“ Two things set us apart – our focus on client enablement and our focus on continuous innovation ”
KELLY MANTHEY CEO , KIN + CARTA
What is the best piece of advice you have received on your career journey ? Early in my career I received advice from one of my managers at the time – that if I had a seat in a meeting I should use it . I learned from them to be deliberate and to play an active role in conversations , to add value and not just take up space or assume a notetaking role . I have paid that advice forward to every individual I interact with ever since . an example for other businesses . With more awards and businesses earning recognition to point to in this space that says that there is real momentum in driving change and shows other businesses what is possible .
If you could go back and change one decision you have made as CEO , what would it be ? If I could go back , I would be myself sooner . When I became a Group CEO of Kin + Carta Americas , I spent my first few months trying to act and lead in the same way my predecessor would . This generated some friction with employees as they could see my leadership wasn ’ t completely genuine . And they were right ! If I had been more authentic from the start and leaned on my own leadership style faster , it would have been a smoother transition for everyone . In my new role as Global CEO , I have learned to trust myself and lead with my own authentic style . sustainabilitymag . com 53