What is ConnEx?
Welcome to ConnEx, where Britain’s most influential C-suite executives will gather to redefine how leadership talent can be mobilised for good.
ConnEx is our movement to connect charities with the world’s leading C-suite executive talent, on an advisory basis, completely free of charge. We believe that giving back isn’t just about financial donations; it’s about mobilising the expertise and insight that business leaders possess to create systemic, sustained impact.
We place top-tier executives into advisory roles with charities, providing strategic guidance that helps organisations reach their full potential. This is leadership as a force for change, with a strong focus on purpose, innovation, trust and long-term partnerships.
Our charity partners
At the 2026 launch event, we were proud to welcome five leading UK charities, each presenting their real transformation challenges to executives in the room:
- Action For Children – Supporting vulnerable children and young people
- MHA – Providing care and support for older people
- RNLI – The charity that saves lives at sea
- Parkinson’s UK –Improving life with Parkinson’s
- RSPCA – For Every Kind
Who attended
The evening brought together industry-leading executives who understand that purpose drives performance, including:
- Chief Finance Officers with strategic financial and commercial insight
- Chief Technology Officers driving digital innovation
- Chief Information Security Officers protecting against information security and data protection threats
- Chief Data Officers evangelising the use of Data and AI
- Chief People Officers building high-performing cultures
- Chief Operating Officers building resilient and efficient enterprise
Every attendee was personally vetted and invited based on their values, expertise and commitment to creating meaningful social impact.
The evening at the Natural History Museum
Arrival and welcome – Premium drinks and canapés reception as guests explored one of London’s most prestigious venues.
ConnEx introduction – La Fosse leadership introduced the ConnEx movement and the evening’s objectives.
Charity spotlight presentations – Five-minute presentations from each charity partner, showcasing their strategic challenges and transformation opportunities.
Curated networking – Networking in the Museum’s galleries with charity leaders and C-suite peers, professionally facilitated, with further drinks and canapés served throughout.
The ConnEx Impact
For charities:
- Advisory boards of 6 senior executives per charity
- Cross-functional expertise in finance, technology, data, operations, people and cyber security
- Long-term strategic partnerships that drive sustainable growth
- Unlock faster problem-solving with experts who bring a future-focused lens.
For executives:
- Meaningful opportunity to apply your expertise for social good
- Connection with like-minded leaders who share your values
- Advisory roles that fit around your schedule (typically a few days per quarter)
- Association with leading UK charities making real impact
Proven Success:
We’ve already delivered 8 successful charity-executive matches with 100% conversion rate from enquiry to meaningful engagement.
What made this different
ConnEx wasn’t just another networking event. It represented:
- Purpose-driven leadership: Executives who understand that social impact drives business success
- Genuine commitment: Every attendee personally invited based on their values and expertise
- Measurable outcomes: 15+ C-suite advisory positions available for placement
- Quality assurance: Invitation-only attendance ensuring committed, high-calibre participation
- Long-term impact: Ongoing strategic partnerships, not one-off meetings
Partner with ConnEx 2027
Be part of the movement mobilising leadership for good.
ConnEx 2027 offers a rare opportunity to put your brand in front of 400 of Britain’s most influential C-suite executives, in an environment built on purpose, trust and genuine social impact. Sponsorship places are limited and demand is high.