Minister for Skills Baroness Jacqui Smith to deliver opening keynote at ATC
The Minister for Skills, Baroness Jacqui Smith, will visit the Apprenticeships & Training Conference and deliver a keynote address on day one of the conference. Baroness Smith will speak during the opening plenary, providing delegates with the opportunity to hear directly from government at a critical moment for apprenticeships and workforce development. Her address will […]
Phil Smith to deliver first keynote as Chair of Skills England at ATC
We are delighted to announce that Phil Smith, Chair of Skills England, will deliver his first keynote since taking on the role during the opening keynote session at the Apprenticeships and Training Conference. Phil was appointed as Chair of Skills England in 2025 and brings with him extensive experience across skills, industry and workforce development. […]
Kate Ridley-Pepper to deliver day two keynote on the future of work-based skills at ATC
We are pleased to announce that Kate Ridley Pepper, Director of Work-Based Skills at the Department for Work and Pensions, will deliver a keynote and Q and A at the Apprenticeships and Training Conference on Day Two. Kate’s appearance comes at a pivotal moment for the skills system, following the machinery of government changes last […]
Sir Ian Bauckham CBE to address the ATC on Day Two
We are pleased to confirm that Sir Ian Bauckham CBE, Chief Regulator at Ofqual, will speak at the Apprenticeships and Training Conference on Day Two. Sir Ian is one of the most influential figures in education and qualifications regulation, and his contribution will be a significant moment in this year’s programme. Sir Ian became Chief […]
Leading expert on Generation Z and Generation Alpha Chloe Combi to Open ATC 2026
Chloe Combi will open ATC 2026 with a keynote that promises to be bold, insightful and deeply rooted in the real experiences of today’s young people. As one of the world’s leading experts on Generation Z and Generation Alpha, Chloe has dedicated her career to understanding the lives, struggles and aspirations of the youngest generations […]
Owen O’Kane to deliver opening day keynote at ATC 2026
Owen O’Kane will open Day One of ATC 2026 with a keynote designed to equip delegates with the clarity, confidence and psychological grounding needed to thrive in a fast-changing world. A leading psychotherapist, bestselling author and expert from the BBC series Change Your Mind, Change Your Life, Owen brings more than twenty-five years of experience […]
Francesca Martinez to Deliver Inspiring Day Two Keynote at ATC 2026
Francesca Martinez will take to the stage as a keynote speaker on Day Two of ATC 2026, bringing her unmistakable blend of honesty, humour and thought-provoking insight to this year’s conference. A celebrated comedian, author, actress and playwright, Francesca has spent more than two decades touring the world with her award-winning work, from Hollywood and […]
Sara Pascoe to Host ATC Gala Dinner 2026
EducationScape, organisers of the Apprenticeships and Training Conference (ATC), are delighted to announce that comedian, writer, and presenter Sara Pascoe will host this year’s Gala Dinner, which hosts the Apprenticeship and Training Awards Ceremony. Renowned for her sharp wit and insightful humour, Sara has become one of the UK’s most recognisable and respected comedy […]
Nominations open for the 2026 Apprenticeship and Training Awards
We are delighted to announce that nominations are now open for the FE Week and AELP Apprenticeship and Training Awards 2026, in association with City & Guilds. The national awards celebrate the individuals, employers, and training providers leading the way in delivering high-quality apprenticeships and skills programmes across the UK. Each year, they shine a spotlight […]
Reflecting on ATC 2025
This year’s Apprenticeships & Training Conference (ATC) was a landmark moment for our sector and for the event itself. With over 1,800 people joining us across two packed days and a stunning Gala Dinner and Awards evening, ATC 2025 was our biggest and boldest edition yet. Held for the first time at the ACC Liverpool, […]
