The HR Consultancy Festival 2026

Connect. Learn. Celebrate. Grow.
📍 Hilton NEC, Birmingham – May 13th 2026

Where the UK’s HR Consulting Community Comes Together

Following the success of our sold-out 2025 event, The HR Consultancy Festival 2026 is back , bolder, and more inspiring than ever.

This is the must-attend event for ambitious HR and People Consultants, coaches, partners and industry leaders who want to connect, grow and shape the future of work. It’s a day packed with powerful learning, practical strategies, meaningful conversations and unforgettable moments all designed to help you elevate your consultancy and unlock new opportunities.

Whether you’re in your first year of consulting or scaling an established business, the Festival is your chance to step into a space built entirely for people like you. 

 Why Attend?

Inspiration that drives action
Hear from industry-leading speakers who challenge thinking, spark ideas and share real-world strategies you can apply immediately. Previous speakers have included Sarah Hamilton-Gill, Andy Lancaster, Shay McConnon, Steph Bonnie, and Debbie Crompton.

Networking that matters
Meet like-minded consultants, potential collaborators, partners and clients. With 95% of 2025 attendees making valuable new connections, you’ll leave with a stronger network and fresh opportunities.

Celebration of excellence
Our annual HR Consultancy Awards recognise outstanding achievements across the consulting community. In 2025, double-award winner Angela Senior and many others were celebrated for innovation, impact and leadership.

Insights and growth opportunities
Discover new tools, tech and trends from our exhibitor partners, explore collaboration opportunities, and leave with actionable ideas to grow your consultancy faster.

A community like no other
Described by attendees as “buzzing,” “uplifting,” and “the must-attend HR event of the year,” the Festival is a place where you’ll feel supported, inspired and part of something bigger.

 2025 by the Numbers

• 92% rated speakers as Excellent

• 95% made valuable new connections

• 88% rated the event great value for money

• Over a dozen consultants and teams celebrated at the Awards

• 100+ consultants, partners, and sponsors in attendance

What Past Attendees Said

“I walked in feeling unsure if I belonged… and left inspired, connected, and confident about the future.”
“The energy in the room was buzzing this is what the HR community is all about.”
“I AM BUZZING! The must-attend HR event of the year.”

Save the Date & Join Us in 2026

Plans are already underway for The HR Consultancy Festival 2026, with an even bigger speaker line-up, more exhibitor opportunities, and fresh new ways to connect and collaborate.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the UK’s most exciting HR consulting event. 🚀

👉 Register your interest now to be the first to hear when tickets go on sale and secure your place at a day that could transform your consultancy.