Shirish Kulkarni Consultant, Journalism Innovation & Inclusion, and News Storytelling Researcher Monnow Media

Shirish is an award-winning journalist and researcher with 25 years’ experience working in all the UK’s major broadcast newsrooms, and at The Bureau of Investigative Journalism. He now works across a range of innovation and inclusion projects, spanning community engagement, AI, modular journalism and mental health – all aimed at building more effective, engaging and trusted content.

Charlotte Ricca Performance Psychologist, Podcaster, and Content Strategist

Charlotte Ricca has worked in the media industry for almost three decades, as a journalist, editor, presenter and podcaster. She has written for leading titles, including the Guardian, Independent and BBC, and created content for big brands, including Samsung, American Express and TDK.
During this time, Charlotte has also interviewed leaders in business, sport and entertainment and has always been fascinated with what it takes to stay at the top of your game. This curiosity took her back to university, where she studied to become a performance psychologist. It certainly passed the time during lockdown… Alongside her ‘day job’ Charlotte coaches teams and individuals on how to block self doubt and unlock their true potential.