SDI Partner
Forum
Meet us in Manchester for food, friends, and facilitation skills training.
Connect with fellow SDI partners, swap success stories, and discover fresh ways to better support your clients.
ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS
Join us in Manchester for an interactive day of learning, sharing, and connecting—all while sharpening your facilitation skills and enjoying great company.
IMPROVE YOUR LEARNING JOURNEYS
Learn strategies from SDI experts and partners that help you create impactful learning experiences and grow a thriving SDI practice with your clients.
AGENDA
Kick off the day with a brief overview and agenda walk-through
Through a breakout session and planetary discussions, you’ll participate in an SDI activity focused on relationship intelligence and peer collaboration.
Steve Wood will provide practical training on how to grow your business using the SDI Platform:
- Delivering impactful learning experiences
- Leveraging new SDI Platform features for sustainable learning
- Using analytics to enhance business growth
- Strategies for training, check-ins, retention, and upselling
Hear from fellow partners as they discuss how they’ve built and sustain a business incorporating the SDI and relationship intelligence to solve a variety of client challenges ranging from leadership development, team performance, and culture change.
Tom Suvanto, CEO, PCC Coach (ICF), SDI Partner & Master Facilitator of Positive Solutions
Tim Browne, Founder of Tim Browne Limited – “Blue is the Colour, Football is the Game.” Or is it Red or Green?
Tim has worked with the SDI for over 25 years. During the pandemic, he had the opportunity to work with the Chelsea Women’s Football Team. What started as a one-off session quickly turned into four seasons working with Emma Hayes and the most consistently successful English women’s football team. In this session, Tim will reflect on working with the team and share his experience of the human side to performance sport.
Manchester, United Kingdom
Friday, 7 November 2025
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. GMT
Holiday Inn Manchester City Center
25 Aytoun Street Manchester, M1 3AE, GB
Includes
- A full day of learning, networking, and collaboration with the SDI partner team and fellow partners
- Lunch
- Snacks and refreshments
Steve Wood, VP, Global Delivery
Steve Wood is an experienced and highly motivational keynote speaker, facilitator, and practitioner. A skilled communicator and former senior L&D and HR manager, Steve has extensive experience in developing and facilitating training focusing on leadership, team dynamics, conflict management, and personal development.
Tim Browne, Founder of Tim Browne Limited
Tim is an experienced trainer, with an engaging mix of energy, enthusiasm and humour in his delivery to teams and audiences. He is a communications specialist who helps individuals improve performance; teams get results; organisations enhance their culture; and businesses increase success. Tim’s belief that the key to a successful company is good relationships is evident in every project he undertakes for a client.
Tom Suvanto, CEO, PCC Coach (ICF), SDI Partner & Master Facilitator of Positive Solutions
Tom is passionate about coaching and training organisations and teams to achieve lasting success. He thrives in collaborative environments where he can communicate effectively, develop people and processes, and find new, simplified solutions that lead to sustainable results—both in terms of well-being and engagement. With extensive experience across Finnish companies, Tom brings a strong background in finance, administration, and management to every project he undertakes.
Flo Feast, Partner Success Manager
Flo Feast is a results-driven partner success manager committed to helping clients achieve their goals through strategic problem-solving and strong relationship-building. With a passion for collaboration and a proactive approach, she empowers partners to drive meaningful impact and long-term success.
Shawn Wilhelm, Senior Channel Marketing Manager
For more than a decade Shawn has worked in the employee assessment industry as a content and demand generation marketer. During this time, he has worked with thought leaders, sales, and product teams to develop content and deliver strategies to help organizations understand the benefits of employee assessments across the talent lifecycle.
Reserve Your Seat
Complete the form to confirm your attendance for the forum. We will email you regarding dietary restrictions and preferences.
FAQs
What is the dress code?
We recommend business casual attire.
Where can I park and is there public transit options?
Who do I contact for any last-minute questions?
Please contact Shawn Wilhelm with any questions. You can email him at shawn.wilhelm@cruciallearning.com.
What do I need to bring with me?
Please bring your laptop or phone to access the platform and your SDI results for the planned activities. We’ll also be providing each attendee with a notebook and pen for taking notes.