Thursday 30 April 2026 | 1pm-2pm
In a world of complex data and rapid innovation, landing your message is harder than ever.
Whether you're pitching a licensing deal, making the case for investment, or building a partnership, your ability to convey scientific truth and commercial opportunity in a compelling narrative is what builds trust and drives action.
Speakers
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Ben Jolliffe Founder & Story Coach, Feed the Fire What are the stories you tell at work - about who are you, the deals you're working on, what they'll deliver for your partners? Ben Jolliffe coaches leaders of all kinds how to tell stories that build relationships and deliver progress. Clients have included Coca-Cola, EY, Mayer Brown, Pukka Teas, Sanofi and Unilever |
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Dr Ash Ranpura Neuroscientist and Broadcaster A neuroscientist and neurologist with more than 25 years' experience in brain research, medicine and public engagement. After studying at Yale and UCL, Ash continued his academic and medical work, while also making programs for Radio 4 and NPR, he co-authored "How to Be Human: The Manual" with Ruby Wax and Gelong Thubten. He recently co-founded DRU+, a research agency focused on architecture and design in healthcare environments. |
| 1pm | Welcome ANDREW DEAN, Chair, PLG |
| 1.05pm | Neuroscience & Story BEN JOLLIFFE, Founder & Story Coach, Feed the Fire & DR ASH RANPURA Neuroscientist and Broadcaster |
| 1.50pm | Q&A |
| 2pm | Close |