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10:05 - 10:35 Day 1

Keynote: Understanding and supporting the next generation and their relationship with work

To win the "war for talent" employers must understand and meet the needs of the younger generations entering the workplace, whilst also navigating changing workplace dynamics and fostering collaboration. 

> Are the next generation reliant on the 'bank of mum and dad'?
> Implications of the new Labour government's policies
> Multi-generational differences in  workplace expectations

Speaker

Dr Eliza Filby
Dr Eliza Filby
Dr Eliza Filby
Author
Inheritocracy
Dr Eliza Filby

Dr Eliza Filby

Author, Inheritocracy

Dr Eliza FilbyDr Eliza Filby is a writer and speaker specialising in generational change and contemporary values, who helps us understand how the world is changing. She has worked with a variety of organizations from Google to the Harry Potter Franchise, from the Ministry of Defence in the UK to the European Commission. She currently sits on the Board of the Mission Group plc. as Non-Executive Director.  In 2022 she was awarded the Europa Forum’s 2022 Millennial Leaders Award. In 2024 Eliza was made a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (RSA). Eliza is the author of Generation Shift: How Generational Evolution is changing the way we think, live and work. She hosts the popular ‘It’s All Relative’ podcast and authors a weekly substack #majorrelate. This autumn she will publish her new book: Inheritocracy: Why we Should Talk about the Bank of Mum and Dad.
10:45 -11:15 Day 1

Employee assistance – what to expect from the next generation of EAPs 

This session will explore the evolution of EAPs, discussing strategies that go beyond crisis management to proactively support mental, physical, and even financial wellbeing for employees.

> Going beyond traditional EAPs - can EAPs reduce absenteeism?
> Addressing the need to be more personalised, preventative and integrated
> Supporting individual employees with their specific and sometimes complex needs

Speaker

Dr Catherine McKinven
Dr Catherine McKinven
Dr Catherine McKinven
Clinical Lead
Lyra UK & Ireland
Dr Catherine McKinven

Dr Catherine McKinven

Clinical Lead, Lyra UK & Ireland

Dr Catherine McKinvenDr Catherine McKinven is the Clinical Lead for Lyra UK & Ireland, responsible for driving Lyra’s local wellbeing proposition to ensure clinical excellence and governance. Throughout her career, Catherine has had extensive experience working within the EAP industry and employee wellbeing providing psychological assessments, clinical consultation and leadership. Coupled with her legacy in the NHS across a wide range of clinical roles up to consultant level. As Clinical Lead, she has been integral for Lyra UK & Ireland to propel their clinically driven services to support all lifecycle needs and lead the evolution of employee mental wellbeing in the UK & Ireland.

11:20 - 11:50 Day 1

Case Study: Supporting employee wellbeing – NHS Charities Together’s ‘psychological safety’ initiatives

Responding to the challenges that the NHS is facing, NHS Charities Together has launched a £16m workforce wellbeing programme with NHS England, designed to tackle the issues impacting the wellbeing of NHS employees such as burnout and improving mental health support for NHS employees. The projects funded and learnings from the programme will offer valuable insights that can be applied across both public and private sector organisations.

> How NHS Charities Together’s programme - tackles the range of wellbeing issues facing NHS employees
> Initiatives introduced to improve both mental and physical health in the workplace
> How NHS’s wellbeing strategies can be adapted for all organisations to drive resilience and enhance wellbeing 

Speaker

Ellie Orton
Ellie Orton
Ellie Orton
CEO
NHS Charities Together
Ellie Orton

Ellie Orton

CEO, NHS Charities Together

Ellie OrtonEllie Orton has been Chief Executive of NHS Charities Together since July 2018, where she has been instrumental in leading the charity’s award-winning Covid Urgent Appeal during 2020 and has since led a complete transformation within the charity. This was recognised by being awarded Charity Times Outstanding Individual Achievement Award in 2021; Association of Project Management Outstanding Organisational Award in 2021 and being named in HSJ Top 100 CEO’s in 2021 and Charity Times’ most pioneering CEOs. Previously she was CEO at a Coventry based charity, working with vulnerable and sexually exploited women, and interim CEO at the Jon Egging Trust, supporting young people with barriers in their lives to reach their full potential.
12:00 - 12:45 Day 1

Panel: Inclusive and personalised rewards and benefits – why data is the key

Employers are increasingly recognising that in order for employee health and wellbeing benefits to be inclusive and equitable, they need to be personalised to meet individual needs. Data is the key to making this happen.

> How to build a flexible benefits scheme that promotes good health and wellbeing for all demographics
> Where digital-first, personalised benefits fit into the equation for a diverse workforce 
> How to use data to measure the impact of your reward and benefits 

Speaker

Alex Shaw
Alex Shaw
Managing Director
H&B&Me, Holland & Barrett

Alex Shaw

Managing Director, H&B&Me, Holland & Barrett

Alex ShawBiography to follow.
14:00 – 14:40 Day 1

Fireside Chat: The future of work 3.0 – the workforce, workspace and the tech that enables it

Transformational changes across three dimensions – technology, workforce, and workplace - are reshaping the world of work. How can organisations get the best from their employees and what immediate action should they take? This session explores
three interlinked areas of the workforce, workspace, and technology.


> What are the forces of change? 
> Evaluating productivity in your workforce? 
> The right to privacy vs different generations vs the benefits to employees
> What will employees experience?

Speaker

Phil Askham
Phil Askham
Phil Askham
Head of Organisational Change & Employee Experience
Montfort Communications
Phil Askham

Phil Askham

Head of Organisational Change & Employee Experience, Montfort Communications

Phil AskhamPhil Askham has over 20 years’ experience helping global corporates and public bodies become more productive, purposeful and fulfilling workplaces. He is expert in employee engagement, culture development and organisational change. He knows from experience that improving employee engagement is the outcome of success on many fronts - compelling purpose, clear strategy, trusted leadership and respected line management. Effective internal communication brings everything together, helping leaders explain decisions, crystallising calls to action, embedding changes in ways of working, and fostering a sense of belonging. As a former Global Head of Employee Communications at HSBC, Phil played a major part in strengthening the firm’s risk culture. He also helped propel O2 to become the UK’s number one mobile provider by transforming its employee experience.
14:50 – 15:20 Day 1

Case Study: Enhancing remote work culture through the power of storytelling

This session delves into the transformative power of storytelling in remote global work environments. It highlights how a workforce sharing personal experiences can forge stronger connections, enhance mental health, and cultivate a supportive and inclusive culture. Attendees will learn from Yelp's initiative, where its culture team collaborated to engage leaders and employees in sharing deeply personal stories.

>How this initiative boosted resilience, mental health, and engagement
>Fostering an open and compassionate work culture for Yelp's global remote workforce
>Insights into creating a more connected and caring workplace

Speakers

Miriam Warren
Miriam Warren
Miriam Warren
Chief Diversity Officer
Yelp
Miriam Warren

Miriam Warren

Chief Diversity Officer, Yelp

Miriam WarrenMiriam Warren is the Chief Diversity Officer at Yelp and Board Chair of the Yelp Foundation. She joined Yelp in 2007, serving in a variety of marketing and operational roles, including leading the company’s expansion efforts internationally as Vice President of New Markets. Presently, Miriam heads a team working at the intersection of culture, employee engagement, social impact, sustainability, and diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Miriam is a frequent speaker and moderator. She has appeared on CNN, Yahoo! Finance, the BBC, CBS News and has spoken at Columbia Business School, Yale School of Management, and UCLA Anderson School of Management. Miriam has been quoted in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, and Good Morning America online, among others. She's previously been published in the Stanford Social Innovation Review, San Francisco Chronicle, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, and Fortune and shared her perspective on KQED. Miriam currently serves on the board of ETR, was a 2023 US Public Voices Fellow on Advancing the Rights of Women and Girls, and was named to the Gold House A100 list in 2021. Previously, she served on the boards of Common Future, Joshin, Reading Partners, and YTH.
Dr Lalith Wijedoru
Dr Lalith Wijedoru
Dr Lalith Wijedoru
Founder
Behind Your Mask
Dr Lalith Wijedoru

Dr Lalith Wijedoru

Founder, Behind Your Mask

Dr Lalith WijedoruDr Lalith Wijedoru is the Founder of storytelling consultancy, Behind Your Mask. He is passionate about celebrating our true, personal stories. He is a former UK-trained National Health Service (NHS) consultant paediatrician in emergency medicine. He has won multiple UK national awards including the Health Services Journal Staff Engagement Award using his storytelling approach for NHS staff. He is also a Strategic Partner of the All-In Diversity Project, where he is outsourced to kickstart courageous conversations on sensitive DEI topics and uncomfortable truths. He features in Aliza Nisenbaum’s Tate Liverpool exhibition as a storytelling facilitator during the coronavirus pandemic, and on Emmy Award-winning US TV chatshow host Montel Williams’ Free Thinking podcast talking about emotional wellbeing.

15:25 – 16:05 Day 1

Panel: AI: the key to beating burnout and boosting productivity?

Employee burnout and wellbeing challenges continue to impact workplace performance, HR leaders are increasingly turning to AI as a potential solution. Join us to discover how AI can enhance wellbeing strategies while respecting privacy and maintaining ethical standards.

> The role of AI and digital tools - streamlining processes
> Personalising wellbeing support to address individual needs
> The ethical considerations surrounding AI in workplace wellbeing - data privacy, bias, and transparency

Speakers

Petra Velzeboer
Petra Velzeboer
Petra Velzeboer
CEO Founder
PVL
Petra Velzeboer

Petra Velzeboer

CEO Founder, PVL

Petra VelzeboerPetra Velzeboer is a renowned mental health expert, TEDx speaker, and CEO of the mental health consultancy PVL. She is the author of Begin with You and the upcoming book Digital Wellbeing: Recharge Your Focus and Reboot Your Life. Her mission is to help organisations create mentally healthy cultures that thrive in a world of fast paced change.

Peter Cheese
Peter Cheese
Peter Cheese
CEO
CIPD
Peter Cheese

Peter Cheese

CEO, CIPD

Peter CheesePeter Cheese is the CEO of the CIPD, the professional body for HR and People Development. Since January 2019, he has been co-chair of The Flexible Working Task Force, a partnership across government departments, business groups, trade unions and charities, to increase the uptake of flexible working. He is also Chair of Engage for Success and the What Works Centre for Wellbeing. In 2021, Peter’s book ‘The New World of Work’ was published, exploring the many factors shaping work, workplaces, workforces and our working lives, and the principles around which we can build a future that is good for people, for business and for societies. Prior to joining the CIPD in 2012, Peter was Chair of the Institute of Leadership and Management, an Executive Fellow at London Business School, and held a number of Board level roles.

DAY TWO

10:05 – 10:30 Day 2

Keynote: How to create a thriving workplace culture and survive a toxic one

Culture is the beating heart of any business. It's not only key to talent engagement and retention, workplace culture is intrinsically linked to employee health and wellbeing. But turning around a toxic workplace culture is often seen as too hard to tackle.

> Is your organisation thriving, dynamic and growing or is there siloed decision making?
> The importance of connecting on a daily basis - the power of empathy through upskilling the workforce
> Is everyone aligned in understanding what their role is to achieve the organisational culture goal?

Speaker

Jason Bloomfield
Jason Bloomfield
Jason Bloomfield
Global Head of People Change & Experience Design
Ericsson
Jason Bloomfield

Jason Bloomfield

Global Head of People Change & Experience Design, Ericsson

Jason BloomfieldJason Bloomfield joined Ericsson in 2022 as its Global Head of People Change & Experience Design, focused on transforming the employee experience for its workforce of 100,000 around the globe.  His experience includes digital transformation, driving new customer centric journeys, multi-billion-dollar merger & acquisition integrations, accelerating sustainability and spearheading new ways of working. Jason has a 20+ year track record of strategic impact and meaningful innovation across geographies and industries alike. He is a hands-on leader who inspires those around him towards a shared sense of purpose, vision and outcome. Jason’s expertise has garnered industry recognition and speaking invitations on both sides of the Atlantic; expertise he’s also shared with not-for-profits as a member of their Board of Directors.
10:45 – 11:15 Day 2

The neuroscience of employee engagement – practical strategies to build a thriving workplace 

Employee engagement is a strategic imperative, directly impacting talent attraction, retention and all aspects of the employee lifecycle. But how do we create positive environments that foster a truly thriving workforce?

> Essential elements for genuine employee engagement
> How trust creates psychological safety, allowing for the deep focus of flow states
> How a sense of purpose and growth can lead to a flourishing, engaged workforce
> Practical strategies rooted in brain science to build a workplace where employees are productive.

Speaker

Katharina Auer
Katharina Auer
VP/Head of Internal, Service, HSE, SCM, SD Communications & Communications Shared Services
Hitachi Energy

Katharina Auer

VP/Head of Internal, Service, HSE, SCM, SD Communications & Communications Shared Services, Hitachi Energy

Katharina AuerBiography to follow
11:20 - 11:50 Day 2

Panel: Building a skills-based environment to effectively train and retain talent and underpin employee health and wellbeing

In today's competitive talent landscape, organisations must go beyond traditional training programmes and foster a skills-based environment that not only supports employee growth but also promotes wellbeing. This session will explore how a focus on skill development can help organisations train, retain, and engage top talent - with practical strategies to create a more sustainable and healthier workplace, enhancing employee performance, overall job satisfaction and underpinning wellbeing in the multi-generational workplace.

> How a skills-based approach can improve long-term employee wellbeing
> Learn about line management in the future and alternative approaches to job design
> Explore how line managers can weave DEI into the way they manage people
> Difficult conversations at work - allowing employees to talk candidly about their jobs and air any grievance

Speaker

Alex Smith
Alex Smith
Alex Smith
Category Leader - Wellbeing, Earning and Learning
Unidays
Alex Smith

Alex Smith

Category Leader - Wellbeing, Earning and Learning, Unidays

Alex Smith
12:00 - 12:45 Day 2

Case study: Overcoming silos to embed health and wellbeing – by focusing on leadership development

Collaboration across the business is essential for maximum impact when building a culture of employee engagement and psychological safety. In this case study, hear how HR and L&D are working together to bring team member support to the forefront of the business - by building this into strategy from the top.

> Promoting engagement by gaining stakeholder buy-in
> How to embed the culture through organisational support at all levels
> Empowering and engaging leadership development

Speakers

Gary Acheson
Gary Acheson
Gary Acheson
Head of L&D
Rapport
Gary Acheson

Gary Acheson

Head of L&D, Rapport

Gary Acheson

Gary Acheson has been Head of Learning & Development at Rapport Guest Services since 2021. He is an energetic and optimistic HR and learning executive with over 20 years’ international experience in corporate support services and luxury hotels. His key achievement is investing in organisational design and developing change projects focused on people, talent, capability, performance and service, which as a consequence achieve results.

Dirk Talsma
Dirk Talsma
Dirk Talsma
Managing Director,
Rapport Guest Services
Dirk Talsma

Dirk Talsma

Managing Director, , Rapport Guest Services

Dirk Talsma
Polly Joseph
Polly Joseph
Polly Joseph
Culture and Development Business Partner and Mental Health First Aider
Hollywood Bowl Group
Polly Joseph

Polly Joseph

Culture and Development Business Partner and Mental Health First Aider, Hollywood Bowl Group

Polly JosephBiography to follow.

Charlotte Wiseman
Charlotte Wiseman
Charlotte Wiseman
Leadership & Organisational Development expert
Charlotte Wiseman
Charlotte Wiseman

Charlotte Wiseman

Leadership & Organisational Development expert, Charlotte Wiseman

Charlotte WisemanA member of the British Psychological Society and International Positive Psychology Association, Charlotte Wiseman is an applied Positive Psychology and Leadership Consultant known for her pioneering research in leadership burnout and mental fitness. It was her own personal journey overcoming chronic stress, anxiety and depression as a leader, that first inspired her to explore applied positive psychology techniques in 2009. The positive changes she experienced were so inspiring that she left her long-standing career to pursue an MSc in Applied Positive Psychology, a certificate in Neuroscience for Business and MHFA England Mental Health First Aid Trainer qualifications. Recognised as a leader in her field and recently named one of the top 10 most influential global voices in workplace wellbeing, Charlotte has also recently been featured in the Times Future CEO special edition, and is regularly invited to feature in specialist publications, including the Journal of Public Mental Health.
14:00 – 14:30 Day 2

Case Study: How businesses can reduce absence by supporting musculoskeletal health in the workplace

Recognising that all parts of the workforce can be affected by MSK issues and that it's one of the most common reasons for sickness absence, this session will focus on both prevention and early intervention. It will include discussions around supporting musculoskeletal health, encouraging movement, and promoting a culture that prioritises physical activity and health as a foundation for overall wellbeing.

> The link between musculoskeletal conditions and mental health 
> Creating a culture that allows time for movement and exercise 
> How we can prevent health problems at work or intervene to limit sickness absence

14:35 - 15:15 Day 2

Panel: Proactively supporting global employee mental health and wellbeing

This session will shine a light on best practice approaches to creating global mental health programmes that are inclusive, equitable and accessible to all employees - exploring ways to foster safe, supportive work cultures including:
 
> The need to prioritise mental health and foster resilience 
> Providing access to the right care when it’s needed - wherever employees are in the world
> The importance of sharing and listening to other co-workers' stories 
> Spotlight on remote working

Speakers

Kristina Adey-Davies
Kristina Adey-Davies
Kristina Adey-Davies
Head of Wellbeing & Inclusion - Global
Freshfields
Kristina Adey-Davies

Kristina Adey-Davies

Head of Wellbeing & Inclusion - Global, Freshfields

Kristina Adey-DaviesAs a business psychologist and coach, specialising in behavioural change, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, Kristina Adey-Davies has several years of experience driving change, developing and implementing inclusive business strategies and practices. She has a focus on harnessing the latest neuroscience to bring about change across the professional services, financial services and technology industries. Kristina's current role as Global Head of Wellbeing and Inclusion Global at Freshfields, focusses on driving change, through developing wellbeing and inclusion interventions across their global network. She has a particular interest in applying neuroscience and strengths-based approaches to develop more balanced, collaborative and healthy work cultures that drive and sustain high performance. A keen business psychologist, Kristina has an MSc in Occupational and Business Psychology and an MBA.
Fergal O'Connor
Fergal O'Connor
Fergal O'Connor
Finance Director EMEAI Finance & Accounting
United Airlines
Fergal O'Connor

Fergal O'Connor

Finance Director EMEAI Finance & Accounting, United Airlines

Fergal O'Connor
Ciprian Arhire
Ciprian Arhire
Ciprian Arhire
Global Head of People Transformation, Programmes & Analytics
Entain Group
Ciprian Arhire

Ciprian Arhire

Global Head of People Transformation, Programmes & Analytics, Entain Group

Ciprian ArhireBiography to follow.
Jay Connolly
Jay Connolly
Jay Connolly
Global Chief People Officer
Baker & McKenzie
Jay Connolly

Jay Connolly

Global Chief People Officer, Baker & McKenzie

Jay Connolly

Prevention, Intervention, Holistic & Inclusive Wellbeing

10:05 – 10:35 Day 1

Keynote: Why accessibility and disability inclusion is everyone’s business – the CCEP journey 

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) produce an Accessibility Matrix which involves leadership and frontline teams, laying out the parameters for an accessible and inclusive workplace. 

> CCEPs global accessibility matrix - how this is being actioned in the UK
> Being an accessibility ambassador and the role of allies in advancing disability inclusion
> Expectations – delivering positive change and influencing senior leaders
> Connecting DEI with H&S via a risk assessment and empathetic approach

Speaker

Mohammed Koheeallee
Mohammed Koheeallee
Mohammed Koheeallee
QESH Coordinator & Lead Accessibility Ambassador
Coca Cola Europacific Partners
Mohammed Koheeallee

Mohammed Koheeallee

QESH Coordinator & Lead Accessibility Ambassador, Coca Cola Europacific Partners

Mohammed KoheealleeMohammed Koheeallee is a QESH Co-ordinator Projects and The Lead Accessibility Ambassador for Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP GB), looking at ways to enable colleagues with a disability to be themselves, and to support CCEP GB in becoming a more diverse and inclusive business. Having been paraplegic since the age of 6 weeks old and growing up in a wheelchair has always set challenges in front of him. After searching for a career for many years, Mo found himself working at CCEP GB, starting off as a Grocery Merchandiser. In 2022, he joined the supply chain team as an Apprentice Quality, Environment, Safety and Health (QESH) Co-ordinator. After successfully completing in Jan 2024, now being a qualified health & safety officer, Mo brings a unique perspective to a field that sometimes holds back people with disabilities and helped to create one of the first wheelchair accessible manufacturing sites in GB.
10:45 - 11:15 Day 1

Case Study: The dos and don’ts of creating a diverse and neuroinclusive environment

Here our speakers examine why raising the bar and considering the interventions that work and those that don't, when it comes to supporting neurodivergent colleagues, is vital in today's work environment.

> Going beyond diagnosis and adapting to the workplace - individual challenges.
> Gaining senior commitment to DEI and neuroinclusion
> What are the business opportunities of a neurodiverse workforce?

Speakers

Martina Ercoli
Martina Ercoli
Martina Ercoli
DI&B Program Manager EMEA
NVIDIA Corporation
Martina Ercoli

Martina Ercoli

DI&B Program Manager EMEA, NVIDIA Corporation

Martina ErcoliMartina Ercoli is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in talent acquisition, specializing in Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity (IDE) across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). Her career began in talent and branding consultancy and later expanded into a broader role in the pharmaceutical industry. She has since built extensive expertise in international talent acquisition, working across diverse global markets. Since 2014, Martina has actively delivered webinars and lectures on Social Recruiting, Career Development, and Diversity & Mental Health, collaborating with educational institutions and non-profits. She also shares her knowledge in Philosophy, AI, Talent Acquisition, and Diversity Recruiting, and regularly contributes content to an online business journal.

Thomas Duncan Bell
Thomas Duncan Bell
Thomas Duncan Bell
The Bipolar Businessman
Thomas Duncan Bell

Thomas Duncan Bell

The Bipolar Businessman,

Thomas Duncan BellKnown internationally as The Bipolar Businessman, Thomas Duncan Bell has already reached millions of people with his writing, keynote speaking and through various media. He frequently works together with global companies to develop their mental health programmes while ensuring their business needs. Thomas is one of the UK’s most popular mental health speakers, as well as the primary mental health commentator and keynote speaker for the Institute of Directors. He knows how to transform a company and implement sustainable mental health programmes within the organisation, while still remaining human along the way, consistently found endearing to all whom he works with, through his candid and caring approach to change. As a FTSE 500 & SME Commercial Consultant for over 17 years, Thomas truly understands the needs of the people and the business.

11:20 - 11:50 Day 1

Building a financially fit workforce in 2025 through tailored benefits

Financial wellbeing benefits aren't just a nice to have. Increasingly job seekers are calling for them as a must. This, coupled with an understanding of how financial stress affects employee wellbeing, is key to their overall productivity. This session looks at programmes that offer financial wellbeing education, budgeting tools, and retirement planning to support financial security and reduce stress.

> How your financial offering can aid recruitment and retention
> Why look at a personalised approach 
> Inclusivity of benefits

12:00 - 12:45 Day 1

Panel: Prioritising inclusive mental health and wellbeing programmes as a strategic imperative to deliver real benefits – both for employees and employers

Our speakers discuss the findings from the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) most recent health report. They'll be sharing valuable insights into both why and how employers need to prioritise inclusive mental health in the workplace including:

> How inclusive mental health programmes impact productivity, engagement, and retention
> How does neurodiversity fit into an inclusive approach to mental health and wellbeing
> Using data to track and measure the effectiveness of your wellbeing initiatives 

Speakers

Stuart Young
Stuart Young
Stuart Young
Head of Stakeholder Engagement & Management
Department for Business & Trade
Stuart Young

Stuart Young

Head of Stakeholder Engagement & Management, Department for Business & Trade

Stuart YoungStuart Young is Head of Stakeholder Engagement and Management for the DBT Construction Unit and the Communications Director for the Construction Leadership Council’s Construct Zero Programme. He also oversees the relationship between the CLC and DBT as a joint Government/sector council, including providing support to various workstreams including the CLC’s Mental Health Project. Stuart works across industry and key Government Departments, supporting the voice of the sector across Government. Stuart is a strong advocate for positive mental health, both professionally and privately.
Jane Clifford
Jane Clifford
Jane Clifford
People Director
Brewers
Jane Clifford

Jane Clifford

People Director, Brewers

Jane Clifford
Matt Grisedale
Matt Grisedale
Matt Grisedale
Senior People Champion
E.On
Matt Grisedale

Matt Grisedale

Senior People Champion, E.On

Matt GrisedaleAs a Senior People Champion at E.ON UK, Matt Grisedale is passionate about fostering an inclusive workplace that values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I). With a specific focus on men's mental health and overall well-being, I am dedicated to opening up crucial conversations and creating supportive environments where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work. My work is driven by a commitment to meaningful change and supporting people on their journeys to personal and professional fulfillment.
14:00 – 14:40 Day 1

Panel: Empowering inclusive women’s health & wellbeing – taking a wider approach

This session will break through the silence on women’s health challenges in the workplace and offer practical, actionable strategies to foster a more inclusive, supportive environment where all employees can thrive. Our speakers discuss the merits of a wider approach to health for women and men.

> Transformative policies and best practices that organisations can adopt to support women’s health needs
> Discover how ERGs can drive change and help shape workplace policies and culture from within
> Enhancing mental health support for men
> Hormonal health support at key life stages

Speaker

Ruth Jackson
Ruth Jackson
Chief People Officer
The Gym Group

Ruth Jackson

Chief People Officer, The Gym Group

Ruth JacksonRuth Jackson is an experienced board level HR Director. She is an authentic, commercial and strategic leader with wide HR and operational experience across public and private companies in hospitality and leisure. Ruth is a strong believer in the importance of all areas of talent and in the power of great internal communications to drive employee engagement. She is passionate about helping others to find what it is from their work that will truly enable them to flourish.
14:50 – 15:20 Day 1

Author Spotlight: Why gender equality is the best thing to happen to men

Men are crucial to advancing gender equality in the workplace, but there is a gap in how men perceive their own effectiveness as allies. As a leading voice for gender equality and workplace inclusion, our speaker uncovers the hidden struggles of the modern workplace, advancing workplace cultures that work for everyone.

> Why gender equality is important for men - can it benefit everyone?
> Need to create an inclusive environment
> The freedom to be ourselves at work and to be valued for this

Speaker

Dr Michelle Penelope King
Dr Michelle Penelope King
Dr Michelle Penelope King
Author
How Work Works
Dr Michelle Penelope King

Dr Michelle Penelope King

Author, How Work Works

Dr Michelle Penelope KingDr Michelle Penelope King is a globally renowned expert on inequality and organisational culture, dedicated to transforming workplaces into inclusive environments that foster equity for all. As the Chief People Officer at ODI, a prestigious global affairs think tank, Michelle leads initiatives aimed at combating injustice and inequality, continuing a legacy that spans over six decades. Before joining ODI, Michelle founded The Culture Practice, a global consultancy specialising in diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and organizational development. Her expertise attracted high-profile clients such as JP Morgan, Netflix, Dior, FIFA, and Amazon, where she spearheaded strategies to reshape workplace cultures. Through this, she created an expansive library of DEI training content, partnering with Udemy to democratize access to these resources globally. Michelle also serves as a Senior Advisor to the UN Foundation’s Girl Up Campaign, where she oversees the NextGen Leadership Development Program, equipping young women with the skills to lead in today’s evolving workplace. Michelle’s career has included prominent roles such as Director of Inclusion at Netflix and Head of UN Women’s Global Innovation Coalition for Change. 
15:25 - 16:05 Day 1

Data-driven approaches to support staff based on their intersectionality

This session looks at the intersection between DE&I and health and wellbeing and why data-driven approaches are paramount. Trying to build through data a picture for stakeholders, to ensure that everyone belongs and can be themselves.

> Data metrics on retention
> The importance of exit survey data
> Why you need to look at your social mobility index and pay gap

Speakers

Nimisha Overton
Nimisha Overton
Nimisha Overton
EMEA DE&I Lead
Canon EMEA
Nimisha Overton

Nimisha Overton

EMEA DE&I Lead, Canon EMEA

Nimisha OvertonNimisha Overton leads the diversity, equity and inclusion strategy for Canon Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Prior to this, she was a driving force to establish a women’s focus group, multi-faith group and a programme celebrating Black History Month in the organisation. This further excelled her passion of DE&I in the workplace. With her genuine desire for DE&I, Nimisha’s experience of delivering change and strategy within Canon and her marketing and business development expertise, she is now the driving force behind the development of an inclusive culture at Canon EMEA. Her overall objective is to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, that reflects the multi-cultural communities Canon operates in. Her aim is to achieve this by creating a work environment where people feel valued and, have a sense enabling them to thrive personally and professionally.
Nina Goswami
Nina Goswami
Nina Goswami
Head of Inclusion UK,
Clifford Chance
Nina Goswami

Nina Goswami

Head of Inclusion UK,, Clifford Chance

Nina GoswamiNina Goswami is Clifford Chance's first Head of Inclusion UK, where she is responsible for developing and implementing the law firm's inclusion policies and campaigns within the London and Newcastle offices.Before Clifford Chance, Nina was the BBC's Creative Diversity Lead and headed up 50:50 The Equality Project. The multi-award-winning initiative uses data monitoring to ensure media content better reflects society. She also led work around inclusive language and supported BBC News with its diversity and inclusion strategy. This included launching impact-driven partnerships such as Reframing Disability with the Media Trust. Nina also worked as a journalist for The Sunday Times, The Sunday Telegraph and the legal press. This was prior to her roles at the BBC, which included TV News Editor. Nina has been named as Inspirational d&i Leader 2024. Nina has also featured in the Global Diversity List as Head of Diversity (2023), Champion (2021) and Diversity Professional (2020).

DAY TWO

10:05 – 10:30 Day 2

Keynote: The link between the food we eat and our health crisis – what employers can do to help

With employers increasingly looking at what they can do to support both nutrition and weight loss, this session focuses on why it makes sense to incorporate wellbeing programmes that include fitness challenges, healthy office catering options and nutrition seminars by looking at.|

> The impact of food on metabolic health
> How diet can improve employee productivity
> The shift from treatment-based therapies to nutrition and preventative medicine

Speaker

Dr Dolly van Tulleken
Dr Dolly van Tulleken
Dr Dolly van Tulleken
Visiting Scientist
MRC Epidemiology Unit & Centre for Diet & Activity Research (CEDAR)
Dr Dolly van Tulleken

Dr Dolly van Tulleken

Visiting Scientist, MRC Epidemiology Unit & Centre for Diet & Activity Research (CEDAR)

Dr Dolly van TullekenDr Dolly van Tulleken is a policy consultant and Visiting Researcher at Cambridge University's MRC Epidemiology Unit where she completed a PhD and postdoctoral research position examining UK government obesity policy. Dolly co-founded 50:50 Parliament's cross-party #AskHerToStand campaign which helps women in the UK get selected and elected. She is Vice President of ex-offenders employment charity Tempus Novo and an ambassador of military veterans charity Forward Assist.
10:45 - 11:15 Day 2

Panel: Focus on prevention – tackling rising employee healthcare costs through a holistic approach

As healthcare costs rise, employers are looking for proactive ways to manage health and wellbeing benefits more sustainably. This session will explore how combining Private Medical Insurance (PMI) with Health Trusts and Health Cash Plans can create a holistic, preventative approach to employee health.

> Designing cost-effective benefit strategies to enhance employee wellbeing and productivity
> How to integrate preventative care into PMI plans to reduce future health costs
> Maximising the value of Health Trusts and Cash Plans

11:20 - 11:50 Day 2

How employers can support the government’s shift to preventative healthcare 

The new Labour government’s first budget made it crystal clear that the NHS is one of its top priorities, with Prime Minister Kier Starmer saying that we, collectively, need to move to a much more preventative approach to healthcare. Organisations will need the basics in place for their employees health and wellbeing. But how can they take this to the next level? Our speaker takes you through how the current government is hoping to implement change for business and the wider community.
 
> What can employers do to support the NHS through a preventative approach
> New Labour policies - how do employers adapt 
> How to enact in the wider community

Speakers

Dr Rosena Allin-Khan MP
Dr Rosena Allin-Khan MP
MP
Labour MP for Tooting

Dr Rosena Allin-Khan MP

MP, Labour MP for Tooting

Dr Rosena Allin-Khan MPDr Rosena Allin-Khan MP was elected as Member of Parliament for Tooting in a by-election in 2016 and has previously served on the frontbench as Shadow Minister for Sport and Shadow Cabinet Member for Mental Health. She has worked in conflict zones and refugee camps around the world as a humanitarian doctor, and continues to work as an A&E doctor. In her role as Shadow Cabinet Member for Mental Health, Rosena helped develop Labour Party policy in the area. She works as an A&E doctor at St George’s Hospital, in her constituency, during her free time and Parliamentary recesses. During the pandemic, she worked in the NHS both in A&E and as part of the Family Support Liaison Team at the Royal London Hospital, in the ITU helping families communicate with sick and dying relatives. Rosena continues to be a powerful advocate in Parliament for the NHS.
Gethin Nadin
Gethin Nadin
Gethin Nadin
Chair
Policy Liaison Group on Workplace Wellbeing
Gethin Nadin

Gethin Nadin

Chair, Policy Liaison Group on Workplace Wellbeing

Gethin Nadin
12:00 - 12:45 Day 2

Panel: The evolving role of occupational health – the key to preventative employee health and wellbeing

Supporting employees to enable them to thrive in the workplace – whatever their health condition or disability - needs careful attention. So how can businesses and OH ensure that they get the balance right, both for the employee and the employer?This session highlights:

> The role of OH in supporting workplace wellbeing
> Proactive health monitoring, workplace ergonomics, risk assessments and reasonable adjustments
> Early interventions to improve employee physical and mental health

Speakers

Dr Shriti Pattani OBE
Dr Shriti Pattani OBE
Dr Shriti Pattani OBE
National Clinical Expert, Occupational Health and Wellbeing, NHSE Clinical Director, Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service
London North West University Healthcare NHS
Dr Shriti Pattani OBE

Dr Shriti Pattani OBE

National Clinical Expert, Occupational Health and Wellbeing, NHSE Clinical Director, Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service, London North West University Healthcare NHS

Dr Shriti Pattani OBEShriti Pattani OBE is National Clinical Expert in Occupational Health & Wellbeing, NHS England. She is an accredited specialist in Occupational Medicine, holding fellowships of the Faculty of Occupational Medicine and the Royal College of Physicians. She is the immediate past president of the Society of Occupational Medicine. She has led Occupational Health Services as a Clinical Director in the NHS for 25 years and has experience working in the public and private sector. She is the National Clinical Expert in Occupational Health and Wellbeing for NHS England. Shriti is keen to promote the agenda of ‘Work as a Health Outcome’ which includes support for all people of working age with health conditions or disabilities to find suitable work and prevent people falling out of work. She is passionate about teaching and training and has been the Course Director for the Diploma Course in Occupational Medicine for the Royal Society for Public Health since 2010.  

Emily Gabrielsen
Emily Gabrielsen
Emily Gabrielsen
Group Health and Wellbeing Manager
Centrica
Emily Gabrielsen

Emily Gabrielsen

Group Health and Wellbeing Manager, Centrica

Emily Gabrielsen
Thomas Blakey
Thomas Blakey
Thomas Blakey
Group Health & Wellbeing Manager
National Grid
Thomas Blakey

Thomas Blakey

Group Health & Wellbeing Manager, National Grid

Thomas BlakeyAs the UK Health and Wellbeing Manager at National Grid, Thomas Blakey leads the support for their diverse workforce driving the UK energy transition, and collaborates with the wider group health and wellbeing team on their health and wellbeing proposition across the US region of the business.

14:00 - 14:30 Day 2

The cost of sleep: how it can make or break workforce productivity and wellbeing

Sleep problems are becoming increasingly prevalent in modern society, contributing to widespread physical and mental health challenges, reduced employee engagement, and diminished productivity. With limited access to sleep services and long delays in seeking treatment, workplaces are well-positioned to play a pivotal role in addressing this issue.

> Key data on the impact of poor sleep on individuals and organisations
> The connection between sleep, health, wellbeing, and workplace performance
> The workplace advantage - how the workplace can be an effective setting for early intervention, reducing barriers to support and fostering a culture that prioritises high quality rest
> A collaboration with an HR leader to implement comprehensive sleep initiatives, highlighting the potential for improved employee wellbeing and organisational outcomes
> Practical strategies for embedding sleep health into workplace wellbeing programmes through education, tailored support, and cultural change

Speaker

Dr Caitlin Chasser
Dr Caitlin Chasser
Sleep specialist & GP
NHS

Dr Caitlin Chasser

Sleep specialist & GP, NHS

Dr Caitlin ChasserDr Caitlin Chasser is a family doctor and co-founder of The Sleep Project. With over 20 years of clinical experience and a deep passion for sleep medicine, she specialises in translating complex scientific insights into practical strategies that empower individuals and organisations to thrive through better sleep. Caitlin has been instrumental in designing and delivering evidence-based sleep programmes that tackle insomnia, optimise performance, and enhance workplace well-being. Her expertise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and holistic approaches to sleep health has made a transformative impact on businesses and individuals worldwide. She is also an Adjunct Professor at IE International Business School, where she teaches future leaders about the critical role of sleep in health, productivity, and innovation. Caitlin’s contributions reflect her unwavering commitment to addressing the global sleep crisis and highlighting the essential role of rest in shaping healthier, happier, and more productive workplaces.
14:35 – 15:15 Day 2

Panel: Early interventions to improve employee physical and mental health

This session will provide actionable insights on how to proactively improve the physical and mental health of employees through early interventions, reasonable adjustments, and strategic alignment with NHS services. We will explore how organisations can help remove the stigma surrounding mental and physical health issues in the workplace, raise awareness of their role in supporting employee wellbeing, and work closely with the NHS and other healthcare providers.

> Striking the right balance for reasonable adjustments
> Aligning your strategy with NHS support
> Reducing stigma in the workplace

Speakers

Fay Simpkins
Fay Simpkins
Fay Simpkins
Head of Occupational Health & Wellbeing
National Highways
Fay Simpkins

Fay Simpkins

Head of Occupational Health & Wellbeing, National Highways

Fay Simpkins
Fiona Poland
Fiona Poland
Head of Commercial Delivery
MHFA England

Fiona Poland

Head of Commercial Delivery, MHFA England

Fiona PolandFiona Poland leads the Commercial Delivery team at MHFA England and she is responsible for the delivery of all in-house training and consultancy. She is passionate about creating happier, healthier workplaces, where people have the skills and resources they need to thrive, and where the mental and physical health of employees is valued equally. Her expertise lies in advising workplaces on wellbeing strategies, and training solutions, which enable businesses to minimise the impact of mental ill health and manage employee wellbeing proactively.

The Office

10:05 – 10:35 Day 1

Keynote Fireside Chat: Reaffirming workplace culture in today’s hybrid landscape

Amazon’s recent decision to bring employees back to the office five days a week has sparked debate across the business world. Many business leaders are now pointing to culture as the reason for getting employees back in the office, but no one seems to know what that actually means and why it's important. Discover how leading companies are prioritising human-centric design and embracing experiential qualities to: 

> Transform work environments to meet the evolving needs of the modern workforce.
> Design for connection in a hybrid world of work
> Make the office a destination
> Workplaces without policy can be dangerous places
> Highlight evidence-based practice within the workplace and HR management

Speaker

Rob Briner
Rob Briner
Rob Briner
Professor of Organisational Psychology
Queen Mary University of London
Rob Briner

Rob Briner

Professor of Organisational Psychology, Queen Mary University of London

Rob BrinerRob Briner is Professor of Organisational Psychology in the School of Business and Management at Queen Mary University of London. He conducts research into several areas of organisational psychology and HR such as work and well-being, the psychological contract, work-nonwork relationships and ethnicity. In addition, he is very active in developing evidence-based practice in management, HR and organizational psychology. Before moving to the University of Bath in 2011, he worked for 20 years in the Department of Organisational Psychology at Birkbeck, University of London, where he also served as Director of the PhD Programme, Director of Research and Head of School.
10:45 - 11:15 Day 1

Panel: Women in The Office – design and inclusivity working together

Women are still conspicuously absent in leadership positions in the workplace design industry. This session asks - what do we want our industry to look like in the future and how do we get there?

> Considering new ways of working
> The ever evolving office - where do women fit in?
> What can organisations do to encourage more women executives into the workplace design industry?

Speakers

Lucy Golding
Lucy Golding
Lucy Golding
EMEA Colleague Experience Lead
JLL
Lucy Golding

Lucy Golding

EMEA Colleague Experience Lead, JLL

Lucy GoldingBiography to follow.
Harsha Kotak
Harsha Kotak
Harsha Kotak
UK Design Council Board Member
Design Council
Harsha Kotak

Harsha Kotak

UK Design Council Board Member, Design Council

Harsha Kotak
Kristen Lloyd
Kristen Lloyd
Kristen Lloyd
Workplace Experience Lead
Volvo Cars
Kristen Lloyd

Kristen Lloyd

Workplace Experience Lead, Volvo Cars

Kristen Lloyd
11:20 - 11:50 Day 1

AI’s role in wellbeing and workplace experience

How can AI technology be used to improve employee experience and workplace culture? We will be sharing the workplace technologies that allow teams to work more collaboratively and individually.

> AI, employment experience and workplace culture
> How does AI work rather than replacing people
> Step change in AI policies

Speaker

Eugene Farrell
Eugene Farrell
Eugene Farrell
Mental Health & Wellbeing Specialist
EAP Association
Eugene Farrell

Eugene Farrell

Mental Health & Wellbeing Specialist, EAP Association

Eugene Farrell
12:00 – 12:45 Day 1

Designing sustainable workplaces – the link to ESG

With the growing focus on ESG goals and net zero targets, organisations are looking at the sustainability of their buildings, not just as a choice, but as a strategic priority to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world when it comes to employee health and productivity.This session will share insights into best practice approaches to sustainable office design and innovations for 2025.

> The growing importance of sustainable office design
> How to create the most sustainable office building
> Understanding how working practices impact sustainability 
> Key steps that organisations need to measure the link to ESG

Speakers

Mike Povey
Mike Povey
Mike Povey
Vice President - Corporate Services
VISA
Mike Povey

Mike Povey

Vice President - Corporate Services, VISA

Mike Povey
Chris Moriaty
Chris Moriaty
Chris Moriaty
Co-founder
Audiem
Chris Moriaty

Chris Moriaty

Co-founder, Audiem

Chris MoriatyBiography to follow.
Robert Schmidt
Robert Schmidt
Robert Schmidt
Head of Health & Safety
The Arts Club
Robert Schmidt

Robert Schmidt

Head of Health & Safety, The Arts Club

Robert Schmidt
Esme Banks-Marr
Esme Banks-Marr
Esme Banks-Marr
Strategy Director
BVN Architecture
Esme Banks-Marr

Esme Banks-Marr

Strategy Director, BVN Architecture

Esme Banks-Marr
14:00 – 14:40 Day 1

Panel: Leveraging the power of data to bring the ‘people and place’ worlds together

Employee experience data should play a crucial role in leadership decision-making, but often it doesn't. Employees are quite often the most expensive line item on an organisation’s P&L, yet what they actually need to thrive and succeed in their work is often unknown and sometimes ignored.

> The type of data needed to understand what employees need 
> The positive outcomes that can result from getting this right
> Maximising outcomes for the business and employee experience for the employee
> Using data to define and measure the impact of your workplace strategy
> Insights onto what data says and what to do with it

Speakers

Allison English
Allison English
Allison English
Co-CEO
Aéto Strategy
Allison English

Allison English

Co-CEO, Aéto Strategy

Allison EnglishAllison English is the Co-CEO of Aéto Strategy, which she co-founded in August 2024. Prior to that, she was Deputy CEO at Leesman for over four years. Her key achievements include helping organisations improve workplace experience for millions of employees around the world, achieving B Corp Certification, tripling revenue, and a successful trade sale in 2022. 
Chris Moriaty
Chris Moriaty
Chris Moriaty
Co-founder
Audiem
Chris Moriaty

Chris Moriaty

Co-founder, Audiem

Chris MoriatyBiography to follow.
Fred Perez
Fred Perez
Fred Perez
Senior Facilities Manager
Kennedys
Fred Perez

Fred Perez

Senior Facilities Manager, Kennedys

Fred PerezBiography to follow.
14:50 – 15:20 Day 1

Why work a 5-day week when you can work a 4-day week?

The four-day work week is now more relevant than ever as Labour pushes forward with a promise to make flexible work a guaranteed right from day one. But how can employers be sure that the four-day week won't mean reduced productivity? This session looks at how productivity at work and how to measure it is ultimately linked to the workplace design and the workplace experience of employees.

> Do we need a 4 day week?
> How do you trial it initially with no loss of pay
> How to meet our regulatory and compliance requirements

Speakers

Maud Santamaria
Maud Santamaria
Maud Santamaria
Global Workplace & Corporate Real Estate Director
GWI
Maud Santamaria

Maud Santamaria

Global Workplace & Corporate Real Estate Director, GWI

Maud SantamariaMaud Santamaria is Global Workplace and Corporate Real Estate Director at GWI in the UK, where she is an experienced workplace and FM consultant.

Sam Hunt
Sam Hunt
Sam Hunt
Business Network Coordinator
4 Day Week Campaign
Sam Hunt

Sam Hunt

Business Network Coordinator, 4 Day Week Campaign

Sam HuntBiography to follow.
Mark Eltringham
Mark Eltringham
Publisher
Works Magazine

Mark Eltringham

Publisher, Works Magazine

Mark Eltringham
15:25 – 16:05 Day 1

Panel: Designing neuroinclusive workplaces

Work environments today need to be designed to be inclusive for all. But to be inclusive we need to embrace design principles that aid in accommodating various personality traits, work styles and neurotypes. Spaces today need to reflect the diverse makeup of organisations. Not only is designing to be inclusive the right thing to do, there is a compelling business case for it as well. Join us as we share the findings to date, some case studies of clients that have designed for inclusion, and to understand how we can design a more neuroinclusive community.

> Is neuroinclusive design the key to creating inclusive workplaces where everyone can thrive?
> Key factors that are impacting neurodivergents in the building environment 
> Develop design strategies to address the key impact factors 
> How we can design a more neuroinclusive community

Speakers

Kay Sargent
Kay Sargent
Kay Sargent
Senior Principal - Director of Workplace
HOK
Kay Sargent

Kay Sargent

Senior Principal - Director of Workplace, HOK

Kay SargentKay Sargent is a Principal and the Director of Thought Leadership in HOK’s Interiors group. With a passion for using design to transform how and where people work, she spends her days (and many nights) working with clients on workplace strategy and design. Based in Washington, D.C., Kay leads project teams that solve clients’ business and organizational challenges related to real estate business process, strategic planning, workplace strategy and change management. She collaborates with organizations ranging from tech startups to Fortune 500 companies to optimize their real estate portfolios and create the most innovative work experiences. Kay is a member of the International Interior Design Association’s College of Fellows, a select body of designers whose work has significantly influenced the profession. The American Society of Interior Designers also has honoured Kay with its highest award, naming her a “Designer of Distinction” whose body of work represents excellence in interior design.  
Dr Kate Gaudion
Dr Kate Gaudion
Dr Kate Gaudion
Designer
Royal Academy of Arts
Dr Kate Gaudion

Dr Kate Gaudion

Designer, Royal Academy of Arts

Dr Kate GaudionKatie Gaudion, PhD, is a design consultant and senior research associate at The Helen Hamlyn Centre for Design, an inclusive design research centre at the Royal College of Art in London. Her work focuses on collaborating with neurodivergent individuals to improve their daily experiences, a journey she navigates daily as a neurodivergent person.

Giovanna Jagger
Giovanna Jagger
Giovanna Jagger
Global Development
IWBI
Giovanna Jagger

Giovanna Jagger

Global Development, IWBI

Giovanna JaggerGiovanna Jagger brings over 15 years’ experience working in business development and sustainability to IWBI. She has an extensive understanding of industry and reporting requirements, having worked closely with organisations around the world to map strategic objectives to leading frameworks. In 2020, Giovanna’s leadership was recognised when she was named one of the 10 Most Influential Women in Tech.
Nicola Gillen
Nicola Gillen
Nicola Gillen
EMEA Lead for Total Workplace
Cushman & Wakefield
Nicola Gillen

Nicola Gillen

EMEA Lead for Total Workplace, Cushman & Wakefield

Nicola GillenNicola Gillen is the EMEA Lead for Total Workplace at Cushman & Wakefield, where she specialises in the relationship between design, people, behaviour and the built environment. An architect, author and teacher, Nicola draws from 25 years’ experience delivering design development advice to developers and workplace strategy to occupiers internationally. Nicola is a BCO National Judge. She is also a regular conference speaker and author of three books.

Alison Kilby
Alison Kilby
Alison Kilby
Associate Director
ARUP
Alison Kilby

Alison Kilby

Associate Director, ARUP

Alison KilbyAlison Kilby is a Chartered Engineer and the Arup Workplace Advisory lead who collaborated with HOK in delivering transformative workplace for Arup in Birmingham. She also provides engineering design across the property sector to ensure the interior design principles of refurbishment or new build spaces are complemented by the servicing and acoustic designs to truly provide spaces to suit the diverse workforce.

DAY TWO

10:05 – 10:30 Day 2

Keynote:The healthiest building in the world?

In this case study session our speaker will share how they have opened their new HQ with the ambition of being the healthiest building in the world. 

> How do you create one of the healthiest workplaces in the world?
> Leading the delivery of an innovative workplace focused on health and performance
> Understand how workplace design impacts health and wellbeing

10:45 – 11:15 Day 2

Back to the office… or not? Unlocking the potential of remote work

The need to foster a more connected and productive workforce in today’s evolving landscape is now more apparent than ever. But many are still struggling to make remote working work for everyone. Discover how the practices outlined below could enhance employee wellbeing and boost engagement.

> Retaining a work-from-anywhere policy
> The new ways of working 
> Virtual work options

11:20 - 11:50 Day 2

Workplace design and productivity – the art of balancing the two together

Businesses now know that workplace design and productivity are undoubtedly linked, the next stage is looking at how they need to be balanced.

> The evolution of the office and management thinking
> How does your organisation deal with productivity in the workplace?
> The measurement of productivity - can we prove it? 

Speakers

Steve Wright
Steve Wright
Steve Wright
Director of Workplace Design & Change Management
GSK
Steve Wright

Steve Wright

Director of Workplace Design & Change Management, GSK

Steve Wright
Ana Stanojevic
Ana Stanojevic
Ana Stanojevic
Principal & Practice Group Manager - Workplace
Arcadis
Ana Stanojevic

Ana Stanojevic

Principal & Practice Group Manager - Workplace, Arcadis

Ana Stanojevic
Chris Moriaty
Chris Moriaty
Chris Moriaty
Co-founder
Audiem
Chris Moriaty

Chris Moriaty

Co-founder, Audiem

Chris MoriatyBiography to follow.
12:00 - 12:45 Day 2

Panel: People-centric office design – balancing employee wants and needs

There is a growing trend for FM teams to sit in the people/HR department rather than focusing solely on their role in design. Our speakers will assess whether this is a signal that the way organisations are thinking about the workplace is becoming more people and performance focused rather than cost based. Our speakers will outline the essential ingredients of workplace designs that meet individual needs and boost employee engagement, retention and wellbeing.

> Individual initiatives vs creating the right environment
> Healthy workplace designs - where they can be effective
> Designing workplace experience well

Speakers

Brad Taylor
Brad Taylor
People Strategy & Workplace Experience Consultant
AWA (Advanced Workplace Associates)

Brad Taylor

People Strategy & Workplace Experience Consultant, AWA (Advanced Workplace Associates)

Brad TaylorBrad Taylor is a senior HR and OD specialist, with significant experience in the not-for-profit/professional membership association and retail banking sectors. He advises CEOs, Boards and senior HR professionals on how to gain strategic advantage through effective people and workplace strategies, organisational wellbeing and change programmes. Brad has led HR and OD teams to deliver ambitious and successful people strategies, joint ventures, organisational redesign and workplace transformation. He is a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD, where I was also previously People, OD and Workplace Director.

Helen Bradbury
Helen Bradbury
Helen Bradbury
Chief People Officer
E.ON
Helen Bradbury

Helen Bradbury

Chief People Officer, E.ON

Helen Bradbury
Joshua Reynolds
Joshua Reynolds
Joshua Reynolds
Strategy & Communities Lead - Workplace Experience
Lloyds Bank
Joshua Reynolds

Joshua Reynolds

Strategy & Communities Lead - Workplace Experience, Lloyds Bank

Joshua Reynolds
Jeff Dewing
Jeff Dewing
Jeff Dewing
CEO
Cloud
Jeff Dewing

Jeff Dewing

CEO, Cloud

Jeff DewingJeff Dewing is the CEO of Cloud & Mindsett, an International Energiser, Top 50 Workplace Leader and the No.1 best-selling business author of Doing the Opposite. Cloud’s tech has disrupted a £200 billion industry and they’ve been named Queens Award winner for Innovation (2019) and a global leader in IoT-enabled predictive maintenance by Gartner. Jeff’s first business went bankrupt, leaving only £7.60 in his bank account, while also relying on benefits. Jeff refused to give up. Instead, he turned his life around, learnt to code and started Cloud from his garden shed. He built it from the ground up to a £70M turnover without a penny of investment. Jeff has since worked with some of the world’s biggest brands, including Tui, Pizza Express, Chiltern Railways and The Rank Group. He has contributed to several television segments, radio shows, podcasts and online and printed media publications including The Times, Financial Times, BBC, and Fast Company, among others.
14:00 – 14:30 Day 2

Case Study: Journey of no budget for workplace innovations in experience

In the dynamic world of workplace design, the pursuit of innovation is constant, as modern workplaces continually explore avenues to enhance productivity, foster creativity, and elevate employee satisfaction. But what if your budgets won't stretch to cover extensive renovation or reinvention? This session explores what can be done if you have less to invest.

> Rightsizing amenities to drive higher ROI and cost savings
> Enabling agility and collaboration

14:35 – 15:15 Day 2

Panel: Mind the workplace gap – from boomers to zoomers

As the workforce becomes more generationally diverse, it’s crucial for HR and facilities management leaders to work together to create environments that cater to the varying needs of all employees - whatever their age and lifestage. Focusing on the workplace environment and what surrounds us - find out how to deliver long-lasting success to the different demographics of your workforce.

> What the next generation are looking for from their workplace
> Boosting employee engagement, productivity, and resilience across different generations
> Creating a workplace that caters to the varying wellbeing needs of all employees 

Speakers

Claire Odgers
Claire Odgers
Claire Odgers
Corporate Services and Real Estate Regional Manager EMEA
Millennium Capital Partners
Claire Odgers

Claire Odgers

Corporate Services and Real Estate Regional Manager EMEA, Millennium Capital Partners

Claire Odgers
Emily Warren
Emily Warren
Emily Warren
Director - Inclusion, Diversity & Wellbeing
Avanade
Emily Warren

Emily Warren

Director - Inclusion, Diversity & Wellbeing, Avanade

Emily WarrenEmily Warren is Avanade's first Global Wellbeing Lead and is responsible for developing and implementing Avanade's Well-being strategy across 26 countries and 17,000+ employees. Her personal experience with burnout led her to establish Avanade's first cohort of mental health allies and initiated her move into HR. She collaborates with senior leaders to develop advocates and create a culture of well-being, integrating it into the Employee Experience, and shaping processes, policies and benefits. Emily's efforts have transformed well-being within Avanade, making it a strategic company priority, integrating it into Avanade's responsible business approach, and creating alignment with citizenship, sustainability, and inclusion initiatives. Through her leadership, Avanade has implemented a new training programme for managers and committed to training them in leading for well-being. A strong advocate for mental health and sharing stories, she has been recognized externally for her efforts. Her own journey has made her a thought leader and driving force behind Avanade's commitment to well-being for all its employees worldwide.

Alex Smith
Alex Smith
Alex Smith
Category Leader - Wellbeing, Earning and Learning
Unidays
Alex Smith

Alex Smith

Category Leader - Wellbeing, Earning and Learning, Unidays

Alex Smith