• The danger of visibility without influence: how tokenism erodes trust and impact
• How women can lead with purpose, not just presence
• A call to action: designing leadership cultures that honour equity, empathy, and systemic impact

Dr Fiona Warner-Gale (Dr Fi) is an executive coach and neuroscience specialist who uses brain science to challenge bias, unlock confidence, and build cultures where women thrive and rise. This session will explore:

• Busting myths about women’s brains and leadership.
• How culture triggers threat vs. reward brain states.
• Why psychological safety fuels confidence and creativity.
• The R.I.S.E. framework and Benefit Mindset for fair, thriving organisations.

• How your moral compass can help
• A pocket sized model for turning dissonance into direction
• Micro coaching- Conversations that count

• Understanding gender-specific health issues that impact women’s career progression and leadership potential
• The importance of health-centric workplace policies
• How can female leaders prioritise tailored self-care?

• Abuse is everywhere… even in boardrooms. One in two women will experience abuse in her lifetime, and high-performing women are disproportionately targeted with coercive control: the silent, subtle, relentless dismantling of confidence, independence, and success.
• What you don’t see costs you. Abuse drains confidence, silences leadership, and costs UK businesses £14 billion a year.
• Companies can change the story. With training, pattern recognition, and financial lifelines, organisations can save talent, protect women, and strengthen their bottom line.

• What are the most common microaggressions in the workplace and who is most likely to be the active contributor to them?
• What are the most effective strategies to tackle microaggressions in the workplace?
• The impact of allyship as a tool to remove workplace bias
• Q&A

Speakers:

• Mandy Sanghera OBE International Human Rights, British Human Rights Activist, Philanthropist, Innovator and Change Maker
• Hayley Brackley, Neuroinclusion Consultant
• Marysol James, Coach, Speaker, Bestselling Author

• Defining neurodivergence and its context in a workplace
• How does neurodivergence intersect with gender, and why is it crucial to discuss the experiences of neurodivergent women in leadership roles?
• Challenging societal expectation around ‘ideal’ leadership behaviours that disadvantage neurodivergence

• Women do not need 'fixing' - but there are ways everyone could make more impact
• 3 Top Tips on demonstrating your credibility
• Call to Action: How to lift up other women as a leader

• Empowering and mentoring the next generation 
• How to be a real sponsor in the workplace 
• How to support others to address their fears, whilst dealing with imposter syndrome 
• Why it’s important to set professional boundaries in the workspace 

• What have you learned about your own leadership journey today?
• Engage in guided dialogue with peers to deepen insights
• Identify one practical next step to take forward after the conference