Form the Future Annual Conference 2026

This flagship event, unique in bringing together a diverse audience of educators, employers, policymakers, and government officials, will include a full day of talks, panel discussions, debates, seminars, and networking, as well as lunch and all refreshments.

This important, one-day conference is being held at The Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, located on the Wellcome Genome Campus, Hinxton CB10 1SA, on Thursday, 29 January 2026.

Whether you're a headteacher, careers leader, a CEO, social value manager, HR director, an economic development professional, policy or skills lead, there will be a range of opportunities to gather the latest information, views and insights into this challenging development facing young people today.

The all-day event will include keynote speeches, seminars, and open debate, as well as extensive opportunities to network and make new connections.

We have a packed agenda covering the following themes:

• AI impact on Young People - problem or opportunity
• The Employer View - the impact of AI on early careers
• The Young Person's View - our Youth Panel debate the key issues
• Recruitment and Talent Acquisition
• Skills and Work Readiness
• AI & Education
• Emerging Skills Policy

Keynote speakers, panel sessions and workshops to be announced shortly.

Watch this video of our 2023 Conference

(as produced by Long Road 6th Form Students with Somersault)