Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson

Widely acknowledged as Britain's greatest Paralympic athlete with 11 Gold Medals, Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson DBE has transitioned from sporting dominance to an influential role as a crossbench peer and board member.

Baroness Grey-Thompson joins us to discuss the power of diversity. By exploring how equity drives a sense of belonging, she will link her unique experiences in sport and parliament to our strategic strands: People and Place.

Dr. Nici Sweaney

Recently celebrated as one of the "Top 10 Trailblazing Entrepreneurs in AI to Follow in 2024", Dr Nici Sweaney, AI consultant and thought leader, will provide clarity on the ethical dimensions of AI in education.

Dr Sweaney will offer insights into how AI can both support and challenge inclusion, aligning these technological realities with the aims and objectives of our Place and Purpose strands.

Richard Parks

From representing his country as a Welsh rugby international to navigating the world's most hostile environments, Richard Parks brings a distinctive viewpoint to the intersection of Place and Planet.

By weaving together his insights on creating inclusive spaces where everyone belongs with the stark realities of changing climates, he provides a powerful perspective on our shared duty to protect our local communities and our global home.

Andries Pretorius

Andries Pretorius, founder of 'One Step North,' blends his background in elite rugby with business psychology to discuss professional development.

This session targets the critical skill of acting on feedback, moving toward a proactive 'feed-forward' strategy. His insights offer practical tools for performance improvement, aligning seamlessly with our People and Purpose strands.