Speakers
Nadine Dixon
Colin Archer
Joe Salmon FIIC
Panel
What’s the impact when change is or isn’t communicated with care? How can IC teams influence this process?
Chaired by Joe Salmon
With panellists:
Nadine is a senior change communications specialist, who is passionate about helping organisations to engage with their employees. She has over fifteen years of global communications expertise gained from leading complex change communications strategies (business and technology transformations, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory and legal reforms, culture integration, DEI engagement) for Barclays, Financial Conduct Authority, Aon and Mayor of London.
Nadine has an eclectic taste in music, a fondness for exploring diverse cuisines (a real foodie!), loves spreading the 'good news' about internal communications on LinkedIn (come and say hello!) and has recently began an exploration of the benefits of using essential oils.
Colin is an experienced leader in internal communications and organisational culture. His approach is Purpose driven and believes that while organisations do well by doing good, the people in those organisations are the ones who make it happen.
His philosophy is that if you spend at least eight hours of your day at work, then those hours should be exciting, fulfilling, and make us feel good about what we do. Colin’s approach at work is in the service of that philosophy and the reason he loves doing what he does.
Joe is a seasoned communications leader with a proven track record of driving organisational success. With over two decades of communication expertise, spanning agency, consultancy, and in-house roles at companies including Vodafone, BT, Hill + Knowlton Strategies, and Spotify. He excels at providing strategic leadership communication and coaching to enhance visibility, reputation and trust, while crafting employee campaigns delivered through compelling storytelling to help organisations to grow from the inside out.
His expertise spans leadership communication, employee engagement, and navigating organisational change. Joe has a Post Graduate Diploma in Internal Communication Management, and is a passionate advocate for the internal communication profession, his influence extends beyond the day job. He's an elected Board Director and Fellow at the Institute of Internal Communication, a champion for inclusion and belonging through the UK Black Comms Network, a recognised event host, speaker, mentor, and awards judge. And PRovoke Media Innovator 25 honouree.
Jarrod is an award-winning chartered communications professional specialising in digital strategy, internal communications, brand, and transformation. With over 15 years of experience across financial services, housing, and non-profit sectors, he excels in delivering strategic messages through creative content and purposeful channels.
As Head of Digital Channels and Content at FTSE-listed St. James's Place, he leads global digital employee experience engaging 3,000 employees and more than 17,000 people in SJP's Partnership community. At housing association Bromford, he led communications for a £65 million transformation programme and spearheaded the response to a major cyber incident, where his approach to transparency and leadership visibility was highly commended.
Passionate about user-centred design, accessibility and inclusivity, and exploring the future of IC and digital comms, Jarrod regularly contributes to industry discussions as a panellist and guest speaker. He serves as Officer Commanding of the RAF Air Cadets Volunteer Communications Team, where he was recognised with a New Year's Honours commendation in 2023.