Bringing light and life to leaders around the world.

Illuminaire Institute was founded in 2022 by Professor Karise Hutchinson, when she became frustrated by the gap between mainstream leadership resources and academic literature. Our mission is to equip leaders through research, ideas and stories, transforming families, communities, organisations and societies.

  • Our annual leadership publication features unique research insight, interviews with leaders from around the globe and reflections to help you on your leadership journey. Interested in buying Illuminaire Press for your team? Check out our sharing bundle on the online store.

  • We offer high-quality, research-driven masterclasses designed not only to enhance leadership but also to support employee wellbeing. Rooted in our four key learning principles, knowing, doing, being, and becoming - our interactive sessions help individuals and teams thrive. We deliver these transformative experiences in-person to organisations large and small across the UK and globally, with an exciting online masterclass launching in 2025. Ready to make a difference? Find out more.

  • Illuminaire will deliver the latest thought leadership at your conference, public or private sector event, or boardroom advisory session. We offer valuable insights and actionable strategies that will inspire your audience and drive meaningful change. Interested in having us speak at your event? Get in touch.

  • Commissioned research and reports that combine desktop and empirical data insights to deliver actionable, evidence-based outcomes for your organisation. Interested in commissioning research? Get in touch.

Living leadership is about the way we choose to live our life as leaders, every day.

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Our annual leadership magazine features research articles. interviews and stories around the theme of Strong & Healthy Leadership, accompanied by bespoke art & beautiful photography.

Illuminaire Press tells the multifaceted story of leadership, providing readers with practical knowledge, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of what it means to lead effectively in today’s world.

Digital Learning

  • Coming soon: experience Illuminaire learning tools wherever you are in the world. Our digital masterclasses, released quarterly, will weave together world-class leadership research and insights with interactive learning experiences.

  • Coming soon: gain access through our online memberships to an exclusive online library of digital & print resources.

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Illuminaire Shop

  • Coming soon: stunning artwork prints created by artist friends of Illuminaire, exclusive to our online shop.

  • Coming soon: enjoy Illuminaire at home! We will be offering a range of products exclusively in our online shop.

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