CEO 101 Session 1 of 5 What are the key attributes of a CEO in 2024? The format: A virtual session led by Conker and two expert Exec coaches (Clare and Tom) who will share their advice on what key stakeholders are looking for in a CEO in 2024. 45 mins content + 20 mins for questions The objective: Giving […]
For 100 years we have invited inspirational speakers to our dinners to share a candid, private (Chattham House rules apply) perspective on key issues and topics we face in our society and the creative industry. For our International Women's Day dinner, and the next event in our 'Together at the Table' series, we will be joined by guest speaker Grace […]
Whether you are interested in listed, unlisted or not for profit organisations, there is nothing more valuable than hearing some top tips from experienced and successful NEDs to help you develop a strong action plan to land the right NED role for you. We are extremely fortunate to have many WACL members in the Club who are highly accomplished NEDS with […]
Please join us for breakfast at the Dorchester Hotel in their Grill restaurant where we will be joined by, and chatting to, social entrepreneur, broadcaster and independent candidate for the upcoming 2024 London mayoral election, Natalie Campbell. Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/members-only-breakfast-with-natalie-campbell-mbe-tickets-876556974507?aff=oddtdtcreator Password: 25april A bit about Natalie: Natalie Campbell MBE is an independent candidate for Mayor of London. She is also […]
More than 30 years ago, Peter Drucker, the renowned management consultant and writer, commented that “culture—no matter how defined—is singularly persistent”, summarising how even a great business strategy will fail without a company culture that encourages people to implement it. The people who deliver the plan matter, and driving the desired behaviours – by the CEO, the employees and, indeed, […]
🏴 WACL is coming back to Scotland! 🏴 After a hugely successful event in 2019 WACL is returning to Scotland to run their hugely sought after Talent Sessions female leadership event. Taking the next step in your career can be linear at a junior level, but as you reach middle or senior management, the path ahead can be much less […]
WACL Wisdom is a celebration of the rich and diverse lived experience of our members across several generations. Successfully launched last year, we are back with the next event in the series on Thursday 13th June, at Creature's Offices (12 Macklin St, WC2B 5NF). As before, we have a line-up of four fantastic leaders (some high-profile, well-known WACL’ers along with […]
For the last dinner in the ‘Together at the Table’ series, we will be joined by guest speaker Sinéad Burke. Sinéad Burke is founder and CEO of Tilting the Lens, a consultancy founded in 2020 with the ambition to create equitable and systemic change through the lever of accessibility. With an all-Disabled team based across Belfast, Berlin, Glasgow, London, and […]
The 101st WACL Annual General Meeting for WACL Ltd and Gather (Forum) Ltd will take place on Tuesday 2nd July, from 4.00pm to 6.00pm, plus optional ongoing social till 8.00pm. We are looking to deliver a hybrid AGM both in person and streaming to ensure everyone is able to take part in it. Note that it is a requirement of […]
Join Karen Stacey for her President's drinks at the Mandrake Hotel. Entrance via the Yopo Bar When: Wednesday 11th September Time: 6pm - 10:30pm Eventbrite Link Here
The next CEO 101 with Catherine Becker CEO of Companies 150 people or less. Will take place virtually on the 18th September. Catherine Becker is a successful entrepreneur and has led small businesses from startup right through to a sale to a major network. She will lead a panel to discuss their learnings and give advice on reporting to investors when everyone has real […]
You are invited to the next WACL NED talk on the 30th of September between 12:15 and 13:30 on Zoom, where we will focus on the important topic of what boards are looking for in the coming year. Whether you are looking for your first NED or trustee role, thinking about it for the future or already in a portfolio […]
