With just a few weeks to go, here’s a closer look at the themes shaping Finance Futures: The Executive Summit on Tuesday 25th February 2025 at Leeds Marriott Hotel
What’s driving economic confidence in 2025?
Kickstarting the event, our Economic Growth pillar will explore the critical factors shaping the economy in the year ahead. From policy changes to legislative updates, we’ll uncover the opportunities, and challenges, that could define growth across industries.
Keynote speaker: Andrew McPhillips, Chief Economist at The Northern Powerhouse Partnership.
Followed by a panel discussion with John Newton, Financial Director, Volkswagen, Scott Everett, Financial Director at Theakston Brewery, Mandy Ridyard, Financial Director at Produmax Ltd and Mark Goldstone, Policy Manager at UK Competitiveness, CBI.
Building resilience for business success
The second session of the day, Business Growth, dives into what it takes to scale and strengthen your organisation. Whether it’s organic growth or acquisitions, the discussion will centre on the essentials: investment, resilience, staff, data, and cybersecurity.
Keynote speaker: Sarah Ashby, CFO of Mamas and Papas, will open the session with an inspiring address.
We’ll then hear from our panel:Preete Janda, CFO at DNA Payments, Brendan McManus, CEO of PIB Group, Ben Priestley, CFO at Mansfield Pollard and Linda Nguyenova, Investor at BGF.
Unlocking talent and driving personal development
The final session of the summit shifts focus to Personal Growth, exploring how finance and business leaders can foster skills and talent within their organisations.
Through collaborative table discussions, attendees will share their challenges and strategies for developing the skills and talent within their organisation.
The session will culminate in a panel discussion unpacking key themes from the room.
Panel speakers includeSimon Hartley Founder of Be World Class, Emma Dutton, CFO at myenergi, Ciara Allan, FD at Arc Inspirations, and Headstar’s very own Managing Director, James Roach.
This exclusive half-day event also includes networking opportunities with senior finance professionals and business leaders from across the region.
Exclusive Discount for Headstar Contacts
Tickets are usually £50 + VAT, but we’re offering you an exclusive 20% discount. Contact Headstar (info@headstar.co.uk) to request your discount code to use at the checkout to secure your spot for just £40 + VAT.
With only a handful of tickets remaining, book now to avoid disappointment.
Don’t miss out – book your ticket today: www.financefutures.co.uk
