2025 Autumn Programme of Events
Check out some of the upcoming roundtables & workshops in H2 2025
September - December 2025 Programme
25th September 2025, 10:00 AM to 13:30 PM
In a sector under constant pressure to adapt, transformation depends not just on strategy, but on people and leadership. This interactive three-hour session explores the human side of change, including why it is often resisted, how to navigate it, and how leaders can act with greater clarity, empathy, and intention to shift the odds in their favour.
We’ll also explore the role of psychological safety in driving high performance and innovation, drawing on research such as Google’s Project Aristotle. Using real-world examples and evidence-informed tools, participants will leave with practical strategies to lead change effectively and build resilient, engaged teams.
Facilitator:
Paul Stevens MBA, Change Consultant, Facilitator & Executive Coach, PJ Stevens
16th October 2025, 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
As housing providers seek sustainable growth, identifying the optimal scale for operations becomes crucial. In this roundtable, we will examine the impact of organisational size on operational efficiency, community connection, and culture, providing insights into the trade-offs of different scaling approaches. Leaders will discuss scaling models that balance local impact with operational resilience and adaptability. Ideal for executives and growth strategists, this roundtable will help participants define the “sweet spot” for their organisations, taking away actionable insights to inform strategic planning.
Speaker/s:
Alison Muir, Non-Executive Director, Newlon Trust
Jamie Ratcliff, Co-Founder, Place Base Ltd.
Mark Perry, Chief Executive, VIVID
Chair:
Mark Walker, Income Maximisation Director, Mobysoft
12th November 2025, 10:00 AM to 13:30 PM
Burnout is eroding performance, and many teams are trapped in survival mode. In this dynamic workshop, award‑winning facilitator Amanda Kelleher distils twenty years of experience with NHS clinicians, engineers and frontline leaders to show why ambition and belonging unlock sustained success. Participants will pinpoint the true drivers of stress, see where conventional team‑building falters, and leave with neuroscience‑rooted methods to steady the nervous system, lift daily performance and embed a people‑centred growth model across their organisation.
Facilitator:
Amanda Kelleher, Founder, The Good Mood Bubble
27th November 2025, 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
As one of the most anticipated and popular events in the Connex Leadership Networks calendar, this regular roundtable returns with Jonathan Walters, Deputy Chief Executive of the Regulator of Social Housing. Join us for an exclusive opportunity to engage directly with the regulator in a confidential, trusted environment. Gain invaluable insights into regulatory priorities, practical advice for navigating sector challenges, and strategies to future-proof your organisation.
Speaker/s:
Jonathan Walters, Deputy Chief Executive, Regulator of Social Housing
Chair:
Jonathan Hulley, Head of Housing, Birketts LLP
Published on: 2nd September 2025