Opening Keynote Address
Lord (Kim) Darroch KCMG
Former British Ambassador to the United States; Former British Representative to the EU
As the former British Ambassador to the US and National Security Adviser, Lord Darroch has operated at the highest levels of global diplomacy for 40 years. Drawing from his experiences navigating the UK’s relationship with the EU and his tenure in Washington D.C. during a period of historic turbulence, he will provide our attendees with rare insights into the geopolitical forces currently reshaping international trade and economic policy. In an age of uncertainty, his perspective on balancing competing priorities is essential for any global leader.
Keynote Address
Tim Bradshaw
Former Intelligence Officer, Founder & Director of Sandstone Communications & CEO, Sandstone Foundation
Drawing on his background as a British Intelligence Officer, Tim Bradshaw explores how leaders navigate uncertainty and high-stakes environments. This session moves beyond individual resilience to examine how leadership behaviours and cultural signals directly shape a team’s ability to perform. Attendees will learn practical strategies to make sound decisions with incomplete information, reduce fear-driven risk aversion, and build trust without relying on hierarchy. Gain the clarity and responsibility needed to turn decision quality into a strategic advantage when it matters most.