Meta’s VP on Leadership, Resilience, and Overcoming Challenges While Battling Cancer!

An advertising agency that Nicola joined as a fourth partner, helping it grow from 12 to 250 people in five years before it was sold to Accenture.

The parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Nicola describes the company's shift to Meta as bold and exciting, focusing on the future of the internet (the metaverse).

The company that acquired Karmarama, a few years prior to the podcast recording.

The social media company Nicola worked for, holding the position of Vice President for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

The advertising agency where Nicola started her career as a graduate trainee and worked for 12 years, learning from top craftspeople.

The advertising agency Nicola moved to after BBH, which provided a steep learning curve in leadership and business as she helped transform it.

The company that acquired Grey after it had been an independent agency for five years.

One of Meta's apps, mentioned as an example of a social media platform that has caused psychological impacts such as comparison and feelings of inferiority among users.

Another Meta app that, along with Portal, helped Nicola's family stay connected, particularly her parents and children living far apart.

The company whose changes to iOS significantly impacted personalized advertising, affecting small businesses and the effectiveness of ads on Facebook.

A nutritionally complete, plant-based food product that grew significantly through personalized advertising on social media, especially Facebook, but was negatively impacted by recent changes to ad targeting.

The bank whose CEO, Alison Rose, conducted the 'Rose Review' on female entrepreneurship.

A jewelry brand sponsoring the podcast, known for making affordable, meaningful, and well-made pieces.

A platform by Vodafone Business offering free resources, insights, and one-on-one advice from digital advisors to help small businesses find tailored connectivity.

The browser developed by Apple, whose changes impacted personalized advertising for small businesses, according to both the interviewee and the host.

A Meta communication app, mentioned alongside Instagram as a platform children are "glued to," causing parental concern about digital immersion.

A woman Nicola admired and sought advice from when taking on her first senior position at Grey. Stevie advised her on communication, body language, and how others perceive her.

The person from Facebook who offered Nicola the head of EMEA role during a breakfast meeting, which proved to be a pivotal career opportunity.

A creator and influencer who is featured in the 'Make It Work' book, serving as a relatable role model for aspiring female entrepreneurs.

COO of Meta, whom Nicola considers one of the finest business leaders and who provided invaluable personal support during Nicola's cancer diagnosis.

CEO of Meta, whom Nicola greatly admires for his vision, courage, and leadership, especially his ability to pivot the company and see future trends.

CEO of NatWest Bank, who conducted the 'Rose Review,' highlighting the economic potential of female entrepreneurship if women started businesses at the same rate as men.

A public figure mentioned by the host as an example of a successful man with children who is rarely asked about 'work-life balance,' highlighting the gender bias in that question.

A friend of Nicola who worked in advertising in London, inspiring her to pursue a career in the creative industries.

A Facebook group for individuals with follicular lymphoma, which Nicola helped grow to almost 10,000 members, providing support and connection for those with the rare, incurable disease.

An organization that collaborated with Facebook and British Chamber of Commerce on the 'She Means Business' initiative.

A 100-year-old networking club for women in the advertising industry that Nicola led as president, aiming to inspire and bring women together.

A sponsor providing reliable connectivity, emphasizing its critical nature for businesses in an increasingly digital world. Their network is used by essential services like police and NHS.

A drama school where Nicola was accepted but ultimately decided not to attend due to conflicts between a life on stage and her religious observance of the Sabbath.

The trade body for the UK advertising industry where Nicola was the first female president in its almost 100-year history, with a mission to make the UK a digital-first country.

An organization that collaborated with Facebook and the Federation of Small Businesses on the 'She Means Business' initiative.

The next iteration of the internet, envisioned by Meta as a more immersive, connected experience using AR, VR, and AI. Nicola highlights its potential to transform education, healthcare, and creator economy.

A Meta-enabled program, launched in 2016, to encourage female entrepreneurship globally by equipping women with digital skills and networks, aiming to close the business creation gap between men and women.

Used as an analogy to describe how to approach chaotic moments or large goals: by focusing on small, controllable milestones rather than the entire daunting task.

A concept described as the third phase of the internet, building on previous iterations and contributing to the development of the metaverse.

A book created as part of the She Means Business initiative, designed to inspire younger women in their careers by featuring stories and advice from successful female leaders and entrepreneurs.

A review conducted by NatWest CEO Alison Rose, which found that if women set up businesses at the same rate as men, it would add £250 billion to the UK economy.

The incurable blood cancer Nicola was diagnosed with in November 2016. It's a disease that affects the immune system and can cause inflammation, requiring careful lifestyle management.

Nicola's hometown where she grew up in a busy, supportive household.

The tech hub that Nicola saw as offering huge opportunities for the advertising industry if the UK could capitalize on its innovations.

A well-known restaurant in London where Nicola had the breakfast meeting with Carolyn Everson to discuss the Facebook EMEA role.

A virtual reality product that is part of Meta's broader strategy for the metaverse.

A Meta product that became a regular tool for Nicola's family, enabling grandparents to connect with kids and bridging geographical distances during times of physical separation.