"Challenging times are actually the easiest in which to effect major change – as people are expecting radical responses. We know things can’t return to ‘normal’ or business as usual; so let’s work with the opportunity for change, be brave and create longer term visions than we may have otherwise conceived within political cycles. We are forced to think about 2030 and beyond and that has rarely happened that leaders have been given permission to backcast and set agendas to meet longer term priorities."

Sarah Daly, associate director, sustainability, Turner & Townsend

“In this next phase of development for the sector, how we make decisions, develop our cultures and increase resilience will present both the biggest challenges and opportunities for leaders. At the summit I’ll be sharing fresh insights on how leaders and their executive teams interact with their boards, make decisions and develop culture."

Patrick Dunne, author - Boards - a practical perspective

“The mental, physical and emotional health and well-being of staff is a significant challenge as a result of the remote working culture experienced over the last 18 months. An opportunity lies in developing a new “lead by leading” culture of individual and collective roles and responsibilities going forward.”

Professor Geoff Thompson MBE, deputy chair, Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022