<p>How does a woman from a humble Midlands background, who began her working life in a job centre, rise to become one of the most powerful figures in British financial services? </p><p>In this episode of ‘Winning’, Ian Rosenblatt OBE sits down with Dame Jayne-Anne Gadhia to discuss her extraordinary journey.</p><p>Jayne-Anne shares candid insights into the resilience required to win in male-dominated environments, tracing her grit back to being bullied for her height at a school that had, until shortly before she joined, been all-boys. She also reveals the immense personal challenges she faced, including facing down racism and threats to protect her relationship with her husband, Ashok. </p><p>The conversation dives deep into her professional highlights, from her early days at Norwich Union to building the Virgin Money brand alongside Richard Branson. Dame Jayne-Anne also explains why she believes authenticity is the ultimate strategy for success and why true winning is about purpose, not just the financial "score". </p><p>In this episode, you will learn:</p><p>• The power of resilience: How early school challenges built the strength to lead in finance. </p><p>• Changing the rules: Why the "Women in Finance" review was necessary to level the playing field. </p><p>• Entrepreneurial lessons: What she learned about marketing and "getting famous" from Richard Branson. </p><p>• A new definition of winning: Why purpose and staying true to yourself are more important than any balance sheet. </p><p>Whether you are an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, Dame Jayne-Anne’s story provides a masterclass in how to win by staying true to yourself. </p><p>(00:00) Introduction to Dame Jane-Anne Gadhia</p><p>(01:20) Early Life and Family Background</p><p>(11:57) Career Beginnings and Challenges</p><p>(17:11) Navigating Gender and Racial Dynamics</p><p>(24:29) Leadership Philosophy and Success</p><p>(51:01) Transition to Virgin Money and Entrepreneurial Spirit</p><p>(01:01:12) Founding Snoop and Reflections on Career</p><p>(01:05:52) Conclusion and Key Takeaways</p>