In the run up to the event, you will be sent login information for our online pre-event selection process. From here, you will be able to confirm your details, select seminars, shortlist and prioritise suppliers you would like to meet, add any additional information regarding dietary or accessibility requirements and review and submit all of your information.
There is no hard sell at the event. Suppliers in attendance are looking to meet with you to discuss forthcoming projects and requirements, and to listen to the needs of your business. The premise of the event is to form and develop business relationships, and there is no pressure to sign on the dotted line!
Working on selections that you have made online, and those from attending suppliers, we put together individual itineraries following the priorities below:
• Perfect matches; where a delegate and supplier have both requested to meet one another
• Delegate requests; where you have an interest in a particular supplier’s product/service
• Supplier requests; where suppliers have registered an interest in meeting a delegate.
You can also select industry-lead seminars and case study sessions, which will take place over the course of the event. These will also be added to your personalised itinerary.
Working on selections that you have made online, and those from attending delegates, we put together individual itineraries following the priorities below:
The focus of the event is the pre-arranged meeting schedule. With this in mind, any additional marketing material to dress your stand (as detailed in the previous question) and that you wish to give to delegates is at your discretion. You will be provided with electrics to charge any laptops/tablets and will be supplied with an event information pack at registration, detailing delegate contact details and information (with space for making notes).
Once you have your online login, you will be prompted to upload your single A5 page company profile, logo and synopsis, as well as selecting products and services that you provide. This will enable delegates to see some information on your organisation, and select to meet with you closer to the event. This process is all explained to you in more detail closer to the event. You will also need to prepare any event specific marketing that you wish to bring, but other than this, pre-event preparation is minimal.
You will be updated periodically on attending delegates, from the time of confirming your place, right up until the event itself.
It is unlikely that you will not be selected by any delegates, as we work with an active delegate analysis to ensure that participating suppliers cover the products and services of interest to delegates.
The dress code during the day is business attire. For the networking dinner, attendees are expected to wear smart dress or evening wear; but the event is not black tie.
Walk away with tangible, actionable tools to apply immediately—no theory, just practical strategies to begin using today.
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After 15 years of consulting for global organisations, I made a life-changing decision to leave my career & start a business. It was a leap of faith that launched me into an extraordinary journey of self-discovery. I immersed myself in personal growth, studying human behaviour, metaphysics, Reiki and NLP. What began as curiosity grew into an obsession—and through this transformative journey, I discovered two life-changing principles: the power of emotional resilience and clarity of a personal path. These principles didn’t just shift my perspective; they redefined my purpose & became the foundation of my work. Now, as a mentor and speaker, I help people master their emotions & make decisions aligned with their values and vision—guiding them to break free from limitations and reach their full potential.
FM and engineering teams focus on operational efficiency, compliance, and technical performance, but may not fully appreciate how their work directly impacts asset value, capital planning, and ultimately the financial health and strategic direction of the organisation. The presentation will challenge attendees to think beyond the day-to-day technicalities of FM and consider the broader business impact.
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Frank Lee is an Associate Director at PwC’s Real Estate Advisory practice based in London. He provides strategic, commercial, financial and operational advice in relation to infrastructure, buildings and assets.
Frank works with UK and global corporate occupiers, investors and public sector clients on a wide range of advisory mandates – focused on real estate operations covering strategy, operating model, digital technology, sustainability and value creation.
This session explores how transformational technologies, including artificial intelligence, data, and automation, could reshape facilities management, creating smarter workplaces, improving sustainability, and unlocking new opportunities for people and organisations.
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Andrew Hulbert is the Chair of the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM). A recognised entrepreneur and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, he has championed initiatives that deliver social impact and sustainability. Andrew is also at the forefront of technology in the sector, embracing innovation and artificial intelligence to drive smarter, more effective solutions. Widely respected for challenging outdated approaches, he inspires others to find their voice and contribute to a more inclusive, forward-thinking workplace and facilities management industry.
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, attracting and keeping top talent from Generation Z has become a critical challenge for organisations across all industries and the future of work in general. Gen Z is the most significant generational shift so far. Many organisations are struggling to recruit and retain the best of this generation. Traditional methods of recruitment no longer work, and problems with retention are more acute than ever.
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Alex Atherton is an experienced educator and leadership coach. He is the former secondary school headteacher who heard the word ‘snowflake’ once too often to describe his former students. He spent over a decade immersed in the mindset of this misunderstood generation, getting to the core of what makes them tick. Alex blends his experiences, research, and a hefty dose of reality to shatter the myths around Gen Z. He equips leaders and managers with proven strategies to overcome generational divides and effectively recruit, develop, and retain top young talent.
