Wednesday 15 & Thursday 16 July

LOCATION

DAYTIME:
Sheffield Hallam University

EVENING:
Cutler's Hall

DATE

Wednesday 15 July &
Thursday 16 July

NEW FOR 2026...

NEW TICKET TYPE INCLUDING OPTIONAL ACCOMODATION AVAILABLE

ABOUT THE EVENT

Over two days, you’ll gain insights into the strategic and practical impact of your student information solutions, explore innovations, and connect with peers who share your vision for the future. This year’s two-day conference will build on last year’s success, with an option to include 4* accommodation in Sheffield city centre within your ticket.

TICKET OPTIONS

2-DAY DELEGATE TICKET

Access to the 2-day conference itself (including lunch and refreshments both days), plus drinks reception, gala dinner and awards on the Wednesday night.

£95

(+VAT per person)

2-DAY DELEGATE TICKET + HOTEL

*** VERY LOW AVAILABILITY ***

Access to exclusive pre-conference drinks reception on the Tuesday night, the 2-day conference itself (including lunch and refreshments both days), plus drinks reception, gala dinner and awards on the Wednesday night, and 2 night, 4* city centre bed and breakfast accommodation.

£ 375

(+VAT per person)

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET? Click here to find out more...

AGENDA

FINAL TIMINGS AND SESSIONS TBC

TUESDAY 14 JULY

Early evening drinks reception (for delegates with 2-day delegate ticket + hotel)

WEDNESDAY 15 JULY

08:45

Registration opens

09:30 - 09.50

OPENING PLENARY

Join us as Tribal's Executive Leadership team officially open the 2026 Empower Conference.

10:00 - 10.45

MAYTAS Opening Session

This session sets the tone for the conference, highlighting sector shifts, compliance pressures, and how the evolution to MAYTAS 6 equips you to deliver accurate ILR data, reduce operational risk, and free teams from infrastructure burdens.

10.45 - 11.15

Refreshments

11:15 - 12.00

MAYTAS 6

Explore the next generation of apprenticeship management with a first look at MAYTAS 6, Tribal’s fully managed, cloud hosted service offering seamless updates, built-in compliance, and a secure, scalable experience. Learn how the new model supports end-to-end learner lifecycle management and forms the foundation for long-term transformation.

12:10 - 13.00

Getting The Best out of MAYTAS

A practical session packed with tips, tricks, and under‑used features to help providers maximise value from your existing setup. From smarter ILR validation to improved reporting and workflow optimisation, this session shows how small changes can drive measurable efficiency improvements.

Client to Cloud: Your Journey

Understand what moving to the Tribal Cloud really looks like, from readiness assessment to go live. This session walks through typical migration timelines (<1 month), risk reduction strategies, and how Tribal’s full stack support removes the burden of hosting and maintenance for training providers.

MAYTAS Hub: Wellbeing, a Year On

Review the first full year of MAYTAS Hub Wellbeing and discover how providers are using it to enhance learner engagement and wellbeing. Hear insights into adoption, usage trends, and the role of personalised learner and employer hubs in improving outcomes and satisfaction.

Guest Speaker

TBC

13.00 - 14.00

Lunch

14:00 - 14.50

Guest Panel Discussion

TBC

14.50 - 15.20

Refreshments

15:20 - 16.10

The Future of MAYTAS 6 - Discussion

A forward-looking conversation exploring the roadmap for MAYTAS 6, including integrations, automation, analytics, and the shift toward MAYTAS as a Service. Learn how Tribal is shaping the platform to meet rising expectations and regulatory demands.

Funding and Compliance: Changes to Apprenticeships in 2026

Stay ahead of the curve with a breakdown of the latest funding rule updates, ILR changes, and compliance expectations for 2026. This session is ideal for anyone navigating QAR targets, audit readiness, and reducing administrative burden.

Breakout Session

TBC

Guest Speaker

TBC

16:15

End of conference Day 1

18:00

Drinks Reception & Celebration of Success Awards and Gala Dinner

THURSDAY 16 JULY

09:30

Registration & Exhibition

10.00 - 11.00

Guest Speaker

TBC

11.00 - 11.30

Refreshments

11:30 - 12.30

THERE'S AN APP FOR THAT!
How to Support Learners and Employers

Discover the growing role of mobile and digital tools in employer engagement, learner tracking, and progress visibility. This session highlights how interconnected apps and APIs create a frictionless experience across the apprenticeship journey.

Breakout Session

TBC

Delivering Degree Apprenticeships – MAYTAS
How to Support Learners and Employers

A session for institutions delivering Degree Apprenticeships - whether you're doing it now or planning to scale. We'll cover where MAYTAS is today, what's on the roadmap, and how it handles the things that make apprenticeship delivery genuinely different from conventional programmes: DfE funding rules, employer tripartite reviews, off-the-job tracking, EPA management, and Ofsted-ready evidence. We'll also show how MAYTAS and SITS work together, to give you a single source of truth.

12.30 - 13.30

Lunch

13:30 - 14.30

Maximising Alternative Funding Streams: Skills Bootcamps and Beyond

Learn how to diversify revenue through Skills Bootcamps and other emerging funding routes. This session covers compliance considerations, reporting expectations, and how MAYTAS and M6 support multi‑stream funding models.

10 years of degree apprenticeships

Session Description coming soon...