SLNG Winter Conference 2026
We are delighted to announce that Early Bird bookings are now open for the SLNG Conference & Awards 2026.
Join colleagues from across the leisure, sport and education sector for a day of networking, learning, best practice sharing and celebration as we recognise the outstanding achievements of individuals and organisations through the SLNG Awards. Our speaker panels will bring together respected leaders and practitioners from across Scotland’s leisure, sport and education sectors to share insights, experiences and innovative approaches to the challenges and opportunities facing our industry. Delegates can look forward to engaging discussions on operational excellence, workforce development, health and wellbeing, community impact, sustainability, digital innovation and the future of leisure services. These sessions will provide valuable opportunities to learn from peers, exchange ideas and gain practical knowledge that can be applied within your own organisation.
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Topic
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Theme
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Panel Lead
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Panellist 1
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Panellist 2
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Panellist 3
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Health & Wellbeing
The Great Co-Location Debate: Merging Healthcare and Leisure Services?
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Diverting primary care demands (GP appointments) and the leisure solution — the power of partnerships and collaboration
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Marianne Boyle (UK Active)
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Dr Manira Ahmad – Public Health Scotland
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Helen McFarlane, EL (Karen Wernham has confirmed Helen)
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TBC
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Commercialisation
Beyond the Gym Floor: Converting Underutilised Leisure Spaces into Revenue Engines?
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Cracking the code on padel court installations, secondary spend layouts, and co-working spaces
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Jonny Curley
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Duncan Jefford
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Fraser Kennedy
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TBC
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Digital Innovators
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How digital technologies are changing the industry
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John McCafferty
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Xcite Leisure – Struan Gard
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Technogym & Gladstone (confirmed – individual TBC)
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HireBOB – Tamara Bailey
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Leadership / Workforce Development
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Redefining the Frontline: Turning Operators into Brand Ambassadors
Stopping the Leak: Retention Strategies That Keep Your Best People
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Megan Richardson
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Sport Scotland – Steven Lytham
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Elaine McNish, CIMSPA
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TBC
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Take advantage of our discounted Early Bird rate of £185 and secure your place today. After 6th October it will be £220 per delegate.