Aspiring Executive and Board Leaders

Supporting the leaders of tomorrow

Inspiring Leaders

Inspiring Leaders has been developed by the NW Talent Team for all individuals that are displaying the behaviours and competencies of an Executive Director or Chief Executive. Aspirants are either ‘ready now’ (within 12 months), or ‘ready soon’ (within 24 months) and will have been nominated by an executive sponsor. Inspiring Leaders is not a programme, it grants individuals access to a suite of tools and workshops to support them with reflecting on their career, gaining personal insight and then transition to their aspirant role.

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Nye Bevan

A 12 month facilitated programme for those aspiring to become an Executive Director or equivalent role in the next 2 – 3 years (on application).

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Executive Director Pathway

The Executive Director Pathway (EDP) is for those who demonstrate high potential and the interest to become an Executive Director on an NHS Provider Trust Board within the next 12–24 months, in any of the following roles or equivalent:

• Executive Director of Finance

• Executive Director of Nursing

• Medical Director

• Chief Operating Officer

• Director of Workforce/HR

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Aspiring CEO Programme

The Aspiring Chief Executive programme is specifically designed for senior leaders aspiring towards achieving a Chief Executive level role within the next 12-24 months. Ideal candidates are currently in executive positions within NHS provider organisations or are distinguished leaders responsible for significant organisational collaboration across health systems and related sectors.

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Aspiring CEO Network

This member-led network provides a space to learn, reflect, connect, and replenish in an entirely confidential peer community. The network extends leadership thinking and practice through engagement with other national and local leaders, building resourcefulness for immediate and future realities.

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NExT Programme

This 6-to-12-month programme gives a unique insight into the role and responsibilities of being an NHS non-executive director. Individuals join a trust board and act as a NED to gain insight in bridging knowledge gaps and ensuring better performance at any future NED interview.

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Aspirant Chair Programme

The Aspirant Chair programme enables Non-Executive Directors to explore the different leadership styles and settings with relevant and robust governance in today’s NHS. The programme includes five national events, the allocation of a Chair mentor, exposure to a variety of Boards with reflective observations and mock Chair interviews.

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