Lessons from the Apprentice: How to Judge Talent, Credibility & Potential

18 Mar 2026
Velocity Stage

Join Claudine Collins for an engaging Fireside Chat exploring leadership, talent, and decision-making at the highest level. Drawing on her experience as an interviewer and senior advisor on BBC’s The Apprentice, as well as her career working with global brands, Claudine brings a rare, behind-the-scenes perspective on how real business leaders assess people.

This session will dive into how to identify true capability beyond the CV — including judgement, credibility, and the ability to perform under pressure. Claudine will share practical insights into spotting potential, avoiding common hiring mistakes, and building teams that consistently deliver results.

Highly relevant for recruitment agency owners, leaders, and anyone responsible for hiring and developing talent, this is a practical, real-world conversation packed with takeaways you can apply immediately in your business.

Chairperson
Angela Cripps
Angela Cripps, Managing Director/Owner - Recruiting Gym
Speakers
Claudine Collins
Claudine Collins, Former Chief Client, Officer at Essence, Mediacom (WPP) & Trusted Advisor on BBC1’s The Apprentice