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Day 1 (8 July)<\/h2>\r\n \r\n
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6:30 pm – 9:00 pm<\/p>

Welcome Reception with buffet dinner <\/h3>

Delegates will meet for a relaxing evening networking and enjoying London’s savoury offerings. \r\n\r\nThe reception will take place at the Waterfront Street Kitchen & Bar (WSKB). Address: Royal Victoria Dock, One Western Gateway, London E16 1XL <\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

Day 2 (9 July)<\/h2>\r\n \r\n
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9:00 am – 9:15 am<\/p>

Welcome refreshments<\/h3> <\/div>\r\n \r\n
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9:15 am – 9:45 pm<\/p>

Welcome everyone! Introductions <\/h3>

Let’s start the day with some introductions and getting to know one another. Let’s also set some objectives on what our takeaways should be. <\/p>

Speakers:<\/h5>
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Oana Cipca<\/span>, Founder & Initiator of Women in Exhibitions and Senior Business Development Manager, MECC Maastricht<\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Sonia Thomas<\/span>, VP WiE International , Women in Exhibitions International | Impact-driven executive & team coach | Consultant | Lecturer & Educator <\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Silvia Forroova<\/span>, Global Event & Sustainability Strategy Specialist | Mentor | Coach | Speaker | Moderator, Informa Markets <\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Joseph Kearney<\/span>, Creative Content Copywriter | Pharma, Informa Markets<\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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9:45 am – 10:30 am<\/p>

Keynote Speaker: Deborah Frances-White<\/h3>

Deborah Frances-White is an award-winning writer and comedian, best known for her hit podcast THE GUILTY FEMINIST. Her book, THE GUILTY FEMINIST was a Sunday Times Best Seller. Her second book SIX CONVERSATIONS WE\u2019RE SCARED TO HAVE came out in April 2025. Deborah is an official ambassador for Choose Love and Amnesty International and will share her tale with the delegates of this, the 3rd Women in Exhibitions Summit!<\/p>

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Deborah Frances-White<\/span>, Writer & Comedian , <\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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10:30 am – 11:15 am<\/p>

The Care Factor: Why Supporting Caregivers is a Business Imperative<\/h3>

Caregivers, whether parenting, supporting elderly relatives, or managing complex family responsibilities, make up a significant and growing part of the workforce. \r\n\r\nYet caregiving remains largely invisible in talent strategies and leadership conversations. \r\n\r\nThis session will shine a light on the business benefits of designing workplaces that truly support caregivers. We\u2019ll explore the link between inclusion, performance, and loyalty \u2014 and share practical examples of how companies are getting it right. <\/p>

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Kajal Mann<\/span>, Talent & Employer Branding Specialist, Easyfairs<\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Alice Darbyshire<\/span>, Advisor & Coach , Alice Darbyshire Ltd.<\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Evelyn Aning<\/span>, Head of Global Inclusion Programmes, Informa PLC <\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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11:15 am – 12:30 pm<\/p>

Networking break followed by breakout sessions<\/h3>

BREAKOUT SESSIONS: delegates are invited to choose from the different parallel sessions. All breakouts are highly participative and delegates are invited to contribute! \r\n\r\n\r\n– Having Difficult Conversations that Drive Change \r\n– Technology & Innovation: What\u2019s Next for Exhibitions? \r\n– Creating Effective Mentorship & Sponsorship Programmes (and Building Strategic Industry Networks That Open Doors) \r\n– Personal Branding for Business Growth & Visibility\r\n<\/p> <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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12:30 pm – 1:30 pm<\/p>

Networking lunch <\/h3>

Take time to sit with and get to know someone new over some delicious food! <\/p> <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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1:30 pm – 2:15 pm<\/p>

Allyship in Action: What Leaders Are Learning About Inclusion and Managing Conflict <\/h3>

Real allyship isn\u2019t just about good intentions \u2014 it\u2019s about daily actions, courageous conversations, and a willingness to listen, adapt, and sometimes be uncomfortable. In this session, leaders of all genders will share honest reflections on what it really takes to build inclusive teams and organisations. \r\n\r\nThis is a session about progress, not perfection: about how we can all lead more openly, learn from mistakes, and create environments where difference is valued, not feared. \r\n <\/p>

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Lou Kiwanuka<\/span>, Founder & Managing Director, OpsShaper<\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Ruth Mortimer<\/span>, Global President of Advertising Week & SVP of Emerald Expositions , Emerald Expositions <\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Peter Jones<\/span>, CEO , Nineteen Group Ltd.<\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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2:15 pm – 3:15 pm<\/p>

More breakout sessions<\/h3>

Attendees are invited to join the breakout session of their choice from the following. Active participation is the name of the game! \r\n\r\n– Negotiation skills for exhibition contracts and partnerships \r\n– Is your workplace operating model designed for equity or by default?\r\n– Building careers & navigating change with confidence\r\n– Bias-proof leadership: Creating Inclusive & Psychologically Safe Workplaces \r\n<\/p> <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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3:15 pm – 3:45 pm<\/p>

Networking break and refreshments<\/h3> <\/div>\r\n \r\n
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3:45 pm – 4:30 pm<\/p>

Future-Proofing the Industry: What Next-Gen Leaders & Experienced Voices Want from Work – and from Events <\/h3>

The exhibitions and events industry is at a crossroads. To stay relevant and resilient, we must understand how expectations are changing, not just around work, but also around how we design and deliver experiences. \r\n\r\nDuring this dynamic panel, next-generation talent and experienced leaders will come together to share their hopes, frustrations, and vision for the future of the industry. \r\n\r\nThis session will be moderated by Laura Tythcott! \r\n\r\n<\/p>

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Georgina Kay<\/span>, Marketing Manager, International Confex & Mash Media <\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Tamar Beck<\/span>, CEO & Co-Founder, Gleanin<\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Peter Lindsay<\/span>, Chief Strategy Officer, RX<\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Justine Rabel<\/span>, Head of International Expansion, Memento Solutions <\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Laura Tythcott<\/span>, Venue Services Director, NEC <\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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4:30 pm – 5:15 pm<\/p>

Content Session: Feedback from the breakouts <\/h3>

During this session, a representative from each breakout group will share a brief summary of their group\u2019s key insights, reflections, or takeaways with the wider audience. \r\n\r\n<\/p> <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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5:15 pm – 5:30 pm<\/p>

Wrap up by the moderators <\/h3>

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Silvia Forroova<\/span>, Global Event & Sustainability Strategy Specialist | Mentor | Coach | Speaker | Moderator, Informa Markets <\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Joseph Kearney<\/span>, Creative Content Copywriter | Pharma, Informa Markets<\/p>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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6:00 pm – 8:00 pm<\/p>

Summer Drinks!<\/h3>

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