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PROGRAMME

Healthy Working Lives

Wednesday 3 June 2026 | 8:45 am – 2:00 pm | Galgorm Resort & Spa, Ballymena

8:45 am | Registration – Networking and Wellbeing Expo | Tea, Coffee and Refreshments

9:30 am | Welcome and Opening Address

Marie-Louise Connolly, Event Host

Sponsor’s Address

Sian Young, Sustainable Business and Corporate Affairs Director, Britvic Ireland

Keynote Address

Fireside Chat with Dr Ranj Singh, Medical Doctor and TV Presenter

Wellbeing Breakout Session – Round one

Each delegate chooses one session to attend.

Session 1 – Movement: Simple Strategies for Integrating Movement into the Workday Show More Speakers: Claire McBride, Fujitsu and Gary Milligan, Fitness Belfast Learn practical, low-impact ways to encourage physical activity without disrupting workflow. This session provides actionable tools for managers to combat sedentary behaviour, boost energy levels, and reduce the physical risks associated with office-based roles.		Session 2 – Leading with Care: How Compassionate Leadership Drives Trust and Reduces Burnout Show More Speaker: Jeremy Gardiner, Formational Leadership Explore the principles of compassionate leadership—showing empathy, understanding, and actively caring for staff. This session provides a framework for leaders to foster deep trust, manage mental load, and build a highly engaged workforce less susceptible to burnout.


Session 3 – Building Inclusive Workplaces: Through Cultural Competency Show More In today’s diverse, organisational landscape, cultural competency is more than a skill—it’s a strategic advantage. This interactive session will explore ways of building understanding and valuing cultural differences to enhance collaboration, reduce bias, and foster a truly inclusive workplace. Participants attending this session will deepen their awareness and leave with actionable strategies to support equity and belonging across teams.		Session 4 – Menstrual Health: Equipping Managers to Understand and Confidently Discuss Menstrual Health Show More Speaker: Dr Carla Devlin, NHS & Private GP Many managers avoid this topic due to discomfort. This session provides the language, confidence, and boundaries necessary to have empathetic and professional conversations about cyclical health, ensuring employees feel heard and appropriately supported by their line manager.

11:20 am | Comfort Break | Tea, Coffee and Refreshments

Networking and Wellbeing Expo

Wellbeing Breakout Session – Round two

Each delegate chooses one session to attend. Sessions as above

1:00 pm | Panel Discussion

1:20 pm Closing Comments

Lisa McIlvenna, Managing Director, Business in the Community

1:25 pm Lunch and Networking

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