The power of connection: Harnessing networking for leadership success

Tue May 19 2026 at 05:30 pm to 08:00 pm UTC+01:00

The Walbrook Building | London

Reed Technology Leadership Practice
Publisher/HostReed Technology Leadership Practice
The power of connection: Harnessing networking for leadership success
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An interactive session delivered in partnership between the Reed Women in Technology Community and Gallagher Re
About this Event

Gallagher Re and The Reed Women in Technology Community are thrilled to invite you to "The Power of Connection," a networking event designed to inspire and empower women in tech and their allies.


We’ve brought together an incredible panel of C-level women in tech and advocates for women in the industry to share their insights on one of the most important topics: What’s the secret to advancing your career through networking?

This is your chance to hear their stories, ask your own questions, and gain valuable advice to help you take the next step in your professional journey.

The event will also feature speed networking and the opportunity to build meaningful connections over drinks in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re looking to grow your network, learn from inspiring leaders, or explore new opportunities, this event is for you. We can’t wait to see you there!


Agenda

17:30 Arrival with refreshments

18:00 Welcome and Intros

18:10 Panel Discussion

Dax Grant - Global CIO/COO

Nina Tatsiy - Chief Information Officer - Quadient

Shikha Hornsey - Interim Chief Technology Officer - Copyright Licensing Agency

John Crichton - Chief Information Officer - Gallagher Re

19:00 Networking with refreshments

20:00 Close

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The Reed Women in Technology Community is a 4,000 person network established in 2019 to help close the gender gap in the Technology industry. We do this by:

Supporting women in technology and transformation to achieve their goals and ambitions. Through:

-Access to mentoring (Over the last 7 years we have created over 1,750 mentoring relationships)

-Access to personal & professional development opportunities (weekly webinars, workshops. coaching sessions)

-Access to networking opportunities (In person and virtual)


Bringing more women in to the industry. By:

-Increasing visibility of female role models

-Demystifying tech roles

-Providing the above support to people trying to enter the industry (transitioners, returners, early careers)

-Creating better pathways in to technology careers


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Gallagher Re is a full-service global reinsurance broking and advisory firm operating across the risk and capital spectrum.


By combining analytics capabilities with reinsurance expertise, strategic advisory services and transactional excellence, we help clients drive greater value from their businesses, negotiate optimum terms and achieve their risk transfer objectives. Our global client base includes all the world’s top insurance and reinsurance carriers, as well as national catastrophe schemes in many countries around the world.


Backed by Gallagher, one of the world's largest insurance brokerage, risk management and benefits consulting companies, we're more connected to the places you do business. Whether your operations are global, national or local, we have the talent, market position and trusted relationships to build the best solutions possible.


The Gallagher Way, containing 25 tenets of what we believe, is our corporate culture’s cornerstone. At its core, The Gallagher Way affirms our commitment to respect and empathy—the same values that motivate our I&D imperatives.


Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences, and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.


gallagherre.com

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Walbrook Building, 25 Walbrook, London, United Kingdom

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