Programme Overview 

The Women in Leadership Programme is designed for the women who refuse to wait their turn, who will not shrink to fit outdated molds, and who are ready to claim the influence they’ve earned. In boardrooms, C-suites, and industries across the globe, women are breaking barriers that once confined them, rewriting the rules of power, shattering ceilings that were never meant to hold them, and shaping strategies that transform organisations and societies alike. This programme is the catalyst for those ready to step into that next level of impact, with purpose, with presence, and without compromise.

Across four immersive days, you will be equipped with the strategies, networks, and mindset to not only take a seat at the table but to reshape the table and dismantle the barriers around it. This is where you master the politics of influence, position your skills for the highest levels of governance, and raise your profile among the directors, founders, and funders who control access to opportunity. You’ll learn how high-performing boards drive value, how to disrupt entrenched succession pipelines, and how to claim visibility in the rooms where decisions define the future.

Most of all, this programme is about legacy. It is about breaking systemic barriers while building coalitions of power, creating pathways for the women who will follow, and leaving an indelible mark on the organisations, industries, and societies you touch. Breaking Barriers, Building Boards is not about playing the game better, it is about changing the game entirely, on your terms, and leading with the kind of bold, unapologetic power that outlasts you.

Programme Objectives

This programme will enable you to:

• Claim and Command Influence – Develop the executive presence and authority you need by effectively contributing to boardroom discussions and influencing key decisions.
• Strategically Position yourself for Boards – Articulate how your skills, experience, and leadership style align with the priorities and needs of high-performing boards.
• Navigate Power and Politics with Confidence – Analyse corporate networks, alliances, and decision-making dynamics to anticipate challenges and leverage opportunities for strategic outcomes.
• Negotiate and Persuade at the Executive Level – Apply advanced influence and negotiation techniques to win alignment and drive impact.
• Raise Visibility and Build Strategic Sponsorship – Develop a plan to expand your network of mentors, sponsors and advocates to accelerate access to support board and leadership opportunities.
• Design a Lasting Leadership Legacy – Define specific actions and metrics to convert your achievements into sustainable organisational and industry impact.