Stakeholder Engagement Summit 2023

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The stakeholder engagement event of the year

The Stakeholder Engagement Summit 2023 brought together engagement professionals from a wide range of sectors to share ideas, lessons learned and practical approaches to stakeholder engagement. Held in Birmingham, the day was all about real experiences, open conversations and what effective engagement looks like on the ground.

The sessions sparked plenty of discussion and offered practical insights for all engagement professionals. The videos and presentations from the day are available to view below.

The event

Join us in Birmingham for the Stakeholder Engagement Event of the Year!

As organisations navigate complex challenges, the importance of engaging stakeholders has never been more evident.

Stakeholder engagement and management practices must adapt to meet the evolving needs of communities and leverage technological advancements.

The Stakeholder Engagement Summit brings together industry leaders, luminaries, and professionals to exchange knowledge, best practices and ideas.

Gain valuable insights from experts and unlock strategies to enhance your stakeholder relationships.

Let's discuss the future of stakeholder relations and how we can drive positive change in organisations and communities.

The speakers

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Lyndsey Stainton Head of Stakeholder Engagement | SSEN Distribution

Rhion Jones Director | The Consultation Guru

Lucy Dixon-Thompson Stakeholder & Engagement Manager | Transport for the South East

Nikki Berry Stakeholder Engagement & Consultation | Engage Agency

Gary Stokes Head of Global Stakeholder Engagement | National Grid

Hannah Dineen Director | Grasshopper Communications

Anthony Hull Head of Development | Tractivity

Caroline Latta Director | Stand

Paul Parsons Director | Stand

The agenda

08:30 - 9:20

Meet & greet

Registration and welcome

09:20 - 09:30

Welcome & opening remarks

Paul Rivers | Tractivity

09:40 - 10:10

Planning and delivering an effective engagement strategy

Lyndsey Stainton | SSEN

10:20 - 10:50

How to win stakeholder trust

Nikki Berry | Engage Agency

11:00 - 11:30

Coffee Break

Morning break and refreshments

11:40 - 12:10

The magic of stakeholder mapping

Rhion Jones | The Consultation Guru

12:20 - 12:50

The 'golden thread' of stakeholder engagement

Gary Stokes | National Grid

13:00 - 14:00

Lunch

Networking and lunch

14:00 - 14:30

The challenges of engaging across a wide geography

Lucy Dixon-Thompson | Transport for the South East

14:40 - 15:10

Inclusive engagement: the importance of listening to all voices

Paul Parsons & Caroline Latta | Stand

15:10 - 15:40

Coffee break

Afternoon break and networking

15:40 - 16:10

What is ‘success’ in stakeholder management?

Hannah Dineen | Grasshopper Communications

16:20 - 16:50

How AI can impact stakeholder engagement

Anthony Hull | Tractivity

16:50 - 17:00

Closing

Paul Rivers | Tractivity

17:00 - 18:30

Drinks reception

Drinks reception and networking

FAQ

Who's the event for? The event is open to all professionals seeking to build better connections with their stakeholders in various capacities. Please note that the event is not intended for product/service providers. We kindly reserve the right to decline ticket sales to individuals representing such organisations.

Does the venue offer wheelchair access? Yes, the event venue provides disabled access (lift to the 1st floor where the event will be held).

Is there parking?

Yes, there are parking spaces available at no cost and easy access from all major road routes.

What does the ticket include?

The ticket gives you access to all the event talks, plus lunch and refreshments throughout the day.

Refund policy There are no refunds after September 1st 2023. Please contact us using the form below if you have any questions.