Crystal Specialist Finance (CSF) has published its latest Health and Wellbeing interview.

The new interview is with Jeremy Duncombe, who talks about the professional and personal challenges that have affected his wellbeing and shaped his life to date.

Duncombe (pictured), director of mortgage distribution at the Yorkshire Building Society and managing director at Accord, talks about leadership styles, personal sacrifices made throughout his career and also the crucial part mentors frequently play for guidance.

He discusses how his daughter Emily was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma aged just 15-years old, and how in recovery she continues to inspire him with her positive mindset.

Ultimately, he emphasises the importance of listening and encourages conversations to improve mental health, even if it is with only a small circle of trusted family and friends.

Duncombe is one of 12 financial service professionals who have agreed to step forward during 2021 to tell their stories, and additionally make themselves available to support individuals who may need someone to talk to about their own difficulties. Contact details are included at the end of each video.

The interview, the third in the series, is part of CSF’s ongoing Health & Wellbeing Campaign which is looking to help individuals in the sector identify and take the necessary steps to overcome isolation, stress, grief, financial worries and fears about the future.

Duncombe said: “I’ve known Jason for a long time, and it therefore felt very natural to be able to talk openly with him. I’ve been in the industry for a long time, and made some great friends, so it’s good to be part of an initiative like this which encourages people to talk and share their stories.”

Jason Berry, group sales and marketing director at CSF, added: “People can often look at high-profile leaders and assume they are impervious to life’s problems but everyone, no matter what their position, has experienced personal and professional highs-and-lows and has needed help to move on from those tough periods.

“By sharing these stories we are genuinely hopeful we will help others recognise their own mental health requirements and know that, should they need help, they are not alone. To have Jeremy, Andrew Montlake and Scott Howitt share their personal stories and contact details shows just how seriously we are all addressing the issue.”

The full interview can be seen here.