What's Happening?
Loughborough Business School, in collaboration with Black Excellence UK, hosted the 'Leadership to Legacy: Building Futures with Purpose and Pride' forum as part of Black History Month celebrations. The
event aimed to bring together leaders from various professional backgrounds to share insights and strategies for building futures rooted in purpose and pride. Key speakers included Obi James, Professor Martin Tuuli, and Dr. Ashiedu Joel, who emphasized the importance of grounding leadership in personal values and resilience. The forum encouraged participants to move beyond visibility to influence, stressing the need for community, accountability, and action.
Why It's Important?
The forum highlights the growing emphasis on inclusive leadership and the importance of personal values in leadership roles. By focusing on self-awareness and community engagement, the event seeks to empower leaders to become influential power brokers. This approach is significant in fostering a new generation of leaders who are equipped to drive positive change in their communities and industries. The initiative aligns with broader societal efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in leadership positions, which can lead to more equitable and effective decision-making processes.
