Queen’s Business School is delighted to host the third event in our Business Breakfast Insights series, titled “The Leadership Pendulum: Restoring Balance Between People and Performance”, taking place on Wednesday, 15 October at 8:30 am.

This timely session will explore how leadership is evolving in response to shifting workplace dynamics, post-pandemic challenges, and global uncertainty. Attendees will gain fresh perspectives on how to lead with purpose while driving performance in today’s complex business environment.

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Juliet Hassard

Dr. Hassard is an occupational health psychologist whose research focuses on creating psychologically safe and healthy workplaces. Her keynote will introduce a value-based leadership framework, encouraging leaders to reflect on how people-first strategies can be realistically implemented in high-performance environments.

Expert Panel Speakers

Brendan Mooney – CEO, Kainos Plc
A transformative leader in Northern Ireland’s tech sector, Brendan has steered Kainos through decades of growth while championing purpose-driven leadership. His return as CEO in 2024 reinforces the company’s commitment to innovation, inclusion, and employee wellbeing.

Caroline van der Feltz – UK HR Director, Danske Bank
Caroline brings global HR expertise and a strong voice for inclusive leadership. Under her guidance, Danske Bank has earned Gold Diversity Mark accreditation and recognition as a ‘world-class’ employer, reflecting her dedication to progressive people strategies.

Conor O’Rourke – Co-Founder, Root & Rise
An emerging leader and MBA candidate at Queen’s, Conor is reshaping how businesses approach wellbeing and sustainable growth. His work integrates emotional intelligence and conscious leadership to help organisations thrive holistically.

Talking Points 

• How can leaders restore balance between people and performance in volatile times?
• What does value-based leadership look like in practice?
• How are organisations adapting people policies post-pandemic?
• What role does emotional intelligence play in sustainable leadership?
• How can businesses embed wellbeing into their growth strategies?

Why Attend?

• Gain actionable insights from leading voices in business and academia.
• Network with peers and share ideas on leadership and sustainability.
• Explore practical strategies for embedding purpose into performance.

This event is part of Queen’s Business School’s commitment to serving business and society by promoting dialogue, innovation, and leadership excellence.

Register now to secure your place and be part of the conversation shaping the future of leadership. Click here.

 

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Lindsay McCrudden, lindsay.mccrudden@qub.ac.uk