Sedex Xchange UK Registration Page

When: Thursday 10 September 2026, 9:00 - 17:00 British Summer Time (Networking drinks until 18:15)
Where: Park Plaza London Riverbank, 18 Albert Embankment, London, UK, SE1 7TJ

Sedex Xchange UK returns to London in 2026, with increased emphasis on interactive discussion, peer exchange, and practical application - reflecting the priorities and maturity of the UK Sedex community.

Part of the global Xchange series, this collaborative in‑person gathering unites sustainability professionals, Sedex experts, and industry leaders for a day of insight, collaboration, and practical learning.

This year’s programme will explore the challenges and priorities shaping responsible business today -from evolving regulation and due diligence expectations to supply chain resilience, transparency, and responsible sourcing.

What to Expect:

Attendees will have plenty of opportunities to connect directly with speakers, peers, and Sedex experts throughout the day. We’ll round off the day with networking drinks to keep the dialogue going, share ideas, and strengthen new relationships.

Presentations and panel discussions from Sedex experts and industry leaders
Interactive discussions focused on shared industry challenges
Opportunities to exchange perspectives and connect with peers across the Sedex community

Leave with fresh perspectives, shared insights, and stronger connections from across the Sedex community.

Make sure to check out the agenda below, and register your interest as soon as possible as spaces are limited!

Agenda

Please note the below agenda may be subject to change.

Time	Session	Speaker / Facilitator
08:15 - 09:00	Registration & Welcome Breakfast Light breakfast, badge collection, settle in, make new contacts
09:00 - 09:30	Welcome Intro, outline of the day. Get to know who’s in the room and meet peers around your table	Pritesh Chauhan, Head of Customer Marketing & Community, Sedex
09:30 – 10:15	Connecting the Dots: Data, Regulation & Forced Labour in Action Regulation is moving fast. We'll unpack what's changing, how Sedex's risk tools are evolving, and how Co-op uses audit data to spot forced labour risk in practice, with time for questions.	Audrey Clavedon, Head of Sustainability Leadership, Sedex Tom Sewell, Social Sustainability Lead, Sedex Heather Webb, Ethical Trade and Human Rights Manager, Co-op
10:15 - 10:45	Product Strategy & Roadmap Sedex's product strategy is evolving. A first look at what's next for the Sedex platform and what it means for members.	Duncan Ellis, Chief Product & Technology Officer, Sedex
10:45 - 11:15	Networking Break A chance to grab a drink, a snack and meet someone new
11:15 - 11:45	SMETA and Audit Quality Programme Updates SMETA updates following member consultation, what the data shows on recruitment fees and living wage, and the latest on the Audit Quality Programme. Plus, tell us what guidance would help you most.	Alexia Ward, Head of Sustainability Improvement & Evolution, Sedex Fiorela Topciu, Head of Quality Assurance & Audit Partners, Sedex
11:45 - 12:45	SMETA Insights Workshop A hands-on workshop on using SMETA data to manage supply chain risk, with plenty of room for peer discussion.	Clare Fitton, SMETA Evolution & Impact Lead, Sedex Paul Chalmers, SMETA Quality and Evolution Manager, Sedex
12:45 - 13:45	Networking Lunch An opportunity to refuel, build new connections, and continue discussions from the morning
13:45 - 14:30	Risk-Based Auditing: An Exploration A discussion to explore a risk-based approach to auditing, with perspectives from Sedex and auditor partners.	Clare Fitton, SMETA Evolution & Impact Lead, Sedex Paul Chalmers, SMETA Quality & Evolution Manager, Sedex Alberto Sartori, Global Product Manager, TÜV SÜD
14:30 - 15:00	In Conversation: L'Oréal on Living Wage and Their Sedex Journey Hear directly from L'Oréal on their Sedex journey to date, including their work on living wage, with time for your questions.	Audrey Clavedon, Head of Sustainability Leadership, Sedex Alice Follot, Sustainable Sourcing Manager, L’Oreal
15:00 - 15:30	Networking Break Refresh, reset, and keep the conversations going.
15:30 - 16:30	Addressing hidden workforce risks: Expanding SMETA coverage across service sectors Exploring product evolution and risk, featuring the latest on the Service Provider Audit. Hear directly from a member as they share their experience with the Service Provider Audit.	Tom Sewell, Social Sustainability Lead, Sedex Joe Waitkevich, Global Head of Remediation, Amazon Hope Sherwin, Human Rights & Ethical Trading Specialist, Medik8
16:30 - 16:50	Open Forum – ask us anything A chance to address any outstanding questions.	Allison Hudson, Chief Customer Officer, Sedex
16:50 - 17:00	Closing An opportunity to reflect on the discussion and outcomes of the day.	Pritesh Chauhan, Head of Customer Marketing & Community, Sedex
17:15 - 18:15	Networking Drinks Join us in the River view Lounge for time to unwind, chat, and deepen connections.

In-Person Community Event

London, 10 September 2026

09:00 - 17:00 BST

Join us to connect, learn, and level up your sustainability strategy

Agenda

Venue Details

Connect with sustainability & sourcing professionals from the UK community

Join interactive sessions focused on real-world supply chain challenges

Hear practical insights and peer perspectives