London HR Leaders Learning Evening: 15 April 2026

London Personal Development & Learning Evening – 15 April 2026

Date: Wednesday 15 April 2026, 6:30pm–10:00pm | Venue: Uncommon Borough, 1 Long Lane, London SE1 4PG

Theme: Leadership Skills Everyone Needs

Join us for an evening of networking, learning, drinks and canapés. Connect with like-minded HR professionals, followed by 90 minutes of energising talks and discussion.

Whether you're an emerging leader, seasoned executive, or someone committed to continuous improvement, you'll leave with practical tools, new connections and fresh perspectives.

Talk 1: Teaching Leadership to Teenagers – A School Case Study Richard Mason, Captain, Royal Navy

Richard will share how he facilitated a four-hour leadership workshop for 53 fourteen-year-olds, using visceral drafts and peer feedback to help students articulate how they want to lead. Expect practical lessons on developing young talent – and insights that apply well beyond the classroom.

Talk 2: Do We Really Need to Measure the ROI of Our People? Gary Turner, Business Activist & Healthy Masculinity Advocate

Gary will share a real-world experiment that delivered 48% sales growth by shifting from fear-based culture to intentional human-centred design – and make the case for "Return on Humanity" over ROI.

What to Expect

• Drinks, canapés and time to network

• 90 minutes of talks and interactive discussion

• Authentic conversations with like-minded professionals from diverse backgrounds

• A safe space to share challenges, breakthrough moments and learn from peers navigating similar journeys

Spaces are limited and fill quickly.