21/05/2026
The IEP Summit 2026 Drinks Reception is proudly sponsored by Beam, the AI-powered employability platform, offering delegates the perfect opportunity to connect and unwind as this year’s flagship event gets under way.
Taking place on Thursday 11 June at 116 Pall Mall – the prestigious home of the Institute of Directors – the IEP Summit 2026 brings together employability professionals, policymakers and sector leaders for a day of expert insight, honest conversation, and practical learning under this year’s theme: Thriving in Tomorrow’s Labour Market.
“We’re excited to sponsor the IEP Summit because it brings together the people shaping the future of employability,” said Seb Barker, Co-Founder of Beam.
“In a system under constant pressure to do more with less, it’s a rare chance to step back, share what’s actually working, and have honest conversations about how we deliver better outcomes.
“At Beam, we’ve spent the past decade delivering employability services ourselves, so we know first-hand how much time is lost to admin and reporting. We’ve always believed technology should do more than document what’s happened. It should actively support better conversations and stronger outcomes.
“That’s why we’ve built a suite of AI tools that takes care of the repetitive work, reduces friction across the participant journey, and gives advisors the time and headspace to focus on what really matters: helping people move into work.”
Beam’s decade of direct experience in delivering employability services gives them a uniquely grounded perspective on the pressures facing the sector, and a clear sense of what technology needs to do differently. Their AI tools are designed not to replace the human relationships at the heart of employability support, but to protect the time and space that makes those relationships possible.
Book Your Place at the IEP Summit 2026
This year’s theme is Thriving in Tomorrow’s Labour Market, bringing together Employability Professionals, policymakers and sector leaders to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of work.
The evening Networking Dinner will also take place at The Carlton, 116 Pall Mall, from 6:30pm.
What to expect:
- Expert Speakers — Gain insights from leading voices shaping the future of employability
- Thought-Provoking Sessions — Participate in interactive discussions on the issues that matter most
- Unrivalled Networking — Connect with peers, senior professionals and industry influencers from across the UK and internationally
Tickets are selling fast and places are limited. Last year’s Summit drew delegates from the UK and internationally, including attendees from the USA, Canada, Australia and Sweden.