The What Next? 2026
ARCO Annual Conference is back!
1 & 2 July, London
What really matters - and the questions we need to ask
At ARCO’s 10th Annual Conference this July, join us for a data-driven deep dive into the questions that truly matter, as the sector reflects on the big trends for the next 10 years.
Together, we’ll explore:
• Key customer wants - and needs
• How meeting customers’ wants and needs leads to sustainable business models
• How has the sector responded so far - and what innovation lies ahead?
We’ll tackle the most pressing challenges - and opportunities - facing the sector today, including the risk and reward of care delivery, and discuss how these feed into key business decisions grounded in data.
We’re also delighted to welcome our international guest speaker, Andrew Carle, who will share insights into the rapid growth of University Retirement Communities (URCs) in the US - and how they are giving both alumni and universities a powerful new lease of life.
We can’t wait to bring together leaders from across the Integrated Retirement Community sector for two days of inspiring content and valuable networking opportunities.
Further details on the conference agenda and guest speakers will be announced in the upcoming weeks.
We look forward to seeing you in July!
About the Conference
Known for its excellent and fresh content, where new innovative ideas are shared first, and for the unmatched networking opportunities, including the attendance of Ministers and senior policy makers, this event is one not to missed!
Day 1 of the conference will end with ARCO's Annual Drinks Reception, which is an opportunity for all delegates to enjoy the largest sector social gathering as well as networking opportunities with sector peers.
If you want to join our mailing list and receive Conference updates, please email us at [email protected]
“An incredibly important and insightful date in the IRC calendar.
One of the MUST attends”
One of the MUST attends”
What Next? 2025 Delegate
What Next? 2026
International Guest Speaker
International Guest Speaker
ARCO is delighted to welcome Andrew Carle to What Next? 2026. An internationally recognised expert in senior housing innovation.
In addition to his work in academia, Mr. Carle has earned recognition for defining a new category of senior housing - University Retirement Communities (URCs). He is considered the pre-eminent expert on such communities, defining a 5-criteria model for their development in 2006 and has served as a consultant to numerous academic institutions, alumni associations, and senior housing organisations within the rapidly growing sector. In 2023 he founded www.UniversityRetirementCommunities.com, the first directory and information resource for university retirement communities, listing more than 85 communities, including those hosted by major academic institutions. In Fall 2024 the website launched the first certification program for URCs, recognising communities offering the highest level of programmatic, operational, and cultural integration with a host academic institution, as well establishing standards for enhancement of existing, or the development of new, URCs moving forward.
"Great platform to meet sector leaders"
What Next? 2025 Delegate
ARCO Conference Tickets
To mark the 10th anniversary of the ARCO Conference, we’re excited to offer Early Bird tickets not only to ARCO members, but for the very first time, also to NON-ARCO member organisations.
Early bird tickets will go on sale on Monday 16 Feburary until Sunday 1 March with limited availability. Don’t miss your chance to join us in July!
Early bird tickets will go on sale on Monday 16 Feburary until Sunday 1 March with limited availability. Don’t miss your chance to join us in July!
Ticket Options
- Day 1 Ticket: Access to the first day of the event at the IET London (Wednesday 1 July)
- Full Conference Ticket: Access to Day 1 and the second day of the conference, the Knowledge Exchange Day (Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2)
Ticket Eligibility
This is a business-to-business conference
- ARCO Member tickets: For organisations that are currently part of the ARCO Network (ARCO Members, Accelerators, Strategic Partners, Partners and our Affiliate Network)
- Public tickets: For individuals or organisations that are NOT part of the ARCO Network
Early Bird Tickets
(From Monday 16 February until Sunday 1 March)
ARCO Member EARLY BIRD Ticket
- ARCO Member Early Bird Day 1 only (1 July) - £425 £395 + VAT@20%
- ARCO Member Early Bird Full Conference (1&2 July) - £625 £595 + VAT@20%
Public EARLY BIRD Ticket
- Public Early Bird Day 1 only (1 July) - £595 £495 + VAT@20%
- Public Early Bird Full Conference (1&2 July) - £795 £695 + VAT@20%
Full price conference tickets will be released on Monday 2 March
For group bookings of 5 or more, please contact the ARCO team by emailing [email protected]
Please read our full ticket booking terms and conditions
For group bookings of 5 or more, please contact the ARCO team by emailing [email protected]
Please read our full ticket booking terms and conditions
“Thanks for the great conference you delivered over the last two days. The sessions were engaging and the networking opportunities invaluable”
What Next? 2025 Delegate
About the Venue
Location Day 1 (1 July)
IET London,
Savoy Place, London, WC2R 0BL
Day 1 of the conference will be held at the spectacular
IET London Savoy Place
Location Day 2 (2 July)
Trowers & Hamlins LLP,
3 Bunhill Row, London, EC1Y 8YZ
The Knowledge Exchange Day on Day 2 of the conference will be held at Trowers & Hamlins LLP, ARCO Strategic Partner.
'It remains one of the key conferences of the year in the specialist housing sector’
What Next? 2025 Delegate
Celebrating 10 years of the
What Next? ARCO Conference
What Next? ARCO Conference
This year marks a special milestone for the ARCO Conference as we celebrate a decade of bringing together thought leaders, innovators, and professionals from across the sector. Over the past ten years, we’ve seen incredible growth, from engaging hundreds of delegates to hosting inspiring speakers and creating invaluable connections.
We’re proud of how far we've come, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication, collaboration, and support of our community.
As we celebrate this significant anniversary, we invite you to join us this summer and celebrate progress and help us continue shaping the future of our sector.
“As always, some excellent speakers, an opportunity to network, meet old colleagues and be brought up to date on industry wide issues and developments”
What Next? 2025 Delegate
Sponsor & Exhibitor
Opportunities
Opportunities
Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at the Integrated Retirement Community sector’s key conference? Contact the events team to register your interest, discuss opportunities and packages for What Next? 2026
“A very meanigful, informative and thought-provoking event set in a fantastic venue. State-of the Art A/V and excellent catering service made this a most pleasant and useful event”
What Next? 2025 Delegate
Join the mailing list
If you want to receive information about the next ARCO What Next? Conference, please contact [email protected] and request to be added to the mailing list
“For the 3rd year in a row we have supported the conference through being a partner. It highlights not only our commitment in the sector but also our continued support for the great work that ARCO does to promote the benefits of the sector. It remains one of the key conferences of the year in the specialist housing sector”
What Next? 2025 Conference Sponsor
See who attended
the What Next? 2025 Conference
the What Next? 2025 Conference
“As an ARCO affiliate partner, my aim of attending this conference was to learn more about the sector. I definitely achieved this goal as the speakers and variety were excellent. It was clear to me that this is a collaborative sector with some great positivity which was infectious. I look forward to attending future events”
What Next? 2025 Conference Sponsor
A look back at the 2025
ARCO Conference
ARCO Conference
"A Must for everyone working in the IRC sector! ”
What Next? 2025 Delegate
Contact us
If you have any questions regarding the conference please contact the ARCO Events Team:
Telephone: 020 3697 1204
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 020 3697 1204
Email: [email protected]
Associated Retirement Community Operators (ARCO)
167-169 Great Portland Street, 5th Floor, London, W1W 5PF
T: 020 3697 1204 Email: [email protected]
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167-169 Great Portland Street, 5th Floor, London, W1W 5PF
T: 020 3697 1204 Email: [email protected]
© 2023. All Rights Reserved. See Ticket terms and conditions. View our Privacy Policy