The Kindness & Leadership ‘50 Leading Lights’ campaign promotes a kinder approach to leadership that looks to transform businesses, empower others, and inspire creativity and productivity. The listing recognises the contribution of leaders across industries and professions who positively affect the culture of their organisation and celebrates those who are using the power of kindness to make a positive impact.

Sadie Baron has been the CMO at Reed Smith since 2016, having previously led business development for the firm's global business and finance practice. She has built a culture of mutual respect, kindness and collaboration across her global marketing and business development team, which supports the firm’s 30 international offices.

“The marketing team is spread across the world, and yet Sadie’s kind, approachable and empathetic leadership style has created a real sense of unity, common purpose and shared vision,” said Tamara Box, Reed Smith’s Europe & Middle East managing partner.