In this episode of If I Had One WISH, Crystal and Lucy talk to Nicola Dibb, the inspirational co-founder of WISH (Women in Social Housing).
They explore her experiences, career journey and the motivation which led to her to create a network for women working across the housing sector.
Nicola shares the challenges she faced along the way; inspiring listeners with her dedication, enthusiasm and commitment – for work, for WISH and for doing the right thing.
Daniel Hewitt is an award-winning British journalist and Investigations Editor at ITV News. He previously served as a political correspondent and has become known for major investigations into social care, housing, public services, and government policy. His reporting has received significant industry recognition and contributed to public debate and policy scrutiny. He began his career with ITV regional news before moving into national reporting.
In this episode, Crystal Hicks interviews Daniel about the critical issues in social housing, focusing on gendered experiences, policy failures, and the urgent need for increased social housing development. They explore how journalism can amplify these issues and what systemic changes are necessary.
2 Jul 2026
Lee Chambers
Lee Chambers is the CEO and founder of Male Allies UK, an organization focused on engaging men in gender equity and inclusive workplace cultures. A business psychologist, speaker, and entrepreneur, he is widely recognized for his work on allyship, positive masculinity, and inclusion. He has received numerous honours, including Freedom of the City of London and UN Women Changemaker of the Year recognition. He also serves on several advisory and governance boards related to business and equality.
In this episode, Crystal Hicks interviews Lee about male allyship, gender equality, and creating inclusive workplaces. Leigh shares his personal journey, insights on systemic biases, and practical ways to foster allyship for a more equitable society.
2 Jul 2026
Ian Wright
Ian Wright is the Founder and CEO of the Disruptive Innovators Network (DIN). He has more than 20 years of senior executive experience, including leadership roles in housing-sector performance and innovation organisations. His expertise includes organisational culture, leadership, customer experience, innovation, emerging technologies, and cross-sector collaboration. Through DIN, he helps housing and public-sector leaders learn from innovation practices across industries.
In this episode, Crystal Hicks interviews Ian about innovation, equity, and the future of social housing. They explore how data, storytelling, and inclusive leadership can transform the sector.
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