Annual Conference
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The ECC Annual Conference on 19 March is for HR and people professionals who want to stay ahead.
We have a stellar line-up of powerhouse speakers, offering practical insight and bold thinking on the theme of ๐๐ฆ๐๐ซ๐ญ๐๐ซ, ๐ง๐จ๐ญ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐๐๐ซ. ๐๐๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ซ๐๐ฐ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐จ๐ ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง.
If you want less theory, and insight you can actually use straightaway, this is the virtual room to be in.
FREE to ECC Members
ยฃ299+VAT Non-Members
The full programme and registration information can be found here:
We have built a reputation for hosting events for HR and people professionals that are practical, relevant and genuinely worth the time away from the day job.
Last year, 165 delegates joined us, with more than 90% rating the conference as engaging, highly relevant and a good use of their time.
Our 2026 conference looks set to be even better, with a lively virtual lobby, networking carousel, competitions and an extremely impressive line-up who are set to address a host of current sector conversations.
Keynote speakers: Christine Armstrong & Chris Britton
Christine Armstrong studies the world of work, and challenges how itโs designed. A writer, researcher, speaker and vlogger, Christine is ranked 6th among the worldโs top 50 Future of Work influencersย and was named a Top 50 Workplace Leader in 2023. She regularly contributes to national, international and business media and is the co-founder of Jericho Chambers, one of the earliest pioneers of flexible and hybrid working.
Christineโs weekly vlog reaches more than 3 million viewers across 20+ countries, exploring topics ranging from AI to burnout. She is also the author of The Mother of All Jobsย (Bloomsbury). Her keynote sessions combine robust data with compelling stories, leaving audiences informed, energised and ready to rethink how work really works. Christine Armstrong | LinkedIn
Chris Brittonย Since 2008, Chris has used an empathy-first approach to drive positive change and high performance in organisations like Virgin, Vodafone, River Island and Reward Gateway. His passion for seeing people for who they are โ not just what they can do โ has inspired audiences worldwide. He combines groundbreaking research, personal storytelling, humour and practical next steps to create an engaging experience that helps to unlock the potential of your people and business.
Spotlight Sessions
๐ต Brain-smart difficult conversations โ the other side of reward and recognition
Jo Brittonย explores how neuroscience can support confident, effective conversations when it matters most. Jo Britton | LinkedIn
๐ต Avoiding pitfalls in reward โ legal lessons for HR
Simon Allison and Jack Boyle from Blackaddersย LLP share essential legal insights to help HR teams navigate reward with confidence. Simon Allison | LinkedIn Jack Boyle | LinkedIn
๐ต AI-enabled recognition: keeping humanity at the heart
Hayley Bird (Quantum Rise)ย demystifies AI and what it really means for the future of HR.
๐ต Is performance management dead?
Thomas Goubauย challenges traditional thinking and asks what performance should look like now. Thomas Goubau | LinkedIn
๐ต Recognition as nervous system regulation in HE and FE
Annalie Howlingย offers a powerful, human-centred perspective on recognition, wellbeing and sustainable performance. https://www.instagram.com/annaliehowling
