
7th July
12:00 -13:00pm
Networking and Lunch
13:00 - 14:30pm
MCA Annual Industry Report 2026 launch
The MCA’s Annual Industry Report remains the most comprehensive assessment of the UK consulting sector, providing a detailed analysis of firm performance and the industry’s contribution to the wider economy and society.
Join us for an exclusive briefing on the 2026 findings. Hosted by Simon Jack, BBC Business Editor, this MCA member only event will bring together senior leaders from firms to examine the latest data, forecasts and market trends.
Through two panel discussions, speakers will explore the outlook for the sector, including growth opportunities, the structural impact of AI, evolving hiring patterns, and what more needs to be done to improve diversity and inclusion in the sector.
The session will also consider how demand is shifting across sectors, regions and international markets, offering a clear view of where consulting is heading and where the opportunities lie.
This event is by invite only. For more information, please contact the MCA events team: Events@mca.org.uk

MEET THE SPEAKERS

JONATHAN HOUSE
UK HEAD OF CONSULTING
PwC

LISA FERNIHOUGH
HEAD OF ADVISORY
KPMG

HEATHER ALLEYNE
PARTNER
RSM

DAVID HATCHER
MANAGING PARTNER
BARINGA

LUCINDA PENISTON-BAINES
FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER
THE OBSERVATORY INTERNATIONAL

EMILY BLACKBURN
MANAGER
NORTH HIGHLAND
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PHILLIP WOOLLEY
PARTNER
GRANT THORNTON

SARAH MOORE
PARTNER
PwC
