Phoenix 3: Pioneer Change Leadership Conference

Dates: 10^th & 11^th November 2025 – IN-PERSON TICKET OPTION

Unlike traditional conferences that often recycle the same voices and frameworks, the Aspire Pioneer Change Conference is a bold, visionary space for those ready to lead transformation, not just talk about it. Rooted in authenticity, inclusivity, and global impact, this event brings together trailblazers from diverse backgrounds to challenge norms, share lived experiences, and co-create the future of leadership. With a focus on real-world change aligned to UN Sustainable Development Goal 5 (Gender Equality), every session is designed to spark innovation, foster connection, and equip attendees with the tools to become powerful agents of change in their careers, organisations and communities.

Key Learning Skills:

• Leading with Impact
• Inspiring Others
• Resilience & Persistence

We are delighted that Dr Sam Collins, Founder and CEO of Aspire and recognised by her late Majesty, The Queen, as one of ‘The Top 200 Women to Impact Business and Industry’ and by CNN as ‘A Woman Shaping the World’ will again facilitate this event personally alongside an inspiring line up of guests and speakers and with attendees from across the UK and world.

Join us for 2 immersive days (plus pre and post webinars) and develop your Leading with Impact, Inspiring Others and Resilience skill sets and tool kits. For managers, directors and executives from across industries and sectors moving from management to transformative, purpose-driven leadership.

Outcomes:

• Gain fresh thinking and practical tools to fuel your own career strategy, organisational needs and community impact.
• Develop skills to lead and communicate with impact from a 360 perspective to your team, peers, senior people and other stakeholders
• Explore topics that matter to you right now, from work/life balance to workplace culture change to climate-conscious leadership, in a candid forum.
• Trade perspectives with a cross-industry network that challenges assumptions and sparks new ideas.
• Learn new and actionable skills for leading others with positive and purposeful impact.
• Gain neuroscience backed tools to be resilient, consistent and implement changes.
• Increase your tolerance for stress and uncertainty and develop strategies for how to maintain momentum and not burn out.
• Network with a confidential peer group of attendees with multiple perspectives, ideas and support.
• Leave with an actionable plan and the encouragement of others who share your ambitions.
• Be part of a global change initiative to develop 1 million change leaders by 2030.

Why attend?

For you: Because you’re ready to learn new leadership skills and make a bigger impact.
For your organisation: Because leaders who can blend inspiration, resilience and impact deliver results and change workplaces for the better.
For the world: Because we need more people who can think bigger and contribute towards equality and societal change.

Organisational & Business Benefits

Phoenix 3 isn’t just transformational for individuals—it delivers measurable value for organisations:

• Future-Ready Leadership
  Equip your leaders with the mindset and skills to navigate disruption, drive innovation, and lead ethically.
• Inclusive Culture Building
  Foster psychological safety, equity, and belonging—key drivers of retention and performance.
• Strategic Alignment
  Align leadership development with ESG goals, SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and organisational purpose.
• Talent Development & Retention
  Invest in your people’s growth and wellbeing to build resilient, high-performing teams.
• Post-Event Impact Tools
  Receive summaries and strategic insights to share with sponsors, boards, and teams.

Accountability Webinars

Attend live or listen to the recording of 2 x 60 minute virtual seminars in October and November 2025.

• Set goals and prepare for 2 day events.
• Ask questions and discuss learning.
• Celebrate successes. and hold yourself and others to account to do what you/they say they will do.
• Develop consistent habits in-between events..
• Implement learnings in the real world and track results.
• Gain a new network and community.

Accommodation

Accommodations for in-person attendees are not provided as part of this programme. Those who are travelling to Aspire will need to make their own arrangements. Aspire discounted rooms at the Hilton Hotel Heathrow Terminal 4 can be booked directly with the hotel and there are various other hotels nearby.

Discounts

Additional discounts for multiple bookings, groups and teams. 2 tickets = 10% discount | 3 -5 tickets = 15% discount | 5 – 9 tickets = 20% discount | 10 + tickets = 25% discount

Phoenix Programme Leader & Guest Speakers

Dr Sam Collins, Aspire CEO and Founder- “Achieve the Impossible”

Dr Sam Collins, Founder and CEO of Aspire was recognised by her late Majesty, The Queen as one of 'The Top 200 Women to Impact Business and Industry' and by CNN as 'A Woman Shaping the World'.  

Robert Silverstone, Coach, Writer, Speaker

Named as "A Top 100 Minds on Personal Development" by Leadership excellence Magazine, Robert Silverstone is an accomplished coach, writer, and speaker with a passion for helping individuals and organisations unlock their full potential.

Destiny Vaughan, Founder, Mind the Gap Ireland- “Shooting Stars”

Activist of the Year at the Black And Irish Gala Awards. She was also recognised as one of the "50 Ones to Watch" in 2023 by the Irish Independent and nominated for the Goss.ie Women of the Year award for her impactful contributions.

Brian Ballantyne, Product Marketing Manager

Brian Ballantyne pioneered change at Vodafone by instigating the launch of a global LGBTQ+ network.

Kamila Sidiqi, Activist

Kamila Sidiqi is a prominent women’s rights and economic activist who has worked in leadership roles in different sectors in Afghanistan and the United Kingdom.

Kate O’Brien, Executive Director, Costa Foundation

Kate has worked for over 20 years across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors, in both international and national organisations.

Nicole Mott, Enterprise Account Director, ActiveOps

With over three decades of experience, Nicole is a passionate and innovative leader specialising in insurance, operations.

Sarah Finch, CEO, Marches Academy Trust

Sarah Finch is CEO of The Marches Academy Trust (MAT), a multi-academy sponsor based in Shropshire, UK.

The Pioneers, Velonetic

The Pioneers is a network of talented and highly capable women, brought together by a shared goal of empowering.

Dr. Susanne Coles, Director, Innovate UK

Dr. Susanne Coles is a senior leader at Innovate UK, the UK’s Innovation Agency, where she serves as Deputy Director for the Innovation Finance.

Carolyn Clarke, Chief Pioneer, BRAVE Within LLP

Carolyn Clarke is an entrepreneur, advocate for responsible business practices and a leading governance and finance professional.

Karen McDonagh Reynolds, CTrO, Transformation Executive, Board member, Award winning CIO

Karen McDonagh Reynolds, CTrO, Transformation Executive, Board member, Award winning CIO

Dr. Patricia Gestoso, Founder at Gestoso Consulting | Director at Dassault Systèmes- “The Future of AI is Female”

Dr. Patricia Gestoso, Founder at Gestoso Consulting | Director at Dassault Systèmes

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