Online Events For Parents Through LeaderPlus
In line with our DEI vision, our ambition is to be a genuinely inclusive employer, which is why we work with the award-winning social enterprise Leaders Plus to help parents continue to progress their careers. This year Colart invited applicants globally, and we are incredibly pleased to confirm that we have 5 people participating in the 9-month programme. You will hear more about their experience’s in future communication.

In the meantime, we would like to bring to your attention some free Leaders Plus events that will be running in the next few months. We have opened them up to any of you who are interested. Tickets will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
The events on offer include:
- Ambitious & pregnant: Why a Positive Pregnancy Test isn't a Career Negative - 29 June 0930-1100 BST
- Securing an exec director role as a parent - 7 July 1300 BST
- Dual careers: thriving when both of you work in demanding careers. 14 September 1300-1400 BST
- Returning to work after parental leave - 11 October 0900-1100 BST
For further information and how to register, please read the full details and links below.
Ambitious & Pregnant: Why a Positive Pregnancy Test Isn't a Career Negative
Be inspired by those who have been there and learn how to thrive, not hide, in the workplace during pregnancy and beyond.
About this event
Are you pregnant and wondering about the effect becoming a mother could have on your career?
Are you already worrying about returning from a maternity leave you haven't yet taken?
Maybe you already have a child and can’t imagine how you can continue to grow your career as you grow your family?
Date and Time
Wednesday, 29 June 2022. 0930hrs - 1100 BST
Location
Online Event
Inspiring Insights: Securing An Exec Director Role As A Parent
Panellists will share lightbulb moments on how they overcame challenges on their journey into executive leadership as parents.
About this event
Join our Autumn 2021 cohort at this celebratory final event of their Fellowship. During this panel event a panel of executive directors and CEOs will share the key learning and valuable experiences from their own journey to finding a senior role as a parent. Our panel events are open and honest, our inspirational panellists share unique insights that we can all learn form.
Date and time
Thursday, 7 July 2022. 1300 - 1350hrs BST
Location
Online Event
Dual Career Couples: Thriving When Both Of You Work In Demanding Careers
Hear from successful and ambitious couples discussing their thoughts on balancing parenting with two demanding careers in one household.
About this event
Are you and your partner both ambitious? Do you both want to have successful senior careers and also be there to enjoy your family? Are you wondering how to best make this work, believing that neither of your careers should be put on hold because you are parents?
Join us for this lunchtime event to hear from a panel of highly successful couples that have made this work. Hear their top tips and learning on combining duel careers whilst raising a young family.
Date and time
Wednesday, 14 September 2022. 1300-1400hrs BST
Location
Online Event
Returning To Work After Parental Leave: Prepare And Connect With Others
Get top tips for returning to work after maternity leave, SPL or adoption leave and connect with other ambitious parents!
About this event
Join other like-minded ambitious parents and receive practical tips that you can implement on your return to work, supporting you to find the best work-life rhythm for you and your family.
During our session you will also be asked thought provoking questions that will help you reflect on what really works best for you.
Date and time
Tuesday, 11 October 2022. 0900 - 1100hrs BST
Location
Online Event