CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition 2025

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CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition 2025
  • Conference + Exhibition
  • In-Person + Virtual
  • Registration Required

Event Information

Date & Time

Start Date

November 5, 2025

08:30
End Date

November 6, 2025

16:00
Europe/London

Venue Location

Venue Name

Manchester Central Convention Complex

Full Address

Windmill St, Manchester M2 3GX, United Kingdom

Manchester, United Kingdom, Europe

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Overview

The CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition (ACE) 2025 is the UK’s flagship event for the people profession, bringing together HR, L&D, and business leaders for two days of learning, insight, and collaboration. Hosted at Manchester Central, the event features high-profile keynote speakers, multi-track learning sessions, and practical discussions focused on the most pressing workplace challenges.

Attendees can explore key themes such as the future of work, employment law, inclusion, wellbeing, and organizational performance, while connecting with over 7,000 professionals. The event also includes a large free-to-attend exhibition showcasing the latest HR solutions and technologies, with options to participate both in person and virtually.

Description

CIPD ACE 2025 is a two-day in-person and virtual HR conference and exhibition in Manchester, bringing together HR, L&D, and business leaders for keynote sessions, multi-track learning, and a free HR solutions expo.

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Who Can Attend

HR

People Leaders

L&D

Business Leaders

Industries Relevant To

Human ResourcesEducationPublic Sector

Topics Covered

Future of Work

Employment Law

Inclusion

Wellbeing

Expected Outcomes

Hear from high-profile keynotes

140+ thought leaders and inspirational speakers

Connect and network with over 7,000 Professionals

Visit the free exhibition to discover new HR solutions

Prerequisites to Attend

  • None

Registration & Pricing

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Ticket Pricing

Exhibition is Free
Conference Pass (CIPD Member): £799 EX VAT
Conference Pass (Student): £499 EX VAT
Conference Pass (Non-Member): £999 EX VAT
Max Attendees

7,000

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Event Tags

HRL&DLeadershipEmployment LawWellbeing

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Expert Panel

Speakers & Hosts

Learn from the industry's most influential voices and gain actionable insights from their years of professional expertise.

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Dr. Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE

Dr. Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE

Co-Founder & CEO

Stemettes

Child prodigy turned tech leader, she is the CEO of Stemettes and a champion for girls and women in STEM. An Oxford graduate, she works at the intersection of digital literacy, AI, and the future of work, helping create more inclusive pathways into technology careers.

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Prof. Kevin Fong OBE

Prof. Kevin Fong OBE

Science Broadcaster and Emergency Medical Doctor

University College London (UCL) Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Emergency medical doctor and science broadcaster, he is known for expertise in extreme environment physiology. A former NASA researcher, he blends lessons from space, medicine, and crisis response to help teams improve performance, resilience, and decision-making.

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Nick Robinson

Nick Robinson

Presenter and Broadcaster

BBC

A respected British journalist and presenter of BBC Radio 4's Today Programme. He previously served a decade as the BBC's Political Editor, reporting on major national events and global politics with clarity, insight, and deep understanding of government and public affairs.

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Kola Otekalu

Kola Otekalu

HR Director

Ashtead Technology

HR Director at Ashtead Technology with over two decades of experience shaping people strategies across global operations. A Chartered Fellow of the CIPD, she is committed to developing emerging talent, enabling inclusion, and supporting women in the workplace.

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Aled Nelmes

Aled Nelmes

CEO and Founder

Lumen SEO

CEO and Founder of Lumen SEO and a lecturer at USW, he advocates for the 4-day workweek, autonomy, and modern ways of working. His mission is to create workplaces built on trust, flexibility, and reciprocal value, helping teams perform better without burnout.

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Cheryl Samuels

Cheryl Samuels

People & Culture Director

Evelina London (part of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust)

Award-winning People & Culture Director at Evelina London and co-founder of #InclusiveHR. With over 20 years of experience, she champions racial equity, inclusive leadership, and progressive people practices that strengthen belonging and transform workplace culture.

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