Join us at our interactive and thought provoking 2019 Annual Conference for HR and D&I practitioners: The Future of Work!

Attending this inspiring event will give you best practice examples, access to the latest thinking and solutions to key challenges to take back to your workplace.  Hear from influential speakers and panellists on the future of work including academics, leading business figures and thought leaders in this area.

Keynote Speaker Announced:

We will hear from Matthew Taylor, Chief Executive of the Royal Society of the Arts (RSA) and author of the report ‘Good Work’; an independent review into modern employment, commissioned by the UK Prime Minister. Mr Taylor will be offering his insights into how to future-proof your organisation and how employers can contribute to the better and fairer work agenda.

Date:

Wednesday 1 May 2019

Time:

10.00 to 14.30 (registration from 09.30 and lunch from 13.30)

Where:

Kindly hosted by Hogan Lovells International LLP, Atlantic House, Holborn Viaduct, London EC1A 2FG

 

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Join us for a fascinating session to explore why it’s important for men to partner with women to create a more gender inclusive workplace culture.

During the session Dr Armstrong and Jason Ghaboos will suggest strategies and actions that both individuals and organisations can use, drawn from their cross-sector research. These tools will help you take effective action to promote equality of opportunity for women to reach positions of senior leadership.

This session will explore the Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge, gender-balanced research with 7,000 men and women from 27 organisations across sectors. This research facilitates awareness of the difference between men and women’s perceptions and experience of unintentional everyday sexisms in workplace culture that impede quality of opportunity for career progression.

Key take aways:

• How to motivate men to support change to create a more gender inclusive workplace for the benefit of men and women
• How to build a useful network of gender allies
• Table discussions to debate tools that can help create sustainable change

In the spirit of men and women working together and to make the most of this interactive event, we encourage you to bring a male guest. All guests should register themselves online using via the guest booking page. Contact [email protected] for any queries.

Timings:

6.00pm Registration

6.30pm Speakers – Dr Jill Armstrong and Jason Ghaboos

7.45pm Q&A

8.00pm Networking

9.00pm Close

 

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WIBF Scotland are delighted to be running a joint one day conference in conjunction with RBS Women.

The theme of the event is The Future is NOW.

This unique event provides an excellent opportunity for you to assess your current skillset and personal readiness for the future of work. By understanding the current technological, social, and economic context we’re working in, you will be able to identify and develop key skills, and build a strong network that will help you now and in the future.

The conference will include a number of impressive keynote speakers followed by a panel Q&A and a networking lunch. After lunch you are invited to to take part in one of two interactive workshops on Creating a Mindset for Change or Realisation and Self-Determination.

Speakers for the day include:

• Maggie Craig, Head of Financial Conduct Authority Scotland
• Wincie Wong, RBS Head of Innovation Supply Chain Services
• Lou Smith, Fintech Scotland Board Member
• Sue Liburd MBE, non executive Director of Abstract
• Sue Mitchell, Aeona
• David Nikolich, Abstract
• Andy Nicol, CEO of Abstract
• Amy Finn, PA Consulting

Timings:

• 09.30am Registration
• 10:05am Introduction and Speakers
• 11:45am Panel Q&A
• 12:30pm Lunch & Network
• 13:30pm Interactive Sessions
• 14.30pm Closing Remarks

 

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Module One – Improvisation

However confident we may feel, there are often situations in business when we find ourselves falling back into old patterns, lacking the confidence to present or speak in front of a business or industry audience. With the use of professional improvisation exercises, this workshop will help you engage the more creative side of your brain and step out of your comfort zone, be more spontaneous, and practice being present and in the moment.

Because improvisation relies on trust and collaboration, building these skills will help you form deeper and more connected bonds with colleagues and clients. It will teach you to become more adaptable and responsive and ultimately believe in your aptitude to stand up and be heard, take risks, and express yourself with dexterity and confidence.

About Executive Shine

The Executive Shine programme currently comprises of three modules, designed to improve your communication skills and build confidence in various business scenarios. Each module is crafted with a deep understanding of business dynamics, a real appreciation for the importance of effective communication in achieving success at a corporate and individual level, and the value that comedy, acting and communications techniques can offer.

Highly effective communication comprises many different elements, both verbal and non-verbal, including body language and gesturing; posture, presence and energy; pace and tone of voice, eye contact and breathing. What you say is important, but how you say it has so much more impact.

Each session will help you to develop your own presentation style, holding true to your authentic self and personal style, enabling you to become a compelling spokesperson at any stage of your professional development.

Executive Shine is produced by Streets Consulting and delivered by corporate coach and an award-winning stand up comedian, who shares theatrical techniques to empower participants to communicate effectively and with confidence.

A Tried & Tested Approach

We worked closely with Innovate Finance and their ‘Women in Fintech’ initiative to test Executive Shine with their membership firms and are delighted that our workshops have been a resounding success. Every session was oversubscribed and the feedback has exceeded our expectations.

“At Innovate Finance, we are keen to see a reflection of our diverse FinTech community in the public eye, on panels and on stages. For this reason, we were delighted to partner with Streets Consulting to trial their Executive Shine training programme as part of our ‘Women in FinTech’ initiative. We have had phenomenal positive feedback from all of our members who participated and would absolutely encourage ambitious executives to invest in themselves.” Charlotte Crosswell, CEO, Innovate Finance

Feedback from recent participants:

“AWESOME! So, so much fun! I’m glad I came – didn’t check my phone / clock once.”

“If confidence is an issue and you need a safe and supportive environment to explore how to improve your presentation style – this is it.”

“This was a really energetic and effective training session with lots of exercises to help make points.”

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Dulux Trade London Revolution is one of the biggest 2-day cycle sportives in the UK, with 2,500 riders taking on this iconic 185 mile loop of the capital.

You’ll pedal through the heart of the City, passing the iconic sights, before taking on the stunning North Downs, historic Thames Valley and the unrelenting Chilterns.

After riding 100 miles on day 1, take your time and kick back at our legendary festival basecamp where you’ll stay overnight. There are bars, plenty of food and even bouncy castles for the kids, making it a weekend fit for friends and family.

After a good night’s rest it’s time to get back in the saddle for the shorter day back to the start via the Chiltern Hills and ancient Epping Forest.

This is a challenge for all, inclusive of all ages, fitness and experience levels. Whether you’re an accomplished cyclist, an occasional rider or a complete beginner – this is the perfect event for you.

Fundraise, pedal, eat, laugh, sleep, repeat. We’ll do the rest!

The Route:

Day 1: South London Leg

Stage 1: Iconic London landmarks
Stage 2: England’s green & pleasant lands
Stage 3: Beauty & some ‘beasts’

Day 2: North London Leg

Stage 4: The Mighty Thames Valley
Stage 5: Putting the ‘Hill’ in Chilterns
Stage 6: An Ancient Woodland World

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What started out as a one-off fundraising event has blossomed into a striving multi-million pound charity, raising to date in excess of £128 million for vital breast cancer causes.

Walk the Walk came into being 21 years ago when just 13 women Power Walked the New York City Marathon in their bras to raise money and awareness for breast cancer.

Walk the Walk are dedicated to raising money and awareness for vital breast cancer causes and to encourage women, men and children to start walking as a way of keeping fitter, healthier and as an important part of cancer prevention…

The 22nd MoonWalk London is the original night charity walk organised by grant making breast cancer charity Walk the Walk.* Walking through London at night in your decorated bra whilst raising money and breast cancer awareness!

Your entry fee goes to staging the event and receiving all of this:

• A Wonderbra to decorate (yes for you men as well!) This year’s theme is “Disco Inferno… so, get creative and be ready to boogie on down!
• A delicious organic hot meal on the night
• Bespoke event T-Shirt and Cap
• Entertainment and incredible party atmosphere
• Help with Fundraising and Training along the way

For just £49.95, we think we offer far more for your entry fee than any other similar event. We have over 20 years of experience in organising this unique event and helping people like you to achieve your goals.

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Are you a professional woman interested in returning to work after a long career break?

Join Women Returners, the return to work specialists, for a motivational day packed with return-to-work advice, support and inspiration and the opportunity to meet informally with employers and other like-minded women.

The conference will be relevant to you whether your background is in finance, law, tech, engineering, marketing, retail, HR or any other professional area: whether your career break has been 2, 5 or 10+ years; and whether you’re at the first stage of your return-to-work journey or actively applying for roles.

Alongside workshops, panels and support sessions, you will have the opportunity to meet informally with a like-minded peer group and with our returner employer sponsors.

“Brilliant, a belief shifting event. I arrived feeling a lot of too – too old, too out of touch, too long a gap, too unwanted and left with all of those reversed, brimming with possibilities.” 

What will you get out of the day?

Expert Return to Work Support Workshops

• Find your Career Compass
• Boost your Professional Confidence
• Improve your Self-Marketing

Inspiration and advice from Returners and Speakers

• Learn from the experience of our panel of women who have successfully returned to work
• Be informed and entertained by Jane Garvey, BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour Presenter
• Understand how the landscape is changing for returners from Julianne Miles, Co-Founder and MD of Women Returners

Opportunities to connect with leading Returner Employers

• Meet and talk informally with our returner employer sponsors, including Bloomberg, Credit Suisse, FDM Group, Fidelity International, J.P. Morgan and O2. Chaired by Claire Cohen, Women’s Editor, The Telegraph
• Find out from our employer panel why they run returner programmes and what you can do as a candidate to stand out

Personalised or small group support break-out session (subject to availability; ONE pre-booked choice only)

• 1:1 ‘Laser’ Coaching Session (15 minutes) with one of the Women Returners coaching team
• ‘Bridge your IT Gap’ workshop (15 minutes) with Computer Fitness
• ‘LinkedIn Essentials’ workshop (15 minutes) with City CV
• LinkedIn headshot photo by our professional photographer

What is the timing?

The Conference will start with coffee at 9:00 and will end at 17:30. Lunch is provided. Note: your break-out session option may be scheduled during Lunch (12:30-13:45) or End of Day (16:30-17:30)

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Women of The Square Mile 2019 is brought to you by the world’s largest conference series dedicated to driving gender diversity in the Financial Services sector.

Following 2018’s sell-out event, we are back with the most eye-opening, educational and inspirational event yet! Through inspirational keynotes, eye-opening panel discussions, and interactive career development workshops, this conference will equip you with the knowledge, skills and network you need to excel in your career and drive diversity and inclusion within your organisation. Join 1,000+ finance professionals on 15th May at the Olympia in London and shake up the role women play within financial services.

Speakers include:

• Vivienne Artz, President, WIBF and Chief Privacy Officer, Refinitiv
• Dame Jayne-Anne Gadhia CBE, Former CEO @ Virgin Money
• Joanna Place, COO, Bank of England
• Tracy Watkinson, COO for UK Service Company Entity @ Credit Suisse
• Melanie Richards, Deputy Chair and Board Member @ KPMG UK
• Lawrence Shaw, Chief Administration Officer – Corporate and Investment Bank @ Deutsche Bank
• Carolanne Minashi, Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion @ UBS
• Mariza Fotiou, Digital Chief Operating Officer @ HSBC Private Banking

Date:

15th May 2019

Time:

8am – 6pm

Venue:

Olympia, Hammersmith Rd, Hammersmith, London W14 8UX

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The ever-growing field of Positive Psychology, as well indeed as experience, tells us that using our strengths effectively increases energy levels, brings enjoyment, and takes the struggle out of work.

So rather than pushing a boulder uphill by focusing on our weaknesses, let’s shine the spotlight on our strengths. In this session we will:

• Discuss what we mean by strengths and how they differ from skills
• Share our stories and experiences, recalling and identifying our individual strengths in action
• Explore how we can best use them to impact positively on our everyday working life
• Develop an understanding of how to maximise our strengths according to the situation and avoid the dangers of overuse which commonly derail us

Key take-aways

• Identify and build on key aspects of your work past and present that bring you the greatest satisfaction
• Determine where you can make best use of your strengths to meet day-to-day challenges and opportunities
• Grow awareness of others strengths and draw on these in order to build high performing teams
• Commit specifically to using a core strength where you know it will impact positively on your fulfilment at work and your interactions with others

Una Murphy is a professional coach and facilitator (Certified with International Coach Federation) and a specialist in transition. Setting up Una Murphy Associates in 2014, she coaches and facilitates on a range of initiatives from leadership development and change programmes to career consultancy.

Her focus is on enabling the leaders she supports to live with purpose, optimise their strengths and build collaborative relationships that lead to success for all.

She successfully led the BBC’s career transition service 2008 – 2013 at a time when the corporation was implementing a series of organisation wide change programmes.

Una has specialist knowledge of the media sector with an extensive network in TV and Digital. She has considerable experience in supporting start-ups and creative entrepreneurs in this area.

Timings:

6.00pm Registration

6.30pm Speaker – Una Murphy

8.00pm Networking

9.00pm Finish

 

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‘DOES FLEXIBLE WORKING REINFORCE GENDER STEREOTYPES? ‘ 

A debate in aid of Young Women’s Trust brought to you by Artemis Coaching

The debate will discuss such questions as:

• should flexible working only be available to those with caring responsibilities?

• do organisations penalise those who ask for flexible working?

• does flexible working mean you seem “unreliable”?

• should working mothers avoid asking for flexible working to stop reinforcing the stereotype?

The confirmed panellists include:

Asif Sadiq MBE, Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at The Telegraph

Rosie Kinchen, The Sunday Times (Chair)

Will McDonald, Group Sustainability and Public Policy Director at Aviva plc (job share) and Chair of Trustees of the Fatherhood Institute. Part of the most senior all-male job share in the UK.

Harini Iyengar, Practising Barrister, Expert in Equality law and Spokesperson on Equal Representation for the Women’s Equality Party

Tara Leathers, Deputy CEO of The Prince’s Trust

AGENDA

6.00pm – Arrival & registration

6.30pm – Key note by Elysia McCaffrey, Deputy Head of Government’s Equality Office

6.40pm – Panel discussion

7.40pm – Q & A

8.15pm – Closing remarks

Join leaders in their fields to debate this hot topic!

Artemis Coaching (Nicola Pitt and Kirsten Goodwin) was set up to help busy professionals transform their careers, through coaching, workshops, retreats and events – both hosted by us and offered within organisations.

All proceeds go to the Young Women’s Trust. Thank you for donating at the event.

Location: the event’s Central London venue will be announced shortly.

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The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia was created in 2004 to draw the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexuals, transgender, intersex people and all other people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics.

The date of May 17th was specifically chosen to commemorate the World Health Organization’s decision in 1990 to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder.

The Day represents a major global annual landmark to draw the attention of decision makers, the media, the public, corporations, opinion leaders, local authorities, etc. to the alarming situation faced by people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics.

May 17 is now celebrated in more than 130 countries, including 37 where same-sex acts are illegal. Thousands of initiatives, big and small, are reported throughout the planet.

 

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WeAreTheCity is hosting its third full day leadership conference for working women on 24 May 2019. 

This full-day event offers practical upskilling and networking opportunities for the female talent pipeline to progress and to position themselves for future leadership roles across a multitude of industries.

Over 300 females will gather at etc.venues, County Hall to hear from a range of renowned speakers and expert panelists. These include Melanie Eusebe, Business Strategist; Chair & Founder, Black British Business Awards; Andy Lopata, Business Networking Strategist; Esther Stanhope, Confidence Speaker & Personal Impact Expert; Tracey Groves, Founder & CEO, Intelligent Ethics; Jenny Garrett, Award-winning coach, speaker & trainer; and Kate Franklin CPCC, PCC, Director, White & Lime.

A full list of our amazing speakers can be found here.

During the conference, we will be covering key topics to enhance your skills such as resilience, communicating with power, networking skills, negotiation, creating career plans and much more. See here for full agenda.

The day will wrap up with our senior leaders Q&A panel, a summary of the day from Vanessa Vallely OBE, Managing Director,  and a chance to browse our marketplace stands.

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Date: Friday 24^th May 2019

Timing: 08.15 – 17.00

Location: etc.venues County Hall, Riverside Building, Belvedere Road, Lambeth, London, SE1 7PB

A percentage of tickets to WeAreFutureLeaders will be gifted to women who are returning after a career break. To apply for a returners place, please email [email protected] for more information.