And that's a wrap!
RecFest UK 2026 welcomed 4000+ supercharged TA & HR professionals into Knebworth Park, for another iconic day of shaping the future of the industry – and what a blast it was.
We shared the real stories. We had the big conversations. We reconnected. We danced. We learned. And most importantly, we reminded each other what makes this community so powerful.
Thank you to all of our amazing exhibitors, and inspiring speakers, and the incredible RecFest Team. But the most important thank you?
It’s you, RecFester. Your energy fuels everything we do.
ATTENDEES
SPEAKERS
EXHIBITORS
Our 2026 Speakers…
Dr Grace Lordan
Founding Director of The Inclusion Initi @ The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Kanwar Kohli
Senior Leader, Global Talent Delivery @ Booking.com
Yuliia Zembal
Head of Talent Acquisition @ UKRSIBBANK BNP PARIBAS Group
Cath Possamai
Talent Acquisition Director - International Stores (EMEA; APJC; LATAM) @ Amazon
Michelle Flynn
Health & Performance Coach @ Michelle Flynn Coaching
Allison Kruse
Senior Director, Employer Brand and Talent Attraction @ Marriott International
Clare Lewis
Senior Director, Recruitment - Global Early Careers @ WTW
Kianna Briggs
Head of Talent Acquisition and Inclusion @ Medialab Group
Jules Meadwell
Head of TA @ M+C Saatchi Group
Laura White
Associate Director | Head of Experienced Hire Recruitment @ KPMG Ireland
Who Attended?
Headline Sponsors
Official Podcast Partner
Official Charity Partner
Media Partners
