Event Programme
“Unmasked is built around one central tension:
Strength and vulnerability can coexist.
Weakness is not a sin. Silence is heavier”
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“Unmasked is built around one central tension:
Strength and vulnerability can coexist.
Weakness is not a sin. Silence is heavier”
(Free Optional Activity- No Sign Up Required) Creative Artistry Area: Rock Painting - Lead by Artist Charlie Jenkins, Founder of Monocle Sloth
What it is: A calm, open space where guests can land, settle their nervous system, and do something creative before the event officially begins. Rock painting acts as a low-barrier creative outlet—no skill required, no expectation, just expression. Prompt: 'What does being a 'rock' mean to you?
Energy it sets: Grounded, calm, reflective — a soft entry into the UnMasked world
Helping fathers and caregivers build confidence in textured hair care.
(Paid Optional Activity - Sign-Up Required) Caleb’s Clubhouse Presents a Hair Braiding Experience: LEAD Lindsey Stokes, Founder Caleb’s Clubhouse
Purpose: Build confidence in combing and styling your child's hair, connection, and practical nurturing skills
What it is:
A guided, simplified session teaching men how to braid/style their daughters (or son’s) hair—designed especially for fathers (or future fathers), but open to all.
Energy It Sets:
This is so much more than hair. It’s about:
Physical closeness and bonding
Confidence in caregiving
Breaking “I don’t know how” barriers; Showing up differently at home
Purpose: To make sure that whatever shifts for you during this experience doesn’t stop here because insight is powerful… but support is what sustains it.
What it is: Before the event begins, and woven throughout the day during key breaks, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a curated collection of men’s circles, coaches, practitioners, brands and organisations who are all helping in men’s wellbeing.
Energy It Sets: Attendees leave with at least one person, place, or path to continue their journey
Purpose: Simon Squibb's Doorbell of Dreams has always been a vehicle to help people with their dreams.
🎤 The Golden Rule
The best pitches don't sound like pitches - they sound like stories. Practice until your delivery feels natural and conversational, but never lose the excitement that makes you start this journey in the first place.
What it is: Step up to our interactive doorbell located just to the right of Export Building's Reception area, and pitch your wildest dreams. 60 seconds to inspire, connect, and potentially change everything — plus a chance to win £1k.
Energy It Sets: Attendees who may feel that their passion and drive in life should be directed towards their dream have an opportunity to share that dream with Simon -- best ones get some funding from HelpBnk!
Theme: ‘Building resilience/growth: how to take that aggression and ambition that makes you successful and turn it into a directed laser instead of a house fire.’
KEYNOTE/MODERATOR: Kenny Mammarella-D'Cruz “The Man Whisperer “
In this fireside conversation, men share the moments that broke them, shaped them, and ignited the fire within them to become who they truly are. Through honest storytelling and reflection, the panel explores purpose, resilience, identity and the tools discovred along the way. Led by Kenny Mammarella D'Cruz, this session creates space for honest conversation around masculinity, struggle, healing and purpose.
Fire creates: Release. Visibility. Emotional honesty
Energy It Sets: Raw, real, courageous
Theme: Insights Panel on Communication, Perspective & Mindset
LEAD /MODERATOR: Ben Price, Elite Life Coach For men
Panel: Trudi Edginton, Tahmina Hakimova-Rees, Laura Weston, Dan Smith, Kenny Mammarella D'Cruz
This is where men upgrade how they see the world and their role in it. A dynamic panel shares practical insights on how to communicate confidently and effectively, offering tools men can use immediately in their work and relationships.
Energy It Sets: Expansive, insightful, forward-thinking with men leaving with tips and tools
Themes: Stability, responsibility, identity, work pressure, fatherhood, legacy. - LEAD /MODERATOR: David Mintz, Leads a Men’s Wellness Group in the Construction industry
Our Storytelling Panel: Becoming a Rock Discussion Ashley Johnson, Charlie Jenkins, Michael Macias, Jamin De Marco
Energy It Sets: Strength begins with awareness. Understanding what you carry is the first step to wielding power responsibly.
Created by Robbie Sloan, Transformative Coach
Dan leads a hands-on session, through breath, guided reflection and gentle movement, Dan Silvestri creates a safe space to release tension, reset the nervous system, and reconnect with yourself in a simple, human way. No experience needed — just arrive as you are and move at your own pace.