The phrase “breaking down silos” has become a mantra in today’s corporate world. Leaders emphasize tearing down barriers to improve communication and collaboration, but perhaps we’ve overlooked a crucial point: destruction alone doesn’t necessarily drive innovation or organizational health. Instead of focusing on breaking things apart, what if we adopted a more constructive approach? Let’s talk about building bridges instead.

In a recent episode of the Market Leaders Podcast, Sian Story, General Counsel at Vendavo, shared her unique journey—from starting at a law firm in Bristol to taking on the fast-paced, innovation-driven world of Silicon Valley.