Meet the Judges 2025
Alice Scutchey, Founder, City AM PA Club
Alice Scutchey is a former C-Suite EA with over 18 years experience in business administration. She currently works for a Fintech firm in the City. Passionate about giving back to the admin community, Alice founded The Canary Wharf PA Club in February 2019, creating a space where members can attend weekly training and networking events. She believes EAs and PAs should have a clear path for progression and equal opportunities to achieve their career ambitions.
Alice is delighted to be partnering with City A.M. to rebrand the CWPA club, further supporting and empowering the admin profession.
Beyond her work in the EA/PA space, Alice is a passionate speaker and Mental Health First Aid Instructor. She uses her platform to share her story, champion women, and advocate for the PA profession.
Lucy Chamberlain, Founder C&C Search
In 2014, Lucy Chamberlain redefined recruitment by launching C&C Search, an innovative, all-female business built on transparency and exceptional service. Now a market leader, C&C Search transforms client and candidate experiences by matching top talent with leading organisations.
Expanding her impact, Lucy launched the C&C Academy in 2020, a global training platform offering CPD-certified qualifications, tailored in-house training, and cutting-edge development programs. Trusted by clients like WarnerMedia, Sony, and BlackRock, the Academy drives professional growth and organisational success.
Under Lucy’s leadership, C&C Search earned B Corp certification in 2023, meeting high social and environmental standards. As a UN Women Delegate and W Corp Ambassador, Lucy champions empowerment and meaningful change beyond the corporate world.
Craig Byson, EA & Co-Host.The Crodie Files Podcast
In 2014, Lucy Chamberlain redefined recruitment by launching C&C Search, an innovative, all-female business built on transparency and exceptional service. Now a market leader, C&C Search transforms client and candidate experiences by matching top talent with leading organisations.
Expanding her impact, Lucy launched the C&C Academy in 2020, a global training platform offering CPD-certified qualifications, tailored in-house training, and cutting-edge development programs. Trusted by clients like WarnerMedia, Sony, and BlackRock, the Academy drives professional growth and organisational success.
Under Lucy’s leadership, C&C Search earned B Corp certification in 2023, meeting high social and environmental standards. As a UN Women Delegate and W Corp Ambassador, Lucy champions empowerment and meaningful change beyond the corporate world.
Jodie Mears, EA & Co Host, The Crodie Files Podcast
Jodie is an experienced C-Suite Executive Assistant and Operational Support Expert, passionate about knowledge-sharing and mentoring in the business support sector. Jodie’s 20-year career began as a purchase ledger clerk in the UK energy market before advancing into high-level administrative roles, including Receptionist, Senior Administrative Assistant, Bids & Proposals Coordinator, Ethics & Compliance Coordinator, and Global C-Suite EA.
Dedicated to continuous growth, she thrives on developing business skills and inspiring others through coaching and mentoring. Jodie serves on the advisory board of The PA Show, the UK’s largest exhibition for administrative professionals, and is an active advocate, speaker, and networker in the industry.