Join iCAN & Kennedys for practical advice, honest conversations and peer learning for ERG leaders navigating impact, burnout and change.
Hosted by iCAN in partnership with Kennedys, this event has been designed for ERG leads, co-chairs, members, executive sponsors and DEI professionals who want to have honest conversations about what it actually takes to lead an employee network today.
ERG leadership can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be challenging. Many leaders are balancing volunteer responsibilities alongside full-time roles, navigating changing organisational priorities, supporting members through difficult global events and working to demonstrate meaningful impact with limited time and resources.
This event is not about what ERGs are. It's about how to lead them well.
About the Session
This practical evening will bring together ERG leaders, DEI practitioners and executive sponsors for an honest conversation about the realities of ERG leadership today.
Through a candid panel, facilitated breakout discussions and networking opportunities, attendees will explore the challenges many networks are facing and share practical strategies that can be applied within their own organisations.
The session has been designed to create space for the conversations that don't always happen publicly, from burnout and sponsorship to navigating difficult news cycles and demonstrating impact.
SPEAKERS TO BE ANNOUNCED VERY SOON!
Topics will include:
➡️ Supporting members through difficult global events and news cycles
➡️ Moving from a calendar of events to a purposeful strategy
➡️ Demonstrating impact and linking ERG activity to business priorities
➡️ Managing volunteer burnout and sustainable leadership
➡️ Building meaningful relationships with executive sponsors
➡️ Creating ERGs that remain relevant, resilient and effective
The evening will conclude with networking, providing attendees with the opportunity to connect with fellow ERG leaders, DEI professionals and executive sponsors from across the industry.
Whether you're leading an established network, launching a new one or supporting ERGs from a DEI perspective, this event will provide practical insights, honest perspectives and valuable connections to support your journey.
Additional Information
• Photographs will be taken during the event and used for promotional usage. If you do not wish to appear in pictures, please inform the photographers or one of the iCAN team on the day.
• If you are unable to attend, please let us know in advance so we can offer your space to someone on the waiting list.
• Please have your Eventbrite QR code ready at check-in to ensure a smooth entry on the day of the event.