Growing Together
Date: 26th January 2023 
10:00 - 16:30 (GMT) 
January 26, 2023 10:00Ashley will be starting the conference with a big welcome to all our partners and sharing some updates and progress towards our strategy.
Ashley Metcalfe
Chief Executive - British Canoeing
A former professional cricketer, Ashley is the Chief Executive of British Canoeing.
Ashley was formerly CEO of British Weight Lifting as well as wealth of experience in leading a number of businesses which specialise in marketing, events as well as CEO of a natural healthcare company.
During his tenure at the helm of British Weight Lifting, Ashley has overseen a successful transformation of the national governing body, which has seen growth in membership, diversity, financial security and secured the highest levels of governance and safeguarding.
Hayley Browning Preferred Pronouns: she/her/hers - Pronunciation: Hay-lee
Co-Founder - Paddle Cabin
Hayley is co-founder of the Paddle Cabin where she shares her passion for paddleboarding adventures through being a SUP Sheltered Water Coach and Open Water Leader. Not only does she run her paddleboarding business, but she’s also a Gutsy Girl Leader, as she loves facilitating communities where a love for the outdoors is at the heart of the conversation. Her love for adventure doesn’t stop there though, as Hayley loves pushing her personal limits on both land and water, and her curiosity has led her to exploring the world of Navigation, Bushcraft, SUP Surfing and Whitewater Kayaking.
Social Media Links: @hayleyexplores on Instagram, @paddlecabin on Instagram and Facebook
Joanne Taylor - Preferred Pronouns: she/her/hers - Pronunciation: Jo
Co Founder - Paddle Cabin
Jo is a SUP Sheltered Water Coach, Open Water Leader and a co-founder of the Paddle Cabin, our paddleboarding home and community based in Kent. When she’s not coaching paddleboarding on the river, leading Paddle Cabin trips, or running a business, she is a Gutsy Girl trip leader, out with her SUP Pup Chip, exploring new paddle spots in her campervan or learning how to SUP Surf. With her ten year career in corporate responsibility, she is passionate about supporting communities to access the sport, and about the blue therapy benefits being on the water can bring.
Social Media Links: @jotayls on Instagram, @paddlecabin on Instagram and Facebook
Email Address: jo@paddlecabin.co.uk
January 26, 2023 10:40We've helped thousands of customers save money on their utilities. We can help you too.
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We provide industry-leading energy procurement services, serving three continents, giving you access to a network of hundreds of suppliers. We support the most complex energy strategies through our energy management services team. Discover the latest in energy management technologies.
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Direct Business Solutions
January 26, 2023 10:40Darryll Shaw is our Head of Coaching and Partnerships. Darryll will be exploring the developments from 2022 and looking forward to the developments we will be making in 2023.
He will be joined on the virtual stage by several of our key commercial partners with exclusive special offers and announcements for our Delivery Partners as well as exploring improvements we have made and have planned for Delivery Partner Services.
British Canoeing
https://gopaddling.info/british-canoeing-delivery-partner/
darryll.shaw@britishcanoeing.org.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/company/72697788
Darryll Shaw he/him
Head of Coaching and Partnership - British Canoeing
Darryll Shaw is our Head of Coaching and Partnerships. Darryll will be exploring how Delivery Partners can get the best from Paddle Start , Discover, Explore and Safer awards
He will be joined on the virtual stage by Delivery Partners who have found the awards beneficial for their customers and they will share their use cases.
British Canoeing
https://gopaddling.info/british-canoeing-delivery-partner/
darryll.shaw@britishcanoeing.org.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/company/72697788
January 26, 2023 10:40We are surrounded by water, sea, coastline, rivers, lakes and canals. Our cities, towns and villages are built around waterways; Water reaches into the heart of major population centres. It flows through to all corners of our countryside, from mountains to the sea, but importantly, they provide the places we work, rest and play.
Discover what the Paddlers’ Code means to paddlers, and how you can use it as a guide to your customers and help them enjoy our beautiful waterways responsibly.
Ben Seal is Head of Access & Environment at British Canoeing. He leads the Clear Access, Clear Waters Campaign and is a passionate advocate for open access to water and the protection of the environment. Ben is an active paddler, mainly with his 2 young sons, messing about at home on the River Derwent, Derbyshire in the United Kingdom. He is also a Trustee of PaddlePeak, established by Pete Astles in 2019 as a blueprint for paddlers, showing local leadership in protecting the place we paddle
Clear access: https://clearaccessclearwaters.org.uk/
Ben Seal
Head of Access & Environment - British Canoeing
Ben Seal is Head of Access & Environment at British Canoeing. He leads the Clear Access, Clear Waters Campaign and is a passionate advocate for open access to water and the protection of the environment. Ben is an active paddler, mainly with his 2 young sons, messing about at home on the River Derwent, Derbyshire in the United Kingdom. He is also a Trustee of PaddlePeak, established by Pete Astles in 2019 as a blueprint for paddlers, showing local leadership in protecting the place we paddle
January 26, 2023 11:45In this presentation we will show how Apprenticeships can help you Recruit, Train and Retain the very best staff and how Channel Training works with you to achieve that. Case studies from current employers, perspectives from instructors and staff, examples of training and the opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussion - this dynamic presentation will show how we can help you develop your workforce and support your business.
Channel: https://www.channeltraining.co.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channeltraining.co.uk/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/channeltraining
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channel_training/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/channel-training-limited
Email: training@channelgroup.co.uk
Channel Training
Channel Training has been at the forefront of Apprenticeship development in the outdoor learning sector since 2012. We believe that Apprenticeships are an incredibly powerful tool to attract and develop diverse talent in outdoor learning and to provide cost-effective solutions for employers in our sector. Our staff have decades of experience in the delivery of Apprenticeships that meet the needs of outdoor centres, schools, adventurous activity and paddlesport providers and outdoor learning charities, social enterprises and voluntary organisations.
We aim to ease the pains of recruiting and training new staff and of developing and retaining existing staff. The current recruitment crisis in our sector brings fresh challenges for us all and Channel Training is here to provide no-nonsense, trusted solutions for those who deliver outdoor learning in our society.
January 26, 2023 11:45During over thirty years of working in adventure activities Tim has paddled canoe, kayak, shoe, raft & SUP. Whether for fun, work, or in competition he has delivered taster sessions on canals, multi-day expeditions in remote locations and lots of things in between. For the last twelve years he has worked as a regulator, inspector and expert witness in the context of instructor led adventure activities. As the head of service at Adventure RMS his role is to support an inspectorate of over 20 inspectors undertaking safety management reviews for the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA) and the Ministry of Defence.
Whilst every club, centre and school are different, there are areas of safety management systems & procedures which consistently challenge even the most diligent and well meaning. If you’ve ‘found’ something in your operations that doesn’t feel quite right the chances are following that thread will lead you to one of five places. This session is all about the top five elements of a safety management system which most concerns might lead you to think about. It should be of interest to those who think they may have ‘found’ a thread to pull, but even more so for those who think they haven’t – knowing where the weaknesses might be is such a better place to be than believing you don’t have any!'
Adventure Risk Management Services (RMS) | Inspections & Investigations (adventurerms.org.uk)
Tim Morton Adventure RMS
During over thirty years of working in adventure activities Tim has paddled canoe, kayak, shoe, raft & SUP. Whether for fun, work, or in competition he has delivered taster sessions on canals, multi-day expeditions in remote locations and lots of things in between. For the last twelve years he has worked as a regulator, inspector and expert witness in the context of instructor led adventure activities. As the head of service at Adventure RMS his role is to support an inspectorate of over 20 inspectors undertaking safety management reviews for the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA) and the Ministry of Defence.
January 26, 2023 11:45Helena is British Canoeings Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead, Helena has a background in coaching, sport development and inclusion, and is a keen stand up paddleboarder! Helena will be talking to us about simple ways we can ensure we are being equitable and inclusive through our work and activities.
https://britishcanoeing.org.uk/
Helena Russo (she/her) Pronunciation: heh-leh-nah roo-so
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Lead - British Canoeing
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead, Helena has a background in coaching, sport development and inclusion, and is a keen stand up paddleboarder!
January 26, 2023 12:50January 26, 2023 13:50Our first presentation of the afternoon is with Helena and Anna. Helena is British Canoeings Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead, Helena has a background in coaching, sport development and inclusion, and is a keen stand up paddleboarder!
"Anna, also known as KayakingHijabi on social media, is a full-time mother, fitness instructor and an occasional copywriter. Anna has been paddling in the UK since 2011, concentrating on marathon kayak racing by finishing the DW Race in 2019 as a female JV K2 team. Anna was a previous #ShePaddles Ambassador, and is currently part of the British Canoeing IAG helping to make paddlesports more accessible and inclusive. She is currently delivering programmes including the Muslim Girls Paddlesports Club and Wave Adventure Sisters group in Bolton."
Helena Russo (she/her) Pronunciation: heh-leh-nah roo-so
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Lead - British Canoeing
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead, Helena has a background in coaching, sport development and inclusion, and is a keen stand up paddleboarder!
January 26, 2023 13:50Darryll Shaw is our Head of Coaching and Partnerships. Darryll will be exploring how Delivery Partners can get the best from Paddle Start , Discover, Explore and Safer awards
He will be joined on the virtual stage by Delivery Partners who have found the awards beneficial for their customers and they will share their use cases.
British Canoeing
https://gopaddling.info/british-canoeing-delivery-partner/
darryll.shaw@britishcanoeing.org.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/company/72697788
Darryll Shaw he/him
Head of Coaching and Partnership - British Canoeing
Darryll Shaw is our Head of Coaching and Partnerships. Darryll will be exploring how Delivery Partners can get the best from Paddle Start , Discover, Explore and Safer awards
He will be joined on the virtual stage by Delivery Partners who have found the awards beneficial for their customers and they will share their use cases.
British Canoeing
https://gopaddling.info/british-canoeing-delivery-partner/
Richard Harpham
January 26, 2023 13:50Richard and Chantelle will take you on a journey around our precious waterways and look at ways you can ensure your customers can experience (and at the same time protect) the unique flora and fauna of the United Kingdom.
Richard Atkinson
Access and Environment Lead - British Canoeing
Chantelle Grundy
Access and Environment Lead - British Canoeing
January 26, 2023 14:55This one-hour presentation focuses on British Canoeing Delivery Partners responsibilities with regard to safer recruitment.
Content will include:
The presenter is Chris Pummell, Child Abuse Prevention Manager for the Lucy Faithfull Foundation.
E-mail: cpummell@lucyfaithfull.org.uk
Our confidential helpline is here for anyone with concerns about child sexual abuse: call 0808 1000 900 or visit stopitnow.org.uk Information and support for parents and carers to help keep children safe: parentsprotect.co.uk
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Chris Pummell
Child Abuse Prevention Manager - Lucy Faithfull Foundation
The Lucy Faithfull Foundation is the only UK-wide child protection charity dedicated solely to preventing child sexual abuse.
We work closely with frontline workers and professionals such as police officers, social workers and education staff to ensure children are as safe as they can be.
January 26, 2023 14:55"OnPoint Accounting, the Small Business & Start-up Accountants and Bookkeepers that specialise in business support for Startup, Micro, and small businesses. -You’re scared of doing it wrong -You want the reassurance you’re on the right track -You need a level of support that doesn’t break the bank Don’t Panic, We are here to help! We will discuss what support you need to meet your business goals & discuss how our services can help you achieve them. Our services are designed to support you and your business by removing the fear and pain that comes from the lack of understanding financial processes & systems."
Johann Goree
Group Managing Director- OnPoint Accounting Group
January 26, 2023 14:55Updated for 2023 Bob will be back and talking more about the decision making as a Technical Advisor in a session titled 'Technical Advising or Technical Quoting’
PGL: https://pgl.co.uk
Bob Tims
Head of Activities - PGL and NST
Back by popular demand! Bob Timms is full time Head of Activities for PGL Travel and NST, leading their Technical advice for all things adventurous and outdoors, including paddlesport. Bob has paddled since the age of 11 and worked in the Outdoor Adventure Leisure Sector for over 30 years, including full time positions at Plas y Brenin, Canolfan Tryweryn and numerous voluntary roles on British Canoeing committees and Working Groups and continues to be Technical Advisor to Lee Valley White Water Centre. Bob is pluri-discipline - holding Winter Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor Award, International Mountain Leader, British Cycling Level 3 MTB Leader, British Canoeing Level 5 Kayak Coach, L4 Raft Guide, Sea and Canoe Coach and numerous Course Director Status. Additionally Bob has attained French Equivalence to DEJEPs - Unrestricted Trainer in advanced white water and moderate sea, as well as equivalence for IML and MTB awards. Bob lives in Ardeche, France.
January 26, 2023 16:00Join Hayley, Joanne and Darryll to celebrate with our Award winners!
Darryll Shaw he/him
Head of Coaching and Partnership - British Canoeing
Darryll Shaw is our Head of Coaching and Partnerships. Darryll will be exploring how Delivery Partners can get the best from Paddle Start , Discover, Explore and Safer awards
He will be joined on the virtual stage by Delivery Partners who have found the awards beneficial for their customers and they will share their use cases.
British Canoeing
https://gopaddling.info/british-canoeing-delivery-partner/
darryll.shaw@britishcanoeing.org.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/company/72697788
Hayley Browning Preferred Pronouns: she/her/hers - Pronunciation: Hay-lee
Co-Founder - Paddle Cabin
Hayley is co-founder of the Paddle Cabin where she shares her passion for paddleboarding adventures through being a SUP Sheltered Water Coach and Open Water Leader. Not only does she run her paddleboarding business, but she’s also a Gutsy Girl Leader, as she loves facilitating communities where a love for the outdoors is at the heart of the conversation. Her love for adventure doesn’t stop there though, as Hayley loves pushing her personal limits on both land and water, and her curiosity has led her to exploring the world of Navigation, Bushcraft, SUP Surfing and Whitewater Kayaking.
Social Media Links: @hayleyexplores on Instagram, @paddlecabin on Instagram and Facebook
Joanne Taylor - Preferred Pronouns: she/her/hers - Pronunciation: Jo
Co Founder - Paddle Cabin
Jo is a SUP Sheltered Water Coach, Open Water Leader and a co-founder of the Paddle Cabin, our paddleboarding home and community based in Kent. When she’s not coaching paddleboarding on the river, leading Paddle Cabin trips, or running a business, she is a Gutsy Girl trip leader, out with her SUP Pup Chip, exploring new paddle spots in her campervan or learning how to SUP Surf. With her ten year career in corporate responsibility, she is passionate about supporting communities to access the sport, and about the blue therapy benefits being on the water can bring.
Social Media Links: @jotayls on Instagram, @paddlecabin on Instagram and Facebook
Email Address: jo@paddlecabin.co.uk
January 26, 2023 16:30
Darryll Shaw he/him
Head of Coaching and Partnership - British Canoeing
Darryll Shaw is our Head of Coaching and Partnerships. Darryll will be exploring how Delivery Partners can get the best from Paddle Start , Discover, Explore and Safer awards
He will be joined on the virtual stage by Delivery Partners who have found the awards beneficial for their customers and they will share their use cases.
British Canoeing
https://gopaddling.info/british-canoeing-delivery-partner/
Hayley Browning Preferred Pronouns: she/her/hers - Pronunciation: Hay-lee
Co-Founder - Paddle Cabin
Hayley is co-founder of the Paddle Cabin where she shares her passion for paddleboarding adventures through being a SUP Sheltered Water Coach and Open Water Leader. Not only does she run her paddleboarding business, but she’s also a Gutsy Girl Leader, as she loves facilitating communities where a love for the outdoors is at the heart of the conversation. Her love for adventure doesn’t stop there though, as Hayley loves pushing her personal limits on both land and water, and her curiosity has led her to exploring the world of Navigation, Bushcraft, SUP Surfing and Whitewater Kayaking.
Social Media Links: @hayleyexplores on Instagram, @paddlecabin on Instagram and Facebook
Joanne Taylor - Preferred Pronouns: she/her/hers - Pronunciation: Jo
Co Founder - Paddle Cabin
Jo is a SUP Sheltered Water Coach, Open Water Leader and a co-founder of the Paddle Cabin, our paddleboarding home and community based in Kent. When she’s not coaching paddleboarding on the river, leading Paddle Cabin trips, or running a business, she is a Gutsy Girl trip leader, out with her SUP Pup Chip, exploring new paddle spots in her campervan or learning how to SUP Surf. With her ten year career in corporate responsibility, she is passionate about supporting communities to access the sport, and about the blue therapy benefits being on the water can bring.
Social Media Links: @jotayls on Instagram, @paddlecabin on Instagram and Facebook
Email Address: jo@paddlecabin.co.uk
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