Kath O'Dwyer

🎧🚀 Series 2 is LIVE! 🚨 It's what we've been waiting for, the NEW series of #LocalGovernmentStories podcast has landed. We begin our first podcast episode with Kath O'Dwyer, Chief Executive of St Helens Council. Kath has dedicated over four decades to local government, starting her career in Children's services and becoming the Chief Executive of Cheshire East Council. In March 2020, she returned to her hometown of St Helens to take on the CEO role at St Helens Council. Her journey includes significant roles in Lancashire, Rochdale, Knowsley, Halton, and Warrington as well as serving as a national director for social care in Ofsted and contributing to government intervention in Stoke on Trent.Her commitment doesn't stop there, as she serves nationally as the spokesperson for leadership and learning. As a coach and mentor to aspiring Chief Executives, she continues to share the culture of local government.In this episode, Kath shares her experience of climbing the corporate ladder, highlighting the unique challenges women face. She emphasises the importance of gaining diverse experiences and building confidence at each stage. Her story is a testament to the hard work and perseverance required to break barriers and inspire the next generation of female leaders.View our dedicated Podcast Site: https://solace.org.uk/local-government-stories-podcast/Share on our Socials:X: @Solace_UKLinkedIn: Use the hashtag #LocalGovernementStories