HOT Networking – Menopause in the Workplace: Why It Matters to Everyone

HOT Networking takes place on the second Wednesday of every month, from 8am – 10am, at the Elsie Whiteley Innovation Centre, Halifax.

Designed to be relaxed, friendly, and genuinely useful, HOT Networking allows time to connect with other professionals while also enjoying insightful talks that can positively impact the way you work and grow your business. The event is hosted by local Calderdale charity Halifax Opportunities Trust, in partnership with Mid Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce and AD:Venture.

Event agenda:

8am – 8.30am – Registration and light refreshments

8am – 9am – Welcome and introductions from attendees:

No more 60-second pitches!

Simply introduce yourself, your job title, and your business name. Then, in 10 words or fewer, tell us what you do.

9am – 9.30am – Guest speaker: Jenny Bowers, Director of Purplemoon Supervision and Coaching Ltd.

Could menopause be affecting your workplace more than you realise?

In this engaging and accessible introduction to Menopause in the Workplace, Jenny Bowers will explore the realities behind the myths and explain why this topic matters to everyone, not just those experiencing menopause. Attendees will leave with greater understanding, practical knowledge and simple ideas to help create a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Jenny is the Founder Director of Purplemoon Supervision and Coaching Ltd.  She’s a workplace wellbeing specialist, supervisor and leadership coach and a licensed trainer for Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace.

Drawing on over 20 years of leadership experience in education, Jenny brings practical insight, warmth and expertise to her speaking engagements, inspiring audiences to prioritise wellbeing and help everyone thrive at work.

9.30am – 10am – Open Networking

Free on-site parking is available, and attendees are welcome to stay on after the session and work from the co-working space free of charge.

Complimentary hot drinks, water, fresh fruit and pastries are served at each session.

Speakers are announced up to a month in advance, so be sure to check the event page regularly for the latest updates. Details of upcoming events will be released once the current month’s session has taken place. If you’re interested in presenting at a future HOT Networking event, we’d love to hear from you — please get in touch.