Insight to Action
How do we create the conditions for more women to succeed, progress and lead across supply chain, transport and logistics?
Join senior leaders, emerging talent and industry professionals for a day of insight, discussion and practical action focused on driving greater gender diversity across our sector. Throughout the conference, we'll explore the opportunities, challenges and solutions shaping the future of leadership, skills, talent and career progression.
The day will conclude with a collective commitment to action, empowering delegates to return to their organisations with fresh ideas, new connections and practical steps to help shape a more inclusive future for our profession.
Ideal for: Professionals working across logistics, transport, supply chain, operations, HR, learning and development, talent, diversity and inclusion, and organisational leadership
Agenda
08:30 AM - 09:15 AM
Delegate registration and networking
09:15 AM - 09:30 AM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Erin Meehan – Head of Partnerships – CILT UK
Setting the scene for the day, reflecting on the progress made across the industry and the actions still needed to support women throughout their careers.
09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
The Woman Who Changed the Rules
An inspiring leadership story from a trailblazing industry leader, sharing personal experiences, lessons learned and insights on driving change within traditionally male-dominated sectors.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Leading from the Frontline
Suzie Lockey - Northern Europe at Hilti Great Britain, Karine Bartle, Turner & Townsend
Women in operational leadership roles share their experiences and lessons learned
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Networking Break
An opportunity to connect with fellow delegates, speakers and industry peers.
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
The Rules We Need to Rewrite
Emma Osborne, Network Rail, Joanne Moore, Suntory, Fliss O'Hara, Whistl, Corie Westwood, Gist
An interactive leadership discussion exploring the realities of modern leadership
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Designing the Future
Laura Magee, Argon & Co
AI, technology and inclusive workplaces
12:45 PM - 01:45 PM
Lunch & Networking
Time to continue conversations, build new connections and share experiences with professionals from across the sector.
01:45 PM - 02:30 PM
Voices of the Next Generation
Insights from apprentices and early-career professionals
02:30 PM - 03:15 PM
The Power of Advocacy
Katie Kelly, Primark, Ellie Jewitt, Octopus Energy, Jennifer Averill-Richards, ID Logistics
Exploring mentoring, sponsorship and career development
03:15 PM - 04:00 PM
Action Café
An interactive workshop focused on practical solutions, sharing best practice and identifying actions that individuals and organisations can take to accelerate progress across the profession.
04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Who Owns Change?
A powerful discussion bringing together the key themes from the day, exploring accountability, allyship and how lasting change can be achieved across the industry.
This event has 5.5 CPD hours against:
LE1.1 Leadership, Development, Organisational Culture and Change Management
DT2.1 Technology, Automation and Innovation