🗓️ Thursday 19 June | 🕑 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 The Building Centre, 26 Store Street, London WC1E 7BT
We’re excited to invite you to a dynamic afternoon of networking, learning, and cross-sector collaboration — open to both members and non-members of the Institute for Social Value.
Theme: Building Cross-Sector Connections to Maximise Social Value
Connect with like-minded professionals and organisations committed to delivering impact. The event will feature guest speakers, followed by an interactive Q&A session, and plenty of time to build meaningful relationships.
1. AECOM & CRASH: Building Social Value Together
Discover how AECOM’s long-standing partnership with CRASH is creating lasting impact by:
Providing pro bono technical expertise to improve homelessness and hospice accommodation.
Hosting training workshops and secondments into CRASH projects.
Moving beyond traditional CSR activities to deliver strategic, skills-based support.
Speakers:
Lucy Carraz, ESG Director, AECOM
Trisha Pickersgill, CEO, CRASH
2. The Social Impact of “The Right Home in the Right Place”
Explore how quality housing and placemaking can transform lives. This collaborative project with Loop, Vistry and Sovereign Homes demonstrates the broader impact of well-designed homes on wellbeing and socio-economic outcomes.
Key takeaways:
Research insights on housing and community development
The power of cross-sector partnerships
Why placemaking is critical for sustainable impact in the built environment
Ideal for professionals in housing, planning, or ESG, this session highlights how to build not just homes—but thriving, resilient communities.
Chaired by Ruth Skidmore of Meeting Place, Ruth will be joined for a panel discussion by Mathew Buckham from Sovereign Network Group, Will Campbell from LOOP and Chris Criscione from Pigeon Investment Management.
🌟 Spaces are limited and booking is essential to secure your place.
We’d love to see you there!