eoa Events 2026 - Events for Employee Ownership 

 

Following the launch of the ambitious five-year UK EO Growth Strategy at the annual conference in 2025, the eoa is going on the road to work with our members and the wider EO sector to turn this into a reality.

We’ve developed an exciting new-look events programme designed to engage and inspire hundreds of employee owned businesses (EOBs), as well as those considering EO.

eoaLive! is the new format for our one-day, face-to-face events. Alongside this, we offer a range of online sessions including How to Become EO webinars and eo Hub Exchanges—our member-only discussions exploring key topics from our thriving online community. eo Hub events are free for eoa members, making it even easier to connect, learn and share best practice.

Looking to build your knowledge further? Our eo Learn platform offers structured learning and practical courses to support you at every stage of your employee ownership journey.

We’ll also be speaking at employee ownership events across the UK. If you’re organising an event and would like someone from the eoa to share sector insights, please email [email protected].

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Featured Event

Event
10
Jun
2026
eoaLive! Featuring the UK EO Awards 2026
If you’ve missed out on tickets for the sold-out eoaLive! event in Birmingham, we’ve just released a limited number of evening-only tickets. But be quick - once they’re gone, they’re gone! The UK Employee Ownership Awards, sponsored by Howden, will be presented at a glittering Gala Dinner from 7pm on Wednesday 10 June. Now’s your chance to join 400 delegates from EO businesses across the UK and see which of our shortlisted businesses and individuals will be crowned winners. Are you ready to own it?
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All Upcoming Events

Event
10 Jun 2026
eoaLive! Featuring the UK EO Awards 2026
If you’ve missed out on tickets for the sold-out eoaLive! event in Birmingham, we’ve just released a limited number of evening-only tickets. But be quick - once they’re gone, they’re gone! The UK Employee Ownership Awards, sponsored by Howden, will be presented at a glittering Gala Dinner from 7pm on Wednesday 10 June. Now’s your chance to join 400 delegates from EO businesses across the UK and see which of our shortlisted businesses and individuals will be crowned winners. Are you ready to own it?
eoa Live!
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10 Jun 2026
UK EO Awards 2026
Nominations for the UK Employee Ownership Awards 2026 are open. This event will take place during eoaLive! 2026.
eoa Annual Conference
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23 Jun 2026
How to Become Employee Owned
A fast-paced panel discussion exploring employee ownership as a powerful alternative to private capital and trade sales. Hear how one business founder made the switch in just three months, and what it means if you are thinking about your own exit.
eoa Network Meeting - Virtual
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24 Jun 2026
eo Hub Exchange - HR, People & Culture
This is our member-only get-together for HR and People & Culture professionals working in employee owned (EO) businesses.
eo Hub Exchange
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2 Jul 2026
eo Hub Exchange - EO Seller / Founder
Join our next member-only eo Hub Exchange designed specifically for founders who’ve sold into employee ownership and sellers exploring transition.
eo Hub Exchange
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27 Aug 2026
eo Hub Exchange - Employee Trustees & Employee Representatives
Join our next member-only eo Hub Exchange designed specifically for Employee Trustees and Employee Representatives working in employee owned organisations.
eo Hub Exchange
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3 Sep 2026
eo Hub Exchange - New & Future EO Leaders
Join our next member-only eo Hub Exchange designed specifically for leaders who took over the reins after becoming EO, were recruited externally post-transition, or those who held / hold a leadership position before / after the business was sold.
eo Hub Exchange
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22 Sep 2026
eo Hub Exchange - HR, People & Culture
This is our member-only get-together for HR and People & Culture professionals working in employee owned (EO) businesses.
eo Hub Exchange
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8 Oct 2026
eoaLive! October 2026
Everything you value about the eoa Annual Conference, distilled into one focused, high-impact day. The October edition (Thursday 8th) of eoaLive! brings employee owners, leaders, and advisers together for practical insight, meaningful connection, and real-world learning.
Priority Lists
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15 Oct 2026
eo Hub Exchange - EO Seller / Founder
Join our next member-only eo Hub Exchange designed specifically for founders who’ve sold into employee ownership and sellers exploring transition.
eo Hub Exchange
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19 Nov 2026
eo Hub Exchange - New & Future EO Leaders
Join our next member-only eo Hub Exchange designed specifically for leaders who took over the reins after becoming EO, were recruited externally post-transition, or those who held / hold a leadership position before / after the business was sold.
eo Hub Exchange
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26 Nov 2026
eo Hub Exchange - Employee Trustees & Employee Representatives
Join our next member-only eo Hub Exchange designed specifically for Employee Trustees and Employee Representatives working in employee owned organisations.
eo Hub Exchange
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