In this workshop, Henley alum and digital transformation leader Rionna Roni shares how a postgraduate assignment sparked a project that grew far beyond academia: her children’s book and feelings journal, Butterfly Wishes.
Drawing on her journey of resilience, parenting, and professional growth, Rionna will share practical insights on building confidence, nurturing emotional awareness, and modelling self-belief for our children.
Key takeaways for families
- Practical strategies for helping children express their feelings and grow in confidence
- Tools for reflection that parents and professionals can use to reframe challenges as stepping stones
- Inspiration to act on everyday opportunities and to see their ripple effect on work, family, and community life.
Bring the family! Partners, family members, and children are all welcome.
A supervised, child-friendly space with a play area and creative activities will keep kids busy while you enjoy the session.
Event information:
Date: Saturday 18 October 2025
Time: 10:00-11:30 (SAST) (breakfast and registration from 09:30)
Venue: Henley Africa campus, 1 Witkoppen Rd, Paulshof, Johannesburg
Cost: Free
About your host:
Rionna Roni is a digital transformation leader and author with close to 20 years’ experience in the banking and IT sectors. She holds an MBA (with Distinction), a B-Tech in Business Administration, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice from Henley Business School. Her forthcoming children’s book, Butterfly Wishes, helps children build confidence and emotional awareness through storytelling and journaling.