Please join IP Inclusive and Jonathan’s Voice for an early lunchtime webinar on 14th May 2025 (11:00-12:00), where they will be joined by Alex Elton-Wall and Gareth Collins – co-chairs of the UK-IPO’s Men’s Network.
Alex and Gareth have kindly agreed to share their experiences of joining, leading and growing the UK-IPO’s Men’s Network – a group with the aim of ‘Helping IPO men to be the best men they can be at work, for their family and friends and for themselves.’
We will hear about what types of engagement and topics seem to resonate with their male colleagues at IPO – and get them talking – on the subject of wellbeing. We will also hear about how the impact of these initiatives often extend within an organisation far beyond those who actively participate – “This campaign might just have saved someone’s life.”
Meet the Speakers
Alex Elton-Wall
Alex has been a civil servant for 27 years. Like Gareth, his civil service career started at the Office for National Statistics, before he moved to the Intellectual Property Office in 2020. Alex is a communications professional, currently leading internal communications for a major IPO transformation programme. Alex has been involved in the IPO Men’s Network for nearly two years now, and recently joined Gareth as co-chair of the steering group. Alex is really keen for the IPO Men’s Network to grow and increase engagement with more men across the organisation.
Gareth Collins
Gareth has dedicated 18 years to the civil service, beginning his career at the Office for National Statistics before transitioning to the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) in 2015. Currently, he leads the IPO’s Continuous Improvement Team, where he focuses on enhancing employee engagement, boosting customer satisfaction, and driving operational efficiency. In 2023, Gareth unexpectedly joined the IPO Men’s Network and swiftly rose to the position of co-chair of the steering group. He is passionate about helping others and making a difference through his work with the Men’s Network.
Who is it for?
Men and individuals who identify as men are especially encouraged to attend, but the webinar is open to all regardless of where you work, what role you play or what career level you’re at. This is an important topic, which touches many and matters to all of us.
Bring a Guest!
IP Inclusive wants to reach as many IP people as possible. Why not invite a guest to watch the webinar with you – someone in a different role or at a different career level, perhaps; an ally or potential ally; or a colleague who’s not yet involved with IP Inclusive? They’ll be most welcome!
Registration
This event is free. So are all IP Inclusive resources. That said, they do need money to keep the show on the road, so if you enjoy the event please consider contributing. For more information, visit the IP Inclusive fundraising page.
