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Upcoming Event

The Ultimate Gathering for HR and Reward Leaders 2025

Coming soon

Event Dates & Venue

Dates: 1–2 October 2025
Opening Hours:

  • Wed, 1 Oct: 09:00–17:00
  • Thu, 2 Oct: 09:00–16:30

Venue: ExCeL London — West Entrance (Hall S4), Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL.

Key Facts & Highlights

  • Attracts ~1,500 senior HR, reward, benefits & pensions professionals.
  • Features 80+ exhibitors showcasing benefits tech and services
  • 28 free conference sessions led by ~30 expert speakers across eight thematic streams.
  • CPD accredited for ongoing professional development.

Thematic Streams & Conference Focus

Event covers
Employee benefits trends, reward strategies & engagement
Healthcare, wellbeing, tech, childcare, pensions, voluntary benefits, and compliance Includes seminar sessions, keynotes, practical guidance tailored to evolving HR practices.

Programme Highlights

  • Venue features editorially curated sessions (“How‑to” practical advice)
  • Examples of recent keynotes (2024):
    • “How to create a culture where people can win and succeed” – Karen Blackett OBE
    • “Embracing authenticity” – Mark Foster
    • “Unknotting the global benefits tangle” – Janet McKenzie
  • Jill Scott will open on Wed 1 Oct at 9:45 am — register early to secure access.

Registration Details

  • Free-to-attend for HR, reward, benefits, compensation, engagement & pensions professionals.
  • VIP passes available for senior-level professionals and budget holders.
  • Registration process:
    1. Apply via “Register” (Visitor) or “VIP Visitor Registration
    2. Use a valid business email—Gmail/Hotmail/etc. not accepted.
    3. No on-day registrations—pre-approval required
    4. Allow a few working days for confirmation
  • Supplier reps (sales/marketing) can’t attend unless exhibiting, sponsoring, or speaking.

Who Should Attend

  • In-house HR, reward, benefits, compensation, engagement & pensions professionals
  • Directors, senior managers, and budget holders responsible for benefits procurement
  • Not open to sales/marketing individuals unless involved in exhibiting/sponsoring/speaking

What to Expect

  • Free conference sessions packed with strategic takeaways
  • Exhibition floor with 80+ suppliers across key benefit areas
  • Networking with ~1,500 senior decision-makers
  • CPD accredited sessions (check individual accreditation details) 
  • Additional features: exhibitor showcases, emerging trend insights, expert talks.

Contacts & Enquiries

  • Hannah Hicks – Commercial & Event Director | +44 (0)7984 378 769
  • Paul Barron – Business Development | +44 (0)7818 160 213
  • Jodie Moore – Conference Producer | +44 (0)7725 647 628
  • Debbie Lovewell‑Tuck – Editorial & Conference Enquiries.
  • Phoebe Scanes – Operations Manager | +44 (0)7407 804 812
  • Dino Dionissiou – Marketing Manager | +44 (0)7503 644 905

Key Links

  • Register for Visitor Pass – via the “Register” button on site.
  • Register for VIP Pass – via “VIP Visitor Registration”.
  • Speaker & Sales enquiries – contact above individuals.
  • Venue, travel & hotels – check “Venue and Travel” and “Book Your Hotel” pages

Next Steps & Tips

  1. Register early using your business email
  2. Apply for Visitor or VIP pass, depending on role
  3. Wait for pre-approval before booking travel/accommodation
  4. Review programme for key sessions (e.g., Jill Scott’s keynote at 09:45 on 1 Oct)
  5. Plan your visit around thematic streams relevant to your interests

Track CPD-accredited seminars in advance

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