Edinburgh - The Main Summit
Scotland is changing, and so is the world of work. As we face new economic and workforce challenges, inclusion and resilience must be at the heart of our plans. Ethnic minority professionals are key to Scotland’s success, yet still face barriers to wellbeing, progression and retention. To build a fair and future-ready workforce, we must invest in diverse talent and inclusive leadership.
The Scottish Ethnic Minority Talent Summit & Festival 2026 takes place on Thursday 29 October 2026 at Tynecastle Park, Edinburgh. This national summit brings together professionals, leaders, policymakers and change-makers from across sectors to shape how Scotland navigates disruption and the future of work.
With the theme “Navigating Disruption: All Scotland’s Talent at the Helm”, the summit focuses on the impact of AI, economic shifts and workforce transformation, equipping organisations with practical approaches to inclusive leadership, retention and progression.
Event Highlights: Thursday 29 October 2026
🔹 Summit (full day, 08:30–16:30): keynotes, panels and roundtables with senior leaders, experts, policymakers and grassroots voices driving national conversations on the future of work.
📍 Gorgie Suite, Tynecastle Park, McLeod Street, Edinburgh EH11 2NL
SEMTSF 2026 is more than an event. It is a call to action to build a workforce where innovation, inclusion and resilience go hand in hand. Join us to shape Scotland’s future.