Changing Lives Through Opportunity: Rose James, CEO of HEY Children’s University | The Pacecast

Sometimes all it takes is one experience to change a child’s future."In this episode of The Pacecast, Anita Pace is joined by Rose James, Chief Executive of Hull & East Yorkshire Children’s University, for an inspiring conversation about confidence, career change and the power of opportunity.Rose shares her journey from primary school teacher to leading one of the region’s most impactful charities, helping thousands of children each year discover new experiences, raise their aspirations and believe in their potential. She reflects on the bold decisions that shaped her career, the realities of leading a charity in challenging economic times and the powerful stories that remind her why the work matters.This episode is an honest and uplifting conversation about leadership, resilience and creating opportunities for the next generation.00:02 Introducing Rose James – CEO of Hull & East Yorkshire Children’s University01:06 The newspaper article that started it all (645 applicants for one job)03:55 Overcoming shyness and gaining confidence05:15 Studying psychology at the University of Hull07:00 Teacher training and early career09:23 What Hull & East Yorkshire Children’s University does11:32 The history of Children’s University12:32 Joining the charity in an admin role12:56 Moving into fundraising15:23 The “mile of money” fundraising idea17:40 Hull City of Culture themed ball20:05 Becoming CEO24:15 Saffron’s story - how a trip to London changed her life27:52 Advice for someone starting a charity29:09 Working with the business community30:08 Advice to her younger self33:25 Best advice she’s ever received🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe and share for more inspiring conversations with leaders making a difference.#business #podcast #businessgrowth #leadership #pacecast #charity #hull #university #marketing #marketingstrategy