IMPACT LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

ACCELERATE

THRIVING AND REMAINING RELEVANT IN AN AI-DRIVEN WORLD

Think Bigger. Lead Braver. Move Faster.
An evening of ideas, conversations and connections exploring how leaders can thrive and remain relevant in an AI-driven world.

OCTOBER 9, 2026

GLASGOW, UK

EXPLORE THE SUMMIT

WHY ACCELERATE

Leadership Doesn't Stand Still. Neither Should You.

The Impact Leadership Summit brings together professionals, founders, entrepreneurs and leaders for meaningful conversations about leadership, growth and the future of work. ACCELERATE is designed to challenge how we think, strengthen how we lead and help us navigate a world being reshaped by AI and rapid change.

WHY ACCELERATE →

Why Attend?

Lead at the Next Level

Strengthen the clarity, confidence and adaptability you need to lead effectively in a rapidly changing environment.

Expand Your Thinking

Hear fresh perspectives that challenge assumptions and help you think differently about leadership, technology, work and opportunity.

Build Meaningful Connections

Connect with professionals, founders, entrepreneurs and leaders from different sectors, backgrounds and experiences.

Increase Your Visibility

Learn how to communicate your value more clearly, strengthen your professional presence and create opportunities for greater influence.

MEET THE VOICES SHAPING THE CONVERSATION

Seyi Agbede

Convener

Seyi Agbede is a Leadership Growth Architect, executive coach and keynote speaker focused on building scalable leaders and institutions. He is the Convener of the Impact Leadership Summit and has led leadership development initiatives across Ireland, the UK and internationally.

Dr Ourania Varsou

Speaker

Dr Ourania Varsou is a medically qualified Senior Lecturer in Anatomy at the University of Glasgow with a PhD in neuroscience and neuroimaging. Her work spans medical education, clinical anatomy, ultrasound, health humanities and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in education.

Calum Moore

Speaker

Calum Moore is a communication specialist, public speaking coach and executive coach who helps individuals and teams communicate with greater clarity, confidence and impact. Known as The Communication Catalyst, his work spans public speaking, corporate training, negotiation and high-impact communication.

Adekemi Giwa

Speaker

Adekemi Giwa is an experienced banking and risk professional, speaker and executive coach with a strong interest in leadership, inclusion and civic participation. Her work and public engagement span financial services, community leadership and helping people use their voices to create meaningful change.

Christina Scott

Speaker

Christina Scott is an entrepreneur, business leader and advisor with experience spanning enterprise development, education, employability and purpose-led growth. As Founder of Neoni Ltd, and through previous leadership roles across DigiLoop, BeYonder and advisory ventures, she has focused on building businesses, developing people and creating opportunities for sustainable impact.

Emeka Ebeniro

Speaker

Emeka Ebeniro is a growth marketer, digital strategist and entrepreneur helping founders and businesses build smarter systems for sustainable growth. Through Trelion Digital and his wider work in the technology ecosystem, he explores the intersection of marketing, AI, digital innovation and entrepreneurship.

Dawn Jackson

Speaker

Dawn Jackson is a people-focused talent acquisition and retention professional with extensive experience helping organisations attract, develop and retain people. Her work brings together recruitment, employee experience, mentoring and emotional intelligence, with a strong emphasis on creating workplaces where people can thrive.

Kayode Alabi

Speaker

Kayode Alabi is a digital marketing and business growth professional helping organisations strengthen their marketing execution and build more effective systems for growth. His experience spans digital strategy, agile ways of working and helping businesses turn ideas into practical, measurable action.

EVENT DETAILS

Plan Your ACCELERATE Experience

DATE

October 9, 2026

TIME

05:30 PM

VENUE

Barclays Eagle Lab Glasgow

Beco Building, 58 Kingston Street,

Glasgow, G5 8BP

ACCESSIBILITY

Please contact us with any accessibility requirements.

The Convener

SEYI AGBEDE

Creating Conversations That Move Leadership Forward

Seyi Agbede is a Leadership Growth Architect, executive coach and keynote speaker focused on helping leaders and organisations build the clarity, systems and capacity required for sustainable growth. He is the Convener of the Impact Leadership Summit, which brings together diverse voices around leadership, opportunity and the changing world of work.

Through ACCELERATE, Seyi creates a space for practical insight, honest conversation and meaningful connection, helping participants think differently about how they lead, grow and remain relevant in a rapidly changing world.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCES

REAL EXPERIENCES.

REAL IMPACT.

Hear directly from participants who have experienced previous editions of the Impact Leadership Summit.

Mahmuda

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Victor

London, UK

Rabia

Dublin, Ireland

Surhabi

Dublin, Ireland

Amy

London, UK

Diana

Houston, Texas

Bidhan

Birmingham, UK

Sam

Dublin, Ireland

Parag

Dublin, Ireland

FINAL CALL TO ATTEND

Your Next Level Won't Build Itself.

Join us in Glasgow for an evening of fresh perspectives, meaningful conversations and valuable connections designed to help you lead, adapt and remain relevant in a rapidly changing world.

October 9, 2026 • Glasgow, Scotland

NEED TO KNOW

EVENT DETAILS

Everything you need to know before joining us at ACCELERATE. If you have a question that isn't answered here, our team will be happy to help.

Who is ACCELERATE for?

ACCELERATE is designed for professionals, founders, entrepreneurs, executives, emerging leaders and anyone interested in leadership, growth and remaining relevant in a rapidly changing world.

Where is the summit taking place?

Barclays Eagle Lab Glasgow, Beco Building, 58 Kingston Street, Glasgow, G5 8BP.

What time does the event begin?

The summit begins at 5:30 PM on Friday, October 9, 2026. Check-in begin at 5:00 PM.

Is registration required?

Yes. Advance registration is required to attend the summit.

Will there be opportunities to network?

Yes. ACCELERATE is designed not only around ideas and conversations but also around creating meaningful opportunities for participants to connect.

Taysey Leadership Network is an international not-for-profit organisation headquartered in Ireland, advancing inclusive leadership, mentorship, and equitable opportunity through conferences, partnerships, and leadership development programmes.

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