BLOC National Conference 2026 hailed as a major success

The BLOC National Conference 2026 has been hailed as a major success, bringing together members, partners and industry leaders at the Crowne Plaza, Stratford-upon-Avon.

Under the theme “Shaping the Future”, the event showcased BLOC’s vision following the merger of Integra and Office Friendly, with keynote addresses from Managing Director Jeanette Caswell and Chairman Aidan McDonough setting out the organisation’s strategic direction. A standout session was delivered by Damian Hughes, focusing on leadership, mindset and high-performance culture.

Breakout sessions covered key industry topics including supply chain change, mergers and acquisitions, eCommerce, AI, marketing and workforce development. Speakers included Andrew Stacey (Staceway Ltd), Chris Sellars (Hentons), Elizabeth Stevenson (ACS Group Ltd), Patrick Donnelly (EvolutionX / Donnelly Dynamics) and Max Walkington (BPIF Training).

A major supplier exhibition featured over 75 partners, giving members access to new products, services and innovations across the sector.

The day also included extensive networking opportunities and a celebratory evening dinner, reinforcing collaboration across the BLOC community.