Price: £750 +VAT members / £900 +VAT non members
Venue: The Roundthorn Country Hotel, Penrith, CA11 8SJ
This programme is designed to support emerging and developing female leaders who want to strengthen their confidence, capability and impact. Across a blend of guided learning, reflection, and practical tools, participants will gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their leadership style, and how to lead others more effectively.
The experience is intentionally interactive and a safe space for exploring your personal leadership style. Working within a group you will naturally build a supportive network, and create a personalised development plan to take forward beyond the programme. Whether stepping into leadership for the first time or wanting to refine existing skills, the programme provides structure, challenge, and encouragement to help each person thrive.
Objectives of the programme:
• Identify personal development needs and create a practical plan to address them throughout the programme.
• Build understanding of a range of leadership and management techniques, and recognise when each approach is most effective.
• Explore and articulate your leadership style, with space to reflect on and strengthen key behaviours.
• Develop a supportive peer network to encourage accountability and sustained action through the programme.
Introductory session
• Welcome and programme orientation
• Overview of pre-work
Module 1 – Self Awareness
• Your leadership journey to date and key objectives for growth
• Understanding personal purpose, values, brand and resilience
• Exploring wellbeing and strategies for maintaining personal effectiveness
Module 2 – Leadership
• Overview of leadership styles and defining your authentic approach
• Team development, expectations and motivation
• Time management, delegation and navigating change
• Approaching difficult conversations with clarity and confidence
• Supporting and sustaining team wellbeing
Module 3 – Personal Effectiveness
• Building habits for success and future-proofing your skills
• Influencing with purpose and impact
• Reflecting on what you’ve learnt
• Developing a personal action plan for continued growth
Feedback on the programme
“I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude and share my positive experience with the Female Leaders Program. The program was nothing short of transformative. The sessions were thoughtfully designed, offering valuable insights into leadership strategies, emotional intelligence, and effective communication. I particularly appreciated the focus on addressing challenges unique to women in leadership roles, as it created a relatable and empowering learning environment. Heather was outstanding—knowledgeable, approachable, and inspiring. The practical exercises and sharing of real-life stories within the group, provided tools I could immediately apply to my role, making the experience both meaningful and actionable. Moreover, the networking opportunities with like-minded women were invaluable. Building connections with other participants has helped me greatly. Thank you for creating such a dynamic and enriching space for growth. I feel more confident, equipped, and motivated to embrace leadership challenges and opportunities. Please continue this important work of empowering women leaders—it truly makes a difference!” Happy Mums
“I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude and share my positive experience with the Female Leaders Program. The program was nothing short of transformative. The sessions were thoughtfully designed, offering valuable insights into leadership strategies, emotional intelligence, and effective communication. I particularly appreciated the focus on addressing challenges unique to women in leadership roles, as it created a relatable and empowering learning environment. Heather was outstanding—knowledgeable, approachable, and inspiring. The practical exercises and sharing of real-life stories within the group, provided tools I could immediately apply to my role, making the experience both meaningful and actionable. Moreover, the networking opportunities with like-minded women were invaluable. Building connections with other participants has helped me greatly. Thank you for creating such a dynamic and enriching space for growth. I feel more confident, equipped, and motivated to embrace leadership challenges and opportunities. Please continue this important work of empowering women leaders—it truly makes a difference!” Sarah Linnett, Willow Tree Nursery