Podcast #145 - The Power of Mentorship & Allyship

In episode #145 of the Growth Series podcast, Angelika Christian, Strategic Partnerships & Propositions Manager at Accord Mortgages alongside Andrew Calder, Strategic Partnerships & Propositions Manager at Accord Mortgages welcome Charlotte Pearce, Mortgage Adviser at The Mortgage Mum, Pete Gwilliam, Specialist Recruitment Consultant & Owner at Virtus Search, and Josie O’Hanlon, Learning Design Lead at Yorkshire Building Society. Recorded live at Accord’s 2026 International Women’s Day event, this episode captures an honest and engaging discussion on the power of mentorship and allyship in today’s mortgage industry.

The conversation focuses on real experiences, exploring what it means to truly support others in their careers and how those moments of encouragement, challenge and advocacy can shape long-term success. The panel reflects on the importance of having the right people in your corner, the difference between passive support and active allyship, and why creating space for others to grow is more important than ever in a changing industry.

Throughout the episode, personal stories bring these themes to life, from pivotal career moments to the role of supportive networks both inside and outside of work. There’s also a strong focus on the realities professionals face today, including balancing flexibility, building confidence and overcoming self-doubt.

This is a conversation that goes beyond surface-level insights, offering a genuine look at how mentorship and allyship show up in everyday working life. For anyone looking to grow their career or better support those around them, this episode provides plenty to reflect on.

Listen to the other podcasts from the International Women's Day Event:

• #143 - Surviving Economic Abuse
• #144 - Understanding Women’s Health

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05:17 - 33:35

• 05:17 - What Mentorship and Allyship Really Mean
• 10:28 - Setting Goals and Expectations in Mentoring
• 16:00 - Allyship Beyond Work: Personal Support Systems
• 25:03 - Trust, Outcomes and Organisational Culture
• 30:29 - Key Takeaways and Practical Advice