FUTURE FOCUS
As part of the CoreNet ethos “Connect, Learn, Grow, Belong”, the October CoreNet “Future Focus” event will bring together a diverse, cross-section of professionals across the UK corporate real estate (CRE) industry to share knowledge, discuss and assess the importance of embracing discomfort and leaning into change, disruption, and uncertainty with conviction.
Sessions and timings
- 12:30 - Registration opens (guests arrive at West Events entrance)
13:00 Welcome - Auditorium (280 Max)
13:00 - 13:05 - Welcome from Erin Dunkerley - Deutsche Bank
13:05 - 13:10 - Welcome from Sally Marshall - CoreNet UK President Elect
13:10 Session 1 - Auditorium (280 Max)
Topic - Future Focus by Ronan Harrington
Ronan Harrington introduces his audiences to a new way of working, grounded in the science of resilience, with practical tools to operate at peak performance without compromising our health. His talks draw on an array of expertise, including his work as a Lead Futurist to the British Foreign Office.
As a resilience speaker, Ronan reveals the steps companies need to take to create a healthy, high-performance culture. He also considers why burnout is a public health epidemic, and not a personal failure.
His approach helps audiences understand how to boost productivity and well-being, driving company growth during times of change and uncertainty.
CoreNet Global UK Chapter is looking forward to Ronan joining us at our Future Focus event where he will give us his unique perspective on how to expand our thinking, connect, and dive deeper into the importance of perspective.
14:10 - Session 2 - Two breakout sessions
Session 2A - Location - Auditorium (280 Max)
Topic - The future of the Workplace: planning for the future, now.
Our panellists explore the major forces that will drive how, where and why we will work in the future. We will explore topics such as AI, wellness, and the evolving role of CRE.
Session 2B - Location - Break Out Room 1 – Multifunction Room (Max 108)
Topic - Career Insights - “What I Wish I Would Have Known” - Industry Leaders Share Their Career Insights
This interactive Q&A session will offer a unique opportunity to hear from top industry leaders as they share their valuable experiences, challenges, and lessons learned throughout their careers.
Whether you're a young professional or an established leader, this is a chance to gain practical advice and insight into navigating the fast-paced and dynamic corporate real estate sector.
- Moderator - Sarah Kelly - Business Development Manager, Overbury
- Alex Lawlor - SE Regional Director & CRE Sector Lead, AtkinsRéalis
- Chris Bunker - Senior Director, Global Workplace Transformation, Corporate Real Estate, RBC
- Suzan Dixon - Head of Corporate Real Estate and Services UK & Europe, Standard Chartered Bank.
- Nick Winter - Head of EMEA Project & Development Services, JLL
15.15 - Session 3 - Auditorium (280 Max)
Topic - Deutsche Bank - Project Insights & Learnings
We are thrilled that our event hosts will provide an overview of their new head office facility, project insights and lessons learned along the way.
We will launch the session agenda very soon, so keep a look out for this one...it's going to be exciting!
- Moderator - Georgina Fraser - Head of Human Capital Consulting, CBRE
- Paul Keightley, Regional Head of Projects, Deutsche Bank
- Scott Cameron, Managing Director - COO for Fixed Income and Currencies, Deutsche Bank
- Sarah Perry, Portfolio Strategy Lead for Global Real Estate, Deutsche Bank
- Helen Dixon, Director, tp bennett
16:05 - Session 4 - Three breakout sessions
Session 4A - Location - Auditorium (280 Max)
Topic -Technology - Have we forgotten the people?
In the race to technological transformation, data-driven solutions, ‘post-covid’, and a just focus on sustainability - has the CRE industry lost sight of supporting human endeavor in the workplace?
This discussion, curated with behavioral research partner Canvas8, and supported by end users including Legal & General and Astellas, we will explore the balance between cutting-edge technology, cultural intelligence and fundamental human needs offering a fresh perspective on places for people to do their best work.
The session will put audience participants and debate at its heart as we search to use positive provocation to explore - Did we forget the people?
Session 4B - Location - Break Out Room 2 - Multifunction Room (108 Max)
Topic - For the Common Good - Why social value is worth the investment in corporate real estate
Social value in business terms is usually referenced in relation to ESG, an acronym that signifies the environment, social, and governance criteria that drive corporate practices. But what does the letter S in ESG signify in practice? And how can we harness the principles of social value to generate value for the communities we serve, the businesses we work for, and our current and future workforces?
The concept of social value places people at its heart. Through the stories and experiences of our panellists and focussing on the importance of engaging with diverse communities, this session will:
- Unpick and explore what social value really means.
- Dig deep into why social value Is important for everyone.
- Guide you to deliver impactful social value initiatives in your business.
- Moderator - Laura Berman - Communications and PR Manager, AHMM
- Emma Barnes - Senior Programme Manager, Construction Youth Trust
- Michael Ewins - Partner & Care Experience Manager, John Lewis Partnership
- Sarah Murdoch - Director - Corporate Real Estate, Visa
Session 4C - Location - Breakout Room 2 - Seminar Room (66 Max)
Topic - Strategy & Sustainability - Turning Green Dreams into Actionable Plans
This will be an interactive session exploring how a corporate occupier has approached maturing their sustainability plan, and how they are moving from legal compliance to a more wide-ranging forward-looking approach to sustainability and carbon reduction.
This session will investigate subjects from the more conventional questions such as carbon accounting and reduction throughout the real estate and fit out lifecycle and through to how we account for the sustainability impact of working from home and how we can include atmospheric carbon removal and biodiversity in our plans, and back to practical steps such as how we all can broaden the sustainability coalition within our businesses.
The audience will have a chance to explore their own sustainability challenges in their fields in break out groups and ask questions back to the speaker and a wider panel of sustainability professionals.
17:00 Session 5 - Auditorium (280 Max)
Topic - The Future Workforce: Next Gen's Impact on the Modern Workplace
Forget what the Baby Boomers think they know - this is a chance to hear directly from the ‘Next Gen’ about how they’d like to see the rules of the workplace rewritten. Afterall, Gen Z are expected to make up 30% of the global workforce by 2030, so understanding their expectations is critical for businesses aiming to stay ahead.
CoreNet, in partnership with Fora, will launch a new piece of research exploring topics from flexible work arrangements and diversity-driven cultures to mental well-being, sustainability, and the role of AI.
This session will offer actionable insights on how to create a workplace that resonates with this purpose-driven, tech-savvy generation - and ensure your organisation thrives in the evolving talent landscape.
17:30 Event Wrap Up - Auditorium (280 Max)
17:30 - Conference closing remarks and wrap up from Adam Hoy - CoreNet UK President
17:40 - 19:30 Drinks and Networking - East Events (260 Max)
Drinks & Networking
Note: 6pm - short speech from tp bennett (sponsor)
Thank You to our Event Sponsors
Thank You to our Annual Sponsors
REGISTRATION
Members: £110 + VAT
Young Leaders: £65 + VAT
Non-Members: £175 + VAT
Sponsorship
If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please contact Ellie Sharpe.
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