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FSB to Host Skills Conference at Eden

Published on 17 February 2026

As part of the month of skills, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), who are leading on the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP), invite employers, training providers and stakeholders to join them for a free networking lunch and to then step into an afternoon conference designed to spark ideas, sharpen skills delivery, and connect with the people shaping tomorrow’s workforce.

Where and when:

The Eden Project, Bodelva, St Austell, Cornwall, PL24 2SG, United Kingdom

Thursday 26th February - 1pm lunch - 5:00 PM close

CLICK THIS LINK TO BOOK or find out more about the LSIP and book via the dedicated LSIP webpage: https://www.fsb.org.uk/local-government/lsip/cornwall-and-the-isles-of-scilly-lsip.

Note: If you are already attending the Careers Hub event in the morning, why not stay on and join us? Please do book to tell us you are staying, however.

This mini-conference will cover an update on the latest Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) skills research for Cornwall & Isles of Scilly and will bring together key figures, innovators, educators and employers for an energising afternoon of collaborative planning and setting out what actions attendees would like our county’s LSIP to contain. This, all set against the iconic and inspiring backdrop of the Eden Project.

Why Attend?

  • Discover emerging skills needs across all of our key growth sectors such as; digital, green construction, creative industries, engineering, agri-food and more
  • Pick up your personal copy of the last LSIP annual report.
  • Get inspired by expert speakers
  • Have your say on how Cornwall & IoS can build a practical, future‑ready workforce
  • Connect with employers and training providers and discuss real opportunities
  • Help us create a plan, backed by government, to make real change.

 Who It’s For

Employers and business owners (this has to be business led), skills professionals, training providers (how can we help you to provide the training that businesses need?) and anyone with local insight on the future of work in our county and can provide place based evidence for developing our LSIP.

The Experience

Expect a vibrant atmosphere, thought‑provoking sessions, and the chance to grow your network in one of our most extraordinary venues. Whether you’re looking for a better skilled workforce or to deliver training solutions, this mini-conference is your chance to input into a government commissioned strategy that has to be approved by business and delivered. This is no talking shop, we look forward to seeing you there!