QBS Business Breakfast Insights: The Leadership Pendulum – A Conversation on Restoring Balance

Event Description

Queen’s Business School is pleased to host the third event in its Business Breakfast Insights series:
“The Leadership Pendulum: Restoring Balance Between People and Performance.”

This breakfast event will take place on Wednesday, 15 October at 8:30 am at Queen’s Business School. Attendees will enjoy a morning of meaningful discussion, networking, and practical leadership insights.

In today’s evolving business landscape, leaders are under increasing pressure to deliver results while maintaining a strong focus on people. This event brings together a panel of respected business leaders for a candid and thought-provoking conversation on how to strike that balance.

The highlight of the morning will be a dynamic discussion featuring:

• Brendan Mooney, CEO, Kainos Plc – reflecting on purpose-driven leadership in a high-growth tech environment.
• Caroline van der Feltz, UK HR Director, Danske Bank – sharing insights on inclusive leadership and building resilient workplace cultures.
• Conor O’Rourke, Co-Founder, Root & Rise – offering a next-generation perspective on emotional intelligence and sustainable business growth.
• Dr. Juliet Hassard, occupational health psychologist – providing practical strategies for embedding psychological safety into leadership practice.

Together, they will explore:

• How leaders can restore balance between people and performance
• What value-based leadership looks like in practice
• How organisations are adapting their people strategies post-pandemic
• The role of emotional intelligence in long-term success
• How wellbeing can be integrated into business growth models

Why Attend?

• Engage in a meaningful conversation with senior leaders across sectors
• Gain practical insights into leadership strategies that prioritise both performance and people
• Network with peers and professionals in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment

This event is part of Queen’s Business School’s commitment to promoting leadership excellence and supporting the business community through dialogue, innovation, and shared learning.

Register now to secure your place: https://forms.office.com/e/GDCaeRGVkL

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