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Continuing the conversation from our Women of the Year 2026 celebrations… ✨ This panel brings together Nicola Kowalczuk, FCIPD (Chief Growth Officer), Claire Lindley MCIPD (Head of Social Impact) and Tayla Brooks (Head of Construction Management UK&IR) hosted by Collette Baxter (Head of Visual Merchandising UK&EU), to share powerful reflections on confidence, self-belief and breaking barriers. From embracing self-doubt to stepping into new opportunities, their stories highlight how backing yourself and continuing to grow can create real impact, not just individually, but across our business.   At JD, we’re committed to opening doors, creating space for honest conversations, and empowering our people to thrive. Whether it’s building relationships, developing skillsets or challenging expectations, it’s about giving everyone the platform to succeed. As Tayla shares, sometimes it’s about putting yourself in the room and ensuring others can follow.   That’s how we create impact at JD - through confidence, opportunity and empowering each other to succeed.

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