Interviews

Welcome to Interviews!

Explore insightful conversations with exceptional leaders—women CEOs, C-suite executives, non-executive board members, and male allies—who are driving systemic transformation within their organizations and communities.

The entire VORNICA® body of knowledge is co-created in collaboration with our clients, shaped by the challenges and opportunities we see in today’s world. The interviews below shed light on these needs, spark breakthrough ideas, and provide the stories that will empower you to take confident action.

Browse through our interview categories and immerse yourself in the fruits of our labor.

THE ROLE MODELS: WOMEN CEO INTERVIEWS

Why are there still so few women CEOs in European corporations?
This interview collection features remarkable women CEOs who share powerful insights into what it takes to succeed at the top. Through their stories, we gain a rare glimpse into the minds and hearts of role models who have achieved meaningful success in both business and life. These leaders open up about their leadership journeys, challenges, and personal triumphs. Together, we explore what must change for the world to achieve true gender parity in top leadership.

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WOMEN IN THE C-SUITE INTERVIEWS

What is life really like for women leaders in the C-Suite of European corporations?
How do they navigate persistent value conflicts, microaggressions, and the unrelenting pressure to deliver? How do they transform male colleagues into allies and build the trust needed to lead collaboratively? And what does it take for a senior executive in a specialized role—whether in finance, HR, communications, or sales—to rise and become the next CEO? These are the powerful questions explored in this compelling interview series with women in the C-Suite.

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WOMEN ON BOARDS INTERVIEWS

What does it take for a woman leader to secure a paid non-executive board seat in a European corporation?
What skills, mindset, experience, network, and strategic vision are essential for women to thrive on corporate boards? And how do differing national regulations across Europe shape women’s pathways to board leadership? Join me for an in-depth exploration of a world often overlooked: the professional journeys of women non-executive board directors.

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MALE ALLY INTERVIEWS

To thrive in top leadership, we must become gender bilingual.
And what better way to do so than by engaging exceptional men in honest conversations about the challenges women face at the top? In this series, we speak with male allies from corporate, academic, and non-profit sectors about how to drive meaningful change together. These strategic dialogues uncover new pathways for collaboration, mutual understanding, and shared responsibility in shaping a better future for the next generation of leaders.

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CHRO & DEI – STRATEGY, HIRING, AND RETENTION INTERVIEWS

What are CHROs and DEI leaders doing to build more inclusive, future-ready organizations?
In this eye-opening series, we sit down with visionary CHROs and DEI executives to uncover what’s working—and what isn’t—when it comes to hiring, retaining, and advancing diverse leadership talent. From inclusive culture shifts to technology adoption and leadership pipeline strategies, we explore the tools, systems, and values that shape the future of work. These conversations offer practical insights and bold ideas for organizations that truly want to embed equity, belonging, and sustainable leadership into their DNA.

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THE HEAD HUNTERS – EXECUTIVE SEARCH EXPERT INTERVIEWS

What do top executive search consultants look for in tomorrow’s women CEOs?
What separates a C-Suite leader from a future CEO in the eyes of executive search experts? In this revealing series, head hunters and executive search consultants share what matters most when filling the top roles in today’s fast-moving, complex business environment. We unpack the unseen dynamics of succession planning, board expectations, and stakeholder alignment—plus how women leaders can better position themselves for CEO opportunities and overcome the persistent biases that still shape the selection process.

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WELCOME TO CZECHIA – EXPAT LEADER INTERVIEWS

What does it take for expat leaders to succeed in Czechia’s unique business and leadership landscape?
Moving to Czechia as a CEO or senior leader comes with rich opportunities—and steep challenges. In this series, expat executives share how they’ve navigated the local culture, business mindset, and leadership expectations to make an impact from day one. We explore what it means to adapt without losing yourself, build trust across cultures, and lead high-performing teams in a Central European context where tradition and transformation often walk hand in hand.

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WELCOME TO ROMANIA – EXPAT LEADER INTERVIEWS

How can expat leaders thrive while driving change in modern Romania?
Romania is a land of contrasts—resilient tradition and rapid modernization. In this interview series, expat senior leaders share what it takes to navigate this complexity with grace and impact. From understanding deep-rooted cultural norms to leading organizations in times of transition, our guests reveal how they’ve built credibility, resilience, and success in one of Europe’s most vibrant yet misunderstood markets. These stories offer guidance and inspiration for any leader stepping into Romania with ambition and heart.

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