I have gone to a lot of conferences, summits and networking events over the years and I have to say the Executive Leaders Network (ELN) HR Summit was genuinely on another level.

Not only were the speakers second to none, and the topics varied across the HR spectrum; The event stood out for the genuine connections forged among speakers and attendees, who all willingly shared personal stories and challenges alongside their own insights for organisational improvement and change.

A special mention to Tasneem Bhopalwala (CIPD), Annisha Taylor (Assoc. CIPD), Heather Coker, Nicola Richardson, Nicolas Mendoza, David Edwards and Tanya Pryke-Smith who welcomed me so warmly to my first ELN summit and for the insights and stories shared.

Personally, as a younger leader it has been hard to navigate events at times not for the lack of trying or want, but have found age discrimination at the forefront of many interactions whether it be a lack of perceived experience [here I always say it is quality over quantity] or a perception I have nothing to bring to the table - it has been extremely frustrating especially when you don't know someone's personal life and struggles to have the biased assumption, but to see this group of people from across industries and seniorities be so open, engaged and wanting to connect for the future - it truly meant a lot and gave me confidence that we do have the right senior leaders in place [well for these organisations anyway]

Finally, as a big football fan, to have it hosted at Reading Football Club and enjoy the talks on the half way line - made it for an extra special event.

Natalie Quilter
HR Operational Lead at Notting Hill Genesis

#HRSummit #networking #support #diversity #inclusion #agebias #HR

I thoroughly enjoyed the network last night and the event today. I had some really good conversations with people from diverse backgrounds and also learned something new from some sponsors, and I will no doubt continue exploring collaboration opportunities with them after the event. Thank you for having me again this time and looking after me so well as always—really appreciated!

Lei Wei - CFO at Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Last week I attended the Executive Leaders Network (ELN) HR Engage Summit, and what a day it was. Insightful keynote speakers and panel discussions, hosted by Peter Dorrington on topics that are on (or at least should be) every workplaces agenda,

A few that I had the pleasure of listening to and connecting with:

Sarah Ford from Diageo sharing how they foster a culture of collaboration.

Dan Fulker from Nuffield Health & Katie Wery from Medigold Health discussing the importance of wellbeing in the workplace.

One of my favourite panels from the day (I'm a little biassed as I enjoyed an evening meal with these guys a day before, and it's a passion topic for me!) Maria Hawley FCIPD from Fisher German LLP, Heather Coker from Morgan Advanced Materials & Michael Celestin (Assoc CIPD) from Knight Frank Promise sharing their insights and discussing the importance of human leadership.

Last but not least, another favourite because of the frank (much needed) conversations around inclusion and belonging with Tasneem Bhopalwala (CIPD) from Oxford University Press, Zakaria Milad from Just Eat Takeaway.com, Annisha Taylor (Assoc. CIPD) from BBC and Sarah Hayes - Chartered(FCIPD) from Securitas Technology UK

It's always great to connect with people who share the same drive and passion for change, learning, and growth.

#humanleadership #hrnetworking #2024workplacetrends #inclusionmatters #peoplefirstculture #networkingevent

Iyna Butt
People & Culture Director at Office Principles