Taster Event for the LEAD Programme July 14, 2009

About LEAD

LEAD is an innovative leadership programme designed specifically around the needs of SME owner-managers who want to gain confidence and improve their Leadership skills.

It is aimed at small companies with up to 20 employees which are based in the North West. Since its inception in 2004 over 150 business owners-manager have benefited from this ten month leadership programme.

The businesses that have taken part in LEAD have benefited from a significant increase in sales turnover, improved staff productivity and business processes, increased confidence of owners-managers allowing them to make the right decisions in business.

"LEAD has given me the power to take the action to empower my staff and myself to drive my business forward" - LEAD cohort delegate, February 2009.

LEAD concentrates on two areas: the business itself and the personal development of the owner-manager. The programme is made up of several elements which run alongside each other throughout the ten months including masterclasses, action learning, coaching, shadowing and exchanges and the on-line forum.

Although LEAD is a high value programme, it is supported by the NWDA resulting in a maximum cost to the business of £2K. Funding may be available through the Train to Gain L&M programme to reduce this cost a further £1K.

About the taster event

To find out more about the programme Salford Business School is inviting you to take part in our LEAD Taster Event. This will take place at University of Salford on the 14th of July 2009 from 12.00 till 2.00pm.

This is a free event that will provide the opportunity to network with local SMEs and experts from Salford Business School who will be delivering the LEAD programme at University of Salford. Additionally there will be an opportunity to listen to LEAD participants and ask any questions about the programme. A complimentary buffet lunch will be also provided.

In order to secure your place, please email e.vasilieva@salford.ac.uk or s.wells@salford.ac.uk . We will be sending the details regarding the event such as venue, directions, parking, and detailed agenda a few days before the event.

Official Website: http://www.salford.ac.uk/events/details/973