Today, salary and benefits alone are no longer enough. Culture has become one of the most powerful differentiators for organisations looking to attract and retain the best people.
But what does it really mean to have a great culture? And how can businesses protect and evolve that culture as they scale, change ownership, or navigate rapid transformation?
Join us on Tuesday 19 August 2025 as we explore the real-world impact of workplace culture from both the employer and employee perspective. Our expert panel will share their experiences of what makes a culture thrive – or falter – and how it influences everything from engagement and performance to loyalty and leadership.
Chaired by Adam Buckland, Divisional Managing Director – Scientific at Reed, we’ll also examine how culture can shift over time, and what leaders can do to ensure it remains a source of strength, not friction.
Our host
Adam Buckland, Divisional Managing Director - Scientific, Reed
With more than 10 years of recruitment experience, Adam has a deep understanding of scientific recruitment market dynamics, challenges, and opportunities across industries including life science, food and beverage, fast-moving consumer goods, and sustainability and green energy. Adam’s core competencies include creating tailored solutions for a portfolio of Reed's largest clients, maintaining relationships with senior stakeholders, and overseeing the delivery of contractually agreed operational services. He combines a traditional, high-touch, recruitment approach with the latest technology to ensure campaigns can be delivered on time and to budget.
Featured speakers
Thomas Hal Robson-Kanu, Founder & CEO, The Turmeric Co
Thomas, a former Premier League professional footballer, recovered from chronic pain and inflammation when the doctors and surgeons said it was impossible. This is what inspired him to launch Innate-Essence (The Turmeric Co.) - now one the UK’s fastest-growing health businesses. He is relentlessly committed to offering people in all walks of life access to raw functional beverages - which heal. He's creating a manufacturing beverage brand house for future generations to come.
Yasar Ahmad, Global VP – People, HelloFresh
Yasar is a globally recognised talent and HR leader, consistently ranked among the top 10 most influential recruitment leaders worldwide. With a following of over 500,000+ professionals across social media, Yasar leverages his influence to transform how organisations attract, engage, and retain top talent. He also offers sharp insights and practical strategies, empowering individuals to elevate their corporate game.
Shane Spiers, Founder and Principal Coach, Summit Scale Coaching
Shane is the Founder and Principal Coach of Summit Scale Coaching. He coaches small to mid-sized owner-managers across the globe in a wide range of industry sectors. His focus is on helping owners increase their profits, building effective teams to help them run their businesses, and getting time back for themselves.
Why attend?
Discover how a strong culture can be your greatest asset in attracting and retaining the best employees.
Hear real stories from leaders about what a great culture looks and feels like.
Learn how to navigate cultural shifts during periods of growth, change, or uncertainty.
Gain practical insights into building a culture that drives engagement, purpose, and performance.
You will also have the chance to put forward any questions you have to the panel in an interactive Q&A session.
Register now to secure your spot.
