Welcome & Icebreakers
17:00
Welcome remarks
A word from Career Masterclass
17:05
STRETCH Conference /The Career Masterclass Journey
Career Masterclass has a clear objective: to make career advancement accessible to individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds and minority groups across the globe.
That’s why it’s crucial for us to identify the current realities, including the professionals in this category who are gradually democratising the workplace for their peers.
Listen as Bukola Adisa, Founder of Career Masterclass, shares how we can and should celebrate industry trailblazers paving the way for ethnically diverse professionals in their respective fields.
A word from our sponsor
17:10
A word from our sponsors
Opening keynote
17:15
Message from keynote speaker
Fireside chat with Senior Executive
17:35
Inspirational Leadership
We’ve all heard of the proverbial glass ceiling keeping women from moving past a particular level of career growth. But over the years, more and more women have consistently proven that limitation is primarily a matter of one’s willingness to kick against the status quo and keep creating space for themselves and others like them at the table.
This session is not to be missed. Hear from inspirational and successful women leaders from within and outside the black community on their secrets of success.
Senior Leaders Panel | Q&A
18:10
Rise to Lead: Championing Change at Work
This panel will explore how aspirational professionals can leverage leadership as a springboard for personal growth and positive transformation. Senior leaders will discuss their journeys as trailblazers who have harnessed leadership positions to effect change and create meaningful impact within their organisations. They will also dive into actionable strategies for embracing leadership roles as platforms to drive innovation, diversity, and progress
Networking Break
18:40
Time to STRETCH
Now’s the time to stretch a little; talk to someone new and connect with another attendee. We will be back.
Trailblazers Panel | Q&A
18:50
The Path Less Travelled: Career Moves that Blaze a Trail
The top 1% of successful professionals have all had to take hard decisions, make pivots and step out of their comfort zones throughout their career journey.
In this panel, we will listen to successful senior professionals who fearlessly reshaped their career trajectories, defied norms and are reaping extraordinary rewards. Gain direct access to their hard-won wisdom and strategic insights, so you can navigate your own path.
The Career Masterclass Platform
19:20
VIDEO: The Career Masterclass Platform
STRETCH25 List
19:30
From fostering inclusive workplaces to championing equitable opportunities, these trailblazers have reshaped the landscape of Corporate UK and are truly making a difference at work. We present to you our #STRETCH25!
Closing Remarks / Vote of Thanks
19:50
Closing Remarks
Announcements
19:55
Announcements