Big Decision: Unlocking Strategy That Delivers: Board-Level Insights with Dr Alan O’Neill

Effective strategy is more than a plan on paper, it’s the engine that drives organisational performance. Yet, many boards and senior teams struggle to see their strategies succeed in practice. Join Russam for an exclusive 30-minute presentation designed to help boards, executives, and leadership teams understand why strategies fail at execution and what must change to ensure success in today’s fast-moving business world.

Event Overview

Title: Unlocking Strategy That Delivers: A Board-Level Insight
Duration: 30 minutes, plus networking
Date & Time: 29/04/2026 between 9-10am
Location: The Steps, RSA House, 8 John Adam Street, London, WC2N 6EZ

This session is ideal for board members, senior executives, and strategy leaders seeking practical insights into strategy design, governance, and execution. You’ll leave with actionable knowledge on how to drive results and avoid common pitfalls.

What to Expect

Welcome & Opening Remarks
Jason Atkinson, Managing Director at Russam, will set the scene, highlighting the importance of strategy in delivering sustainable performance.

Presentation: Dr Alan O’Neill
Hear from international strategy adviser Dr Alan O’Neill, whose experience spans Selfridges, Google, PwC, Harrods, and Intel. Dr O’Neill will explore:

Why strategies often fail at execution
How to design and refresh strategy for fast-moving markets
Common organisational challenges and how to overcome them
Real-world case examples demonstrating strategy in action

Q&A Session
Take advantage of the opportunity to ask Dr O’Neill your own strategic questions.

Networking Opportunity
Connect with peers at the end of the session to share insights, experiences, and practical takeaways.

Why Attend?

Attendees will gain:

Board-level insights into effective strategy execution
Practical tips to align leadership teams and governance structures
Lessons from real-world case studies to inspire action

This session is highly sought after, and attendance is limited. Early registration is recommended. Once capacity is reached, a waitlist will open automatically, and spaces will be offered in order of registration.