LESS THAN 20 DAYS TO GO. YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY COULD START HERE.

Join BYP Network for its flagship annual event bringing together Black professionals, employers, recruiters, leaders, founders and ambitious talent for a day of career opportunities, practical insight, networking and meaningful connections.

Whether you're looking for your next opportunity or preparing for your next leadership chapter, choose the experience that's right for you.

TWO EXPERIENCES. ONE LANDMARK DAY.

CAREERS FEST

For students, graduates, early-to-mid career professionals and career changers looking to develop their skills, meet employers, discover opportunities and accelerate their careers.

Expect: Recruiting opportunities, employer sessions, networking, Careers Expo, practical career sessions and a keynote from Fatima Whitbread MBE.

LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

For mid-to-senior professionals, executives, founders and leaders exploring leadership, influence, business growth, belonging and the future of work.

Expect: Senior level recruiting opportunities, thought-provoking sessions, networking and conversations on belonging, influence, business ownership, generational leadership and leading beyond success.

MEET THE EMPLOYERS

Hear directly from organisations including Capco, Investec, Delta, BSI, RX Global, VodafoneThree, Macmillan Cancer Support, UNICEF UK, Beazley and others about careers, recruitment, professional growth and what they're looking for in talent.

Event Details

Theme: Rest. Review. Reset

Date: Thursday, 17 September 2026

Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Venue: The Cumberland Hotel, London

Kindly see the detailed agenda at the end.

CAREERS FEST 2026

Practical sessions. Direct employer insight. Real career conversations.

From Career Ownership and Reviewing Your Career Brand to Stand Out. Speak Up. Get Hired., Career Anxiety in an AI-Driven World and lessons industry leaders wish they knew earlier — Careers Fest is designed to give you practical insight you can take into your next career move.

See the full Careers Fest programme below.

LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE 2026

REST. REVIEW. RESET.

A focused programme of fireside conversations, panels and expert sessions exploring belonging, influence, leadership teams, business ownership, generational leadership and leading beyond success.

Featuring Fatima Whitbread MBE, Investec, Delta, Joey Antwi-Kusi and leading professionals from across industries.

See the full Leadership Conference programme below.

WHAT ATTENDEES, SPEAKERS & SPONSORS SAY

"I enjoyed hearing about professionals who had pivoted from one industry to another, the challenges they faced and how it shaped them today." — Liliana, Attendee 2025

"Some of the applications we received for our graduate programme came from the BYP Careers Fest. These individuals said they spoke to us there—hence they applied." — BSI, Partner 2025

"The diversity in the talent was outstanding. It was an event that truly aligned to our organisation's values." — Macmillan Cancer Support, Partner 2025

For group or corporate ticket enquiries, email: info@bypnetwork.co.uk

"I enjoyed the leadership panels. The diverse professional background of all the speakers catered to both employees and entrepreneurs." — Attendee 2025

"Did not expect to feel so seen in the first 30 minutes... Genuinely left feeling like my setbacks were actually setting me up." — Attendee 2025

"The content and speakers were excellent. Great calibre of attendees which matched the type of jobs we have." — RX Global, Partner 2025

"The speakers on the Founder's panel kept it real. No fluff. Just the truth about what building actually looks like." — Attendee 2025

"It was such a brilliant event, really well put together and impactful. I am proud to have been a part of it." — Atinuke Awe, Speaker 2025

"The only networking event I have been to that I enjoyed and felt empowered, like I truly got value from the space." — Georgiana, Attendee 2025

Watch the 2025 Highlight Video.

IS THIS FOR YOU? YES!

Whether you're launching your career or leading at the highest level, there's an experience designed for you.

Careers Fest

Perfect for:

Students and graduates

Early-to-mid career professionals

Career changers and career pivoters

Gain practical career advice, connect with employers, build your network and leave with actionable insights to help you stand out and get ahead.

Leadership Conference

Perfect for:

Managers and senior professionals

Executives and directors

Founders and entrepreneurs

Aspiring leaders

Explore the conversations shaping the future of leadership, influence, business growth and the world of work alongside senior leaders and decision-makers.

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