Welcome to STEP CONNECT2 – Your Trusted Event Partner!
At STEP CONNECT2, we recognise that the success of our events stems from true collaboration with our clients, a deep understanding of our role in building communities and a commitment to staying attuned to the evolving needs of the sectors and its stakeholders that we serve. We take time to understand the goals, challenges and priorities of our participants, creating meaningful experiences that inspire progress and drive innovation.
Integrity and dependability are at the heart of our work, driving the success of our market-leading B2B events. Our clients trust us to deliver high-quality, professional events that bring together key decision-makers, sector experts and stakeholders to shape the future of estates, environments and facilities.
As a responsible event organiser, we are committed to sustainability and actively work towards achieving net zero across our events and operations. We continuously challenge ourselves and our partners to adopt sustainable practices, reduce carbon footprints and make a positive impact on the communities we serve.
From concept to delivery, STEP CONNECT2 is dedicated to providing reliable, enjoyable, forward-thinking events.
Working in partnership with governments and education leaders
Our Partners: STEP CONNECT2 is proud to partner with the Department for Education, the Department of Education in Northern Ireland, the Government of Ireland, the Scottish Government and the Welsh Government.
Our Supporters: Our valued event supporters include Architecture & Design Scotland, Chartered Institute of Building, Glasgow Convention Bureau, LocatED, the hubs, Modular & Portable Building Association, Royal Institute of British Architects, Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, Royal Society of Architects in Wales, Scottish Association of University Directors of Estates, Scottish Funding Council, Scottish Futures Trust, The Trust Network & University Design Forum.
We take great pride our partnerships - their contributions help shape our reputation for delivering truly insightful events - connecting the right people and unlocking opportunities that lead to real impact.
A Multi-Award Winning Organiser!
STEP CONNECT2 is proud winner of the Best 365 Community Award at the Exhibition News Indy Awards 2024 and won the silver award for Significant Contribution to Sector at the Exhibition News Awards 2025 – in recognition of the key role Education Estates® plays in uniting the community, not only at the main event but throughout the year, via its leaders’ network, focussed one-day conferences, awards ceremonies, on-demand content and ‘in conversation with’ series.
The company also won the Legacy Award in 2022 (again at the Exhibition News Indy Awards), in recognition of the lasting impact that Education Estates® has on its participants.
Praise for STEP CONNECT2's events
