Effective Value Propositions “93 percent of world class sales organisations report that they have a formalised value proposition that’s very compelling to clients. By contrast only 39 per cent of all respondents say that they follow this best practice” – Miller Heinman 2012 Sales Best Practices Study • So how do we define value? •.
20 March 2025: Susanne Alfs and Chris Potter present “CYBER RISKS – A Boardroom Priority”
Like it or not, our reliance on technology and the internet underpins both business operations and personal lives. However, this dependency comes with risks we can no longer afford to overlook. We expect technology to be seamless and resilient—able to withstand mistakes, disruptions, and malicious threats—but ensuring this resilience demands active oversight. For many business.
11 February 2025 – Jean-Philippe Perraud: NEDOnBoard: “What makes for NED success, from the skills needed, applying for roles and then executing them effectively (warts and all)”
This talk explores the evolving path to becoming a successful non-executive director (NED), shifting from an end-of-career transition to a proactive, strategic career choice. It will cover the essential skills required for NED roles, the process of applying for and securing appointments, and how to execute these roles effectively once on board. The session will.
11 December 2024 – Magdalena Soffia, Principal Sociologist at the Institute for the Future of Work
Navigating the Future of Work: How technological innovation is shaping UK labour markets and job quality In this talk, we will explore the rapidly changing dynamics of today’s UK labour market driven by technological transition. We will delve into three core questions: 1) How is technological transition unfolding across UK regions? 2) How are skills.
24th October NED SIG with Nic Pillow “
Funding early-stage start-ups An interactive session led by Nic Pillow to talk through the main types of funding available for early-stage start-ups, including grants, debt, and especially equity funding. The discussion will cover potential sources of funds, including angel investors, venture capital, family offices, and crowdfunding. It will consider the stage and amount of investment,.
20th November 2024 – Duncan Rooders: CEO and Behavioural Scientist
Behavioural Economics: From Adam Smith to Modern Applications and Ethical Considerations This talk explores the fascinating intersection of economics and human behaviour, tracing its roots back to Adam Smith’s seminal observations in the 18th century. We’ll delve into the explosive growth of behavioural economics since the 1960s, examining how this field has revolutionized our understanding.
9 May 2024 – NED SIG
Naithan Hilaire – Founder and CEO, The 1Day Trader Team and Sue Milton will discuss: The NEDs’ Crucial Role in SME Growth Start Early, Thrive Faster: D&I in Start-ups 5:30pm start, 90 minute presentation and discussion, followed by networking, to end at 8pm. The subject matter will cover 2 areas: Starting with: The NEDs’ Crucial.
14 May 2024 – James Mellor, professional cartoonist (Private Eye, The Spectator, The Critic)
Cartoons and Communication In an event for all those interested in politics, satire and communication, professional cartoonist James Mellor (Private Eye, The Spectator, The Critic) talks through his career mocking the powerful and finding humour in the news. The discussion features some of his more famous (and infamous) cartoons and he will attempt to draw.
Networking and Members discussion with Garry Hirth and Mark Watson – members of XTEND – discussing “Sustainable Importing”
The challenges of “Sustainable Importing” will be explored, dealing with the issues of buying from overseas in turbulent times following Brexit, recent conflicts and political turbulence. For this meeting, the attendees will be divided into two teams representing separate companies, each gearing up to launch a new chocolate biscuit as part of their award-winning brand.
21st March 2024 – Jukka Väänänen (Jay), CEO of Newspage
Jay is the CEO of Newspage Newspage gets your brand in the big media: TV, radio, print and digital. Whether you’re a small business or charity owner, an academic, artist or aspiring musician on YouTube or TikTok, Newspage bridges the gap between you and the world’s leading media outlets. And it’s free. Newspage is media.