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The performance landscape is evolving faster than ever. As demands on time and resources intensify, knowing where to develop the knowledge, networks, and skills that drive continuous improvement becomes critical. The Leaders Performance Institute unites a global community of senior high-performance professionals to share knowledge and exchange experiences – helping you and your key people to lead more effectively and drive continuous performance improvement.
The Network
Performance Director,
Chelsea FC
General Manager of Football Operations,
Brisbane Broncos
Director of Women’s Cricket,
England & Wales Cricket Board
President of Baseball Operations,
Seattle Mariners
Director of Football,
Premier League
General Manager,
Golden State Valkyries
Performance Director,
Lawn Tennis Association
Director of Cricket,
Rajasthan Royals
Senior Director of Organisational Development,
San Antonio Spurs
High Performance Director,
Swimming Australia
Chief Football Officer,
The Football Association
Director of Performance,
UK Sport
Senior Coach,
Sydney Swans
Program Director,
US Women’s National Team
Executive Director of Performance,
Houston Texans
Through our three development pillars, we help you and your key people build holistic leadership capabilities that drive performance – aligning teams, improving collaboration, strengthening planning, and expanding technical knowledge.
Networking and skill development to:
Problem solving groups and peer networking to:
Specialists and performance case studies to:
Connect with leading practitioners across the UK, Europe, North America & Australasia to share ideas and learn from world-class speakers on themes such as critical thinking, team culture, and operational planning.
Virtual Learning’ and then to read ‘Build the knowledge, skills, and leadership edge needed for evolving high-performance environments through expert-led virtual sessions.
15 January 2026
Impactful Strategies for Effective Learning
Elite sport often reacts rather than learns intentionally. Iain Brunnschweiler shares practical strategies to foster psychological safety, bridge the knowledge-application gap, and enhance personal and team development.
20 January 2026
The Contemporary Trends in Player Development
Explore how modern athlete expectations and sports science advances are reshaping player development. Discover emerging trends, what’s positively impacting pathways, what’s hindering progress, and insights from practitioners across disciplines.
29 January 2026
How to Manage the Pressures of Day-to-Day Performance
Rachel Vickery shares strategies for managing relentless scrutiny in elite sport. Learn practical approaches to control expectations, handle pressure collectively, and keep your team on track under high-stakes conditions.
10 February 2026
Wellbeing & Support Strategies for Sustainable Performance
Explore wellbeing best practices that drive long-term success. Evidence shows neglecting holistic support leads to burnout and reduced resilience. Discover how prioritizing wellbeing creates sustainable performance in high-pressure environments.
18 February 2026
The Cornerstones of Great Cultural Leadership
Cultural leadership is a strategic imperative, not a soft skill. Discover frameworks to become a more effective cultural leader and learn how to intentionally shape team cohesion, psychological safety, and performance outcomes.
26 February 2026
The Building Blocks of a Great Performance Environment
Success isn’t isolated excellence – it’s designing systems where teams consistently flourish. Explore what’s critical when building high-performance environments and how the talent-environment relationship drives sustainable success.
3 March 2026
The Key Pillars of Building Effective Performance Strategy
Strategy bridges ambition and execution but requires continuous evolution. Darren Shand, drawing from All Blacks experience, explores creating effective performance strategies in volatile environments. Learn what works, what hinders progress, and how to adapt.
11 March 2026
Overcoming Silos: The Skills & Mindsets for Navigating Structural Barriers
As organisations grow, silos fragment communication and undermine success. Robin Thorpe explores practical strategies to break down barriers between disciplines, strengthen collaboration, and ensure your team operates as a cohesive unit.
19 March 2026
Approaches & Mechanisms That Best Support Pathway Athletes
Iain Brunnschweiler explores the pathway athlete paradox: earlier-stage athletes often receive less guidance than elite performers. Discover essential support mechanisms to help athletes navigate transitions and build foundations for long-term success.
26 March 2026
Leading Change That Sticks: The Psychology Behind Transformational Leadership
Up to 70% of change initiatives fail due to resistance and poor communication. John Bull shares transformational leadership frameworks to inspire shared vision, build trust, and lead change that endures.
Become a member of unrivalled network that spans all sports and every aspect of high performance and gain the confidence that you’re developing the knowledge, networks and skills that will lead to more impactful performance solutions and push your career forward at pace.
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