HR Consultant Growth Forum 2.0
About this Event
A Practical Forum for Independent HR Consultants, Fractional Leaders and Aspiring Advisors
Thursday 12 November 2026 Santander, Triton Square, London
Build a Stronger Consulting Business. Grow Your Network. Discover New Opportunities.
The world of work is changing fast.
More organisations are turning to independent consultants, fractional leaders, specialist advisors and boutique firms to help solve workforce, talent and organisational challenges.
Yet many consultants are building their businesses in isolation.
The HR Consultant Growth Forum, , is designed to bring together independent HR consultants, Talent consultants, fractional leaders, aspiring consultants and selected ecosystem partners for an afternoon of practical learning, peer networking and business growth discussions.
Hosted at Santander’s London headquarters, this interactive event will focus on helping consultants build stronger businesses, win more work, develop meaningful partnerships and stay ahead of emerging trends in HR, Talent and workplace technology.
Whether you’re already running a successful consultancy or considering taking the leap into independent consulting, this event is designed to provide practical ideas, valuable connections and fresh perspectives.
Why Attend?
You’ll have the opportunity to:
✅ Connect with independent consultants, fractional leaders and aspiring advisors
✅ Learn how consultants are winning new business in today’s market
✅ Discover practical strategies to strengthen your personal brand and consultancy offering
✅ Explore how AI and new technologies are changing consulting and advisory work
✅ Learn about referral, partnership and collaboration opportunities
✅ Meet selected HR technology and workforce solution providers who work with consultants
✅ Build relationships that could lead to future client opportunities
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for:
· Independent HR Consultants
· Talent Acquisition Consultants
· Fractional HR Leaders
· OD and Transformation Consultants
· Learning and Leadership Consultants
· Recruitment Consultants
· Boutique Advisory Firms
· HR Professionals considering consultancy careers
· Senior HR and Talent leaders exploring independent work
A limited number of places are also available for selected HR technology and workforce solution partners.
Agenda
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Registration and Networking
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM Welcome and Introductions with Bill Banham, Editor at HR Gazette and co-organiser of Disrupt London
Overview of the current consulting landscape, objectives for the afternoon and opportunities for participants to connect.
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM Building a Modern Consulting Business
Practical insights into positioning, differentiation, pricing, business development and creating a sustainable consulting practice. Speakers include:
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM Refreshment Break
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM Consultant Growth Panel
Experienced consultants and business leaders discuss:
· Winning new clients
· Building credibility
· Generating referrals
· Creating partnerships
· Navigating economic uncertainty
· The role of AI in consulting
12:30 PM – 12:50 PM Facilitated Roundtable Discussions
Small-group discussions focused on:
· Workshopping ways to win new business
· AI and automation
· Building referral networks
· Growing beyond solo consulting
· Working with technology partners
12:50 PM – 1:00 PM Key Takeaways and next steps
Summary of insights, opportunities and actions attendees can take away.
Past Speakers Include:
* Deborah Hartung, Consultant at Kind
* Paula Baetu, Psychometric Specialist, Business Psychologist, and Executive Coach at Awemetrics / Pawsometrics
* Felicia Rickards, Principal Strategist at Felicia Rickards Solutions Limited
* Damian Culhane, Head of Coaching at The Oxford Group
* Deborah Rock, Employer Engagement Consultant at GBS
Attendance
Places are limited and attendance may be curated to ensure the right mix of consultants, aspiring consultants and ecosystem partners.
Cost
Attendance is complimentary for a limited time.
Organised By
The HR Consultant Growth Forum is supported by the HR Gazette, the team behind the HRchat Podcast and the DisruptHR events held across the UK and Ireland.
We look forward to welcoming you to Santander for an afternoon of practical learning, meaningful conversations and new opportunities.
Where is it happening?
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