CE East Midlands Construction Summit

Join construction leaders, clients, contractors, consultants and policymakers from across the region Join construction, housing, and infrastructure leaders from across the region at the CE East Midlands Summit 2026, taking place on 5 November 2026 at the iconic Museum of Making in Derby, proudly sponsored by Speller Metcalfe and Willmott Dixon. This flagship regional event will bring together senior decision makers from the public and private sectors to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of the built environment. Through a series of expert presentations, panel discussions and networking opportunities, delegates will gain valuable insights into some of the sector's most pressing issues, including the future of affordable housing, pipeline development and investment, procurement best practice, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence. The programme features contributions from industry leaders representing organisations including EMCCA, PwC, Keepmoat, Amplius, Pick Everard, Flowmondo, Browne Jacobson, Homes England, and more. Delegates will hear a keynote address from Mayor Claire Ward, providing a regional perspective on growth, investment and the future ambitions for the East Midlands. Beginning with breakfast networking and concluding with lunch, the Summit offers an excellent opportunity to connect with peers, share knowledge, and discuss innovative solutions that will help shape a thriving, sustainable future for the region. Whether you are involved in construction, housing, local government, development, consultancy, or the wider supply chain, the CE East Midlands Summit 2026 is a must attend event for those looking to stay informed, build connections, and influence the future direction of the industry. Agenda 8.30am Reception with tea/coffee & pastries 9.00am Welcome Uma Shanker, Chair CE Midlands 9.10am The future of affordable housing Lead Speaker: Alan Seasman, EMCCA Panellists: Adam Sharpe, Keepmoat tbc Marcus Keys, Amplius Browne Jacobson TBC 10am Shaping the future pipeline Lead Speaker: TBC Panellists: Karen Notman Leicestershire County Council EMCCA, TBC Homes England, TBC 10:50am Tea/coffee & biscuits 11.10am AI “The good, the bad and the ethical” Lead Speaker: Rizwan Iqbal, PwC Panellists: Matt Baker, Pick Everard Alistair Wilson, Flowmondo Richard Nicholas, Browne Jacobson 12.00pm Procurement ‘Best Practice’ – Speaker to be announced from Greater Manchester Council 12:30pm Keynote Presentation from Mayor Claire Ward 12.50pm Sponsor’s address & closing remarks: Adrian Speller, Speller Metcalfe 1.00pm Sandwich lunch for the delegates plus VIP lunch for speakers, sponsors, and invited guests 1.00pm Sandwich lunch (included) or 3 course VIP Lunch (£50 per person) Ticket Prices Regional Members: £65 + VAT Non-Members: £95 + VAT VIP Lunch (15 places available): £50 + VAT Sponsorship Exhibitors – £250 + VAT each Please contact [email protected]