In this episode of WED Talks, we hear from Hannah Reikemnann-Wood — former Chief Mate, defence contractor, and working parent — sharing a candid and thought-provoking perspective on what it really means to raise a family while working in the naval and wider defence sector. From an unexpected journey into the Merchant Navy to navigating dual-career households, long deployments, and policy gaps, Hannah explores why defence cannot afford to lose highly trained talent simply because people choose to have children. This conversation goes beyond individual experience. It challenges organisations to take a hard look at retention, flexible working, and accountability — and asks whether current systems truly support the people defence relies on most. If you care about leadership, workforce sustainability, and building defence organisations fit for the future, this is a must-listen

🎧 👉 Listen now and join the conversation on how defence can do better — for parents, for women, and for the sector as a whole. ⚓✨