A different kind of leadership event — built for tech leaders, by tech leaders.
CTO Craft Con: London is back for 2026, following growing demand from across the CTO Craft community. We’re returning to the QEII Centre in Westminster for two days of candid conversations, practical insights, and actionable takeaways — all designed to support your evolution as a tech leader.
Now in its fifth edition, CTO Craft Con has sold out four years running — and each time, it’s the people who make it. From hallway chats to deep dives in roundtables, it’s your experiences, questions and energy that shape the event.
The CTO Craft Con experience
We’re not here to overwhelm you with endless tracks or pack you into an expo hall with thousands of strangers.
CTO Craft Con is designed to be focused, human, and genuinely useful.
You’ll hear from experienced tech leaders on stage — and just as importantly, you’ll have the space to talk, reflect and ask your own questions. This isn’t about passive listening all day. It’s about making sense of the challenges you’re facing with your peers.
Whether you’re here for deep thinking, tactical tips, or a chance to recharge with others who understand the pressure of your role, CTO Craft Con is designed to meet you where you are.
A community you’ll want to stay part of
CTO Craft Con brings together 500+ senior tech leaders from some of the world’s most ambitious startups, scaleups, unicorns and enterprise teams — all looking to share, learn and connect.
This isn’t just another room full of job titles. It’s a space for genuine conversations with people who’ve been where you are — and might help you get where you’re going.
Beyond the conference doors.
The networking opportunities don’t have to stop when the conference doors close! Join us at the end of the first day, where we aim to have something for everyone. Whether you want to let loose with a beer and some music or prefer a quieter setting to catch up with old and new peers, we’ll have something for you.
Additionally, we’re excited to introduce a pre-event mixer this year. We understand that walking into a conference where you don’t know anyone can be daunting, so our mixers are designed to help you make connections ahead of the event. Don’t miss this chance to build your network before the conference even begins!
World class speakers.
Erica Stanley
Pat Kua
Anna Shipman
Diverse formats for 2026
In 2026, we’re bringing back beloved formats like keynotes, panels, and lightning talks, and we’re excited to build on the success of the CTO Craft Roundtables and introducing Conversations.
These interactive group sessions put you in the mix, offering a deeper, hands-on experience that engages every participant.
Conversations are crafted to be participatory and stimulating, fostering an environment where ideas flow freely, connections are forged, and meaningful discussions thrive.
