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Leadership Group
Fireside Chat with Shevaun Haviland
Tuesday 3 June, 18:30 – 21:30
This event is supported by Artefact
Shevaun Haviland is the Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), a position she has held since April 2021. A dynamic leader with a career spanning both the private and public sectors, Shevaun is dedicated to championing British businesses across the UK and internationally.
Her professional journey began in consultancy, followed by senior roles at the Walt Disney Company, where she oversaw major projects such as the launch of Disneyland Paris’s second theme park. She later co-founded Independents United, a firm specialising in digital and social media strategies for global brands. Her entrepreneurial spirit also led her to work on cutting-edge educational technologies and startup ventures.
In the public sector, Shevaun served in the UK Cabinet Office and No.10 Downing Street, where she spearheaded initiatives like the Inclusive Economy Partnership, fostering collaboration between businesses, civil society, and government to address societal challenges.
At the BCC, Shevaun plays a pivotal role in shaping policy discussions, advocating for reforms in trade, skills, and business rates to create a supportive environment for businesses to thrive. Passionate about profit with purpose, she emphasizes the role of business as a force for good, driving economic growth while promoting inclusivity and sustainability.
Shevaun is also a trustee at the Women of the World Foundation, Barefoot Venture, and a Venture Partner at the Conduit Connect.
Moderator: Gaby Glasener-Cipollone (MBA 93D)