Annual Public Sector Work Force Summit
Event Date: 15 Jun 2026 09:00 - 16:30
Location: Molineux Stadium, Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton, WV1 4QR
Cost: Free for Shareholder councils. Prices available for non-members and Corporate Subscribers
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The Annual Public Sector Workforce Summit offers space to step back from day to day pressures, reflect on professional practice, and connect with peers across the region. As Local Government navigates reorganisation, devolution, and an evolving political landscape, the event provides practical insight and renewed focus to help HR leaders manage the workforce challenges ahead.
WHAT TO EXPECT AND WHY ATTEND
Local Government is entering a period of significant transformation, shaped by Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), the wider devolution agenda, and an increasingly complex political landscape.
As organisations navigate these changes, HR and workforce leaders will play a critical role in supporting transformation, leading organisational change, and enabling strong leadership across the public sector.
The Annual Public Sector Workforce Summit is designed for HR professionals, workforce leaders, organisational development specialists, and senior leaders working across Local Government and the wider public sector. It provides a valuable opportunity to step away from day to day pressures, reflect on professional practice, and explore practical strategies for the year ahead.
Through insightful discussions and opportunities to connect with peers from across the region, the summit will leave you feeling refreshed, re-energised, and equipped with renewed focus to lead your workforce through the challenges and opportunities ahead.
A NEW HORIZON: LEADING WITH IMPACT PROGRAMME
| 10:00am | Rebecca Davis, West Midlands Employers: Welcome |
| 10:15am | Keynote Speaker: Juliette Alban-Metcalf Juliet will explore how HR leaders can demonstrate strong leadership during a period of significant turbulence, while positioning HR as a vital strategic enabler for senior leaders. She will also reflect on the role HR plays in supporting leadership growth and helping organisations reset and strengthen their cultures. |
11.00am | Coffee break |
11.15am | Session and speaker to be confirmed |
12.45pm | Lunch and networking |
1.45pm | Keynote speaker: To be confirmed |
2:30pm | Practical session with Ruby Bhattal. In this interactive session, Ruby Bhattal will explore how to build and strengthen your personal brand during periods of change and transition. The session will include a coffee break, offering time for informal discussion and networking with peers. |
| 4:00pm - 4:30pm | Rebecca Davis, West Midlands Employers: Closing remarks |
SPEAKER BIOS
Juliette Alban-Metcalf
Juliette is the CEO of The Real World Group and a Chartered Occupational Psychologist Juliette has been with Real World Group since they were founded, working globally with leaders and teams up to Board level to strengthen leadership capability and organisational impact.
As a Chartered Occupational Psychologist, she combines deep academic expertise with a practical, people-centred approach. Juliette is passionate about positive psychology and diversity & inclusion in leadership, ensuring organisations not only succeed but also build sustainable, high-performing cultures.
She has been recognised as one of the UK’s most influential thought leaders in leadership development, with her work shaping how organisations worldwide approach inclusive leadership and organisational growth. If you have heard Juliette speak before you will know her inspiring and challenging approach
Ruby Bhattal
Ruby knows what it means to navigate change from the inside. After nearly 25 years in senior public sector leadership, including two decades leading communications at Nottingham City Council and heading brand and reputation at the University of Nottingham, she took voluntary redundancy and launched her own coaching and consultancy practice in 2024.
She now works with professionals and senior leaders on personal strategy, positioning and presence through periods of transition. Ruby holds an MBA, is a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, and a qualified member of the European Mentoring and Coaching Council. From April 2026, she joins Solace as a tutor on their Emerging Leaders programme.
Ruby received the Comms2Point0 Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023 and is a West Midlands Employers Associate. Ruby will be running an interactive session for HR and OD leaders navigating sustained pressure and uncertainty.We recognise you spend your time developing others. Ruby's session is a protected space to reflect on your own personal brand narrative and visibility through change. You will leave with clearer sight of what you stand for and how you want to be experienced.
ADDITIONAL SPEAKERS TO BE CONFIRMED
SHAREHOLDER, MEMBER & NON-MEMBER COSTS
Free Places for Shareholder Organisations: District Councils: 2 places Mets/Counties/Unitary Councils: 4 places
Corporate Subscriber: 1 place Cancellations may incur charges; see booking form for details
Additional Places: Shareholder Councils: £130 + VAT WME Corporate Subscribers: £130 + VAT
Public Sector Non-Subscribers: £350 + VAT Group Discounts: 5% off for 5+ delegates 10% off for 10+ delegates Bookings must be made together to qualify
Need to know more? Take a look at what you can expect in the video below.
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