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Thank you to everyone who attended aSpire 2026. We hope to see you at aSpire 2027.

Building on the success of our first event, the 2026 conference will once again bring together our customers, partners, and Aptem teams for a day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration. From practical ‘how-to’ sessions and hands-on workshops to discussions with our Support, Implementation, and Customer Success teams, there’ll be something for everyone.

Important information for attendees:

aSpire 2026 is just over two weeks away, and we want to make sure you get the most out of the event.

Download the app and choose your workshops

You can select three workshops in total across our product training, ‘shaping the future of Aptem’, and industry expert-led tracks. Log in to the event app to make your selections. Workshop capacity is limited and first come, first served, so log into the event app and make your selections soon, if you haven’t already.

Not downloaded the app yet? Search for ‘Swapcard – Smart Event App‘ in your app store and log in using your ticket registration email and one-time passcode. The app is where you’ll find the full agenda, book your workshops, and access everything you need for the day.

How to book your workshop sessions:
– From the home screen, click ‘Book your breakout sessions’. 
– Browse and select a workshop to view full details and speaker information.
– Click ‘Reserve my seat’ or ‘Add to schedule’ to secure your place. 
– Once booked, you can view your personalised agenda by clicking the calendar icon on top right hand corner of the agenda section.
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We’ve also created a short step-by-step video guide to walk you through the process.​​​​

Why Aptem customers attend our conference

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Strengthen your Aptem platform proficiency

 

Return to work with a deeper understanding of Aptem’s potential and the skills to optimise your Aptem tenant for streamlined operations and increased success rates. With training usually priced at £200 per hour, this conference offers a cost-effective opportunity to enhance your knowledge.

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Engage with the sector’s leading voices

 

Our carefully selected partners and industry experts will challenge your thinking, share valuable perspectives, through leading a range of sessions, panels, and workshops.

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Help to shape the future of the Aptem product

 

By collaborating directly with Aptem’s Product team, participants will have a chance to co-create solutions and shape the future of the platform, making it even more responsive to your needs.

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Build connections and learn from other Aptem users

 

This conference presents a unique opportunity: direct engagement with peers who are also using Aptem. The potential to develop meaningful relationships and build long-lasting connections is significant. aSpire is designed to maximise interaction, with pre-conference breakfast networking, an extended networking lunch, and post-event networking drinks.

2026 conference agenda

Delegates select sessions from three different tracks (training sessions, industry-expert led workshops and shaping the future of Aptem workshops).

aSpire agenda
Download the full agenda

aSpire 2026: Meet the speakers and facilitators.

  • Richard Alberg, Executive Chairman, Aptem 
  • Simon Ashworth, Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Policy, AELP
  • Bally Bhogal, Managing Director at LX Group
  • Mandy Crawford-Lee, Chief Executive Officer at UVAC
  • Louise Doyle, Co-Founder of SDN Mesma Group
  • Jogita Govind, Learning & Development Operations Manager – Deputy Safeguarding Lead, Travis Perkins
  • Emily Hughes, Strategic Associate at SDN Mesma Group
  • David Lockhart-Hawkins, Director, Lockhart Hawkins
  • Peter Nelson, Quality Improvement Advisor at Fellowship of Inspection Nominees (FIN)
  • Rien Sach, CEO at Aptem

New Ofsted framework in practice and making inclusion work

  • Claire Sykes, Senior Implementation Consultant, Aptem
  • Paul Sutton, Implementation Consultant, Aptem
  • Yvonne Malpass, Director of Apprenticeships, University of Suffolk
  • Ellen Rush, Apprenticeships Contracts Manager, University of Suffolk
  • Peter Nelson, Quality Improvement Advisor, FIN

Getting value from Aptem​ and enhancing quality and efficiency with Aptem

  • Sue Shutler, Senior Customer Success Manager, Aptem​
  • Heather Quinn, Senior Customer Success Manager, Aptem​
  • Victoria McQueeney, Apprenticeship Quality Lead, Tyne Coast College​
  • Melanie Clough, Aptem Team Leader, Calderdale College​
  • Shruti Natrajan, Implementation Consultant, Aptem​
  • Cheryl Prior, Implementation Consultant, Aptem

From evidence to insight: the new OTJT activity log ​and enhanced reviews in Aptem

  • Georgina Burton, Head of Implementation, Aptem​
  • Shruti Natrajan, Implementation Consultant, Aptem​
  • Cheryl Prior, Implementation Consultant, Aptem​
  • Lisa Holland, Implementation Associate, Aptem

Empowering learners anywhere: evolving the Aptem mobile app​

  • Graham Hulbert, Lead Product Designer, Aptem​
  • Martyn Wood, Product Owner, Aptem​

The next phase of Enhance​ and innovating reviews

  • Larence Caires, Product Operations Lead, Aptem
  • Graham Hulbert, Lead Product Designer, Aptem
  • Matt Bungay, Head of Apprenticeships, City St. George, University of London
  • Ilona New, QA Manager–Apprenticeships, City St. George, University of London
  • Kevin Fleetham, Curriculum Manager, TICA
  • Mark Holmes, Programme Design and Development Manager, Hawk Training

Aptem roadmap live: explore, vote, shape​

  • Larence Caires, Product Operations Lead, Aptem​
  • Dan Tiffany, Head of Product, Aptem
Networking reception

Networking drinks

At the end of the conference, from 5.30pm to 6.30pm, you are invited to join us for networking drinks in the Foyer outside of Halls 9 and 10.

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Getting there

The aSpire 2026 conference will take place at The ICC Birmingham, Broad Street, Birmingham, B1 2EA.

Public transport

There are many sustainable ways to get to Birmingham: from buses and trams to trains and park & ride sites. Check out the options, buy tickets and more on the Visit Birmingham & West Midlands website. Arrive by public transport

Arriving by car

You’ll find parking easily thanks to the thousands of spaces near to the ICC. The closest spaces are at their sister venue Utilita Arena Birmingham (King Edward’s Road, B1 2AA). Arrive by car

Finding your way around

On arrival

When you arrive at the venue, please follow the directions to Halls 9 and 10, you will find the Aptem registration desk. If you are arriving from the train station, you will find Halls 9 and 10 all the way at the back of the centre.

Conference space

Our event will be held in Halls 9 and 10 A and B on the ground floor. 

Refreshments and lunch will be served in the Foyer outside Halls 9 and 10.

Our team will be around on the day to guide you.

Accommodation

The ICC is centrally located and there is a good choice of hotels in the vicinity.

Need to view or edit your Conference ticket booking?

The booker will receive an order confirmation and digital tickets from TicketTailor. If you need us to resend the confirmation or make changes to your order, such as updating the attendee name, please contact us at hello@aptem.co.uk.

FAQs

Q. Can I swap my booking with a colleague?

Yes, you can replace your booking details with that of a colleague. Please contact us at hello@aptem.co.uk.

Q. What is included in my ticket price?

Your ticket covers a light breakfast, tea and coffee, buffet lunch, and evening networking drinks, as well as an Aptem goody bag and access to a wealth of new ideas, knowledge, insights and connections!

Q. Are there technical support sessions this year?

Yes – there will be support sessions available with our Technical Support team. You will be able to drop-in during the networking breaks and lunch. 

Further questions?

We’re here to answer any further questions you may have. Please contact your Customer Success Manager or email hello@aptem.co.uk