Ep. 90 Andy Hay on Sustainability’s Next Chapter & Leadership in Uncertain Times

Send a textHow do we keep moving forward in an uncertain world? And what does true leadership look like in sustainability and construction?In this episode of the Thrive in Construction Podcast, Darren Evans speaks with Andy Hay, Managing Director at Hollis, about leadership, adaptability, and thriving through change. From starting his career at Adidas to leading one of the UK’s most respected real-estate consultancies, Andy shares powerful lessons on agency, mindset, and the courage to keep evolving.Key Highlights• The Toblerone Philosophy – Why every challenge can be approached three ways: like it, change it, or deal with it—and how this mindset builds agency and resilience.• From Adidas to Hollis – Andy’s unconventional journey across industries—from sport and finance to real estate—and what he’s learned about transferable skills and reinvention.• Change & Adaptability – Why shifting roles and “changing lanes” is vital for both personal growth and organisational innovation.• Leadership in Sustainability – How today’s turbulence in the net-zero and ESG space could signal maturity, not decline—and why the sector must refocus on what truly drives impact.• Dealing with Uncertainty – Navigating market shifts, political instability, and evolving business priorities with optimism and ownership.• Raising Standards & Taking Ownership – Why success comes from effort, consistency, and leaning in fully to your goals and responsibilities.This conversation is a masterclass in resilient leadership, career reinvention, and finding opportunity in uncertainty, essential listening for sustainability professionals, business leaders, and anyone committed to growth in the built environment. #Leadership #Sustainability #ThriveInConstruction #ChangeManagement #CareerGrowth #RealEstate #Hollis #BuiltEnvironment #Resilience #NetZero #ConstructionPodcast If you want to see our other insightful podcasts, click here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOHI_yaqB2U8KWbsfJDPCoYEfOh-TTnipFind us on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dDkxLWZ25nT0krYWaTiITApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thrive-in-construction-with-darren-evans/id1726973152YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTrzqei7gttB8WB5wM6hUpwLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thrive-in-construction-podcast/Our Website: https://darren-evans.co.uk/Links:Andy Hay LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-hay-8bb57221/Hollis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hollis-global/Hollis Website: https://www.hollisglobal.com/Support the show