At this time, we are still hoping that we will be able to host our planned events on 16th June and the 15th July and, of course, we will keep you informed of developments.
We would like to reassure members that all annual membership subscriptions will be rolled over accordingly and that no one will be left out of pocket.
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank our commercial sponsors and my fellow Board members of the London HR Connection for their continued support and guidance during what is a difficult time for all of us.
I know that – as ever and as we have witnessed in all periods of crisis – the HR sector will step up to the plate and play a crucial role in ensuring that we all come out of this in as good a shape as possible. Please do use the platform of our active LinkedIn group – with circa 3k members – to share best practice.
Welcome to The London HR Connection
HR Forum | Networking | Opportunities
The London HR Connection (LHRC) is a unique forum for the HR community that has been established for many years. We host monthly evening events with high profile guest speakers from the world of business, academia, Government, employment law, trade unions and from both the private and public sectors addressing the hottest topics in HR in this challenging market – and are always open to new ideas and suggestions. We aim to be the premier network for everyone with an interest and involvement in the fascinating world of Human Resources.
Innovative and edgy
We like to be innovative and edgy and some of our recent events have involved jazz musicians, chair yoga experts and dramatic entrances on a giant slide – all with a direct link to the world of HR! We also pride ourselves on the excellent networking environment and opportunities that we have created for our members in the relaxed and friendly environment around the main event – and we would be remiss if we didn’t mention the thousands of pounds we raise for some great causes at our renowned summer and Christmas social events.

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The Board
The LHRC is organised and managed by a voluntary Board. If you are interested in becoming involved as a Board member please contact mail@londonhr.org for more information. Being a Board member offers great development opportunities.
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Craig McCoy
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Nicky Costa
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Jacquie Beck
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Robert Hicks
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Fraser Butters
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Georgina Kelly
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Keith Robson
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Denise Jones
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Kay Chouhan
Craig McCoy
Craig is a leading HR Director and NED with 30+ years experience at organisations such as Sky, Bupa, BT, Aegis Media, Informa and The Crown Estate. His international HRD experience includes FTSE 100 PLCs, PE and privately-owned businesses, and public and third sector organisations. As MD of The Learning Loop, Craig provides HR services on an interim and consulting basis. Firmly committed to the ongoing development of commercial HR expertise, Craig is also a great believer in the power of developing strong professional networks. The LHRC provides him with a great opportunity to do both.
Nicky Costa
Nicky is an experienced HR leader with 30+ years HR experience with a diverse range of organisations that range from complex multinationals – such as Ford Motor Company, Energizer, Expedia, CBS and Time Out – through to early stage PE and VC owned businesses. The founder of Kinesis-People, Nicky supports the full range of change and transformation programmes including M&A, restructures, international expansion, strategic frameworks and culture change. Nicky passionately believes that high quality, pragmatic and relevant people plans accelerate businesses towards identifying and achieving their priorities; something that is reflected in the purpose and aspirations of the London HR Connection.
Jacquie Beck
I joined the Board to become more involved in the London HR community and to bring my financial knowledge to help the London HR Connection fulfil its aims.
Robert Hicks
Robert is a global HR leader with over 20 years HR experience across sectors as diverse as software, infrastructure, property and the public sector. Now HRD at the employee engagement technology company, Reward Gateway, he has responsibility for people worldwide and for functions including learning and development, diversity and inclusion, internal communications and recruitment. Robert is a fellow of the CIPD, holds a Masters in HR from London Southbank University and an MBA from Imperial College Business School.
Fraser Butters
Fraser Butters has been responsible for the marketing and promotion of the London HR Connection for many years now. He is also the founder of Pervasive PR, a dedicated PR consultancy that specialises in ‘PR for HR’.

Georgina Kelly
Georgina is an experienced Business Development, Programme and Events Director, having spent over 15 years connecting senior HR leaders to solution providers. Georgina is currently heading up sales and business growth at digital learning specialists, Popcorn Learning Media. Prior to that, Georgina was MD of Summit Events Ltd, running annual HR, Learning Development and Reward & Benefits events for the UK and Middle Eastern markets. Georgina regularly offers advice and support to new and established HR suppliers, providing guidance of their sales & marketing strategy. As a passionate HR matchmaker, networking and building authentic connections is where Georgina’s strengths lie. Georgina has been part of the LHRC board since 2021.
Keith Robson
Keith is a highly experienced senior HR professional with global expertise in running complex talent, leadership development and learning functions. Currently the Interim Director, Talent, OD, Development & D&I with M&G Prudential, in his three years as an interim HR executive Keith has held Director level roles with NATS, Rolls Royce and Aviva. Keith has spent 25% of his career living and working outside the UK spending time in New York, Dublin, Dubai and Singapore working in a variety of sectors from Investment Banking to Retail, FinTech and eCommerce
Denise Jones
Denise has over 25 years marketing and events consultancy experience working mostly with membership organisations and volunteer committees. Working with London HR Connection for the past 13 years, has allowed Denise to expand her portfolio of clients whilst enjoying meeting a wide variety of people.
Kay Chouhan
Kay Chouhan has 10 years’ experience in recruitment and data research and, despite launching her company during the recession; her highly effective strategies have attracted companies from a wide range of industries.
“I joined the London HR Connection Board as I saw it as thought provoking. I think it challenges the industry on business matters which affect the HR profession’s industry policies and standards.”
Events
Upcoming Events
We run our events at the end of the working day, usually mid month. Events are participative and informative allowing members to take newly acquired knowledge back to their workplace.
At our events, we meet to update our members on issues of current interest in the world of people management and development with lively and interactive sessions with renowned speakers and subject experts. Our members also get a chance to meet and talk to other HR professionals in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Our events always include high profile and eminent speakers from within the profession and public life and we also hold regular debates at King’s College, London and CASS Business School. We also list our recent events to give you a flavour of the topics we have covered. For many of our events you can download the presentation or other relevant information. We welcome suggestions for future events or perhaps you know a potential speaker for a future event. If so, please contact us.
Past Events
- Developing the Agile Mindset - 28th April 2022 - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Establishing commercial credibility for next gen HR leaders - 24th March 2022 - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Nudge Don’t Nag – How to Transform Performance - 3rd March 2022 - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Boosting the employee proposition on a budget - 22nd February 2022 - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- How HR Tech will Enable Transformation - 10th February 2022 - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Rethinking 21st century leadership for a complex world - 18th November 2021 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- The right to disconnect: how to encourage a healthy work-life balance - 2nd November 2021 - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Delivering an ROI on workplace wellbeing - 20th October 2021 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Who owns your future? UK’s social mobility imperative - 7th October 2021 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- The Do’s and Don’ts of Hybrid and Virtual Onboarding - 28th July 2021 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Life on the frontline – lessons from a CEO - 15th July 2021 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Designing and leveraging the hybrid workplace - 23rd June 2021 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Exploring purposeful leadership - 27th May 2021 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Reopening for business - vaccinations, testing and the role of HR - 12th May 2021 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- The psychology and reality of hybrid working - 28th April 2021 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Recognition in a post-Covid world - 14th April 2021 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- The importance of cars in your environmentally friendly post covid benefits offering - 24th March 2021 - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location location location ... The New War for Talent: Hiring in a More Competitive Remote Market - 24th February 2021 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Surviving and thriving in 2021 - 11th February 2021 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Changing Times means Changing Minds – Learning in 2021 - 28th January 2021 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sponsors
Sponsorship
If you are interested in finding out more about sponsorship opportunities please contact Fraser Butters at fraser@pervasivepr.com