Agenda
ENERGISED , INFORMED AND INSPIRED
However , it ’ s not just debates that delegates have to look forward to . A powerful 20-minute summary from Insight Data ’ s Alex Tremlett will present the key trends , analysis , and essential insights that will help delegates better benchmark their own businesses and take advantage of fast-growing opportunities .
Dan Brown , Strategic Relationship Manager at GQA , will give a no-nonsense overview of the Building Safety Act , legislation with widespread implications for glazing and the wider construction sector , and what it means for installers .
Leading London economist Ed Johnstone will discuss the economic impact of inflation and interest rates , the cost-of-living crisis , and the housing and property market – are we in for a tough few years , or will the market bounce back as inflation rates come down and General Election looms ?
And attendees will benefit from the wisdom of Brad Burton – one of the UK ’ s most sought-after inspirational speakers and a four-time best-selling author .
Having worked with companies such as JCB , Bentley and Costa Coffee , he inspires and challenges leaders to make life-changing decisions that shape the future of their businesses .
His energy and self-deprecating humour will equip delegates with ideas to take their life and their business to the next level .
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For business leaders and managers , it really is the one-day event not to miss
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Andrew concludes ; “ With free on-site parking , refreshments and lunch , the Summit is a great opportunity to network and connect with friends , customers and suppliers , and build new business relationships . For business leaders and managers , it really is the one-day event not to miss .”
To view the Glazing Summit agenda visit glazingsummit . co . uk / 2023-agenda
To book tickets visit glazingsummit . co . uk , email hello @ glazingsummit . co . uk or call 01934 808293 .
8:30-9:15 REGISTRATION 9:20 WELCOME AND OPENING REMARKS
9:30 KEYNOTE : INSIGHT DATA ‘ STATE OF THE INDUSTRY ’ REPORT
Insight Data has researched over 13,000 fabricators and installers , and in this powerful 20 minute summary Alex Tremlett presents the key trends , analysis , and essential insights that will help delegates better benchmark their own businesses and take advantage of fast-growing opportunities .
9:50 EXPERT INSIGHTS : THE NEW REGULATION MINEFIELD
New regulations are set to drive even more change across the industry and at a faster pace than ever , from the Future Homes Standard to the new security requirements of Document Q . We bring together industry experts to unpack all the detail , cut through speculation to get to the real facts , debate the latest Building Regulation updates , and prepare the industry for the enormous changes ahead across new-build , commercial and residential markets .
10:45 GQA – THE NEW BUILDING SAFETY ACT
The new Building Safety Act has widespread implications for the construction industry , including the glazing sector . Dan Brown , Strategic Relationship Manager at GQA , gives a no-nonsense overview of the Act and what it means for installers .
11:00 MORNING BREAK 11:40 FRESH HOPE ON THE SKILLS CRISIS
The skills shortage is a recurring theme , but what is the answer with an aging workforce and a shortage of new talent ? Our panel will share exciting new industry initiatives , discuss how we can attract and train the next generation , and change the perception of our industry . Skills isn ’ t just about the workforce – this year we also tackle a growing skills shortage among senior management in the face of a rapidly changing industry and business climate .
12:20 DISRUPTING SALES AND MARKETING
After a boom period where volume and order values skyrocketed , the industry has slowed and companies once again need to focus on their brand , reputation and marketing strategy . Industry expert Andrew Scott reveals why previously successful strategies will no longer work , presents new ideas that will drive growth , and then chairs a panel of sales and marketing leaders from across the industry to discuss how the sector will evolve .
13:00 BUFFET LUNCH AND NETWORKING
14:15 SEEING THE BIGGER PICTURE – THE ECONOMIST ’ S VIEW
Leading London economist Ed Johnstone will bring his expertise to the glazing industry – discussing the economic impact of inflation and interest rates , the cost-of-living crisis , and the housing and property market – are we in for a tough few years , or will the market bounce back as inflation rates come down and General Election looms ?
14:40 KEYNOTE : BREAKING THROUGH THE GLASS CEILING
Brad Burton is one of the UK ’ s most sought-after inspirational speakers and a four-time best-selling author . Having worked with companies such as JCB , Bentley and Costa Coffee , he inspires and challenges leaders to make life-changing decisions that shape the future of their businesses . His energy and self-deprecating humour will have delegates inspired and equipped with ideas to take their life and their business to the next level .
15:10 BUSINESS ON THE FRONT-LINE : THE INSTALLER DEBATE
The future of our industry largely depends on the success of installers on the front-line . For our final debate we bring together a panel of business owners to share their challenges in the face of rising costs and a slowdown in the market . We ’ ll debate pricing , consumer demand , products and suppliers , and ask what impact technology is having - in what promises to be a no-holds barred debate that will stimulate the industry .
15:50 CLOSING REMARKS 16:00-17:00 NETWORKING
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