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Human Centred Leadership Conference 2025: A Leadership Conference for the East Midlands Business and HR Community

May 21st 2025
Human Centred Leadership Conference 2025: A Leadership Conference for the East Midlands Business and HR Community

Date: Wednesday 28th May
Time: 9am-5pm
Location: Reach Conference Centre, Riverside Court, Derby DE24 8JN

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Event Overview:
HCLC 2025 is a must-attend leadership conference for business leaders, HR professionals, and change-makers across the East Midlands. This event promises a dynamic mix of insightful speakers, practical content, and unique networking opportunities designed to shape the future of leadership and business strategy. This is for leaders who want to put their people at the heart of their organisations. It’s time to elevate Derby and put the East Midlands on the map as a hub for forward-thinking leadership development.

Why Attend:

  • Expert Speakers from diverse industries
  • Cutting-Edge Content focused on leadership, HR, and business strategy
  • Networking Opportunities to connect with Derby’s top business leaders and HR professionals
  • Be a part of the HCLC Movement, shaping the future of business in the East Midlands

Agenda:

8:30 am – Registration
9:00 am – Welcome and Intro – Kul Mahay
9:30 am – Michael Lawrence, Business Development Executive, MDBA
9:50 am – Jo Pick, Chief People Officer, Wincanton Logistics
10:10 am – Lucy Robinson, HR Director, East Midlands Chamber of Commerce
10:30 am – Break
11:00 am – Fireside Chat with Alison Levesley, Leadership Coach and Soul Mentor, and Kul Mahay
11:30 am – Toby Kheng, Founder, Freeformers
11:50 am – Panel Discussion – Kul Mahay, Michael Lawrence, Jo Pick, Lucy Robinson, Toby Kheng, Munish Chauhan
12:20 pm – Lunch
1:20 pm – DisruptHR Birmingham – speakers from HR & L&D, hosted by Jamie Keeling, Head of Solutions at My Staff Shop. Speakers include: Dr Paul Jones, Associate Dean, Aston University Business School; Chris Robinson, L&D and Culture Manager, Octopus EV; Sara Andrews, CPO at Ecovyst; Debra Corey, and Ken Corey, co-founders of Step It Up HR
2:05 pm – Lisa Murray, Chief Inspector, Nottinghamshire Police
2:25 pm – Break
2:55 pm – Major Munish Chauhan, Surgeon and Registrar, British Army
3:15 pm – Live stream podcast Yasmine Alani, Head of Transformation, Media Zoo and Kul
4:00 pm – Audience participation quiz
4:20 pm – Alison Levesley – Guided meditation
4:40 pm – Closing – Kul Mahay
5:00pm – Ends

Networking Breaks and Interactive Sessions

Cost:
£50 + VAT

Who Should Attend:
This event is ideal for business owners, HR directors, L&D professionals, and senior leaders who are looking to drive change, improve leadership capabilities, and network with industry peers.

Booking Information:
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative event. Book your spot today!

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