Macmillan Davies takes great pleasure in inviting you to our next event:

Beyond Imposter Syndrome: Building Confident and Resilient HR Leadership

Date: Thursday 9th July, 2026

Time: 08:30 – 10:30 (UK Time)

Location: Malmaison Rooftop Deansgate, Manchester

Join us for a unique and engaging morning designed specifically for HR professionals.

We are delighted to be hosting Louise Brown, TEDx speaker and author of Bold, Brave, Brilliant! for an interactive, discussion led session focused on leadership, confidence and the realities of imposter syndrome.

Louise’s work is resonating widely across the HR community, and we feel incredibly fortunate to be working with her on this event.

This session is designed to go beyond theory, creating space for open, honest conversation with practical takeaways you can apply immediately.

What to expect:

• Insight into how imposter syndrome shows up in leadership roles

• Exploration of cultural dynamics that influence confidence at work

• Practical strategies to build resilience and self-belief

• Open discussion and shared experiences with peers

• Tools to support psychologically safe and high performing environments

The setting:

The complimentary event will take place at the stunning rooftop at Malmaison Deansgate, Manchester, providing a relaxed and informal environment for meaningful conversation and connection.

Agenda:

08:30 – 09:00 | Networking & refreshments

09:00 – 10:30 | Interactive session with Louise Brown

Who should attend:

• HR Directors

• Heads of HR / People

• Senior HR professionals

About Louise Brown

Louise Brown is a published Author, TEDx Speaker, NLP Coach and thought leader who speaks candidly about self-belief, leadership, and the courage it takes to claim your place.She is the author of Bold, Brave, Brilliant! which is rooted in lived experience and introduces the BRAVElou® framework, a practical and deeply human approach to overcoming imposter syndrome and leading with authenticity.

With over 30 years in the public sector, specialising in education, Louise has risen to senior leadership roles overseeing complex portfolios, major capital build projects, and large multidisciplinary teams. But her work is driven as much by empathy as it is by expertise. Holding a master's degree in human resources and Organisational Development, Louise is a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD, an alumni of Oxford University Said Business School, a qualified Performance Coach with NLP, and a member of the National Council of Integrative Psychotherapists, combining professional rigor with psychological insight.

A passionate advocate for the transformative power of Further Education, Louise credits education with changing the trajectory of her own life. She believes deeply that potential exists everywhere, often quietly, and that leadership is about recognising it both in ourselves and in others.In 2023, she was named Leader of the Year at the Greater Manchester Good Employment Awards, in recognition of leadership that puts people first.
Beyond the boardroom and the stage, Louise finds clarity outdoors. A committed runner and fundraiser, she does much of her thinking on long runs and fell walks, often accompanied by her rescue Staffy, Ralph. A lover of Greece and its philosophy, she is slowly mastering conversational Greek and believes there’s wisdom to be found both in ancient ideas and everyday courage.

We’re keeping the group intentionally small to encourage open discussion, so places are limited.

Please email: roundtables@mdhr.co.uk to register your interest. 

Can’t make it? Please feel free to share this event with a member of your HR or senior leadership team who may be interested in attending.

By registering for this event, you are agreeing for your details to be shared with both Macmillan Davies and our event speaker.