ACF conference 2026

Programme

25 November, 8.30am–6pm

Please note, the agenda and timings are subject to change.

Time			Session
8.30am			Registration and networking – arrive early to check in and enjoy a tea or coffee and facilitated introductions
9.45am–10.35			Opening keynote and Q&A – hear from Alison Goldsworthy as we set the tone for the day
10.35am–11am			Morning break	-
11am–12pm			Morning breakout choices – choose from curated sessions led by ACF members and experts, or take a step back to network and reflect
12.15pm–1.10pm			Panel session followed by Q&A – a dynamic panel explores the theme
1.10pm–2.05pm			Networking lunch – enjoy a relaxed lunch while connecting with exhibitors and fellow attendees
2.15pm–3.15pm			Afternoon breakout choices – dive deeper into the curated sessions led by ACF members and experts, or take a step back to network and reflect
3.15pm–3.40pm			Afternoon break
3.40pm–4pm			Special guest speaker
4pm–4.50pm			In conversation with ACF's chief executive – fireside chat between Patrick Butler and ACF chief executive Carol Mack OBE
5pm–6pm			Networking drinks – unwind and connect at our closing reception

ACF conference 2026 is kindly supported by our Official Partners

ACF conference 2026 is kindly supported by our corporate partners