Arrival registration with tea and coffee, plus the chance to network.
10/06/2026 11:00
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Welcome to eoaLive! from James de le Vingne - Chief Executive of the eoa, and headline sponsor Howden.
10/06/2026 11:30
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We’re thrilled to announce Philippa Tuttiett as keynote speaker for the inaugural eoaLive! event. Known for her leadership both on and off the pitch, she’s represented Wales at the highest levels of the game and later became a trailblazer in major rugby media coverage.
Her career’s been shaped by moments of triumph alongside unexpected personal challenges that reshaped her path and perspective.
Beyond sport, Philippa’s carved out a unique entrepreneurial journey and broken new ground.
Today, she brings together these diverse experiences to inspire audiences with insights on leadership, resilience, and navigating the unexpected. You’ll come away inspired with plenty of exciting advice to apply to your own personal and professional life.
10/06/2026 11:45
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The UK Employee Ownership Growth Strategy launched at the end of 2025, with a stretch goal of 10,000 EO businesses by 2030. Hear about the eoa’s progress to date and which sector we’re focusing on first in a series of targeted campaigns to grow the EO sector. We’ll also give an update on how we’ve been influencing policy through key relationships with Government teams. Our panel of speakers includes our CEO James de le Vingne, industry partners, and EO businesses, giving you an update on the strategy and how you can become an employee ownership advocate.
10/06/2026 12:15
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Lunch (provided) plus networking.
10/06/2026 13:00
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AI technologies represent a revolutionary, exciting, and a valuable time saver at work. It’s also scary, uncertain, a potential risk to our jobs, and a significant environmental burden. Whatever view you take on these new technological advances, AI isn’t going away and more and more of us are using it at work. But how should an employee owned business implement it responsibly and ethically to both benefit employees and help your EOB adapt for the future?
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Breakout Session 1
10/06/2026 14:10
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The UK’s Employment Rights Bill 2025 is the biggest change to workers’ rights in a generation. Businesses have a responsibility to act to implement change, a fact complicated in employee owned business where everyone has a stake and a say. This timely session will touch on what aspects of the Bill have already come into effect and those incoming for 2027. But the focus will be on the here and now, exploring changes arriving in October 2026. By attending, you’ll discover all the relevant areas to EO businesses and discover what you need to do and how to approach it. Plus, there’s plenty of opportunities to ask all your burning questions to an expert in the field. Is your EOB ready for a revolution in employee rights?
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Breakout Session 1
10/06/2026 14:10
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Join Fiona Bell and Thomas Pugh from eoa Supporter member RSM UK – a leading audit, tax, and consulting services provider – to get underneath the UK’s economic landscape, understand the tax and financial implications for your employee owned business, and help you plan for the future. The session will explore the latest economic data and provide informed forecasting for the second half of the year and beyond. Benefit from expert horizon scanning to anticipate potential scenarios and understand emerging risks and opportunities.
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Breakout Session 1
10/06/2026 14:10
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Employee owned businesses lead the way in terms of social impact and responsible business - with shared ownership and a commitment to people, community, and planet being part of their DNA. From charity support to inclusion and diversity and environmental impact, three of our members share how their EOBs have a positive impact on society, and which ethical business accreditations they’ve prioritised and why. They explain how they leveraged their purpose and the passion of their employees to address social issues and support employee voice, retention and wellbeing.
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Breakout Session 1
10/06/2026 14:10
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Employee ownership is a fantastic tool for social mobility, giving employees a stake and a say in a business they might not usually be able to access. Where else could an apprentice become CEO of a global business? Or a cleaner receive a bonus payment for a job well done? Or a founder hand over control of their business to the very people who made it a success? In this session, two eoa members share how they’ve helped their employees into good jobs with fair wages, supported their professional development, and provided jobs in disadvantaged and underserved communities. From careers support and education programmes to inclusive recruitment, apprenticeships, training, mentoring, and more – you’ll come away inspired with ideas to influence the careers and lives of the employees within your EO business.
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Breakout Session 2
10/06/2026 15:30
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Everyone has a stake and say in an employee owned business, able to make their voice heard and contribute to decision-making. But some employee owners go above and beyond, becoming EO champions that embody the values of employee ownership in everything they do, ensuring everyone’s voice matters, and ensuring EO can be felt in every aspect of the business. Becoming an EO champion also represents enormous personal and professional growth, with many advancing from voice groups to senior leadership. Look no further than any winners of the ‘Employee Owner of the Year’ award at the UK EO Awards for shining examples. Hear from a previous award winner to discover how being an EO champion shaped their career, leading to positive and profound impacts. You’ll be able to take plenty of advice and top tips back to your own business.
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Breakout Session 2
10/06/2026 15:30
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Employee ownership doesn’t always go to plan – especially on the first attempt. Many businesses have evolved their EO model, responding to challenges, market conditions, and more, demonstrating resilience and adaptability. This session will explore those challenges and how they’ve been overcome, leading to better, stronger EO businesses.
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Breakout Session 2
10/06/2026 15:30
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There’s no single blueprint for employee ownership. With different models, approaches, and governance options, it’s important that businesses understand all the options. This session will explore the mechanics of EO in a variety of different businesses, demonstrating the flexibility of EO. By hearing how employee ownership works in different businesses, you’ll be able to take best practice and key insight and apply it to your own EO business.
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Breakout Session 2
10/06/2026 15:30
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Join us before the Awards for a drinks reception, as we get ready for the evening celebration. Dress code: optional black tie.
10/06/2026 19:00
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Hosted by the eoa, and sponsored by Trustee member Howden , the Awards showcase stories of a Proudly Employee Owned sector that’s proven to deliver. Dinner is included with awards announced between courses.
10/06/2026 19:30
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Party for the rest of the evening with a live band and DJ entertainment.
10/06/2026 21:30
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