2025 highlights

"The conference offered practical insights from leaders who spoke about governance with experience and passion. I left feeling inspired and better equipped to contribute meaningful change in my organisation. It was also a valuable opportunity to network with like-minded professionals."

"A brilliant event providing an opportunity to explore the ever-evolving world of governance with like-minded people. Thank you CST, for creating opportunities like these. This is my second year running and both times I have come away with some really inspirational and practical ideas to implement in my role."

Attending the CST Governance and Trustees Conference 2025 was a transformative experience. The emphasis on stewardship, long-term thinking, and collective sense-making challenged my assumptions and inspired new ways of approaching governance. I was particularly struck by the call to embed community voices and future-focused strategies into decision-making. Sessions on AI, board leadership, and intergenerational collaboration were both thought-provoking and practical. I left with a renewed sense of purpose and a deeper understanding of how governance can be inclusive, strategic, and resilient. This conference didn’t just inform—it empowered. I’m excited to bring these ideas into our work at Westcountry Schools Trust​."