The Investing and Saving Alliance (TISA) has officially launched its new Future Leaders Programme (FLP) aimed at empowering financial services professionals across the sector to develop their business and leadership skills for the future. The 15-month programme funded by the apprenticeship scheme is aimed at professionals with 3 to 5 years of experience who are keen to develop their skills and drive positive change for the industry. Costs for attendees are particularly modest as the programme qualifies for support from the Government levy fund.
Lisa Laybourn, Director of Strategy and Business Management at TISA, said:
“In a rapidly evolving financial services sector, one thing remains the same: it is people who drive positive change and deliver for consumers. It’s absolutely vital then, that we equip tomorrow’s changemakers with the skills, confidence and vision they need to lead with impact. That’s why we’re launching TISA’s Future Leaders Programme. This isn’t just another training course — as a membership organisation, we’re uniquely placed to offer a cross-industry learning and networking experience that brings professionals together from diverse backgrounds. At a time when hybrid working can limit meaningful connection, this programme will create powerful opportunities for shared learning and collaboration. By developing strong, connected leaders, we’re investing in a better future — for the industry, and for the consumers we serve.”
The launch of the Future Leaders Programme comes as TISA publishes its revised Strategic Priorities document for 2025/26 – with the initiative a key part of its commitment to improving Corporate Responsibility.
The document sets out how TISA will continue to work with regulators, government, and firms to develop and deliver practical solutions under four strategic pillars:
- Consumer Protection: Ensuring that consumers are safeguarded through improved regulatory frameworks, robust support for vulnerable customers, strengthened financial crime prevention, and ongoing promotion of fair outcomes under the Consumer Duty.
- Consumer Access: Addressing the barriers that prevent people from accessing financial products and advice, advocating for meaningful financial education, and pushing for a more inclusive, digitally enabled financial system.
- Effective Products: Helping shape policy to improve the savings-to-investment journey, promote retirement resilience, and ensure children entering adulthood can seamlessly access and build on early savings habits.
- Corporate Responsibility: Supporting firms in integrating ESG principles, strengthening governance, improving operational resilience, and developing the next generation of leaders.
Commenting on the 2025/26 priorities, Lisa Laybourn said:
“Financial services should work for everyone. Our 2025/26 priorities reflect our commitment to ensuring that consumers can save, invest and retire with confidence — regardless of background. Whether it’s driving better support for vulnerable customers or helping firms deliver on ESG, TISA is focused on turning insight into action, and policy into progress. And I’m particularly excited to see the launch of our Future Leaders Programme. After all, people are our sector’s greatest asset, and we need to give them the skills and tools to thrive and lead”.
TISA’s programme of activity for 2025/26 includes a full calendar of research, events, policy consultations, and forums — each designed to drive better outcomes for consumers and help the industry navigate emerging challenges with confidence and clarity.
