Starfish is dedicated to supporting leaders at every stage of their journey and we know that one of the hardest steps is how to go about finding the right opportunity, and what to expect when you get your first chief executive role. We are pleased to be running a webinar for our new Aspiring Chief Executives programme:
Navigating the CEO Journey: From Accidental to Adaptive Leadership in the Charity Sector” led by Ciara Eastell OBE
1pm – 2pm on Wednesday 12th March.
In this lunchtime session, Ciara will share her journey from “Accidental CEO” to adaptive leader in the social sector. Drawing on personal experience as well as research with other CEOs, she explores the unexpected path to CEO leadership and the principles of Adaptive Leadership.
The talk will cover embracing uncertainty, developing a growth mindset, and balancing mission-driven goals with operational realities. Aspiring CEOs will gain insights on skill development, mentorship, and creating a personal brand aligned with social impact. Ciara concludes with practical strategies for transitioning from senior manager to CEO in the social sector.
Our speaker
Ciara Eastell OBE is an experienced coach, consultant and facilitator working with CEOs and senior leaders from across the charity, cultural and HE sectors. She was previously CEO of Libraries Unlimited, a local authority spinout established in 2016 as an independent charity.
If you have any questions or issues, please email aspiringCEO@starfishsearch.com to get in touch with someone from the Starfish Search team.