It’s time to shift the conversation. Family leave isn’t just a benefit for women. it’s a business-critical lever for equality, retention, and long-term performance. Yet too often, men in senior roles opt out of leave, reinforcing outdated norms and unintentionally widening the gender gap.

This powerful session is for male senior leaders—particularly dads—who want to lead by example, break the stigma, and understand the commercial value of shared care policies.

We’ll explore how taking family leave, championing flexibility, and vocalising support can drive cultural change, boost engagement, and directly impact the bottom line. You’ll also hear from companies where male leaders taking leave has shifted the entire organisation’s trajectory on inclusion.

Why Attend

• Understand how visible male role modelling can accelerate gender equality in your organisation
• Explore the link between shared parental leave, talent retention, and team performance
• Hear real examples of leaders who’ve normalised family leave—and how it’s reshaped culture and commercial outcomes
• Learn what stops men from taking leave—and how to create conditions where they feel confident to opt in
• Discover how senior leadership behaviour is a critical (and measurable) input into your gender pay gap results

Who Should Attend

• Male SLT members, including CEOs, MDs, CFOs, and Directors
• Senior people leaders looking to walk the talk on equality
• HR leaders who want to partner with male allies to embed cultural change
• Line managers shaping flexible leave decisions and return-to-work experiences