As part of its Inspiring Voices webcasts to celebrate International Women’s Day 2026 (IWD), ISC Group is celebrating 10 inspiring women whose leadership, expertise, and impact are shaping industries and inspiring the next generation
The National Extension College (NEC) is proud to announce that our CEO Esther Chesterman has been recognised as one of these 10 inspiring women
Esther recently spoke with Carmen Powell, CEO of ISC Group. In a post on their LinkedIn ISC Group said:
“As an educator and a board member of the Institute of Risk Management, Esther demonstrates the power of vision, authenticity, and practical guidance in helping others navigate complex challenges and step confidently into their next phase of life.”
At the National Extension College (NEC), we see every day how Esther’s leadership and vision shapes not just our organisation but also the many students we support. Her focus on accessible education is ensuring learning is open to people of all ages and from all backgrounds, demonstrating real-world impact in helping our students to move onto the next step in their education or career.
Watch Esther’s conversation with Carmen Powell here.
At NEC we all agree that this is an inspiring listen and well-deserved recognition of Esther’s impact as a leader and educator.