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LONDON

21 New Globe Walk, London SE1 9DT

18.09.20248:45 AM 5:00 PM BST

You are invited to attend Comms Club, a complimentary one-day event designed to inspire change in your workplace.

Key Presenters

Frank Wolf

StaffbaseChief Strategy Officer & Author of “The Narrative Age”

Ann-Marie Peacock

Mobile Broadband Network Limited (MBNL)Communications, Change and Engagement Manager

Henry Davies

106 CommsFounder and Communications Consultant

Sarah Manes

StaffbaseSenior Director of Product, Comms Management

Xeniya Shilina

MedtronicSenior Manager, Internal Change Communications

Chris Maloney

Rolls-Royce Global Head of Content and Channels (internal)

Louise Harris

Connected Comms SocietyStrategic Communications Consultant

Sonya Poonian

Simply, a Gallagher CompanyDigital Workplace and AI Transformation Consulting Director

Charles Radclyffe

EthicsAnswerCEO

Sara Barrow

Arriva Rail LondonHead of Communications

Lottie Bazley

StaffbaseInternal Communications Manager

Lara Widera

StaffbaseCommunication Consultant

Beth Perry

First CentralHead of Internal Communications and Culture

Jonathan Claxton

Moto HospitalityInternal Communications Coordinator

Ali Atkin

CEFInternal Communications Manager

Vicki Pope

StaffbaseManager, Client Success NEUR

Kameka McLean

Walker CripsGroup Head of HR

Christine Shukis-Brown

King's College LondonDeputy Director, Communications & External Affairs

Joakim Nørholm Vasehus

TORMHead of Communications

Read the Full Agenda

08:45 - 09:30

Registration & Breakfast

Kickstart your day with a light breakfast while networking with fellow attendees.

09:30 - 10:15

MBNL Case Study: Reducing Business Impact through Clear Change Programmes

Ann-Marie Peacock, Communications, Change and Engagement Manager at MBNL, will present a compelling case study on the power of strategic narratives during significant change. She will discuss how capturing and communicating a company's vision can inspire and connect employees, especially during challenging restructures and reorganizations.

Drawing from her experience working with MBNL's senior leaders, Ann-Marie will share insights on navigating redundancies and operational changes while maintaining employee morale and alignment.

10:15 - 11:00

The Science of Storytelling: How to Craft Strategic Narratives

Using the power of strategic narratives in communication is a transformative strategy. It inspires and empowers businesses and delivers tangible outcomes by creating engaging and authentic connections with stakeholders.

In this session, Frank Wolf will facilitate an interactive discussion that delves into the science of storytelling. He will explore how organizations can gain a competitive edge by leveraging the art of storytelling to build compelling, authentic relationships with their stakeholders.

11:00 - 11:45

Build Your Own Gamified Experience

Xeniya Shilina, Senior Manager of Internal Change Communications at Medtronic, will showcase how she has successfully implemented gamified experiences in her role. Drawing from her extensive career, Xeniya will highlight the impact of gamification on employee engagement and motivation.

Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate in teams and create their own gamified communication strategies during this hands-on session.

11:00 - 11:45

The Forgotten Art of Training Managers in Key Communication Skills

Louise Harris, Strategic Communications Consultant at Connected Comms Society, will address the often-overlooked need for training people managers in effective communication. As digitization increases, managers can become disconnected from organizational objectives.

Louise will demonstrate how, with the proper training, managers can become invaluable assets in delivering critical corporate messaging. This session will provide practical strategies for empowering managers to communicate effectively with their teams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and enhancing overall engagement.

11:00 - 11:45

The latest Tech to Unlock the Power of Inspirational Communication

The Staffbase commitment to innovation means that we keep busy year-round dreaming up cutting edge solutions to help companies inspire people to achieve great things together. Join Lara Widera, Communications Consultant and Sarah Manes, Senior Director of Product, Comms Management as they discuss how Staffbase supports Internal Communicators in their daily comms from email, to app and intranet communications and find out more about our newest innovations including Mission Control.

11:45 - 12:30

Networking Lunch & Interactive Demos/Games

Enjoy a delicious lunch while exploring innovative demos and participating in fun games.

12:30 - 13:10

Equity in an Age of AI Digitisation

This session is focused on maintaining inclusivity in a dispersed work environment, where reaching all employees with equitable communication can be challenging. Kameeka will explore how some technological advancements, particularly in AI, intended to enhance inclusivity, can sometimes unintentionally reinforce or increase bias instead of reducing it. The discussion will center on strategies to overcome these challenges, ensuring that technology and communication practices are both fair and effective for all employees.

13:10 - 13:55

Customer Panel: How to Make Employees Care - Engagement Tactics That Really Work

Ready to crack the code on employee engagement? Join our panel of Staffbase customers who’ve mastered the art of getting their employees' attention. We’re talking personalized messages that hit home, interactive platforms, and recognition programs that actually make people feel good.

Plus, tips on building a positive company culture and feedback loops that keep everyone in the loop. Get ready to listen, learn, and leave with ideas that’ll really resonate with your organization!

On the panel, Vicki Pope, Staffbase Client Success Manager will be joined by: Beth Perry, Head of Internal Communications and Culture at First Central; Jonathan Claxton, Internal Communications Coordinator at Moto; Joakim Norholm Vasehus, Head of Internal Communications at Torm and Lottie Bazley, Internal Comms Manager at Staffbase!

13:55 - 14:40

Your Channel Ethics and How to Promote Healthy Debate

Chris Maloney, Global Head of Content and Channels at Rolls-Royce, will present an enlightening session on navigating channel ethics in the workplace. In today's era of transparency and open communication, striking a balance between free speech and upholding company policies can be challenging.

Chris will delve into the complexities of managing Enterprise Social Networks and facilitating honest discussions while respecting organizational guidelines. Learn practical strategies for promoting healthy debate that aligns with your company's values and enhances communication effectiveness.

13:55 - 14:40

The Art of Saying No to Leaders and Not Getting Fired

Henry Davies, Founder and Communications Consultant at 106 Comms, will share invaluable insights on mastering the delicate art of saying no to leaders. Henry, joined on stage by Sara Barrow, Head of Communications at Arriva Rail London, will demonstrate how effective communication strategies can enhance an organization's strategic influence.

Learn when and how to diplomatically decline requests, ensuring alignment with overarching goals and maximizing the impact of your messages and campaigns. This session explores the skilful balance of assertiveness and diplomacy required to navigate challenging scenarios while maintaining professional relationships and achieving communication objectives.

13:55 - 14:40

The latest Tech to Unlock the Power of Inspirational Communication

14:40 - 15:00

Networking Break

Take a short break to refresh and connect with other attendees.

15:00 - 15:40

Connecting Employees: Creative Approaches to Engagement and Communication

In this presentation, Ali Atkin, Internal Comms Manager at CEF will explore how CEF moved away from outdated communication methods like Sharepoint and quarterly printed magazines, to adopting a dynamic platform that fosters a family feel and connects colleagues .

Discover their successful rollout strategy, engaging content initiatives, and creative campaigns that celebrate employees and drive interaction. Learn how they track engagement, balance informative and fun content, and plan to expand their communications with tailored approaches for diverse regions and languages.

15:40 - 16:20

Generative AI Panel - Choosing Innovation Over Fear

The final panel session of the day delves into the ethical use of generative AI tools in the workplace. We aim to gain a competitive advantage and foster enterprise innovation. This session is chaired by Patrick Hulbert, Content & Communications Director at Simply, a Gallagher company.

Charles Radclyffe, CEO of EthicsAnswer and former Head of AI at Fidelity, will explore ethical considerations in AI utilization, navigating potential pitfalls of the AI revolution while distinguishing essential applications from unnecessary noise.

Frank Wolf, Chief Strategy Officer and author of "The Narrative Age" at Staffbase will also join this thought-provoking discussion on responsibly leveraging AI to shape a progressive and innovative workplace culture.

Sonya Poonian, Simply, a Gallagher Company Digital Workplace & AI Transformation Consulting Director, will look at some of the challenges Simply’s clients are facing.

Dr Christine Brown, Deputy Director, Communications and External Affairs, King’s College London, talks about her use of generative AI technologies at work and how they are adopting it at the university.

16:20 - 16:30

Closing Remarks & Wrap Up

Conclude the day with final thoughts and key takeaways from the event.

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