# Event Details - **Event Name**: ACO Annual Conference 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 am – Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for a day of shared learning, collaboration and connection at ACO's flagship annual event, including our 2026 annual awards.About this EventACO's annual conference is back for 2026, taking place on 17 September at BMA House, London.Supported by CCLA, the flagship event brings together charity leaders, managers and frontline staff from across the sector for a day of shared learning, open discussion and genuine connection. Because we're more, together.This year's theme is Stronger together, shaping the future of charity support. The day will include:Ready for what’s next – the major trends shaping charities supporting individualsPanel session – what does the next era of charity services look like?Breakout discussion: The future beneficiary – how will the needs of the people we support change over the next five to ten years?No one left behind – keeping support accessible in a digital worldBuilding the Charity Workforce of TomorrowPartnership in Practice: What the Civil Society Covenant Means for CharitiesWe'll also be hosting our 2026 Annual Awards, celebrating achievement and impact across the ACO network.We hope to see you in September!Agenda?: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AMRegistration?: 09:30 AM - 09:50 AMIntroduction: Ready for What’s Next?Host: Donal Watkin – Chief Executive, ACO?: 09:50 AM - 10:45 AMWhat Does the Next Era of Charity Support Look Like? Host: Jodie Gill (ACO Chair)Info: A panel session led by our ACO chair featuring: Lewis Allett (Chief Executive, Cavell)  Pauline Matheson-Marks (Head of National Support Services, MND Association)  Marc Evans (Chief Executive, The Fishermen’s Mission)  Sarah Davies (Director of Charitable Services, Clergy Support Trust)?: 10:45 AM - 11:10 AMBreak?: 11:10 AM - 12:15 PMBreakout Discussion: The Future Beneficiary?: 12:15 PM - 12:45 PMPartnership in Practice: What the Civil Society Covenant Means for CharitiesInfo: Jamie Scudamore (Head of Partner Relations, No. 10 Partnerships Unit) ?: 01:30 PM - 02:15 PMReport launch: Insights from the FrontlineInfo: Understanding the Emotional Toll of Beneficiary Facing Roles in Charities with Claire Wornham-Fellows (Business Development Manager, Rightsteps) and Dr Evgenia Stefanopoulou (Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Turning Point)?: 02:15 PM - 02:50 PMNo One Left Behind: Keeping Support Accessible in a Digital WorldInfo: Elizabeth Anderson (Chief Executive, Digital Poverty Alliance)?: 02:50 PM - 03:10 PMBreak?: 03:10 PM - 04:00 PMBuilding the Charity Workforce of TomorrowInfo: Panel Session:  Matt Adams (Head of Division, TPP)  Suzi Dawes (Head of People & Culture, caba)  Mark Williams (Chief Executive, RMBF) ?: 04:00 PM - 04:20 PM£300, MultipliedHost: Andrew Robinson MBE (Head of Market Development, CCLA)?: 04:20 PM - 05:00 PM2026 ACO Awards Ceremony?: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PMDrinks Reception?: 06:00 PMClose - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/aco-annual-conference-2026/100001981103536006 - **Event Categories**: nonprofit, charities, business, conferences - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Door Time: 9:00 AM - Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes - Location: BMA House - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 210, max: 325, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: BMA House - **lat**: 51.52592070000001 - **long**: -0.12896 - **full address**: BMA House, Tavistock Square, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: ACO Annual Conference 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/6ea165b9b6a8a2a6c70b8a0ff478975b50741a27b82992e9ef189103ad31df70-rimg-w1200-h600-dcae4600-gmir.jpg?v=1781074282 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is ACO Annual Conference 2026 being held? - **A:** ACO Annual Conference 2026 takes place on Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 am to Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm at BMA House, Tavistock Square, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing ACO Annual Conference 2026? - **A:** ACO Annual Conference 2026 is organized by Association of Charitable Organisations. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** ACO Annual Conference 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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