Member Conference 2026

Learn more about what is upcoming, join workshops and talks, meet fellow hospitality professionals and connect with suppliers. This event will be open to Members and Non-Members - tickets are £50 (includes £20 lunch and refreshments) if you are a 'Member' please use your Member Code to receive your discount. Come and join us for our Member Conference hosted at Heartlands. This event will focus on the theme ‘Leadership in an increasingly volatile and uncertain world’ . You will hear from various speakers and panels, including our Directors who will provide a reflection on what we've achieved, future plans and challenges. This year's conference will include: • The opportunity to connect with fellow hospitality professionals • A look back at Cornwall Hospitality Collective’s last 12 months and what is ahead - including future plans and upcoming challenges • Hear from various speakers and panels on topics such as HR, leadership, school engagement, sustainability and economics • A chance to hear from and connect with suppliers and partner organisations • Learn about areas of collaboration and other opportunities • Network and talk with other hospitality businesses or suppliers Agenda • 09.30am -- Arrival, Networking & Stands • 10:00am -- Welcome & Updates from the Directors • 10:30am -- Collective Cafe Introduction & Panel • 11:00am -- DWP Offering & Updates • 11:20am -- Coffee Break • 11:45am -- Talk ~ What leadership challenges will be faced in an increasingly volatile world? by Paul Keene, Truro & Penwith College • 12:30pm -- 1 Minute Supplier Pitches: How can we help your business? • 12.45pm -- Lunch Break • 13:30pm -- What climate change challenges will Cornwall face? This talk will also cover EmpCo by Sue Williams, Positive Hospitality Ltd • 14:00pm -- HR Panel ~ What is happening in HR and Employment Law? • 14:30pm -- Global Economic Overview and what it will look like in the future? by James Sproule, Handelsbanken • 15:00pm -- Event Ends We hope you can join us for an exciting day of knowledge sharing, collaboration and next steps.