Corporate Communications: The Great Reset

Setting the Standard for Communications Leaders 

The role of Corporate Comms has shifted, and so have we. Following last year's successful launch, we are proud to announce the recharged return of The Corporate Comms Summit, now brought to you by In.Comms, the brand-new sister title to PRWeek.

On Wednesday 7 October at Events@No.6, we move beyond the surface to explore the two sides of the same strategic coin. By uniting a cross-functional audience of leaders from Corporate Comms, Internal Comms, HR, we reveal the blueprint for fostering a reputable organisation from the ground up.

This is your opportunity to connect with decision-makers in a setting that inspires breakthrough thinking. Join us to bridge departmental gaps and transform communications from an operational overhead into a primary driver of corporate value.

Don't just keep pace. Set the standard.

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KEY DATES AND PRICING

First Phase Ticket Rates

£479 - from now until Friday 19 June 

Second Phase Ticket Rates

£579 - Monday 22 June to Friday 4 September

Final Phase Ticket Rates

£729 - Monday 7 September to Tuesday 6 October 

WHY ATTEND?

Improve Your Strategy

Refine your tactics through an editorially-led agenda targeting 2026’s specific pressure points. Move beyond passive listening with an actionable "lab" format, using hands-on working groups to develop practical blueprints for leaner, more agile agency frameworks. By prioritising commercial validation, you'll gain the data-led tools to prove reputation is a tangible business asset that protects stock price and drives revenue.


Form Professional Partnerships 

Built on under-the-hood transparency, this summit provides a safe space to discuss high-stakes failures and C-suite realities. Through peer-led problem solving, you will engage in off-the-record knowledge exchange to solve shared friction points and address critical industry challenges like talent burnout and mentorship.

Develop a Prospective View

Gain a competitive lead on forward-looking governance, mastering 2026 regulatory shifts like the EU AI Act and CSRD mandates. Our focus on Risk Architecture helps you identify blind spot risks, from digital distortion to Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO), before they reach the C-suite. 

Refine Your Strategic Approach

The summit offers a dedicated environment to critically examine and enhance your current communication strategies, ensuring your team is equipped to address the evolving landscape and remain at the forefront of the industry.

Forge Valuable Professional Alliances

Beyond the formal sessions, you'll have the chance to connect with a diverse group of senior communication leaders, fostering relationships that can lead to impactful collaborations and sustained peer support.

Gain a Forward-Looking Perspective

Discover emerging trends and innovative practices that are shaping the future of corporate communications, enabling you to anticipate challenges and drive proactive change within your organisation.

2026 SPEAKERS

More to be announced soon


KEY TOPICS ON THE 2025 AGENDA INCLUDED:


Latest Trends Shaping the Future of Corporate Communications:

We'll dive into the most recent trends influencing the corporate communications function. This includes exploring the evolving media landscape and the transformative impact of AI and other emerging technologies on the profession.We'll dive into the most recent trends influencing the corporate communications function. This includes exploring the evolving media landscape and the transformative impact of AI and other emerging technologies on the profession.


Creating Business Value Through Corporate Communications:

These discussions will centre on how corporate communications can drive significant business value and serve as a trusted business partner. We'll delve into its crucial role in building reputation, strengthening brands and identity, achieving thought leadership, boosting sales, motivating employees, preventing crises, and effectively engaging with stakeholders for 2025 and beyond.


Navigating Communication Challenges in Turbulent Times:

 We'll explore the growing threats to corporate reputation, from geopolitical risks and disinformation to cyber attacks, climate transition, the impact of social media, and shifting customer behaviour. The focus will be on effectively managing corporate communications in today's dynamic and often turbulent environment.


Building Best-in-Class In-House Capabilities and Team Collaboration:

This segment will focus on developing superior in-house corporate communications capabilities and fostering enhanced team collaboration to execute world-class work. We'll also cover adopting an agile approach for greater flexibility and responsiveness within your team.


The Critical Role of Reputation, Trust, and Relationships:

Equipping yourself with the latest crisis management intel to safeguard your clients and keep your stakeholders calm and confident.We'll examine how reputation, trust, and strong relationships are fundamental to building organisational resilience and truly crisis-proofing a company. These discussions will also cover effective strategies for navigating complex stakeholder environments and overcoming reputational challenges.


WHAT TO EXPECT


PIONEER NEW STRATEGIES: Immerse yourself in disruptive crisis management techniques that are redefining industry standards. Gain a competitive advantage by mastering the navigation of viral social media escalations, digital misinformation, and the rising tide of modern brand activism.

PROVEN BRAND BLUEPRINTS: Analyse firsthand accounts from major organisations that have successfully weathered high-stakes turbulence. Deconstruct the specific manouvers that secured their reputations, examine the pitfalls they avoided, and learn how to tailor these battle-tested tactics to your own organisational needs.

DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES: Acquire a comprehensive 360-degree understanding of the modern threat landscape. By engaging with a diverse panel of veteran practitioners, legal authorities, and strategic consultants, you will gain critical insights from those who have successfully managed the front lines of global crises.

Claire Warren

Senior Editor, In.Comms

"I can’t wait to attend this year’s Corporate Comms Summit. Last year’s event proved to be a fascinating day, and this year is looking even better. We already have some inspiring speakers lined up and there will be plenty of opportunities for networking, as well as some off-the-record sessions to help you address the thorny issues affecting your business. I hope to see you there."

OPPORTUNITIES FOR

In-House Attendees

Master the value creator mindset by accessing an exclusive, off-the-record "inner circle" of senior peers. Attendees gain a competitive edge through critical "blind spot" audits on emerging 2026 threats and walk away with proven reporting templates that translate complex reputation management into high-level boardroom financial metrics.

Sponsors

Secure high-impact influence with elite decision-makers through direct thought leadership placement and roundtable moderation. This curated environment positions your brand as a strategic solution-provider for 2026's regulatory and technical shifts, leveraging the prestigious PRWeek brand to build unparalleled credibility and visibility among the UK’s top in-house leaders.

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ABOUT THE BRAND


In.Comms provides insight and analysis for the internal communications profession.

Focused on the strategies, tools, and trends shaping how organisations connect with their people, the platform covers leadership communications, employee engagement, culture, inclusion, and digital channels. Designed for internal comms professionals, InComms delivers the knowledge and perspective needed to navigate today’s challenges and drive meaningful organisational success.

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