Learning from the best in HR – The CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition 2017 #cipdACE17 #hrblog

Each year there are 1000s of people that pay to attend The CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition 2017 (#CIPDACE17). Unfortunately, if you have a limited budget this can be a challenge. One of the best secrets of the CIPD annual exhibition is the free session that takes place around the exhibition floor. These make great free CPD activity for busy HR professionals. Below is a roundup of what to look for this year:

To find each location follow these links:

WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA – FUTURE OF WORK ARENA – TOPIC TASTER ARENA

DAY 1 08 Nov 2017

DAY 1 08 Nov 2017 09:30 – 10:00
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Emerging employment law changes to affect business

A concise and relevant insight into upcoming changes to legislation set to affect organisations of all sizes in the UK, how to prepare, and consequences to consider now. Organisation: Croner

09:30 – 10:00- DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

How technology has transformed the learning experience

In a session collaborating with The Engagement Coach, we discuss how technology has transformed the learning experience throughout the work environment. Organisation: Virtual College Ltd

09:30 – 10:00 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Difference and belonging – all together now

An effective Diversity strategy will maximise your competitive edge in a rapidly changing world, it simply isn’t a matter of do’s and don’ts. We believe by focusing on belonging you turn the dial on diversity (or difference as we call it) and that’s when you reap the dividend difference brings….

10:15 – 10:45- DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

How to use digital to maximise your apprenticeship levy opportunity

Find out how leading organisations are using digital delivery to overcome barriers of entry to apprenticeships. Discover ways to maximise your organisation’s levy opportunity with a live Q&A session. Organisation: AVADO

10:15 – 10:45- DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

HR evolution, what’s next?

How will workplace experiences evolve to engage Millennials and the Entrepreneurial generation? A panel of prominent, exemplary employers outline their visions for innovation and our HR styles of the future. Organisation: Top Employers Institute

10:15 – 10:45- DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Designing a holistic workplace wellbeing programme

Understand how employee wellbeing impacts productivity and the profitability of an organisation and the importance of an all-inclusive wellbeing strategy. In this session, we explore how wellbeing strategies need to evolve to incorporate company culture as well as physical, emotional and financial aspects of employees’ health. Organisation: Premier

11:00 – 11:30 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

The war for talent – psychological & HR solutions

Psychological models and methods can add huge value to HR practice. Hear from a world-leading personality psychologist about the role of psychology, the future of HR and the war for talent. Organisation: Thomas International

11:00 – 11:30 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

How it pays to be ‘Passive Aggressive’ in attracting top talent

Engaging with passive as well as active talent is more critical than ever. With millennial audiences spending their time on social platforms and researching prospective employers for a ‘values’ fit, we will show how employers must and can engage with talent across various media using the latest technology. Organisation: Monster…

11:00 – 11:30 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

How to become a destination employer

Your organisation’s people experience plays an instrumental role in attracting and retaining the best talent. This thought-provoking session will highlight how organisations can maximise employee engagement at every touchpoint to build a healthier, happier and more productive workplace. Organisation: Access Group

11:45 – 12:15 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Live Interview with Baroness Martha Lane-Fox

Join us as we interview this year’s opening keynote speaker Baroness Martha Lane-Fox on all things related to technology, digital inclusion and their implications for the future of our society. Interview With Opening Keynote Conference Speaker

11:45 – 12:15 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

The Gig Economy and Automation: what does the future hold?

Our Employment partner will be addressing two highly topical and important related issues. In particular, we will explore the so-called “gig economy” and what it means for managing a future generation of atypical, flexible workers. Organisation: Steptoe & Johnson…

11:45 – 12:15 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Workforce management strategies for increasing employment engagement

Increasing the engagement levels of your staff is becoming ever more critical. Learn how improving your Workforce Management strategies can be a significant enabler in helping you achieve this. Organisation: Kronos

12:30 – 13:00 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Transformational Talent: Portrait of the High-Potential Workforce

Talent professionals know the allure of the exceptional hire, whose impressive CV, career path or charisma seem to guarantee high performance. We’ve been told the workforce contains a finite pool of these invaluable employees—but does it? What if you could look beyond standard recruiting assessments to identify more candidates with…

12:30 – 13:00 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

Digital HR: look to the future

To thrive in an uncertain and constantly changing world, HR needs to embrace digital working. Join this session for insights on moving to a more digital HR and ensure success. Organisation: Workday

12:30 – 13:00 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Swipe Right For Millennials

We look at the growing importance of the mobile recruitment market, various barriers that have curbed the potential returns, and the technology that is finally allowing mobile online recruitment to challenge traditional desktop apply flows Organisation: Monster Worldwide Ltd     To see this session and much more, register here for…

13:15 – 13:45 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Building a coaching culture with managers and leaders

Coaching has traditionally been used as a developmental tool for executives. This is changing, a growing number of organisational decision-makers recognise the capacity of coaching to empower, engage and develop employees. Organisation: International Coach Federation

13:15 – 13:45 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

Meet the Speaker – Live Interview with Prof Alexander Betts

Join us as CIPD’s Head of Policy interviews Prof Alexander Betts on his work on migration, Brexit, labour markets, and how the recent macro-political shifts will affect work the future of work and organisations. Conference Speaker Session

13:15 – 13:45 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Culture x engagement = performance. Turn the equation into reality

Explore the opportunity to create an integrated, holistic approach to understanding how all three elements work in your organisation. Join us for practical takeaways, insights and case studies from companies that are realising the benefits. Organisation: Hive

14:00 – 14:30 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

A brain science based approach to organisational transformation and agility

Many leaders and HR teams are frustrated with the pace of transformation they are achieving in their organisations and old approaches towards change, transformation, development and motivation of people can feel inadequate, dated and dull. In this session, we will think differently about how you might approach transformation, deliver dramatic…

14:00 – 14:30 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

Gamification: how a games mindset can drive wellness and engagement

Games are incredibly powerful at driving engagement, habit-formation and behavioural change. Learn how mechanisms from FIFA and Pokemon are successfully driving cultures of wellness and true employee engagement. Organisation: Totem – Engagement App

14:00 – 14:30 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Contagious conduct – what’s spreading in your organisation?

Our research shows employees infect each other with traits good and bad, especially when they find themselves in tricky situations. So how can businesses manage outbreaks? Organisation: ILM

14:45 – 15:15 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Hire, retain and develop the talent you need

Get practical advice and strategies based on research for attracting, retaining and developing the people you need to grow and innovate while learning how the word talent has been redefined. Organisation: Kogan Page

14:45 – 15:15 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

The AI explosion and its impact on the job market

The rapid progress in artificial general intelligence could reach human-level in the next few decades. This talk explores the huge consequences this has for jobs and society. Organisation: Adzuna

14:45 – 15:15 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

How can HR lead the drive for employee happiness?

Happiness is a key outcome of any wellbeing drive. How can HR broaden its influence to create an organisational culture that places employee happiness right at its heart? Organisation: PES

15:30 – 16:00 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Gender pay gap reporting: what, when and how, all you need to know to stay compliant

This is a one-stop shop for everything to do with Gender Pay reporting. What you need to do, who needs to be involved and the impact of getting it wrong, all discussed in this session. Organisation: NGA Human Resources

15:30 – 16:00 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

The future of learning: technology’s role in L&D

L&D technologies are changing how organisations deliver learning and share knowledge. We examine trends in technology usage and discuss how practitioners can deliver successful learning with technology. Organisation: CIPD

15:30 – 16:00 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Managing employees affected by cancer

By 2020, one in two people will get cancer at some point. Is your organisation equipped to support staff with cancer? Come for Macmillan’s top tips and Jamie’s story. Organisation: Macmillan Cancer Support

16:15 – 16:45 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Measuring employment feedback beyond engagement – The employee experience

As organisations move towards getting feedback on more than just engagement, find out why it’s catching on – and how you can meaningfully check in with your people throughout the lifecycle. Organisation: Qualtrics

15:30 – 16:00 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

The future of learning: technology’s role in L&D

L&D technologies are changing how organisations deliver learning and share knowledge. We examine trends in technology usage and discuss how practitioners can deliver successful learning with technology. Organisation: CIPD

16:15 – 16:45 – DAY 1 08 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

HR Ignite Labs

Join our five experts as they explore the latest HR trends through fast-paced fun presentations – guaranteed to entertain, provoke and inspire.

DAY 2 – 09 Nov 2017

09:30 – 10:00 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Meet the Speaker – Music and Leadership with Prof Gernot Schulz

Meet this year’s closing keynote speaker Prof Gernot Schulz in this bite-size session focusing on leadership and collaboration – for a taster on what organisations can learn from music performance, and what leaders can learn from orchestra conductors. Conference Speaker Session

09:30 – 10:00 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

The future of HR: emergent thinking for the people profession

This showcase will explore cutting edge thinking about the future of the People Profession and what key skills will be required by the professional of the future. Organisation: CIPD

09:30 – 10:00 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Business Effectiveness and Transformation

Join this session to find out more about an intentional relationship of influence that enables people to have a sense of belonging and be able to be their best selves and do their best work. Organisation: The Centre for Inclusive Leadership

10:15 – 10:45 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

The difference informed candidates can make to your talent pipeline

The Informed Candidate is one that is well-researched and engaged with your company, leading to a better fit, quicker on-boarding and ultimately a more productive employee. We reveal how to ensure that you are attracting thoughtful candidates who have the right expectations and why this approach will set your workforce…

10:15 – 10:45 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

Future work expectations of the millennial mindset

This interactive workshop highlights current and future trends in contemporary HR practice for managing expectations and increasing productivity of the millennial workforce through making efficient use of technology. Organisation: Birmingham City University

10:15 – 10:45 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Are your employees happy? Why continuous employee experience measurement matters

A constantly changing work-life and more versatile workforce requires companies to have continuous measurement of their employees’ experiences, in all areas of the workplace, to ensure organizational success. Organisation: HappyOrNot Ltd.

11:00 – 11:30 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Mastering strategic HR analytics: influence decisions & generate buy-in

To properly invest in and develop your talent, you need the evidence to support your proposals. Find out how people analytics can help you better influence decisions in the boardroom. Organisation: The Happiness Index

11:00 – 11:30 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

How it pays to be ‘Passive Aggressive’ in attracting top talent

Engaging with passive as well as active talent is more critical than ever. With millennial audiences spending their time on social platforms and researching prospective employers for a ‘values’ fit, we will show how employers must and can engage with talent across various media using the latest technology. Organisation: Monster…

11:00 – 11:30 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Wellness works: learnings that give your wellness strategy a boost

A well-planned wellness strategy can make a massive difference. The panel members will discuss benefits they’ve seen, challenges faced and what initiatives have worked well for these leading UK businesses. Organisation: babylon

11:45 – 12:15 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Practical strategies for retaining skilled EU staff through Brexit

Interactive discussion led by immigration and employment law specialists of lawful and creative ways to identify, monitor and retain staff affected by changes to immigration rules. Organisation: Kingsley Napley LLP

11:45 – 12:15 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK AREN

Are you winning the HR compliance race?

In the fast-paced environment of changing employment law, are you winning the race? In this session, we’ll run through the main employment law headlines and the hurdles awaiting employers. Organisation: MOL

11:45 – 12:15 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Influence emotion to motivate action: Communication techniques to engage any audience

Your success hinges on your ability to effectively communicate. From delivering critical information to stakeholders and providing constructive feedback to employees, to facilitating knowledge transfer and crafting clear messages, communication skills are critical for every leader. You will learn to captivate, engage, and influence behaviours and reactions to achieve desired…

12:30 – 13:00 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Transformational Talent: Portrait of the High-Potential Workforce

Talent professionals know the allure of the exceptional hire, whose impressive CV, career path or charisma seem to guarantee high performance. We’ve been told the workforce contains a finite pool of these invaluable employees—but does it? What if you could look beyond standard recruiting assessments to identify more candidates with…

12:30 – 13:00 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

Recruiting effectively through mobile in 2017 and beyond

With more candidates abandoning applications if the process is difficult to navigate, we’ll discuss the changes you need to make to your mobile recruitment, in order to hire effectively. Organisation: CV-Library

12:30 – 13:00 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

Swipe Right For Millennials

We look at the growing importance of the mobile recruitment market, various barriers that have curbed the potential returns, and the technology that is finally allowing mobile online recruitment to challenge traditional desktop apply flows Organisation: Monster Worldwide Ltd     To see this session and much more, register here for…

13:15 – 13:45 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Conflict in the workplace: from destructive to productive

Most of us have experienced conflict in the workplace at some point during our careers. It’s unfortunately, an unavoidable part of workplace relations. But while conflict can be very uncomfortable, can it also be productive? Organisation: Everything DiSC®

13:15 – 13:45 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

Using video to equip your future workforce

YouTube has become our magic mirror. We ask it a question and we immediately get an answer. Explore why video must be part of your development strategy. Organisation: iManage Performance Ltd

13:15 – 13:45 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

The value and impact of activating employee voice in the workplace

At the heart of high-performance working is the encouragement of the employee voice through seeking out, listening to and acting on employee views. This session will provide practical advice in enabling and activating employee voice, as well as how it can positively impact workplace productivity and performance. Organisation: Investors in…

14:00 – 14:30 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

Multi-culture management: how to promote difference to make a real difference

This session is a masterclass on multicultural management, creating value and innovation by eliminating psychological bias and promoting real difference. An academic-led interactive presentation using material from our Masters Degree in HR Management. Organisation: The Open University

14:00 – 14:30 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

The rise of generation C – changing nature of work-based learning

The presentation offers listeners a chance to hear our thoughts on what the future of work will look like and what the expectations of the new generation will be. Organisation: ICS Learn

14:00 – 14:30 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

The future of wellbeing, engagement and behaviours

A look ahead at what the future holds for wellbeing, engagement and behaviours. Organisation: BHSF Employee Benefits Ltd

14:45 – 15:15 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

What’s new in employment law resources?

A round-up of the latest employment law support and resources available from CIPD to help you deal with upcoming legal developments. Organisation: CIPD

14:45 – 15:15 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

How technology and processes have supported a successful engagement programme

How efficient processes enable a small HR team to focus on employee engagement, reducing employee turnover by 84% and gaining recognition as one of the UK’s best companies to work for. Organisation: CIPHR

14:45 – 15:15 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

GDPR and what it could mean for my business

With the advent of the biggest shake up in data protection for 30 years, join us to understand the implications to your business and what you need to do. Organisation: Natural HR Limited

15:30 – 16:00 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
TOPIC TASTER ARENA

How to become an employer of choice for young people

Are you facing challenges around the pace of change, the digital revolution, or recruitment issues because of Brexit? You should be attracting young workers (Gen Y) and reaping the benefits that they offer; working with Access Generation, we will show you how to adapt to survive. Organisation: Vacancy Filler Ltd

15:30 – 16:00 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
FUTURE OF WORK ARENA

L&D Ignite Labs

Join our five experts as they explore the latest L&D trends through fast-paced fun presentations – guaranteed to entertain, provoke and inspire.

15:30 – 16:00 – DAY 2 09 Nov 2017
WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT ARENA

The Future of Engagement

The world of work is changing, with demographics, technology, organisations and people themselves all evolving away from traditional patterns of work and employment. How do we harness these changes to build better places to work, that allow us, our businesses and our societies to thrive? Guest Session: Engage For Success

On the CIPD stand there is also a range of great sessions:

CIPD STAND PRESENTATIONS at CIPD annual conference and exhibition 2017

Join CIPD on Stand 400 for presentations throughout both days of the exhibition.

10:15-10:35 So, what do you mean by ethics?

Who would you trust more; a doctor, an estate agent or a HR practitioner? Join us as we state the case for ethics and its impact on our credibility as a profession, and showcase some of the work we’re doing to support our members.

10:45-11:05 Choosing the right CIPD qualification for you

Find out more about the different qualifications we offer and how being a professional member can support you throughout your studies, your work and your career.

11:15-11:35 CIPD volunteering: how can you get involved?

Discover how HR and L&D professionals can use their unique skills and experiences to volunteer and campaign for the benefit of others.

11:45-12:05 How to embed good HR practice in your organisation and stay legally compliant – New! CIPD HR-inform

A demonstration of the new Hri Lite and Hri Core offerings, with details of tools, features and benefits to subscribers.

12:15-12:35 Routes to professional membership: upgrading and experience assessment

How to further membership through upgrading and experience assessment and how to come into membership through EA.

12:45-13:05 Building resilience: how to manage pressure and optimise performance
To celebrate the launch of the CIPD’s new health and wellbeing workshops, this session will explore the nature of resilience, pressure and stress in the workplace and the tools you can use to improve performance.

13:15-13:35 Making the most of the apprenticeship levy

The introduction of the apprenticeship levy, and recent reform of apprenticeships themselves, has changed how apprenticeships are funded, what they look like, and who’s eligible to undertake one. We will be sharing advice on how to make the most of the levy, and giving insight on the challenges and the benefits.

13:45-14:05 Workforce planning and development: tackling post-Brexit labour and skills shortages
With expected migration restrictions limiting access to skills and labour, we showcase our new, comprehensive Brexit Workforce Planning guide to help HR practitioners navigate Brexit.

14:15-14:35 Cutting-edge thinking: CIPD’s The Future of HR and Learning hub

Find out how CIPD’s The Future of HR and Learning hub can help you further your continuous professional development in HR and L&D.

14:45-15:05 Current resourcing and talent trends: highlights from the CIPD/Hays 2017 report
This session will draw out the highlights from CIPD/Hays 2017 Resourcing and Talent Planning Survey, looking at areas such as recruitment and selection strategies, employers’ use of technology and talent and retention strategies.

15:15-15:35 How to embed good HR practice in your organisation and stay legally compliant – New! CIPD HR-inform
A demonstration of the new Hri Lite and Hri Core offerings, with details of tools, features and benefits to subscribers.

15:45-16:05 CPD and career support

Discover the latest CIPD career and CPD initiatives to support HR and L&D practitioners throughout their career.

Summary

Learning from the best in HR – The CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition 2017 #cipdACE17 #hrblog

I hope this page will help you plan your visit. There are many, many great sessions and a lot to learn. For those of you not able to attend, follow the #cipdace17 hashtag on Twitter, as I know there will be lots of people attending sessions and tweeting and blogging just for you!

Mike @Rapidbi