Liz Noble, DHL Express
Liz Noble leads HR at DHL Express UK, driving award-winning employee engagement, recognition, and feedback culture, contributing to the company being named Europe’s top workplace four years running.
Janine Leightley, Bright Horizons
Janine champions a people-first culture, delivering award-winning results. Her HR, leadership, and operational expertise has transformed Bright Horizons since 2021, driving growth and positive change across the organisation.
Jonathan Potter, AstraZeneca
With 20+ years of experience, Jonathan leads HR transformation at AstraZeneca. His expertise spans talent, operations, and managing complex change across diverse roles in global HR leadership.
Nicola Buckley, TransPennine Express
Nicola leads HR for 1,100 colleagues at TransPennine Express, championing employee experience, diversity, inclusion, and lifelong learning, with over two decades of progressive, people-focused HR leadership.
Sally Webster, The Savoy Hotel
Awarded HR Director of the Year 2024, she creates colleague-centric cultures to boost engagement and performance. Experienced in leading HR strategies, talent development, and driving transformation across high-profile brands.
Esther Brittan, Hilton
Esther Brittan, Hilton’s HR Operations Manager, received an MBE for removing workplace barriers and expanding hospitality opportunities for young people. Her inclusive leadership drives meaningful impact in the sector.
Bethany Scott, Morrisons
Bethany leads DEI at Morrisons, championing women’s football and pioneering workplace inclusion. Her initiatives promote equity, representation, and opportunity across one of the UK’s largest
employers.
Georgia Dixon, Access HR Ltd
Georgia founded Access HR to modernise outdated HR practices. A published thought leader and podcast host, she delivers dynamic, forward-thinking solutions aligned with today’s evolving workforce needs.
Deborah Lee, Compass Group
Deborah is Group Chief People Officer at Compass. With over 20 years’ experience, she empowers teams, leads culture change, and drives HR excellence through strategic, inclusive leadership.
Marc O’Hagan, p3od
Marc O’Hagan is an Organisational Development expert and FSB Director, with 20+ years’ experience helping organisations transform culture, leadership, and workforce strategy through practical, people-first, and honest consultancy.
Henry Stewart, Happy Ltd
Henry Stewart, Founder and Chief Happiness Officer at Happy Ltd., has 35+ years’ experience helping organisations build happier workplaces. He authored The Happiness Manifesto.
Helen Salt, Curtins
Helen is a strategic HR leader with board-level influence, driving integration of HR across business functions. Her adaptable, proactive approach supports growth while ensuring compliance and collaboration.