As summer winds down, the SSF UK team has been busy preparing for a vibrant and impactful autumn. August has been a month of behind-the-scenes progress, with exciting developments now live and ready for member engagement.
Future Vision Awards 2025 – Voting Now Open
Voting is now open for the Future Vision Awards 2025, part of our annual conference taking place at Chester Cathedral on November 11th and 12th. These awards celebrate the individuals and teams driving innovation and transformation across the shared services community. Cast your vote via the conference page. Voting closes on Friday September 1st, so make sure your voice is heard!
Register Now for the Annual Conference
Registration for the Future Vision: Innovate Regenerate conference is still open and filling fast. Register via the conference page to secure your place. Registration closes on Friday September 12th, so don’t miss your chance to join us for two days of inspiration, learning, and connection at Chester Cathedral.
Looking Ahead to September
September marks a return to full momentum, with several key events and initiatives:
New Network Reflection Sessions These online sessions will offer SSF UK members a space to pause, reflect, and share insights from the year so far—strengthening connections and shaping future priorities across our practitioner networks. Visit the events page to find out more, save the dates and register!
Final Leaders Event of 2025 We’re proud to host our last leadership event of the year at Freshfields in Manchester, a valued member organisation. This in-person event will focus on sustainable leadership, innovation, and purpose, bringing together our SSF UK leaders for meaningful dialogue and inspiration.
Thank You
Thank you to our member organisations and wider community for your continued engagement. Whether you’re voting in the awards, attending events, or contributing to our networks, your involvement is what makes SSF UK thrive.
Enjoy the final days of summer and we look forward to reconnecting in September!