Join the Collective
A global community for people and organisations who believe culture, inclusion, and human dignity belong at the core of business.
What is the Collective
The Collective is a global storytelling and culture-think community. A space for people shaping the future of work to make sense of what’s changing, and what it means for their teams, organisations, and industries.
It’s part learning space, part insight engine, part culture lab. A community built on curiosity, reflection, bold ideas, honest conversation, and shared progress.
We explore work through people: behaviour, belonging, power, inclusion, leadership, and lived experience, with candour, humanity, and global perspective.
What You Gain!
Global insight
Signals and shifts shaping culture, leadership, behaviour, and belonging across industries and regions.
Collective intelligence
Learning from real stories,
experiments, challenges, and wins
from organisations worldwide.
Connection and shared spaces
A rhythm of virtual gatherings,
labs, conversations, and events that
bring people together to think, learn, debate, and exchange ideas across sectors and roles.
Practical tools
Playbooks, frameworks, and case studies you can bring straight into your work.
Community and conversation
A space where people speak openly
about what’s hard, what’s changing,
and what’s possible next.
A place to think
A rhythm of sessions that offer
clarity and perspective in a world
that rarely slows down.
Who it’s for
The Collective is for people shaping culture in all its forms, across continents, industries, and disciplines.
People join the Collective from all walks of work across sectors, regions, and roles. Many come from:
- People and Culture teams and leaders.
- L&D, Leadership and Talent Development.
- Inclusion and Belonging teams and leaders.
- ERG/BRG/Staff Network leaders and members.
- Effectiveness instead of development.
- Corporate affairs and employer branding.
- Sustainability, ESG and Social Impact.
Anyone shaping the human experience of work
It’s a community for thinkers, builders, storytellers, listeners, challengers, connectors, organisers —
and those who carry the emotional and practical weight of this work.
What our
community say
Sybil Taunton 12
Head of Culture, Tech“ The Collective helps us think ahead, not just keep up. 12 ”
John Smith
ERG Lead, Finance“ Sharp, practical, and human. Exactly teams need. ”
Sarah Jones
Head of Culture, Tech“ The Collective helps us think ahead, not just keep up. ”
Membership Tiers
The Collective gives your organisation access to global insight, shared intelligence, capability-building sessions, and a community of peers navigating similar challenges. Each tier extends your access to learning, tools, and conversations that shape long-term cultural progress.
Community
£0
Stay close to the global conversation.
- Monthly Collective Edit Newsletter
- Quarterly Bold Blueprint Magazine (Access Only)
Core
£3,995
Build foundations with steady support and insight.
- Monthly Collective Edit Newsletter
- Bi-annual Culture Signals Report
- Access to Member Portal
- Curious & Connected Sessions
- Bi-Annual Roundtables
- Internal Team Seats (3)
- Shift Programme 1 Seat + 10% Discount on Additional Seat
- Inclusive Festival 1 Ticket + 10% Discount on Additional Ticket
- Quarterly Bold Blueprint Magazine (Access Only)
Connected+
£7,995
Develop capability and bring your wider team into the work.
- Monthly Collective Edit Newsletter
- Bi-annual Culture Signals Report
- Access to Member Portal
- Curious & Connected Sessions
- Bi-Annual Roundtables
- Internal Team Seats (6)
- Shift Programme 2 Seats + 15% Discount on Additional Seat
- Inclusive Festival 2 Tickets + 15% Discount on Additional Ticket
- Quarterly Bold Blueprint Magazine (Access + 2 Features)
Champion
£12,995
Shape long-term cultural progress with deeper partnership and annual working sessions.
- Monthly Collective Edit Newsletter
- Bi-annual Culture Signals Report
- Access to Member Portal
- Curious & Connected Sessions
- Bi-Annual Roundtables
- Partner Event “hosted with UO” (1/Year)
- Half-Day In-House Culture Working Session (1/Year)
- Internal Team Seats (10)
- Shift Programme 4 Seats + 20% Discount on Additional Seat
- Inclusive Festival 4 Tickets + 20% Discount on Additional Ticket
- Quarterly Bold Blueprint Magazine (Access + 4 Features)
Compare Tiers
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3 | 6 | 10 |
| Inclusive Festival Ticket and Discounted Additional Tickets | |
1 Seat + 10% Discount Additional Seat | 2 Seats + 15% Discount Additional Seat | 4 Seats + 20% Discount Additional Seat |
| Inclusive Festival Ticket and Discounted Additional Tickets | |
1 Ticket + 10% Discount | 2 Tickets + 15% Discount | 4 Tickets + 20% Discount |
| IQuarterly Bold Blueprint Magazine | Access Only | Access Only | Access Only + 2 Features | Access Only + 4 Features |
Ready to Join?
The Collective is built for organisations and practitioners who
want a space to think, learn, share, and stay connected to what’s
shifting across culture, inclusion, leadership, and the future of work.
If this feels like where you belong, you’re welcome.
Frequently
Asked Questions
Who can join the Collective?
Any organisation or practitioner shaping culture, people experience, learning, inclusion, or organisational change. You don’t need a certain job title — just curiosity, openness, and a willingness to learn and share.
Is this for individuals or teams?
Both. Many people join through their organisation and bring colleagues in. Others join individually to connect with a wider community. Each tier includes a set number of internal team seats.
What’s the difference between the tiers?
Every tier gives you access to learning, community, and insight. Higher tiers expand your access to capability-building sessions, tools, culture labs, the SHIFT programme, festival tickets, and deeper organisational involvement.
What if I’m the only person doing this work in my organisation?
You’re not alone here. Many members join because they need a community of peers who understand the weight, pace, and emotional load of this work.
Is there a contract or minimum term?
Membership runs for 12 months. You can upgrade at any time if your team needs deeper involvement or more seats.
How do we pay, card or invoice?
You can join using either method. Most organisations choose invoice so they can add a PO or process it through their finance team. Card payments are also available if you prefer a faster checkout. Whatever works for your internal process is fine.
Can we pay later or start at a different time?
Yes. Organisations often have different financial cycles. We can align your start date with your team’s needs.
What kind of organisations join?
Yes. All virtual sessions (aside from Chatham House conversations) are recorded and added to the Member Portal.
Are the sessions recorded?
A mix of global brands, public sector teams, scale-ups, creative organisations, financial services, media, and purpose-led companies. Anyone committed to shaping culture is welcome.
What makes the Collective different from other networks?
Yes. Connected+ and Champion tiers are designed specifically for multi-team and multi-region access.
Can we switch tiers after joining?
Absolutely. Teams often start in one tier and move up as their needs grow or more colleagues get involved.
Do you offer corporate discounts or multi-country access?
We bring together culture, inclusion, leadership, learning, and organisational change — in one place. And we do it through global storytelling, practical tools, shared intelligence, and honest conversation. No performance. No jargon. No competition.
Does membership include sponsorship or speaking opportunities?
Sponsorship and speaking are separate from membership. Champion members can explore partnership opportunities, but nothing is automatically bundled.
Can we try before joining?
Yes. You can attend certain open sessions or events throughout the year to get a feel for the space.
Is the Collective global?
Completely. Members join from multiple regions and sectors. Sessions are scheduled to include Europe, US, and global audiences where possible.