# Event Details - **Event Name**: BYP Leadership Conference & Careers Festival 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: LESS THAN 20 DAYS TO GO. YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY COULD START HERE.About this EventJoin BYP Network for its flagship annual event bringing together Black professionals, employers, recruiters, leaders, founders and ambitious talent for a day of career opportunities, practical insight, networking and meaningful connections.Whether you're looking for your next opportunity or preparing for your next leadership chapter, choose the experience that's right for you.TWO EXPERIENCES. ONE LANDMARK DAY.CAREERS FESTFor students, graduates, early-to-mid career professionals and career changers looking to develop their skills, meet employers, discover opportunities and accelerate their careers.Expect: Recruiting opportunities, employer sessions, networking, Careers Expo, practical career sessions and a keynote from Fatima Whitbread MBE.LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEFor mid-to-senior professionals, executives, founders and leaders exploring leadership, influence, business growth, belonging and the future of work.Expect: Senior level recruiting opportunities, thought-provoking sessions, networking and conversations on belonging, influence, business ownership, generational leadership and leading beyond success.MEET THE EMPLOYERSHear directly from organisations including Capco, Investec, Delta, BSI, RX Global, VodafoneThree, Macmillan Cancer Support, UNICEF UK, Beazley and others about careers, recruitment, professional growth and what they're looking for in talent.Event DetailsTheme: Rest. Review. ResetDate: Thursday, 17 September 2026Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMVenue: The Cumberland Hotel, LondonKindly see the detailed agenda at the end. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/9ee5a010-a951-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg CAREERS FEST 2026Practical sessions. Direct employer insight. Real career conversations.From Career Ownership and Reviewing Your Career Brand to Stand Out. Speak Up. Get Hired., Career Anxiety in an AI-Driven World and lessons industry leaders wish they knew earlier — Careers Fest is designed to give you practical insight you can take into your next career move.See the full Careers Fest programme below. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/9ef7a170-a951-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/9f05d240-a951-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1110-h740-dc785848-gmir.jpg LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE 2026REST. REVIEW. RESET.A focused programme of fireside conversations, panels and expert sessions exploring belonging, influence, leadership teams, business ownership, generational leadership and leading beyond success.Featuring Fatima Whitbread MBE, Investec, Delta, Joey Antwi-Kusi and leading professionals from across industries.See the full Leadership Conference programme below. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/9f151480-a951-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/9f2a4a30-a951-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1109-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg WHAT ATTENDEES, SPEAKERS & SPONSORS SAY"I enjoyed hearing about professionals who had pivoted from one industry to another, the challenges they faced and how it shaped them today." — Liliana, Attendee 2025"Some of the applications we received for our graduate programme came from the BYP Careers Fest. These individuals said they spoke to us there—hence they applied." — BSI, Partner 2025"The diversity in the talent was outstanding. It was an event that truly aligned to our organisation's values." — Macmillan Cancer Support, Partner 2025For group or corporate ticket enquiries, email: info@bypnetwork.co.uk"I enjoyed the leadership panels. The diverse professional background of all the speakers catered to both employees and entrepreneurs." — Attendee 2025"Did not expect to feel so seen in the first 30 minutes... Genuinely left feeling like my setbacks were actually setting me up." — Attendee 2025"The content and speakers were excellent. Great calibre of attendees which matched the type of jobs we have." — RX Global, Partner 2025"The speakers on the Founder's panel kept it real. No fluff. Just the truth about what building actually looks like." — Attendee 2025"It was such a brilliant event, really well put together and impactful. I am proud to have been a part of it." — Atinuke Awe, Speaker 2025"The only networking event I have been to that I enjoyed and felt empowered, like I truly got value from the space." — Georgiana, Attendee 2025Watch the 2025 Highlight Video.https://youtu.be/qE_PW1676Xk?si=fOVUgIQuDTz0fze-IS THIS FOR YOU? YES!Whether you're launching your career or leading at the highest level, there's an experience designed for you.Careers FestPerfect for:Students and graduatesEarly-to-mid career professionalsCareer changers and career pivotersGain practical career advice, connect with employers, build your network and leave with actionable insights to help you stand out and get ahead.Leadership ConferencePerfect for:Managers and senior professionalsExecutives and directorsFounders and entrepreneursAspiring leadersExplore the conversations shaping the future of leadership, influence, business growth and the world of work alongside senior leaders and decision-makers. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/9f437780-a951-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1200-h633-dc080808-gmir.jpg Conference Agenda🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PMArrival, Registration & LunchInfo: Registration, Networking Lunch & Partner Expo (Expo continues all through the event)🕑: 01:05 PM - 01:50 PMOpening Fireside ChatHost: Fatima Whitbread MBEInfo: Reset to Rise — Turning Setbacks into Your Greatest Advantage 🕑: 01:50 PM - 02:30 PMInvestec SessionHost: Jason SpiveyInfo: Beyond Inclusion: Embedding Belonging Into Everyday Leadership 🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:25 PMDelta SessionHost: Professor Doyin AtewologunInfo: Leadership Beyond Difference: Building High-Performing Teams in a Complex World 🕑: 03:25 PM - 04:00 PMFireside ChatHost: Ifeoma Nembhardt Info: The Franchise Route — An Alternative Path to Business Ownership & Wealth Creation + Q&A🕑: 04:15 PM - 04:45 PMThe PanelHost: Dionne Longmore Info: The Influence Advantage — Building Visibility, Credibility and Impact Beyond Your Role 🕑: 04:45 PM - 05:15 PMThe PanelHost: Elaine Cunningham-WalkerInfo: Leadership is Generational — Raising the Next Generation of Leaders + Q&A 🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:05 PMClosing PanelHost: Shanara HibbertInfo: Executive Edge — Leading Beyond Success: The Resilience, Influence and Growth Required for the Next Level + Q&A Careers Fest Agenda🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PMArrival, Careers Expo, Lunch & Networking🕑: 01:35 PM - 02:20 PMCapco SessionHost: Millicent LarteyInfo: Career Ownership: Taking control of your professional growth 🕑: 02:20 PM - 02:35 PMKeynote Address - Fatima Whitbread MBE – World Javelin Champion | Olympic MedaHost: Fatima Whitbread MBE🕑: 02:35 PM - 03:20 PMRX Global SessionHost: Fontaine ChambersInfo: Review Your Career Brand: How You're Perceived Before You Enter the Room🕑: 03:30 PM - 03:55 PMCareer LabHost: Chido MatiyengaInfo: Career Lab: Stand Out. Speak Up. Get Hired.🕑: 03:55 PM - 04:40 PMCareer Accelerator PanelHost: Marcia McFarlane Info: Lessons Industry Leaders Wish They Knew Earlier + Q&A 🕑: 05:05 PM - 05:55 PMAI & Career AnxietyHost: Gospel Omotosho Info: AI & Career Anxiety: Navigating Career Decisions in an AI-Driven World + Q&A - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/byp-leadership-conference-and-careers-festival-2026/100001991897197137 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, festivals, exhibitions, meetups, meet-and-greet, performances, entertainment, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 4 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours - Location: The Cumberland Hotel, London - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 150, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Cumberland Hotel, London - **lat**: 51.51364040000001 - **long**: -0.1588683 - **full address**: The Cumberland Hotel, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: BYP Leadership Conference & Careers Festival 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0e63184110de693f76ca2e30aeacc8cbeb9d3771c4186d5784542198b476ad9b-rimg-w1200-h675-dc61292a-gmir.jpg?v=1783359757 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is BYP Leadership Conference & Careers Festival 2026 being held? - **A:** BYP Leadership Conference & Careers Festival 2026 takes place on Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm at The Cumberland Hotel, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing BYP Leadership Conference & Careers Festival 2026? - **A:** BYP Leadership Conference & Careers Festival 2026 is organized by BYP Network. - **Q**: Who is this event for? 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