Mastering Change with Jon Foster-Pedley – Inside the Change Science Institute

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In this episode of The Social Impact Show, Samm Marshall sits down with Jon Foster-Pedley, Dean of Henley Business School Africa, to unpack the launch of the groundbreaking Change Science Institute—a world-first initiative in partnership with BrightRock.

Get ready to explore the real science behind how people and organisations navigate change—personally and professionally. Jon shares powerful insights into what it means to become “change-fitter” in a fast-evolving world, and how this new institute is bridging the gap between theory and transformation.

🔍 Highlights include:

Why the Change Science Institute is a game-changer for leadership and personal growth

The three biggest blockers of change—and how to overcome them

How businesses can apply science to support people through transition

The power of shared value when academia and corporate worlds collaborate

If you're passionate about leadership, resilience, shared value, and unlocking human potential—this episode is for you.

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27 Jun English South Africa Business · Non-Profit

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