Leadership Academy
Stepping Into Leadership Academy April 2026 - Scotland
Set in the heart of Edinburgh, this two-day leadership retreat invites you to step away from the everyday and focus on your growth as a leader. Designed for PR and communications professionals preparing for leadership or already navigating senior roles, the programme combines expertly curated learning with time to pause, connect and recharge.
Across the two days, our expert trainers will guide you through a series of high-impact sessions, including:
Leadership in a Crisis – Kate Hartley FPRCA & Tamara Littleton, co-founders of Polpeo (including a crisis simulation)
Persuasion, Power and Presence: Compelling communication in the hybrid world – Jayne Constantinis
Leading the Way with Feedback: Providing confident, constructive and positive feedback to get better results, improve motivation and develop your team – Emma Ewing
Change – Leading and Empowering – Liam FitzPatrick
- A Masterclass on Leading through Ambiguity - Jane Fordham FPRCA and Ann-Marie Blake
Leadership development that’s immersive, reflective and results-driven — designed to leave a lasting impact.
A detailed brochure with all session descriptions will be available soon.
For more information or to book your place, please contact [email protected]

Date: Thursday, 23rd + Friday, 24th April 2026
Where: Apex Grassmarket Hotel, Edinburgh
Member Price: £1895 + VAT
Non-member Price: £2495 + VAT
What is included:
- Four comprehensive sessions and one masterclass
- A one hour follow-up coaching session
- Accomodation on Thursday night
- All meals and beverages
- Thursday night social

This is one of the best trainings I’ve done, leaving me inspired and invigorated for the next challenge ahead. My business will see a difference. Importantly the trainers and organisers are second to none, they put on a great show.
Ready to elevate your team?
Get in touch and let us support your learning and development.