As part of the gender programme, we are now opening applications for the Leasing Foundation Mentoring Programme, designed to support the development of women across the industry.
The programme includes two strands:
- Talk It Through – 1:1 Mentoring – Structured mentoring partnerships connecting experienced industry professionals with women seeking guidance, perspective, and development.
- Talk It Out – Mentoring Circles – Facilitated group discussions designed to create space for shared learning and open conversation about the experiences that shape our careers.
Together, the two strands reflect a balanced approach – combining personal mentorship with community-driven dialogue.
A key strength of this programme lies in the calibre of its mentors. Senior figures from across the asset finance landscape have committed their time and expertise to support the next generation of female talent.
Among those participating in the Talk It Through mentoring strand are:
- Jo Morris, head of marketing and insights – Novuna
- Anne Williams, executive director – Propel
- Julie Warren, marketing and partnerships director – Propel
- Mel Chell, CEO – Solaris Law
- Helen Lumb, managing director – Shire Leasing
- Jo Harris, sales director – Siemens Financial Services
- Jo Thorn, country manager UK – Acquis
Their involvement underscores a strong industry commitment to developing diverse leadership pipelines and supporting meaningful change.
Becki Barrett, Leasing Foundation mentoring lead, highlighted the enthusiasm already generated by the initiative: “The response so far has been fantastic and shows that there is a real appetite for structured mentoring and shared conversation across the asset finance industry. This programme is about creating meaningful opportunities to connect, grow and support one another. The conversations that started in the room on 17 March were just the beginning, and I’m excited to continue building spaces where honest conversation and shared learning can lead to real progress.”
Please register your interest here
While demand has been high and places in the first round are limited, all applicants will be acknowledged and prioritised for future iterations.
