The BII People Conference brings together leading voices from across the hospitality industry to share best practice and innovation, as well as challenging our thinking around helping our teams thrive. Our people are the very heart of hospitality businesses, and how we recruit, retain and develop them will always be key to our success as a sector.
We are pleased to announce that our People Conference will be returning on November 19th 2026, be sure to save the date! To view the panels and speakers from our previous People Conference, please see below.
At People Conference 2026, our individual speakers bring more than credentials; they bring lived experience, bold perspectives, and a willingness to speak the truth.
Each one takes the stage with a dedicated presentation crafted to spark thought, shift mindsets, and move the conversation forward. These are not generic talks — they’re personal, provocative, and packed with real-world insight.
Ex-Royal Marine & Extreme Adventurer
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KAM Insight
The Windsor Castle
Hear from our panel of insightful operators, as they discuss workplace culture and how they support employees to create a great environment that works for them.
KAM Insight
The Plough
The Squirrels
Bhayani Law
HIT Training
A panel bringing together hospitality operators and employees alike, to share real experiences, practical insights and the approaches that make a difference every day.
BII
The Tollemache Arms
The Tollemache Arms
The Royal Dyche
The Royal Dyche
The Woodman, Ruislip
The Woodman, Ruislip
Chris Welham chairs a talk on metal health in hospitality, covering prevention measures, early day signs and the steps you can take to get the correct support.
LTC
Punch Pubs
Crack on Leadership
Robinson’s Brewery
Three Horseshoes
Three Horseshoes
A conversation recognising the people, passion, and purpose behind hospitality, exploring what makes the industry special and what continues to keep us inspired.
Hospitality Jobs UK
Hoste
Chickpea Group
Warwick Street Kitchen
Hoste
