The title of distinguished engineer originated in large tech organisations – most notably IBM – 30 years ago. But why is the role gaining more attention now and what does it actually mean to be one?In this episode, recorded live at Leeds Digital Festival, Martin Borrett, Distinguished Engineer at IBM, and Leena Sharma, a technology leader at Lloyds Banking Group join our host Dr Shini Somara to explore how deep technical expertise, leadership and communication skills are shaping the future of careers in tech. Martin and Leena share personal career journeys, discuss the value of technical versus management career tracks, and highlight the importance of continuous learning and resilience in a rapidly evolving industry.To learn more about our career opportunities in technology and engineering visit Careers - Lloyds Banking Group plc
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Transforming a society through technology
What does it take to transform an entire nation? In this episode, Nandan Nilekani shares the inside story of how he led the creation of Aadhaar and India Stack. Hear how his team overcame scepticism and technical hurdles to build a digital public infrastructure that now powers instant banking, mobile access, and digital payments for millions - making India one of the world’s most inclusive digital societies.Tune in for an inspiring story of innovation, leadership, and the power of technology to unlock opportunity for all.Brought to you by Lloyds Banking Group. Visit https://www.lloydsbankinggroup.com/who-we-are/group-overview/tech-and-transformation.html to learn more.
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Transforming the future of space exploration
A visit to Kennedy Space Centre as a child instilled a life-long passion for space in Tejpaul Bhatia - one that would inspire his journey to the very top of Axiom Space.Under his leadership, Axiom is transforming the future of space exploration - enabling countries to send astronauts to space for the first time and inviting new players to enter the industry.Join Tejpaul and Lloyds Banking Group's Ron van Kemenade as they discuss everything from Prada to Platforms, and from orbital data centres to building the successor to the International Space Station.So, whether you're a techie, a dreamer, or a transformation leader, strap yourself in for a journey into the next frontier of human progress.Brought to you by Lloyds Banking Group. Visit https://www.lloydsbankinggroup.com/who-we-are/group-overview/tech-and-transformation.html to learn more.
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Transforming a company for the digital age
Lloyds Banking Group, a 250+ year-old institution, is currently in the midst of the largest digital transformation in the sector, investing over £4bn in its people, processes, technology and data.Leading the charge of this major transformation is CEO Charlie Nunn.What was the vision that sparked this change? And how has Charlie coped with the inevitable challenges that come with transforming a bank with such an established history?So, grab a brew and a biscuit (or two) as Group COO, Ron van Kemenade, takes up the hotseat as guest host for the first of our transformation mini-series.
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Accelerating transformation through start-ups
According to KPMG, the UK fintech sector attracted over $3.6 billion in investment in 2024, making it the second-largest fintech market in the world. What can big businesses learn from UK fintechs to help them transform their futures? To find out, Dr Shini Somara talks to William Tunstall-Pedoe - CEO of Unlikely AI and Founder of Evi, the tech that became the foundation for Amazon’s Alexa - and Ranil Boteju - Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Lloyds Banking Group.So, grab a brew and a biscuit (or two) for the final episode of the series, and enjoy a conversation on nimble pivots, risk-tasking and whether Benjamin Franklin or Robert Oppenheimer would make the better dream transformation hire…Brought to you by Lloyds Banking Group. Visit https://www.lloydsbankinggroup.com/who-we-are/group-overview/tech-and-transformation.html to learn more.
Building a business is hard…transforming one is harder. That’s why we’ve invited world-class leaders to share how they’re using tech to transform their companies - and the world around them. From AI-powered customer experiences to orbital data centers and digital identities to future predictions, listen in for unconventional insights, striking stories and rare reflections from the top minds in tech. These are no ordinary times, this is no ordinary tech podcast. Brought to you by Lloyds Banking Group. Visit https://www.lloydsbankinggroup.com/who-we-are/group-overview/tech-and-transformation.html to learn more
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