Chair's Introduction & Opening Remarks:

Examining the role of women across the communications sector

• Understanding why women are underrepresented in senior positions 
• Tackling the cultural and practical obstacles to leadership

CHAIR: Laurian Hubbard, Head of Engagement, Welsh Parliament; Founder & Co-President, Women in PR Cymru

The Power of Storytelling: using storytelling to overcome self-imposed barriers 

• How stories shape our identities as leaders and as individuals 
• Interrogating the stories you tell about yourself 
• Re-shaping your narratives to empower yourself to grow, achieve and inspire

SPEAKER: Susie Ramroop, Mindset Coach & Author

Preparing for success: laying the groundwork to communicate with impact 

• Structuring your meetings and preparatory work for maximum effect 
• Managing adrenaline to think clearly under pressure 
• Holding attention in a virtual environment 

SPEAKER: Cath Baxter, Professional Voice and Public Speaking Consultant & former Head of Voice, Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts

Thinking strategically: using self-awareness to drive better decision-making 

• Knowing your purpose and understanding your strengths 
• Working parents: identifying strategies to create the balance you need 
• Dreaming big: having the confidence to aim high and get up when you fall

SPEAKER: Puja Parmar, Senior Marketing Manager, Greater London Authority

Panel Discussion: 

Resilience in uncertainty: key lessons to take forward from COVID-19 

• Protecting your mental health and wellbeing in the face of adversity 
• Asking for what you need, at home and at work 
• Maintaining confidence in your abilities and worth during difficult times 

SPEAKER: Sarah Pinch, Managing Director, Pinch Point Communications

SPEAKER: Sneha Patel, Senior Advisor for External and International Affairs, Mayor of London's Office

SPEAKER: Raman Johal, Communications and Involvement Manager, NHS Coventry and Warwickshire CCG

Leading a change in culture: where do we go from here? 

• Raising the visibility of women as senior leaders in communications 
• Intersectionality at work: appreciating the impact of different characteristics in shaping one’s experience 
• You’ve got a friend in me: being an ally to others and lifting others as you climb 
• Authentic leadership: finding the courage to lead authentically 

SPEAKER: Avril Lee, Head of Healthcare Europe, 3 Monkeys Zeno; Chair, CIPR Diversity & Inclusion Network

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