London Business Forum, Sept 2015-May 2016

EVENTS SCHEDULE 2015-2016Sir riCHarD BraNSoN oN BUSiNESSBook yoUr SEaT Now!

2015-2016 EVENTS AT A GLANCE

Tuesday 8 sepTember 20159.30AM-12PMThiNkiNG SLowCArL hoNoré

1.30-4PMMiNDFULNESSChriS BAréz-BrowN

Tuesday 15 sepTember 9.30AM-12PMrETAiL kiNGLorD roSE

1.30-4PMNLP STriPPED BArEDAViD TAyLor

Wednesday 23 sepTember9.30AM-12PMCUSToMEr EXPEriENCEShAUN SMiTh

1.30-4PMCoNTiNUoUS iMProVEMENTBEN hUNT-DAViS

Friday 2 OcTOber1.30-4PMVirGiNSir riChArD BrANSoN

Tuesday 6 OcTOber9.30AM-12PMGrAViTASCAroLiNE GoyDEr

1.30-4PMiNNoVATErAFE oFFEr

Wednesday 14 OcTOber9.30AM-12PMCrEATiVE hUBSBAroNESS SUSAN GrEENFiELD

1.30-4PMThE PowEr oF FEEDBACkLEoN TAyLor AND DAViD SMiTh

Tuesday 10 nOvember 9.30AM-12PMiNFLUENTiAL LEADErShiPriChArD oLiViEr

1.30-4PMMoDEL MANAGErSroMAN TSChäPPELEr AND MikAEL kroGErUS

Wednesday 20 January 20169.30AM-12PMThE PrESENTATioN CoAChGrAhAM DAViES

1.30-4PMhAPPiNESS By DESiGNProF PAUL DoLAN

Tuesday 26 January9.30AM-12PMENGAGEADriAN wEBSTEr

1.30-4PMwiNSToN ChUrChiLL Dr DAViD STArkEy

Tuesday 23 February 9.30AM-12PMSUCCESSProF kEViN DUTToN

1.30-4PMrAzor ShArP FoCUSJEFF GroUT

Tuesday 8 march9.30AM-12PMCoNFiDENCEProF ToMAS ChAMorro-PrEMUziC

1.30-4PMSToryTELLiNGDAViD PEArL

Tuesday 12 april 9.30AM-12PMThE 80 MiNUTE MBAJohN kNELL AND riChArD rEEVES

1.30-4PMTALENT LADDErSriChArD rEEVES

Tuesday 10 may9.30AM-12PMiNSTANT rAPPorTNEiL MULLArkEy

1.30-4PM1966 AND ALL ThATSir GEoFF hUrST

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Most of us are addicted to speed. Every day can feel like a race against the clock or a dash for the finish line that we never seem to reach. At this event, Carl Honoré will reveal that faster isn’t always better.

When it comes to solving complex problems, the best policy is usually to apply a Slow Fix. At this event, see how slowing down ensures we learn to do everything as well (rather than as fast) as possible to work smarter, live better and find lasting solutions that actually work. We can be seduced by quick fixes offering maximum return for minimum effort but they only treat the symptoms not the cause of the problem. Carl will reveal when to slow down to start forging solutions that work both now and in the long term.

about carl honoréCarl Honoré is an award-winning journalist, author and TED speaker. He is also a globetrotting ambassador for the Slow Movement. After working with street children in Brazil, he covered Europe and South America for publications ranging from the Economist and Observer to the Miami Herald, Time and National Post (Canada). Published in 2013, Carl’s latest book is called The Slow Fix.

Tuesday 8 sepTember 2015 9.30am-12pmbaFTa

LASTiNG SoLUTioNS iN A FAST-MoViNG worLDCArL hoNoré

ThiNkiNG SLow

how To STAy CENTrED AND LoVE yoUr workChriS BAréz-BrowN

We are doing machines – rushing from one meeting to the next. Unfortunately that means that often we are doing the wrong things as we lose awareness of what counts.

Chris Baréz-Brown will explore how we can balance the doing with the being and help restore a higher sense of awareness so that your mind is no longer full, but clear. This session will deliver a combination of pragmatic business tips and some more hippy approaches to help you be free in your work and bring the shiny you to play.

about chris baréz-brownChris Baréz-Brown hates boring conferences so always makes sure his sessions are anything but. In high demand around the globe, he has spoken on every continent and to all types of audiences. Author of three books, Chris loves to shake things up with lots of interaction, energy and hard hitting messages.

Tuesday 8 sepTember 2015 1.30-4pmbaFTa

booking hotline: 020 7600 4222

MiNDFULNESS


Join us for leadership insights from a true heavyweight of British business. Former chief executive and chairman of Marks & Spencer, Lord Rose is recognised as one of the leading lights in British retail. He has transformed some of Britain’s most-loved high street brands.

As head of M&S his energetic and charismatic leadership turned around declining performance and restored the affections of the British public, enabling it to weather the recession with increased profits and an enviable reputation. Along with his noted business acumen, Lord Rose is renowned for creating a clear vision as well as for his ability to execute it. The ‘Plan A Initiative’ committed the company to working with customers and suppliers to help combat climate change, reduce waste, use sustainable raw materials and trade ethically.

about lord roseLord Rose has spent his entire career in retail joining Marks & Spencer plc in 1971. He left to join the Burton Group in 1989, becoming a director in 1993. Lord Rose then served as chief executive of Booker plc, followed by Arcadia Group plc and, in May 2004, he took the helm at Marks & Spencer plc, becoming chairman in 2008. He stood down as chairman of Marks & Spencer in 2011 and is now chairman of Ocado, Fat Face, Oasis Healthcare Group and a non-executive director of Woolworths (South Africa). He was knighted in 2008 for services to the retail industry and corporate social responsibility and made a life peer in September 2014.

Tuesday 15 sepTember 2015 9.30am-12pm30 eusTOn square

rETAiL kiNGLEADErShiP LESSoNS FroM ThE hiGh STrEETLorD roSE


NLPThE SECrETS oF BUSiNESS PErSUASioNDAViD TAyLor

Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) is fast becoming the hottest trend in business. Yet it continues to be shrouded in secrecy. Not anymore. David Taylor will strip away the mystery, jargon and hype to share NLP’s most powerful tools and techniques that you can use straight away.

This practical, unique how-to session will include the 21 most powerful persuasion techniques in the business world. Highlights will include:

No.1 How to get anyone to return a voice mail – straight away

No.7 The only two reasons anyone will buy anything, from anyone

No.11 How to get anyone to instantly trust you – with these three discreet actions

No. 14 How to tell if someone is lying to you – and what to do about it

about david TaylorDavid Taylor helps people and organisations implement change. Unlike many so-called gurus, David has real experience with real leaders, in real companies. His latest clients include Guardian Financial Services, Ford Retail and Veolia. He is author of the fastest selling business book in the world, The Naked Leader, which was followed by three more global best-sellers. He is the Visiting Professor of Leadership at Warwick University Business School, Honorary Professor of Entrepreneurship at Ulster Business School and the Business Ambassador for The Prince’s Trust.

Tuesday 15 sepTember 2015 1.30-4pm30 eusTOn square

STriPPED BArE


Customer experience has changed and evolved as bold brands pave the way for a new kind of brand engagement. As consumer cynicism with large corporates increases, customers are seeking out brands that are ‘purpose’ rather than profit led.

With a constant stream of new communication channels emerging, the real challenge is staying true to your brand purpose while sharing more content with more people more meaningfully. It isn’t simply enough to jump on the bandwagon; companies must communicate a clear vision and message across these social networks to stand out. At this event, Shaun Smith will reveal how your company can follow his ‘On Purpose’ framework to deliver distinctive and authentic customer experiences across multiple channels.

about shaun smithOver the last 15 years, Shaun Smith has defined much of the thinking and methodology around differentiating customer experience. He inspires people to be bolder and more innovative in their approach. Shaun began his career at British Airways, where he became Head of Customer Service, Sales and Marketing Training worldwide. He currently runs his own consultancy, Smith+Co, who work with highly successful brands as diverse as Burberry, O2 and Premier Inn. Shaun is co-author of four critically-acclaimed business books – Managing the Customer Experience; See Feel Think Do; Uncommon Practice and BOLD – How to be brave in business and win.

Wednesday 23 sepTember 2015 9.30am-12pmbriTish museum

CUSToMEr EXPEriENCELESSoNS FroM ThE BESTShAUN SMiTh


“Will it make the boat go faster?” was the killer question on the lips of the Men’s Rowing Eight that won an Olympic gold medal at the Sydney Olympics in 2000. With this one question in mind, the crew were transformed from one that regularly finished last to being unbeatable.

At this event Ben Hunt-Davis will tell the engaging, interactive and inspiring story behind their success. With Olympic-winning lessons that can be applied to business, Ben will show that by focusing on what matters and restlessly seeking improvements, excellence can become part of your team’s mind-set. Find your equivalent to “Will it make the boat go faster?” Identify what you can do to really make a difference with Ben’s strategies for continuous improvement.

about ben hunt-davisBen Hunt-Davis is a performance consultant and inspirational speaker. He has competed at three Olympic Games, winning an Olympic Gold Medal at the Sydney Olympics in 2000. He is the founder of Will It Make The Boat Go Faster? which helps individuals, teams and organisations be more effective. Ben’s first book Will It Make The Boat Go Faster was published in 2011, providing Olympic-winning strategies to achieve more success in business, sport and everyday life.

Wednesday 23 sepTember 2015 1.30-4pmbriTish museum

CoNTiNUoUS iMProVEMENTwiLL iT MAkE ThE BoAT Go FASTEr? BEN hUNT-DAViS


A recent YOUGOV poll found that the person British workers would most like as their manager was Sir Richard Branson.

This is your opportunity to hear from the man himself. In an illuminating interview, we’ll discover what drives one of the world’s most iconic business leaders. We’ll ask Sir Richard what qualities are essential for success, what leadership means to him, how to put people at the heart of your business and much more.

Whether you’re at the beginning of your career or the head of a FTSE 250 company, join us as Sir Richard shares his leadership tips and reveals invaluable insights at the London Business Forum.

about sir richard bransonSir Richard Branson is Founder of the Virgin Group. Virgin is one of the world’s most irresistible brands and has expanded into many diverse sectors. Having started Virgin as a mail order record retailer in 1970, Sir Richard founded Virgin Records. After Mike Oldfield released ‘Tubular Bells’, Virgin Records went on to sign household names from the Sex Pistols to The Rolling Stones. There are now more than 100

Virgin companies worldwide, employing approximately 60,000 people in over 50 countries.

Sir Richard has challenged himself with many record breaking adventures, including the fastest ever Atlantic Ocean crossing, a series of hot air balloon journeys and kitesurfing across the Channel. He has described Virgin Galactic, the world’s first commercial spaceline, as “the greatest adventure of all.”

Since starting youth culture magazine Student aged 16, Sir Richard has found entrepreneurial ways to provoke positive change in the world. In 2004 he established non-profit foundation Virgin Unite to tackle tough social and environmental problems and strives to make business a force for good. Most of his time is now spent working with Virgin Unite and organisations it has incubated, such as The Elders, Carbon War Room, B Team and Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship.

Friday 2 OcTOber 20151.30-4pmcenTral hall WesTminsTer

Sir riChArD BrANSoN oN BUSiNESS

VirGiN


“ A busiNess is simply AN ideA to mAke other people’s lives better.”

Have you ever wondered why some people earn attention and respect when they speak and others don’t? The secret to their success can be summed up in one word: gravitas. In this inspirational session, leading voice coach and speaker Caroline Goyder reveals how to speak so others will listen.

Caroline will deliver a step-by-step guide with practical techniques and exercises to build your natural gravitas. Learn how to express yourself clearly and with the passion and confidence to persuade, influence and engage listeners. An essential tool for the modern workplace, gravitas will transform your powers of communication and give you the authority to make people sit up and pay attention.

about caroline GoyderCaroline Goyder is the founder and creator of The Gravitas Method and author of revolutionary new book, Gravitas, in which she reveals how to speak so others will listen. Caroline worked for many years as a voice teacher at the Central School of Speech and Drama, and has spent the last ten years developing a system to help her non-acting clients to perform with the same poise, presence and power in everyday life. RED magazine recently called Caroline one of Britain’s top coaches.

Tuesday 6 OcTOber 2015 9.30am-12pmlsO sT luke’s


how To SPEAk So oThErS LiSTENCAroLiNE GoyDEr

Gravitas


InnovatEEXECUtE GaME CHanGInG IDEaSRafE offER

Tuesday 6 OcTOber 2015 1.30-4pmlsO sT luke’s

Whatever your role or sector, discover how to breathe new life and bring new value into your company in this candid look at innovation stories from Disney, Coca-Cola, Amazon and more. A former insider at some of the best known brands on the planet, Rafe Offer will rummage through their dirty laundry to reveal how they created billion dollar businesses – or, in some cases, missed out.

Rafe will do this with an eye towards helping you innovate in what you do. Full of entertaining stories and hard-learned lessons, there will be plenty of scope and time to discuss the implications for your own innovations, no matter what your next big idea is.

about rafe OfferRafe Offer has helped build and lead innovation projects across some of the world’s best known brands. He has enjoyed roles as a global marketing director of Coca-Cola, director of global marketing at The Walt Disney Company and director of innovation for global drinks giant Diageo. He has also consulted for the likes of Microsoft, Aviva and Amazon. He recently founded his own business, Sofar Sounds, a cutting-edge music company and worldwide promoter of new bands.


Wednesday 14 OcTOber 2015 9.30am-12pmWellcOme cOllecTiOn

CrEATiVE hUBSTUrN yoUr oFFiCE iNTo AN iDEAS FACToryBAroNESS SUSAN GrEENFiELD

What is creativity? What’s going on in our brains during those first stages of an idea? How can we enhance this process? This event will reveal new insights and explore the factors that promote creativity in the workplace.

We will explore how new digital technologies are creating an unprecedented environment, one in which our brains are adapting in new ways with vast implications for both professional and personal life in the 21st century.

about baroness susan GreenfieldBaroness Susan Greenfield is a scientist, writer, broadcaster and member of the House of Lords. Specialising in the physiology of the brain, Baroness Greenfield researches the impact of 21st century technologies on the mind, how the brain generates consciousness and novel approaches to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Globally respected in the corporate domain, she has recently delivered talks for Investec, Deutsche Bank, Barclays Corporate, Egon Zehnder International and KION Group.


Feedback is one of the most powerful tools in business. It’s free and can transform performance. Leon and David will explore how some of the most successful companies in the world are carefully cultivating a coaching style of leadership to model the way forward. These companies recognise the importance of praising positive traits in order to highlight other areas that might need improvement. Respect and regular feedback are key.

This event will offer practical tips and techniques to help embed feedback as a constant and critical part of your business culture. Feedback should always be about changing behaviours and not personalities.

about leon Taylor and david smithLeon Taylor is an Olympic medallist and since retiring from elite sport has been a mentor to several Team GB athletes. Leon’s diving career lasted more than 20 years with his successes bringing diving to the attention of the British public. Leon is also an integral part of the BBC Sports diving coverage and head judge on Saturday night ITV show Splash.

David Smith is an HR professional who was people director of Asda from 2000 to 2009. During his tenure Asda was named as one of the Top UK Places to Work for 5 years running in The Sunday Times Survey. David is author of Asda Magic: The 7 Principles of Building a High Performance Culture.

Wednesday 14 OcTOber 20151.30-4pmWellcOme cOllecTiOn

ThE PowEr oF FEEDBACk GiVE-AND-TAkE wiTh ThE riGhT ATTiTUDE AT ALL LEVELSLEoN TAyLor AND DAViD SMiTh

Getting the right things done in organisations can require shrewd use of power, politics and influence. Individuals equipped with political intelligence are better placed to achieve both personal and organisational goals.

Julius Caesar is Shakespeare’s most political play and offers surprisingly modern insights into how to manage tough workplace dilemmas. This event will draw on lessons from four powerful leaders: Julius Caesar, Brutus, Cassius and Mark Antony. Discover how you can assess your leadership abilities of power and influence, as well as learning new ways to hone these skills for the future. Richard Olivier will explore how to take the initiative, mobilise successful coalitions to make a positive difference and identify the sources of power both for us and against us.

about richard OlivierAwarded Thought Leader 2013 by the Best Practice Institute, Richard was a leading theatre director for over ten years and directed Henry V for the opening of Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London in 1997. He now works extensively in the fields of Organisational and Personal Development and is Artistic Director and founder of Olivier Mythodrama™. His work is at the leading edge of bringing the world of theatre and the arts into the development of authentic leaders.

Tuesday 10 nOvember 2015 9.30am-12pmbaFTa

PowErFUL LESSoNS FroM ShAkESPEArE’S JULiUS CAESArriChArD oLiViEr

iNFLUENTiAL LEADErShiP



A CLASSrooM GUiDE To PErSoNAL EXCELLENCEroMAN TSChäPPELEr AND MikAEL kroGErUS

Testing, experimenting, quantifying… from the dawn of time, humans have tried to find ways to assess what they can, must, would or should do. We have a deeply ingrained love – and fear – of tests.

Roman Tschäppeler and Mikael Krogerus have tested and compiled the 66 most important tests that affect our lives – some old, some new, some that you have probably heard of and others that might be unfamiliar. This event offers a unique opportunity to test yourself and as many colleagues as you can drag along with you to find out just how brilliant you all might be. We promise it won’t be testing at all but it will be fun, enlightening and life changing. Thinking about HR and talent will NEVER be the same again.

about roman Tschäppeler and mikael krogerusRoman Tschäppeler is a creative producer based in Biel, Switzerland. He has produced various projects, ranging from documentary films and art projects to pop music and cook books. Mikael Krogerus was a staff writer with Swiss magazine NZZ FOLIO for five years. His articles regularly appear in Neue Zürcher Zeitung, GDI Impuls and Das Magazin.

Roman and Mikael are both graduates of the Kaospilot School in Denmark, considered one of the world’s most creative business schools. Together they are co-authors of a series of bestsellers: The Decision Book, The Question Book, The Change Book and The Test Book.

Tuesday 10 nOvember 2015 1.30-4pmbaFTa

You probably hate giving presentations. You probably hate listening to them too. Why? Because most business presentations are too long, too detailed, too boring... and submerged under a blizzard of PowerPoint.

The single most important presentational tool isn’t a slideshow – it’s you! Whether you’re speaking to one person across a table, 20 people in a boardroom or 1,000 people in a ballroom, it’s all about the words you say and how you say them. Graham Davies will reveal how to face any speaking challenge and communicate with clarity, confidence and impact. You’ll learn Graham’s Bare Knuckle 5–step process to effective presenting and how to apply it to all business speaking, from large-scale presentations to one–to–one client meetings.

about Graham daviesGraham Davies has used all the experience he has gained from his time as a criminal barrister and an international speaker to develop a highly transferable presentation methodology that can be adapted to any situation. He

is the joint founder of the consultancy Straight Talking, which has a 15 year track-record in presentation coaching for a spectacular client list, including Tesco, IBM, Porsche, KPMG and UBS. Graham ensures that his clients can be as professional in their spoken communication as they are in every other aspect of their career.

Wednesday 20 January 2016 9.30am-12pmWellcOme cOllecTiOn

ThE PrESENTATioN CoACh5 STEPS To PUBLiC SPEAkiNG PErFECTioNGrAhAM DAViES



hAPPiNESS By DESiGNFiNDiNG PLEASUrE AND PUrPoSE AT workProF PAUL DoLAN

How can we make it easier to be happy? Drawing on the latest cutting-edge research, Professor Paul Dolan will reveal that it’s not just how we think but how we act that affects our happiness.

Being happy at work is important. Research shows that those who are unhappy at work are less productive, take more sick days and are poor problem solvers. Paul will explore how to create a happier working environment at this event. He’ll explain that being happy at work isn’t all about fun but about the fulfilment in what you do and crucially, the feedback you get from it. Find that unique balance of pleasure and purpose to create a truly happy workforce.

about prof paul dolanPaul Dolan is a Professor of Behavioural Science at the London School of Economics and Political Science. An internationally renowned expert on happiness, behaviour and public policy, with over 100 peer-reviewed papers, Paul conducts original research into the measurement of happiness, its causes and consequences. Previously, Paul has worked with Professor Daniel Kahneman at Princeton University.

Wednesday 20 January 2016 1.30-4pmWellcOme cOllecTiOn


It’s people that make the difference and give us the competitive advantage. At this event, Adrian Webster will take you on a journey into his world of Polar Bear Pirates where everyday people deliver extraordinary results. The Polar Bear Pirates are highly focused, successful characters, who motivate everyone around them and, just like you, they love to have fun. Their quest is to take on the Sleepwalkers, the workplace zombies who are with you in body but just going through the motions, standing out like beacons of disappointment.

Join Adrian and the Polar Bear Pirates in their mission to conquer complacency and re–awaken dormant talent. You’ll leave inspired and ready to get the best out of your team.

about adrian WebsterAdrian is recognised as one of the most entertaining and effective motivational speakers in the UK. He has a very eclectic background – riot police officer, milkman and salesman were just a few of the entries on Adrian’s CV before he moved into the I.T. industry and discovered the ability to motivate and inspire others. Drawing on his own practical experience and years of research, Adrian brings to life a whole new world of fun motivational terminology and characters that everyone can relate to.

ENGAGETAkE yoUr TEAM FroM orDiNAry To EXTrAorDiNAry!ADriAN wEBSTEr

Tuesday 26 January 2016 9.30am-12pmbaFTa


Sir Winston Churchill is widely regarded as Britain’s greatest Prime Minister and leader. His steadfast refusal to consider defeat, surrender, or a compromise peace boosted British resistance, especially during the difficult early days of World War II. Churchill was particularly noted for his speeches and radio broadcasts, which helped inspire the British people and secure victory over Nazi Germany.

Less well known is the huge impact and influence his ancestor John Churchill, Duke of Marlborough and Britain’s greatest general had on him. Churchill’s interest in his ancestor’s struggles against Louis XIV of France provided lessons from history that would prove instructive in his own duel with Adolf Hitler.

Dr David Starkey will explore what this means for modern organisations and leaders and how valuable history can be. He will argue that leaders can and should be guided by history, which judges people as they really are, not as we would like them to be.

about dr david starkeyDr David Starkey is widely regarded as one of the world’s most eminent historians. He is the UK’s leading constitutional and monarchy expert and a colourful media personality. He appears frequently on television and radio, often invited onto such programmes as BBC’s Question Time and Newsnight. His books on Elizabeth I’s early life and Henry VIII’s six wives were Sunday Times bestsellers.

Tuesday 26 January 2016 1.30-4pmbaFTa

WINSTON CHURCHILL

ThE hiSTory BEhiND BriTAiN’S GrEATEST LEADErDr DAViD STArkEy


ThE GooD PSyChoPATh’S GUiDEProF kEViN DUTToN

What is a good psychopath? And how can thinking like one help you to be the best that you can be? Professor Kevin Dutton has spent a lifetime studying psychopaths; he has discovered that good psychopaths have a number of character traits that help them to excel in business. Unlike bad psychopaths, they can dial up or down qualities such as fearlessness, focus, conscience and empathy to get the very best out of themselves – and others.

This session will explore how good psychopaths think differently and what that could mean for you. What do you really want from life? And how can you develop qualities such as charm, charisma, self-confidence and courage to get it? The Good Psychopath Manifesto gives you a unique road-map to self-fulfilment in your professional and personal life.

about prof kevin duttonProfessor Kevin Dutton is an expert on the science of social influence and is a research psychologist at the Department of Experimental Psychology, University of Oxford. He is author of Flipnosis: The Art of Split Second Persuasion, The Wisdom of Psychopaths: Lessons in Life from Saints, Spies and Serial Killers and The Good Psychopath’s Guide to Success. He is equally at home (according to Andy McNab – and he should know) on a fruit and veg stall in London’s East End as he is on an academic podium.

Tuesday 23 February 2016 9.30am-12pmWellcOme cOllecTiOn


rAzor ShArP FoCUSPEAk PErForMANCE UNDEr PrESSUrEJEFF GroUT

What makes a winner – in business or in sport? Why do some people consistently break sales targets, cross the line first or hammer the ball in the net with pinpoint accuracy? Natural talent and disciplined training are vital. But with two equally matched professionals, something else provides that extra, champion factor: the mind.

This session will explore the mental processes of winners, identifying the attitudes and approaches that enable them to achieve peak performance every time. Jeff Grout will draw on extensive first-hand experience working with sporting champions and apply his personal coaching techniques to the world of business.

about Jeff GroutJeff Grout was, until 2000, UK Managing Director of Robert Half International, the largest specialist recruitment consultancy in the world. Formerly Business Manager to Sir Clive Woodward from 2002-2006, Jeff is now an independent business consultant, speaker and coach specialising in leadership, people management, team building and peak performance. He holds a number of corporate advisory and executive coaching appointments and is also a successful business author.

Tuesday 23 February 20161.30-4pmWellcOme cOllecTiOn


CONF

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We’re told that confidence is the magic ingredient for success but is it really that simple? World-renowned personality expert Professor Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic will explain the complicated truth about confidence and demonstrate why introverts may have an advantage.

Based on 10 years of global study, Tomas will reveal that high confidence can actually make us less likeable, less employable, and less successful in the long run. He will reveal the benefits of low confidence (including being more motivated and self-aware) and teach us how to get ahead at work while also feeling better emotionally and physically. This game-changing exploration of how to build success will change the way you think about achievement.

about prof Tomas chamorro-premuzicTomas Chamorro-Premuzic is an international authority in psychological profiling and talent management. He is a Professor of Business Psychology at University College London, Vice President of Research and Innovation at Hogan Assessments, visiting Professor at Columbia University, and has previously taught at New York University and the London School of Economics. Tomas has published 7 books and over 100 scientific papers, making him one of the most prolific social scientists of his generation.

Tuesday 8 march 20169.30am-12pmThe cOmedy sTOre


Stories have a unique power – they stimulate our imaginations, tap into our emotions and create meaningful personal connections in a way that hard facts can’t. That’s why great leaders are great storytellers! They bring their message to life and inspire action by completely involving their teams in their ‘story’.

At this event, David Pearl will show how powerful business storytelling can be. Become a compelling communicator and an engaging storyteller, no matter how dull the content. Open your eyes to a new way of communicating that will motivate your colleagues, charm those around you and inspire others to believe in your vision.

about david pearlDavid Pearl bridges the business and art worlds by drawing on two decades of performing, writing, directing, broadcasting and opera singing. His unique techniques unlock potential, streamline business and re-energise the workplace. David co-founded the ground-breaking events company Lively Arts before setting up and leading Pearl Group. Author of Will There Be Donuts and How to Wow, David is a creative advisor to many of the world’s leading organisations.

Tuesday 8 march 20161.30-4pmThe cOmedy sTOre

PrESENT wiTh PASSioN AND PUrPoSEDAViD PEArL

SToryTELLiNG


ThE FASTEST MBA ProGrAMME iN ThE worLDJohN kNELL AND riChArD rEEVES

Business success is always hard earned, but The 80 Minute MBA proves that the journey there can be fast and fun. Think of The 80 Minute MBA as your reduced Shakespeare for business – John Knell and Richard Reeves have sorted the great business ideas and key insights from the rest, so you don’t have to.

This entertaining, high-energy, high-impact presentation will make you think differently about business, and about how to get ahead. All in less time than it takes to run a meeting. Make sure you escape one to attend!

about John knell and richard reevesJohn Knell is one of the UK’s leading thinkers on the changing face of work and organisations. John has worked with a wide range of corporate clients, including Microsoft, Astra Zeneca, Eversheds, Lloyds TSB, Siemens and UNICEF.

Richard Reeves is a strategy consultant, policy-maker and writer. Before his move to the US, he worked as director of strategy to the UK’s Deputy Prime Minister and taught on the Senior Executive Programme and MBA Programme at London Business School.

Tuesday 12 april 20169.30am-12pmWellcOme cOllecTiOn

hELP yoUr BEST PEoPLE CLiMB To ThE ToP riChArD rEEVES

The key to business success lies not only in finding talent in the marketplace, but finding and fostering it within organisations. Talent does not always come pre-packaged with the ‘right’ qualifications, university degree or CV; companies can save time and money by finding the skills they need among existing employees.

This event will look at how we can build robust internal ladders for upward mobility, recognising that real diversity in business today does not only mean gender, race and sexuality – it means diversity in social class background too. Rather than talent scouts, you need talent ladders.

about richard reevesRichard Reeves is a strategy consultant, policy-maker and writer. He is currently a senior fellow in Economic Studies, policy director of the Centre on Children and Families, and editor-in-chief of the Social Mobility Memos blog at The Brookings Institute in Washington DC. Before his move to the US, he worked as director of strategy to the UK’s Deputy Prime Minister and taught on the Senior Executive Programme and MBA Programme at London Business School.

Tuesday 12 april 20161.30-4pmWellcOme cOllecTiOn


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The ability to create rapport with others is one of the most important skills in business. Neil Mullarkey will offer tips and tools to help you connect instantly and positively in your future encounters.

During this interactive session, Neil will use improv to show how to communicate more effectively to build credibility and win over colleagues, clients and employees. He’ll explore the power of names as the first thing that someone gives to you, as well as the importance of smiling and eye contact to establish trust, friendliness and reliability. Discover how to really listen to others, find things in common and respond to what they have to say, recognising that conversations are always opportunities for collaboration. You only get one chance at a first impression, learn how to make it a great one at this event.

about neil mullarkeyFrom co-founding the world famous improvisation group The Comedy Store Players with Mike Myers, through to numerous broadcast appearances, Neil Mullarkey has worked with some of the most talented names in comedy, film and television. Neil has an enviable reputation for creating a warm and affectionate rapport with his audience. He is now using his expertise to inspire people and businesses to embrace their creativity and enhance their communication skills.

Tuesday 10 may 20169.30am-12pmbaFTa

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how Sir ALF rAMSEy woN ThE worLD CUPSir GEoFF hUrST

Join us, 50 years on, as we watch dramatic highlights and relive the day that England won the World Cup for the first and only time on Saturday 30 July 1966. As wild celebrations erupted inside Wembley Stadium and people poured onto the streets, it seemed there was just one man able to remain calm. Sir Alf Ramsey, the mastermind behind the nation’s greatest-ever sporting triumph, raised a warm smile but, remarkably, kept his composure as well as his seat on the bench.

We explore 1966 and all that with hat-trick hero Sir Geoff Hurst as he recalls the leadership and management techniques of the man who won the World Cup. Sir Alf, aka ‘The General’, possessed an astute football brain, was flexible with his tactics and as a technician was well ahead of his time. His greatest talent though was his ability to bring out the best in his players. Discover how at this inspirational event with unique first-hand insights from Sir Geoff.

about sir Geoff hurstJust five months into his international career, Sir Geoff Hurst made sporting history when he became the first and, so far, the only player to score a hat-trick in the World Cup final. He won 49 caps and scored 24 goals. He played for West Ham, Stoke City and West Brom and also managed Chelsea for two years from 1979-81 before leaving football to forge a successful career in the insurance business until his retirement in 2002.

Tuesday 10 may 20161.30-4pmbaFTa

1966 AND ALL ThAT

our events usually cost £250+vat. if you and your team would like to attend lots of events, you can save money with one of our discount packages.

Discounts of up to 60%. transferable tickets: change the name of an attendee up until the last minute. full audio and video footage of past events can be accessed throughout your organisation.

Discount packages

For more information, please call 020 7600 4222 or email [email protected]

Package Credits Price Discount

big corporate 500 £50,000+vat 60%

corporate 250 £31,250+vat 50%

small corporate 100 £15,000+vat 40%

big team 50 £8,750+vat 30%

team 30 £5,625+vat 25%

small team 15 £3,000+vat 20%

* packages run for 12 months from date of purchase.

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London Business Forum, Sept 2015-May 2016