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Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceBeyond Broadcast: How Internal Communication Shapes Organisational CultureIn this insightful episode we meet Natasha Liedl-McDowal, Senior Manager Internal Communications at London Stock Exchange, where she dives into the transformative power of internal communications as a cornerstone of organisational culture. Join industry leaders as they discuss how to move beyond traditional top-down messaging and foster authentic, two-way conversations that truly engage employees at every level. Discover practical strategies for embedding company values into daily interactions, creative storytelling techniques to celebrate achievements, and ways to ensure your communications resonate across diverse teams. Whether you’re looking to boost morale, strengthen connections, or make culture a living part of yo...2025-05-1918 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceConnecting the Front Line: How Wincanton Engages 20,000 Colleagues Across the UKIn this episode, we sit down with Jonathon Pinch, Head of Internal Communications and Employee Engagement at Wincanton, the UK’s leading supply chain partner supporting everything from supermarket shelves to major infrastructure projects. Jonathon shares the unique challenges and creative solutions involved in engaging Wincanton’s 20,000-strong workforce-75% of whom are on the front line, often with limited access to technology. He offers a preview of his upcoming panel at the Employee Engagement Summit, where he’ll discuss remote working, the tools and content that keep colleagues connected, and practical ideas for reaching every audience group-from digitally disconnected driver...2025-05-1915 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceEmbedding Culture for the Long Haul: Strategies to Sustain and Measure Lasting Change with Rebecca MoranIn this episode, Rebecca Moran, Head of HR at Chatham House explores why culture can’t stand still-and how organisations can embed meaningful cultural change that lasts.Tune in to hear practical strategies for making culture a core part of your company’s identity, not just a passing initiative. Rebecca touches on how to sustain cultural integrity during mergers, leadership transitions, and periods of rapid growth and innovative ways to measure the true impact of culture-going beyond traditional engagement surveys to capture what really matters.2025-05-1325 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceCulture Catalysts: How Passion, Feedback, and Engagement Drive Organisational TransformationIn this episode we dive deep into the power of organisational culture with Gillian Green, Global Senior Manager People Experience & Culture at SSP Group plc where she highlights why it’s the heartbeat of every high-performing business. Join us to explore what fuels our passion for building strong, positive cultures, the proven methods for shaping and evolving your workplace culture and the vital role of feedback in creating and sustaining high performance.2025-05-0817 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceBeyond Mental Health: Building Your Personal Wellbeing ToolboxIn our latest episode we meet with Ross Marshall, Wellbeing, Reward and Recognition Lead at London Borough of Havering, a passionate advocate for a holistic approach to wellbeing. Ahead of his appearance at our upcoming Employee Engagement Summit, Ross shares a preview of his session, where he’ll explore what wellbeing truly means—beyond the often narrow focus on mental health. He’ll discuss the importance of seeing wellbeing as a multi-faceted concept and how individuals can build a personalised wellbeing toolbox to support their own health and happiness. 2025-05-0630 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceRethinking Workplace Wellbeing: From Stress to Self-CareIn this episode, we’re joined by Sean Tolram, Head of Mindfulness at HSBC, who shares insights into his role and gives us a sneak peek into his upcoming talk at the Employee Engagement Summit. Sean will be exploring how to create a brain-friendly workplace—a space where individuals can thrive, think clearly, and feel genuinely supported. He’ll unpack key themes such as the impact of stress and multitasking on performance, how to counteract our brain’s natural negativity bias, and the importance of embedding self-compassion and self-care into workplace culture.2025-04-2827 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceFrom Outdated to Outstanding: Transforming NHS CommunicationsIn our latest episode we meet with Matt Cooper, Head of Digital Communications at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust as he talks about how they transformed their staff engagement with the launch of Kingsweb, a cutting-edge intranet platform. Matt shares the journey of creating a mobile-accessible, user-friendly platform that has revolutionised communication and collaboration across the Trust.2025-03-2722 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellencePulse Check: Decoding Workplace Culture in the Modern EraIn today’s episode our Guest Host Christina Lewis is a speaker, trainer and career coach, specialising in employee engagement and gender equity and is currently heading up Operations at Bolt. Christina sits down with Nick Holmes, Vice President of Learning & Culture at Avalere Health and dives deep into the heart of organisational dynamics, addressing crucial questions that shape our professional lives. Kicking off by tackling the age-old debate: Can culture truly be measured? Nick discusses shifts to a global perspective, examining current trends, pet peeves, and victories in how people feel about work worldwide. Offering practical advice for or...2025-03-0642 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceThriving at Work: Balancing Expectations, Wellness, and Productivity with Jackie DacanayIn this episode, our guest host, Cathy Brown, sits down with Jackie Dacanay to explore the critical factors that influence employee wellness and efficiency in the modern workplace. They discuss how excessive workloads and unrealistic deadlines contribute to stress, burnout, and reduced productivity, while balanced expectations support employee wellness and efficiency. The conversation delves into the importance of flexible work hours, remote work, and understanding personal commitments in promoting employee well-being, contrasting these with the mental and physical strain caused by rigid schedules. Cathy and Jackie also highlight the impact of transparent and consistent communication regarding job...2024-12-0331 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceThe Influence of Managers on Motivating Their TeamsIn this episode, we explore the crucial role managers play in building a motivated and engaged workforce. Drawing insights from The Business of Motivation, we delve into how organisations can empower managers to lead effectively by investing in the right training programmes and tools. We also address the challenges of difficult conversations and the importance of promoting inclusion to create a supportive environment. Discover why developing better managers is a transformative strategy for unlocking your team’s full potential and driving sustainable success.2024-12-0233 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceEngagement vs. Burnout: What Companies Keep Getting Wrong—and How to Fix It with Stavy PapasotiriouIn this episode, our guest host Anaïs welcomes Stavy Papasotiriou to explore one of today’s most critical workplace challenges: employee engagement. Despite companies worldwide investing heavily in benefits and perks to boost engagement, global engagement levels remain disappointingly low. So, what are organisations missing? Anaïs and Stavy examine why traditional approaches often fall flat, discussing how HR departments may be misinterpreting engagement and relying on superficial benefits instead of addressing core psychological needs. Drawing from organisational psychology, they define what true engagement looks like—and how it differs from mere job satisfaction. The co...2024-11-0539 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceBeyond the Top-Down: Rethinking Employee Engagement from the Ground Up with Christos MalliarosIn this episode, our guest host, Anaïs Nebel sits down with Director of Self in Progress, Chris Malliaros, to delve into the ongoing challenge of employee disengagement, with only 23% of employees globally feeling genuinely connected to their work. They examine why traditional top-down approaches to engagement often fall short, creating a disconnect between organisational aspirations and the reality of employees' lived experiences. Chris highlights how many organisations focus on “culture fit” rather than empowering employees to co-create culture, leading to an engagement gap that can undermine workplace morale and motivation. Chris introduces a pioneering, holistic framework for engagement that...2024-10-3136 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceThe Business of Motivation with MerckIn this episode, we explore The Business of Motivation and what drives today’s workforce. Our guests, Jess Holt from Forty1’s Behavioural Science division and Cesar Garcia, Executive Director of Global Communications at Merck (known as MSD outside the US and Canada), share insights with host Richelle Feigin from a comprehensive study of over 2,600 participants across the UK and US. We discuss key findings such as the importance of motivation and its impact on business performance, alongside the five motivational archetypes that shape employee engagement. Jess guides us through the strategic levers that organisations can...2024-10-2325 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceFlattening the Hierarchy: Navigating the Shift to Flat Organisations with Lucy Rowell In this episode, Lucy delves into the growing trend of organisations transitioning from traditional hierarchical structures to flatter, more agile models. She explores the core reasons driving this shift, focusing on creating clarity around the "why"—why companies are embracing this change and how it aligns with long-term goals. Lucy discusses the importance of understanding where your organisation currently stands and identifying areas that need radical transformation versus those that require more gradual shifts. She also highlights how to communicate effectively during this transition, emphasising the value of open channels and continual feedback loops to keep everyone aligned and en...2024-10-0730 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceThe Impact of Wellbeing Programmes on Your Employees with Wendy MurphyIn this episode our guest host Cathy Brown is joined by Wendy Murphy, VP of Corporate Communications at Exinity to discuss: - Why did Exinity decide to invest in their wellbeing offering? - How did they decide what to prioritise? - What has the impact been on colleagues? - Have you seen any other impact that you weren’t expecting? - Do you have anything else in the pipeline? Wendy Murphy would like to make a special mention to those involved in the wellbeing initiatives: Lex Webster > https://www.linkedin.com/in/lex-webster/ Olga Rybalkina And the fabulous team wo...2024-09-2730 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceEmpowering Employee Voices: Building Successful ERGs and Overcoming Challenges with Christina LewisIn this episode our guest host Cathy Brown is joined by Christina Lewis, Head Of Global Rider Experience and Partnerships at Deliveroo to discuss: What is an Employee Resource Group, or an ERG and why do you have an ERG? What was it that encouraged you personally to get involved in an ERG? What makes an engaged and successfully employee-led ERG? How can they be set up for success? In your view, what are the barriers to ERG’s to being able to make a significant impact? What kind of initiatives has your ERG been able to introduce? Ma...2024-09-1934 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceCareer Compass: Navigating Nonlinear Paths and Cross-Cultural Workplaces with Alyssa JafferIn this episode our guest host Cathy Brown is joined by Alyssa Jaffer, Senior Global Communications Manager at Deliveroo to discuss: - Navigating a nonlinear career - Moving from the US to the UK and adjusting to a different work culture, as an expat/immigrant - Finding professional fulfilment, outside of your remit - Supporting your team through confidence crises and self-doubt - Leading with empathy - What people teams can do to boost employee engagement/support disengaged employees 2024-09-1226 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceStrategic Communication: Shaping Culture, Building Brands, and Inspiring InfluenceJoin this episode to hear from our host Cathy Brown and Chris Lees, Director, Go to Market at Liberty Global, as they discuss the role of internal communications and how to inspire others. 2024-08-2925 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceThe Employee Experience Revolution: Elevating People Management and EngagementJoin this episode of the Employee Engagement Examples of Excellence, as we are joined by our host Cathy Brown and Georgina Reeves-Saad, Employee Engagement and Experience Specialist at the British Council, as they discuss: - Defining what employee engagement actually means - The ethical and human impact of AI, orgs needing to think about policies/guidelines for how it can be used and not abused. - Ways of working – more than just working at home but how to organise how we work differently. Leadership resistance to change. - People management – should orga...2024-08-2933 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceLipsy London: Empowering Employees Through WellbeingAfter being ranked one of the best speakers at the Employee Engagement Summit, Anaïs returns for our latest podcast episode to delve deeper into Lipsy London’s recent wellbeing initiative that empowered employees through self-confidence. Our host Jo Moffatt, Advisory Board Member at Engage for Success and Director at Woodreed, asks Anaïs to share: The key drivers that led to Lipsy London taking action to add self-empowerment to their wellbeing strategy Why Lipsy London decided to run with the photoshoot initiative How the team set up the 4-day even...2024-08-1634 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceEngagement in the Eye of the StormWhen times are tough, the need for brilliant employee engagement is more important than ever. So how do you keep focused on that when you’re the focus of public scrutiny and in the eye of the media storm? In this discussion we’ll explore the impact of media coverage on colleague engagement, how Severn Trent have navigated these challenges and advice for leading a workforce through turbulent times which are out of your control. 2024-05-2013 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceHarnessing Employee-Driven Engagement How do volunteer lead employee resource groups help support your company culture & employee proposition goals? In a time where resources are increasingly tight and understanding the experiences of underrepresented groups is imperative- ERG’s may be the employee engagement resource you didn’t realise you needed. Hear from Christina Lewis, Deliveroo’s Gender Equity ERG lead and award-winning ‘WiHTL Woman To Watch 2024’ on how ERG groups can boost company culture & employee engagement, drive impact for underrepresented groups, give grassroot insight, as well as the pitfalls to avoid. 2024-05-2019 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceThe Importance of Senior Leadership DevelopmentIn this episode, our guest host Cathy Brown, Co-Founder of Handley Studios, was joined by our guest Judith Germain, FCIPD, MBA, PgDip, the Leading Authority on Maverick Leadership. Together, they discussed all things leadership, exploring questions such as: - How do you engage senior employees? - Why is senior leadership development important? - What skills do senior leaders need now? - Why should leaders be clear on what they stand for? - Why is being influential more important now than ever? - What culture...2024-05-0230 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceThe Power of Feedback: Supporting Success in Your WorkforceThe people in your organisation are your most powerful asset, but is your team able to reach their full potential? Are individuals telling each other what they need to hear, or are they avoiding difficult conversations? Do they feel truly supported in their roles? In this podcast, OneAdvanced Chief People Officer Katie Obi discusses how to unlock high performance by facilitating top level feedback. She draws on the learnings of her career, which has seen her hold the roles of Chief People Officer at tech start-up Beamery, and Chief People and Transformation Officer at leading SAP consulting...2024-03-2734 min

Employee Engagement Examples of Excellence2024: What’s next for IC and EX?This episode features an interview with Carolyn Clark, VP of Employee Experience Strategy at Simpplr. Carolyn is a seasoned leader and expert in all facets of communication; from producing broadcast news, to consumer and product public relations, media relations and corporate communications. With experience at major tech companies such as Yahoo, Pandora, GoDaddy and Opendoor, Carolyn has led countless transitions, navigated more crises than she can count, and shepherded thousands of employees through complex acquisitions and integrations. At Simpplr, Carolyn drives innovation and reimagining how employee communication is delivered in today's world In this...2024-02-2131 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceFostering Connection in a Frontline under Pressure: Fireside Chat with May Holloway, Head of Internal Communications at British Transport PoliceBlue Light organisations are facing unprecedented demand, widespread strikes and uniquely challenging recruitment and retention challenges. This is in addition to being a disparate workforce often viewed as ‘cynical’ or less inclined to trust corporate communications. Focusing on employee listening and employee experience has never felt more urgent and necessary. At the 2023 Future of Work Conference, May Holloway, Head of Internal Communications at British Transport Police explains how amidst a challenging backdrop, they bucked the trend of disengagement in the public sector - achieving increased channel engagement across all channels – most beating industry and public sector benchmarks – response...2023-12-1329 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceBuilding Connections that Really Matter: A Fireside Chat with Chris Lees, Senior Manager, Brand & Communications at Liberty GlobalAs we become more reliant on technology to bridge the communication gap between our people, leadership and customers, this conversation looks at the impact this is having in the workplace, and why it’s more important than ever to build connections that really matter. At the 2023 Future of Work Conference, Chris Lees, Senior Manager , Brand & Communications at Liberty Global touched on his experience across internal communications and employee engagement, as well as the role brand plays in creating a unified workplace culture of the future. 2023-11-0715 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceCreating Conditions For High Performance: Fireside Chat with Hayley Mann, People Director at Formula EFrom the 2023 Future of Work Conference, hear Hayley’s career journey through Hospitality, Retail, FMCG, and latterly in Sport. The challenges, the best bits and what draws them all together, creating conditions for people to be successful in work. Finding her place in small medium size businesses, with lean resource and budgets, Hayley looked at the lessons she’s learned as a People leader, the challenges and proudest impact moments, alongside what the future could hold and how we can start laying the foundations. 2023-11-0719 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceCreating a Unified Workplace Culture: A Fireside Chat with Sam Bleazard, Employee Engagement Lead at Fortnum & MasonListen to this 30-minute fireside chat from the 2023 Future of Work Conference as Jo Moffatt interviewed Fortnum & Mason’s Sam Bleazard, on how you can take steps to start creating a more unified workplace culture. Looking at authentic human storytelling and the employee experience in a post pandemic world - how do you develop your Employer Brand to build pride, retain your people but also attract new talent? As a focus on storytelling and fast-moving content sharpened significantly during the pandemic, Jo and Sam discussed what this now means for communications professionals. What’s th...2023-11-0729 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceThe Key Forces Shaping the Future of WorkAt the 2023 Future of Work conference David Macleod OBE, C-Chair at Engage for Success outlined the key forces shaping the nature of work - the external pressures increasingly bearing down on organisations and changing employee expectations of work. He outlined the four key enablers of high levels of employee engagement which will help organisations to cope with, and indeed capitalise on, these forces. Success in the future will require organisations to give much greater priority to employee engagement and people issues. Organisations will need to integrate far more closely their ‘hard’ impersonal strategic priorities with thei...2023-11-0721 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceHuman Design's Influence on Your CareerIn this interesting podcast episode, our host and CX industry specialist Dave D'Arcy is joined by Keynote Speaker, Future of Work & Human Design Consultant, Lena Thompson. Together they delved deeper into the importance of culture in the work environment and how to approach different human design types. They discussed: How can organisations foster a culture of innovation and adaptability in a rapidly changing work environment? What is spirituality, and why is it important in an organisation? What is Human Design, and how can it be a tool for self-discovery and personal development? How...2023-09-2928 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceMental Health & Wellbeing: How Your Job Can Affect YouTrigger Warning: This podcast episode discusses some experiences with suicide, self-harm and violence. In this eye-opening podcast episode, our host and CX Industry expert, Dave D' Arcy is joined by Co-Founder of Rise of Happiness and ex-police officer, Rob Hosking. Together they discussed the importance for caring and paying attention to your employees' mental health, regardless of the field you work in. The topics included: • The lack of support you get as a police officer amid the sheer amount of trauma that you witness. (Interesting fact: During their careers, each police of...2023-09-1833 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceClimbing the Career Ladder: Your Guide to Leveling UpToday our podcast host and CX industry expert, Dave D’Arcy is joined by executive career coach Maya Grossman. Maya shares her tips and tricks on how to level up your career, she discusses: • Why is it so hard to break into leadership roles? • What are the main obstacles that hold people back? • How can ambitious professionals start tackling those challenges? • What is something that our listeners can start doing today to break into executive roles? • You hear the term "executive presence" a lot. What does it actually mea...2023-08-2927 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceAI: Friend or Foe?In this Podcast Dave D'Arcy catches up with Fiona Passantino discussing the effect AI has on the workplace of today and the future. Fiona delves deeper into explaining what AI is and how to understand it, as revelations have shown that many people don't fully understand it. 2023-07-1029 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceHow to Get Men Talking About the Things They Don’t Want to Talk AboutIn our latest podcast episode, our Guest Editor Nicholas Brice had the pleasure of sitting down with Serenity in Leadership’s Thom Dennis. Listen now and uncover Thom’s thoughts on: • How we can get men talking about the things they don’t want to talk about. • Why Purpose Beyond Profit is so important. • Whether CQ (cultural intelligence) could be the new EQ. • Why we should focus on the majority and what they call “normal”. • How to crack the code to create a healthy bus...2023-05-3030 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceA More Equitable Future: Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in the UK WorkplaceDuring this session, we will be sharing some of our most recently commissioned YouGov data on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the UK workplace. Alongside the data, we will be exploring ways in which we can mitigate bias and remove barriers to meaningful employment. 2023-05-1820 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceTop 5 Trends Engaging Employees in 2023At the 2023 Employee Engagement Summit Dave Nixon, Employee Experience Expert at LumApps shared very fascinating information on the 5 trends within the industry at the moment that could change the way you engage employees!2023-05-1632 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceMainstreaming Achieving Pay Equity through Pay Transparency : Heart to Heart with Zara Nanu MBE, CEO & Founder of GapsquareAlthough pay equity legislation has existed for over 50 years both in the UK and the US, inequities still exist. One way to address gaps in both pay and perception is by creating transparency frameworks. These initiatives are driven by new legal requirements requiring companies across the US and Europe to disclose pay ranges when they advertise new roles, as well as the development of tech platforms that allow employees to anonymously discuss pay (For example, Glassdoor & BuiltIn). Join this talk to hear more about the links between pay equity and pay transparency, and learn ways to reduce risk, improve...2023-05-1617 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceLeading with Purpose, Fuelling Leadership Impact: A Fireside Chat with Sonia Gupta, Global Head Leadership Development at Diageo“Your leadership purpose is who you are and what makes you distinctive. Its not what you do, it is how you do your job and why” (Craig &Snook) There is a clear business case that where employees feel they can bring their whole selves to work and live their personal purpose, they are more engaged, committed and impactful and this is ever growing, as we reset our ways of working and values post COVID. Our personal leadership purpose is the key to enabling us all to authentically navigate our ever...2023-05-1614 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceThe Power of Purpose: How John Lewis Partnership and Given Re-Energised 74,000 Partners Around a Shared PurposePurpose must drive your employee engagement and be truly embedded throughout your culture if you want to meaningfully and authentically engage your talent. Hear how 74,000 partners were put at the heart of developing and embedding John Lewis Partnership's renewed purpose and the benefits it unlocked for attracting, retaining and motivating talent. Speakers: Becky Willan & Becky Wollam 2023-05-1625 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceDeveloping Culture and Climate at CNWL: A Fireside Chat with Charlotte Bailey, Chief People Officer at Central North West London NHSSCARF stands for Safe, Compassionate, Accountable, Reflective and Fair and it’s the name of our Culture and Climate programme here at Central North West London. During the session I will talk about why and how we developed and implemented the work on SCARF and our ongoing journey. The session will detail some of the specific changes and the impacts that they have had across the organisation, on our culture and on staff experience. The session will major on why a focus on company culture and climate is at the heart of staff experience, staff engagement and staff retention. Fo...2023-05-1618 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceEnabling Employees to Thrive Through Effective Communication, Learning and OperationsSpecsavers, the world-leading opticians, are famous for their impressive workplace culture. Their success is not driven by management alone - but by frontline employees; the heart of Specsavers' business operations. Over 70% of Specsavers' employees (at 470 stores and six support offices) across Northern Europe regularly engage with digital communications, operations, learning initiatives and workplace socials. This statistic bucks industry trends for both frontline workers and the retail sector. Join our presentation to learn how Specsavers empowered their employees to engage with company activities on their own terms; via their workplace app, GreenPoint. Speaker: Tiina Masar Binder, Specsavers 2023-05-1619 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceFuture-Proofing Your Workforce: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve in the Digital Skills LandscapeThe digital skills landscape is rapidly evolving, and businesses need to stay ahead of the curve to future-proof their workforce. During this session, Frances Quirke will discuss several strategies that organizations can implement to upskill their employees to ensure they have the necessary digital skills for the future and for the organization to remain competitive. 2023-05-1620 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellencePanel Discussion: Creating a People-Centric OrganisationPeople-centric organisations have both employees and customers at their heart. Those organisations who put their people at the forefront of everything they do see their employees as valued partners who choose to contribute their time and talents to benefit the organisation, fueling viability in a competitive market. Those in attendance at today's conference will play a huge part in creating a culture with people at the heart, so don't miss out on this panel discussion where you'll be witness to practical tips and real-life examples of how to embrace a people-centric culture. Speakers: Natalie Spencer, Elise Sallis, & Sacha Harvey...2023-05-1619 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceIt’s Not the Splash You Remember, It’s Definitely the DiveIf anyone knows how to create a winning culture that encourages high performance, how to gain leadership buy-in and how to navigate the toughest of circumstances in order to succeed, it’s England Lioness Legend, Queen of the Jungle and Soccer Aid Captain Jill Scott. Jill is excited to inspire you with an opening keynote themed around resilience, mindset, goal setting, individual journeys, being the best you can be, being a team player and important lessons that can drive you to become a truly people-centric, high-performing organisation. 2023-05-1621 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceCelebrating Individuality to Create a Sense of BelongingNikki Humphrey, Chief People Officer at Virgin Group, will discuss how companies can foster a true sense of belonging for employees. Virgin Group is driven by its united purpose: changing business for good. Nikki will explain why and how putting purpose at the heart of everything Virgin Group does leads to ground-breaking results for its people, and the way that this unites employees worldwide. This approach includes embedding three traits - Be Brave, Be Human, and Be Visionary - as part of the company’s Purpose and Vision strategy. During her presentation Nikki will focus on the trait “Be Huma...2023-05-1620 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceCultural Intelligence and the Third Culture Concept During this thought-provoking podcast, Nick Brice, CEO at Soul Corporations, and Lynn Erasmus, founder of SYMBL CIC (Social Young and Multinational Business Leaders CIC) social enterprise, delve into the transformative power of curiosity. By cultivating this skill on a daily basis, they explain how we can become more innovative, productive, and adaptable. They also explore the concept of belonging and offer insights on how to create unity and inclusion for marginalised individuals through the Third Culture Individual concept. Additionally, the podcast sheds light on how we perceive uncertainty and the role of fear...2023-04-2833 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceCreating an Inclusive CultureIn this captivating podcast, Nick Brice, CEO at Soul Corporations, and Joanne Lockwood, Inclusive Culture Expert at See Change Happen, delve into the topic of inclusive conversations, specifically focusing on how to encourage CIS Men to participate. They also discuss the importance of allyship beyond social media hashtags and shed light on why pronouns matter so much in creating a more inclusive environment. 2023-04-2831 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceHow The Body Shop Wrote a Self-love Anthem Using Employee VoicesDid you know that nearly 1 in 2 people feel more self-doubt than self-love? Partnering with the market research leader Ipsos, the cosmetics company The Body Shop conducted a survey to find out how people around the world rate their self-worth, happiness, and wellbeing. The results they discovered were shocking and heart-breaking, revealing a self-love crisis that needed to be addressed. In a podcast with the Managing Director of Woodreed Jo Moffatt, The Body Shop’s Global Internal Engagement, Campaigns and Communications Specialist Anaïs Nebel discussed the results of the Self Love Index and how the com...2022-12-0231 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceBayer Case Study: Optimise Your Internal Email StrategyWith a globally distributed and diverse workforce, communicating with employees at Bayer has proven to be increasingly difficult. While channels like email and intranet remain a constant source of news for employees, without data it’s difficult to gauge the performance of these channels. In this session you’ll learn how Bayer has used data collected with PoliteMail to better evaluate the performance of their internal email campaigns and deliver engaging content employees will read. With data and key insights from PoliteMail’s 2022 Benchmark Report & Analysis of over two billion emails you’ll learn how to best optimize...2022-10-2420 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceA Day in the Life of Internal Communications – and How it’s Changed.Fireside Chat with Nicole Dempster, Head of Internal Communication and Engagement at Financial Ombudsman Service 2022-10-2421 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceNorthumbrian Water Group Case Study: Colleagues as ConsumersThe award winning Northumbrian Water approach to health and wellbeing, Living Well, was developed in a unique way using a blend of internal marketing and human insight. Facing a critical health challenge, with a backdrop of Covid and increased demand on supply, the organisation needed to meet the wellbeing needs of a varied workforce, reaching all colleagues. Collaboration and strong partnerships between the Corporate Communications and HR function allows for people projects to achieve maximum benefit and impact. This session will share examples of how and where the professions could collaborate and provides insight in to a successful project th...2022-10-2418 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceEmpower Leaders, Maximise Stakeholder Buy-In & Secure InvestmentThe connection between the way we engage and communicate with our people and the success of the organisation is well documented, yet some leaders still don’t make this connection and place internal comms low in their priorities. Leaders who do not embrace internal comms, frankly, don't deserve to call themselves a leader. So how can comms professionals engage with their leaders and convince them to put to the top of their busy schedules an informative, engaging and exciting internal comms strategy, which makes their people feel included and encourages feedback. The presentation will give practical advice on how to i...2022-10-2417 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceGetting Chatty Patty with Five GuysFive Guys' workforce is spread across Europe, meaning a constant struggle to get key information to every team member. Five Guys relied on traditional methods of communications which meant messaging was lost and it caused confusion. ‘Chatty Patty’, their internal comms app changed all of this. Hosted by Oak Engage and built from the ground up, it allows Five Guys to communicate with their large deskless workforce quickly, recognise and reward employees and bring together training materials, rotas and payslips in one secure place. It has changed the way they work and is an essential part of the business. Join...2022-10-2420 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceHow Virgin Media O2 Supercharged its Employee EngagementIn early 2022 Virgin Media O2 announced the suspension of all roaming charges for data used by travellers in the European Union. Getting their own people involved to spread awareness of the campaign internally while explaining the new roaming rules meant introducing an internal comms programme that delivered a 25 per cent uplift in employee engagement, in just 48 hours. To find out how they achieved this join Abs and Tahni as they discuss how Virgin Media O2 mobilised its workforce to bring life to a customer facing campaign.2022-07-1119 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceCommunication in a Modern Workplace: Fireside Chat With Nicole Bearne, Internal Communications at Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One TeamThis Fireside Chat will take the form of an interview with moderator Jo Moffat, and should cover the points raised in the questions below, along with any other questions that Jo or the audience may have.The focus of the conversation will be the role of Internal Communications within a high-performance team - the eight-time Formula One World Champions, Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team. It will consider how Internal Communications can support leaders to build a cohesive team culture based on safety and trust, and ensure clear line of sight between the organisation’s goals and the role of each indi...2022-07-1120 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceAmazon Case Study: Leading Diverse Teams Through ChangeLeading complex and diverse teams through change can be daunting and difficult! In this session Cath will share two case studies from her recent career of leading change for large scale recruiting organisations at the British Army and Amazon. The contexts of both teams are very different, with one being an entirely UK based outsourced partnership which was failing, and the other being a large multi-national team in a rapid growth global organisation. However, as Cath will set out, there are consistent lessons to be learned in leading change effectively which can apply across almost all situations and teams.2022-07-1130 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceInclusion in Recruitment: A Fireside Chat with Nicola Liss, Senior Organisational Development & Inclusion Officer at ZSL 2022-07-1118 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceA Fireside Chat with Penny Mitchell, Head of Internal Communication at The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy 2022-07-1119 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceChampioning Diversity & Inclusion: Fireside Chat with Akita Somani, SVP Diversity Equity Inclusion Champion at Elavon 2022-07-1119 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceThe Importance of Diversity & Inclusion: A Fireside Chat with Paul Deemer, Head of Diversity & Inclusion at NHS Employers 2022-07-1120 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceWellbeing at Microsoft: A Fireside Chat With Chris Burton, EMEA Locations Manager at MicrosoftReflections on how we think about Wellbeing has changed over the last 2 years.Sharing the programmes and approach taken at MS eg Programmes such as Be Well & Thrive, Leadership, Story Telling, Workload management.Considering the connection between Wellbeing and Diversity & Inclusion, where a sense of belonging contributes to motivation and great work.2022-07-1117 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceCreating an Equitable Experience in a Hybrid Comms World: A Fireside Chat with Justine Stevenson, Head of Internal Communication and Employee Engagement at AQA 2022-07-1121 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceMoving from Employee Engagement to Employee Advocacy: A Fireside Chat with Danielle Jones-Hunte, Head of Employee Advocacy (Engagement) at bpEmployee voices are powerful – yet many companies are just waking up to the need to empower employees to engage with their networks about their company. Learn the ins and outs of employee advocacy as a strategy to supercharge employee engagement and increase employeer brand in this dynamic discussion. Leave the session understanding that employee voices are NOT advertisements and know why employee advocacy must meet employee needs, be authentic and be endorsed by company leadership.2022-07-1119 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceThe Role of Internal Communications in Transforming the Employee ExperienceHear from some of the industry’s experts as they discuss The role of Internal Communications in Transforming the Employee ExperienceJoining us for today’s panel, we have Nicole Bearne, Internal Communications Manager at Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, Hannah Burke, Internal Communications Director at WorldRemit and Max Puller, Head of Colleague Communications and Engagement at Tesco Bank and Carly Gibbs, Head of Guest Experience at Enjoy Work Chiswick Park!2022-07-1131 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceA Fireside Chat with Cathrin Lemoine, Internal Communications Lead at Dr. MartensEver wondered what it’s like to work for an iconic footwear brand who have been making shoes for over 70 years? Join our exclusive interview with Cathrin Lemoine, Internal Communications Lead at Dr. Martens as she tells us more about her role, recent projects, and future plans.2022-07-1120 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceA Fireside Chat with Tim Rutter, Head of Communication at Tata SteelEver wondered what it’s like to work for a company that is one of the world's most geographically diversified steel producers, with operations in 26 countries? Join our exclusive interview with Tim Rutter, Head of Communication at Tata Steel as he tells us more about his role, recent projects, and future plans.2022-07-1122 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceA Fireside Chat with John Townsend, Head of Internal Communication at UnicefEver wondered what it’s like to work for a company that works in more than 190 countries and territories to reach the most disadvantaged children and adolescents? Join our exclusive interview with John Townsend, Head of Internal Communication at Unicef as he tells us more about his role, recent projects, and future plans.2022-07-1121 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceFireside Chat with Adrienne Hoyt, Vice President, Internal Communications at CNN, WarnerMedia News & SportsEver wondered what it’s like to work for the first television channel to provide 24-hour news coverage? Join our exclusive interview with Adrienne Hoyt, Vice President, Internal Communications at CNN, WarnerMedia News & Sports as she tells us more about her role, recent projects, and future plans.2022-07-1119 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceFireside Chat with David Schmidt, Senior Manager of Human Resources at The North FaceEver wondered what it’s like to work for an innovative company with over 50 years of exploration, leading them to creating the best gear for athletes and the modern day explorer? Join our exclusive interview with David Schmidt, Senior Manager of Human Resources at The North Face as he tells us more about his role, recent projects, and future plans.2022-07-1119 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceFireside Chat with Marissa Munnings, Head of International Internal Communications at The Kraft Heinz CompanyEver wondered what it’s like to work for the third-largest food and beverage company in North America and the fifth-largest food and beverage company in the world? Join our exclusive interview with Marissa Munnings, Head of International Internal Communications at The Kraft Heinz Company as she tells us more about her role, recent projects, and future plans.2022-07-1121 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellencePanel Discussion: Creating a Diverse, Inclusive Culture in a Modern WorkplaceHear from some of the industry’s experts as they discuss Creating a diverse, inclusive culture in a modern workplace.Joining us for today’s panel, we have Shane Andrews, Diversity and Inclusion Manager and Chair of Archway at Network Rail, Hasan Reza, Head of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion at Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust, Liza Khadjinova, Diversity and Inclusion Manager at McColl's Retail Group and Ama Ocansey, Head of Diversity & Inclusion at BNP Paribas!2022-07-1131 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceFireside Chat with Putri Realita, Global Diversity and Inclusion Lead at DanoneEver wondered what it would be like working for a world leading food company on a mission to bring health through food? Join our exclusive interview with Putri Realita, Global Diversity and Inclusion Lead at Danone as she tells us more about her role, recent projects, and future plans.2022-07-1122 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceFireside Chat with Ian Adams, Director of Membership and Stakeholder Engagement at NHSEver wondered what it’s like to be working for the company on the front line of the pandemic? Join our fireside chat with Ian Adams, Director of Membership and Stakeholder Engagement at NHS as he tells us more about his role, recent projects, and future plans.2022-07-1121 min

Employee Engagement Examples of ExcellenceFireside Chat with Miguela Gonzalez, Head of Diversity and Inclusion at AbcamEver wondered what it would be like working for a company that is the leading supplier of protein research tools to life scientists? Join our exclusive interview with Miguela Gonzalez, Head of Diversity and Inclusion at Abcam as she tells us more about her role, recent projects, and future plans.2022-07-1119 min