Keynote speakers announced for conference

17 December 2025

Christine Armstrong, a globally-recognised authority on the future of work

Our annual conference on 19 March 2026 explores how we can work Smarter, not Harder to rethink reward and recognition.

We’re delighted to introduce the two keynote speakers headlining the event, bringing insight, real-world experience and fresh thinking on the future of work and people strategy.

Christine Armstrong studies the world of work, and challenges how it’s designed. A writer, researcher, speaker and vlogger, Christine is ranked 6th among the world’s top 50 Future of Work influencers 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.

Christine’s 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 Jobs (Bloomsbury). Her keynote sessions combine robust data with compelling stories, leaving audiences informed, energised and ready to rethink how work really works. (1) Christine Armstrong | LinkedIn

Chris Britton

Chris Britton is a people experience director, author, podcaster and keynote speaker with over 15 years’ experience shaping people strategy at organisations including Virgin, Vodafone and River Island. Known for his work on gratitude and emotional capital, Chris focuses on how organisations can unlock performance, positivity and sustainable cultural change.

An engaging and impactful speaker, Chris brings practical insight grounded in real leadership experience. (1) Chris Britton | LinkedIn

Together, Christine and Chris will set the tone for a conference focused on insight, inspiration and meaningful progress in the world of work, working Smarter, not Harder.

Save the date. 19 March 2026. Registration opens January 2026.