2. About Common Purpose Common Purpose gives leaders the inspiration, the knowledge and the connections they need to produce real change. We believe that the problems that most need solving cross boundaries - and the way to solve them is to do the same.

3. About Common Purpose Independent, not-for-profit organisation Started in 1989 Now operating in 70 locations 6 countries today, 12 by end of 2008 Leadership development programmes for all ages 14 - 50+ Over 3,000 people graduate each year A network of 120,000 leaders around the world are actively involved with Common Purpose

4. About Common Purpose Inspiration Knowledge Connections Change

5. Impact 91% have improved their ability to see the wider context and their role in it 85% have increased their willingness to engage with a diverse group/different approaches 80% now look for innovation in different places 78% have improved their ability to think more strategically.

6. Next Steps Meridian; 6 month programme June 09 – Nov 09 Navigator; 5 month programme (3 year beyond) May 09 – Sept 09 Andrea.cooper@commonpurpose.org.uk