Conference Schedule

The Better Business Summit takes place over two days at Manchester Metropolitan University Business School followed by a day in Nature.

Speakers include purpose-driven business leaders from Patagonia, Toms, Swizzels, Dry Robe, Intrepid Travel and many more!

Get inspired with four different tracks of content, along with additional activities such as a run club, film screenings, and even an afterparty!

Scroll down to explore what we have on across the event as we examine what ‘Future Proof’ could mean….

Our hosts for the conference are the amazing Ngunan Adamu , Sophie Lee and Jamie Bettles who will be taking our attendees on an engaging journey through insightful discussions, interactive sessions, and inspiring keynote addresses.

WEDNESDAY 15TH JANUARY

FULL CONFERENCE AGENDA 08:30 - 18:00

The below schedule highlights the main areas of the conference. Keynotes and fireside chats are taking place across two stages, with Workshops and Catalyst Conversations within additional breakouts.

A hot two course plant based lunch is provided, as well as refreshments throughout the day.

  • Doors open at 08:30am. Come in and get registered.

  • Join us for breakfast jointly hosted by 1% for the Planet and Grain Sustainability. 1% for the Planet is a global movement inspiring businesses to support environmental solutions through annual membership and everyday actions.

    1% for the Planet accelerates smart environmental giving by advising on giving strategies, certifying donations and amplifying the impact of their global network. Grain galvanises businesses to take action on sustainability and provides the tools and strategies necessary to do so.

    The consultancy is a long-standing member of 1% for the Planet and its Joint Managing Director Madelyn Postman serves on the 1% for the Planet Board.

  • Sometimes we all need a quiet moment to reflect.

    Our peace room is a quiet area we have created for you to either just sit, stand or lie down to relax, or take yourself through a self guided meditation or quiet moment.

    This room is zoned around the four seasons with prompts and resources in each space – Spring to bring in new ideas , Summer to help you bloom, autumn to encourage you to harvest and Winter to rest.

  • The perfect chance to meet our excellent exhibitors and network before the day starts.

    Tea and Coffee will be available

  • Join us across two stages and multiple breakout spaces sessions throughout the day

  • A break to digest all of the morning’s knowledge over a complimentary hot buffet plant-based lunch.

    This is included in your Better Business Summit ticket price.

  • Closing Speech is at 16.45 and the venue closes at 18:00

  • Each night we are hosting a film screening at the venue for those who want a more relaxed end of the day

  • Join us in the Pink Room @ Yes Bar, a five minute walk from the venue to network and catch up with other attendees!

    Free welcome drink

    38 Charles Street, Manchester, M1 7DB

    Our DJ set times are as follows:

    17:00– 17:30 –DJ Spider(Top Tunes)
    17:30 – 18:45Northern Solar Power Sista(Northern Soul)
    18:45 – LateJordan Villa(House & Disco Vibes)

FUTURES STAGE hosted by Ngunan Adamu, who’ll keep the energy high and make sure you don’t miss a thing from our awesome lineup of speakers and sessions. This stage is sponsored by Rumpus.

  • Join BBN Founder Hannah Cox in kicking off Day One of the Summit telling you all the main BBN Community news from 2024, plans for 2025, and sharing her top tips on how to make the most out of BBS25 (includes Someone Else Activity).

  • Simon Blackler founded Krystal Hosting with the explicit mission to "leave the world a better place than he found it" – growing it into the UK's largest independent web hosting company over 22 years.

    Under his leadership, Krystal became a living example that purpose and profit go hand in hand, achieving B Corp certification, joining 1% for the Planet and planting over 4 millions (while serving over 36,000 active/paying clients). After successfully executing 12 mergers and acquisitions, he turned his attention to broader systemic change, spearheading the PublicBenefit.uk campaign which unlocked £50M in public benefit activity.

    Now, Simon has taken his boldest step yet – transitioning from his CEO role at Krystal to Chair in September 2024 to focus fully on a new business, which is officially being launched at the Better Business Summit 2025.

    He'll be interviewed by Mark Shayler, widely recognised as a Thought Leader in Innovation. Mark has worked with clients including Nike, Samsung, John Lewis, Tesco, RS Components, Coca Cola, Fenwick, Kier, Tesco Bank, Amazon and some of the greatest small companies in the world and is Author of "You Can't Make Money on Dead Planet"

  • Join Tas Chilcott from Dryrobe® and Josh Pitman from Priory Direct in this fireside chat, in which we delve into what it takes to bring innovation into the adventure space, and how we need to look beyond our own businesses in how we build and grow sustainable supply chains.

  • Join Alex Hubberstey and Megan Kelsall from Lancashire Wildlife Trust sharing their film on the amazing work they are doing in the West Pennine Moors, and discover why Landscape recovery is so important and how your business can work with charities like this to become more connected to Nature.

  • The shittropocene is a mock anthropological view of Humanity's consumption habits, turning a satirical eye on why the impulse towards more might destroy us all. Join Lisa Douglas and Harry Brook from Patagonia to view the trailer and discuss our lack of impulse control, how our central nervous systems have been hacked in the name of capitalism. You can watch the full movie after the closing speeches tonight.

    Supported by Following the Footprints, an independent volunteer-led platform, powered by people working on climate. They dig into how consumer goods brands are innovating to be more sustainable. Inject some inspiration into your inbox by signing up to their weekly newsletter here: https://read.followingthefootprints.com/

  • Join a deep dive into the Real Living Wage with Sophie Little, Senior Programme Manager with two Manchester Businesses making a real difference. David Campbell from Siemens and Corin Bell from Open Kitchen share their experience, the challenges in their industries and what responsibility the government have to support businesses in this campaign.

  • Join Adam Garfunkel from Junxion and Christian Jermyn, Director of ESG at Seasalt discussing the thorny issues, challenges and trade off's large businesses have to make, while also discussing what solutions can be found and why activism is something we can all do.

  • The music industry isn't the first place you would look to find Climate Solutions, but Ben Robinson from Onboard: Earth and Kendal Calling Festival, shares how he combines his passion for music with creating a better future, and bringing the audience along for the ride.

  • What does it take to give a piece of yourself—literally—for the sake of someone else’s life? Saving lives is the right thing to do isn’t it? But what happens when your actions force others out of their comfort zones? Tales to Inspire Ambassador Azeem Ahmad shares his extraordinary story of living organ donation; the simplicity and complexity of transforming strangers’ lives, the beauty of our NHS…and what he wishes he could have said to the naysayers along the way.

  • Hannah is back again to share with you some highlights from the day and another announcement!

  • This 30-minute EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) session is designed to help participants release stress, anxiety, or tension they may feel at the start of the conference.

    By engaging in guided tapping on the body’s meridian points, attendees will feel more grounded, open, and ready to connect with others and absorb new ideas. This session sets a positive tone for the event, encouraging clarity and engagement. Facilitated by Katya Willems, from Katya's MicroAdventures.

  • In this fireside chat, Gareth Cullen from Nudie Jeans joins Laura Matz, who works at Following the Footprints and betternotstop in talking about how fashion brands need to do more to commit to a circular approach and more conscious choices.

    Supported by Following the Footprints, an independent volunteer-led platform, powered by people working on climate. They dig into how consumer goods brands are innovating to be more sustainable. Inject some inspiration into your inbox by signing up to their weekly newsletter here: https://read.followingthefootprints.com/

  • Is sustainable travel a real solution—or just a marketing ploy? In this provocative talk, we dive deep with Hazel McGuire into Intrepid Travel's bold approach to sustainability, challenging the myths, exposing the realities, and questioning whether the travel industry is doing enough to combat its environmental footprint.

    From carbon offsetting to community engagement, we’ll explore what it truly means to travel responsibly in a world on the brink of climate crisis. Are we transforming the way we explore, or just papering over the cracks? Prepare for a candid conversation that might just change the way you pack your bags.

  • Katya Willems is offering free 15 minute 1:1 EFT sessions at the Horizon Stage on Wednesday and Thursday in the lunch breaks. Book here

    EFT is great for lightening and overcoming all sorts of emotional blocks - eg procrastination, self doubt, anxiety, anger, people pleasing + lack of boundaries. It's also a brilliant confidence booster. So perfect for smoothing out those nerves at a two day Summit.

    The way EFT works is by tapping gently on meridian (or pressure) points around the body which then send calming signals to the amygdala (the part of the brain that processes emotions).

    Book here

  • In 2025, Nature will be at the forefront of global strategy, communication, and leadership. This keynote with Jannine Barron, Regenerative Business Mentor will share how this radical shift happened and how it is reshaping all industries and businesses.

    Since COP26, nature has moved to the core of business driven climate action and corporate strategy under our noses, and yet most of us don’t see it still. This session offers a blueprint for forward-thinking leaders to drive impactful change with nature as central to their success. Discover how aligning with this evolving strategy is crucial for your business to survive.

  • Hydrogen is being hailed as the future of clean energy—but is it all it’s cracked up to be? Join Amer Gaffar, a leading expert in sustainable energy, as he unpacks the promise, potential, and pitfalls of hydrogen as a key player in the global energy transition.

  • Phil Korbel, Co-Founder of the Carbon Literacy Project takes a bold look at the connection between happiness and sustainability. He argues that the things that truly enrich our lives often have the smallest environmental footprints, while the products we’re sold as keys to happiness not only fail to deliver but also come with a heavy ecological cost—threatening us all.

    We’re being led to accept a culture of "Infinite Desires on a Finite Planet" as inevitable, but is it really? And why do so many better business leaders shy away from using this obvious truth to shape their enterprises?

  • In this bold, 15-minute talk, Lee Chambers will confront the uncomfortable truth that in purposeful business, passive support for gender equity isn’t enough—it’s actively hindering progress. Silence from male leaders allows the status quo to persist, undermining any claim to true purpose. Lee will challenge men to move beyond good intentions and take real action, arguing that male allyship is crucial not just for fairness, but for the very integrity of purpose-driven businesses.

  • Shitthropocene offers a satirical, mock anthropological look at humanity’s destructive consumption habits. Through dark humour and sharp critique, the film explores how our endless pursuit of “more” might ultimately be our downfall. In this provocative exploration, the impulse toward overconsumption is framed as a critical force driving environmental and societal collapse.

    The film examines how capitalism has "hacked" our central nervous systems, shaping desires and behaviours that prioritize profit over sustainability. With an irreverent tone, Shitthropocene challenges us to confront the implications of our unchecked appetites and raises urgent questions about the future of our planet.

    Don’t miss this unique take on our collective future, where the absurdity of modern life is presented with wit and insight.

HORIZON STAGE will be run by Sophie Lee, making sure the vibes are great and the sessions flow smoothly all day.

CATALYST CONVERSATIONS run by Jamie Bettles, helping you engage and dive into exciting debates,fostering a community where perspectives are broadened, and meaningful connections are made.

  • This roundtable will explore why Manchester is leading the charge in sustainability through its innovative, place-based community business networks. We’ll discuss how local collaboration and business connections are key to creating future-proof, resilient economies.

    Pro - Manchester's Sam Booth leads us in a discussion in asking is Manchester’s focus on community-driven businesses the blueprint for other cities to follow, or is the traditional top-down, global approach to sustainability doomed to fail? Join us as we debate the role of local networks in driving sustainable change.

  • Join a provocative discussion with Hubbub on how figures like Andrew Tate are shaping modern masculinity and influencing men’s dietary choices, particularly their increased consumption of meat. This roundtable will explore the cultural and societal pressures behind the rise in meat-eating, dissecting the link between hyper-masculine ideals and dietary habits. Can the growing trend be reversed, and what role does gender identity play in shaping food choices? We’ll examine the societal impact and potential paths toward healthier, more sustainable habits.

    Facilitated by Mia Hartwell and Natasha Kifwamba from Hubbub with James Dady and Milo Fletcher from Better Business Network and Ash Goddard from Climate Clarity,

  • How often do we make time to and hold space with each other to talk about those important, big-picture issues?

    This catalyst conversation is for anyone sick of seeing the system fail for them and for others. Join provocateurs Kyle Soo (B Lab UK), Leyya Sattar (Other Box) and Laura Matz (betternotstop & Following the Footprints) who will spark discussions and create connections as we explore collectively what can be done in the face of the challenges which so often feel insurmountable.

    We don’t promise to have all of the answers, but we can ensure that it will be fun and thought-provoking.

    Supported by Following the Footprints, an independent volunteer-led platform, powered by people working on climate. They dig into how consumer goods brands are innovating to be more sustainable. Inject some inspiration into your inbox by signing up to their weekly newsletter here: https://read.followingthefootprints.com/

  • An interactive session uncovering the hidden power of less conventional impact initiatives

    Social value is an emerging field with - often unintentional - roguesters steering it off course. During this workshop you’ll learn how to implement and measure meaningful activities to ensure you’re one of the good guys putting well intended practices into play. Led by social and environmental experts Catherine Manning and Matt Haworth - a duo helping to drive progressive new movement, MeasureUp - you’ll uncover how to extract the context you need to compare values and validate your efforts. Setting yourself up as a formidable opponent to those treating social value solely as a numbers game.

    Play a part at the BBN Summit and help change the social value space for the better by gaining:
    - Eye-opening insights: scrutinise social value in a different way
    - Access to MeasureUp: a free, game-changing resource
    - The ability to benchmark: compare apples and oranges
    - An opportunity to input: shape a new framework that’s challenging the status quo

  • How do we engage employees, teams and communities to enable and accelerate the transition? In a space where there's a constant battle for attention and "reporting fatigue" in sustainability, how do you energise teams to act? Join Val Rozhkova from Small 99
    and Helen Rodgers in finding out how.

    In this session, we will talk you through the successes and failures experienced engaging with small businesses on sustainability from across the country, as well as building a community of over 20,000 people in 100 cities all taking climate action in the pub. You'll get insights into our latest game to test your sustainability knowledge and demonstrate our latest tool to engage small businesses in your local business community.

  • This workshop with Annalise Lewis, Founder of Manifesto, explores how business leaders can drive purpose-led change initiatives that truly endure within their organisations. We'll delve into the often-overlooked aspect of cultural integration and examine how leadership mindset is the make or break tipping point of a change initiatives success.

    Key Topics:
    - The blindspot of cultural integration in change initiatives
    - Top-down, bottom-up and the frozen middle
    - Leadership mindset as the make-or-break factor for sustainable change
    - Applying Theory U principles to conscious leadership
    - Leveraging archetypes and narrative coaching for mindset shifts

    Takeaways:
    - Understanding the high-level strategy for implementing enduring, purpose-led change
    - Introduction to personal leadership archetypes and their impact
    - Practical tools for cultural integration and mindset shifts
    - Inspiration to lead with heightened consciousness and purpose

WORKSHOPS

THURSDAY 16TH JANUARY

FULL CONFERENCE AGENDA 07:00 - LATE

The below schedule highlights the main areas of the conference. Keynotes and Fireside Chats are taking place across two stages, with Workshops and Catalyst Conversations within additional breakouts.

Breakfast, a hot plant based lunch and refreshments throughout the day are provided. Join us at the end of the day to celebrate at Yes Bar, a five minute walk from the venue.

  • Kick off your day with an energizing 5K run through Manchester’s vibrant city centre. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get moving, this guided run offers a great opportunity to connect with fellow attendees, take in the city sights, and boost your energy before the summit.

    We’ll start at 7:30 at Green Lab (M1 1FY), begin with a stretch, head out for a relaxed-paced run suitable for all levels, and finish back at Green Lab. Start your summit experience refreshed, recharged, and ready to make an impact! Bag Drop Available.

  • Nicky Leach and Hannah Keartland will start the walk in Mayfield Park, less than 5 Minutes walk from Manchester Piccadilly Station at the Bathhouse gate entrance and finish up at Manchester Met, ready for the Summit. Feel free to bring your coffee and croissant with you on the walk. Otherwise, there are plenty of places to grab breakfast at the end - we’ll make sure we finish by 9am to give you plenty of time before the programme kicks off at 9.30am.

    How do we build a business where positive impact and financial sustainability are mutually reinforcing? This walk round Mayfield Park is designed to give you time and space if you’re a business leader and struggling with the following challenges:

    • Just running a financially healthy business is stressful, and that’s before you’ve tried to use it as a vehicle for having a positive impact

    • Finding it hard to stick to your responsible business plans in the current economic climate

    • The business strategy and how the business has a positive impact feel quite separate – you’re not sure how impact and profitability join up

    • Frustrated that everyone assumes that sustainability means sacrifice

    • Trying to reconcile leading a responsible business with the more traditional, societal definition of business success

  • Doors open at 8 am. Come in and get registered.

  • Item descriptionSometimes we all need a quiet moment to reflect.

    Our peace room is a quiet area we have created for you to either just sit, stand or lie down to relax, or take yourself through a self guided meditation or quiet moment.

    This room is zoned around the four seasons with prompts and resources in each space – Spring to bring in new ideas , Summer to help you bloom, autumn to encourage you to harvest and Winter to rest.

  • Join us for breakfast jointly hosted by 1% for the Planet and Grain Sustainability. 1% for the Planet is a global movement inspiring businesses to support environmental solutions through annual membership and everyday actions. 1% for the Planet accelerates smart environmental giving by advising on giving strategies, certifying donations and amplifying the impact of their global network. Grain galvanises businesses to take action on sustainability and provides the tools and strategies necessary to do so.

    The consultancy is a long-standing member of 1% for the Planet and its Joint Managing Director Madelyn Postman serves on the 1% for the Planet Board.

  • The delegate desk will be open from 08:00 until 17:00 for any issues or questions you may have.

  • The cloakroom will be open form 08:00 - 17:00 for you to drop off coats and bags.

  • Come and see the excellent exhibitors!

    Tea and Coffee will be available

  • Join us across two stages, breakout spaces as well as networking sessions throughout the day.

  • A break to digest all of the morning’s knowledge over a complimentary hot buffet plant-based lunch.

    This is included in your Better Business Summit ticket price.

  • Closing Speech is at 16.45 and the venue closes at 18:30

  • Join us in the Pink Room @ Yes Bar, a five minute walk from the venue to network and catch up with other attendees!

    Free welcome drink

    38 Charles Street, Manchester, M1 7DB

    Our DJ set times are as follows:

    17:30 – 19:00 – Jordan Villa (House & Disco Vibes)
    19:00 – 20:30Sloop Jon B (Funk, Soul, Jazz, Reggae & Electronica)
    20:30 – 21:00Jordan Villa (House & Disco Vibes)
    21:00 – 22:00Joss Stop Oil (Housey / Garage Floor Fillers)
    22:00 – 00:00 – Jordan Villa (House & Disco Vibes)

FUTURES STAGE hosted by Ngunan Adamu, who’ll keep the energy high and make sure you don’t miss a thing from our awesome lineup of speakers and sessions. This stage is sponsored by Rumpus.

  • Get key insights from BBN Founder Hannah Cox on how to make the most out of Day Two of the Better Business Summit.

  • Join Jonathan Dee from Swizzels Matlow, who will focusing on the importance of corporate culture in driving sustainability, and the social impact work they do as a business. He'll explore the power of partnerships, why doing something is better than doing nothing and how good business has helped the heritage brand continue to remain future proof

  • In this compelling fireside chat, Darcia Schouten from Toms and Joss Ford from Enviral explore the power of storytelling in driving social impact. As the brand behind the iconic "one-for-one" model, Toms Shoes has used its narrative to not only sell shoes but to shape conversations around corporate responsibility and social good.

    Supported by Following the Footprints, an independent volunteer-led platform, powered by people working on climate. They dig into how consumer goods brands are innovating to be more sustainable. Inject some inspiration into your inbox by signing up to their weekly newsletter here: https://read.followingthefootprints.com/

  • Join us for an exclusive screening of City Spaces, a stunning film created for the RHS by Jason Cloudgardener, the YouTuber renowned for his innovative take on urban gardening and sustainable spaces. This film takes a deep dive into how we can transform our cities into greener, more sustainable environments, highlighting practical solutions and visionary designs.

    Following the screening, Jason will be on hand for a Q&A session, where he’ll discuss his creative process, the challenges of integrating nature into urban spaces, and the importance of rethinking our approach to city living. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from one of the leading voices in the green movement and explore how we can all contribute to building a more sustainable future, one city at a time

  • Join Alex Pimor from Earth Law Center and Graham Hansen, our BBN Nature on the Board who have teamed up to explore a transformative idea: integrating nature as a stakeholder in business governance.

  • Join Yvonne Cobb, a leading expert in nutrition and leadership, as she reveals how the right fuel can power your mind, body, and leadership potential. In this dynamic talk, Yvonne will break down simple yet powerful nutrition strategies that can optimize your energy, focus, and decision-making skills—key ingredients for bold leadership.


    You’ll learn how to balance your diet for sustained performance, boost your productivity through mindful eating, and discover the hidden connection between what you eat and how you lead. This isn’t just about food—it’s about fueling your purpose to lead with clarity, confidence, and impact. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, or leader in any field, this session will give you the tools to take your leadership to the next level—starting with what’s on your plate.

  • Join Reg Cobb from Deaf Plus as he explores the future of accessibility for deaf people in a rapidly changing world. In this insightful session, Reg will highlight cutting-edge technological advances, the power of collaboration between charities, and practical strategies for reducing costs in equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives.

  • Join our Dragons, Mike Smith (Open Media), Russ Avery (Avery & Brown) and Rosi Croom (AD Net Zero) in choosing our Pioneer of the Year. Our five shortlisted BBN Members will present their stories with feedback and questions from the judges. Then it's down to Audience Vote on who wins the coveted crown!

  • Find out our Pioneer of the Year and join Founder of BBN Hannah to wrap up the Summit before we all go and party!

  • Join Ben Tolhurst and Samantha Cooper for an urgent and thought-provoking talk on the Business Declares Manifesto, a call to action for businesses navigating the complexities of the polycrisis. As we face escalating global risks, including climate change and social inequality, this manifesto lays out a renewed set of commitments for businesses to embrace as part of the solution, not the problem.

  • In 1869 a 4,030km Inland Customs Line ran across the length of India, to enforce a salt tax. Within seven years, a famine engulfed India and between six and ten million people starved to death due to poor British food policies like this. Hannah Cox plans to run the entire length in just 100 days, finishing at her Dad's childhood home in Calcutta. Her aim is to raise £1,000,000 for communities impacted by climate change. Project Salt Run highlights that when we take more than we need, we compromise the ability of future generations to meet their needs.

    She is not an athlete, simply someone who wants to show that we can all do something outside of our comfort zone to help those that need it the most. Learn more about this challenge and the incredible story of how it came about.

  • Join John Lever for an inspiring and unconventional look at the lessons learned from building Dark Woods Coffee, a business that has made impact its core. In this talk, John will share what he has learnt as the surprising business insights and strategies that have driven the company’s success, from sourcing beans with a commitment to sustainability to building a brand that stands for more than just coffee.

    Supported by Following the Footprints, an independent volunteer-led platform, powered by people working on climate. They dig into how consumer goods brands are innovating to be more sustainable. Inject some inspiration into your inbox by signing up to their weekly newsletter here: https://read.followingthefootprints.com/

  • Katya Willems is offering free 15 minute 1:1 EFT sessions at the Horizon Stage on Wednesday and Thursday in the lunch breaks. Book here

    EFT is great for lightening and overcoming all sorts of emotional blocks - eg procrastination, self doubt, anxiety, anger, people pleasing + lack of boundaries. It's also a brilliant confidence booster. So perfect for smoothing out those nerves at a two day Summit.

    The way EFT works is by tapping gently on meridian (or pressure) points around the body which then send calming signals to the amygdala (the part of the brain that processes emotions).

    Book here

  • Join Founder of Eternal Flame Ken Dunn for a 15-minute exploration of how a $150 million investment in Nigeria’s Agonrin Sea Beach project is set to impact some of the 2.3 billion people who still cook over open fires. By providing Eco Cook Bags, renewable energy, and creating a sustainable eco-city, this initiative has the potential to transform lives, reduce carbon footprints, and empower local communities. Ken will question why such impactful solutions are not being more widely adopted and challenge the global development system’s reluctance to scale simple, life-saving innovations.

  • Join Gareth Presch as he unveils his groundbreaking plans to attract investment into Manchester, helping drive the future of global health and innovation. Learn how WHIS is transforming healthcare through innovation and is working to support Manchester becoming a the city and a hub for health and sustainable development, aligning with his mission at the World Health Innovation Summit to connect business with societal impact. Gareth will challenge the status quo, advocating for a shift towards investing in cities that are not just growing but innovating in health, sustainability, and economic resilience.

  • No panels, but what if we called it a Hannel? A bunch of Hannah's talking.

  • Join us for an inspiring screening of ACTionism, a thought-provoking film by Re-Action Collective, starring Ellie Meredith. This film explores the power of coming together and shifting from passive consumers to active citizens—showing how collective action can drive real change. Including a Q&A with the Re-Action Collective and their filmmaker, running over the creative process and the journey behind the film.

    Through a compelling narrative, ACTionism emphasizes the importance of doing things with others, not to others, and how finding your community of like-minded individuals can amplify your impact. Following the screening, Ellie Meredith will take part in a Q&A, offering insight into the creative process behind the film, the themes of collective action, and the journey to inspire people to make a difference together.

HORIZON STAGE will be run by Sophie Lee, making sure the vibes are great and the sessions flow smoothly all day.

  • Join Fiona Ras-Jones, founder of Mission Works and B Corp B Leader, for a dynamic session on how to turn your mission into action. As the creator of the Mission Roadmap®, Fiona helps mission-driven businesses solve social and environmental challenges profitably. In this session, she’ll guide you through building and embedding a clear, actionable mission that proves there’s a better way to do business—one that impacts both the bottom line and the world.

    With experience working with brands like Patagonia, North Star Coffee, and Wholegrain Digital, Fiona will share insights on how to design a mission roadmap that drives real change. Whether you’re just starting or refining your approach, this talk will help you take your business from vision to measurable impact.

  • Industry expert Josh Pitman is running a session on the what, how and why of sustainable packaging materials, supply chains and designs.

    Come to see a brief presentation and engage in an open conversation around your challenges, questions on materials, recycling, and infrastructure.

  • Join JK McQuin from Where the Mind Grows with an invitation to get curious about ‘well-being’ and ‘burnout’ in the field of ‘better businesses. Shining a cynical eye on ‘workplace wellness fluff’ and turning to Nature's entrepreneurs for long-lasting resilience strategies.

    You'll discover how ancient trees, resourceful octopi, and even microscopic mavericks have mastered the art of thriving under pressure, change and complexity- without burning out or losing their sh*t. Tired of the "hustle harder" mantra? Ready to get re-connected with Nature’s knowledge of sustainable leadership? Bring your real-life workplace vitality challenges, as we learn from Nature through Biomimicry and living-systems approaches.

WORKSHOPS

CATALYST CONVERSATIONS run by Jamie Bettles, helping you engage and dive into exciting debates,fostering a community where perspectives are broadened, and meaningful connections are made.

  • Like the popular card game that you don't play with your nan at Christmas, Climate Against Humanity, hosted by Molly from Effable, will explore the climate crimes and conundrums while letting you, our audience, fill in the blanks. Come along, play along, and get serious about climate and business.

  • In this interactive session led by Apolline Roger at ClientEarth, we invite you to reflect on the barriers and gaps that prevent you from pursuing your regenerative goals or from making progress more easily.

    This is a chance to share your experiences and challenges openly, without seeking immediate answers, but with a focus on understanding your unique needs.
    Through thoughtful discussion, we will explore how new deep legal codes, legal practices and scaffolding could play a pivotal role in helping overcome these obstacles.

FRIDAY 17TH JANUARY

Join us for a day in nature. Information here.