OVO Energy and Real Talk Studio Partner to Transform Manager & Leadership Development

Real Talk Studio is proud to announce a new partnership with OVO Energy, one of the UK’s largest energy suppliers, to support their Manager and Leadership Development programmes.

OVO is committed to building a culture where leaders feel confident, capable, and supported in guiding their teams. With Real Talk Studio, OVO managers will now be able to practice difficult workplace conversations with AI-powered video avatars—giving them the opportunity to prepare, reflect, and improve before stepping into the real thing.

What the Partnership Brings

Through this collaboration, OVO managers will:

• Practice real scenarios: from coaching conversations to handling performance issues
• Develop confidence: rehearse challenging discussions in a safe, private environment
• Get instant insights: receive feedback on clarity, empathy, and impact
• Build habits that last: reinforce leadership skills through ongoing, repeatable practice

By integrating AI roleplay into their leadership journey, OVO is equipping managers with the tools they need to lead with confidence in a fast-changing workplace.

Why It Matters

“Managers have a huge influence on culture and performance, but they often don’t get the chance to practice tough conversations,” says Toby Sinclair, Founder of Real Talk Studio. “Working with OVO Energy means we can help their leaders build these skills in a practical, scalable way.”

“At OVO, we’re always looking for innovative approaches to strengthen our leadership,” says Neil Watson. “Real Talk Studio gives our managers a safe space to practice and grow, which directly impacts how they support their teams and deliver for customers.”

About OVO Energy

OVO Energy is the UK’s third-largest energy supplier, serving millions of customers with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and people-first culture. Their mission is to power human progress with clean, affordable energy.

About Real Talk Studio

Real Talk Studio helps managers and teams practice the conversations that matter most through AI-powered video roleplay. From feedback and performance management to leadership and coaching, Real Talk Studio makes practice possible—scalable, safe, and effective.

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