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JOIN US IN SHEFFIELD FOR EMPOWER 2026,
OUR ANNUAL FLAGSHIP CONFERENCE.


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LOCATION

DAYTIME:
Sheffield Hallam University

EVENING:
Cutler's Hall

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DATE

Wednesday 15 July &
Thursday 16 July

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NEW FOR 2026...

NEW TICKET TYPE INCLUDING OPTIONAL ACCOMODATION AVAILABLE

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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.

AT EMPOWER 2025...

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250+
Attendees

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50+

Institutions Represented

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25+

Customer-Led Presentations

WHAT TO EXPECT?

EXPERT-LED SESSIONS

Insights from Tribal specialists and industry leaders.

HANDS-ON DEMOS

Explore the newest features in your student systems.

NETWORKING

Connect with colleagues from across the sector.

AWARDS & GALA DINNER

Celebrate excellence at the iconic Cutler’s Hall.

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TICKET OPTIONS

2-DAY DELEGATE TICKET 

Includes Conference, Awards and Gala Dinner

£95

(+VAT per person)

2-DAY DELEGATE TICKET + HOTEL

Access to conference, awards, gala dinner & 2 night, 4* city centre accommodation 

£ 375

(+VAT per person)

TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE

Secure your place...

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

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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

Doors open

09:30

Welcome

10:00

MAYTAS Opening Session

10.45

Refreshments

11:15

MAYTAS 6

12:10

Getting The Best out of MAYTAS

Client to Cloud: Your Journey

 

MAYTAS Hub: Wellbeing, a Year On

Guest Speaker

13.00

Lunch

14:00

Guest panel discussion - details coming soon

14:45

The Future of MAYTAS 6 - Discussion

Funding and Compliance: Changes to Apprenticeships in 2026

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

Guest Speaker

TBC

Refreshments

16:15

Closing session

18:30

Drinks Reception & Celebration of Success Awards and Gala Dinner

THURSDAY 16 JULY


09:30

Doors open

10:00

Guest speaker

TBC

Refreshments

11:30

Guest speaker

TBC

Lunch

14:30

Maximising Alternative Funding Streams: Skills Bootcamps and Beyond

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Guest Speaker

TBC

Refreshments

15:00

Closing session

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NOMINATE YOURSELF, YOUR TEAM OR COLLEAGUES

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VENUES

DAYTIME VENUE:

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY 


Sheffield Hallam University
Hertha Ayrton STEM Centre
Sheaf Street
S1 2BP 
United Kingdom

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EVENING VENUE:

CUTLER'S HALL

7-15 Church St
Sheffield City Centre
S1 1HG
United Kingdom

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON GETTING TO THE EVENT

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