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In its second year, the Building the Future Conference is set to return to central London on 18 September, bringing together leading industry experts to unpack the biggest issues facing the built environment.
All our panel sessions will be fully interactive, allowing you the chance to have your say, and put your questions to any of our panels.
Then, in the evening, join those who have been shortlisted for the 2024 Building Awards and Architect of the Year Awards to network with more than 300 of the industry's shining stars.
Guests to sign in via registration desk prior to pre-conference refreshments.
Chloe is editorial director at Assemble Media Group overseeing three publications – Building, Building Design and Housing Today – and bringing relevant and impactful news, insight and analysis to professionals in the built environment. The titles boast a membership community of 85,000 professionals in over 100 countries.
Her team of journalists regularly interview industry CEOs, review ground-breaking buildings and report on controversies and challenges facing construction.
Chloe is an award-winning editor and journalist, with over two decades of experience working in digital and print media.
In 2023 she won both the PPA Editor of the Year (Business Media) and the PPA Independent Publisher Awards Editor of the Year title.
She specialises in setting editorial agendas and devising campaigns that will resonate with audiences. As the face of the flagship title Building she regularly chairs online debates, hosts podcasts and speaks at public events.
Eoghan O’Lionaird joined Wates as chief executive in February 2023. He sits on the group board and executive committee.
He was previously chief executive of FTSE-listed marine services company James Fisher and Sons plc and has held executive roles at Spectris plc, Danaher Corporation, Philips and Mitsui Kinzoku. Eoghan is fluent in Irish and Japanese and has Bachelor and Masters degrees in engineering as well as an MBA.
The urgency to combat climate change has put a spotlight on the built environment industries, which are significant contributors to carbon emissions. As we strive to achieve ambitious net zero targets, it's imperative to explore the needs, challenges, and opportunities for these industries to drive forward the net zero agenda. Join us for an enlightening panel discussion where thought leaders, policy makers, innovators, and stakeholders converge to chart a path towards a sustainable future.
Key discussion points include:Coffee, tea and light refreshments
In the wake of building safety concerns and policy reform, there is no question that the impetus to enhance safety standards within the construction industry has never been greater. However, navigating the complexities of building safety regulations and compliance processes often presents significant challenges. In this session, our industry leaders and policy experts will come together to explore the essential requirements and strategies needed to simplify and accelerate the building safety agenda.
Key discussion points include:Coffee, tea and light refreshments
In an era of rapid technological advancement and evolving societal needs, the built environment industries face the ongoing challenge of modernisation to meet current challenges and future demands. To do this, collaboration between industry and government is essential, if transformation is to be driven effectively. The panel discussion will ask industry leaders and policymakers to explore innovative strategies and collaborative approaches for ensuring built environment industries are fit-for-purpose moving into the future.
Key discussion points include:
Mark Robinson has enjoyed over 30 years in the public sector, starting his career as a YTS apprentice, spending 16 years in Local Government.
He progressed into roles including construction operations, strategic planning and corporate procurement, before moving into the housing sector where he set up an ALMO and became a Chief Executive aged 32.
In 2009, Mark was appointed CEO of SCAPE. Mark's leadership has taken SCAPE from a small design and procurement company, to a nationally recognised and market leading organisation for the public sector.
Today, SCAPE has over 1,600 live projects and commissions, valued at £6.5bn, and its frameworks are currently the most widely used across the UK. Mark champions smarter procurement and best practice in efficient construction.
He works closely with some of the biggest construction companies in the UK and leading industry bodies to help improve the built environment across the public estate.
Mark is also a Trustee and Board Director of UKGBC (The UK Green Building Council) and a Board Director of Build UK.
All conference attendees are invited to join those who have been shortlisted for the 2024 Building Awards and Architect of the Year Awards to network with more than 300 of the industry's shining stars.
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