Sunday 19th April 2026
9.00 - 9.45
Conference registration and welcome coffee
Sponsored by Nielsen
09.55 - 10.55
Welcome words and keynote speech
11.05 - 11.55
WORKSHOP
My shelf and Me: Let’s talk self-censorship in the bookshop
PANEL
Foresight: Exploring the futures of bookselling
PANEL
Building digital learning hubs for booksellers
PRESENTATION
The Italian Book Market
12.05 - 13.15
Lunch
Sponsored by Libro.fm
13.15 - 14.05
WORKSHOP
My staff and Me: Let’s talk people management
PRESENTATION
EIBF: Who are we and what do we do?
PANEL
Focus on public procurement: challenges, opportunities, and best practices
PANEL
How to create a long-lasting book club
14.15 - 14.55
Afternoon keynote
14.55 - 15.20
Coffee break
Sponsored by Nielsen
15.30 - 16.20
WORKSHOP
My shop and Me: Let’s talk about failures & challenges
PANEL
How do young booksellers see the future of bookselling ?
PANEL
Focus on community initiatives that make a difference
PRESENTATION
Ignite session: one thing that works wonders in your store
16.30 - 17.10
End of the day keynote
18.30 - 19.30
Drink reception
Sponsored by Gardners
19.30
Dinner
Sponsored by Ingram
Monday 20th April 2026
9.00 - 9.30
Welcome coffee
09.30 - 10.10
Keynote speech
10.20 - 11.10
WORKSHOP
My shelf and Me: Let’s talk self-censorship in the bookshop
PANEL
Going beyond Western narratives: curating international representation
PANEL
Going through a successful bookshop succession
PRESENTATION
Everything you need to know about THEMA
11.10 - 11.30
Coffee break
11.40 - 12.30
WORKSHOP
My staff and Me: Let’s talk people management
PANEL
From green practices to long-term resilience: the making of sustainable bookshops
PANEL
Everyone is welcome in the team: ensuring inclusivity and representation in your workforce
PANEL
Reading starts here: reading promotion across the sector
12.40 - 13.50
Lunch
13.50 - 14.40
WORKSHOP
My shop and Me: Let’s talk about failures & challenges
PANEL
Bookselling perspectives on AI
PANEL
How to build a diverse and profitable events offer
PRESENTATION
Bookshops under attack: risks, responsibilities, and the power of political engagement
14.50 - 15.25
Closing keynote
15.25 - 15.35
Closing words and unveiling the 2027 conference location
15.40
Closing drinks
Sponsored by Legami
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