13 May 2026 – Spike Island, Bristol
Morning Session: 10:00–13:00
Afternoon Session: 13:00–16:00
Tickets: £59 for business leaders (100% of profits go to supporting Temwa’s community led projects in northern Malawi) there is an option for charities and individuals to purchase tickets for £39.
Overview
Humanity stands at a defining crossroads – and so do our organisations. The decisions leaders make in the next few years will determine not only the future of our businesses, but the future of our communities, economies, and the next generation.
This exclusive gathering brings together senior business leaders, innovators, cultural influencers, and high‑profile changemakers to explore what a thriving, low‑carbon, resilient future could look like – and what leadership it will take to build it.
Through visionary talks, immersive storytelling, and a one‑of‑a‑kind experiential workshop with Transition Movement founder Rob Hopkins, attendees will step into a vivid picture of the world we still have the power to create. Expect fresh thinking, strategic foresight, and a renewed sense of purpose.
The event will be hosted by Temwa Board Chair and Microsoft’s Director of Digital Strategy, Rich Potter.
Event Highlights
- Keynote: The Climate & Nature Situation-What Leaders Need to Know
A leading climate scientist will deliver a sharp, accessible 10‑minute briefing covering:
- The current state of the climate and nature emergency
- Why a 1.5–2°C world is still within reach
- The systemic actions required – and what they mean for business strategy, risk, and innovation
- Featuring Rob Hopkins: Reimagining the Possible
Rob Hopkins – author, visionary, and founder of the Transition Movement – will share:
- A vivid picture of a flourishing, low-carbon future
- Why large‑scale transformation relies on courageous leadership
- Stories of communities already pioneering the future
- How imagination and narrative shape organisational action
A Journey Into the Future: Strategic Foresight Meets Playful Creativity
In this immersive leadership experience, Rob Hopkins will guide participants through a creative exploration of the world that emerges if we do everything we can – now – to build a better future.
Provided he secures a permit from the Bristol Temporal Interference Authority (BTIA), Rob will bring his “time machine” and take attendees on a playful, yet strategically grounded journey into the years ahead.
You’ll explore:
- What a thriving, low‑carbon world could genuinely look like
- The systems and behaviours that made it possible
- How organisations collaborated, innovated, and led differently
- What foundations you can start building today
This session draws on proven strategic foresight techniques used by leading organisations, blended with creativity and imagination to unlock new perspectives and momentum.
What You’ll Leave With
To create meaningful, large‑scale change, we need leaders who can articulate clarity, urgency, and hope. Attendees will leave equipped to:
Communicate confidently about the climate emergency
Explain the narrow window we still have – and inspire people toward powerful, practical action.
Connect deeply with a long-term organisational “North Star”
Clarify the future you want your organisation to help create and tell its story compellingly.
Advocate effectively with decision-makers
Use fresh, forward-looking language to engage teams, boards, investors, policymakers, and partners.
Spark real behaviour change
Shift conversations from low‑impact actions toward high‑impact areas: energy, transport, food systems, and sustainable business models.
Unlock innovation and resilience
Apply future‑thinking and narrative tools to strengthen strategic planning and organisational culture.
Who Should Attend
This event is tailored for leaders who influence thinking, strategy, audiences, and investment, including:
- CEOs, founders, directors, and senior executives
- Business and industry innovators
- Cultural leaders and public figures
- Philanthropists and impact investors
- Sustainability professionals
- Communications and brand leaders
- Anyone shaping public or organisational narratives at scale
Sessions are intentionally capped to enable high‑quality discussion and meaningful connection.
Event Timings
Morning Session – 10:00 –13:00
09:30 — Arrival
10:00 — Welcome from Temwa and partners Mocean and Belmont Estate
10:10 — Climate scientist briefing
10:20 — Rob Hopkins keynote
11:20 — Q&A
11:45 — Lunch & networking
12:45 — Close
Afternoon Session – 13:00 –16:00
12:45 — Arrival
13:15 — Lunch & networking
14:15 — Welcome from Temwa and partners Mocean and Belmont Estate
14:25 — Climate scientist briefing
14:35 — Rob Hopkins keynote
15:35 — Q&A
16:00 — Close
Lunch will be freshly prepared and provided by Emmeline, Spike Island’s award‑winning café, known for its seasonal, vibrant, sustainably sourced dishes.
Why This Event Matters for Business Leaders
Climate and nature pressures are reshaping markets, teams motivations, customer expectations, investment decisions, and regulatory landscapes. Organisations that adapt early gain competitive advantage; those that hesitate risk being left behind.
This event is designed to give senior leaders:
Clear insight into the climate and nature trends that will shape business over the next decade
- A compelling vision of how resilient, future‑ready organisations can thrive
- Language, confidence, and storytelling tools to inspire teams, stakeholders, and customers
- A rare opportunity to reflect creatively on organisational purpose and long‑term direction
- Space to connect with peers who are serious about shaping a better future
A huge thank you to our partners MOCEAN | Sustainable Corporate Events | Brand Solutions & Belmont Estate | Reconnection Restoring Inspiring