Can circularity future-proof the High Street? In episode six of the Seamless Leadership podcast, Sussan Group's Rebecca Hard talks about the power of transformational change and balancing profit with positive impact.
C-Suite buy-in is a critical success factor for any organisation determined to make transformational change, and circularity is no exception. In the sixth episode of our podcast, we explore the importance of leadership in driving responsible business and ask big questions about backing bold strategy.
Host Clare Press sits down with Rebecca Hard, who since 2020 has been Group Retail Chief Executive Officer at The Sussan Group, which includes the much-loved High Street womenswear brands Sussan, Sportsgirl and Suzanne Grae.
Having been with the business for 25 years, Rebecca has a long term view on the future of the Australian clothing sector. She passionately believes that customers looking for more affordable clothing options deserve brands that consider ethics and circularity too. To prove it, The Sussan Group recently achieved B Corp status, and Rebecca also brought all three group brands onboard as Seamless foundation members.
We asked her about her own drivers and priorities, and about how her teams have responded. How do they communicate their purpose to their customers? And what has she learned about the power of transformational change, balancing profit with positive impact, and the importance of fostering strong collaborative relationships? It's an open, honest conversation that's sure to inspire.
Listen below or wherever you find your podcasts – on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Amazon Music. Search “Seamless Leadership Podcast".
Want to hear more episodes? See overviews for all six episodes in the Seamless Leadership Podcast series.
