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Non-Executive Directors Forum

22 July 2026

10:00 - 12:00

Online via Teams

  • Leadership

  • Governance

Overview

Connect with non-executive directors from across the provider sector at our inaugural forum meeting

Bringing together non-executive directors (NEDs) from across NHS trusts, foundation trusts and integrated care boards (ICBs), this inaugural forum is your opportunity to explore national developments and their impact on your organisation and role, share learning and network with peers.

Why this matters

Building on NHS Providers' Non-Executive Directors Network, this forum brings leaders together to discuss the key challenges and opportunities shaping your work.

Designed as a space to step back from the day-to-day and offer practical insights, the forum operates under Chatham House Rule and is a member-only event. Join us for the opportunity to:

  • Share ideas and exchange learning.
  • Hear presentations from communications leaders experts on the latest innovative work in the sector.
  • Engage in interactive sessions to ask questions and share your thoughts.
  • Have open and honest discussions with peers in breakout sessions.

 

Always helpful to see and hear others facing similar challenges and to get update on key current issues.

Previous attendee

Agenda

Wednesday 22 July

  1. 10:00Welcome and introductions

  2. 10:05Session 1

    • Strategic policy update

      This session will provide a an update on recent strategic policy issues and developments, sharing analysis on what these may mean for the provider sector, with opportunity for Q&A and discussion throughout. 

  3. 11:00Comfort break

  4. 11:10Session 2 - TBC

  5. 11:55Closing comments

Please note, our agenda is still in development for this event so session timings may be subject to change. We will share more details over the coming weeks of further sessions and speakers.

Forum chair and speakers

Judit Seymour

Judit Seymour

Non-Executive Director

Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

How to book

Attendance is free, however you will need to book in advance to receive joining instructions to access the forum. 

If you have any questions, or would like to be added to the mailing list to hear about future events, please contact the Forums team.

Who should attend

Exclusively available to NHS Alliance members from NHS trusts, foundation trusts and ICBs, this forum is designed for:

  • NHS NEDs with strategic oversight of workforce, leadership or governance.
  • All NEDs with portfolios covering people, or system leadership.
  • NEDs seeking to engage with peers on current challenges and share learning.