The Shaping Summit

A new annual gathering of 500+ leaders from across Portsmouth and the region, designed to inspire, challenge and connect the people shaping the city's future.

The Shaping Summit is a new annual conference-style gathering organised by Shaping Portsmouth, bringing together more than 500 leaders from across the city and region. The 2027 launch features a redesigned programme with high-profile external keynote speakers offering insight from beyond the city, alongside a focus on Portsmouth success stories delivering social value at scale. The event aims to showcase impact, spark ambition and give partners opportunities to get more involved, running for five and a half hours and open to all ages.