Shaun Delaney’s Post

My generation are not just leaders of tomorrow; we have the energy, skills, and ideas to shape the world for good today. That's the message I shared with attendees at the CBI (Confederation of British Industry) Annual Conference ⚡️ This opportunity could not have come at a more pertinent moment, as our panel played a central role in establishing the tone for a day filled with dynamic debates and discussions. Sharing the stage with Chancellor Jeremy Hunt and the Shadow Secretary of State for Business Jonathan Reynolds MP, we addressed crucial economic priorities in anticipation of Wednesday's #AutumnStatement and the looming #GeneralElection. My interventions were a rallying cry for the urgent need for an education system fit for the demands of our evolving #economy. We called for a cultural shift that prioritises a more equitable #future, emphasising the importance of providing young individuals with employability readiness skills that align with the dynamic needs of the workforce of today and of tomorrow. 🗳️ With a membership spanning over 190,000 businesses, the #conference presented an extraordinary opportunity to contribute our perspectives to influential figures who play a vital role in shaping the trajectory of the British #economy. 📈 Throughout the session, we conveyed messages to business leaders: 👩🏻💼 Leave your egos, siloes and job titles at the door to foster genuine #collaboration and #inclusivity 😌 Authentic #leadership emerges when ears are as active as voices, breaking down hierarchical barriers and embracing a leadership style built on genuine listening 💥 Advocate for bold policymaking, urging leaders to transcend election cycles and market trends fearlessly. Encourage them to envision a #future founded on lasting solutions, harnessing the potency of cognitive #diversity within the communities most affected. 🫱🏻🫲🏿 Champion inclusivity and drive cultural/systemic change through #skills and employability readiness, placing my generation at the forefront of #innovation and societal transformation. Thank you, CBI (Confederation of British Industry) and Anthropy UK - receiving such complimentary feedback in the room was empowering. I encourage you to simply not leave them there.

George Freeman MP is Chairing the Eastern Powerhouse conference in Cambridge this Thursday 16th May, to discuss with policy makers from all the main parties Our theme for 2024 is 'Supercharging Growth’ in the East, rising above the politics and focusing on generational growth for the region. The half day conference is an opportunity for business leaders from across the East, to come together to discuss the opportunities for growth to help our local communities thrive. On Thursday 16th May, attendees will hear from key senior politicians and other notable public figures about plans for growth. The conference will focus around four unique sessions, filled with thought-provoking discussion and opportunities for policy change: WHAT WE NEED: Keynotes from across the aisle  UK ECONOMIC GROWTH: The next 20 years - Is the current model broken?  LOCAL OPPORTUNITIES & CHALLENGES: Creating place-based strategies The Eastern Powerhouse is looking to drive and shape the region’s growth strategy at our annual conference, come join us to discuss national policy challenges and opportunities with exciting implications generations ahead. SIGN UP HERE: https://lnkd.in/ddSvy5fZ

As we wake up to the news that “change begins now” we reflect on what that change means for #places and the Institute of Place Management The Manchester Metropolitan University. “How do we facilitate change with people? How does national government adapt to a role of facilitation; of enabling and empowerment with local place leaders?” https://lnkd.in/eCyt4TFk The Institute will be tackling these key questions, building on its history of world-leading research, working with its global network of scholars, policymakers and practitioners. Bring it on!

Something that I like to talk about is fully engaging with stakeholders. Stakeholders are, after all, the people who are closest to the problem … whatever that might be. Solutions imposed from the outside rarely work, usually because there are nuances and quirks that aren’t considered when an outside solution is designed. So, it was interesting hearing the Australian Prime Minister talking abut the failures to Close the Gap (again), following on from the Productivity Commission comments. One of the things that the PM said was “…The key ingredient is engagement with community organisations and communities…” Which is one (of twelve) dimension of a C21 organisation. I am sure, however, that previous bureaucrats felt that they were engaging stakeholders, so… what is missing? If we are going to engage stakeholders, it is so important that it is genuine and authentic. ‘Cos authenticity matters. Stakeholders have genuine insights and understanding of what is happening on the ground, and it make sense (IMHO) to engage and actively listen to what they may have to say. There is no point if it is superficial, not real – because the solution will still miss the point. I think that it is interesting that the Government has reached this point. I just hope that it is wrapped thickly in Authenticity. And perhaps Australia can start to Close The Gap after all the fails. Jump over to www.donjameson.com, and let’s talk… there are lots of other C21 conversations that need to be had. #Future #TransformationalLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #Directors #Technology #YourNetworkForLife

Huge changes, huge challenges, so what now for place ? “We need national government to develop and implement policy that tackles the ‘big issues’ – economic growth, sustainability, inequality, and we need local government, working in full collaboration with their communities, to make visible and meaningful change to places”, IPM. Read in full here: https://lnkd.in/exBNjrZw

I’m really lucky that I get to spend most of my time collaborating with dedicated public servants and leaders who are committed to improving the lives of the people who depend on and use their services. And it's clear from the conversations I have that the UK is at a pivotal moment. The pressure to do more with less, enhance productivity, and drive place-based growth is acute, all aimed at delivering better outcomes for people and the planet.     And as we approach a general election, both public and private sector leaders need to look at new ways to tackle these challenges. This is our opportunity to collectively address the complex issues facing our society and set a course toward impactful solutions.     Whoever wins the next election will face profound challenges and opportunities to shape the country’s future. So at PA, we’ve set ourselves the ambitious challenge of tackling ten critical questions that will shape the next ten years.     In the first of these articles, my colleague Laycha H. and I go right back to 1963 (yes even before I was born!) when Harold Wilson set out the “white heat” of innovation which would form a new Britain.     In many ways, Wilson was right: the best way to solve systemic problems is through innovation. Generative AI, green energy, the nascent space economy, and advances in the life sciences all have the potential to fundamentally shift the dial in today’s world.     But how can the UK reap the full benefits of these innovations to deliver growth, improve services and enrich lives? You can read the first in our series of articles here. Do take a look and let me know what you think.     https://lnkd.in/e8NgANS2 #TenShapeTen #Innovation 

Take a few minutes to read the Massachusetts Business Roundtable 2023 annual report! We appreciate your partnership, and all that you do in support of #EarlyCollege. Tonja Mettlach JD Chesloff

Check out our upcoming Consultancies for Liberation! During these live consultancies, we will share how traditional work practices often rely on practices of dominance that result in inequitable outcomes, and what leaders can do to create more liberatory outcomes. Enroll today >> https://bit.ly/TEP_CFL

History has made it clear that transformative change becomes most possible at times of increasing global volatility and uncertainty. The key is not the avoidance of challenges, but their #transformation into watershed moments of shared advancement. Our latest co-authored paper in partnership with the World Governments Summit identifies eight strategic challenges and crises facing #government leaders around the world, and outlines pathways by which these problems can be turned into opportunities for transformation. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4a9JEMq #Regenerate #Createwhatsnext Authors: Rudolph Lohmeyer, Brenna Buckstaff, and Cole Grumbach