Grab your badge on entry, then head up to The Hall ahead of sessions kicking off at 13:00.

As we live longer, we are also expected to work longer. At the same time, the world of work is evolving rapidly. New technologies, a more uncertain global landscape, and increasing competition for talent are raising the bar for both employers and employees. 

So how do we create workplaces where people are not only able to perform, but also willing and energized to sustain their performance over time? And what role can benefits play in shaping a more sustainable and meaningful work experience? 

Reward strategy is evolving fast – but are organizations keeping up? Sharing some exclusive insights from our latest global research with HR leaders and employees, this session reveals four critical trends that will shape reward and benefits strategies in 2026.

From the growing business impact of wellbeing and benefits to the cultural shockwave of EU Pay Transparency, the data highlights both huge opportunity and a growing challenge for HR leaders. Because while HR teams are driving measurable gains in productivity, engagement and retention, many still struggle to translate those outcomes into the financial language CEOs and CFOs need to hear.

Don’t miss this forward-looking session from award-winning psychologist, bestselling HR author and Chief Innovation Officer at Benifex, Gethin Nadin, as he breaks down the key insights from the research and what they mean for reward leaders today – and the actions needed to stay ahead.

You’ll learn:

• Why benefits remain a critical lever for organizational success

• The cultural challenge behind EU Pay Transparency – and why many organizations aren’t ready

• The growing evidence that wellbeing and benefits investment drives business performance

• Why HR teams must translate employee outcomes into financial impact to secure future investment

Dive into 10 minutes of guided discussion with the senior reward leaders in the room – this is your time to build momentum alongside peers, Benifex experts and new connections.

The time when compensation consisted solely of salary is long gone. Today, most people expect more from their employer – both when choosing where to work and when deciding whether to stay. 

How can gross benefits be used more effectively as incentives within a benefits package? And how can employers work more strategically with financial wellbeing to create stability, security, and long-term engagement within their organizations? 

At the same time, many employers are facing new regulatory requirements. What role will the EU Pay Transparency Directive play in this shift – and what new expectations will it place on organizational culture, communication, and leadership? 

End the day on a high at our drinks reception – relax with great conversation and sweeping views of the harbour.