In this captivating episode of Books to the Boardroom, we dive into the remarkable journey of Michelle Gallaher, a digital health entrepreneur, speaker, advocate, and the visionary founder of Opyl Ltd, TrialKey, and Opin.ai. With a deep-rooted passion for AI and data science, Michelle is a robust leader in these dynamic fields.
What sets Michelle apart is not only her impressive career but her exceptional leadership style. She believes in the power of storytelling and is equally committed to being an active listener, valuing her team members' visions and contributions, regardless of hierarchy. Her upbringing, with both parents as entrepreneurs, instilled a unique blend of creativity and a profound love for science and technology.
Michelle's perspective is both inspiring and enlightening. She encourages us to shift our focus from what we want to do to the impact we want to have, a philosophy that has shaped her extraordinary career. She shares the importance of mentorship, offering invaluable insights gained from her own mentor, who emphasised the critical role of company culture, asserting that a company is only as strong as its people. Michelle has created a nurturing environment built on a "no blame" culture, and she passionately advocates for its significance.
Throughout this episode, Michelle also motivates us to take time for ourselves when needed and to embrace ambition while taking calculated risks. Her journey from books to the boardroom is a testament to the power of vision, mentorship and the courage to pioneer new horizons.
In this captivating episode of Books to the Boardroom, we dive into the remarkable journey of Michelle Gallaher, a digital health entrepreneur, speaker, advocate, and the visionary founder of Opyl Ltd, TrialKey, and Opin.ai. With a deep-rooted passion for AI and data science, Michelle is a robust leader in these dynamic fields.
What sets Michelle apart is not only her impressive career but her exceptional leadership style. She believes in the power of storytelling and is equally committed to being an active listener, valuing her team members' visions and contributions, regardless of hierarchy. Her upbringing, with both parents as entrepreneurs, instilled a unique blend of creativity and a profound love for science and technology.
Michelle's perspective is both inspiring and enlightening. She encourages us to shift our focus from what we want to do to the impact we want to have, a philosophy that has shaped her extraordinary career. She shares the importance of mentorship, offering invaluable insights gained from her own mentor, who emphasised the critical role of company culture, asserting that a company is only as strong as its people. Michelle has created a nurturing environment built on a "no blame" culture, and she passionately advocates for its significance.
Throughout this episode, Michelle also motivates us to take time for ourselves when needed and to embrace ambition while taking calculated risks. Her journey from books to the boardroom is a testament to the power of vision, mentorship and the courage to pioneer new horizons.