Ep. 96: Tony Longden - Navigating Success Without University
- S2E96
- 19:48
- November 11th 2024
Welcome to Season 2, Episode 96 of The Full Circl Podcast!
In this episode of The Full Circl Podcast, we sit down with Tony Longden, Head of Insurance and Financial Planning for Santander UK and CEO of Santander Insurance Services UK Limited. Tony shares his journey, reflecting on his 14-year career with Santander and offering valuable insights into leadership, resilience, and career growth. He describes how his team plays a vital role in delivering quality insurance and financial planning services, and highlights his approach to guiding two distinct areas within the organisation. Tony's reflections on his early career, starting in banking at 18, reveal how pivotal moments and mentorship shaped his path, bypassing the traditional university route.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of The Full Circl Podcast. We hope you found Tony's insights valuable and that they inspire you on your own career journey. Stay tuned for more engaging discussions and valuable career advice in future episodes!
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Charlie started his career at a Pupil Referral Unit, working with young adults from underrepresented groups. Following his work as a founding member of Elevate Education UK, he worked as Head of Partnerships at career coaching organisation, Future Frontiers, where he started exploring the mutual benefits in connecting professionals with young people.
