Convene 2026
Social Value Through Business
Tuesday 20 & Wednesday 21 October | Brisbane
Convene is where leaders come to move beyond intention and into action. As expectations shift from profit alone to social value creation, you'll be alongside executives, policymakers, the do-ers, industry bodies and pioneers, shaping what best practice social value looks like and how it delivers real competitive advantage.
This year's theme: Social Value Through Business
Business is changing, and social performance is how that change is being delivered, measured and understood.
Social performance is about people. Which makes it simple, and complex all at once.
- your people
- your supply chain
- your customers
- and the communities connected to your business
Understanding this impact and translating it into real business value is one of the most important and rapidly evolving challenges facing organisations today.
Convene brings it all together
Convene 2026 comes to Brisbane at a defining moment in social value for Australian business. Be in the room with those leading the way and showing what's possible.
Pioneers in action
Social enterprises leading the way as pioneers of social performance in action.
Redefining value
Corporate and government leaders redefining what value looks like within their organisations.
Progress over perfection
The social performance journey, where progress matters more than perfection.
Practical application
How organisations are prioritising, measuring and reporting on the social value they deliver in and for the business.
Leadership and influence
Those embedding social performance into strategy, decision-making and business case development.
Resilience in disruption
Why investing in people continues to deliver value, even amid global uncertainty.
Two days. One sector. Real momentum
Convene 2026 will see the sector come together for two days of ideas, energy and action, where Australia's social impact community gathers not just to talk change, but to design it.
When the formal program winds down, we take things skyward. The Convene afterparty will be held at Sixteen Antlers Rooftop Bar, with exclusive use of this iconic rooftop space. Expect city skyline views, elevated conversations, and a vibrant atmosphere as the sector comes together to celebrate, connect and continue the momentum into the evening.
Attendees can choose a one-day general access pass or go deeper with a two-day all-access pass. Day 1 delivers the big-room conference energy. Day 2 sharpens the focus, inviting participants to go deeper and build practical pathways forward.
Two days of connection and learning
Day 1: The flagship conference
Convene Day 1 is the flagship conference experience. It's where the social value ecosystem comes together: corporates, government, social enterprises, philanthropy, and changemakers, all in one room, all leaning into what's next.
What to expect:
- Access to the full Day 1 main conference program
- Inspiring keynote speakers with industry leaders
- Cross-sector panel discussions
- Real-world case studies and lived experiences
- Purposeful networking opportunities with cross-sector decision-makers
Day 2: Go deeper
Convene Day 2 is for those who want to extend the learning from Day 1. With limited tickets available, the All-Access Pass unlocks entry into a curated selection of deeper-dive sessions designed to build directly on Day 1's conversations.
The All-Access Pass includes entry to two of eight intimate, curated sessions, each designed to be more hands-on, more interactive, and more focused on outcomes.
Choose from:
- Deep-dive discussions on key industry challenges
- Expert-led masterclasses with practical tools
- Interactive workshops designed for real outcomes
Session choices will be available from mid-June. We'll notify you when they're ready for selection.
Why you should attend
Be part of the conversation shaping the future of social value in Australia.
- Shape the conversation: Join the discussions influencing how organisations create impact through business.
- Recharge your purpose: Spend a day surrounded by people committed to building a more inclusive and sustainable economy.
- Learn from diverse voices: Hear insights from practitioners, leaders, and innovators across business, government, and the social enterprise sector.
- Challenge conventional thinking: Explore new approaches to procurement, partnership, and impact that are reshaping how organisations operate.
- Find your next step: Take away ideas that can influence strategy, partnerships, and future initiatives.
- Experience a curated gathering: Convene is designed to bring together the right mix of voices to spark meaningful conversation and collaboration.
- Strengthen your community: Reconnect with peers, build new relationships, and deepen your place within the social impact ecosystem.
What to expect
Keynotes
Main room keynotes with guest speakers and policy makers.
Masterclasses
Hosted by sector experts, with practical tools you can apply to your role.
Panel discussions
Cross-sector conversations with change makers shaping what's next.
Fireside chats
Honest conversations with those who have some big stories to tell.
Workshops
Breakout sessions designed for real outcomes, not passive listening.
Networking
Connect with the business for good sector throughout the event.
Convene attendees
Convene brings together the people, ideas and partnerships redefining social value, responsible procurement and purpose-led growth in Australia and beyond.
- Social enterprise leaders
- Businesses creating jobs for marginalised groups, offering community-focused products or services, and tackling environmental challenges
- Business professionals aiming to drive social impact and sustainability
- Philanthropists, policy experts and researchers interested in the social enterprise sector
- Government representatives exploring innovative solutions to deliver more public value
- Other sector partners looking to connect and collaborate with like-minded peers
- Head of Social Impact
- Impact Lead
- Founder
- CEO
- Executive Director
- Social Procurement Manager
- Head of ESG
- Chief Sustainability Officer
- Policy Advisor
- Procurement Director
- Partnerships Development Manager
- Impact Investment Manager
- Supplier Diversity Lead
- Program Director
- Grants & Partnerships Lead
- Research and Social Innovation Lead
- Supplier Diversity Manager
- Economic Development Officer
Choose your experience
Whether you're joining for the day or going all in, there's a ticket to match how you want to experience Convene.
1-day pass
General Access Pass
From $349 + GST and ticketing fees
Includes:
- Invitation to the welcome night networking
- Access to Convene main day
- One coffee at the cart on us
- Access to Convene post-event networking
- Option to add Day 2 masterclasses at an additional cost
2-day pass | Limited availability
All Access Pass
From $629 + GST and ticketing fees
Includes:
- Invitation to the welcome night networking
- Access to Convene main day
- Access to the coffee cart
- Access to Convene post-event networking
- Swag bag from select certified social enterprises
- Access to the VIP lunch area
- VIP registration area
- Access to two masterclasses on Day 2
- Most popular
Limited availability until sold out
Bring the team
Table of 8
From $2,873 + GST and ticketing fees
Includes:
- Invitation to the welcome night networking
- Table at the front
- Access to Convene main day
- One coffee at the cart on us
- Access to Convene post-event networking
- Branded signage on the table
- VIP registration area
- Option to add Day 2 masterclasses at an additional cost (from $249 per session)
- Or upgrade to the All-Access table for more inclusions
Brisbane. 2026. Be in the room.
Convene 2026 is where the next phase of social value gets shaped. Don't watch it from the sidelines.