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IABC UK&I proudly presents…
TURBOCHARGE 2024
Turbocharge is back! After the success of our first Turbocharge conference in 2022, we’re coming back bigger and better on Thursday 7 November 2024 with a full-day event in central London.
So, if you’re a communications professional who wants to turbocharge your comms, your career and your community, join us for an unforgettable day of unmissable content – and much more! Tickets available via Eventbrite.
Proudly sponsored by Sociabble, Alive with Ideas, Axiom Communications and Comms Leaders.
What can you expect?
Join top communication leaders for a day of insights and collaboration as we explore the future of communications, careers, and community. This event will provide actionable takeaways and a platform to engage with peers across industries.
Turbocharge your comms…
Hear from industry leaders on how they are stepping up their game in both the PR world and internal comms space in preparation for 2025.
Turbocharge your career…
On the lookout for a new role or want that promotion? We’ll be joined by recruitment experts who can help give you the tools to land that next move.
Turbocharge your community
Join us to celebrate 45 years of our thriving comms community with celebratory drinks and locally-made nibbles to celebrate – and expand your own professional community in the process!
AGENDA
10 AM – Arrivals and Registration
10:30 AM – Welcome
10:35 AM – The Credibility Conundrum
Speaker: Jenni Field
Jenni Field, a recognised expert in organisational dynamics, will share strategies to maintain and enhance credibility in an evolving corporate landscape.
11:05 AM – Panel: What’s Happening in the Job Market?
Speakers: Andrew Holland, Andy Macleod, Crystle Pearce, Vicki Marinker, hosted by Edeje Onwude
A panel of top recruiters and career experts will provide insights into market trends and share actionable advice on how to position yourself for success.
11:35 AM – Hook the C-Suite
Speaker: Laura Whitworth
Sociabble’s Laura will show you how to craft compelling cases that get the attention and commitment of your C-suite, ensuring long-term project success.
12:00 PM – Lunch and networking
1:00 PM – Welcome back and energiser
1:10 PM – Let’s Talk Culture
Speaker: Shane Hatton
Shane Hatton, a leadership and culture expert, will explore how language can shape and reinforce organisational culture, drawing from his global experience.
1:35 PM – Panel: The Evolving World of Communications
Speakers: Ann-Marie Blake, Russell Grossman, Jane Mitchell, hosted by Simon Cavendish
This panel of experienced professionals will discuss key changes in communications and how leaders can adapt to stay relevant.
2:05 PM – Gen Zs Speak – Who’s Framing Our Work Culture Narrative?
Speakers: Salma Ali and Costanza De Salvia, hosted by Kathryn Kneller
A debate on how Gen Z is redefining the workplace and reshaping leadership and loyalty for the next generation of professionals.
2:40 PM – Breakout Sessions (Choose Your Stream)
A. Communicating with Impact (Author Panel)
Speakers: Rachel Miller, Shane Hatton, Dr. Kevin Ruck, hosted by Lisa Riemers
Join leading authors and experts as they explore how to craft communication strategies that drive impact and resonate with diverse audiences.
B. Harness the Power of Storytelling to Turbocharge Your Career
Speaker: Chris Carey
Chris from Axiom Communications will share how storytelling can be used as a strategic tool to accelerate career growth and influence.
3:15 PM – Coffee break
3:45 PM – Breakout Sessions (Choose Your Stream)
C. Imaginary Friends and Foes of Creativity
Speaker: Alan Oram
Alan from Alive with Ideas will guide you through the common challenges of creativity and how to unlock innovation for organisational success.
D. Turbocharge Your Resilience
Speaker: Kate Matrunola
Kate will offer practical tools and insights on how to develop resilience as a leader in high-stakes environments.
4:20 PM – Strengthening the Communications Community for Collective Success
Peter Finn, Executive Director, IABC will join us all the way from the U.S. for a fire side chat with Eduvie Martin, President, IABC UK & I to discuss the power of building a strong professional community that supports growth and collaboration.
5:00 PM – Networking & drinks
IABC UK & Ireland presents our TURBOCHARGE speakers: From top left: Jenni Field, Kate Matrunola, Vicki Marinker, Shane Hatton, Lisa Riemers, Edeje Onwude, Kathryn Kneller, Eduvie Martin, Jane Mitchell, Costanza De Salvia, Dr Kevin Ruck, Simon Cavendish, Rachel Miller, Ann-Marie Blake, Salma Ali, Rachael Pearson, Russell Grossman, Crystle Pearce, Chris Carey, Laura Whitworth, Andrew Holland, Alan Oram, Andy Macleod, Rebecca Tarry
Ready to Turbocharge your comms, career and community?
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Member-only and paid events
Throughout the year, we host a number of thought-leadership events both virtually and in-person. These are free or at a discounted cost to members, though non-members are able to join by purchasing a ticket.
This includes our flagship annual IABC UK&I conference, which this year will take place in London.
Networking
We currently hold in-person networking on the last Thursday of each month in London, as well as in-person get-togethers in Leeds.
Open to members and non-members alike, these are friendly gatherings of like-minded communicators who want to grow their network and learn something new! Please feel free to share invitations with anyone who may find the event of interest. All are welcome.
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World Conference
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