BAR Workplace Relocation Group Seminar 2026

The WRG Seminar returns to the Forest of Arden for an unmissable event, with a selection of highly engaging and thought-provoking speakers.

About this event

Event lasts 6 hours

🌟 The WRG Sell-Out Seminar Is Back— and More Critical Than Ever! 🌟

If you’re involved in workplace relocation and change, at whatever level this is your chance to stay ahead of the sweeping changes reshaping our industry. Waiting to adapt isn’t an option - it’s time to future-proof your approach now.

Start the New Year by joining your industry peers for networking and knowledge, at what could be the most impactful event of your Q1 business calendar.

What You’ll Gain (That Others Won’t)

We’ve curated an exceptional lineup of speakers to share groundbreaking insights and practical tips designed to give your business a competitive edge.

Here’s a sneak peek of just some of the game-changing insights you’ll walk away with:

✅ Understanding what motivates employees

Professional trainer, speaker, facilitator and all-round FM guru Beth Goodyear will provide practical insights into how employee productivity, engagement and retention can be improved through an understanding of mental health, at a time when employee well-being and resolve is nearing an all-time low.

✅ The secrets of FM procurement sourcing strategies

Lucy Jeynes from Larch Consulting is a highly experienced infrastructure services expert, with a reputation built on solving facilities management challenges using innovative and effective approaches. Voted a ‘Pioneer of FM” and one of the ’20 most influential women in FM’, Lucy reveals the links between strategy, people and processes, providing actionable strategies and innovative solutions to enable delegates to improve their tendering success rates through more effective and dynamic approach methods.

✅ Presidency and Membership Value for Money: Sarah Cole

BAR President and MD of Universal Commercial Relocations Sarah Cole is a past Chair of the Commercial Moving Group. Sarah will share her aims for her Presidential term and present the goals of the BAR’s new Director General Andrew Large, as the Association seeks to define its own membership value, as well as navigating the corridors of Westminster and beyond to support the BAR’s lobbying.

But that’s not all! As a delegate you’ll also benefit from:

Here’s what makes this seminar a can’t-miss experience:

✅ An update from WRG Chairman Rob Poyner on the Group’s strategies for 2026 and beyond, plus announcing the next Chair of the Group!

✅ Ample Networking opportunities

And…

👉 FREE refreshments throughout the day

👉 FREE Lunch

👉 FREE Parking

Who Will Benefit?

This event is for YOU if:
✅ You work in Workplace Relocation and Change, within ANY sector

✅ You’re serious about staying ahead of the industry curve
✅ You want to gain an edge over competitors by leveraging the latest tools, strategies, and insights.

Meeting change, head on!

From technology integration and an increasing emphasis on the employee experience, to a more strategic focus on a diversified workforce ecosystem - transformation of the workplace is well underway, and it all impacts heavily on contractors.

💡Discover how your business can understand what these changes are and how to seize the initiative in meeting those challenges. This is a must-attend event for anyone who carries out any type of workplace relocation.

Missing out really could mean missing out on vital knowledge and missing out on tender wins! 🏆

Seize the Day!

Don’t wait until the New Year to book your place at the Workplace Event of the Year. Last year, we sold out in record time—and this year will be no different.

❌ DON’T be that person who goes to book up in January only to find that the event is already sold out!

✅ Instead, DO be that person who planned ahead and will benefit from insights, strategies, and connections to keep you ahead of the competition.

🚨 Don’t Wait—Secure Your Spot Today! The first 20 bookings will receive a FREE goody bag on the day🚨

👉 Reserve Your Place Now

If you DIDN’T go last year, see why you don’t want to miss out again! (And if you DID attend, here’s a reminder of why you’ll want to book up now!):