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A practical, compassionate guide to sustaining momentum, without burning out or losing focus. You did it. You showed up, you listened, you connected with people who get it. You left with pages of notes, a head full of ideas, and a genuine sense that things could be different. And then real life kicked back in.…

Templates, examples, and a clear action plan for turning one conference day into lasting organisational momentum. You have spent a day at ERG Blueprint. You have listened, learned, had conversations that mattered, and filled several pages of notes. Now comes the part that most ERG leaders underestimate. Getting back to your organisation and actually communicating…

On 28 April 2026, the ERG Blueprint Conference brings together ERG leaders, DEI professionals, HR and talent directors, and executive sponsors for a full day of practical learning and peer connection at Leonardo Royal St Paul’s in London. Designed by network leaders for network leaders, the conference exists to give ERG chairs and committee leads…

Ahead of the ERG Blueprint Conference 2026, and his appearance on the panel “ERG’s of Tomorrow – Building Futures, Leveraging AI and Managing Risk “, we sat down with Erik Johnson, Head of Technical Underwriting and Oversight, Markel Insurance to find out what it really takes to build an inclusion network, why human connection still outperforms algorithms a competitive technology driving employment…

We’re pleased to welcome Conscious Culture to the iCAN and Howlett Brown ERG Blueprint Conference on 28 April at St Paul’s. Founded by Lydia Puricelli, a transcultural, trauma-informed psychotherapist, executive coach, speaker, and facilitator, Conscious Culture works at the intersection of cultural intelligence, mental health, leadership development, and social justice. The practice works with individuals,…

One of the conversations we’re looking forward to at the iCAN & Howlett Brown – The ERG Blueprint Conference 2026 is with Rina G Lynch, Founder and CEO of Voice At The Table, a consultancy specialising in diversity intelligence and inclusive decision-making. As a standholder and attendee on the day, Rina will bring a distinctive…

Employee Resource Groups are often discussed with good intentions as spaces for connection, belonging, and support. But when budgets tighten and scrutiny increases, ERGs are increasingly asked a harder question: what is the value, and who is it really for? Ahead of the ERG Blueprint Conference session “Why It’s Worth It – Framing the Value…

If you’re attending ERG Blueprint, you’re already investing time, budget, and energy into developing stronger Employee Resource Groups. But the real value of the event doesn’t start on the day, it starts before you walk into the room.  By talking about ERG Blueprint ahead of time, you can increase what you take back into your organisation, build internal support for your ERG, and…

A thoughtful guide for making the most of your time, in a way that works for you Attending a conference like ERG Blueprint is an investment, of time, attention, and energy. Whether you’re a senior leader, ERG sponsor, practitioner, or first-time ERG lead, it’s natural to want that investment to be meaningful. It’s also natural to feel a mix of anticipation and…

As organisations place increasing scrutiny on the role and value of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), the conversation is shifting. It’s no longer enough to be visible or well-attended. The question now is: what measurable impact are ERGs driving? We spoke to Dr Julie Humphreys FCIPD, Head of Diversity, Inclusion and Community Engagement, and co-host of…