Impress the board: What any top CFO or finance leader needs to know
Modern boards expect more than accurate numbers; they want finance leaders who communicate with clarity, challenge constructively, and steer strategic decisions. In this interactive panel, Suezann Holmes interviews 2–3 experienced NEDs to reveal what really stands out in board packs, reports, and live discussions.
You will learn how to translate complex financials into board-ready narratives, avoid common engagement pitfalls, and use data-driven storytelling to build credibility, influence outcomes, and strengthen long-term board relationships as a modern finance leader.
Spreadsheets to stories: How to present with confidence and impact to non-finance stakeholders
Numbers tell us what. Stories tell us why.
Whether you are speaking to the board, communicating with internal teams, or addressing a room full of shareholders, the ability to present with confidence and clarity is a critical skill that all finance professionals must master in the modern workplace.
In this interactive session, you will learn how to translate even the most complex financial data into a clear and compelling narrative and then deliver your message about those figures in a way that resonates with your stakeholders and helps them make better decisions (even if they don't usually understand numbers).
How I built my personal brand to over 80k followers and 20 million views with £0 budget
Growing a personal brand doesn’t require money, it requires clarity, courage, and consistency. In this session, I’ll share how I built an audience of over 80k followers and reached 20 million views from scratch with £0.
I’ll unpack the lessons, setbacks, and mindset shifts that made the difference, and show you what’s possible when you start showing up strategically and authentically.