August Monthly Lunch

Make the Most of Summer: Inspirational Networking Lunch with Guest Speaker Lorie-Lanie Shanks

Join us for a stylish summer networking lunch at the beautiful Bistrot Pierre in Stratford-upon-Avon — an afternoon of great food, meaningful connections, and a powerful talk from the remarkable Lorie-Lanie Shanks.

What’s Included:

A welcome glass of Prosecco

Relaxed networking with fellow professionals

A delicious 2-course lunch in a charming riverside setting

An unforgettable talk from Lorie-Lanie Shanks: “From Addiction to Activism: Finding Purpose in the Rubble”

About the Speaker:

Lorie-Lanie Shanks is no ordinary speaker. Her story — from a childhood that became the subject of a documentary, to a career in acting, to the depths of gambling addiction where she lost up to £1,000 a day — is one of radical transformation. Through honesty, healing, and grit, she rebuilt her life and emerged as a passionate activist and filmmaker.

Lorie recently travelled to Ukraine to document the work of women using yoga and holistic therapies to support soldiers on the frontlines. From fundraising under missile fire to witnessing humanity at its most raw, Lorie brings stories of courage, resilience, and purpose drawn from real-life experience.

Her talk is a deeply moving exploration of how we can find meaning in adversity — and how even our darkest moments can become a beacon for others.

Come for the conversation. Stay for the inspiration.