Inclusive Leadership: Begin your journey

Leaders create culture, so to create a truly inclusive business, leaders need to be equipped to build authentic inclusivity. During this year's month of Pride, we are delighted to be joined by Jan Gooding former Chair of Stonewall. From gender equality and intersectionality, to allyship, Jan will be drawing from her experiences to challenge the room to think of new ways to lead.

She will also be addressing something that so many of us face, a 'work me' and 'home me', how you can navigate being both!

Jan Gooding is known to be one of the UK’s most experienced marketing leaders and is outspoken on a range of subjects from building global brands to inclusive leadership.

She has enjoyed a successful marketing career during which time she has worked with FTSE 100 companies such as BT, British Gas, Diageo and Unilever and, most latterly, as the Group Brand Director at Aviva. In her final role at Aviva, as their first Global Inclusion Director, she was responsible for introducing the ground-breaking policy of equal parental leave.

Jan now pursues a portfolio of interests as an executive coach and non-executive Chair of Given and PAMCo. She is on the CMI Race Equity Committee, the Advisory board of Utopia, the Executive Committee of WACL and is the former Chair of Stonewall. She is regular columnist for The Media Leader, a fellow of The IPA and an Honorary Fellow of the Marketing Society.

A note to our allies...

This event is being arranged for women in London to meet and network. We love that we have male allies who want to be involved (and we'd love to hear from you about any ideas you have for that!). However, this event is strictly for women.

Wednesday 27th July, Joan (part of the Soho restaurant group)

We have curated options for you, 3 or 2 courses and a non-alcoholic option too.

18:30 - Networking drinks

19:00 - Intro and dinner begins

19:30 – Jan's presentation + Q&A

22:00 - Close

We are delighted to be back in-person listening to an inspirational speaker, over great food and wine. We will not just be serving up food for thought - we'll also be serving a 3 course meal.

Starters

► Burrata, pumpkin squash purée, pickled raisins, pine nuts, crispy sage (v)

► Crispy fried squid, garlic mayonnaise, chilli lime dressing, spring onion

► Grilled chicken skewers, raita dip, soya glaze

► Cauliflower steak, caramelised cauliflower purée, pomegranate molasses, tahini, pomegranate (ve)

Mains

► Vegan pumpkin tortelloni, tomato sauce, crispy basil (ve)

► Slow cooked lamb shank, creamy mash potato, red wine lamb jus

► Aubergine parmigiana with cheese fonduta sauce (v)

► Grilled chicken thighs, corn salsa, black beans, sour cream sauce

► Cod fillet, cannellini beans stew, harissa

Desserts

► Chocolate vegan cream with raspberry sorbet and gel (ve)

► Peanut butter coconut mousse, cherry compote, chocolate crumble (ve)

► Vegan chocolate brownie, caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream (v)

We can't do the conversation on our own - we're relying on you for that!

We have been working behind the scenes tirelessly to find affordable settings for our members, we have been able to secure this space - with limited seating. Make sure you don't miss out on your spot!

Our legacy started as Lean In Supper Circle in 2016, we have now reached over 1,300+ members. We are now the largest Lean In Network in London!

In 2022, Lean In Food for Thought  Network will continue to build upon the existing core values:

• To foster a community that celebrates and promotes women in work.
• To provide a platform where members can network with women from diverse backgrounds and professional industries in an intimate and/or big social setting.

If this is your first event with us, we look forward to meeting you! You can reach us via:

• Our website: http://lifft.me
• Email us via [email protected]
• linkedin.com/company/lean-in-food-for-thought/

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Joan, 19-23 Bethnal Green Road, London, United Kingdom