Nicola has been a dedicated member of People’s Partnership since 2003 and has contributed to B&CE’s Charitable Trust since 2014. With over two decades of experience in the construction sector, she is deeply committed to improving outcomes for individuals, employers, and communities across the industry.
She holds a First-Class BA (Hons) from Manchester Metropolitan University, is FPC-qualified, and has completed the CMI Level 5 Coaching and Mentoring qualification. She also achieved a Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship, passing with distinction, and is currently expanding her strategic and leadership expertise through an Executive MBA at Cranfield School of Management.
Recognised for her strategic mindset and ability to bring people together, Nicola is passionate about the power of collaboration to generate wider, more meaningful impact for society. Her work focuses on enabling positive change, shaping programmes, partnerships, and initiatives that strengthen employment opportunities and support those who need it most.
Speaker enquiries: if you would like to book Nicola, please email events@peoplespartnership.co.uk.
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Leanne is a responsible investment expert with 14 years’ experience, and 25 years working in sustainable development more broadly.
As Head of Responsible Investment, her role is to assist the investment team in integrating environmental, social, governance and stewardship considerations into our investment process. In any discussion, Leanne brings to life the impact that such policies have on savers’ pension funds, notably with respect to addressing industry challenges to effective stewardship.
Speaker enquiries: if you would like to book Leanne, please email events@peoplespartnership.co.uk.
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Stuart leads the Distribution Team at People’s Partnership, where he looks after its biggest clients and works closely with advisers to secure new business for People’s Pension. He brings 25 years’ experience to the role, having worked for insurers, and some of the largest pension consultancies in the UK.
Stuart and his team create effective relationships with People’s Pension’s clients and its adviser community through shaping solutions to meet the evolving needs of employers and employees. His team focus on using technology and people to deliver world-class customer care, and cherish face-to-face time with People’s Pension’s members, helping them improve their financial outcomes.
Speaker enquiries: if you would like to book Stuart, please email events@peoplespartnership.co.uk.
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Alice Leighton is an accomplished senior marketing leader with over 20 years of experience driving strategic growth across Financial Services in B2C, B2B, and B2B2C markets. Known for her entrepreneurial approach and passion for innovation, Alice combines deep commercial acumen with creative vision to deliver high-impact, insight-led marketing strategies that achieve strong top and bottom-line performance.
She has extensive expertise in brand strategy, digital transformation, and customer experience, with a proven track record of leading large, multi-location teams through complex change while maintaining engagement and delivering results. Alice is a graduate of the Women Ahead 30% Mentoring Scheme, championing diversity and inclusion to increase female representation in senior leadership roles.
Alice believes in empowering teams through collaboration, transparency, and continuous development, fostering a culture where creativity and accountability drive exceptional business outcomes.
Speaker enquiries: if you would like to book Alice, please email events@peoplespartnership.co.uk.
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Victoria Jonson is Director of Public Affairs at People’s Partnership. She joined in November 2024 to further strengthen the organisation’s voice and profile with policymakers, parliamentarians and the wider business community.
Victoria was previously at the British Business Bank for six years, where she managed the Bank’s relationships with Ministers, parliament, trade bodies and think tanks. She has previously worked for a number of trade bodies including R3 – the Insolvency and Restructuring Trade Body, where she won a number of industry awards including Campaign of the Year. She has a degree in Politics from Leeds University.
Speaker enquiries: if you would like to book Victoria, please email events@peoplespartnership.co.uk.
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Allie Jenkin leads Customer Engagement at People’s Partnership, where she oversees our contact and guidance functions to ensure members feel supported and informed. Her mission is simple: to help people feel in control of their finances by giving them the clarity and confidence to make good decisions for the future.
Allie joined People’s Partnership in January, bringing a wealth of experience in building customer service operations from the ground up. Previously, she was Head of Customer Service at Vanguard, where she created and scaled the service offering. Before that, she held several customer-facing roles at Coutts, including developing the Next Generation proposition and managing the Banking operation.
Passionate about customer experience and engagement, Allie is available to speak on topics such as customer service standards, emerging trends, and how businesses can empower customers through clear communication and guidance.
Speaker enquiries: if you would like to book Allie, please email events@peoplespartnership.co.uk.
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Kirsty is responsible for, and passionate about creating products and services that make life simpler and more rewarding for our members. With years of experience turning complex ideas into clear, practical solutions, she thrives in an environment of collaboration and fresh thinking to solve hard problems.
Kirsty brings a grounded, approachable style to her work focused on listening, understanding, and delivering what really matters. Her goal is simple: to design propositions that genuinely help people and make a real difference.
Speaker enquiries: if you would like to book Kirsty, please email events@peoplespartnership.co.uk.
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Phil has worked in investments since 2010 and is now part of the CIO Office, helping to shape the investment strategy of People’s Pension.
He’s always happy to talk about anything investment-related, whether it’s how members’ money is allocated, the processes behind People’s Pension’s investment operations, or what’s happening in markets and pensions today.
Phil’s experience includes multi-asset portfolio management, time at the Bank of England, and advisory work with Trusts, Charities, and in Non-Executive Director roles. This broad background helps him bring a balanced and practical perspective to investment decisions.
Speaker enquiries: if you would like to book Phil, please email events@peoplespartnership.co.uk.
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José Morago brings over 25 years of experience in risk management and regulation in financial services across the UK, Europe, and the USA.
He has held senior risk executive positions at Allianz UK, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Aviva and Ageas, and previously served as Chair of the Institute of Risk Management. His experience spans the insurance sector, banking, and the UK regulator, giving him a deep and broad understanding of all aspects of risk management and regulation in financial services.
José takes a clear, practical approach to risk and is committed to helping the organisation grow responsibly, earn trust, and deliver real value for customers.
Speaker enquiries: if you would like to book José, please email events@peoplespartnership.co.uk.
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At People’s Partnership, Nigel is responsible for our group information technology and digital estate.
Nigel has 20 years’ experience working in dual regulated Financial Services businesses, as chief information officer. His previous roles include leading IT, Change, commercial property.
Speaker enquiries: if you would like to book Nigel, please email events@peoplespartnership.co.uk.
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