- Thursday 19th MARCH, 2026
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Technology and Innovation Centre
99 George St, Glasgow G1 1RD, UK
- 9:30AM to 4.30PM
MEET OUR 2026 SPEAKERS
Dr Ololade Giwa
Managing Director, 360 Medline/360 Staffing Ltd
Kay Smith
Chief People Officer, Scottish National Investment Bank
Richard Barry
Head of Executive Initiatives at Walter Scott & Partners
Enoch Adeyemi
Founder, Black Professionals United Kingdom
Nicola Pidgeon
Chief People Officer, The Scottish National Investment Bank
Vambo Maswiswi
Trainee Solicitor, Shepherd and Wedderburn
Caleb Akpo-Young
BBC Sport Intern, BBC
Prof. Joe Little
Honorary Professor, University of Stirling
Kyle Murtagh
Tomisin Ibigbemi
PR and Social Account Executive, John Doe
Precious Appiah
Senior Governanceand MI Specialist, M&G PLC
Peju Adeyemo
Primary Care Support, NHS Lothian
Jamie Gilbertson
Operations Executive in Blockchain
Dr. Ismaila Ibrahim
Co-founder/CEO, IRENTIFY
Dr Richard Norris
Senior Consultant, KWC Global
Gill Christie
Editor, Baillie Gifford
Graham Carle
Managing Director and Technical Fellow, BlackRock
Anurag Rai
Founder and Managing Director, AMHWAL Academy and Superhuman In You
More speakers to be confirmed...
Tomisin I.
PR and Social Account Executive, John Doe
Dr Ololade Giwa
Managing Director, 360 Staffing Ltd
Dr Ismaila Ibrahim
Global Business Development Manager, Union Energy Services Ltd
Vambo Maswiswi
Trainee Solicitor, Shepherd and Wedderburn
Caleb Akpo-Young
Caleb Akpo-Young
More speakers to be confirmed...
Event Schedule
9:30AM – 11:00AM
Delegates Arrival, Registration, Light Breakfast & Networking
Exhibition Centre
11:00AM – 11:45AM
Opening Session: Careers Without Limits
Main Conference Hall
12:00PM – 12:40PM
Networking
Exhibition Centre
The Future of Work: Skills for 2030 and Beyond
Main Conference Hall
Leadership at Every Level: Owning Your Journey
Conference Room 2
Upskilling and Reskilling for the Skills Economy
How HR can lead workforce transformation through continuous learning and career development initiatives.
Conference Room 3
Networking
— Obo Idornigie
12:40PM – 01:30PM
Lunch Break
All Venues
Networking
— Obo Idornigie
01:30PM – 02:10PM
Plenary Session – PM: No Limits – Stories of Career Reinvention
Main Conference Hall
02:20PM – 03:00PM
AI, Automation & You: Thriving in a Tech-Driven World
Main Conference Hall
Public Speaking – It’s Now Or Never
Conference Room 2
Neurodiversity at Work: Unlocking Hidden Talent
Conference Room 3
Networking
— Obo Idornigie
03:15PM – 04:00PM
Networking
Exhibition Centre
How To Make The Rain: Networking, Relationship Building, Influencing & Persuading
Main Conference Hall
Real Talk: Careers Uncovered
Conference Room 2
Leadership at Every Level: Owning Your Journey
Conference Room 3
Networking
— Obo Idornigie
04:15PM – 04:30PM
Closing Remarks
Main Conference Hall
| Time | Exhibition Centre | Main Conference | Conference Room 2 | Conference Room 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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09:30 – 10:55 |
Delegates Arrival, Registration, Light Breakfast & Networking |
Closed |
Closed |
Closed |
|
11:00 – 11:45 |
Closed |
Opening Session: Careers Without Limits |
Closed |
Closed |
|
12:00 – 12:40 |
Networking |
The Future of Work: Skills for 2030 and Beyond |
Neurodiversity at Work: Unlocking Hidden Talent |
From Side Hustle to CEO: Scaling Your Passion |
|
12:40 – 13:30 |
Lunch Break |
Lunch Break |
Lunch Break |
Lunch Break |
|
13:40 – 14:10 |
Closed |
Plenary Session – PM: No Limits – Stories of Creer Reinvention |
Closed |
Closed |
|
14:20 – 15:00 |
Networking |
Building Wealth |
Mastering Public Speaking |
Leadership at Every Level: Own Your Journey |
|
15:15 – 16:00 |
Networking |
Closing Charge: The Power of Potential |
Building a Personal Brand that Opens Doors |
Inclusive Hiring: What Employers Must Do Next |
|
16:15 – 16:30 |
Closing Remarks |
Closing Remarks |
Closing Remarks |
Closing Remarks |
Sponsors
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Big Career Conference?
The Big Career Conference is an innovative event featuring 30+ industry speakers and facilitators, 30 employer brands, and multiple workshops designed to help professionals and students explore opportunities, learn, and network.
What is the focus of the 2026 Conference?
The theme for the conference is UNLIMITED Careers! So, all the sessions and conversations happening on the day will be weaved around this very powerful theme.
Who can attend the conference?
The event is open to all professionals, students, recent graduates and jobseekers across all industries.
When and where is the conference taking place?
9.30am on Thursday 19th MARCH, 2026 at Technology and Innovation Centre, 99 George St, Glasgow G1 1RD, UK
Is the conference free to attend?
There is a small fee to pay for those who want to attend so visit our ticketing page to book your ticket. If you cannot attend due to financial limitations, reach out to us and we can explore ways to ensure you attend.
How do I register for the conference?
Student tickets: https://luma.com/0i636pf0
Professional tickets: https://luma.com/x63q6eei
Young People tickets: https://luma.com/8ufi3fjw
Do I need to bring a printed ticket?
No, kindly come along with your confirmation email received upon registration and that will suffice.
Can I register on the day of the event?
Walk-in registration is possible, but only limited slots are available at a slightly higher price so advice is to book online before the event.
Who are the speakers for the event?
A diverse lineup of 30+ speakers from various industries including tech, finance, health, creative industries, entrepreneurship, and more.
What sessions should I expect?
Workshops, keynote speeches, fireside chats, panel sessions, employer presentations, skills clinics, and networking sessions.
Can I choose which sessions to attend?
The conference is a full day event, and delegates are welcome to choose what session they would like to attend. The event schedule can be found here.
Will session recordings be available after the event?
Unfortunately, session recordings will not be available after the event.
Is there a schedule for the event?
See full event schedule here.
Can I speak directly with recruiters?
Yes, employers will each have designated booths where you can have conversations with them, make job enquiries and network with their colleagues.
Can I apply for jobs or internships at the event?
It is an opportunity to connect with employers so on the day, they can advise of available roles and where/how to get help if you want to apply.
Should I bring my CV?
Yes, both digital and printed copies are recommended.
What should I wear to the conference?
Smart casual or business casual is encouraged.
Is there parking at the venue?
Not at the venue but there are paid packing options in the vicinity.
Will food and drinks be available?
Hot breakfast and lunch will be served to all delegates.
Will there be disability access?
Yes, ensure you signify this when registering.
Can I attend virtually?
No, online streaming option is not available.
Will there be networking opportunities?
Yes, attendees can network with speakers, employers, and other professionals throughout the event.
How can I prepare to make the most out of the event?
Bring CVs, update your LinkedIn, prepare elevator pitches, research employers and speakers and bring the right energy to connect, network and have multiple conversations.
Will there be social media engagement?
Yes, you can follow the event via #BCC2026 across all social media platforms.
Will I receive reminders before the event?
Yes, scheduled reminders will go out to all registrants few weeks and days before the event.
Will there be official photographs and videos taken?
Yes, official photographs and videos will be generated and shared after the event. We have partnered with FotoPool to deliver the images after the event so ensure you visit their website and download the app ahead of the event.
What is the refund policy?
To help manage our expenses, we cannot refund once tickets have been booked.
Got any other question?
Get in touch via our Contact Us form.
