From Small Talk to Big Impact: Building Meaningful Connections at Skoll
Navigating a conference full of changemakers can be exciting and overwhelming. How do you move past small talk and into conversations that open doors? And how do you ensure the connections you’ve built don’t fade once the event ends?
Join Whitten & Roy Partnership (WRP) for an interactive workshop designed to help you build relationships that lead to real opportunities. Facilitators Nick Kingesley-Johnson and Tyler Roy will guide participants through a practical, hands-on session to:
Break the ice with confidence using strategies to start conversations with purpose.
Turn introductions into engaging discussions that build trust in a natural and meaningful way.
Keep the momentum going beyond Skoll with simple, effective techniques to sustain relationships.
Why Attend?
This workshop is not just about networking—it’s about building authentic relationships that support your mission, growth, and long-term impact. You’ll leave with new insights, tools, and allies to help expand your network in ways that matter.
Who Should Attend?
Social entrepreneurs & nonprofit leaders looking to build strong partnerships.
Fundraisers & business development professionals wanting to maximize relationship-building.
Impact investors & changemakers seeking to create meaningful connections.
Anyone attending Skoll looking to turn chance meetings into real opportunities.
Facilitators:
Nick Kingesley-Johnson – Head of Business Development & Senior Consultant at WRP, with 20+ years of experience in direct sales, leadership, and high-performance sales strategy across multiple sectors including renewable energy, healthcare, and professional services.
Tyler Roy – Head of Design at WRP, specializing in diagnosing sales challenges, developing strategic sales solutions, and leading problem-driven sales conversations across Africa and Asia. A licensed attorney, Tyler blends sales leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on coaching to help organizations grow sustainably.
Don’t leave your networking success to chance—learn how to make every conversation count!
This event is free and open to all, but space is limited—RSVP now to secure your spot!