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11 November 2026, Villa Park, Birmingham
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11 November 2026, Villa Park, Birmingham
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From match day, to every day: a new era for venues

Venues for IMPACT is the summit for changemakers shaping the future of the venue ecosystem. Where industry leaders meet bold ideas, Impact explores how live venues can be drivers of change anchored in local communities to promote growth, prosperity, resilience and cohesion.

In November 2026, business and sports leaders, innovators and changemakers will convene at Villa Park for a full-day takeover, co-hosted by The Conduit, Aston Villa, and Levy. We will explore the next generation of stadium-led social impact and chart how these spaces can help shape a more equitable and sustainable future for communities.

Tickets from £1000 - with further discounts available

From match day, to every day: a new era for venues

With inequality widening, climate challenges accelerating, and public expectations rising, the role of major venues as anchor institutions has never been more critical. They are uniquely positioned to drive bold, community-centred change – moving from places of spectacle, to engines of resilience, inclusion, and long-term prosperity.

In November 2026, business and sports leaders, innovators and changemakers will convene at Villa Park for a two-day takeover, co-hosted by The Conduit, Aston Villa, and Levy. We will explore the next generation of stadium-led social impact and chart how these spaces can help shape a more equitable and sustainable future for communities.

Who Attends

A curated group of decision-makers shaping the future of venues:

  • Club owners, CEOs and stadium operators
  • Leagues and governing bodies
  • City leaders and infrastructure developers
  • Foundations and social impact organisations
  • Investors, technology partners and operators

Who Attends

Club owners, CEOs and stadium operators

Leagues and governing bodies

City leaders and infrastructure developers

Foundations and social impact organisations

Investors, technology partners and operators

Why Attend


See what’s already making a difference

Learn about the initiatives already making an impact with venues operating beyond matchday - commercially and socially.

Meet the people making it happen

Network with the owners, operators and partners actively redesigning venue ecosystems.

Build partnerships that move

Unlock connections with organisations delivering infrastructure, technology and community programmes.

Create a clear path forward

Discover how you can get involved to shape a more equitable and sustainable future for communities across the UK and beyond.

Why Attend

See what’s already making a difference

Learn about the initiatives already making an impact with venues operating beyond matchday - commercially and socially.

Meet the people making it happen

Network with the owners, operators and partners actively redesigning venue ecosystems.

Build partnerships that move

Unlock connections with organisations delivering infrastructure, technology and community programmes.

Create a clear path forward

Discover how you can get involved to shape a more equitable and sustainable future for communities across the UK and beyond.

Agenda

09:00-10:00

Arrivals and Registration

A deep dive into how club owners view social impact as a core business driver.
10:00-10:20

Opening Remarks

A deep dive into how club owners view social impact as a core business driver.

Paul van Zyl

CEO and Co-Founder, The Conduit

David Fein LVO

Vice Chair, The Earthshot Prize

Archie Kalyana

Broadcaster and Filmmaker

10:20-10:40

Ownership with Purpose

A deep dive into how club owners view social impact as a core business driver.
10:40-10:50

Keynote: Investing in Women's Sport

10:50-11:30

Playing Like a Girl - and Bossing It

A panel discussion looking at the smart investments in women’s sports, how to encourage girls to stick with sports - and how it impacts leadership pipeline.
11:30-12:00

Networking Break

12:00-12:30

Home Turf

A look at how venues are responding to the climate crisis and innovating: From low-carbon design to climate-resilient infrastructure, stadiums are being re-engineered for a sustainable future.
12:30-13:00

The Heat is On: Outplaying the Climate Crisis

A deep dive on how athletes and fans are responding to changes forced upon our favourite games due to climate change.
13:00-14:00

Lunch

14:00-15:30

Workshops

15:30-16:00

Networking Break

16:00-16:10

Keynote Speech

16:10-16:50

Tackling the NEETs Crisis

Venues and sports have enormous potential to help get Britain’s 1 million NEETs into work. This panel discussion will examine some of the initiatives and what government needs to do to support.
16:50-17:30

A Lighthouse - not a Spaceship

In times of crisis and celebration, venues and sports foundations are often at the heart of community action. Our closing panel explores some of the initiatives building social cohesion across the sector.
17:30-17:40

Closing Remarks

17:40

Networking Reception

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Tickets from £1000 - with further discounts available

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London WC2H 9JA
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CLUB OPENING TIMES
Monday – Thursday: 7am – 11pm
Friday: 7am – 12am
Saturday: 10am – 11pm
Sunday: Closed