Warren Porter

Head of Education Strategy, IMP Software

Warren gained his chartered accountancy qualification whilst working at a primary multi academy trust with over 20 schools, before moving on to become CFO at a special/AP trust in Derbyshire. In his role at IMP, he analyses sector developments and trends, and works closely with customers to ensures that IMP’s financial management tools continually evolve to support smarter trust finance.

Hall 9

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Strategic resourcing: Real experiences using ICFP for staffing decisions

Designed for trust leaders who are either not yet using Integrated Curriculum and Financial Planning (ICFP) or who want to strengthen their approach, this session will explore the use of ICFP across trusts of different sizes to support strategic decision-making, workforce planning, and long-term sustainability. Drawing on real examples, Julie and Michelle will highlight practical implementation approaches and how they have handled the challenges involved, including the cultural shifts needed to embed the system beyond finance teams. They will speak to their application of ICFP across primary and secondary, its use for early recruitment planning, and for staff redeployment to align with curriculum needs and pupil numbers.

Hall 9

1 Series two

Developing commercially for value and long-term sustainability

What does a commercially minded approach to financial strategy look like in a not-for-profit, education-led environment? In this session, trust speakers will share how they have built sustainable income streams through value-led traded services, procurement innovation, and purposeful partnerships. They’ll explore what has delivered impact, what they have chosen not to pursue, and why and how they navigate the balance between enterprise and risk. You'll leave with grounded insights and practical ideas to consider and adapt within your own trust contexts.