Key Themes - Performance Institute

The Power of Aligned People

Culture, Unity, Momentum

What: On the whole, sport does alignment pretty well. Of the 200+ practitioners who contributed to our Trend Survey, 50% describe their organisation as ‘somewhat aligned and a further 12% very aligned.’ However, it can’t be understated just how crucial alignment & direction continues to be in the quest for organisational success, if not more important than ever before.
Why: Exploring how senior leaders from inside and outside of sport are working to generate true organisational alignment. What is their philosophy and approach? How are they implementing the vision and processes? How are others navigating the need to balance short-term return results and long-term development for sustained performance, but staying aligned in the process?

Reimagining A New Era of Leadership

Vision, Growth, Advantage

What: A striking 57% of practitioners believe leadership has stagnated over recent years. The evidence is clear, those who actively invest in developing their leaders are the ones gaining a competitive advantage.
Why: At the Summit, we’ll learn from organisations who are breaking the cycle of stagnation, the specific skills they’re building, and how they are redefining leadership to keep ahead in a constantly changing environment.

The Edge of Innovation: Resourcefulness Over Resources

Creativity, Strategy, Impact

What: Increasing specialisation and speed of technological developments induce anxiety in those who fear that rivals will disappear over the horizon. The message? Success isn’t about the size of your resources, it’s about making every choice count.
Why: We’ll uncover how we stretch every resource, make bold but calculated decisions, and embed innovation into their culture, proving that strategic resourcefulness is the real competitive edge.

Psychology is the Game-Changer

Integration, Holistic Development, Well Being

What: 80% of practitioners believe psychology will have the biggest impact on human performance in the coming years. The advantage will belong to those who optimise its effectiveness and integrate it effectively in performance strategy.
Why: It matters how you position Psychology. It’s about embedding it into every level of your environment. We’ll explore the proven systems, routines, and cultural shifts to position Psychology as a strength for you, your team and organisation.

Winning the Tech Arms Race

Ideas, Intelligence, Transformation

What: With 43% of practitioners lacking a tech decision-making framework, many are leaving performance gains on the table. Choosing the right technology isn’t optional, it’s a performance multiplier.
Why: The Summit we’ll uncover technological advancements, data & analysis and artificial intelligence reveal how the best teams cut through the noise to adopt tools that ensure every tech decision is guided by evidence, impact, and long-term value.