Successful Finance Leaders' Networking Event across North Lancashire and Cumbria explores hybrid working and AI

On Thursday 19 September, finance professionals from across North Lancashire and Cumbria gathered for the latest Finance Leaders’ Network event, offering valuable networking opportunities and an insight into the future of hybrid work models and AI in the workplace. The event, which attracted CFOs, Finance Directors, and Senior Financial Controllers, was designed to foster peer-to-peer learning, provide industry insights, and offer practical strategies for maintaining business success in a rapidly evolving landscape.

The event kicked off with presentations, featuring a panel of esteemed speakers, including Emma Plachciak from Puzzle HR, Charlotte Dean from P3 People Management Ltd, and Dr. Adrian Wright from UCLAN. Each speaker offered their unique perspective on how hybrid working has reshaped the employment lifecycle, particularly in the context of AI’s growing influence on recruitment, learning, and development.

The discussion also addressed a key question: has your business achieved the right balance with hybrid working, or has it gone too far? Attendees explored best practices for maintaining productivity and employee satisfaction, whilst also reflecting on how the hybrid model has become a permanent feature in the post-COVID workplace. The morning concluded with a lively Q&A session, where participants engaged with the speakers, exchanging thoughts on the future of work.

The Finance Director Network remains committed to offering senior finance professionals across North Lancashire and Cumbria an ongoing platform for networking, learning, and personal development.