Welcome to Leaders in Focus, featuring exclusive conversations with prominent figures shaping industries and driving positive change. In this episode, we welcome Mark Russell, CEO of The Children’s Society.
Mark’s career has been guided by a deep sense of calling rather than personal ambition. Growing up in Northern Ireland, Mark’s early experiences working with disadvantaged young people in Belfast inspired a powerful sense of responsibility that continues to drive his work today.
In our conversation, Mark shared how this formative journey developed a strong sense of social justice, eventually leading him away from law and into youth work and eventually to senior leadership roles within the third sector. At The Children’s Society, he champions a bold, justice-oriented approach to tackling child poverty, exploitation and abuse, leading with empathy, authenticity and leadership.
Mark also reflected on the power of values and vulnerability in leadership and the importance of listening, collaboration and creating space for others to thrive. His story is a powerful reminder of how purpose-driven leadership can make a lasting impact.
In conversation with Boyden’s Nick Robeson, join us for this inspiring episode as we explore Mark’s heartfelt and transformational leadership journey at The Children’s Society.
For more information about The Children's Society, please visit their website here.
