Fiona McKay Testimonials

Tiffany Hosey

CEO, BuildDATAAnalytics

Jo Watts

Global Talent Director, Phaidon International

I am delighted to provide a glowing testimonial for Fiona, who recently conducted a Menopause Maze session for my key female staff. Fiona's expertise in menopause was evident from the outset, as she seamlessly blended her extensive knowledge with an approachable and friendly demeanour.  

Fiona's ability to create a comfortable and open environment allowed our staff members to engage wholeheartedly in the session. Her presentation was not only informative but also delivered with a genuine passion for helping others navigate the complexities of menopause in business and careers. The ladies who attended the session expressed their gratitude for Fiona's approach, noting how her friendly demeanour made the discussion both accessible and relatable. 

The session proved to be a valuable experience for our staff members, as we as a business, gained valuable insights and a deeper understanding of menopause. Fiona's ability to connect with the audience and deliver information in a relatable manner ensured that the session was not only educational but also enjoyable. 

I would wholeheartedly recommend Fiona to any organization seeking an expert in menopause education, talent retention and business strategy. Her professionalism, knowledge, and friendly approach make her an exceptional resource in providing valuable insights and support for women and workplaces going through this significant life stage. Thank you, Fiona, for making a positive impact on our team!

Carl Abbott

Partner, NFU Mutual Bury

Fiona is very informative and inspiring with a great presence.

Lynda Connikie

Director, Clarendon Financial Marketing Limited

You're ace Fiona. Thank you for being the great spokeswoman for us all and so inspiring x

Daniela Hopkins

Let's have a cuppa and talk recruitment

Fiona, you were the first woman I worked with that had a bigger impact than you'd believe during the early part of my career. Great to see how yours is flying 😊

Nick Carroll

Recruitment Lead, Sainsbury's

Truly you are inspiration Fiona. And menopause is such an important subject. Everyone I know going through this phrase of their life I put on to your amazing work at The Menopause Maze. Go you!

Dan Sodergren

Director and investor at Flock

Fiona McKay needs to be cloned and sent around the world!

Regina Phelps

Consultant - Author – Speaker

Your insights on navigating menopause in the workplace are invaluable, and your advocacy for creating inclusive workplace cultures is inspiring!

Julie Tooby

Managing Partner, Synergy Link Consulting

You are a role model Fiona. Thank you for raising awareness of these issues in menopause and for doing it so professionally. And also you are so very practical in your approach. Really excited for you to speak to our colleagues too.

Isabelle Perrett

Executive Director of People, AQA

Hi Fiona, I just wanted to say thanks for speaking at the VA conference last week. It was lovely to meet you and your speech has stuck in my head and has inspired me. I empathised with your story and having just ordered another set of HRT patches, thought of you again! 😄

Wendy Roberts

Panda Virtual Assistant

I want everyone in my community to know about the incredible Fiona McKay! I can not speak highly enough of her menopause advice, knowledge and passion to help others with the solutions in The Menopause Maze. Reach out to Fiona for help and support. I have!

Louise Stephenson

Partner, Drax Executive

People across our business are always asking for Fiona, they talk about the impact of her sessions and her results continue to cascade through our business. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Fiona to any individual or business particularly the C Suite and HRD's serious about change and transformation.

Lisa Winnard

HR Director, JLA

The Parliamentary Roundtable on The Women's Health strategy was expertly hosted and brilliantly Chaired by Fiona McKay. She brought about discussion that focused on real teamwork, passion and a will to shift the dial and improve outcomes for all women!

James Woolgar

Chair of English HIV and Sexual Health Commissioners Group

I found working with Fiona to be an extremely valuable experience. Her guidance, coaching methods, and the fact that she was able to provide me with impartial advice and helped me to overcome the challenges I was facing and deliver a tangible difference to the business I work in as a board member.

Sam Ashton

Group Business Director

I engaged Fiona as my Executive Coach having moved to the UK from Australia.

Fiona’s authenticity, intellect, professionalism, direct and candid style impressed me immediately and her deep experience gave me complete confidence in her abilities. 

Fiona has helped me work through a number of major career transitions, including moving from Australia to the UK, returning to work after parental leave, and winning my first MD role of a PLC. 

I also experienced significant challenges with some colleagues’ behavioural issues during this time, and she supported my resilience by providing effective guidance and coaching. She helped me double down on my self-efficacy, enhance my self-awareness, confidence and assertiveness, and leverage these skills to be a more effective leader. 

By having regular structured sessions with Fiona, I remained focused on my goals and confident in my ability to achieve them. I had a safe place to discuss and resolve the big issues and reflect on my progress. In my view, this approach gives me a huge advantage as it helps me reflect and take stock of issues, think through problems and possible solutions, and hence maintain calm and confidence through greater resilience. Through this approach, I continually focus on being the best version of myself. 

I find Fiona’s style, methods and guidance invaluable and I would highly recommend her!

Sian Leydon

Managing Director, Mainland Europe, Arriva

For anyone in the menopause space right now that doesn’t know about Fiona McKay you are truly missing out. I am 33 and have had hormone and gynae problems my entire life and it is probable that in the next 12-18 months I will have to have a full hysterectomy. Fiona’s speech inspired me so much and I believe generations to come will be talking about the work she is doing to support woman in business!

Naomi-Leah Millar Brady

The Virtual Naomi & Co

Thank you Fiona McKay. If you had not made me aware of the lack of HRT, I myself would be without my very necessary medication this weekend. Menopause and the issues we currently face whether it be through lack of required medication, or the physical and mental problems are so difficult but through the information and solutions you share and your speaking it helps massively!!

Sharon Read

Talent Partner, P&O Ferries

Fiona McKay is a versatile presenter and host. I had the pleasure of working with her at the Fund Forum in Monaco. She has the ability to take complex financial concepts and debates and simplify them for the mass market, without losing any of their nuance. She can make a hard day's on-stage interviewing look almost effortless.

Yuri Bender

Editor in Chief, Professional Wealth, Financial Times

Fiona is a dynamic and fascinating keynote speaker, and she is also very valuable as a host for interactive discussions. She has hosted a number of conferences I have organised, and they have always been a great success. The engagement levels she encourages, her personable approach are phenomenal. She is a very impressive business-person who inspires you to do more, be better and to think more innovatively.

Victoria Chatteron

Brand Strategy Director, Informa Connect

It’s been a privilege working with you Fiona McKay. Thank you for your collaboration in bringing the Parliamentary Roundtable on The Women's Health Strategy to life and for ensuring as conference Chair that our discussions were meaningful and action focused!

Priya Lkhani-Quiling

Director of Communications & Policy UK & ENI at Organon

 Fiona works at rapid pace and understands the huge changes that leaders face in hyper-growth portfolio companies.

I recommend Fiona to any hyper-growth leader pre and post PE acquisition who are really serious about achieving their highest performance and leadership potential.

Oliver Cooke

Managing Director, Phaidon International