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Choose from over 8 sessions, 15 presentations and 30 speakers

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Insights, Solutions and Elevated Networking

Networking Welcome Reception

Networking Breakfast

Keynote Address: Leading with heart: A guide to cultivating belonging and building a purpose-driven workforce

Morning Networking Refreshments

Lunch

Afternoon Networking Refreshments

Dinner & Drinks Reception - The East Wing

Keynote Address: Predicting the Future of HR in 2024 and Beyond

End of Conference - Thank you for joining us!

Next-Generational Leadership

Digitising People Assessment

How HR Can Lead the Way in Digital Transformation

Avoiding Tokenism in Your DEI Strategy

Great Resignation to Great Regret: HR’s role in reviving  engagement & wellbeing

Enter Gen-Z: Intergenerational workforces

The Future-Ready Workforce: Resilient and Agile

Training’s new normal: Hybrid onboarding

Building authentic DEI strategy and recognising the importance  of belonging

Belonging and Inclusion Within Remote and Hybrid Working

The Expanded Role of Leadership in the Post-Covid World

The Evolution of HR Leaders Into Strategic Business Partners

Intergenerational Workforce and Retaining Gen Z

Inclusion & diversity in Talent Acquisition

Talent acquisition and retention in volatile markets

Building trust in global environments: Onboarding as a case study

Mastering executive transitions

Redesigning and implementing a brand-new end-to-end HR strategy

Designing and implementing an employee experience ecosystem

Workforce stabilization: Organizational change & resiliency

Putting Engagement at the Heart of Your Onboarding Journey

Where senior HR leaders gather to explore innovative people strategies, share proven workforce solutions, and build meaningful connections that drive organisational success. Whether navigating talent shortages, leading digital transformation in HR, or enhancing employee engagement, this summit empowers HR leaders with the vision, strategies, and networks to shape the future of work.

HR Leadership Summit | Autumn

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CONNECT HR is a peer-led leadership-focused event that is complimentary for qualified professionals. Discover strategies from field experts, research new solutions, and meet like-minded peers on your path to professional growth. Your invitation is waiting.

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Reserved for executives and tailored to support your professional and departmental goals. 

As an in-person attendee, you’ll receive the following at no cost:
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<li>One-night complimentary accommodation</li>
<li>All on-site catering provided</li>
<li>Multiple Networking Receptions with your senior-level peers (with open bar included)</li>
<li>Generous travel reimbursement</li>
<li>Dedicated team to tailor your experience</li>
</ul>

A Full Suite of VIP Benefits

Your time is valuable, which is why we skip the usual “wandering the exhibition hall” and connect you directly to relevant solution providers.
Tell us about your current challenges during registration, and we’ll arrange meetings with a tailored set of solution providers who can help. It’s a simple, highly effective way to conduct solutions research relaxed, no-pressure environment.

Curated Research Meetings

Key connections. Elevated ambience.

Customise the ideal experience to fit your busy schedule and connect from the comfort of your own home or office.
All presentations are available to watch on-demand., and our dedicated Attendee Relations team will work around your agenda to schedule all meetings.

Inspiration at a time that suits you

Since we can&#8217;t treat you to a renowned venue, luxury hotel or a delicious dining experience with an online event, we&#8217;ve designed a reward system worthy of your time.
All attendees who complete their meetings schedule will earn their choice of amazing rewards, including gift cards, Apple products, and charitable donations.

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We ‘re proud to work with the best in the business. By learning about your projects up front, we match you for One-on-One meetings with those best-suited to tackle the challenge.


Strategic Solutions by Category:

Meet our Solution Providers

Siniša Plavšin

VP Global Engagement, DEIB & Employer Brand

Kirstie Loveridge

Executive Vice President, People & Culture 

Sharon Wallace

Head of Tech D&I

Mandeep Rupra

Director of Equity & Culture

Ian Turner

Talent Director

Stephanie Lunn

Global People & Culture Director

Jag Johal

HR Director, Agile Transformation

Annika Allen

Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Jenn Barnett

People & Culture Director, Head of DEI & Sustainability

Hasan Reza

Head of Workforce Equity, D&I

Vicky Nash

 Head of HR, Vodafone UK Technology and European Digital Engineering

Rosaria Maria Bonifacio

VP & Head of People Partner Customer Experience

Past Speakers

Network and learn from the peers driving innovation in HR.

Online Speakers

Jackie Masters

Head of People and Organisational Effectiveness

Peter Michiels

Group Chief Alignment Officer & Chief HR, Internal Communications & Legal Officer

Margarita Echeverria

Global Head of Talent Assessment

John Rickan

HR VP - EMEA

Claire Thomas

Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer

James Edon-Williams

People Business  Partner

Priya Brar

Talent Acquisition Manager

Solveig Brustad

CHRO

Hamira Riaz

Vice President – Strategic Leadership

Nick Lynn

Senior Director of Employee Experience and Engagement

Damien Bernard

Head of People, Comdata  & SL&E

Head of Workforce Equity,  Diversity & Inclusion

Caroline Berns

Head of Diversity & Inclusion and Talent Acquisition Middle East & Africa

Nicola Ladisa

 HRO Director 

Steve Wood

Head of People Development

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Experience the difference. This is the only event truly catered to you and your individual needs.
Every event attendee is assigned a member of the attendee relations team from the moment your registration is complete. We get to know everything about what you’re looking to achieve with your professional and departmental goals.
Your attendee relations executive will work with you to build a talk track, find relevant solution providers, and handle every aspect of your attendance, all the way down to dietary needs. Complete your registration and leave the rest to us.

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We work closely with a handpicked selection of solution providers who make it all possible. 
Solution providers invest in accessing the event through sponsorship, which allows qualified delegates to attend at no cost. (And to receive some exclusive perks along the way). 
While there’s no “one type” of attendee we look for, we use the following as general guidelines for complimentary passes: 
&#8211; Company size: 100+ employees or annual revenue of £15m+ 
&#8211; Seniority level: Senior Manager or above 
&#8211; Intentions: We do not offer complimentary passes to consultants or sales representatives. (And of course, we ask that delegates be employed in the industry corresponding to the event they apply for).

Qualified Delegates Attend Free

We work closely with a handpicked selection of solution providers who make it all possible. 
Simply put, our solution providers underwrite the cost of the event, which allows invited executives to attend our Summits at no cost. Whether your choose to attend in-person or online, conference passes are always complimentary for qualified professionals.
For our in-person summits, this includes a one night hotel stay, all dining experiences, open bar, and a generous travel reimbursement. For online summits, attendees are eligible for up to £300 to spend in our rewards marketplace, similar to Amazon.

Our sponsors underwrite the majority of your cost of attendance.

Experience the difference. This is the only event truly catered to you and your individual needs.
Every event attendee is assigned a member of the attendee relations team from the moment your registration is complete. We get to know everything about what you&#8217;re looking to achieve with your professional and departmental goals.
Your attendee relations executive will work with you to build a talk track, find relevant solution providers, and handle every aspect of your attendance, all the way down to dietary needs. Complete your registration and leave the rest to us.

Your Summit experience is fully customised around you and your needs.

Personalised Experience

Come in with a challenge. Leave with options, contacts, and a game-plan.
Researching B2B solutions can be a long, frustrating process—especially when you’re already stretched thin. That’s what makes One-on-One meetings so powerful. Instead of wandering an exhibition hall, we ask about your priorities in advance, and arrange short, informal meetings with solution providers who match your needs.
It’s a fast, easy, and no-pressure way to handle month’s worth of solutions research with ease. As a thank you, our solution providers will cover your entire costs of the event, including your conference pass and other event benefits. It’s a win-win!

Make genuine progress with solution meetings tailored to your needs.

One-on-One Meetings

Quartz Network events are reserved for senior-level leaders, allowing you to connect with high-profile peers across a variety of networking receptions.
Our in-person events are known for attracting the top leaders in the industry. Since passes are invitation-only, we tailor our guest list to include the key decision-makers that are transforming their industry.
All in-person event include multiple networking receptions, where you’ll be able to mingle with your high-profile peers (we’ll even pick up your bar tab). You’ll also enjoy delicious catered meals alongside your fellow attendees, creating ample opportunities to create powerful new connections.

Connect with 100s of industry peers at our in-person leadership summits.

High-Level Networking

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HR Leadership Summit | Autumn

Online - Registration ClosedWeek commencing 10 November, 2025

Network and learn from the peers driving innovation in HR.

Online Speakers

Jackie Masters

Peter Michiels

Margarita Echeverria

John Rickan

Claire Thomas

James Edon-Williams

Priya Brar

Solveig Brustad

Hamira Riaz

Nick Lynn

Damien Bernard

Hasan Reza

Caroline Berns

Nicola Ladisa

Steve Wood

video testimonials from OUR SOLUTION PROVIDERS

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HR Leadership Summit | Autumn, UK

HR Leadership Summit | Autumn

Online - Registration ClosedWeek commencing 10 November, 2025

Network and learn from the peers driving innovation in HR.

Online Speakers

Jackie Masters

Peter Michiels

Margarita Echeverria

John Rickan

Claire Thomas

James Edon-Williams

Priya Brar

Solveig Brustad

Hamira Riaz

Nick Lynn

Damien Bernard

Hasan Reza

Caroline Berns

Nicola Ladisa

Steve Wood

video testimonials from OUR SOLUTION PROVIDERS

Meet our Solution Providers

Strategic Solutions by Category:

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