What we’re about
The meetup group aims to provide a regular platform to network, share ideas and hear from guest speakers.
Want to find new HR strategies and develop your talent? Need to expand your professional network? Looking for your big opportunity to launch your services? Join our club!
This is a relaxed and friendly group designed to connect business pros from all levels of experience and across industries.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Birmingham AI Summit + DisruptAston Business School, Birmingham
Are you trying to understand how AI will impact your business? Are you curious about the ethical considerations of an AI-driven world?
Join us at Aston University for the AI Summit featuring DisruptHR Birmingham lightning talks as we share experiences, ask questions, and leave with practical insights about ways artificial intelligence is changing our professional and personal lives.
The theme of the summit is Learning and Professional Development.
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AI Summit Agenda
2:15-2:45 - Registration and networking - drinks and nibbles provided
2:45-3:00 - Intros including Bill Banham, Editor at HR Gazette, Alex Hughes, Chair at Inspire 2 Ignite, and Zoe Radnor, Pro Vice Chancellor, Professor and Executive Dean of the College of Business and Social Sciences at Aston University.3:00-4:00 - Multiple speakers:
- Jo Stansfield, Trustee at BCS The Chartered Institute for IT
- Dr Paul Jones, Associate Dean for Postgraduate Education and Student Experience at Aston Business School logo
- ChaVon (CJ) Clarke-Joell, Global AI Ethics Advocate, Thought Leader, and Innovator in Data Protection and Inclusivity at CKC Cares
- Storm Rae, Lecturer in Applied Digital Technologies at Cranfield University
4:00-4:15 - Networking break
4:15-5:00 - Special edition of Disrupt Birmingham - hosted by Jamie Keeling, My Staff Shop - featuring multiple 5-minute disruptive talks by local tech, HR and leadership experts:- Dr Anitha Chinnaswamy, Deputy Director, Cyber Security Innovation (CSI) Research Centre at Aston Business School
- Steve Foulger, Commercial HR Director, NFP Europe
- Kul Mahay, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Ignite Your Inner Potential
- Dr Laura Di Chiacchio PhD, Lecturer in Information Systems and Cyber Security at Aston Business School
- James Cumming, Co-founder at refind
- Kristian Mackie, Head of Innovation at MK:U
- Dieter Deuer, Head of Technology & Innovations at Vitro
5:00-5:10 - Networking break
5:10-5:40 - Multiple short talks by students and academics
5:40-6:30 - Wrap up and final networking - Newcastle Business Meetup: Erupt DisruptPitcher and Piano, Newcastle upon Tyne
The Erupt Disrupt meetup series comes to Newcastle on May 12th to bring the local HR, talent, tech and leadership communities together for networking and inspiring talks.
Join us for a relaxed get-together as we make connections, take a dive into ways local HR, Talent pros and leaders can support and shake up the workplace, and celebrate the relaunched Disrupt chapter in the North East!
Venue change: The meetup location has changed to Pitcher and Piano, 108 Quayside.
This event is designed to engage and inspire the local community ahead of the Disrupt North East Summit on May 13th at Learning Curve in Spennymoor.
Agenda
5:30 - 6:30 - Networking and registration
6:30 - 6:40 - Welcome and opening comments with Bill Banham, Editor at HR Gazette
6:40 - 7:10 - Multiple speakers including:- Neil Whittaker, Director of Marketing at Learning Curve Group
- Trevor Norman, Founder & Director at Tribero
- Maureen Brown, Founder at MI-Say
7:10 - 7:30 - Open mic session: An optional opportunity for attendees to take to the stage and pitch their ideas for a DisruptHR talk. Each pitch must be 90 seconds or less.
7:30 - 8:00 - Wrap up and thanksSponsors and Partners
HR Gazette
HR Gazette and the HRchat Podcast publishes the latest opinion, reviews, and news for pros interested in HR Technology, Talent, DEI, Performance, Wellness, Learning, and Leadership. Learn more: hrgazette.com
Learning Curve Group
Learning Curve Group is a national training and education specialist. We work with further education providers, employers and learners to help them achieve success. Since 2004, Learning Curve Group (LCG) has grown both organically and through acquisition to become one of the largest and most diverse providers in the UK. Learn more: learningcurvegroup.co.uk
Tribero
Tribero is a specialised consultancy that partners with organisations to drive cultural transformation, aligning purpose, vision, and core values with business objectives and growth. Our tailored solutions and customised programmes foster employee engagement and fulfilment, by aligning behaviours for job success, high-performing teams and cultural fit. Leveraging advanced behavioural data analytics, we provide strategic insights to create lasting organisational impact. Learn more: tribero.co.uk
Sullivan Brown Resourcing
Sullivan Brown Resourcing Partners is an independent recruitment business dedicated to delivering a high-quality service by working in true partnerships with our clients. Operating across the North of England, we recruit HR professionals and offer In-House Consultancy to businesses that want to improve their recruitment capability. Our flexible service, friendly approach, and 17 years of experience make us the number one choice for people who want an exceptional recruitment experience that is also flexible enough to design a bespoke solution. Learn more: sullivanbrown.co.uk
This is not an official DisruptHR event. Instead, it's a relaxed gathering of pros celebrating and pitching to be part of the DisruptHR NE chapter!
Any free tickets offered are subject to approval by event organizers
- Disrupt Cambridge 10.0The Glasshouse, Cambridge
Join us at Disrupt Cambridge for a lively afternoon of spirited presentations by local professionals, each giving their disruptive ideas on how to move our collective thinking forward when it comes to HR and talent.
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We're taking the brilliance of TED Talks, adding a pinch of energy from Ignite events, finishing it with a dash of "talent" and giving each speaker 5 minutes to blow your mind on topics relevant to the human experience in the workplace!*
FORMAT
10+ local business experts will present for 5 minutes each. It's fast-paced, entertaining, and lots of fun!
Professionals will come together at Innovate Cambridge's beautiful space "The Glasshouse" for an afternoon of inspiration and community building:- Hear what HR leaders and workplace innovators are doing in 2025 to improve the workplace
- Discover innovative approaches to how companies are disrupting current practices and adding value to the Cambridge World of Work community
- Network with forward-thinking leaders, consultants and HR people - we want to ensure we network and build connections
AGENDA
2:15 - 3:00 - Registration & networking
3:00-3:10 - Event introduction with James Hems, Head of HR , People and Culture at Bluewave Technology, Bill Banham, Editor at HR Gazette, Alex Hughes, Chair at Inspire 2 Ignite and Chanelle Mwale, Events and Front-of-House Co-Ordinator at Innovate Cambridge
3:10-3:20 - Partner talks
3:20 - 4:45 - Multiple 5-minute presentations by local business experts and academics including:- Diana Ford, Head of People & Culture at Riverlane
- Nikki Scarr, Snr HR Director at BVI Medical
- Sarah Hayes, HR Director at Securitas UK
- Matthew Grimes, Professor of Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Futures, University of Cambridge
- Trish Hewitt, Founder and Managing Director at Tap HR
- Steve Rimmer, Angel and NED with Inspire 2 Ignite CIC
- Tracey Wells, Talent Acquisition Manager at Redgate Software
- Lucy Day, Founder at Human2Human Thinking
- Dr Ali Raza Nemati, Programme Lead and Head of Human Resources at Magna Carta College
- Sam Squire, CEO at Inspire 2 Ignite
- Majid Islam, Co-Founder & Principal Consultant at Alignment Cubed
- Vikki Pratley, Founder at Skylark
4:45 - 5:15 - Thanks, wrap up and final networking
WHY ATTEND?
DisruptHR is a high-energy idea forum designed to inform and empower executives, business leaders, people in the human resources field and anyone, really, who are passionate about people.
It's always in a cool, relaxed venue full of like-minded people. Join us!THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS AND SPONSORS:
Organising Partner: HR Gazette
HR Gazette and the HRchat Podcast publishes the latest opinions, reviews, and news for pros interested in HR Technology, Talent, DEI, Performance, Wellness, Learning, and Leadership. Learn more: hrgazette.com
Venue Partner: Glasshouse
The Glasshouse is a new, central community space to connect, support and showcase high-growth science and technology companies and investors with the Cambridge innovation ecosystem.
Community Partner: Inspire 2 Ignite CIC
Empowering young people (16-24) to build sustainable and equitable communities. We do this through entrepreneurial experiences and events that connect them with industries and employers who value entrepreneurial thinking. Learn more: inspire2ignite.co.uk
More About DisruptHR Cambridge
Disrupt is an information exchange designed to energise, inform and empower executives, business leaders and people in the HR field.
The global event series is built on the belief that how we’ve approached people and talent in the past won’t be the best way to approach them in the future. Disrupt is founded on the idea that ALL business leaders need to be ready to take some risks, to stir the pot…in short, to DISRUPT.
Rebooted in 2023, DisruptHR Cambridge is a community of innovative HR pros, TA pros, and leaders.* Registering for this event does not guarantee entry. Capacity is limited and this event is specifically designed for HR, Talent pros, Tech leaders, and senior leaders at medium-large organisations. If you do not fit the criteria (e.g. you are a consultant/HR vendor) your application to attend may be rejected. Guests of partners and speakers will receive priority.
