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Building better leaders: Insights from Craig Bennett, CEO of The Wildlife Trusts

In today’s fast-changing business and environmental landscape, professional development has become more crucial than ever for effective leadership.

Craig Bennett, CEO of The Wildlife Trusts and one of the UK's leading environmental advocates, exemplifies the power of continuous learning and growth.

With over 20 years of experience in conservation, campaigning, and leadership, Craig has played a pivotal role in driving environmental progress.

From helping to end peat cutting on Thorne and Hatfield Moors early in his career, to leading significant campaigns on climate change and the protection of pollinators, Craig's work has made a lasting impact.

Now, as CEO of The Wildlife Trusts and Honorary Professor at Alliance Manchester Business School, Craig is leading efforts to reverse nature's decline, restore ecosystems, and create a brighter, wilder future - harnessing the Trusts' strong grassroots foundation and expertise in land and sea management.

We recently had the privilege of speaking with Craig, who shared his insights on the importance of professional development. Drawing on his extensive experience, Craig highlights why cultivating growth and learning  is vital for leaders as they navigate today’s complex challenges.

Watch Craig's video below:


Learn more about professional development at Alliance Manchester Business School.

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Blog posts give the views of the author, and are not necessarily those of Alliance Manchester Business School and The University of Manchester.

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