Main Agenda
8:45
Registration and refreshments
9:35
Chair’s opening remarks
Barry Quirk
Chief Executive
London Borough of Lewisham
9:40
A day in the life….
This panel discussion will deliver true reflections of what it is like to work with, and work as a public sector Chief Executive.
What skills are needed to be a leader? Do you have what it takes?
Also, use this opportunity to outline your objectives for the day
Panel members include:
Tony Curtis
Chief Executive
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council
Sue Smith
Chief Executive
Harborough District Council
William Taylor
Chief Executive
West Lancashire Borough Council
10:10
Exploring the impact of the social revolution on our behaviour and on the modernisation of public sector services
- Exploring the relationships with your politicians, partnerships and staff
- Engagement within a mixed economy
- Understanding the fundamental shift in leadership
Peter Gilroy OBE
Chief Executive
Kent County Council
10:40
Skills masterclass: Great motivational skills
facilitated by:
Barry Quirk
Chief Executive
London Borough of Lewisham
11:10
Morning refreshments
11:30
Getting costs down, getting radical
- Identifying non-priorities
- Collaborating to achieve your goals
- Maxing out efficiency
William Taylor
Chief Executive
West Lancashire Borough Council
12:00
Skills masterclass: Strong leadership skills
Tony Curtis
Chief Executive
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council
12:30
Lunch
13:30
Change: Invent it, don’t be a victim of it!
It is essential that, in leadership roles, you drive positive change. This can be physical change or culture change but it is vital you know why this is happening and believe it is for the better. Communication of change is key to great results. Use this session to understand how you can drive and support change and how, if done well, it can really help you develop on.
Caroline Tapster
Chief Executive
Hertfordhsire County Council
14:00
Skills masterclass: Being real
Sue Smith
Chief Executive
Harborough District Council
14:30
Afternoon refreshments
14:50
How politics can change over night: Understanding your political landscape
Summarise what has been discussed throughout the day and discuss the main issues surrounding your political landscapes
- What does the future look like for Chief Executives? Is this a realistic aspiration for you?
- Knowing your leading political objections
- Identifying and communicating with your local MPs and representatives
- Understanding how you can help to make a difference in your area through democracy
- Understanding global politics and the influence they have on you
Warren Bradley
Leader
Liverpool City Council
15:20
Have your objectives been achieved and where are you going from here?
Barry Quirk
Chief Executive
London Borough of Lewisham
15:50
