About this event
We have two and a half keynotes for you this month!
We’re opening up with an interactive keynote from Ashley Scotland called “The Kaleidoscope Effect”. Ashely is an award winning CEO and lived experience leader who’ll show us how the “broken fragments” of our experiences can transform into insight, empathy and stronger leadership.
Drawing on a decade of leading diverse and trauma impacted teams, Ashley provides actionable tools, reflective exercises and practical insights to help leaders build psychologically safe, authentic workplaces and enhance their leadership at every level.
PSA North East’s very own Simon Raybould will be sharing some of his experience of 20 years on the road as jobbing speaker. It’s the kind of techniques that’s got him two consecutive standing ovations at national conferences and marks him out as one of the country’s leading presentations trainers.
After a short break, Heather Offord joins us for “Understanding Yourself: The Foundation of Business Growth” to help us explore how we get in our own ways as business owners (speakers or not!).
We take a hands-on look at the unconscious biases you carry, the excuses that quietly hold you back, and the motivations that drive your decisions. You will explore your personal why, your patterns of behaviour, and the traits that make you who you are unapologetically.
This is not theory. It is reflective, honest and grounded in real business life. You will gain clarity on how your mindset, beliefs and habits influence your leadership style, decision making, confidence and career direction.
By the end of the session, you will better understand what supports your growth, what limits it, and how greater self awareness can unlock more intentional and sustainable progress in your business or leadership role.
Keynote speakers
In 2016, Ashley launched Thriving Survivors with nothing more than determination, a leap of faith, and a belief that things could be better. Since then, she has built one of Scotland’s most innovative trauma‑informed organisations, pioneered restorative justice approaches, and created global firsts in the field of sibling sexual abuse. She is known for her honesty, her courage, and her ability to redefine what leadership can look like.
Heather Offord is an industry thought leader, award-winning business growth specialist, and expert in creating unique Growth Roadmaps and mastering Personal Branding.
With over 20 years of experience in the Sales, Marketing & Events Industry, Heather’s journey began by working across all departments in hospitality to gain an in-depth understanding of business mechanics. This foundation has enabled her to successfully implement strategies that drive growth across both unique private companies and renowned UK chains.
As the founder of Clarity Consultants, Heather is dedicated to helping business owners grow through tailored strategies that deliver results. She firmly believes that every business, regardless of size, deserves access to quality support.
In addition to running Clarity Consultants, Heather is in the process of launching a new online training platform and is currently writing a book. A dynamic public speaker and trainer, Heather frequently shares her insights on business growth and strategy.
Heather also serves as a Member of Court for the University of the Highlands & Islands and is a former Vice President of Scottish Women in Business.
Event agenda
The venue
Maldron Hotel – Newcastle Upon Tyne
Maldron Hotel17 Newgate Street
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 5RE Maldron Hotel
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