CIPD Festival of Work 2026 in London

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CIPD Festival of Work 2026 in London
  • Conference + Exhibition
  • In-Person + Virtual
  • Registration Required

Event Information

Date & Time

Start Date

June 10, 2026

09:15
End Date

June 11, 2026

15:15
Europe/London

Venue Location

Venue Name

ExCeL London

Full Address

Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom, Europe

Overview

CIPD Festival of Work 2026 is a large-scale HR and people profession event bringing together HR, L&D, and people leaders in London. Hosted at ExCeL London, the festival combines a free-to-visit exhibition with a paid conference program, offering flexible ways to engage with learning, innovation, and networking.

Over two days, the Festival of Work features high-profile keynotes, multiple content stages, and a broad range of exhibitors showcasing people, skills, and HR technology solutions. Attendees can explore key themes such as employee experience, inclusion, wellbeing, learning, and workplace technology, while building lasting connections with peers and partners across the people profession.

Description

A two-day hybrid HR conference and exhibition in London where HR, learning and development, and people leaders explore skills, employee experience, inclusion, well-being, and workplace technology through keynote sessions, multi-track learning, and a free-to-visit expo.

Who Can Attend

HR and People Leaders

Learning and Development Leaders

HR Tech Buyers

Industries Relevant To

Human ResourcesEducationPublic SectorTechnology

Topics Covered

Employee Experience

HR Technology

Inclusion

Well-Being

Expected Outcomes

Lasting Connections

Multi-Track Learning

Partner Discovery

Prerequisites to Attend

  • None

Expert Panel

Speakers & Hosts

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

Professional
Diana Osagie

Diana Osagie

Leadership Coach, Trainer and Author

Courageous Leadership

Leadership coach, trainer, and author at Courageous Leadership, Diana Osagie helps leaders build confidence, resilience, and impact. She brings experience in education and leadership development, focusing on empowering teams, improving culture, and driving meaningful results.

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Richard Osman OBE

Richard Osman OBE

TV Presenter, Producer and Best Selling Author

Independent

TV presenter, producer, and best selling author, Richard Osman is known for his work in entertainment and publishing. He brings insight on creativity, storytelling, and communication, helping audiences understand how ideas connect, engage, and influence across media platforms.

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Tim Harford OBE

Tim Harford OBE

Financial Times Undercover Economist and More or Less Presenter

Financial Times

Financial Times Undercover Economist and presenter of More or Less, Tim Harford explains complex economic ideas in simple ways. He brings expertise in data, decision making, and storytelling, helping audiences understand how economics shapes everyday choices and business outcomes.

Professional
Dr Amy Pressland

Dr Amy Pressland

Head of Talent and Performance

Benenden Health

Head of Talent and Performance at Benenden Health, Dr Amy Pressland focuses on leadership, employee experience, and organizational development. She brings expertise in talent strategy, engagement, and building high performing teams that support business growth and culture.

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Annabel Jones

Annabel Jones

Senior HR Director

ADP

Senior HR Director at ADP, Annabel Jones brings experience in talent management, employee relations, and HR strategy. She focuses on building strong teams, improving performance, and supporting leaders with practical HR solutions that align people strategy with business goals.

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Anna Thomas

Anna Thomas

Co-Founder and Director

Institute for the Future of Work

Co-Founder and Director at the Institute for the Future of Work, Anna Thomas focuses on shaping policy, research, and practice around the future of work. She brings experience in law, public policy, and leadership, helping organizations respond to change and workforce challenges.