Clore Leadership

Is your governance framework actively supporting board diversity?

Our EDI Benchmarking Tool helps organisations assess whether their governance structures enable the recruitment, retention and success of diverse board members.

Built around 10 clear, measurable principles, it provides a practical framework to identify gaps, set achievable goals and demonstrate accountability.

Developed in collaboration with Clore Leadership Governance Associate, Keith Arrowsmith, supported by Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation and Esmee Fairbairn Foundation.

We’ve been working on something exciting here at Clore Leadership HQ, we’re looking forward to sharing with you soon!

Final week of residentials for our and what a glorious week it's been. So many rich ideas, conversations, collaborations and intentions. We can't wait to see what you do next 👀

to Diversifying Governance a few weeks ago, where we brought together 30 Chairs, Trustees and Executive Leaders to move from dialogue to action when it comes to taking concrete steps towards diversifying governance.

Some key takeaways from the day were:
▪️To allow for space and playfulness on boards
▪️How to make meetings more accessible. Someone suggested voice note minutes from meetings or record the directors report
▪️Buddies on the board - to make sure everyone has a voice and it is heard
▪️Where do you learn to be a chair? Create school for cultural chairs
▪️How do we create legacy? The trustees of tomorrow...
▪️Advocating for your right to be on the board

What would you add?

Stay tuned as we will be delivering the session online in the summer, booking opens next week!

An inspiring day yesterday for our CL team day, facilitated by , who helped us to explore how we can embed creativity into our everyday strategic planning. The team got really creative making their 'programming gardens', and here's just a small snapshot of their excellent work. Nature finds its way into so much of our creative practice - how does nature inspire you?

Huge thank you to 64MA, we can't wait to see what grows this year.

We're hiring! Join Clore Leadership as our Programmes Coordinator (Partnerships and Impact)

Are you passionate about leadership development in the cultural sector? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where data-driven insights and strong stakeholder relationships make a real difference? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We're looking for a Programmes Coordinator to support the delivery and impact of our programmes. In this role, you'll play a key part in:

- Managing and analysing data to assess impact
- Coordinating governance programming and stakeholder engagement
- Supporting income generation initiatives
- Providing excellent operational and administrative support

If you have experience in data management, impact assessment, and event coordination—and want to contribute to the future of cultural leadership—this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
Closing Date: 12 Noon on Monday 24th March 2025

We'll be hosting an online Q&A at 12:30pm on Tuesday 11th March to answer any questions you may have about the role.

Sign up and apply here: link in bio

🎁 Day 11 | 21 Gifts of Leadership: A Festive Journey

This summer, we turned a new page in Clore Leadership’s story by moving our headquarters to Hat House, part of The Culture Trust Luton’s vibrant Hat District creative industries cluster.

Supported by Arts Council England’s Transfer Programme, this move allows us to deepen connections with arts and cultural organisations across the UK while embedding our vision for a society enriched by arts, culture, and creativity.

A huge thank you to The Culture Trust for the warm welcome! We’re thrilled to join Luton’s dynamic creative community and embrace this exciting new chapter outside of London.

Read about the story: link in bio

🎁 Day 4 | 21 Gifts of Leadership: A Festive Journey

Claire Antrobus Reflects on 21 Years of Clore Leadership

As a 2009/10 Clore Fellow, Claire Antrobus brings 30 years of experience as an arts professional, working with incredible organisations like Leeds City Art Gallery, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Tate Liverpool, and more.

In honour of Clore Leadership's 21st Anniversary, Claire shares her leadership journey, the transformative impact of Clore Leadership, and her hopes for the future of cultural leadership.

Read her inspiring reflections here: link in bio

🎁 Day 3 | 21 Gifts of Leadership: A Festive Journey

As part of our 21st Anniversary celebrations, Clore1 Fellow Nick Merriman, CEO of English Heritage, and Clore19 Fellow Deanna Rodger, writer, poet, and performer, came together to share their leadership journeys.

Deanna, who graduated this Autumn, reflects on her fresh experience as a Fellow, while Nick, one of our very first Fellows, shares how the Fellowship shaped his career and beyond.

Settle in and watch their inspiring conversation about cultural leadership, the future, the Fellowship, and what Clore Leadership at 21 means to them.

Watch now via our website! Link in bio.