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Skip to main content Menu * Home * Visit * Why visit * Co-located events * When & where * 2024 Floorplan * Highlights 2023 * FAQs * Contact Us * Exhibit * Why exhibit * Who attends * Book a stand * Download sales brochure * 2024 Floorplan * What's on * Seminars & summit * Theatre Overview * Networking * The Emerging Leaders * Social Enterprise Village * IWFM * The Workplace Data Census * Co-located events * Exhibitors * Exhibitor List * Products * News * Seminars * Theatres Overview * Agenda * Leaders Top 50 * Class of 2024 * 2024 Celebration Party * 2023 Alumni * Top 50 2023 Highlights * Judges * Supporters * Leaders Top 50 Judges * Partners & Supporters Menu * Home * Visit * Why visit * Co-located events * When & where * 2024 Floorplan * Highlights 2023 * FAQs * Contact Us * Exhibit * Why exhibit * Who attends * Book a stand * Download sales brochure * 2024 Floorplan * What's on * Seminars & summit * Theatre Overview * Networking * The Emerging Leaders * Social Enterprise Village * IWFM * The Workplace Data Census * Co-located events * Exhibitors * Exhibitor List * Products * News * Seminars * Theatres Overview * Agenda * Leaders Top 50 * Class of 2024 * 2024 Celebration Party * 2023 Alumni * Top 50 2023 Highlights * Judges * Supporters * Leaders Top 50 Judges * Partners & Supporters 30 April - 2 May 2024 | NEC Birmingham * Home * Visit * Why visit * Co-located events * When & where * 2024 Floorplan * Highlights 2023 * FAQs * Contact Us * Exhibit * Why exhibit * Who attends * Book a stand * Download sales brochure * 2024 Floorplan * What's on * Seminars & summit * Theatre Overview * Networking * The Emerging Leaders * Social Enterprise Village * IWFM * The Workplace Data Census * Co-located events * Exhibitors * Exhibitor List * Products * News * * Seminars * Theatres Overview * Agenda * Leaders Top 50 * Class of 2024 * 2024 Celebration Party * 2023 Alumni * Top 50 2023 Highlights * Judges * Supporters * Leaders Top 50 Judges * Partners & Supporters * REGISTER YOUR INTEREST * BOOK A STAND 8 - 10 April 2025 NEC, Birmingham EXHIBITOR ZONE * LinkedIn * Twitter * Facebook * WhatsApp * TikTok * Search * Home * Visit * Why visit * Co-located events * When & where * 2024 Floorplan * Highlights 2023 * FAQs * Contact Us * Exhibit * Why exhibit * Who attends * Book a stand * Download sales brochure * 2024 Floorplan * What's on * Seminars & summit * Theatre Overview * Networking * The Emerging Leaders * Social Enterprise Village * IWFM * The Workplace Data Census * Co-located events * Exhibitors * Exhibitor List * Products * News * Seminars * Theatres Overview * Agenda * Leaders Top 50 * Class of 2024 * 2024 Celebration Party * 2023 Alumni * Top 50 2023 Highlights * Judges * * Supporters * Leaders Top 50 Judges * Partners & Supporters * REGISTER YOUR INTEREST * BOOK A STAND AGENDA AGENDA Free to attend, we are offering THREE theatres of forward-thinking content to help you upskill and accelerate your workplace and FM strategies. With a mixture of presentations, panel discussions, hackathons, and interactive workshops, we have a jam-packed agenda to maximise your time at The Workplace Event. Loading * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing * Workplace Leaders Summit * Social Enterprise Village * 30 Apr 2024 * 01 May 2024 * 02 May 2024 10:30 1. Are we under-valuing soft FM skills in leadership – the impact on diversity, wellbeing & profitability The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing This session will explore why Hard FM has historically been the main route to leadership within the TFM space, and whether we are missing out on some key skills by ignoring Soft FM talent. They will also discuss whether the focus on Hard FM in leadership is a reason for the large gender divide, and how that impacts on company diversity, employee wellbeing, and business profitability. Colin Kimber, Operations Director - Pareto FM Sharon Slinger, Director - Constructing Rainbows Regi Taylor, Associate Director Real Estate and Diversity & Inclusion (EMEA & ROW) - Kyowa Kirin International Plc 2. Optimising real estate with portfolio strategy The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital This session dives into how companies can leverage their key data to ensure their real estate portfolio strategy supports their long-term business needs and goals, whether they are growing or contracting, and prepares their office space for the future of work. Ross Leibowitz, Senior Director - Tango 3. Panel discussion: What makes the commute worth it? Workplace Leaders Summit 55 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit Exploring what organisations need to consider for working in the new normal. What should be our approach to hybrid, now it's here to stay?' How does this impact collaboration, learning, different generations and a host of other questions will be explored in this user-led panel on magnetising the office. Tim Allen, UK Hub Lead & Advisory Board Member - IFMA Workplace Evolutionaries Rachel Edwards, Workplace Futures Lead, Development - Lendlease Jo Williams, Client Relationship and Communications Manager - Motion Spot Rachel Slade, Head of Change and Transformation - Baker McKenzie LLP Fiona Anderson, Workplace Director - Aberley Ali Khan, CEO - Shape Global 11:00 1. What are social enterprises and how do they deliver social value? Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This session will explore the definition and business models of social enterprises – businesses with a social or environmental purpose. Participants will gain insights into how partnering with social enterprises can contribute to the Social Value created by their organization’s everyday business spend. Michael Amos, MD - Waste To Wonder Colin Downie, Sales & Partnership Director - WildHearts Group Sofia Nibali - Social Enterprise UK 11:15 1. Biohacking techniques for a sustainable, productive workforce The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing Join this session with Jasmine Eskenzi, who has helped more than 80k people worldwide to boost both well-being and performance using powerful bio hacks for a sustainable workplace of the future Jasmine Eskenzi, Founder & CEO - The Zensory 2. Leveraging AI to address the skills shortage, enhance the employee experience, and deliver a clean and safe workplace The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital In this customer deep dive, learn how a leading FM provider, PHS, was able to optimize their mobile workforce at scale using AI-powered technology. By doing so, they have overcome recruitment and retention challenges - resulting in improvements in employee quality of life and increased margins all while delivering a superior workplace experience for their customers. Mark Brewer, Vice President of Service Industries - IFS Stephen Male, Head of Logistics - PHS 11:30 1. Panel discussion: Hybrid harmony: Crafting the future workplace - strategies for adapting and thriving in a dynamic environment Workplace Leaders Summit 45 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit Explore the future of hybrid working with our expert panel discussion! Join them for an insightful conversation where industry leaders will share their perspectives on navigating the evolving landscape of work. Discover practical strategies for businesses to adapt and transform their workplace environments and gain first-hand insights from experts who have mastered the art of hybrid working. This engaging panel promises valuable takeaways for businesses looking to thrive in the new era of work. Tom Woodley, Corporate Sales Director - YourWorkspace Hannah Wilson, Senior Lecturer & DBA Programme Manager - Liverpool John Moores University Harsha Kotak, Founder - Women in Office Design Monica Parker, Founder - HATCH Analytics 11:45 1. Social enterprise showcase Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This social enterprise showcase aims to connect buyers with leading social enterprise suppliers who are changing the world through socially driven products and services. David Parks, Managing Director - The Skill Mill Tim Landreth, Business Development Manager - Nuneaton Signs Stacey Bee, Director of Strategic Accounts - Encore Environment Steve Silverwood, Managing Director - Planet First Energy 12:00 1. How technology can close the wellbeing gap in the workplace The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital Leaders are increasingly acknowledging the significant impact of work on well-being and are adopting a more comprehensive strategy towards human sustainability. Join William as he highlights how technology can play a role in fostering a more productive and engaged workforce, whilst exploring innovative solutions that employers can use to bridge the gap in mental, physical, and emotional well-being within the ever-evolving modern workplace - all whilst helping the bottom line. William Porter, Corporate Sales Director - Workabout 2. How to get culture right – a practical guide for culture catalysts The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing This session will explore how organisations are developing purpose driven, value based, transformational and person-centred cultures. It will offer a proven cultural blueprint to help you achieve the necessary transformational change. David Liddle, CEO - The TCM Group and President of the People and Culture Association (PCA) 12:30 1. Keynote: Wellbeing and productivity: A journey through the experiences of an entrepreneur who has her employees’ wellbeing at the heart of the business. Workplace Leaders Summit 45 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit COOK has a philosophy of fostering a supportive environment where colleagues feel valued and turning the daily work routine into a collaborative journey of shared successes and positive vibes. In this keynote, Rosie will share her outlook and how a positive approach, and a host of different initiatives, such as the RAW Talent programme, have contributed to COOK’s high productivity and success. Rosie Brown, Co-CEO - COOK 12:45 1. Data led management in FM - a friend or a foe? The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital With the rise of advanced analytics solutions such as ML and AI components, building owners and facilitators are actively looking for ways to improve the performance and maintenance practices of their buildings through data analytics to make informed engineering decisions. However, over 70% of technology deployment ends in disarray. Is it due to misconception? Poor choice technology? Or something more? Laxmi Vajravel, Building Performance Director - BGIS Chris Howlett, Chief Smart Systems Engineer - BGIS 2. How to create an inclusive destination office The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing Join Becky for a deep dive into the heart of inclusive workplace design as Becky Turner takes the stage! In this session, Becky Turner, Claremont's in-house workplace Psychologist, will dissect two real-life examples of inclusive workplace transformations delivered by Claremont. Becky Turner, Workplace Psychologist - Claremont Group 13:15 1. Global perspectives on hybrid work and innovation in the office: variations, rationales, and long-term implications Workplace Leaders Summit 60 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit This session dives deep into a comprehensive analysis of the diverse strategies employed by major global organisations in embracing hybrid work models. Exploring distinctions across regions, we elucidate the underlying rationales and articulate the long-term implications of this dynamic shift in contemporary workplace dynamics. Attend this session for an insightful exploration of the strategic changes adopted by leading companies in reshaping the landscape of modern work. Chris Wiegeraad, Commercial Director - GoBright Vanessa Thomas, Facilities Workplace Services Manager - Admiral Group Plc Kyle Everitt, Facilities Change Manager - Admiral Group Plc 13:30 1. Discover Untapped Energy savings in your Commercial Estate The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital Studies show plug-in or small power accounts for >25% of electrical use in commercial buildings, but the capability to monitor and control this power on a granular level does not currently exist. The ... Mark Waddington, Head of Connected Power UKI - Honeywell 2. Inclusive spaces, happy faces The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing In this session we'll look at the many ways inclusive design can create compelling employee experiences. We'll explore how a strategic, people-focussed approach to workplace design can improve wellbeing, raise productivity, foster innovation and bulletproof your company culture. Sarah Pasquall, Creative Lead - Interaction UK 3. Tackling modern slavery through supply chains Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This session will look to raise awareness of modern slavery within supply chains, industries, markets, and communities - highlighting mitigation work through education and training - and share best practices with industry in mitigating risks relating to modern slavery. Michael Amos, MD - Waste To Wonder Anthony Hanley, Senior Vice President Supply Chain Compliance - Alcumus Bryn Frere-Smith, Founder - Blue Bear Coffee Madeline Fitton, Head of Growth - Sodexo 14:15 1. Data unleashed: navigating the changing needs of our office spaces with workplace analytics and insights. The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital Data analytics in the workplace is a game-changer, especially for forecasting building utilisation to facilitate hybrid work, resulting in substantial cost savings and carbon footprint reduction. Matt Bailey, Workplace Analytics Specialist - Matrix Booking 2. How can you create a period positive workplace? The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing Menstrual wellbeing is a key pillar of health; however, this is often overlooked in the workplace. In this session, we will explore the significance of creating a period positive work environment and offer guidance on how to get started. Kiley Yale, Head of Sales - TOTM 3. Social enterprise showcase Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This social enterprise showcase aims to connect buyers with leading social enterprise suppliers who are changing the world through socially driven products and services. Georgie Nicholson, Partnerships and Contracts Manager - Hey Girls Guy Monson, Co-founder - One Sky Christian Johansen, Head of Sales - NEMI Teas 14:30 1. Panel discussion: AI in the workplace: Managing spaces and performance Workplace Leaders Summit 55 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit The panel will discuss how AI can help manage workspaces and our overall performance and will further look at how we can harness new technology so that it works for us. Tim Allen, UK Hub Lead & Advisory Board Member - IFMA Workplace Evolutionaries Andrew Knight, Global Data and Tech Lead - RICS Stuart Pugh, Chief Product Officer - ActiveOps Ravi Lakhani, Head of Smart Solutions - Cordless Consultants John Hilderbrands, VP Solution Engineering - Eptura 15:00 1. Six key ways to improve your agile and home workers The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing This session will explore how to spot and avoid the common mistakes made by home and agile workers. Oliver Jones, Technical Executive - Back Care Solutions 2. The unseen magic of smart workplace technology The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital Dive into the realm of smart workplace technology and discover how it's reshaping traditional office spaces. Join us for an insightful exploration of the benefits that integrated office tech brings to staff and workplace teams. Let's make the commute worth it again! Sam Walton, Global Industry Marketing Manager - Iconics 15:30 1. UNHINGED: the true challenge of inclusion strategy Workplace Leaders Summit 30 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit Unleash the power of thought with 'Unhinged,' where three dynamic panels converge to unravel societal norms. 'Unhinged' isn't just a discussion; it's a catalyst for change, pushing boundaries and fostering a progressive dialogue that dares to reimagine a world unbound by stereotypes. Andrew Hulbert, Vice Chair - Pareto FM Simone Fenton-Jarvis, Group Director of Workplace Consultancy and Transformation - The Human-Centric Workplace Emma Armstrong, Managing Director - Empro Business Group Colin Kimber, Operations Director - Pareto FM Louie-Mae Gibson, Estate Director / Chair of the Gender Equality Board - Knight Frank Promise 15:40 1. Building a sustainable future: workplace health and wellbeing The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing Maintaining a healthy and happy workforce is crucial for any organisation, and sustainability is at the forefront of many business decisions. This session discusses the benefits of promoting physical and mental health, fostering a positive work environment, and implementing sustainable practices to ensure long-term success. Karl Ward, Managing Director - ORS UK 2. Employee-Centric Workplace: Recipe for Success The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital Join the Spica team to discuss harnessing the power and value of data to drive workplace transformation. Gain valuable insights into leveraging people-centric and building-centric data to optimise employee experience and organisational outcomes. From implementing technology-driven solutions and leveraging insightful data , this session will provide actionable guidance for creating an exceptional employee workplace experience that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and measurable results. Paul Mundy, Senior Business Development Manager - Spica Technologies Simon Hilton, Head of Business Development - Spica Technologies 10:15 1. Driving down energy use in the workplace Workplace Leaders Summit 30 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit For almost 20 years there has been a focus on reducing workplace energy use, initially to save costs, but more recently because most of us are on a journey towards net zero for our buildings and beyond. The key to optimising energy is increasing visibility of energy use so that you can get accurate data. Then turning that data into actions. Take away the passion and the knowledge to transform your energy plans and achieve net zero earlier than you thought possible. Jason Clark, Executive Director - Regional Head of Property Management - UBS 10:30 1. Make your space reflect your culture, not someone else's The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing Discover the transformative impact of aligning your workplace with your company's unique identity. IWFM's Workspace Special Interest Group will help the audience uncover practical strategies to cultivate a workspace that fosters innovation, collaboration, and a thriving organisational culture. Claire Hollister, Deputy Chair \\ Change Consultant - IWFM \\ Hollister Consulting Ryan Trowbridge, Workplace Specialist \\ Workplace Consultant - IWFM \\ Yellow Canary 2. Your carpark: An opportunity to reduce staff frustration, overheads and scope 3 emissions The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital Unlock the full potential of your carpark and deliver tangible benefits that will improve your workplace experience. Learn how this untapped resource can be more efficiently managed to reduce costs while improving employee satisfaction – and the surprising way it can help reduce your scope 3 emissions. Oliver Sherrington-Roberts, VP of Product & Operations - Raedam 10:55 1. Keynote: Decoding the latest people and workplace patterns, trends, and insights Workplace Leaders Summit 25 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit Phil Davitt, SVP Global Professional Services - Eptura 11:00 1. Social enterprise showcase Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This social enterprise showcase aims to connect buyers with leading social enterprise suppliers who are changing the world through socially driven products and services. Camilla Marcus-Dew, Co-founder - Amplify Goods Catherine Ramsden, Founding Director - Useful Simple Trust Mark Hand, Sector Director - Mobilityways 11:15 1. The art of talent acquisition: Pioneering HR techniques for 2024 The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital As AI is reshaping the job market, are we prepared to redefine what it means to be an 'ideal candidate'? With the fast growth of different work arrangements (hybrid, remote), how can we transform our approach to talent acquisition to thrive in a boundaryless talent pool? William Smith, Sales Engineering Manager - HiBob Olivia Dowsett, Sales Engineer/Solution Consultant - HiBob 2. Transforming HR to create an energised workplace The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing HR is the architect of the systems of work, linking with CRE/FM to create physical spaces to deliver that. How do we transform the work and place experience? Perry Timms - author of Transformational HR and The Energized Workplace - explores how we can bring place and systems together to design workplaces where people flourish. Perry Timms, Founder and Chief Energy Officer - PTHR 11:30 1. Employee engagement: Challenging assumptions with data Workplace Leaders Summit 35 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit We would all love to be able to navigate the uncertainties in the workplace with accurate robust data. This speech will dive deep into the data collection required to create a satisfying workplace for all. Chris Moriarty, Co-Founder & Director - Audiem 11:45 1. Social enterprises and the 'S' in 'ESG' Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This session will focus on how social enterprises can help businesses generate a positive social impact as part of their supply chain and therefore contribute to a holistic approach to ESG strategies. Jamie Palmer, Co-Founder & CEO - Social Supermarket Nick Slack, Key Account Manager - WildHearts Group 12:00 1. Driving Success Through Innovate UK’s Business Growth Support: A Tech Business's Journey to a Digital Catapult Grant The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital Explore the compelling case study of a technology business that, with the hands-on support of the Innovate UK Business Growth team, successfully secured a coveted Digital Catapult grant. This presentation will detail the targeted strategies and steadfast guidance that paved the way for this significant achievement, highlighting the transformative power of dedicated support in the tech industry. Jude Hough, Entrepreneur / Innovation and Growth Specialist - Innovate UK Business Growth Rakesh Parekh, Innovation & Growth Client Engagement - Innovate UK Business Growth 2. Revive and thrive with breathwork The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing Join this interactive session and discover why breathing is the hot new wellness trend taking the world by storm! During this workshop you will learn how to harness the power of your breath to reduce stress, boost resilience and elevate both productivity and happiness. You will also have the opportunity to experience a guided breathwork session that will leave you feeling energised and centred and ready to make the most of your conference experience. Karen Farrell, Founder - Mindful Station 12:15 1. Real-life ESG reporting across the supply chain: A case study Workplace Leaders Summit 30 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit Developing a robust ESG reporting system that will give you the data insights you need now and in the future. Kristen Lloyd, Workplace Experience Lead - Volvo Cars 12:45 1. Creating better customer experiences through first-rate facilities management The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital In this session, you will discover how FM digitisation helped three well-known brands create exceptional customer & employee experiences, improve collaboration and extract financial rewards. Oliver Ridgwell, Vice President EMEA - Nuvolo 2. Workplace wellbeing, without the energy waste The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing This session will cover ways to accommodate the energy management and cost reduction targets without losing sight of employee performance and well-being. Franck Crosnier, Energy Management Director - BGIS UK & Europe 12:55 1. Realising the role of FM and net zero Workplace Leaders Summit 45 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit The recent IWFM Sustainability Survey Report 2023 Win for planet and profit: trust WFMs more and ROI less highlights the role of FMs in delivering against net zero ambitions and provides several approaches for overcoming the intent-action gap. Join this panel discussion to hear more about the challenges, opportunities and ambitions for the FM profession and sector in achieving sustainability goals and realising their full change agent potential. The panel will share their different perspectives, experiences and explore the agency, opportunities and the ‘how to’ of overcoming barriers, against a backdrop of a fast-changing world. Sofie Hooper, Head of Policy & Research - IWFM Amelle Mestari, Procurement & CSR Director - Equans Sunil Shah, Director - Acclaro Advisory & SFMI 13:30 1. Designing offices to enhance wellbeing and performance The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing Using the principles set out in his last book “The Workplace Zoo: Humanising the Office” and his latest research, Dr Oseland will present pertinent environmental and evolutionary psychology theories and how they can be applied to create working environments that enhance occupant wellbeing and performance. The productivity/value equation, environmental conditions, personality, motivation, biophilia and personal factors (designing for the range rather than the average) are just some of the key elements that inform effective and enticing workplace design but are often ignored. Nigel Oseland, Workplace Consultant, Psychologist, and Principal - Workplace Unlimited 2. Smart transitions: Navigating the future of hybrid workspaces with adaptive management, technology integration and hybrid innovation The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital Join us as Tom explores the seamless integration of smart technologies and hybrid innovations into the modern workplace, transforming how we collaborate and operate. Gain insights into the strategies behind this transition and understand the impact on efficiency and employee experience. Tom Woodley, Corporate Sales Director - YourWorkspace 3. Social impact procurement and the climate emergency Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This session will explore how businesses and organisations can leverage their purchasing power to support social enterprises that are actively engaged in environmental sustainability and climate action. Michael Amos, MD - Waste To Wonder Lee Taylor, Sustainability Manager - University of East London Chloe Andrews, Customer Sustainability Manager - Lyreco 13:50 1. Keynote: How workplace solutions can help build world class winning teams and foster cultural success. Workplace Leaders Summit 30 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit Matt Dawson, Ambassador - Sodexo 14:15 1. Beyond the bathroom The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing Join Elisabeth as she shares the latest insights and challenges faced by our clients in shaping the workplace of the future and how a menstrual health policy benefits an organisation beyond the bathroom. Elisabeth Dewey, Co-founder & COO - Organic Mondays 2. Driving the business forward through innovative FM tech The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital As budgets become tighter and organisations are forced to become leaner, we consider how FM technology can support FM tactics and operations through generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and lean FM systems that serve as virtual intelligent resources. Richard Davies, Managing Director - Evbex 3. Social enterprise showcase Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This social enterprise showcase aims to connect buyers with leading social enterprise suppliers who are changing the world through socially driven products and services. Chris Baker, Founder - Serious Natalie King-Barnard, Head of Sales and Marketing - Green Machine Computers Georgie Murray, Brand & Impact Partnerships Lead - Belu 14:30 1. Greening the city: Sustainability for social impact Workplace Leaders Summit 45 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit Bringing together a panel of passionate collaborators who are changing the way business and non-profits are working together to create sustainable projects for social impact in the City of London. What is the workplace impact and how can you take away some of their lessons learned? Esme Banks Marr, Strategy Director Work + Place - BVN Architecture Lady Lucy French, CEO - Fleet Street Quarter BID Oliver Hunt, Development Director - Landsec Taz Khan, CEO & Founder - London's Community Kitchen Mark Williams, Head of Corporate Services EMEA - Barings 15:00 1. Design with impact The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing Everyone talks about how work is changing. Let’s talk about what to do about it. We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to redefine the workplace. MillerKnoll's approach addresses the human needs of employees to improve their wellbeing, foster a sense of community and connection, and help organizations navigate, prepare and design for change. Mark Catchlove, Director Global Insight Group - MillerKnoll 2. The great office comeback: How to make it worth their commute The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital Return-to-office mandates have caused nothing but resentment. So how do you get your team in the office without forcing them? This talk offers key tips for motivating your employees to come into the office for those important in-person moments of collaboration, innovation, and team building. It will also provide examples of companies that have mastered the in-person office experience and show how you can do it too. Shane McGrath, Workplace Solutions Advisor - deskbird 15:25 1. Design for good: Enhancing the environment and the workplace Workplace Leaders Summit 30 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit The lines between work and home are blurring. Climate change is not a debate. As workplace leaders, we have a responsibility to act. How can we create holistic and sustainable business solutions? Deepak Parmar, Design Director - MCM Architecture Paul Fraine, Senior Workplace Manager - Skyscanner 15:40 1. "Getting Britain standing" Celebrating 10 Years combatting the "sitting disease" in the workplace The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing Now entering its 10th Year, Gavin reveals the exhilarating story of the rapid growth and impact of the “Get Britain Standing” campaign. Why has Active Working become a core component of the modern workplace? Key Takeaways * Research summarising the health risks associated with prolonged sitting in the workplace * Key principals of Active Working * Expert Guidance and recommendations, supported by Public Health England * Yo-Yo WELLNESS integrated sit-stand desk and wellness software solution Gavin Bradley, Chief Wellness Officer - Yo-Yo OFFICE 16:00 1. UNHINGED: What it really takes to be an entrepreneur Workplace Leaders Summit 30 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit Unleash the power of thought with 'Unhinged,' where three dynamic panels converge to unravel societal norms. Entrepreneurship takes centre stage, as pioneers share their unfiltered journeys, challenging traditional business paradigms. Andrew Hulbert, Vice Chair - Pareto FM Dominic Ponniah, CEO & Co - Founder - Cleanology Katey Ferguson, Managing Director - Ferguson Resource Group Bianca Angelico, Director / Chief DayMaker - On Verve Sophie Donald, Founder - Zest Marketing 10:30 1. Elevating workplaces: Integrating smart technology and hybrid innovations for sustainable and efficient future environments The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital Discover how cutting-edge smart workplace technology and hybrid innovations can revolutionise your organisation's environmental footprint and operational efficiency. We'll explore how intelligent technologies and innovations can optimise resource usage, reduce waste, and enhance overall sustainability. Joanna Knight, Sustainability Consultant and Co-Founder - The Sustainable Design Collective Tom Woodley, Corporate Sales Director - YourWorkspace 2. Lessons from the retail revolution: Do we still need the office? The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins The change in the approach to work since the pandemic has been seismic, with recruitment challenges, hybrid working and reduction in office attendance being huge concerns for many organisations. We can liken this revolutionary shift to what happened in the retail world: changes in distribution and the rise of technology caused retailers to think that bricks and mortar stores may die. To respond to the challenges, retailers shifted their focus towards quality experiential stores in high grossing locations, vs quantity. Today, we will be exploring several learnings from this revolution that can be applied to the commercial property world. Samantha Jinks, Business Development Director - Woodhouse Workspace 3. Lessons from the Retail Revolution: Do we still need the office? The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing The change in the approach to work since the pandemic has been seismic, with recruitment challenges, hybrid working and reduction in office attendance being huge concerns for many organisations. We can liken this revolutionary shift to what happened in the retail world: changes in distribution and the rise of technology caused retailers to think that bricks and mortar stores may die. To respond to the challenges, retailers shifted their focus towards quality experiential stores in high grossing locations, vs quantity. Today, we will be exploring several learnings from this revolution that can be applied to the commercial property world Samantha Jinks, Business Development Director - Woodhouse Workspace 4. Panel discussion: The strategic workplace leader: Changing roles and opportunities Workplace Leaders Summit 45 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit This panel will share thoughts and ideas around the future role of FM and how we can move seamlessly towards business leadership positions with influence. Chris Moriarty, Co-Founder & Director - Audiem Ana Stanojevic, Workplace Strategy & Development Lead - Nokia Paul Urmston, Area Workplace Manager - Natwest Group Jenny Thomas, Director of Communications & Insight - IWFM Poonam Bharj, RVP (Mid-Market EMEA) - Eptura 11:00 1. Social value and the facilities management sector Social Enterprise Village 30 mins This session will examine the intersection of social impact procurement and facilities management. It will highlight how integrating social enterprises into the procurement processes of the facilities management sector can generate social value through job creation and community development while maintaining efficiency and quality in service delivery. Michael Amos, MD - Waste To Wonder Gemma Lindley, Supply Chain Performance Director - CBRE Leyoh Goodall, VP of Sales - Social Value Portal 2. Social Value and the Facilities Management Sector Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This session will examine the intersection of social impact procurement and facilities management. It will highlight how integrating social enterprises into the procurement processes of the facilities management sector can generate social value through job creation and community development, while maintaining efficiency and quality in service delivery. Michael Amos, MD - Waste To Wonder Gemma Lindley, Supply Chain Performance Director - CBRE Leyoh Goodall, VP of Sales - Social Value Portal 11:15 1. And breathe! Eliminating pathogens and allergens for healthier air in the built environment The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing The world is increasingly focused on indoor, healthy air, by mitigating harmful pathogens and allergens. Core reasons for this concern are: * Indoor air quality is considered one of the EPA’s top 5 health threats * Wellbeing in the workplace is directly linked to attracting best-talent * Recycled air can lead to coughs, illness, and other harmful symptoms * Schools have some of the worst air quality with paediatric asthma rates up 72% * On average we spend 90% of our time indoors We will explore scientific advances in harmful pathogen and allergen reductions. We will share data and findings from our partnership with over 30 top infectious disease researchers set out to create infection resilient environments utilizing the power of nano science. The science based on Coulomb’s law demonstrates that positively charged particles tear apart negatively charge virus, bacteria, and allergens, using a powerful attractive force that captures and eradicates these harmful pathogens and allergens. Sam Chung, Business Development & Product Growth Leader - C-POLAR Technologies Aldrin Or, Co-inventor - C-POLAR Technologies 11:30 1. Keynote: Join a company, leave a boss Workplace Leaders Summit 45 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit This session will discuss the steps needed to build a workplace culture where people want to stay. Jeff Dewing, Group CEO - Cloudfm 11:45 1. Social enterprise showcase Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This social enterprise showcase aims to connect buyers with leading social enterprise suppliers who are changing the world through socially driven products and services. Christy Acton, Founder and CEO - Standing Tall Elysha Paige, Commercial & Development Director - Bloody Good Employers Amie Grice, Business Development Manager - Argonaut Community Enterprises 12:00 1. Identifying gambling harms in the workplace through lived experience The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing Benjamin will be sharing his lived experience of gambling harms, and how there was missed opportunities within the workplace that could have been identified, prevented and signposted to support before it was too late. It will look at the importance of workplace policy and culture around gambling, as well as the importance of reducing stigma. Benjamin Howard, Activities and Volunteer Coordinator (Betknowmore UK) & Chairman - Lived Experience Council (GambleAware) - Betknowmore UK 2. What is SFG20? How it helps you achieve building maintenance compliance The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital This session will explore how the need for a standardised approach to building maintenance emerged. Paul will uncover how SFG20 aligns with legal and regulatory requirements and how it assists users with keeping buildings safe whilst optimising resource use. The audience will leave this session feeling equipped with the knowledge to make informed decisions in maintenance planning and execution. Paul Bullard, Product Director - SFG20 12:30 1. Panel discussion: Collaborating to create the inclusive workplace Workplace Leaders Summit 45 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit One of the unlooked for benefits of creating a safe space for diverse employees to thrive, is that ALL employees flourish. This can lead to unexpected benefits from increased creativity and diversity of thought, to access to a wider talent pool for recruitment and improved retention across the business. Chris Moriarty, Co-Founder & Director - Audiem Louisa Clarke, Leadership Coach - One Feather Coaching Sarah Reynolds, Chief Marketing Officer - HiBob Kate Walmsley, Workplace Inclusion Manager - Lloyds Bank 12:45 1. (IW)FM - behind the curve or the centre of influence? The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital Gordon Mitchell, IWFM's Chair of the Technology Special Interest Group, will take the audience on a journey of digital purpose and ambition and the building blocks that are being put in place to achieve that ambition. He will join the dots between seemingly disconnected pieces of work in the wider ecosystem. Gordon Mitchell, Co-Founder - WHOLUS 2. Accessibility – What’s it worth? The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing More than 1.3 billion people globally have a disability. Even with that, accessibility affects all of us. This session is focused on the importance of accessibility, and the tangible positive business impact being a more accessible and inclusive organisation can have. Stephen Cluskey, Chief Executive Officer - Mobility Mojo 13:15 1. Mock the Workplace Workplace Leaders Summit 60 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit In this highly interactive workshop, panellists and members of the audience share positive success stories about getting people back into the office. Some of our biggest wins have come from small nudges and surprising feedback. Pick up tips and ideas, and come prepared with a few of your own to drop into the mix. Chris Moriarty, Co-Founder & Director - Audiem Dan Wakelin, Director - HCG Esme Banks Marr, Strategy Director Work + Place - BVN Architecture Steve Roots, Head of Estates - iQ Student Accommodation Kasia Maynard, Head of Editorial & Research - WORKTECH Academy 13:20 1. FM: Why you should be prioritising your team The Knowledge Hub - Tech/Digital 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Technology/Digital The FM and Maintenance sector faces profound changes. Companies must improve how they train people for the future, attract new talent, and continue to develop teams for the challenges ahead. Learn how technology can help teams achieve exceptional performance levels and gather data to showcase their impact on the business. Ash Dharmakirthi, Regional Sales Manager - Infraspeak 13:30 1. Levelling up: How everyday business spend can help tackle inequality Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This session will focus on the power of everyday procurement spend in supporting levelling up. You will hear from a range of social enterprises that deliver products and services to the Facilities Management sector while reinvesting profits into supporting local communities and tackling inequality. Jane Hatton, CEO - EvenBreak Charlie Walker, Managing Director - Clean for Good 2. Small change, big difference: shifting from sedentary, boosting energy and engagement The Knowledge Hub - Health & Wellbeing/Culture 30 mins * The Knowledge Hub - Culture/Health & Wellbeing - Compelling research https://www.smartworkandlife.co.uk/public/evidence-base/ shows sitting less improves wellbeing, increases engagement and workers feel more energized, focused and productive. - That’s good for business! https://www.smartworkandlife.co.uk/public/business-case/ - Essential ergonomics every hybrid worker should know. - Introducing HiAH by RAISE DESIGN® for hybrid workers on their laptops. Marta Jordan, Director & Founder - RAISE DESIGN LTD 14:15 1. Social enterprise showcase Social Enterprise Village 30 mins * Social Enterprise Village This social enterprise showcase aims to connect buyers with leading social enterprise suppliers who are changing the world through socially driven products and services. Ric Belsten, Customer Manager - The Compliance People Robert Scott, Business Development Associate Manager - Fruitful Office 14:30 1. UNHINGED: The reality of anti-racism Workplace Leaders Summit 45 mins * Workplace Leaders Summit Unleash the power of thought with 'Unhinged,' where three dynamic panels converge to unravel societal norms. Dive into the intricacies of Anti-Racism, as lived experiences mold perspectives, shattering preconceptions. Andrew Hulbert, Vice Chair - Pareto FM Sajna Rahman, Co-founder - Tomorrow Meets Today Emma Wilson, Social Impact Director - Pareto FM Simi Gandhi-Whitaker, Strategic Workplace and Technology Director - Mitie Jemma Williams, Business Consultant - IWD Consultancy THE SAFETY & SECURITY EVENT SERIES FACILITIES Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. WORKPLACE STRATEGY AND DESIGN Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. TECHNOLOGY Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. 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