7-8 December 2026, London, United Kingdom
Delivered in person
7-8 December 2026, London, United Kingdom
Delivered in person
Bridging the Leadership Gap
From Technical Expertise to Authentic Influence
Empowering Maritime and Energy Professionals with the Skills to Lead, Communicate, and Succeed Ashore
Why join the Presence and Influence in Maritime Leadership Workshop?
- Bridge the Leadership Skills Gap: Transitioning from technical or seagoing roles to leadership requires a new skill set. This workshop equips maritime and energy professionals with the tools to lead authentically, communicate effectively, and build credibility in high-stakes environments.
- Sector-Specific Training: Unlike generic leadership courses, this programme is tailored to the unique challenges of safety-critical, hierarchical, and multinational maritime and energy sectors.
- Practical, Measurable Change: Through filmed practice, structured feedback, and real-world scenarios, participants gain observable, measurable improvements in their presence, communication, and influence.
- Retention and Succession Solution: For organisations, this workshop addresses the critical sea-to-shore transition, helping retain and develop talent at a pivotal career stage.
- Expert-Led Programme: Led by Kate Bollanou, a seasoned expert in maritime leadership and intercultural communication, participants benefit from her extensive industry knowledge and practical insights.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the workshop, participants will:
- Develop Authentic Presence: Understand how presence is perceived and learn to project authority and warmth authentically.
- Master Communication and Influence: Gain skills to structure messages, communicate assertively, and adapt styles to different audiences and cultural contexts.
- Enhance Public Speaking and Presentation Skills: Learn techniques for storytelling, managing nerves, and delivering impactful presentations with confidence.
- Build Strategic Visibility: Understand the importance of professional reputation, networking, and visibility for career progression.
- Apply Skills in Real-World Scenarios: Practise and receive feedback on maritime and energy-specific scenarios, ensuring skills transfer to the workplace.
Key Questions Answered
During the Workshop, You'll Explore Answers to Key Questions Including:
- How do others perceive my presence, and how can I project authority and warmth authentically?
- What are the key elements of assertive communication, and how can I avoid language that undermines my credibility?
- How can I structure and deliver a message that resonates with diverse, multinational teams?
- What techniques can I use to manage nerves and handle challenging questions during presentations?
- How can I build a professional reputation and network that supports my career progression?
- What strategies can I use to challenge upward or give feedback in safety-critical, hierarchical environments without damaging relationships?
- How can I adapt my communication style to suit the deeply multinational teams in the maritime and energy sectors?
- What practical steps can I take to ensure my behavioural changes consolidate after the workshop?
Why choose Lloyd's Maritime Academy?
- TRACK RECORD: With over over 40 years of experience, Lloyd's Maritime Academy has helped professionals develop specialist knowledge across the global maritime, energy and offshore sectors.
- INDUSTRY EXPERTISE: Our programmes are designed and delivered by experienced practitioners and leading subject matter experts, ensuring practical, up-to-date learning aligned with current industry practice.
- PRACTICAL LEARNING: Gain knowledge you can apply immediately through industry-focused training designed to support professional development and career progression.
WHAT YOU'LL EXPLORE OVER TWO DAYS
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Day One
Presence and Connection
Build authentic authority and master communication techniques to influence effectively in high-stakes environments.
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Day Two
Voice and Visibility
Enhance public speaking, strategic networking, and visibility to elevate your leadership impact.
schedule Date | maps_home_work Delivery Type | person Trainer | language Language | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
07 Dec 2026 2 days Europe/London | location_on In Person London, UK, London, United Kingdom | Kate Bollanou | English | £2,395.00 £2,155.50 Book by 30 October |
07 Dec 2026
2 days, Europe/London
location_onIn Person
London, UK, London, United Kingdom
Language: English
Trainer: Kate Bollanou
£2,155.50
£2,395.00
Book by 30 October
to save £239.50
Venue
Workshop with a view: 240 Blackfriars
With stunning skyline views and excellent transport links to Central London and beyond, 240 Blackfriars offers an ideal venue for our workshop. Only a short 15-minute walk to the famous Borough Market, the venue is surrounded by vibrant city sights, local pubs, and landmarks.