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WOBCIC Network Membership

Your investment in how you lead, contribute, and influence.

The Women on Boards CIC® Network is a peer-led community for female entrepreneurs and SME leaders who are ready to step beyond day-to-day operations and into leadership, influence and board-level contribution.​

 

It exists to help women understand how boards really work, how decisions are made, and how to contribute with authority, clarity and confidence.

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At its core, this is a true peer community. A group of leaders learning from each other, sharing experience, and challenging thinking in a way that builds perspective over time without competition.​

 

Grounded in the realities of SMEs and micro-businesses, the network reflects how governance operates in practice. Not as process alone, but as the structure that supports better decisions, resilience and long-term growth.​

 

The programme combines online and in-person sessions to move from understanding into application.

  • Online sessions build knowledge across governance, strategy, finance and pathways into board roles.

  • In-person sessions bring participants around the table with experienced leaders to practise discussion, challenge and decision-making in real time.

 

Together, this creates a clear and practical pathway to develop board-level thinking, build confidence, and step into board opportunities. Equitable Governance™ sits at the centre, not as theory, but as a strategic advantage for SME leaders.

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This is not a networking group, and it is not designed for occasional participation.

 

It is a considered community for those who are ready to contribute, influence and lead with intention together.

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We are proud to be launching across the UK, including East Midlands, West Midlands, London and Manchester.

Join WOBCIC Network EAST MIDLANDS

Here are the details of the first East Midlands cohort.

In-person

Thinking → Applied Contribution

The 4 in-person sessions are where knowledge is tested, applied, and strengthened, with key guest speakers as delivery partners.

 

Each session is structured around a physical board table, with a senior business leader or key speaker seated within the group, not separate from it.

 

We are creating direct access to experience, insight, and challenge with participants expected to contribute, challenge and engage.

 

The sessions are not observational; they require active participation within a board-level environment.
 

The East Midlands In-person will all be held at PwC UK, East Midlands from 10am - 12pm. 

 

Sessions;

  • Personal Development and Branding 
    4th June 2026

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  • Leadership Mindset
    3rd September 2026
     

  • Equitable Governance
    3rd December 2026
     

  • Simulated Board Meeting
    26th February 2027

Online

Knowledge → Strategic Perspective

The 4 online sessions establish the core understanding required to operate at board level.

 

They are focused, practical, and designed to strengthen how participants think, question, and interpret decisions.

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Here, participants develop a clear understanding of how governance operates within SMEs and the ability to think strategically rather than operationally.

The online sessions build on financial and performance information confidence, together with awareness of board role pathways and how to position for them.

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All online sessions will be held on Zoom. (for East Midlands Cochort 1 only)

 

Sessions;

  • Governance fundamentals
    1st October 2026
     

  • Strategic Thinking, Critical Challenge & Decision making
    5th November 2026
     

  • Financial Acumen
    7th January 2027
     

  • Strategic Trust and Pathways
    4th February 2027
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Outcome

Understand how governance and board dynamics operate.​ 

 

Think strategically, applying judgement, challenge, and perspective beyond day-to-day operations.​ 

 

Apply with confidence in real-time discussion, challenge, and decision-making environments.​ 

 

Contribute with clarity, credibility, and authority at board level.​ 

 

Strengthen your leadership through a trusted peer network that challenges, supports, and extends your progression.

UN SDG 5

Inclusion
&
Empowerment

Opening access to leadership-level conversations and opportunities.

UN SDG 8

Innovation
&
Excellence

Raising standards and embedding best-practice and Equitable Governance Code™.

UN SDG 10

Sustainability
&
Growth

Supporting long-term impact through better decision-making

& leadership capability.

UN SDG 17

Inclusion
&
Empowerment

Developing confident contributors to boards, committees and public discourse.

Your investment in how you lead,
contribute, and influence.

Network

Cost

£1,200* per region, per annum 

 

This includes:

  • 4 online sessions

  • 4 in-person boardroom sessions

  • Access to a curated peer cohort

  • Direct engagement with senior business leaders

  • A structured pathway into board-level thinking and contribution

  • Private LinkedIn group

  • Invitation to private WOBCIC events

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* We recognise that flexibility can be important. If you'd like to explore a payment plan, please indicate below in the joining form.

Network

Cohort structure

Each cohort is intentionally limited to 20 participants.

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We then ensure;

  • Depth of discussion

  • Quality of peer exchange

  • Meaningful engagement within the boardroom setting

 

Please note: once capacity is reached, additional cohorts may not be opened in the region until further locations are established.

Network

Locations

East Midlands

West Midlands

London

Manchester

 

Each region operates as a dedicated cohort, ensuring trust,  consistency and quality across the network.

Yes, this is exactly what I need.

Where do I join?

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Please complete this form to ensure your place on the cohort.

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Please note: your place is not guaranteed until full payment is made.

We’re creating a purposeful, trusted space for women stepping into leadership and board roles. 

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Commitment & Fees
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Early Bird Offer
The early bird offer applies to sign-ups received on or before 1st May 2026. After this date, the standard rate will apply.
 

Participation
This is a peer-led space. We ask that you show up with professionalism, openness, and a willingness to contribute.
 

Confidentiality & Shared Learning
This is a trusted, confidential space designed to support open and honest conversation. We ask all participants to respect the privacy of others and not share discussions outside the network.
 

To support the ongoing development of Women On Boards CIC®'s work, we may draw on shared insights or themes from the network. This will always be anonymised, with no identifying details, and handled with care.
 

Respect & Conduct
We are committed to an inclusive, supportive environment. Behaviour that undermines this may result in removal.
 

Cancellations
As places are limited and the network is planned in advance, fees remain payable once your place is confirmed and are non-refundable.  
 

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By ticking this box, you agree to hear from us with relevant updates, opportunities, and events linked to our work.
 

We will always treat your information with care. Your details will not be shared, and you can opt out at any time.

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