Today, I’m joined by Dr Jenny Hewitt, a visionary leader, researcher, and consultant whose career spans academia, health, youth advocacy, and social equity.
Jenny is the CEO of IntoNetZero, a UK-wide not‑for‑profit dedicated to opening doors for underrepresented groups in the renewable energy sector, and founder of Understory Ltd, her consultancy that works on systems change and workforce inclusion.
In this conversation, we’ll dive into her remarkable career journey, the bold steps she’s taken to dismantle barriers, and the practical wisdom she shares for anyone looking to follow their passions and create meaningful impact.
So grab your coffee, settle in, and let’s get started!
Key takeaways:
* Mission: As CEO of IntoNetZero, Jenny Hewitt is building inclusive pipelines to fill the UK's massive green workforce gap (c. 400k–725k by 2050), targeting underrepresented groups.
* Philosophy: Jenny's career is guided by the core values of "equity and sustainability" and an approach of taking calculated risks and trusting the process.
* Leadership Model: Prioritises work-life balance and deep listening to foster genuine inclusion and counter "divide and rule" tactics.
* Call to Action: Jenny encourages young people to confidently enter the "net zero sector", as it is being built now and needs their skills and perspectives!
Episode resources:
Dr Jenny Hewitt: www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jenny-hewitt-5023b223
IntoNetZero: www.intonetzero.org
Chay Executive Coaching: www.chayexecutivecaoching.com