KPMG Board Leadership Centre

Regional NED forum – Birmingham

Tuesday 16 June 2026 | 09:00 - 11:00 I In-person

A morning of lively discussions with our outstanding guest speakers: Leanne Allen, Bharat Bhushan, Krishna Grenville-Goble, and James Dennis. We’ll tackle topics including trusted AI, board inclusion, diversity & equity, and sustainability. Whether you’re an experienced NED or just starting your journey, these forums offer the perfect opportunity to hear fresh insights, dive into current issues, and expand your professional network.

Global Economic & Geopolitical Outlook

Thursday  25 June 2026 I Online

The conflict in Iran has created ripple effects across energy, supply chains, and global markets. Executives should assess how these second- and third-order effects impact investment timing, supply chain design, capital allocation, and risk posture — not just in theory, but in day-to-day operations.

In this webcast, you’ll gain insight into:

• The global economic and geopolitical shifts most likely to influence near-term leadership decisions
• How these forces can translate into real business implications for supply chains, investment strategies, and market performance
• The early signals leaders should monitor to anticipate disruption and act before risks crystallise

Regional NED forum – Manchester

Thursday 25 June 2026 | 09:00 - 11:00 I In-person

A morning of lively discussions with our outstanding guest speakers: Leanne Allen, Bharat Bhushan, Krishna Grenville-Goble, and James Dennis. We’ll tackle topics including trusted AI, board inclusion, diversity & equity, and sustainability. Whether you’re an experienced NED or just starting your journey, these forums offer the perfect opportunity to hear fresh insights, dive into current issues, and expand your professional network.

Summer Technical Update

Thursday 9 July 2026 | 08:30 – 13:30 I In-person

In addition to our subject matter experts covering accounting, governance, assurance and reporting content, this summer’s event features Professor Sir Andrew Likierman, London Business School, exploring how boards can use judgement to make better decisions in times of uncertainty and risk, and the vital role of human judgement in the use of AI by boards and in leadership. Plus, Chris Burt, Co-founder and Executive Chair of the Risk Coalition, discussing how boards can move beyond traditional risk registers to use risk as a driver of better decision-making. This session will examine how boards can balance control with growth, navigate uncertainty, unlock opportunities, and lead with greater confidence and clarity.

AI in Insurance

Wednesday 15 July 2026 I 12:00 – 13:00 I Online

Join us for our upcoming session, where we will explore how insurance organisations can move beyond AI experimentation to deliver measurable, sustained value. 

As AI adoption accelerates across claims, underwriting and customer operations, many firms still struggle to translate investment into real outcomes. This session brings together industry insight and practical experience to show how leading organisations are scaling AI effectively - balancing innovation with control, and aligning initiatives to clear business goals.

We’ll cover:

• How to define and realise value from AI
• Practical examples of AI successfully scaled across insurance
• What “good” looks like in practice, from governance to implementation
• Common pitfalls - and how to avoid them

Social Housing Update

Tuesday 6 October 2026 | 15:30 - 17:00 I Online

Join us for a timely economic update and an overview of the areas of the new Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) that matter most for board members. The session will be hosted by Harry Mears, KPMG Partner, with expert input from Moustafa Ali of KPMG’s Macroeconomics Team.

Cyber, Risk and the Board: Are You Ready

Thursday 1 October 2026 I 08:30 – 10:15 I In-person

Cyber security continues to be a key concern on the board agenda and AI adds further risks, complexity and amplifies vulnerabilities.  Our experts will share insights on how boards are strengthening oversight and resilience in an increasingly sophisticated landscape.

Autumn Technical Update

Wednesday 11 November 2026 | 09:00 – 10:30 | Online

The Board Leadership Centre Technical Updates bring together expert insight on the governance, accounting and regulatory issues shaping today’s boardroom agendas. Join us for a highly topical and thought provoking discussion designed to inform, challenge and equip boards and their committees with practical, forward looking perspectives.