NHS Chief Operating Officers Forum
20 October 2026
10:00 - 16:00
In-person
London
Delivery and performance
Leadership
Overview
Connect with operational leaders at our inaugural forum meeting
Bringing together chief operating officers and directors of operations from NHS trusts, this inaugural forum is your opportunity to explore national developments and their impact on your organisation, share learning and network with peers.
Why this matters
Building on NHS Providers' Director of Operations and Chief Operating Officers Network, this forum will provide an important safe space to hear the latest policy developments, explore shared challenges and learning with peers.
Operating under Chatham House Rule, this member-only forum will provide you an opportunity to:
- Share ideas and exchange learning.
- Hear presentations from operations experts on the latest work in the sector.
- Engage in interactive sessions to ask questions and share your thoughts.
- Have open and honest discussions with peers in breakout sessions.
A really assuring and transparent space to learn and share different viewpoints on collective challenges and planning.
Agenda
Details of our agenda will be available soon.
Forum chair and speakers

Lucy Davies
Chief Operating Officer
East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
How to book
Attendance is free, however you will need to book in advance to receive event details ahead of the forum.
If you have any questions, please contact the Forums team.
Who should attend
This forum is open to operational leaders at NHS trusts and foundation trusts, including:
- Chief operating officers
- Directors of operations
- Site operational directors