Held in partnership with the Aspen Initiative UK, the Socrates UK Seminar will take place from July 17th to July 19th, 2025. This Socrates international seminar will include three sessions, program meals, and local excursions/tours. For more information click here. If you have any questions, please email socrates@aspeninstitute.org.
To register your interest in attending this seminar, please fill the expression of interest form. Aspen UK may not be able to accept every application as we curate each cohort to ensure there is a real diversity of participants.
The Leadership Paradox: Regulation, Risk, and Innovation in Uncertain Times
How can leaders balance regulatory frameworks, risk, and the drive for innovation in an uncertain world?
In an era of rapid technological change, shifting political landscapes, and increasing scrutiny, leadership requires a delicate balance – navigating complex regulations while fostering innovation and strategic agility.
Aspen Institute UK’s Oxford Leadership Seminar invites a select group of senior leaders from across business, government, civil society, and the non-profit sector to explore this crucial challenge. Over three days, participants will engage in dynamic, expert-moderated discussions, challenge their leadership assumptions, and build meaningful cross-sector connections.
Moderator: The seminar will be led by Ruth Girardet. Ruth has been moderating Aspen seminars in the UK and Europe since 2013 and has over 20 years of professional experience in corporate responsibility and ethics. She has extensive knowledge of how the corporate and charity sectors can work together to address issues of social justice.
