David Fitzpatrick had worked in senior roles within the construction industry for many years and was a fan of self-learning and reading all the business books available. But too much got started and never lasted or had the impact he wanted until he went to a charity dinner where an ex-rugby player, Richard Parks, spoke about climbing the seven highest peaks in the world in seven months. He decided to try something outside his skill set and abilities. Let’s cycle around the whole of the UK, 1600 miles in 16 days, which for somebody who didn’t own a bicycle, let alone think about cycling 100 miles a day for 16 days, was a tall ask. From deciding the challenge to finishing 9 months later, this talk is about what can be achieved, not just on a bike ride but in business, from setting a vision to achieving goals in whatever timescale you set and the lessons learnt that actually work!

Ever wondered how AI could help your innovation work, but felt overwhelmed by the tech-speak? You’re not alone!
Join us for a relaxed session where we’ll explore how AI tools can supercharge your innovation (and other) processes – no fancy jargon required.
Think of it as having a chat with friendly colleagues who’ve been experimenting with these tools and want to share what actually works.
What to expect:

• Real stories of AI success (and amusing failures!) in innovation projects
• Suggestions (and feedback) on practical tools you can start using tomorrow
• Plenty of time for those “silly” questions we’re all thinking about

 

Join us for an insightful webinar on ‘Achieving Peak Performance’ which focuses on giving individuals and organisations the tools to be productive as well as happy and healthy. We will delve into some of the neuroscience behind breathing and meditation and how different practices have different outcomes. You will leave the session empowered with the knowledge on which meditation will be best for you and your team to support better collaboration and negotiation, decision-making and productivity, focus and memory, calmness and sleep as well as an overall optimised you in 2025 and beyond! Bassanti Pathak is the co-founder and CEO of NeuroVeda by Pathak Yoga, an award-winning corporate wellbeing services provider specialising in neuroscience-informed programmes to optimise workforce and bottom line by reducing stress and improving productivity, focus, decision-making and overall health. Bassanti learned yoga from her Indian father at age four and has a diploma in Yoga & Naturopathy from Delhi’s International Foundation for Natural Health & Yoga. She holds a Masters from Bonn University and studied at Harvard and Clark. A former Fulbright scholar, banker and film & TV writer (she’s created a CBeebies series teaching children yogic tools to calm themselves), she knows the challenges of fast-paced industries. Bassanti is a leading voice in the yoga world, has been quoted in publications such as The Guardian and delivers expert talks within the UK and internationally.

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An innovation champions network provides the platform to amplify the impact of an innovation program by fostering peer-to-peer advocacy, accelerating cultural adoption, and driving engagement across the organisation. The champions act as catalysts for change, offering on-the-ground insights and support, which helps sustain momentum and overcome resistance to new ideas. Listen to Lauren Romo from DEFRA, share the highs and lows of this initiative and the benefits the network has brought to the organisation.

Join us for an insightful webinar focused on empowering individuals and organisations to thrive amidst increasing uncertainty through self-innovation. This session will delve into practical sciences-backed strategies and mindset shifts essential for fostering innovation at a personal level, enabling you and your team to navigate and excel in a rapidly changing environment