Leaders responsible for workplace culture, employee health and wellbeing across the North of England are being invited to attend an exclusive new regional event this April.
The first Make A Difference Leaders Lunch for the Manchester region will bring together a select group of senior professionals to share insight, challenges and best practice in a collaborative, closed-door setting.
A unique opportunity for North of England employers
Taking place in central Manchester on Thursday 16 April 2026, this inaugural gathering is designed specifically for those shaping workplace culture and wellbeing strategies within their organisations.
With a strong focus on peer-to-peer learning, the event offers a rare chance to step away from day-to-day pressures and engage in meaningful discussion with like-minded leaders from across sectors.
As with our other Leaders’ Lunches, the event is only open to representatives of employers that are not suppliers of workplace culture, employee health or wellbeing related products and services as this means guests feel able to share openly in a safe, sales-free space.
Special guest: insights from Timpson Direct
The lunch will feature a special guest speaker, Will Lankston, Managing Director of Timpson Direct (pictured here) who will share his experience and perspectives on building a strong, values-driven workplace culture.
His contribution will help frame discussions around some of the most pressing challenges facing organisations today.
Key discussion topics
After the scene-setting fireside chat with Will Lankston, attendees will be able to share challenges and solutions around two critical areas for organisations looking to strengthen their approach to employee health and wellbeing:
- How to secure and maintain senior leadership buy-in
- How to create a joined-up approach across the business
Event details
Make a Difference Leaders Club: Manchester Region Gathering
- Date: Thursday 16 April 2026
- Time: 12:00–15:00 (lunch provided)
- Location: Central Manchester
- Cost: Free to attend
The event is kindly hosted by Henry Boot and is limited to just 32 attendees to ensure a high-quality, interactive experience. There are only a handful of places still available.
Who will be there and how to secure your place
Guests already confirmed include senior representatives from a range of leading organisations, including: BAE, AstraZeneca, Alzheimer’s UK, Sodexo and OVO Energy amongst others.
This diverse mix of sectors will provide a rich environment for discussion and idea-sharing.
If you are a senior leader responsible for workplace culture, employee health or wellbeing – and are based in the North of England – you are invited to express your interest in joining the event.
To request full details and reserve a place, please get in touch directly at claire@makeadifference.media.
Events like this play a vital role in bringing leaders together to share what works, tackle common challenges, and ultimately create healthier, more supportive workplaces across the UK. Key insights from the session will be written up into a report and shared with our wider network.
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