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Helen Tomlinson
Build environments where women can thrive at every stage of their working lives with Helen Tomlinson, speaker and inclusion strategist. Helen works with organisations to implement employer-led strategies that support, retain, and progress women experiencing menopause. Helen delivers award-winning expertise as the former UK Government’s Menopause Employment Champion.
Helen Tomlinson is a leading inclusion strategist and women's workplace health advocate. She works at the intersection of policy, culture, and commercial strategy to help organisations retain and advance women throughout their careers. Helen served as the UK government's first Menopause Employment Champion, developing the strategy that shaped national employer guidance on supporting women through midlife.
During her tenure with the Department for Work and Pensions, Helen partnered with employers to develop practical approaches to supporting and retaining women experiencing menopause. Today, as Head of Inclusion & Employability at Adecco, Helen drives initiatives aligned to the purpose of Making the Future Work for Everyone, creating equitable pathways for marginalised groups and embedding inclusion into talent strategies at scale. Helen is the founder of the No Time To Step Back Collective, a cross-sector collaboration advancing innovation and best practice in women's workplace experiences.
She also serves as an ambassador for Wellbeing of Women and is a Trustee of ProAge.org. Helen's work is underpinned by the four pillars she champions: education, advocacy, lived experience, and active leadership. Her 30 years in recruitment, HR, and strategic management give her practical insight into the commercial case for inclusion, which she translates into strategies that organisations can implement immediately.
Topics, sessions and talks
Helen Tomlinson addresses the critical issue of closing the gender gap, exploring the barriers women face in various sectors as well as effective strategies for promoting equality. Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights into fostering inclusive environments and supporting women in the workplace. By the end of the session, leaders will have actionable steps to strengthen gender parity in their own organisation.
Helen Tomlinson explores the evolution of women's health in the workplace, highlighting the significant changes and ongoing challenges. She will discuss the importance of creating supportive environments for women, addressing issues such as maternity leave, mental health, menopause, and workplace policies. Attendees will gain insights into best practices for fostering inclusivity and promoting wellbeing, equipping them with the knowledge to implement effective strategies that enhance women's health in their organisations.
Helen Tomlinson explores the essential components that drive effective cultural transformation within organisations. Attendees will gain insights into how to implement evidence-based strategies that foster inclusivity and enhance workplace dynamics. By the end of the presentation, participants will understand the key principles of cultural change and how to apply them to create a more inclusive environment in their own organisations.
Helen Tomlinson explores the concept of vulnerable leadership, highlighting its significance in fostering authentic connections and trust within teams. She will discuss how embracing vulnerability can enhance communication and collaboration, ultimately leading to more resilient organisations. Attendees will learn practical strategies to implement vulnerable leadership in their own practices, equipping them to create a more inclusive and supportive work environment.
Helen Tomlinson brings three decades of hands-on expertise in workplace inclusion, offering practical strategies that help organisations retain and advance women at every career stage. Book Helen to gain actionable insights and proven frameworks that drive real change and boost your organisation’s performance.
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Helen Tomlinson structures her sessions around a four-pillar framework — education, advocacy, lived experience, and active leadership — translating 30 years of experience in recruitment, HR, and strategic management into evidence-based strategies that organisations can implement immediately.
Helen Tomlinson speaks on closing the gender gap, women's health in the workplace, and the four pillars of cultural change within organisations. She served as the UK government's first Menopause Employment Champion, a role in which she developed the national employer guidance on supporting women through midlife, and currently holds the position of Head of Inclusion & Employability at Adecco.
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