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Discover the latest in kitchen design, efficiency, smart technology, and sustainability at the Kitchen Arena. Supported by leading organisations and manufacturers, the programme features inspiring sessions with global experts from manufacturers and designers to installers and retailers showcasing innovations shaping modern kitchens.

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  1. Faster installs without cutting corners
    Kitchen Fitter Arena
    45 mins
    To cover:  Efficient first fix / second fix sequencing Tool selection for site conditions Reducing wasted trips to merchants  
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Gavin Tutton
    Gavin Tutton - Carpentry & Fitted Kitchens
    Speaker image for Emily Kitchin
    Emily Kitchin, Building and carpentry - Chippie Em
    Speaker image for Andy Snelson
    Andy Snelson
14:00
  1. What will the kitchen of 2050 look like?
    Kitchen Fitter Arena
    45 mins
    What next after the 'air fryer generation'? To cover: How are customer expectations changing from a kitchen to prepare and cook food in, into health and wellness centres. How installers can handle an …
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Amanda Hughes
    Amanda Hughes
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Tom Easter
    Tom Easter - Tom Easter Kitchens & Carpentry
    Speaker image for Emily Kitchin
    Emily Kitchin, Building and carpentry - Chippie Em
15:00
  1. Howdens Business Builder: tools to help your trade go further 
    Kitchen Fitter Arena
    45 mins
    Don’t miss our live panel Q&A with real tradespeople as we dive into Howdens Business Builder. The trade‑first toolkit packed with practical advice, ready‑to‑use resources, and support to help your bu …
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Amanda Hughes
    Amanda Hughes
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Tom Easter
    Tom Easter - Tom Easter Kitchens & Carpentry
    Speaker image for Gavin Tutton
    Gavin Tutton - Carpentry & Fitted Kitchens
16:00
  1. Dealing with problems: confidence when things go wrong
    Kitchen Fitter Arena
    45 mins
    To cover: Late deliveries Builders and other trades overrunning Fewer disputes and managing expectations  
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Gavin Tutton
    Gavin Tutton - Carpentry & Fitted Kitchens
    Speaker image for Tom Easter
    Tom Easter - Tom Easter Kitchens & Carpentry
    Speaker image for Emily Kitchin
    Emily Kitchin, Building and carpentry - Chippie Em
11:00
  1. Winning work from kitchen retailers & builders: becoming the fitter they trust
    Kitchen Fitter Arena
    45 mins
    To cover: What retailers want from installers How to present yourself professionally Protecting your reputation and workload Contracts, retention & payment terms  
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Amanda Hughes
    Amanda Hughes
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Tom Easter
    Tom Easter - Tom Easter Kitchens & Carpentry
    Speaker image for Andy Snelson
    Andy Snelson
14:00
  1. New voices in kitchen installation
    Kitchen Fitter Arena
    45 mins
    Who are the women shaping the next generation? To cover:  How the sector is appealing to women and retaining them and what the installation industry could learn How to encourage the next generation an …
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Amanda Hughes
    Amanda Hughes
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Emily Kitchin
    Emily Kitchin, Building and carpentry - Chippie Em
    Speaker image for Victoria Pirozzolo
    Victoria Pirozzolo, Kitchen installer - VP Carpentry and Installations
15:00
  1. Howdens Business Builder: tools to help your trade go further 
    Kitchen Fitter Arena
    45 mins
    Don’t miss our live panel Q&A with real tradespeople as we dive into Howdens Business Builder. The trade‑first toolkit packed with practical advice, ready‑to‑use resources, and support to help your bu …
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Amanda Hughes
    Amanda Hughes
16:00
  1. How to get the most out of manufacturers
    Kitchen Fitter Arena
    45 mins
    To cover:  How installers can maximise the tools available from manufacturers to make jobs smoother and more profitable, including measuring, planning and design
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Amanda Hughes
    Amanda Hughes
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Gavin Tutton
    Gavin Tutton - Carpentry & Fitted Kitchens
11:00
  1. Marketing for kitchen installers: easy ways to more work
    Kitchen Fitter Arena
    45 mins
    To cover: Social tools, from Google Business to Facebook groups Using before/after photos legally and effectively What homeowners actually search for Laura Mashiter (Refresh), Gavin Tutton, Emily Kitc …
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Gavin Tutton
    Gavin Tutton - Carpentry & Fitted Kitchens
    Speaker image for Emily Kitchin
    Emily Kitchin, Building and carpentry - Chippie Em
    Speaker image for Victoria Pirozzolo
    Victoria Pirozzolo, Kitchen installer - VP Carpentry and Installations
    Speaker image for Lauren Cooper
    Lauren Cooper, Senior Account Manager - Refresh PR
14:00
  1. Future-proofing your kitchen business
    Kitchen Fitter Arena
    45 mins
    To cover:  Trends in UK kitchen design & materials Sustainability and regulations Changing customer expectations  
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Amanda Hughes
    Amanda Hughes
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Andy Snelson
    Andy Snelson
15:00
  1. Howdens Business Builder: tools to help your trade go further 
    Kitchen Fitter Arena
    45 mins
    Don’t miss our live panel Q&A with real tradespeople as we dive into Howdens Business Builder. The trade‑first toolkit packed with practical advice, ready‑to‑use resources, and support to help your bu …
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Amanda Hughes
    Amanda Hughes
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Gavin Tutton
    Gavin Tutton - Carpentry & Fitted Kitchens
    Speaker image for Tom Easter
    Tom Easter - Tom Easter Kitchens & Carpentry