2026 Programme
Leading in an Age of Polycrisis
Leading in an Age of Polycrisis: Strategy, Power, and Purpose in a Fragmented World Pressure test strategy against multiple shocks, from supply constraints to policy shifts.
Reframe value through talent, technology, and trust so the institution delivers consistently.
Faculties
Lord Jonny Oates
- Member of the UK House of Lords. Former Chief of Staff to the UK Deputy Prime Minister.
- Chairs and serves on parliamentary groups with strong Africa and international development focus.
- Experienced communicator on governance, public policy and international affairs.
Professor Roger Delves
Professor of Leadership Practice and served as Dean of Qualifications at Ashridge Business School, part of Hult International Business School. World-renowned, transformational leadership, EQ at work, authenticity in leadership, purpose, values and the role of integrity expert.
John Peters
Former Chair of Association of MBAs (Accreditors of top Business Schools such as Harvard, London Business School, Stanford and IMD). World-renowned Resilience expert and documentary on his life won Independent Documentary of the Year and was also nominated for a BAFTA award.
DATE
14 – 18 June 2026
16th of June ─ Richard Gozney
17th of June ─ Lord Oates
18th of June ─ John Peters
VENUE
Newcastle, UK
COST
£6,500 but is £4,999 after discount
The fee is £4,750 for payment made on or before the 10th of May.
(cover study materials and certificate)
* Fees are subject to fluctuations in Pounds(£) to Naira(N) Rate
METHODOLOGY
- Guided self-study
- Virtual Life sessions via technology
- Interactive simulations
- Role-play
- Group discussions
- Gamified experience
- Case Studies – ensuring a dynamic learning environment
For enquiries, please call +447425883791 or email [email protected]
The next decade will be defined by compounding shocks and compounding opportunity. Leaders who can read the system, mobilise alliances, and convert technology into trust will set the pace. This flagship programme invites boards and executives to pressure test strategy against plausible futures, rethink value creation through talent and technology, and craft a leadership stance that earns societal permission to operate. The emphasis is disciplined imagination. We connect macro forces to boardroom choices and translate ambition into scorecard results. Participants will leave with a practical agenda they can execute on Monday and a narrative that rallies stakeholders for the long run.
SUB-TOPICS
- From risk registers to risk intelligence and action
- AI and the Architecture of Power: Redefining Strategy and Sovereignty in a Fragmented World
- Supply chain, currency, and policy stress testing
- Capital allocation in volatile environments
- Narratives that steady markets and teams
- Coalitions for resilience across sectors
- Operating cadence for rapid recovery
- Scorecards that link resilience to returns
Strategic benefits for the organisation:
- Sharper strategy that prices risk and opportunity credibly
- Higher trust from investors, regulators, and customers
- Stronger execution discipline that converts plans into P and L outcomes
Strategic Benefits for Leaders:
- A confident leadership stance amid volatility
- Tools to align teams and partners around measurable goals
- A narrative that attracts talent and capital
