Panel: Building a Culture that Works

It’s Everyone’s Responsibility To Build a Great Culture—How Do You Do It?

Culture isn’t just the responsibility of leadership—everyone, from senior leadership to individual contributors, shapes it. But what does it truly take to foster a culture where people thrive, innovate, and collaborate effectively?

In this panel, we’ll bring together voices from different levels of leadership, diverse company stages, and varied industry experiences to explore how culture is built and sustained in real-world environments.

Expect a dynamic discussion filled with actionable takeaways, fresh perspectives, and real stories from those actively shaping their company cultures. Whether you’re a leader, an individual contributor, or somewhere in between, this session will inspire you to actively build the environment where you and those around you thrive.


Date

Tuesday Apr 8 / 05:05PM BST ( 50 minutes )

Location

Windsor (5th Fl.)

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