Awaab’s Law in Focus: Sector Response and Government Outlook
Awaab’s Law, introduced following the tragic death of Awaab Ishak, set a new legal framework requiring landlords to address reported damp and mould within strict timeframes. The legislation has been a catalyst for accountability and change across the housing sector, but questions remain about how effectively the first version has been implemented and what future iterations could entail.
SPEAKERS
Cathy Steeghs, Health, Safety & Repairs – Awaab’s Law, Social Housing Directorate, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government | Anabelle Harraway, Policy Advisory, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government | Megan Stuart, Policy Advisor – Health, Safety & Repairs – Awaab’s Law, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
“The Skills Gap”: Bridging the Divide Between Education and Industry
The UK faces a growing misalignment between the skills graduates leave university with and the capabilities businesses urgently need. With automation, AI, and demographic shifts reshaping entry-level roles, organisations are struggling to source talent equipped with both technical expertise and the human skills of resilience, empathy, and curiosity.
CHAIR
Alastair Procter, SVP, Strategic Human Resource Operations, The Interpublic Group of Companies (IPG)
SPEAKERS
Phil Beach CBE, Chairman, Energy & Utility Skills | Ruchika Karakoti, Founder and Principal Consultant, Karakoti Consulting Limited | Steve Saville, VP, People, BAE Systems Digital Intelligence
Join this high-impact masterclass led by Paul R Smith, creator of the SOSTAC® planning framework and author of SOSTAC® Guide to Your Perfect Digital Marketing Plan. Ideal for directors and CEOs seeking a powerful, proven framework for marketing success.
You’ll gain a structured, practical approach to digital strategy—perfect for leaders who want to plan, execute, and optimise digital marketing that delivers real results.
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TRAINERS
Paul Smith, TEDx Talker, international speaker and author, SOSTAC® Plans, PR Smith Marketing
Influence and negotiation are vital for achieving results, whether leading a team or driving change. In this interactive session, you’ll learn how to use your natural style to influence authentically and negotiate with confidence—even in challenging situations.
Led by Vik Kumar, a leadership development expert with over two decades of experience, this session will help you to: Strengthen your influence; elevate your negotiation skills; and lead with purpose.
The adoption and use of AI is not without challenges. If you or your business have concerns surrounding AI knowledge and expertise, efficacy or application, attending our upcoming half-day Masterclass will be extremely valuable.
This insightful and engaging session is led by AI expert, Andrew Burgess. Andrew serves as a member of the AI Committee at the British Standards Institute, is a management consultant, accomplished author, and sought-after speaker, renowned for advising organisations on AI strategy, application, and ethics.
During this highly interactive session, you’ll immerse yourself in AI demonstrations and engaging discussions about AI’s role in your business. You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of AI capabilities, including the transformative impact of Large Language Models, and fully appreciate the benefits they offer.
Explore what it takes to build a high-performance, people-centric organisation in today’s rapidly evolving workplace, led by John Jeffcock, CEO of Winmark.
The session will cover:
• The core components of a modern people strategy
• What excellent leadership looks and feels like
• Change management models that drive success
• Personal strategies to progress towards the C-suite
Walk away with a fresh mindset and practical tools to modernise your people strategy and unlock performance.
Discover what sets exceptional boards apart in this highly engaging session led by Patrick Dunne OBE, experienced Chair and author of the award-winning book Boards.
Ideal for board members and executives seeking to elevate their board practice and navigate today’s governance challenges.
Don’t miss this opportunity – reserve your place today!
In an era defined by disruption and continuous transformation, the ability to lead change and build organisational agility has become a defining leadership capability. This dynamic session — led by Perry Timms, CIPD Chartered Member and HR’s Most Influential Thinker of 2022 — explores how leaders can foster adaptability, resilience, and alignment in fast-changing environments.
TRAINERS
Perry Timms, Founder and Chief Energy Officer, People & Transformational HR Ltd
Explore the cutting-edge technologies redefining our digital world in this insightful masterclass led by Dr Stylianos Kampakis, a data science and tokenomics expert who has advised the US Navy, Vodafone, and British Land.
Ideal for senior executives and board members looking to expand their understanding of how these innovations will shape business in the coming decade.
TRAINERS
Stylianos Kampakis, AI and data expert/Chartered statistician/Tokenomics expert, The Tesseract Academy
