Leaders About Barnsley (The LAB)

Leaders About Barnsley (The LAB) is a vibrant group of VCSE leaders who manage organisations in Barnsley with a turnover of £100k or more.

The LAB convenes every month on the 2nd Thursday morning.  We try to facilitate these in person and welcome leaders to host The LAB at their venue to showcase where they are and what they do for others.

Monthly Focus Rotations:

The Support LAB

Every other month, our focus is on support and networking. Leading an organisation can often feel lonely and isolating. These sessions are designed to remind leaders that they are not alone; others are either in the same boat or have navigated similar challenges. Through action learning, workshops, or relaxed networking, this confidential space allows leaders to share challenges, receive ideas and input, or simply find general support.

The Strategic LAB

In alternate months, we shift our focus to strategy. The LAB is developing a strategy for the VCSE sector, created and led by the sector itself. This provides leaders with the opportunity to learn about other Barnsley-wide strategies and explore how the VCSE sector can collaborate and contribute over the next 3-4 years.

How to Join

To become a member of The LAB, you need to:

  • Be the operational leader at the top of your organisation. While most roles are titled CEO, in some organisations this could be a manager, director, or another title. The key requirement is that you are the lead for your organisation in Barnsley. Attendance cannot be deputised or assigned to a trustee due to the nature of the conversations.
  • Run a VCSE organisation with a turnover of £100k or more in Barnsley.

If you are not yet part of The LAB and would like to join, please complete this short attendance form to be added to the invite list.

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