23rd International Studying Leadership Conference

Introduction

The University of St Andrews Business School hosted the 23rd International Studying Leadership Conference from 30th November to 2nd December 2025.

Conference delegates presented their latest research on the topic of leadership for sustainability and participated in leadership development workshops that introduced methods to help interpret the science of climate change for non-scientific audiences. The organising committee included Professor Carole Elliott, Dr Mahmoud Elmarzouky, Dr Fergus Neville, and Professor Kevin Orr.

Over the 3 days of the conference, delegates examined key challenges faced by leaders in the context of climate change and geo-political social disruption.

Delegates represented a range of institutions and sectors, including universities, health services, manufacturing industries, fashion, and organisation development consultancies.  

Carole Elliott, Professor of Leadership Development, said:

"The conference reflects the importance of the role that leaders and organisations have in shaping and implementing practices and policies for more sustainable outcomes.”

Conference programme

Attending the conference

Conference convenors