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Drinks, talks and networking - we have it all.
Join us for an exclusive evening of insight, connection, and innovation at our Summer Summit on the 17th July, from 5pm to 8.30pm. This curated gathering brings together thought leaders, industry professionals, and forward-thinkers to explore today’s most pressing workplace challenges—and the strategies driving tomorrow’s success. Expect engaging discussions, inspiring success stories, and collaborative conversations around topics such as:
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Evolving workplace dynamics.
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High-performance, resilient workplace cultures.
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Strategies to manage a hybrid workforce.
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Global learnings and insights of Return to Work strategies.
Enjoy complimentary drinks and canapés while networking with peers in an energising atmosphere with skyline views.
The Panelists
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1William Pickering
Director of Global Workplace Service, Cognizant
An adaptable, capable, and highly motivated Real Estate and Facilities Management leader with global experience in a range of challenging environments. An individual with extensive commercial, operations and technology-based knowledge; exceptional leadership skills and a proven ability to learn complex ideas quickly, with aspirations to make a real difference in an organisation.
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2Adrienne Kleman
VP, Global Workplace Services, PaySafe
Strategic and dynamic Corporate Real Estate and Workplace Services Leader with a true passion for turning physical spaces into powerful experiences. Extensive experience in office design, workplace strategy, facilities management, and real estate operations globally. Proven track record in leading multimillion-dollar office build projects globally, strategic space planning, and managing large real estate portfolios for global organisations.
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3Javier Rua Peñate
Senior Global Lease Manager, IFF
Javier Rua, MRICS is a seasoned real estate professional with over 10 years of experience in corporate real estate, lease management, and asset strategy. Currently Senior Global Lease & FSRE Manager at IFF, he leads real estate operations in Spain, leveraging platforms like MRI, EcoSys, and Workday. He previously held roles at Sareb and JLL, managing tertiary and residential assets.
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4Lewis Barker
Director, WPS & RE, EMEA, ServiceNow
Lewis Barker is a global business operations and workplace strategy leader, passionate about aligning people, place, and technology to drive transformation and enhance employee experience. He holds leadership certifications from Oxford and Harvard, and serves on advisory boards including CoreNet Young Leaders and VergeSense.
Additional panellists to be announced.- William Pickering
- Adrienne Kleman
- Javier Rua Peñate
- Lewis Barker
Location.
The event will be held near Street Square, a centrally located venue in London with excellent transport links. It’s a short walk from Chancery Lane (Central Line) and Farringdon (Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, and Elizabeth Lines), with national rail and Thameslink services also available from Farringdon Station. The area is well-served by bus routes including 8, 25, 46, and 521.
We look forward to having you join, attendance by invitation only.