Empowered Conversations with Meridian Energy’s Edna Maddocks

In this episode of Empowered Conversations, Edna Maddocks, acting Chief Information Officer at Meridian Energy, talks about her remarkable 11-year journey from lead business analyst to CIO. Edna shares candid insights on leadership, the power of mentorship, and Meridian Energy’s bold approach to diversity in tech—recruiting women into ICT roles with no prior experience and helping them grow into leaders. She also discusses how Meridian Energy is embracing generative AI to drive creativity and efficiency and offers heartfelt advice for anyone looking to advance their career. It’s an inspiring conversation on transformation, inclusion, and the future of IT in the utilities sector.