TELL US ABOUT YOUR DAILY HABITS THAT KEEP YOU INSPIRED AND MOTIVATED.
Meditation and exercise are non-negotiable for me. They help me show up as I want to, grounded, clear-headed and energised.
I leave my phone in the kitchen overnight, so I’m not tempted to look at it first thing. Protecting that quiet space before emails and messages begin makes a real difference.
I’m an avid reader of non-fiction, mostly leadership and wellbeing. I’m always looking to grow. For me, inspiration comes from small, consistent habits rather than big gestures.
LOOKING BACK AT YOUR CAREER JOURNEY, WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF SO FAR?
I’m proud of a lot, but ultimately, it’s the people.
Seeing someone grow in confidence, step up and build a career they’re proud of gives me enormous satisfaction.
Of course, I’m proud of the films and campaigns I’ve worked on and the way we’ve connected them with audiences. But in the end, it’s the teams behind those successes that mean the most to me.
WHAT HAVE BEEN THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES IN YOUR LEADERSHIP JOURNEY, AND DID YOU HAVE ANY MENTORS ALONG THE WAY?
Leadership has stretched me at different points, complex decisions, navigating change and managing competing priorities. I believe obstacles are opportunities for growth, and often it is how you navigate them that makes you stronger.
I did not have formal mentorship as I worked my way up. Instead, I built my own network of advisers and mentors, often outside the industry. That perspective has been, and continues to be, incredibly important to me. It is also why programmes like this one matter so much. Creating structured access to mentorship can genuinely shift someone’s confidence and career trajectory.
GIVEN THE DEMANDS OF YOUR ROLE, HOW DO YOU BALANCE YOUR WORK AND PERSONAL LIFE?
I am a mother to a nine-year-old girl, and balancing leadership with motherhood is still challenging. The hours and travel can be intense. But I also want to model to her that you can have a rewarding career and an enriched family life, even if it is not always easy.
I try to be home for dinner and present in the mornings whenever possible. Those everyday moments matter. I am fortunate to have a supportive partner. It truly is a team effort.
I do not believe success requires relentless slogging. Rest, family time and space to think make you better at your job. Balance is not perfect, but it is intentional.
WITH OVER 20 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE IN THE CINEMA INDUSTRY, WHAT DO YOU THINK IS HOLDING WOMEN BACK, AND WHAT NEEDS TO IMPROVE REPRESENTATION AND INCLUSION?
I believe one of the biggest challenges in our industry is navigating a career and motherhood. The pace and unpredictability do not always sit easily alongside caring responsibilities.
I also think women sometimes wait until they feel completely ready before stepping forward. Confidence and visibility matter.
We need real flexibility, clearer routes to leadership, equal access to opportunity and sponsors who advocate for women in the rooms they are not yet in.
YOU WERE A MENTOR IN THE PREVIOUS EDITION OF THE UNIC WOMEN’S CINEMA LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME. WHAT HAS THAT EXPERIENCE BEEN LIKE FOR YOU?
It was genuinely transformative.
It reinforced my belief that leadership is not one directional. I received as much as I offered. I built strong connections with inspiring women across Europe, and it prompted me to invest further in my own development, including working with an executive coach.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE YOUR YOUNGER SELF?
Believe in yourself. You have got this.
You do not need to be validated. Seek acknowledgement, but do not wait for someone else to decide you are ready. Put yourself forward.