Sally Casterton helps small business owners make clearer, more confident decisions about pricing, profitability and money. She is known for making finance feel more human, more accessible and far less intimidating than the usual stereotype, helping people feel at ease enough to understand what is really going on in their business. Her approach combines practical financial insight with empathy and a strong understanding of the mindset barriers that can lead to undercharging, confusion and self-doubt.

Janine Jacobs helps companies turn good culture intentions into confident teams and clear ways of working.

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With over 15 years leading high performing teams, she’s held director level communications roles in international agencies, partnering with global brands including LinkedIn, Hilton and PepsiCo. Through that experience, she saw first-hand how culture isn’t built through values on a wall, but through everyday leadership behaviour, communication and accountability.She now specialises in culture strategy, values in practice and leadership communication, helping companies grow sustainably from the inside out.

Francesca O’Connor helps leaders and teams communicate with confidence and real impact when it counts.

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With a background in global PR agencies including Edelman, Ketchum and Milk & Honey, Fran built her career in high-pressure environments where pitching, presenting, and getting your message right directly affects outcomes. It’s where she saw how quickly credibility is built or lost, and how few people are actually taught how to communicate at that level.

Chris Simpson is a Team GB leadership trainer and the founder of Sequel – Advancing Capabilities, as well as host of The StageLeft Podcast, both focused on reducing stress in the modern workplace. Recent podcast guests have included members of Olivia Rodrigo’s band during their Glastonbury headline set, revealing her commitment to providing free therapy and counselling for her touring party - a story that received global coverage, with Chris quoted in the LA Times, Huffington Post, ABC News, and more. Chris is also one of only two people in the UK delivering Mental Health First Aid training in a fully accessible format. Chris has also interviewed members of Oasis, Guns N' Roses, Radiohead and Fleetwood Mac about this topic.

Lara Sheldrake is a speaker, community strategist, and founder of Found & Flourish - a platform and community for purpose-driven founders who want to work smart, build sustainable businesses, and make real impact. Over the last decade, Lara has helped thousands of founders grow communities, build profitable offers, and lead with purpose. Her work is centred on human connection, smart systems, and putting money into the hands of good people.