The Power of Conversation: An Open Discussion About Feedback And Transparent Communication in the Workplace

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In times of change, both positive and negative, the key to maintaining top performance from colleagues is regular, honest feedback. As we enter a UK recession and many sectors face challenges, organisations must facilitate honest and transparent conversations between team members. This way, they create a safe environment for employees to share their concerns, and to communicate their wants or needs, so that they can fulfil their true potential.

In this exclusive panel discussion broadcast LIVE from the London Stock Exchange, Saskia Larsen of education provider Activate Learning and Fiona Campbell Downes of beverage manufacturer AG Barr, sit down to discuss how they have helped their employees thrive; by using innovative performance and talent software and making feedback a strategic focus of the business. They will discuss the power of meaningful connections within the team, organisational values and culture, cross-functional conversations, wellbeing check-ins, and more.

Fiona Campbell-Downes

AG Barr Head of HR Operations & OD

Fiona is the Head of HR Operations and OD for AG Barr, a UK-based branded multi beverage business, well known for soft drinks such as Irn Bru and Rubicon. Fiona has several years HR experience and her particular interest areas are colleague experience and HR technology.

Saskia Larsen

Activate Learning Group Director of People and Development

I am currently the Group Director of People and Development at Activate Learning, having followed a successful and varied career within the Further Education sector. In my role, I am privileged to lead our human resources, talent, learning and development and diversity and inclusion teams across the entire organisation, in support of our staff journey and our Learning Philosophy.

My work is driven by my passion for creating an environment where our employees can come to work and be themselves at their best. I am a firm believer that everyone has the potential to achieve and develop in an emotionally secure environment, for the right reasons.

When I am not working you will find me in my garden, spending quality time with family and friends or exploring new culinary creations.

Hamzah Hafesji

Advanced Group Product Manager

Hamzah is committed to helping people do their best work. As Group Product Manager for Advanced’s Performance & Talent product, he focusses on assisting organisations foster high performance and ensure its fair measurement. He is passionate about empowering employees to fulfil their potential, and in doing so enabling organisations and their teams achieve their most important goals.

Cathy Brown

Engage Employee Guest Host

A vibrant business, leadership and communications expert, Cathy has been hosting Engage Employee's live events, podcasts and webinars for over 15 years, bringing a wealth of experience from her roles at BT, Engage for Success, the Employee Ownership Association, the Initiative for Social Entrepreneurs and MusicWirks CIC.