Theatre Managers Networking Forum 18 th October 2012

1. Theatre Managers Networking Forum18th October 2012 Nigel Roberts Cardio-Thoracic Theatre Manager Northern General Hospital Sheffield 18th October 2012

2. Content • 1. Changing Leadership styles • 2. Education • 3. Networking • 4. How Sheffield achieved two days of CPD • 5. Appreciation 18th October 2012

3. Questions • How many theatre managers are in the audience? • Type of relationship with senior managers and medical staff? • Planning of events • Registration of professionals (ODP/Nurse/CSW) • Is education important??????? 18th October 2012

4. Why hold an event like AFPP? • Who heard about Sheffield hosting AFPP? • Who managed to attend? • Who were told you could not attend? • Did you challenge the decision? • When was the last time you were updated on National issues? 18th October 2012

5. Organising an event. • 1st time AFPP held an event in Sheffield • Feedback form REP’S was excellent. • Plan and Communicate. • These are imperative to ensure success 18th October 2012

6. Why should we bother? These events are about.. Engagement Learning Education Sharing best Practice CPD 18th October 2012

7. Challenges faced • Leadership styles changing • Rescheduling of two days operating • Persuading senior managers that education is important • Organising the event 18th October 2012

8. How I did it • Style of leadership • Fought long and hard • Lots of e-mails • Presenting at board level how relevant these study days are 18th October 2012

9. Outcome 18th October 2012

10. Feedback from visitors • Thanks for an excellent two days” • “Will take a lot back to the workplace, especially the briefing and de-briefing – thanks to all” • “Very informative and well managed” • “Very relevant to my area of practice, interesting speakers” • “No suggestions for improvement – thanks” • “It was a great two days, I learned so much, thank you for making it so affordable” • “Totally inspirational” 18th October 2012