Accountability in action: Clarity, ownership and execution for leaders

Accountability often gets a bad name – used as code for blame or pressure. But in ambitious, complex and constantly evolving organisations, accountability done well is one of the most powerful tools for building trust, driving results and enabling learning.

In this interactive session, we’ll explore what meaningful accountability looks like – where clarity, ownership and follow-through become everyday practices, not just words on a values poster.

Whether you're leading a team, a function or a whole organisation, this session will help you shift the focus from “who’s to blame?” to “how do we create the conditions where people step up, not shut down?”

What to expect

We’ll go beyond good intentions to explore:

• Accountability beyond intention – why clarity and follow-through matter more than tough talk or charisma
• Everyday disciplines that drive ownership – practical tools for setting expectations, delegating effectively, and following up with impact
• Team-level accountability – moving from “my tasks” to “our impact” through shared goals, norms and feedback

Expect a mix of thought-provoking insight, real-world examples and practical tools you can take straight back to your team.

You’ll leave with:

• A clearer understanding of how to build shared ownership in day-to-day leadership
• Practical ways to embed accountability without undermining trust or autonomy
• A renewed sense of what it takes to lead in today’s shifting landscape

Who it’s for:

This session is for leaders, managers and people professionals who want to make accountability a force for growth rather than fear. Suitable for any sector, whether you’re scaling, evolving or leading in complexity.

About the speakers

Garin Rouch Chartered FCIPD - Organisation Development & Design Consultant | Speaker | Podcaster

Garin Rouch is an award-winning Organisation Development and Design consultant with over 19 years’ experience helping organisations bridge the gap between ambition and execution. He has supported leaders and teams across London, Asia Pacific and the Middle East – working with organisations including Legal & General, House of Commons, BNP Paribas, Lenovo, Visa and Citigroup – to build the clarity, capability and alignment needed to deliver strategy and performance.

He chairs the CIPD Organisation Development and Design group and co-chairs the CIPD Culture & Transformation Group, leading national initiatives to strengthen OD&D practice across the profession. Garin also co-hosts The OrgDev Podcast, now listened to in over 100 countries

A Chartered Fellow of the CIPD, Garin holds an MSc in Systemic Leadership and Organisational Development (Distinction) and a BA (Hons) in Business.

Dani Bacon MBA - Organisation Development & People Strategy Consultant | Writer | Speaker

Dani Bacon is an experienced people and organisational development professional with a track record of leading transformation across complex organisations. She has held senior roles including Director of People at Investors in People and has led multi-disciplinary business services functions spanning People and HR, Governance and Risk, and Technology in both the not-for-profit and public sectors.

Dani works with leaders to take a people-centred approach to organisational effectiveness and growth – helping them design the strategies, structures, and cultures that unlock performance and potential. She has delivered transformational programmes that build leadership capability, strengthen collaboration, and create conditions where people can thrive.

Dani holds an MBA from Durham University and completed the Organisation Development Practitioners Programme at Roffey Park. She is also TrainingZone’s Organisation Development columnist and co-host of The OrgDev Podcast.

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