We are pleased to invite UCEA members to save the date and register to receive further information for a full-day, in-person event on Thursday 16 October 2025, focused on the Multigenerational Workforce.
Taking place in central London, this UCEA event brings together senior colleagues and thought leaders from across our member HE Institutions and the wider economy.
It will explore practical strategies for supporting employees across all generations as part of our work to support employer aspirations to enhance the Employee experience as a strategic priority.
Programme content
- Management and leadership – Senior leaders setting strategic direction and then supporting line managers to understand and respond to generational differences.
- Communications – Developing communication styles and channels that engage employees of all ages effectively.
- Reward and EVP – Crafting employee value propositions and reward strategies that resonate with a multigenerational workforce.
- Wellbeing and Support – Designing wellbeing initiatives that are responsive to the varied needs of employees at different life stages.
- Learning and Development – Supporting continuous learning and career development tailored to different life and career stages.
- Inclusion and Culture – Fostering a workplace culture that values generational diversity and promotes mutual understanding.
- Recruitment – Approaches to attracting and selecting talent across age groups, ensuring inclusive and future-ready hiring practices.
Keynote speakers
We are delighted to confirm our two keynote speakers:
- Dr Paul Redmond, is recognised as an expert on generational change, the future of work, and graduate employability and formerly Director of Student Experience and Enhancement at the University of Liverpool.
- David Collington, Partner and Head of Benefits Consulting at Barnett Waddingham is a recognised expert on the Multigenerational Workforce, drawing on research and practical insights to help employers understand and respond to the diverse needs of employees across all life stages.
Employer case study presentations
We plan to feature case study presentations from organisations that have considered to how to best support a multigenerational workforce. The case study speakers will be drawn from private sector organisations as well as from the HE Sector.
Call for HEI case study speakers
If you are interested in contributing to this event as an HEI case study speaker please email s.powley@ucea.ac.uk (cc events@ucea.ac.uk) and we will arrange a short Teams call to discuss your potential contribution in more detail. Our delegates will welcome practical, real-world insights into how your HEI has considered and responded to the needs and expectations of a Multigenerational Workforce.
Suggestions for suitable employer case study speakers from outside the HE sector are also most welcome.
Register to receive booking information
Bookings for the event are not yet open. However, enquiries and requests to receive booking instructions once available can be sent to events@ucea.ac.uk
