IMP Software is proud to sponsor this year’s CST Annual Conference on 16 – 17 October 2025
We’ll be at Stand G1, launching our MAT Finance Sector Insight Report 2025 and speaking with Trust leaders about how IMP is helping take the faff out of MAT finance – from budget-led planning to having the ability to make smarter strategic decisions.
At CST, we’re also running four expert-led workshops featuring Will Jordan (Co-founder), Warren Porter (Head of Education Strategy), and Trust leaders:
Workshop Series 1
The 2025 MAT Financial Benchmarking Report: Exploring sector-wide trends
📍 Thursday 16 October, 12:00pm – Hall 1
Explore key trends from our latest benchmarking report, based on budget assumptions from 274 trusts and 3,300+ schools.
Speakers: Will Jordan, Co-Founder, IMP Software
Workshop Series 2
Developing commercially for value and long-term sustainability
📍 Thursday 16 October, 2:00pm – Hall 9
Hear how trusts have built sustainable income streams through value-led traded services, procurement innovation, and purposeful partnerships.
Speakers: Steve Howell, Commercial Director, Red Kite Learning Trust; Bobby Thandi, Deputy Chief Executive, L.E.A.D. Academy Trust; Warren Porter, Head of Education Strategy, IMP Software
Workshop Series 3
Strategic resourcing: Real experiences using ICFP for staffing decisions
📍 Friday 17 October, 11:05am – Hall 9
Trust leaders share how they’re using ICFP to support workforce planning and long-term sustainability.
Speakers: Michelle Plumtree, Chief Finance Officer, Learning without Limits Academy Trust; Julie Lombardo, CFO, E-ACT; Warren Porter, Head of Education Strategy, IMP Software
Workshop Series 4
GAG pooling: Driving fairness, resilience, and strategic impact
📍 Friday 17 October, 1:05pm – Hall 9
Learn how trusts are using GAG pooling to centralise services, support vulnerable schools, and invest in shared priorities.
Speakers: Steve Orton, Chief Finance and Operations Officer, Discovery Trust; Cathie Paine, CEO, Reach2 Academy Trust; Facilitator: Will Jordan, IMP Software
We look forward to seeing you in Birmingham!
