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HSO will be at the Socitm President's Conference 2026

Join sector leaders, innovators and practitioners at Socitm President’s Conference 2026, where ideas turn into action and leadership defines what comes next.

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When

June 9 - 10

Time

8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Location

Mercure London Earls Court, 47 Lillie Rd, London SW6 1UD

As public services evolve at a pace, the need for strong, aligned leadership has never been greater. President’s Conference 2026 brings together voices from across local government and the wider public sector to explore how we build organisations that are resilient, adaptive, and ready for the future.

Marking four decades of Socitm, this year’s conference looks ahead, focusing on what modern public service leadership should look like and how we can deliver meaningful outcomes for communities in a changing landscape.

Why you should attend

  • Insight that matters
    Hear from senior leaders and practitioners tackling real challenges across local government, from digital transformation to organisational change.

  • Practical takeaways
    Walk away with ideas, case studies and approaches you can apply immediately within your organisation.

  • A powerful network
    Connect with peers, partners and decision-makers across the public and private sectors.

  • A forward-looking agenda
    Explore how AI, data, leadership and collaboration are reshaping services and what it means for your role.

What to expect

Across two days, the conference blends keynote sessions, panel discussions and interactive breakouts designed to challenge thinking and spark new ideas.

You’ll explore themes including:

  • Leadership alignment and decision-making at scale
  • The future of citizen experience and digital services
  • Building partnerships that deliver real impact
  • Developing the next generation of public sector leaders
  • Practical innovation shaping local government today

Alongside the main programme, dedicated breakout sessions allow you to dive deeper into specific topics, learn from partners, and share experiences with peers

Meet our experts

  • Jane Forsyth

    Director - Customer Engagement Line of Business

  • Lindsey Al-Basri

    Head of ICT Projects, Oldham Council

  • Matthew Gratton

    Director of Digital, Oldham Council

  • Shilen Khimani

    Presales Consultant

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