Supporting Future Leaders: Women in Leadership - an exclusive panel discussion as part of Wales Week London
Join us for an inspiring evening of discussion, insight, and networking as we delve into the challenges and opportunities facing women in leadership today.
Confirmed panelists:
- Panel: Dr Carol Bell – Board Member of Football Association Wales, Council Member of Research England, and Senior Independent Director of the National Physical Laboratory
- Sharon James-Evans - Principal of Cardiff and Vale College, oversees Wales’ largest FE college, leading over 30,000 students and 1,000 staff. With more than 30 years in education, she drives innovation, business growth, and community investment. Sharon also holds leadership roles at Wales Millennium Centre and Eastern High School and is a vocal advocate for education and women in leadership.
- Denise Lewis Poulton - corporate affairs expert and former Group Director at Orange plc, where she led communications during major corporate changes. Passionate about heritage and culture, she serves as a trustee for the National Lottery Heritage Fund and is a non-exec director at S4C. She is a champion for the arts and Welsh culture, holding key leadership positions with Welsh National Opera and Cardigan Castle.
- Facilitator: Robert Lloyd Griffiths OBE – Director of ICAEW Wales and Chair of Business Wales.
Key discussion topics:
- Overcoming challenges women face in leadership roles today
- Building pathways for the next generation of female leaders
- The role of diversity and inclusion in leadership development
- Personal insights and lessons from the journeys of our esteemed panelists
The Florence Nightingale Museum, located at the historic St Thomas’ Hospital, provides a fitting backdrop for our conversation.
Just as Florence Nightingale revolutionised nursing and broke barriers in her time, our event focuses on empowering women to overcome challenges, lead with purpose, and inspire the next generation.
This is a unique opportunity to hear from industry leaders, engage in meaningful dialogue, and connect with like-minded professionals.
Spaces are limited, and are invite only. If you’re interested in attending please get in touch using the link above.
We look forward to welcoming you on the day.
