Julie Liddell

Founder and Managing Director at Still Human, Edwin Group

Julie has over 25 years experience of teaching psychology, along with an enthusiasm for sharing simple, effective ways to improve wellbeing. Having worked in the post-16 sector both as a teacher and a senior manager, Julie has a genuine understanding of the current challenges facing education. Julie founded Still Human as she believes that when staff health and wellbeing is nurtured, it positively impacts both the individual and the whole school community.

1 Workshops series two

Navigating in a time of mergers and growth: A leadership journey

According to the Edurio National CST School Trust Report 2025, one in six trusts (15%) report considering merging with another trust, and 59% of CEOs report that they expect to open or add schools to their trust in the next year. This session will explore how strong leadership and positive culture underpin the entire merger process, and are essential to its success. Join colleagues from Edwin People in an exploration with three CEOs that are at different stages of this journey to understand the human and strategic sides of merger and trust growth. Delegates will learn from key lessons encountered through the merger process, and the impact on how adult wellbeing drives sustained outcomes for children. Join this workshop to hear where the role of a Chief People Officer/People Director fits into the overall merger strategy, and understand both the challenges and opportunities at play.