The Great British Work Disconnect

Schedule

Tue Nov 18 2025 at 01:00 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

The Shard | London, EN

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About this Event

In partnership with the Institute of Directors, Gallup invites you to an exclusive executive briefing and networking event.

This event will explore the state of employee engagement in the UK and how board-level leadership can catalyse cultural transformation and performance.

The Challenge

Despite increased investment in workplace well-being and flexibility, employee engagement in the UK remains alarmingly low—just 10%, according to Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace report. The UK now ranks among the lowest in Europe for workplace engagement.

The consequences are not just cultural—they are commercial. Gallup estimates that the cost of employee disengagement to the UK economy is £366.9 billion in lost productivity annually. In an era defined by economic uncertainty, talent shortages, and shifting workplace expectations, leaders cannot afford to overlook culture as a business imperative.

The Opportunity

The data is clear: when leaders create a culture where people are engaged and thriving, organisations see measurable gains in retention, performance, and profitability. Culture is no longer just an HR concern—it is a boardroom priority.

In this interactive session, Gallup experts will equip you with the insights, tools, and practical frameworks to lead workplace transformation from the top.

Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for board directors, C-suite leaders, chairs, non-executive directors, and senior HR and transformation leaders seeking actionable insights into workforce strategy, culture, and performance.

Event Highlights

  • Gain exclusive access to Gallup's latest global and UK workplace data
  • Understand how to measure engagement and performance using Gallup’s Q12® framework
  • Experience a practical exercise to assess your own culture—and where to take it next
  • Discover the science of Strengths-Based Leadership, and how to unlock discretionary effort
  • Connect with fellow directors over lunch and post-event networking, all hosted on the 18th floor of The Shard

Agenda

🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Arrival, Lunch & Networking
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Opening Remarks
🕑: 02:15 PM - 03:00 PM
Keynote Address & Culture Audit
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Unlocking Human Potential Discussion
🕑: 03:30 PM - 03:40 PM
Closing Remarks
🕑: 03:40 PM - 04:30 PM
Coffee, Networking & Executive Conversations
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Where is it happening?

The Shard, 32 London Bridge Street, London, United Kingdom

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Tickets

GBP 19.96

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