ASCL Cymru Business Leader Roadshow

Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Cardiff

Wellbeing, resilience and what business leaders need to know.

"This was easily the most positive, relevant and informative SBL event I have attended in my 18-year career - I came away feeling inspired and motivated." Past delegate, 2025

A Wales-specific programme
Tailored to the distinct policy landscape in Wales, with dedicated time on the Welsh Government's pilot with ISBL for 2025-26, and a full update on the implications of the May elections, this event is a unique opportunity to engage with ASCL Cymru and shape how business leadership is supported across Wales.

Strategies and tools for immediate impact

A 'state of the nation' update on the policy changes shaping business leadership in Wales, policy and election outcomes.
Insights from Education Mutual's Business Leader Wellbeing Index and tools to strengthen your own wellbeing and grit.
Practical strategies for strategic financial planning and funding resilience.
Reflections on Welsh government pilots and future direction with ISBL.
Dedicated reflection time for your personal growth and resilience.
In conversation with Nathan Hines, former British and Irish Lions rugby player on leadership, performance mindset, and resilience under pressure.
Networking and discussion time with fellow business leaders and policy specialists.

Speaker

Claire Armitstead

ASCL Cymru Director

Emma Harrison

Business Leadership Specialist

Julia Harnden

Deputy Director of Policy

Fee

ASCL member: £175 + VAT
Non-members: £199 + VAT

Programme

Within all sessions, there will be table time for discussion and peer learning.

8.45am			Registration

9.00am			Welcome and introductions

9.10am			State of the nation, Welsh policy, May election outocmes and position statements Claire Armitstead, ASCL Cymru Director

10.00am			Business Leader Wellbeing Index and personal wellbeing Andrew Marsh, Head of Sales, Education Mutual

10.45am			Refreshment break

11.00am			Reflections on Welsh government pilots, outputs and next steps Bethan Cullen, Deputy CEO, Institute of School Business Leadership (ISBL)

12.00pm			Lunch and networking

12.45pm			Strategic financial planning Julia Harnden, ASCL Deputy Director of Policy

1.30pm			Legal Update Browne Jacobson (speaker tbc)

2.00pm			Leadership, resilience, and performance mindset Nathan Hines, former British and Irish Lions rugby player

3.00pm			Close

Suitable for

This event is designed for school and college business leaders in Wales at all stages of their career, including those working in the independent and further education sectors. If you lead on finance, operations, estates, HR, or strategic business functions in an educational setting, this event is for you.