbringing and ambition as a child
• Her mountain top and deep valley moments
• Dragging her own ‘seat to the table’ and how she gets the confidence to do so
• Her experience with diversity on boards and what she brings to the table
• What the next generation can do to connect with leadership and leave their mark
• How Tall Poppy syndrome affects New Zealanders and young professionals
• Her political and business journeys and learnings along the way
• How the private sector can get more involved and collaborate with government
• What success looks like for her

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