Why I became a mentor: Lyndsay Gray

Simon McMurdo joined the Advanced Diploma wanting evidence to back up his instincts. He came away with a network of IC peers, sharper strategic thinking, and the confidence to advise leaders with confidence.

Sam wanted to understand how Internal Communication enables change. The MA gave her the evidence to back it up.

Jacqueline Ryan, Senior Internal Communications Manager at Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, made the move into internal communication from a science and manufacturing background, with some imposter syndrome along the way. She shares how working towards her 40 CPD points a year built her knowledge, credibility and confidence, and became a lasting habit of continuous learning.

In this interview with Advanced Diploma Lead Facilitator Chris Coburn, Emily Quinn shares how the Advanced Diploma gave her the confidence to challenge the status quo at Merseyside Police, why it ignited a passion for behavioural science, and how it led to real organisational change.

Kat Ogunsanwo reflects on the highlights, turning points, and decisions that have defined her internal comms career.