Festival of Finance 2026

The Rep, 6 Centenary Square, Birmingham, B1 2EP

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29th September 2026

The Festival of Finance marks the launch of a bold, new flagship event for the UK financial advice and wealth management profession. Designed as a high energy festival rather than a traditional conference, the event will bring together 500 senior advisers, planners and wealth managers for a day of unrivalled insights, CPD learning, strategic dialogue, peer-to peer collaboration and meaningful commercial engagement — all wrapped in an inspiring, modern, festival-style experience.

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Who the festival is for...

  • Independent Financial Advisers (IFAs) - Firm owners, principals and senior advisers
  • Wealth Managers & Investment Professionals - From boutique firms to larger discretionary and hybrid models
  • Advice & Wealth Firm Leadership - CEOs, COOs, Heads of Advice, Investment, Operations, Compliance and Growth
  • Platforms, Providers & Product Specialists - Investment, retirement, protection, platform and proposition leaders
  • Technology & Innovation Partners - Advice tech, AI, data, CX and digital enablement
  • Regulatory & Industry Voices - Contributing insight, perspective and market context
  • Future Leaders & Rising Talent - Connecting today's decision-makers with tomorrow's leaders

Designated areas - you get to curate your own itinerary

Main Stage
Hear from high-end Keynote Speakers who will explore macro-economic outlooks, regulatory direction and the forces shaping the future of finance.

Strategy Studio
Strategic roundtables focused on technical competence, regulatory and professional excellence.

Innovation Zone
A fintech playground showcasing the latest tools, platforms and technologies.

Wealth Way
A social and commercial space combining exhibitions and networking.

Wellness Hub
A dedicated space for wellbeing, coaching and personal growth.

The Academy
A workshop hub for practical learning and interactive discussion.

Leaders' Lounge
A private lounge for senior meetings, peer benchmarking and one-to-one conversations.

Networking Nook
A matchmaking hub for peer introductions and networking.

Meeting Mezzanine
A space for speed networking, quick peer introductions and conversations.

Event’s latest information

Delegate Brochure

Sponsorship Brochure

View Draft Agenda and Schedule of the Day

Participant List

Headline Sponsors

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Speakers

Alastair Cook

Alastair Cook

Former England Cricket Captain

Alastair Cook

Alastair Cook

Former England Cricket Captain

Sara Woodroffe

Sara Woodroffe

Interim Head of Department for Market at the FCA

Sara Woodroffe

Sara Woodroffe

Interim Head of Department for Market at the FCA

Sara is the interim Head of Department for our Market, Analysis Department (MAP). MAP is home to our policy, market analysis and intelligence teams. Sara has held a variety of roles at the FCA. She has recently managed the Sustainable Finance Division's policy and advisory team, and the perimeter change ESG ratings team.

Justin King

Justin King

Former Chief Executive Officer at Sainsbury's

Justin King

Justin King

Former Chief Executive Officer at Sainsbury's

This is not just another conference, it is a festival of insights, fresh perspectives, and hands-on learning.

James Goad, Managing Director , Owen James Events

Clare Frost

Conference and Delegate Relationship Manager

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