Leading the Way: Role modelling for gender balance and real change – in partnership with WUN

19 May 2026
Utility Week Keynote Stage
Organisations play a critical role in actively shaping progress for women through visible role modelling and different approaches to achieving diversity. Join the Women Utilities Network (WUN) and senior leaders to hear short, honest reflections on the approaches their organisations have taken, from voluntary commitments to mandated targets and structural change.

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Chairperson
Hayley Monks
Hayley Monks, Co-founder and Director - WUN (Womens Utilities Network) and MD of Echo
Speakers
Jo Dow
Jo Dow, Chief Executive - Business Stream
Heidi Mottram
Heidi Mottram, Chief Executive - Northumbrian Water
Rebecca Sedler
Rebecca Sedler, Managing Director - National Grid Interconnectors