In this session, we will hear from Alex Arundale, Chief People Officer at Advanced who joined the company in 2016. Advanced is the UK’s third-largest provider of business software and services with a £254m turnover. Alex is responsible for innovative strategies that help shape the culture of the company and keep their people engaged. During this session you will learn:
- The power of having uncomfortable conversations
- Why vulnerability should be embraced, not feared
- How to drive change through collaboration
- The importance of openness and transparency, and why communication is vital
- The role of technology in keeping people informed and engaged
Birmingham Tech Week is run in association with:
Speakers
Alex Arundale
Chief People Officer
Advanced
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