In this warm and inspiring episode, Alison sits down with Vicki Snell, HR Assistant at Chester Race Company, to explore how real conversations about menopause have transformed workplace culture.

Vicki shares her career journey, from barmaid to HR and offers a behind-the-scenes look at a female-led organisation that’s actively creating a more inclusive environment for people experiencing their menopause journey.

Together, we unpack how Chester Race Company identified the need for menopause awareness and education and how it sparked honest dialogue, lasting policy change and everyday workplace adjustments. From glass-walled offices and hot flushes to the freedom to wear sandals and bring notebooks into meetings, Vicki gives us real-life examples of what it means to feel seen and supported at work.

She also shares the ripple effects of the sessions, like team members recognising their own symptoms, feeling confident to speak to their GPs and using practical tools to manage brain fog in a fast-paced environment.

Following the workplace training, Vicki realised she was struggling with her own menopause journey and wasn’t getting the help she needed from health professionals. That moment of awareness led her to embark upon menopause coaching, which had a hugely positive impact on her personal wellbeing. Her story highlights the importance of not only raising awareness, but also providing the right support to take action.

This episode is full of empathy, energy and encouragement. Whether you're an HR professional, a leader, or someone navigating menopause at work, Vicki’s story shows just how powerful small changes and honest conversations, can be.

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