Festival of Work highlights and People Management Awards finalists

Catch up on the key themes and conversations from Festival of Work 2026, where thousands of people professionals came together to explore how organisations can become more productive, resilient and prepared for the future.

 

Meet the finalists of the People Management Awards 2026 and discover the impact they're making in the world of work, hear CIPD President Chloe Smith and incoming CEO Neil Carberry discuss the future of the profession, and tune in to the latest episode of the HR People Pod.

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