WELCOME TO CILIP CONFERENCE
About the event
Join established, new and emerging leaders from across the Library, Information and Knowledge Management sector for two days of inspiring talks, workshops and networking. CILIP Conference is the UK’s leading event for the Library, Information and Knowledge community. As a delegate, you can expect to hear about the latest sector trends and developments, gain new skills, be inspired by our fantastic keynote speakers and enhance your personal and professional network.
CILIP Conference 2025 has just closed after a fantastic two days. Please register your interest in 2026 to be kept up-to-date about plans for next year’s event.
FULL CONFERENCE DELEGATE RATES
New Professional
£749
For colleagues within the first 5 years of their career. Limited places available.
FULL CONFERENCE PLACE INCLUDES:
WEDNESDAY NIGHT STAY AT THE BIRMINGHAM HILTON METROPOLE, FULL CONFERENCE ACCESS ACROSS 2 DAYS, PLUS ALL MEALS AND REFRESHMENTS.
WEDNESDAY LUNCH, DRINKS RECEPTION AND PRESIDENTIAL DINNER, THURSDAY BREAKFAST AND LUNCH.
Who is this event for?
UNITING THE SECTOR
What’s unique about CILIP as a membership organisation and our events is that we bring together colleagues from across all parts of the profession –Library, Information and Knowledge Management – to share expertise and collaborate on shared issues.
We also represent all parts of the sector, and Conference brings together delegates from health, higher education, commercial services, government and public and national libraries – to name a few! – in knowledge exchange and collaboration.
Uniting emerging, aspiring and established leaders from across the globe, the CILIP Conference programme explores ‘top of mind’ issues impacting the sector; if it’s keeping you awake at night, we’re here to discuss it!
As well as informing you of the latest developments, Conference helps you move the needle on pressing issues within your organisation and aims to support your next career move.
Join us next year as we gather our intentional community once more!
2025 SPEAKERS
Janine Weightman
Kirsty Walker
Patrick Lambe
Simon Burton
Dr Elinor Carmi
Naomi Korn
Hank Malik
Gene Tan
Helen Rimmer
Sue Lacey Bryant
Louis Coiffait-Gunn
Jessica Pawley
Lucy Banks
John Barbrook
Jane Secker
Sue Attewell
Charlotte Nichols
Dr David McMenemy
Victoria Barnett
Noushin Jedi
Isobel Eddyshaw
Anthony Sinnott
Kirsten MacQuarrie
Andrew Cox
Georgina Wilson-Powell
David Smith OBE
Sebastian Cuttill
Pritie Billimoria
Jess Pembroke
Lisa McLaren
Zsuzsa Haviar McLean
Barbara Schleihagen
Hayley Chevell
Suzie Henderson
Professor Vanessa Beck
Andrew Herd
Stephen Phillips
Richard Gaston
Michael Rosen
Sonia Ramdhian
James Nock
Hélène Russell
Susan Smith
Alison Bullbeck
Asif Khan
Rebecca Lawrence
ADDRESSING THE SECTOR’S MOST PRESSING MATTERS
NORTH STAR: ASSERTING OUR ETHICAL PRINCIPLES AND LEADING THROUGH CHANGE
Against a backdrop of sluggish growth, fast-paced tech innovation, live AI experiments, and viral mis/dis-information, our sector’s ethical framework is more relevant than ever: To preserve knowledge in secure and useful ways, now and in the future. To protect people from misleading and harmful content by upskilling them and giving them access to a wide range of trustworthy information. And to promote responsible, sustainable, and ethical practices.
CILIP Conference 2025 explored our ‘North Star’ ethical principles in the context of how we navigate this time of great challenge and opportunity, and examine how we – as trusted information professionals – can exert our influence; demonstrate our impact; and position our sector’s expertise to secure our seat at the top table – whether that be at an organisational, local, national or international level.
Networking
CONNECTING A NETWORK
OF CHANGE-MAKERS
Make vital connections, share ideas and forge new collaborations as you network with peers from the library, information and knowledge management sector. As well as plenty of workshop-style discussions and knowledge-sharing opportunities, CILIP Conference features a number of social networking events to make sure you leave feeling connected.
COMPARE PRODUCTS & SERVICES
NURTURING INDUSTRY AND SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIPS
Our extensive exhibition floor offers the chance to compare products and services, all in one place. Develop relationships with key suppliers, get advice on the latest products and enjoy exclusive discounts for the duration of the event.
We’re excited to launch our new 1-2-1 booking system, giving delegates the opportunity to book dedicated appointments with exhibitors across the two days. This is your chance to have more meaningful, personalised conversations.
Simply register your interest to pre-book a slot with the exhibitor or exhibitors you’re most interested in meeting with – and they will be in contact directly to arrange a meeting time to suit you.
Ulverscroft Ltd
PLS Access to Research
TDNet
Civica
The Roving Bookshop
NielsenIQ BookData
IS Oxford Ltd
Facet Publishing
Info Technology Supply
