2025 Agenda

As well as a comprehensive exhibition, at Kent Construction EXPO you can access a programme of free keynotes, workshops & special networking events – providing fresh insights into current construction industry challenges and opportunities on the horizon as well as emerging technologies, practices and innovations – helping you to keep up-to-date and thrive in the years ahead.

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Sustainable
Futures 
 
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Build 4.0:
The Digital & Innovation Revolution
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The Building Safety Act: Navigating the Next Phase
 
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Strengthening the Future Workforce
 
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08:00 - 09:00

Networking Breakfast

Clive Emson Building

Ella Sandall
Kent Construction Focus Group (KCFG)
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09:00 - 10:30
Registration Opens
09:25 - 09:30

Welcome from Tudor Price, CEO, Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce

Astor Theatre

Tudor Price
CEO
Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce
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09:25 - 10:00

Opening Keynote: Lower Thames Crossing: Building a Low-Carbon Legacy and Unlocking Opportunity

Astor Theatre

Natalie Bonnick
Head of Supply Chain Development at the Lower Thames Crossing
National Highways
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10:30 - 11:00

Net Zero in Practice: Building Credible Pathways for Construction

Astor Theatre

Martin White
Sustainability Consultant
Green Business and Construction Hub
Jon Alford
Carbon and Data Specialist
Auditel
Steve Gravenell
Director
On Grade Earthworks and Stabilisation Ltd
Huda Lohiya
Area Civil Engineer & Sustainability Advisor
Tensar, a division of CMC
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Digital Threads, Real Results: How Baxall Leverages the Golden Thread to Win Work

Telford Theatre

Malcolm Clarke MCIOB
Managing Director
Baxall
Matthew Barker
Technical Manager
Baxall
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Managing Gateway Delays; the Higher-Risk Building Approvals Regime

Brunel Theatre

Caroline Watkins
Partner
Thomson Snell & Passmore LLP
Chris Kirby-Turner
Partner
Thomson Snell & Passmore LLP
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Panel Discussion: Advancing Inclusivity and Diversity in Construction

Cubitt Theatre

Faith Abudu
Director
DIIC Diversity and Inclusion in Construction
Abigail Blumzon
Senior Associate Project Manager
Bailey Partnership
Abena Akuffo-Kelly
Mayor of Folkstone 2024/25 I Head of Training, People and Culture
DIIC Diversity and Inclusion In Construction
Hony Premlal
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Chair of Women in Social Housing (WISH)
Hony Premlal Consultancy
Jessica Power
Social Value Manager
Skanska
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11:00 - 11:10
Exhibition & Comfort Break
11:10 - 11:40

Clean Power, Local Impact: Inside the Kemsley Green Hydrogen Project

Astor Theatre

Graham Dixon
Project Development Manager UK&I
Lhyfe
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How BIM is Solving Real Problems on UK Infrastructure Projects

Telford Theatre

Arfin Mehboob
Director
BIM Outsourcing
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Navigating Planning Uncertainty and Delivering Better Places

Brunel Theatre

Dr Colin Black
Director - Transport and Place
Mayer Brown Ltd
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Hard Hats and Human Skills: Building Strength Against Stress

Cubitt Theatre

Amy Cumber
Psychotherapist, Counsellor MBACP, Owner
Think About You
Andy Burke
Co- Founder
Laura Burke Training and Consultancy
Lyndsey Gallagher
CEO
Gallagher Group
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11:40 - 12:00
Exhibition & Comfort Break
12:00 - 12:30

Smarter Project Delivery: AI in Construction Management

Telford Theatre

Vassos Chrysostomou
Chief Operating Officer
Aiforsite
Krystle Drover
Associate Director Major Projects Advisory
KPMG
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Navigating the New Era of Building Regulations

Brunel Theatre

Lindsey Platt
Building Remediation Lead
Orbit Housing Association
Louise Mansfield
Legal Director
Bevan Brittan
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Leading the Way: Building Tomorrow’s Construction Leaders

Cubitt Theatre

Dr Blessing Enakimio
CEO
Blé Global
Elouise Mitchell
Associate Planning Consultant
Lee Evans Partnership
Elle Matthews
Senior HR Business Partner
Kier Group
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12:30 - 13:00
Lunch & Networking
12:40 - 13:25

Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce Members-only VIP Reception

Astor Theatre

Tudor Price
CEO
Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce
Allan Wilén
Economics Director
Glenigan | Powered by Hubexo
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13:00 - 13:30

Beyond the Brick: Exploring the Next Generation of Construction Materials

Telford Theatre

Rob Page
Chartered Architectural Technologist
Hazle McCormack Young LLP
Tom Raftery
Head of Sustainability
Bauder
Marc Harris
Specification Manager
The Bespoke Brick Co.
Matthew Barker
Technical Manager
Baxall
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Building Safety in Action: The Role of the Principal Designer

Brunel Theatre

Paul Chapple
Principal Designer
Bailey Partnership
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Shaping a Diverse Future: The Procurement Act 2025 and Social Value in Construction

Cubitt Theatre

Jill Willis
Co-Founder & Director
Attract & Engage
Nicola Dibb
Managing Director
Solve Social Value
Jo Davis
Client Relationship Director
Solve Social Value
Ceri Turner
Social Impact Manager
Balfour Beatty
Steph Harris
Head of Social Value and New Business
Apex
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13:30 - 14:00
Lunch & Networking
14:00 - 14:30

Sustainable Design: Intentional Design for Long-Term Value

Astor Theatre

Kemi Owoeye
Technical Lead - Sustainable Design
Willmott Dixon Construction South
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Primed for Launch: Making Tax Digital for sole traders

Telford Theatre

Jim Rogers
MTD Senior Policy Advisor
HM Revenue & Customs
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Fire & Structural Safety Under the Building Safety Act: From Design to Duty holder Compliance

Brunel Theatre

Tim Jackson
Partner
calfordseaden LLP
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Kent's Role in Shaping the Future Workforce

Cubitt Theatre

David Smith
Acting CEO
South East Consortium
Yvonne Phillip
Phoenix Academy Manager
Phoenix Community Housing
Anna Skeats
CEO
The Mason Foundation
Lindsey Biggs
Chief Innovation and Skills Officer
East Kent Colleges Group
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14:30 - 14:45
Exhibition / Comfort Break
14:45 - 15:15

Biodiversity Net-Gain Constraints and Opportunities

Astor Theatre

Amy Wright
Head of Ecology
Native Ecology LLP
Tom Nelson
Director & Co-Founder
Nature Impact
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The Emerging World of Construction Data

Telford Theatre

Matt Samways
Managing Director
AIMIS Solutions
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NEC vs JCT Construction Contracts – Choosing the Right Framework for Project Success

Brunel Theatre

Caroline Watkins
Partner
Thomson Snell & Passmore LLP
Stephen Morris
Associate Director
GVE Commercial Solutions Limited
Matt Clark
Managing Director
GVE Commercial Solutions (Building) Ltd
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Employment Law Reform

Cubitt Theatre

Antonio Fletcher
Associate Director
Whitehead Monckton
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16:00 - 16:30
Exhibition Closes
16:30 - 17:30

Drinks Reception sponsored by DHA (Ticketed Event)

Clive Emson Building

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17:30 - 22:00

Gala Dinner with entertainment from Tom Davis, Actor and Comedian (Ticketed Event)

Clive Emson Building

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