Sustainability and innovation take centre stage at APM Conference in Coventry

A national association will be hosting a two-day conference in Coventry to discuss sustainability and innovation in the project profession.

The Association for Project Management (APM), the chartered membership organisation for the project profession, will be hosting its flagship event, the APM Conference 2025, at Coventry Building Society Arena.

The Projects for a Better Future conference, which will be held on Wednesday 11 June and Thursday 12 June, aims to address the pressing sustainability challenges facing the project profession today.

With headline sponsorship from Asana, the conference will delve into critical issues such as the climate crisis, resource scarcity, and social inequity. Attendees will explore these topics through the lenses of people, innovation, and practice, gaining insights into future trends that will influence both the nature of projects and how they are delivered.

The event will feature keynote speeches from Ruud Veltenaar and Zoe Le Grand.

Ruud Veltenaar

Ruud Veltenaar is a renowned philosopher, international speaker, and best-selling author. The Dutch native brings a wealth of experience from leading companies worldwide and offers a transformative perspective on building a better future.

Zoe Le Grand

Zoe Le Grand is the Managing Director of the UK/EU team at Forum for the Future. She has over a decade of experience advising organisations on sustainability strategies and will share her forward-looking approach to creating a just and regenerative future.

The conference will also feature a networking dinner on the evening of 11 June, providing attendees with the opportunity to connect while enjoying a thought-provoking talk from special guest Timandra Harkness, a science writer, broadcaster, and comedian.

Professor Adam Boddison OBE, CEO of APM, said: “Our Projects for a Better Future conference is designed for project professionals at all career levels and across various sectors.

“Whether you're looking to upskill, earn CPD credits, or expand your professional network, this conference offers valuable opportunities for growth and engagement. We look forward to welcoming you to Coventry this June.”

Jenni Ford, Director of Sales and Marketing at Coventry Building Society Arena, added: “Our location in the heart of the country positions the venue perfectly to host conferences for national organisations such as The Association of Project Management.

“We’re looking forward to welcoming the associations and its members for two days of insightful discussions in June.”

Conference ticket prices start from £366 for a one-day member pass. For more information and to book, visit: https://www.apm.org.uk/apm-conference/