Do you want to know how to have more impact with your work on Diversity & Inclusion?

Would you like to save time by hearing what other D&I leaders are doing in their organisations?  Do you need to build your network of D&I experts, so you always have someone at hand for questions?

Then come along to How to turn a good company into a great company! It is a 1 day D&I training event, on 5 Nov in central London. With powerful workshops, and lessons from D&I Leaders from organisations like Deloitte, Hogan Lovells, Centrica, CBRE, Fujitsu, Lockton, HS2 and more.

Register with our exclusive 20% discount code [WATC20].

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Despite billions of dollars spent globally on diversity and inclusion initiatives, and countless hours of staff time dedicated to administering them, there is limited evidence that they actually work – and some may actively be causing harm.

Part of the ESRC Festival of Social Sciences, this event will look at why guesswork or good intentions simply aren’t enough to tackle the gender divide at work, and how we can take a scientific approach to women’s career progression.

The event will draw on forthcoming research by the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership for the Government Equalities Office.

Panel:

• Pilita Clark, Associate Editor and Business Columnist, Financial Times (chair)
• Professor Rosie Campbell, Director of the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership
• Yasmine Chinwala, Partner at New Financial
• Kate Glazebrook, CEO and Co-Founder of Applied

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Robots. Artificial Intelligence. Digital Leaders.

We’re not talking about science fiction here. These once-novel concepts are becoming ever more standard in businesses across the country. Join us as we explore how to keep up.

Technology like robots, drones and self-driving cars is held up as the key driver behind the Fourth Industrial Revolution — but dig a little deeper, and you’ll find there’s more than meets the eye.

The digital native generation is entering the workplace with expectations around patterns of work and corporate responsibility which organisations are having to respond to. The ageing nature of an increasingly diverse workforce brings both new opportunities and challenges alike, with key puzzles like lifelong learning and diversity and inclusion to solve — and that’s only scratching the surface…

Join us in Bristol on Tuesday 12th November, as we discuss the six key areas in which the business world is evolving, and the skills managers and leaders need to develop now to stay relevant as they unfold.

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Are you a female creative working alone, returning to work after caring for family, or just feel side-lined?

Do you lack the self-confidence to express your ideas or promote yourself in the workplace?

Do you want to explore your funny bones to help develop creativity?

Are you aware that the top-rated advertisements use humour?

Did you know that less than 3% of ads depict women in leadership roles, being intelligent or having a sense of humour?

Are you a budding comedy performer or writer who would like to collaborate with creatives?

We’re part of much bigger seed change in the world of creativity, marketing and advertising and delighted to be back with another of our brilliant HERlarious events. With our unique blend of workshops, panel discussion and, of course, a showcase of live stand up comedy, this event is designed to reboot your inner creativity and boost your confidence.

This event is open to anybody in the creative and communications industries who would like to express their ideas more confidently and freely using some of the tricks of the comedy trade.

If you are a first-jobber, intern, returner to the workplace or simply in need of a change of direction then a comedy fix is guaranteed to boost your confidence, whatever your level!

We can promise you a fun interactive evening mixing with comedy professionals where you can get valuable advice on how to ‘perform’, work independently, bring your ideas to life and develop techniques to communicate more effectively. We will cover creating your own material, interpreting body language, storytelling, developing a strong narrative and managing your health and wellbeing in an increasingly competitive business environment.

On the night you will be able to take part in two workshops to boost your skills and confidence levels.

Stop Selling Yourself Short
How to work well alone
What is confidence anyway?
Face the fear and just do it!

Every workshop will be facilitated by a team of performers, writers, film-makers, content creators, producers and directors with first-hand experience of the comedy industry.

Panel Discussion: has the portrayal of women in TV hits like Fleabag and Killing Eve changed the narrative?
Plus, live comedy, of course! Introducing Laura Smyth, Stage Award winner of the 2019 Funny Women Awards.
We are thrilled that LinkedIn UK has agreed to host this event in their fabulous Central London office and welcome our new partners, IAAUK and Mediatel Events.

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Empowering Women in Business 2019

Save the date for Empowering Women in Business 2019, an event run by us with the aim of discussing the role of women in the workforce and the issues, challenges and the evolution of business in 2019 in a room of like-minded females has been announced, taking place on November 14^th.

This is the second year that the discussions have revolved around the wider world of business and businesswomen across all sectors, rather than solely a franchise industry focus. This year, the key theme revolves around ‘The Changing Culture of Business’, with a particular focus on confidence and visibility. Speakers include prominent businesswomen such as Grace Harding, CEO of South African seafood restaurant chain Ocean Basket as well as keynote speaker Penny Haslam, former BBC business reporter and Panorama presenter, with a key focus on shrugging off ‘imposter syndrome’. Other influential businesswomen speaking complement the event.

Pip Wilkins, CEO of the bfa, who started her franchising journey 20 years ago and became CEO in 2016, stated: “Empowering Women in Business was an initiative I started eight years ago. Initially for women in franchising, I realised so many themes resonated outside of the industry and with business in general, so opened up the discussion to a wider demographic.”

“In the years we have been running the event, working culture has changed so much. In general, I have seen a lot of progress, but there is still a lot to do and misconceptions to dispel.”

The day will consist of a number of speakers giving professional advice, along with workshops and discussion panels.

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Please join us for this year’s WEConnect International Europe Conference which is taking place in London on Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th November 2019.

This year’s flagship event for WEConnect International in Europe is being hosted at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel London Kensington situated in the in the heart of London’s museum district with sites such as the Natural History Museum and Kensington Palace just around the corner.

The two-day conference will be packed full with networking opportunities, presentations, interactive discussions and breakout sessions based on the conference theme of ‘Driving Business Growth Through Inclusive Value Chains’ which is at the core of the work of WEConnect International.

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For 2019’s Masculinity in the Workplace Conference, we’re on a mission to redefine the notion of ‘male hero’.

In an afternoon of live discussion, debate and exploration we will collectively re-define a new, modern masculinity and celebrate the benefits of this for a happier, more fulfilling and inclusive workplace.

The word ‘hero’ conjures a mythical figure unattainable for men in today’s world. However, there are many men who have faced difficulty and heartache and triumphed, not through brute force, but by expanding their capacity for vulnerability. These men show us the opportunity of relinquishing privilege and letting go of outdated stereotypes.

By challenging the limiting and narrow constructs of masculinity that currently exist in the workplace, we will curate a fresh conversation to provide inspiration for change. We will look at the opportunities for male leaders to embrace change, expand their capacity for vulnerability, proudly work flexibly and stimulate an open conversation around mental health issues.

Join us in creating a culture of inclusion for the workplace; a culture where being a male leader is a celebration of positive vulnerability, dual caregiving and balanced mental health.

We will explore:

• What does modern masculinity in the workplace look like?
• What are the advantages of letting go of outdated stereotypes about masculinity?
• How could men use their privilege to benefit everyone in the workplace?
• How can masculine leadership move from ‘power over’ to ‘power with’ and ‘power to’?
• How do we get more men to take on primary / dual caregiver roles?

What to expect:

The event is for anyone who is passionate about driving gender equality in the workplace and we welcome everyone however they identify or express themselves. In particular we would love to see a broad representation of CEOs, CMOs, HR Directors and Inclusion & Diversity Practioners. Irrespective expect to come away with:

• A better understanding of the impact a more modern and positive view of masculinity can have on the workplace
• Case studies to show how change is already being delivered in the workplace
• A list of small things you can do tomorrow as a business to make a difference to well being
• A real understanding of the value a more inclusive workplace will have on your business results

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U DIG, Women Who Inspire and Financially Sound Women cordially invite you to a POSITIVE FASHION EVENING

The evening will include:

• Reception and Networking
• Positive Fashion Talk with Guest Speakers
• U DIG Wearable Art Collection presentation
• Timothy Oulton Gallery Guided Tour

At U DIG we collaborate directly with international independent craftswomen and develop a connection between artists and our clients. Together we empower women artisans, encourage entrepreneurship, revive craftsmanship and contribute to a more sustainable future and a positive change in the fashion industry.

To celebrate the legacy of culture, design and innovation, the event will be hosted at the historic Timothy Oulton Bluebird on the legendary for the British fashion King’s Road, making it a perfect location for the occasion.

Our honourable guest speaker will be DANA THOMAS – the author of Fashionopolis: The Price of Fast Fashion and the Future of Clothes; Gods and Kings: The Rise and Fall of Alexander McQueen and John Galliano, and the New York Times bestseller Deluxe: How Luxury Lost Its Luster. Ms Thomas is also a regular contributor to The New York Times Style section and has written for The New York Times Magazine, The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, the Financial Times, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar.

At U DIG Positive Fashion Evening Ms Thomas will share her view on the current state of affairs in the fashion industry and will speak about her vision of how we can be more responsible in our fashion choices.

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