From humble beginnings to Chief Investment Officer. Toni Meadows, CIO at BRI Wealth Management Plc.

Today, I’m joined by Toni Meadows, a seasoned leader in financial services with a career spanning decades. Toni is the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at the award winning BRI Wealth Management Plc.But beyond the titles and achievements, Toni’s story is one of humble beginnings, resilience, and a deep commitment to giving back.In this conversation, we’ll explore his journey, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how each of us can find greater fulfilment by following our passions in and out of work.So grab your coffee and let's sip into that inspiration!Key Takeaways:* Chief Investment Officer Role: Toni views the CIO's job is to "start and manage the right argument," creating a framework for diverse teams to challenge ideas and navigate uncertainty.* Investment Philosophy: Success requires a long-term view, diversification to "stay in the game," and the discipline to "do the work" to build conviction.* Leadership as Coaching: A coaching mindset whereby leaders creating environments for growth and take accountability for the team is more impactful than traditional leadership models.* Giving Back: Mentoring via The Aleto Foundation and the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute, as well as taking direct action to help those in need (driving aid to Ukraine), provide a "positive feedback loop" of personal fulfilment for Toni.Episode resources:Toni Meadows: www.linkedin.com/in/tonimeadowsChay Executive Coaching: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com"Life Lessons, Leadership, Growth Mindset, Inspiration, Investment"