Naithan Hilaire – Founder and CEO, The 1Day Trader Team and Sue Milton will discuss:
The NEDs’ Crucial Role in SME Growth
Start Early, Thrive Faster: D&I in Start-ups
5:30pm start, 90 minute presentation and discussion, followed by networking, to end at 8pm.
The subject matter will cover 2 areas:
Starting with: The NEDs’ Crucial Role in SME Growth
Key Points:
• Strategic Guidance:
• Provide strategic insights based on diverse experiences.
• Guide SMEs in navigating challenges and making informed decisions.
• Governance Oversight:
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Contribute to effective governance structures.
Moving on to: Start Early, Thrive Faster: D&I in Start-ups
Introduction:
• Opening Quote: “Inclusion is not an end goal; it’s a journey that begins with the first hires.”
• Key Points:
• Importance for Start-ups:
• Cultural Foundation
• Innovation from Inception
• Talent Acquisition
• Diverse Thinking:
• Encourage diverse perspectives within the SME.
• Foster a culture of innovation and creative problem-solving.
• Decision-Making Impact:
• Enhance decision-making through a range of viewpoints.
• Drive innovation as a catalyst for sustained success.
• Challenge to NEDs:
• Challenge: How can NEDs play a pivotal role in embedding diversity and inclusion into the DNA of a start-up, ensuring it’s not an afterthought but a driving force?