‘Just F**king Say It’: Confident Communication for Founders
In a transformative workshop, senior leaders mastered assertive communication, guided by Susie Ashfield and Kim Scott’s insights. The event focused on saying no, disagreeing respectfully, and delivering impactful feedback. Attendees engaged in practical sessions, enhancing leadership through open communication and radical candor.
Dinner: Navigating NED vs. Advisory Roles
Attendees enjoyed an enlightening dinner event that explored the distinctions between Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) and Advisory Board Members (ABMs). Key topics included governance, leveraging external support, and advisor compensation. The event provided strategic insights for navigating these roles effectively.
Investment day
Investment Day gathered 15 Helm investors to evaluate pitches from 10 promising businesses. Expert panels curated the presentations, fostering insightful discussions during breaks. Attendees shared experiences, discussed investment challenges, and decided on future investments, highlighting a collaborative and strategic investment environment.
Not Just Surviving – What Cancer Taught Me About Resilience
Patrick Melville's 2017 diagnosis with terminal brain cancer led him to create resilience tools now central to Melville Mental Solutions. His masterclass offered strategies on resilience, mental wellbeing, and leadership. Attendees received resources and insight from collaborations with major organizations.
June Many Heads Dinner
Helm members convened for a collaborative dinner, each presenting challenges and offering solutions, embodying the club's "give and get" philosophy. This event fostered mutual support among founders, highlighting an exchange of insights and strategies to tackle pressing issues.
Sales & Growth Leadership Day
The Sales & Growth Leadership Day empowered commercial teams with interactive workshops and peer discussions led by expert facilitators. Attendees gained valuable insights into accelerating business performance, enjoyed premium hospitality, and networked during the breakfast, lunch, and evening drinks reception.
The Brand Advantage: What Great Brands Know That You Don’t!
Simon Callender, Chief Strategy Officer at Initials CX and Honorary Visiting Fellow at Bayes Business School, delivered an insightful session on brand health's crucial role in business resilience and market relevance. He outlined five steps and questions for enhancing brand fitness.
Overcoming the Inner Critic - Unlocking Leadership Levels
Rick Snyder led a transformative breakfast event addressing leaders' inner critics, emphasizing intuition and confidence. Attendees learned to separate self-doubt from leadership decisions and fostered empowering beliefs. Snyder, founder of Invisible Edge, shared insights from his extensive experience and publications.
Many Heads on the Water - BBQ!
In the height of summer, Many Heads hosted a unique BBQ lunch on a boat, fostering peer-to-peer conversations. Founders shared challenges and gained insights from fellow members, enjoying scenic views, good food, and a supportive environment for growth and fresh ideas.