A charity led by and/or supporting people from underrepresented communities, works with up to six Barclays Pilotlighters over ten weeks to assess an operational challenge and explore ways forward.
Tailored support
Developed with our long-standing partner Barclays, this is an opportunity for charity leaders to find ways forward on an operational challenge or opportunity.
A team of up to six Pilotlighters from mixed grades across Barclays work collectively to understand the challenge presented and deliver a workable solution to the charity leader. Conducting in-depth research and analysis, the team work to provide tailored practical support to help the charity leader overcome their current challenges and maximise opportunities. Developing recommendations over the programme, in the final meeting they present their expert consultancy to the charity leader in a Q&A session, sharing implementation plans for the charity to take forward.
A diversity of ideas
As well as the mixed grade Pilotlighters, an experienced Managing Director from Barclays joins the team to provide support, guidance and troubleshoot any issues that may arise. A Pilotlight Project Manager facilitates meetings and provides insight into the charity sector.
Areas of focus for the charity can include anything from managing growth and impact measurement to generating income or governance.
This programme is delivered virtually.
We are currently open for applications from charities and social enterprises for this programme.
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Case studies
Supporting ACLT to increase donations
"The project went exceptionally well, thanks to the commitment and teamwork of the Barclays Pilotlighters.... A key output from the project was an implementation matrix, which we’ve incorporated into our next two-year strategy."
Developing sustainable delivery to help Ways for Wellbeing
"There have been several positive outcomes from our conversations with the Pilotlighters. Some of them involve examining how a non-executive board member could bring fresh insights, enhance strategic oversight, and contribute to a more diverse and accountable governance structure."
Increasing efficiency for United African Association
“The experience was an eye opener for the staff and volunteers who were involved. The Inclusive Leadership programme enabled us to restructure how we run certain aspects of our organisation, enabling us to implement time saving processes and make better use of staff and volunteers to give us a better work-life balance.”
Setting a robust future for Just Psychology
Just Psychology’s Company Director Dr Iyabo Fatimilehin, came to Inclusive Leadership, a programme we run in partnership with Barclays, for support on how to create a sustainable business plan for growth.
Helping Cycle Sisters to develop corporate partnerships
Cycle Sisters aims to support Muslim women to cycle by creating inclusive and accessible spaces to develop cycling skills and confidence, without having to compromise cultural or religious values.
Finding a ‘perfect match’ for Team Margot
"The report, feedback, genuine interest and generosity of time and effort in helping us review aspects of ourselves and our aims, has proved invaluable."
Securing a vibrant future for South Asian Arts-uk
“This programme gave me the license to set some time aside and focus, I’m not sure if I would’ve done so otherwise. I’ve come to realise we have the seedling now and it’s time to figure out how big a pot we now need to repot it in.”