Pride in Leadership Annual Conference 2025
Following the success of our inaugural Annual Conference last year, which sold out 6 weeks before the event, this year we are GOING BIG!
Pride in Leadership is pulling together a full day of brilliant talks, masterclasses and networking opportunities, and we expect over 200 LGBTQ+ leaders, aspiring leaders and allies in attendance.
Book your place online now – or contact claire@onthelevelconsultancy.com to arrange invoice or BACS payment for multiple bookings.
USE THE PROMO CODE EARLY25 FOR A DISCOUNT until September.
We have also created a Pay if Forward ticket for those who would like to buy a ticket for someone who can’t afford it.
Designed to support LGBTQ+ leaders and aspiring leaders across sectors, our inaugural Annual Conference is not-to-be-missed.
Venue – The Printworks, Manchester, M4 2BS
Agenda
08.30 – Registration and networking
09.05 – Introduction and opening
09.25 – Panel discussion – TBC
10.30 – Break and networking
11.00 – Masterclasses
Masterclass A & Masterclass B
12.00 – TED style talk
13.20 – Lunch and networking
13.20 – Masterclasses
Masterclass C & Masterclass D
14.25 – Break – return to main room
14.45 – Session – TBC
15.30 – Short break
15.50 – In conversation with TBC
16.50 – Closing remarks
5pm – Networking with drinks reception, and a smattering of live music.
8pm – Close
Book your place online now – or contact claire@onthelevelconsultancy.com to arrange invoice or BACS payment for multiple bookings.
Huge thanks to Crowe UK, Trowers and Hamlins, Charity People, SAZ MEDIA and Shoosmiths for their support.
Speaker bios (as we confirm)
Junior Beaman | Junior is a dynamic Executive Coach and Equity,
Diversity & Inclusion advocate with a passion for empowering individuals to thrive personally and professionally. With years of experience leading employee resource groups and facilitating inclusion programmes across global organisations, Junior brings deep expertise in creating safe, reflective, and transformative spaces.
As a Platinum-tier facilitator of Google’s global #IAmRemarkable programme, Junior has delivered impactful workshops to hundreds of participants, helping them find the confidence to speak up, share their stories, and own their value. He combines coaching skill, lived experience, and a people-first approach to challenge imposter syndrome and support authentic leadership.
Catherine Millan – Equity, Diversity & Inclusion specialist
Catherine Millan is a trailblazing advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) with a strong track record of helping organisations and individuals create more inclusive environments. As the Founder and Company Director of Be What You See Consultancy Ltd, she has spent her career breaking barriers, challenging discrimination, and empowering individuals to become champions of inclusion.
Catherine has led EDI initiatives in both national and international settings, designing and delivering training and resources that support the development of inclusive cultures. Her work centres on elevating underrepresented voices, preventing discrimination, and equipping people with the tools to become active allies and inclusive leaders.
Passionate about empowering young people and adults alike, Catherine has developed educational resources, including diverse children’s literature and school programmes, as well as training for professionals looking to build their confidence in EDI practice. Her work is rooted in practical action and meaningful dialogue, helping clients move beyond box-ticking to create real impact.
Whether working with senior leaders, educators, or community groups, Catherine’s work is a catalyst for real change, inspiring individuals and organisations to take meaningful action towards a more just and inclusive world.
Masterclasses
Masterclass A | Being your own advocate – why self-promotion is a leadership skill (with Junior Beaman)
Inclusion isn’t just about creating space for others – it’s also about claiming space for yourself. Yet for many professionals, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, talking openly about their achievements can feel uncomfortable or even risky. This silence comes at a cost: to confidence, to visibility, and to career progression.
#IAmRemarkable is a global initiative that empowers underrepresented groups to celebrate their achievements in the workplace and beyond. This practical and empowering session is part of the global #IAmRemarkable movement, designed to help you develop the confidence to speak up, celebrate your accomplishments, and own your worth – without apology.
This masterclass provides a supportive space to explore how cultural norms, internalised bias, and workplace dynamics can hold us back from self-advocacy, and what we can do about it.
You’ll leave with:
- Greater clarity on what makes you remarkable, and how to speak about it with confidence
- The ability to challenge the social perceptions around self-promotion
- Tools to challenge the internal barriers that keep you quiet
- Techniques to track and communicate your achievements without feeling like you’re “bragging”
Whether you’re building a career, leading a team, or stepping into a new opportunity, this workshop helps you reconnect with your voice and realise the power of showing up fully as yourself. Because accomplishments don’t always speak for themselves!
Masterclass B | Finding courage in the moment
Every leader wants to create an inclusive, respectful workplace, but what happens in those subtle, awkward moments when someone says something inappropriate or exclusionary can determine the real culture of an organisation. Microaggressions often go unchecked not because people don’t care, but because they don’t know how to respond. This session equips you to change that.
Rooted in the evidence-based ‘Active Bystander’ model, this practical and reflective masterclass will help you take meaningful action when it matters most — whether you’re the person being impacted, witnessing behaviour as a colleague, or leading a team where culture is everything.
This session combines deep understanding with a highly practical approach. Catherine brings a wealth of experience supporting leaders across sectors to confidently step into inclusive leadership — even in the moments that feel uncomfortable or uncertain.
You’ll leave with:
- A clear understanding of what microaggressions are, how they show up in professional spaces, and the harm they cause, especially for LGBTQ+ colleagues and clients
- Insight into the four key intervention strategies: Direct, Distract, Delegate, and Delay – and how to choose which one fits the moment
- Tools to confidently challenge problematic behaviour without escalating conflict
- Techniques for embedding inclusive leadership habits that prevent microaggressions before they start
- Space to reflect on your own role in shaping safer, more inclusive environments
This session offers sharp insight, relatable scenarios, and no-fluff strategies you can apply immediately – not just to protect others, but to lead with clarity, courage, and impact.
Masterclass C
Masterclass D
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The Pride in Leadership Annual Conference is proudly sponsored by:
