FutuHRistIC

Festival 2026

17 - 20 Nov 2026

London, UK

17-20 Nov 2026

12th Annual

FutuHRistIC 2026 – HR and Internal Communications Festival

Connecting people, culture, and communication since 2012

12th Annual FutuHRistIC 2026 brings together HR, Internal Communications, employee engagement, workplace culture, and leadership professionals for four days of conferences, workshops, networking, and strategic insight in London.

Designed for forward-thinking organisations and people leaders, the festival explores the ideas, trends, and strategies shaping the future of work.

Festival of People & Engagement

FutuHRistIC 2026 is a four-day HR and Internal Communications festival bringing together senior HR leaders, Internal Communications professionals, employee engagement specialists, and workplace culture experts who understand that culture is not built in isolation. It is shaped through people, leadership, and communication working in alignment.

Held in London from 17–20 November 2026, FutuHRistIC is designed for professionals responsible for employee experience, engagement, organisational culture, leadership communication, and the future of work.

The festival responds to a simple reality: workplaces have changed, employee expectations have shifted, and the connection between HR and Internal Communications has never mattered more.

Too often, these functions operate side by side rather than together. Yet a strategy without clear communication struggles to land, and communication without people insight lacks depth. FutuHRistIC creates the space for both disciplines to meet, challenge ideas, and build stronger approaches to engagement, communication, and workplace culture.

Across four carefully structured days, the festival moves from strategic HR conversations to practical workshops, from joint HR and Internal Communications dialogue to a dedicated Internal Communications conference focused on employee engagement, leadership communication, and organisational culture.

Each day builds on the next, creating a connected experience rather than a collection of disconnected sessions.

FutuHRistIC is for leaders who believe that high-performing organisations are built on clarity, trust, communication, and shared purpose, and who are ready to shape the future of work.

Why Attend FutuHRistIC Festival?

✔ Practical case studies from global organisations
✔ Real discussions on culture, leadership, and engagement
✔ Workshops designed for implementation, not theory
✔ Senior-level networking
✔ A curated, high-quality delegate experience

Who Should Attend FutuHRistIC Festival?

• HR Directors
• Chief People Officers
• Heads of Internal Communications
• Employee Experience Leaders
• Organisational Development Professionals
• Corporate Communications Directors
• Culture & Engagement Specialists

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FutuHRistIC Festival Speakers

Learn from Global HR & Internal Communications Leaders.

Hear from senior HR, Internal Communications, employee engagement, and workplace culture professionals shaping the future of work.

Magdalene Arthur

Senior People Partner, WHSmith

Allan Morling

Founder & Behavioural Change Consultant, Leadership EQcellence

Terri Duhon

Non Executive Director, Risk Chair, Wise and Rathbones

Shalini Gupta

Head of Internal Communications, Arup

Rob Hosking

International TEDx motivational speaker

Louise Thompson

Leadership coach, Louise Thompson Leadership Coaching

Brooke Hobson-Jones

Corporate Internal Communications, Landsec

Vidya Murali

Director, Business Operations, Skyscanner

Jon Bates

Employee and Leader Communications, Microsoft

Hala Al-Balushi

Internal Communication Manager, Omantel

Tatiana Chagas

Senior Global Mobility & Immigration Specialist, International Employment, PM group

Hannah Harrop

Head of HR Security, OCS

Amber (Stoten) Douglas

Learning & Development leader UK & Europe, IWG Plc

Kate Hinder

Inclusion and Wellbeing Lead, Business in the Community

Emma Wilson-Wyer

Senior People & Impact Manager, KAEFER

David Hippolite

Senior People Partner, Victoria and Albert Museum

Sylvie Delacroix

Inaugural Jeff Price Chair in Digital Law, King's College London

Esther Kuku

Director of Communications and Engagement, Resuscitation Council UK

Natasha Liedl-McDowall

Internal Communication partner to Operations, LSEG

Howard Krais

Co-Founder ,True

Program

The Festival runs through all 4 days from 17- 20 Nov 2026.
London, UK

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Location

GD Building, Grand Conference Room

London, UK

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Sponsors and Partners

Our sponsors are carefully selected partners who support HR and Internal Communications leaders in building stronger cultures, improving employee engagement, and shaping the future of work.

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FAQ

What is FutuHRistIC Festival?

FutuHRistIC is a four-day HR and Internal Communications Festival held in London, bringing together senior leaders responsible for people strategy, employee engagement, culture, and corporate communications.

Who should attend FutuHRistIC Festival?

The FutuHRistIC Festival is designed for HR Directors, Chief People Officers, Heads of Internal Communications, Employee Experience leaders, Organisational Development professionals, and senior communication specialists seeking practical insight and strategic discussion.

Is FutuHRistIC an HR conference or an IC conference?

It is both. FutuHRistIC combines a strategic HR Summit, practical workshops, a joint HR and IC conference, and a dedicated Internal Communications conference, creating one integrated experience across four days.

Where is FutuHRistIC Festival held?

FutuHRistIC takes place in London, UK, welcoming delegates from across the UK and internationally.

Can I attend individual days of the FutuHRistIC Festival?

Yes. Delegates may register for specific days or attend the full four-day festival experience, depending on their focus and availability.

Are sponsorship opportunities available?

Yes. Organisations that provide services or solutions supporting HR, employee engagement, leadership, digital workplace, or internal communications can explore partnership opportunities with the FutuHRistIC team.

Is FutuHRistIC Festival suitable for international delegates?

Yes. FutuHRistIC welcomes HR and Internal Communications professionals from the UK and internationally who are looking to connect, learn, and share best practice in a global context.

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FutuHRistIC 2026 – HR & Internal Communications Festival London

Connecting people, culture, and communication since 2012

17-20 November 2026, London, UK

FutuHRistIC is a London-based HR and Internal Communications festival focused on employee engagement, workplace culture, leadership, communication, and the future of work.

Built on 12 years of HR and Internal Communications conferences, FutuHRistIC 2026 takes place from 17–20 November 2026 and brings together HR leaders, Internal Communications professionals, employee experience specialists, and workplace culture experts for four days of learning, collaboration, networking, and discussion.

The festival combines conferences, practical workshops, networking experiences, and strategic sessions designed to help organisations strengthen communication, build stronger workplace cultures, and create more engaged teams.

From leadership communication and employee engagement to AI in HR and organisational culture, FutuHRistIC explores the challenges, trends, and opportunities shaping modern workplaces.

Why Professionals Attend FutuHRistIC Festival

FutuHRistIC 2026 offers HR and Internal Communications professionals an opportunity to step away from day-to-day pressures and engage in meaningful conversations about employee engagement, workplace culture, leadership, communication, and the future of work.

The festival combines strategic insight with practical learning through real-world case studies, interactive workshops, and senior-level discussions designed to support modern organisations navigating change, culture, and employee expectations.

Attendees will gain actionable ideas, hear directly from global organisations, explore emerging workplace trends, and connect with professionals shaping the future of HR, Internal Communications, and employee experience.

Who Should Attend FutuHRistIC Festival?

FutuHRistIC 2026 is designed for HR professionals, Internal Communications leaders, employee engagement specialists, people and culture teams, organisational development professionals, employee experience leaders, and senior business decision-makers shaping modern workplaces.

FutuHRistIC – HR and Internal Communications Festival in London organised by BOC Global Events & Training Group.

Organised by BOC Global Events & Training Group

FutuHRistIC Festival 2026 is organised by BOC Global Events & Training Group, an established international events and training organisation with more than a decade of experience delivering global conferences, awards, professional development programmes, leadership events, and business gatherings for international audiences.