Leadership Unlocked: Real Connections. Real Ideas. Real Impact for the Workplace

Leadership Unlocked: Real Connections. Real Ideas. Real Impact.

A Half-Day Charity Conference to Transform Your Potential

We’re excited to welcome you to Leadership Unlocked, a high-energy, half-day conference crafted for HR, OD, L&D professionals and leaders across all sectors who are ready to grow, connect, and lead with purpose.

📍 Why Rodney Parade?

This isn’t just any venue. Set in the heart of Newport, the iconic Rodney Parade is one of the oldest sports stadiums in Wales, a place built on passion, perseverance, and performance. Hosted in the stunning Bisley Suite, with panoramic pitch views and a buzzing atmosphere, this is a venue that reflects what Leadership Unlocked is all about: momentum, impact, and vision. It’s a place where great ideas come to life, and the perfect backdrop for this powerful event.

🌟 What to Expect

Leadership Unlocked isn’t about theory, it’s about real-world leadership in action. You’ll enjoy a morning of fresh thinking, powerful conversations, and meaningful connection, fuelled by breakfast, good coffee, and a shared purpose.

Best of all? Attendance is complimentary. In the spirit of giving, we invite attendees to consider a suggested donation of £10, supporting Own My Life, a brilliant charity helping women to rebuild lives, confidence, and futures in the workplace and beyond.

🔑 Keynote Speaker: Graham Norris

Organisational Psychologist | TEDx Speaker | FuturistTopic: Future-Ready Leadership: Thinking Like a Futurist

Explore how the future of leadership lies in mindset, not job titles. Graham will challenge us to shift from today’s roles to tomorrow’s skills, equipping you with bold, future-focused strategies to lead through uncertainty.

🗂️ Agenda Highlights

8:30 – 9:30 | Registration, Breakfast & Networking - Start the morning with hot coffee, a breakfast buffet, and lively networking overlooking the pitch.

9:30 – 9:45 | Opening with Emma Chandler - Topic: “Unlocking Human Potential Through Brain -Centred Leadership” Emma kicks off with a powerful call to lead with empathy, logic, and authenticity in a fast-changing world.

9:45 – 10:15 | Opening Panel: The Leadership Diary of a CEO - Where purpose meets pressure. Join our expert panel as they unpack what leadership really looks like in 2025 - where strategy, culture, and humanity collide.

10:15 – 10:45 | Keynote: Graham Norris (See above for topic details)

10:45 – 11:00 | Refresh & Recharge Break - Refill your cup, meet our sponsors, and reconnect with peers.

⚡ Power Talks: Big Ideas in Bite-Sized Sessions

Our own take on TED-style talks - fast, focused, and full of impact.

11:00 – 12:10 | Lightning Leadership Sessions:

Peta Young – People Director, Oxygen Activeplay “Grounded Leadership: Values, Vulnerability & a Little Laughter”

Honest leadership, healthy stress, and the unexpected power of laughing through the chaos.

Lucie Thomas – Director of Talent & Development, Pobl “The Leader’s Toolbox: Practical Skills for Immediate Impact”

Tools to build resilience, lead through uncertainty, and stay steady when it matters most.

Sarah-Jayne Bray – Cultural Engagement, Thames Valley Police “Unlocking Innovation: Breaking Down the Barriers”

Spot and dismantle the blockers to innovation and ignite lasting change in your teams.

12:10 – 12:30 | Closing Remarks & Final Networking

Emma Chandler wraps up with key takeaways and a collective call to action. Stay for a final coffee, last connections, and walk away inspired.

🎟️ Ready to Lead the Change?

Spaces are limited to just 50 seats, and they won’t last long.

👉 Secure your complimentary spot now and join us for a morning that matters, for your leadership, your growth, and a powerful cause.

Let’s unlock our leadership. Let’s choose to grow.