Agenda Overview
This conference will foster global connection to unify our senior leadership teams. The agenda will focusing on building stronger strategic alignment , strengthening our collective identity and enhancing leadership capability to drive transformational change and deliver long-term value.
June 16–17, 2026
Campus Belloch, Barcelona
Two days of strategic alignment and capability building for Valeo Foods Senior Leadership Team.
Daily Schedule
Monday 15th June
Lunchtime Onwards
Arrival and Informal Networking
As attendee arrival times will vary, there is no formal agenda planned. Check is in available from lunchtime and once checked in, all onsite facilities are available for use (no pre-booking required). A Valeo Foods Welcome Lounge will be signposted and will act as a central meeting point throughout the duration of the conference.
Welcome Lounge
Buffet Dinner
19.30 - 21.30
A self-serve buffet dinner will be available in the main restaurant, with a section reserved exclusively for Valeo Foods. Please note, for anyone arriving after 21.30, room service is not available and alternative arrangements for dinner will be required. A small range of light snacks and drinks will be made available in the Welcome Lounge.
Restaurant
Day 1 – Tuesday 16 June
08:00
Breakfast and Welcome Speech
Restaurant
Breakfast served from 7am. Welcome Speech at 8am. Move to main room for 8.15am start
08.15 - 12.45
Main Plenary
Introducing The Makers Collective
Strengthening connections across the collective business and unifying us as One Team: One Valeo.
In Conversation with Bain Capital
Panel discussion and interactive Q&A with Giacomo Massetti and Niclas Thamm from Bain Capital
Leading Transformation: Creating Belief
Using inspiring communication to create belief and excitement about being part of Valeo Foods and our ongoing transformation.
12.45 - 13.30
Lunch
Restaurant
13.30 - 17.15
Main Plenary and Breakout Rooms
Connecting people to the past, present and future of Valeo Foods and recognising how everyone contributes to its success.
Valeo Foods: The Big Picture
Being Change Fit
Preparing leaders for the next phase of the Valeo Journey and being equipped to lead multiple transformational initiatives simultaneously.
17.15 - 19.00
Free Time
19.00
W Bar and Outdoor Terrace
Networking Dinner and Evening Activity
19.00 Drinks and Aperitifs. 20.00 Dinner
Networking and Team Building activities throughout the evening
Day 2 – Wednesday 17 June
08:00
Breakfast and Networking
Restaurant
Breakfast served from 7am. Opening address at 8am. Move to main room for 8.15am start
08.15 - 13.00
Main Plenary and Breakout Rooms
Leading Transformational Change
Exploring the change in mindsets, skills and behaviours that leaders need to instil in others in order for change to be successful.
Our Transformation Agenda
A deep dive into the next phase of the Valeo Foods transformation agenda, our strategic ambition and How to Win initiatives.
Inform and Inspire Spotlight Sessions
Hear live examples of transformational change being executed across Valeo Foods and use the insight gained to better plan your own change initiatives
13.00 - 13.45
Restaurant
Lunch
13.45 - 15.15
Main Plenary
Valeo Foods: Masterbrand
Creating a single, clear identity that connects our brands, markets and teams; and helps us tell one compelling story to colleagues, customers and consumers.
15.15 - 15.45
Closing Reflections & Next Steps
Final wrap-up session focusing on how to maintain momentum post conference and continue to build on successes achieved
16.00
Conference End & Transfers
Departure and pre-booked airport transfers based on individual travel plans.
Our Event Partners
We are teaming up with existing partners Curium Solutions and JSX Communications who both bring their respective expertise to the conference. Curium are specialists in supporting leaders to drive transformational change and are currently partnering with us on the roll out of our Valeo Voyage Programme to our senior leadership teams. JSX Communications who played a pivotal role in the shaping of our Valued Behaviours bring specialist insight into employee engagement and inspiring communication during transformative change and will lead the conference event management team.
Event Partners
James Farrow
Founder and MD, Curium Solutions
James Yapp
Senior Consultant, Curium Solutions
Managing Consultant, Curium Solutions
Chris Finnegan
Co-Founder, JSX Communications
Sarah Kilgour
Co-Founder, JSX Communications
Jenni Ebben
Event Speakers and Presenters
Giacoma Massetti
Partner, Bain Capital
Principal, Bain Capital
Niclas Thamm
CEO, Coley Porter Bell
Vicky Bullen