Apprenticeships aren’t just about training... they’re about opportunity, potential and transformation.

At just 23 years old, Kaylee Mcisaac has already faced more than most - and achieved more than many. A Plant Maintenance Electrical Engineering Apprentice at BAE Systems and winner of nine awards (including BAE Systems Apprentice of the Year), Kaylee’s story is one of resilience, responsibility, and remarkable drive.

In this bonus episode of The Culture Colonel, Lindsay MacDuff sits down with Kaylee, alongside Rear Admiral (Ret’d) Jon Pentreath and BAE Systems’ Director of Education and Skills, Richard Hamer, for an honest and inspiring conversation about the power of investing in people.

Together, they explore what it really takes to build a more inclusive, future-ready defence and security sector, from the ground up. This episode delves into the evolving needs of defence in a digital age, the role of partnerships between industry and government, and the unseen, human infrastructure behind national resilience.

But at its heart, this is Kaylee’s story: a story of leadership, loss, mentorship, and ambition. A story that proves when talent meets opportunity, anything is possible.

This isn’t just a story about apprenticeships. It’s about equity, leadership - and why the future depends on both.

🎙️ Heading to DSEI (9–12 September)?

Come and meet The Culture Colonel on stand S15-220, where he’ll be joining the team from BFBS Creative. Let’s talk about how we can help you tell your story brilliantly.

To explore opportunities in defence and security, including upcoming events, visit DSEI – Defence and Security Equipment International: www.dsei.co.uk 

To learn about careers, apprenticeships, and graduate roles at BAE Systems, visit: www.baesystems.com/en/careers/careers-in-the-uk 

To discover how Movement to Work supports young people into employment, visit: www.movementtowork.com 

Of course, we'd love to hear your thoughts on this bonus episode. What did you think of Kaylee's story?

You can email Lindsay and the team at TheCultureColonel@bfbs.com 

As promised, we’ll be back soon with Series 3 of The Culture Colonel!

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