Speakers

Julian Minett is CEO of Spencer Group, an international executive search firm that partners with leading organisations, founders and investors to build exceptional leadership teams. With over 20 years in global executive search, Julian advises CEOs, Boards and investors across nursery & early years, schools and the wider education ecosystem.

Spencer Group has expanded its work within early years, launching a dedicated Nursery practice to complement its established Education practice. The team works alongside founder-led and investor-backed nursery groups, both in the UK and internationally, to strengthen their leadership as they grow, from senior operational and quality leaders to C-suite and Board appointments. Julian has a particular interest in how nursery CEOs are scaling ambitious, people-first organisations that will shape the future of early years in 2027 and beyond.