Talent+ - Leading Through Change: The Skills Future Workplaces Need
Leading Through Change: The Skills The Future Workplaces Need
Workplaces are changing faster than ever. New technologies, shifting workforce expectations and evolving ways of working are transforming what leadership looks like.
As part of Humber Business Week 2026, join Future Humber for an interactive event exploring the skills, behaviours and mindsets future workplaces need most.
Through powerful storytelling, audience participation and honest conversation, we'll explore how organisations can develop confident, adaptable people who are ready to lead through change and help shape the future of Humber.
The event will also mark the launch of the Humber Leaders Programme, a new initiative from Future Humber Talent+, created to develop the next generation of leaders across the region. Designed for ambitious professionals from Future Humber Bondholder organisations, the programme has been developed in response to the real challenges facing workplaces today, helping participants build confidence, influence and leadership capability in a rapidly changing world.
Whether you're an emerging leader, a people manager or passionate about developing talent, this event is your opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping Humber's future workforce.
Event details
Date: Thursday 4 June 2026
Location: C4DI Media Suite
Hosted by: Future Humber
The Humber Leaders Programme - Cohort One
Following the launch event, 15 professionals from Future Humber Bondholder organisations will be selected to take part in Cohort One of the Humber Leaders Programme.
This new leadership development programme is designed for ambitious professionals in the early stages of their career who are ready to grow their confidence, influence and leadership capability.
Delivered across four interactive sessions, the programme brings together participants from a range of sectors and industries, building stronger cross-Humber connections, fresh perspectives and a shared leadership network for the future.
Facilitated by Felicity King of Courage People and John Harrison of Synergy Consultancy, the programme focuses on one core theme: leading people through change.
Programme sessions
Session 1: Self-Awareness Through Change - 18 June 2026 Understanding your own leadership style and responses to change.
Session 2: Psychological Safety and Team Culture - 2 July 2026 Creating environments where people feel confident to contribute.
Session 3: Accountability and Leading Others Through Change —-16 July 2026 Communication, accountability and stakeholder relationships.
Session 4: Influence and Leadership in Practice - 30 July 2026 Influence, credibility and leading with impact.
Who should apply?
The programme is for professionals who are early in their career and ready to invest in their leadership development. We're looking for people who are curious, motivated and keen to build connections with peers across the Humber.
- Applications are open to employees from Future Humber Bondholder organisations only for this pilot cohort
- The programme is free of charge for Cohort One
- Future cohorts will be open to all businesses across the region
Applications
Applications for Cohort One close on Thursday 11 June 2026. Only 15 places are available for this first cohort.
About Talent+
The Humber Leaders Programme sits within Talent+, Future Humber's commitment to supporting and developing the people who will shape the region's future.
Talent+ exists to connect ambitious professionals, encourage collaboration across sectors, and create opportunities for people to grow their careers here in the Humber.