You're building a resilient business—but are you?

This day-long workshop is designed intentionally with male Founders and Managing Directors to address the emotional and practical challenges of business leadership in uncertain times.

Combining thought-provoking discussions, practical tools, and networking opportunities, this event will equip you to lead your business with confidence, resilience, and emotional intelligence.

Why Attend?

Practical Insights: Discover actionable strategies to enhance resilience and lead effectively.
Real-World Stories: Learn from the journeys of experienced MDs and industry leaders.
Genuine Connections: Build meaningful relationships through unique networking formats.
Emotional Intelligence: Unlock the power of emotions as data for smarter leadership decisions.
Support a Cause: Proceeds benefit Andy’s Man Club, a vital organisation for men’s mental health who are seeking to set up a branch in Swindon.

Date: 18th March 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Gel Studios, Swindon
Price: £99 Early Bird | £149 Full Price
Proceeds: Supporting Andy’s Man Club.

Event Agenda

9:00AM - Arrivals & Check In

9:30 AM – Get Connected
Kick start the day with The Culturevators’ daringly different networking format.
Explore The Emotional Culture Deck to build meaningful connections and set the tone for candid conversations.
10:30 AM – To Be or Not to Be Vulnerable?
A provocative conversation hosted by Sarah Dena from The Culturevators, featuring Graeme Leighfield, Founder of Gel Studios and Peter Mols, Founder of Outside-Ideas.
Discover their different perspectives on vulnerability in leadership, their choices, and the impact on their businesses.
This first 30 minutes will be recorded as a podcast, with live audience interaction via Mentimeter and polls, before we open for Q&A.
11:30 AM – Emotions as Data: Unlocking Leadership Insights
A hands-on session using The Emotional Culture Deck to reveal how understanding emotions can drive better leadership decisions.
Tailored for both client and Founder perspectives, this session highlights the commercial and relational value of emotional awareness.
12:30 PM – Lunch and Beautiful Questions
Enjoy a catered lunch while engaging in thought-provoking conversations using "Beautiful Questions" from The Emotional Culture Deck.
Deepen your connections and spark fresh perspectives.
1:15 PM – Mental Health and Resilience with David Beeney
A transformative 90-minute session led by David Beeney.
Learn strategies for maintaining personal resilience and supporting mental health in leadership roles.
Gain practical insights to navigate the emotional challenges of running a business.
2:45 PM – Resilient Leadership in Action
A 30-minute facilitated discussion tying together the day’s themes.
Hosted by Sarah, this session leverages insights from the day from all speakers & attendees to inspire actionable next steps.
3:15 PM – Closing Reflections and Next Steps
A wrap-up of the key lessons learned, with final thoughts and opportunities for ongoing conversations.

Host or Publisher The Culturevators