INSPIRE:BRISTOL & BATH
Inspire your workplace by being a ‘force for good’
Bristol, 18th November, 9.30 am to 12.30 pm
Inspire your workplace by being a ‘force for good’
Inspiring Workplaces event – Bristol 18th November
There has never been a more important time to build a business that stands for something.
Today’s employees want more than a good salary. They want to know that the organisation they work for makes a positive contribution – to their customers, communities, the environment and society as a whole.
And when they do, something remarkable happens. People feel more connected to their work. They become more engaged. More motivated. Prouder of where they work.
Because inspiring workplaces don’t just have great cultures internally – they create a positive impact externally too. This attracts better talent, retains great people, strengthens their culture and builds stronger, more sustainable organisations.
So how can small and medium-sized businesses make this happen?
Join us on 18th November for the next Inspiring Workplaces Bristol and Bath event, where we’ll explore practical ways every organisation can become a force for good regardless of its size or budget.
Together we’ll explore:
- Why purpose has become one of the biggest drivers of employee engagement.
- How creating a positive impact strengthens culture, not just reputation.
- Practical ways SMEs can support their communities, customers and the environment.
- How responsible business creates happier, more motivated and more committed teams.
- Simple ideas that can make a meaningful difference from day one.
You’ll hear real stories from organisations that are putting these ideas into practice, alongside opportunities to connect with other leaders who believe business can be a powerful force for positive change.
Whether you’re a founder, CEO, HR or People leader, or simply passionate about creating a better workplace, you’ll leave with practical ideas, fresh inspiration and a renewed belief that doing well can also mean doing good.
We would love you to join us.
Our venue
Bristol Zoological Society is a conservation and education charity which runs Bristol Zoo Project. They save wildlife together, through conservation science research, working to protect species and habitats at home and overseas. By holding this event there, all venue proceeds raised will be contributing to their mission, so you can enjoy your event knowing that you will be making a difference.
Bristol Zoo Project is just off Junction 17 of the M5, the address is Blackhorse Hill, Bristol BS10 7TP
There is plenty of free car parking and the event will take place in the Bear Wood room which is a five-minute walk (passed the Cheetahs) from the main entrance.
Our speakers
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Rich helps organisations build engaged, high-performing teams by shaping culture, leadership, and people practices that unlock productivity. With 30+ years’ experience in HR and employee engagement, he has supported start-ups through to global brands to create workplaces where people thrive.
As Founder of en:Rich HR, he combines consultancy, HR coaching, and interim people leadership. His career includes 10 years at Virgin Mobile and six years at sustainable energy provider Pure Planet, where he scaled the team from 3 to 200 employees and built a culture recognised nationally — ranked #2 in the Sunday Times Top 100 Small Companies to Work For 2020 and #3 in the Top 100 Medium Companies 2021.
He speaks regularly at HR and engagement conferences and was recognised among the 101 Global Employee Engagement & Experience Influencers (2020) and shortlisted for HR Director of the Year at the HR Excellence Awards (2021).
Rich Roberts
Fractional Chief People Officer
enRich
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Paul Hargreaves is one of the leading voices in the UK encouraging and inspiring businesses to make a positive impact on the world. He believes that businesses should be Forces for Good, which is also the title of his first book. In the book, Paul gives examples of the ‘people, planet, profit’ changes that many businesses in the UK have made in order to create a better world. Paul’s main role is as CEO of Cotswold Fayre, a multi-award-winning speciality food and drink wholesaler and one of the founding B Corp certified companies in the UK – now supplying over 2,000 retail sites in the UK. Paul speaks at conferences across the UK and Europe about compassionate leadership, personal development and culture change. His second book is titled The Fourth Bottom Line and is the focus of his podcast of the same name.Paul Hargreaves
CEO | Keynote Speaker & Podcaster | Author
Cotswold Fayre & Flourish
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Andy Hawkins
C-3PO (Chief People, Planet, and Purpose Officer) | B Corp Consultant
Business On Purpose
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Anna Herbert is Marketing and Retail Director at Hobbs House Bakery, also leading on sustainability and B Corp. Ensuring their family business is recognised as a quality brand that nourishes its people and communities for generations to come.
Hobbs House Bakery is a fifth-generation family business and proud to have just recertified as a B Corp under the new standards, committed to sustainability and their local community. Our skilled bakers craft exceptional handmade bread, pastries, and confectionery - bringing better bread to every table.
Anna Herbert
Marketing and Retail Director
Hobbs House Bakery
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Leo Hewett is the founder and Managing Director of Core3, a Bristol-based CFO search and finance recruitment firm working with investor-backed and founder-led scale-ups. Core3 is a certified B Corp and gives 10% of its profits to the community and planet, with clients choosing the cause. Leo's focus is building a business where doing the right thing and commercial success aren't in competition. He's still testing that idea in practice.Leo Hewett
Founder & CEO
Core 3
Agenda
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9.30am
Welcome and Networking
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10.00am
Setting the scene
Rich Roberts
Theme: “The best workplaces don’t inspire people because of beanbags, benefits or bonuses. They inspire people because people feel they’re part of something worthwhile.”
Rich will share a few pieces of research and practical examples from his time working with Virgin Mobile and Pure Planet.
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10.15am
Keynote speaker:
Paul Hargreaves
CEO, Cotswold Fayre
It’s not all about the money! Putting People and Planet Before Profit
In this keynote, Paul will share stories from his own business and others across the UK. You’ll hear how prioritising positive social and environmental impact can build an inspiring culture, deliver faster growth and higher profitability compared to focusing purely on profit.
Paul Hargreaves is one of the leading voices in the UK encouraging and inspiring businesses to make a positive impact on the world. He believes that businesses should be Forces for Good, which is also the title of his first book. In the book, Paul gives examples of the ‘people, planet, profit’ changes that many businesses in the UK have made in order to create a better world.
Paul’s main role is as CEO of Cotswold Fayre, a multi-award-winning speciality food and drink wholesaler and one of the founding B Corp certified companies in the UK – now supplying over 2,000 retail sites in the UK.
Paul speaks at conferences across the UK and Europe about compassionate leadership, personal development and culture change. His second book is titled The Fourth Bottom Line and is the focus of his podcast of the same name.
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11.00am
Panel Discussion:
How can a SME become a force for good?
Panelists:- Andy Hawkins
Andy is C-3PO (Chief People, Planet, and Purpose Officer) at Business on Purpose and a B Corp Consultant. He believes in improving social & environmental impact through better business. One of his favourite quotes is “Purpose is the well that never runs dry” (Nick Craig: Leading from Purpose).
- Leo Hewett
Leo Hewett is the founder and Managing Director of Core3, a Bristol-based CFO search and finance recruitment firm working with investor-backed and founder-led scale-ups. Core3 is a certified B Corp and gives 10% of its profits to the community and planet, with clients choosing the cause. Leo’s focus is building a business where doing the right thing and commercial success aren’t in competition. He’s still testing that idea in practice.
- Anna Herbert
Anna Herbert is Marketing and Retail Director at Hobbs House Bakery, also leading on sustainability and B Corp. Ensuring their family business is recognised as a quality brand that nourishes its people and communities for generations to come.
Hobbs House Bakery is a fifth-generation family business and proud to have just recertified as a B Corp under the new standards, committed to sustainability and their local community.
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11.45pm
Roundtables Interactive Session
Each table has an opportunity to discuss a theme on being a Force For Good.
Examples:
- What’s one thing your business already does that creates positive impact?
- What’s one thing you could start doing within the next three months?
- What’s stopping businesses from doing more?
We would love you to join us.
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12.30pm
Closing
All delegates can access the Bristol Zoo Project after the event.
Our venue
Bristol Zoological Society is a conservation and education charity which runs Bristol Zoo Project. They save wildlife together, through conservation science research, working to protect species and habitats at home and overseas. By holding this event there, all venue proceeds raised will be contributing to their mission, so you can enjoy your event knowing that you will be making a difference.
Bristol Zoo Project is just off Junction 17 of the M5, the address is Blackhorse Hill, Bristol BS10 7TP
There is plenty of free car parking and the event will take place in the Bear Wood room which is a five-minute walk (passed the Cheetahs) from the main entrance.
Why Attend?
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Hear from experienced leaders on culture and belonging
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Gain both psychological insight and practical tools
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Learn what works — and what doesn’t
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Build valuable connections with like-minded professionals
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Be part of a growing community committed to building inspiring workplaces
We would love you to join us.
Inspiring Cities: Bristol is part of the global Inspiring Workplaces movement.
Tickets are £30 each to cover the venue hire. Reserve your place now.
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