Agenda
TBA
Keynote Speakers
We are delighted to announce a fantastic lineup of keynote speakers. Find out more about our speakers below.
Ella Sy
Insporational Speaker
Ella Sy bio
Ella Sy, Business Futures Strategy Director at GDR, helps retailers, brands, and hospitality leaders embrace innovation and future trends. A French native with Asian heritage and UK residency, Ella brings a global perspective and speaks four languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, and French. Passionate about driving business and human growth, she combines brand expertise and consumer insights to craft impactful strategies and narratives. Dynamic and relatable, Ella inspires audiences with her warm and engaging speaking style, making her a catalyst for meaningful change and innovation.
Oli France
Inspirational Speaker
Oli France bio
Oli leads teams through some of the world’s toughest environments, mastering resilience, leadership, and purpose in the face of extreme challenges.
Over 15 years, he’s tackled deserts, jungles, mountains, and conflict zones across 75 countries. In May 2024, Oli completed a historic 3,588-mile human-powered journey from Death Valley to Denali, part of his “Ultimate Seven” project to traverse the lowest to highest points on each continent.
His other expeditions include solo treks across Siberia, mountaineering from Hong Kong to Istanbul, and summits in Iraq and the Congo. A Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, Oli inspires others to redefine their limits.
Matthew Goodwin
Political Scientist and Author
Matthew Goodwin bio
Matthew Goodwin is an academic, bestselling writer and speaker known for his work on political risk and volatility. He has published widely on topics like the rise of populism, the future of the EU, Brexit, public opinion, Donald Trump and the future of politics. He is Associate Fellow at the Royal Institute of International Affairs, Chatham House and was previously Senior Fellow with the UK In a Changing Europe. Matthew successfully forecast the 2016 votes for Brexit and Donald Trump, the 2019 majority for Boris Johnson and the 2020 electoral college win for Joe Biden.
Shanti Kelemen
Chief Investment Officer, M&G Wealth
Shanti Kelemen bio
Shanti Kelemen is the Chief Investment Officer for M&G Wealth. She is responsible for the development and ongoing management of discretionary investment solutions, including model portfolio services, offered by M&G Wealth. She joined M&G Wealth in November 2021. Prior to joining M&G, she worked in private banking at the firms Coutts & Co and Brown Shipley. In addition to her role at M&G Wealth, Shanti is also part of the My Continuum Wealth investment team.
Timings
Arrive early to soak up the energy and make the most of every moment, allowing plenty of time to catch up with fellow Partners and importantly, our sponsors for the event.
Our National Conference will commence
Our Conference will close and will be followed by drinks reception
Our exclusive exhibition space will be transformed into a drink’s reception fit for the occasion. Primed for ease of access, this will no doubt be the perfect start to our evening entertainment.
Evening entertainment
TBA
Axel Blake
Winner of Britain’s Got Talent 2022
Axel Blake bio
Winner of Britain’s Got Talent 2022, London-born stand-up comedian Axel Blake is a rising star. The comic began his journey in 2008, and over the past decade, Axel has built his reputation playing the London comedy circuit as well as engaging fans on social media with his stories, shenanigans and sketches.
Despite building a loyal following allowing him to sell out a self-produced headline show at Indigo at The o2 in 2018, he did not receive mainstream success until auditioning for Britain’s Got Talent in 2022, which saw him receive Simon Cowell’s golden buzzer. His charismatic and captivating comedy won the hearts and laughs of the audience propelling him all the way to the finals and then on the win the coveted competition and a spot at The Royal Variety Show.
Prior to his commercial success, Axel’s career highlights included presenting for the likes of Crep Protect, UNILAD and SBTV and earning support slots alongside big names such as Eddie Griffin and Dave Chappelle.
A family man at his core, Axel fathers a son and daughter alongside his fiancée and often shares a glimpse into his everyday life through the lens of his animated persona on social media.
At its essence, Axel Blake’s comedy is a truthful and observational style of stand-up built from personal encounters and his years of experience on the scene
Dress Code
Please note that the dress code for this event is business attire.
Our dress code for the evening will be smart casual.
Sponsors
We are delighted to be joined by some of our product providers, where you will have the opportunity to network in our conference exhibition rooms.
Location and Parking Arrangements
Located in the heart of Birmingham City Centre, on Broad Street, the hotel is easily accessible by road, rail and air. With nearby train stations such as Birmingham New Street on the doorstep, it is a convenient destination wherever you are visiting from.
Should you be travelling by car, there is secure onsite parking available at St Martins Place adjacent to the venue.
To access parking please use the entrance at the side of St Martins Place. You can access via St Martins Street, B15 1ED.