Frequently asked questions

The Global Excel Summit is for everyone who works with spreadsheets on a daily basis.

Typical job roles include: data analysts, data scientists, finance and accounting professionals, project managers, operations managers, administrative roles and others.

There are 5 main tracks we cover:
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1. Tech & Innovation
2. Finance & Accounting
3. Data Visualisation & Analytics
4. Power Query, Power Pivot & Power BI
5. Formulas & Automation

Back in 2020, the inaugural Global Excel Summit was intended to be an in-person event. However, the COVID-19 pandemic scuppered our plans, forcing us to defer it to the following year, when we held it virtually. The two subsequent conferences were also held this way to err on the side  of caution.

However, Global Excel Summit 2024 had the luxury of being the first-ever hybrid edition, and the most recent followed suit. See more  details in the 'Global Excel Summit 2025' section below.

You can subscribe any time using the Subscribe form on our Home page or the footer.

The Global Excel Summit 2026 will take place 20–21 May 2026.

The venue will be in central London, UK. This will be announced in due course.

A blind ticket is a super early way of guaranteeing your spot at the Global Excel Summit 2026. You may barely know a thing about the event yet, but by taking a leap into the unknown, you can benefit from the biggest discount we will offer (40% OFF).

Yes. As long as you contact us before 20 April 2026, you are eligible for a refund.

It took place 4–6 February 2025.

In-person conference tickets were available from July 2024. Online conference tickets were available in September 2024. Masterclass tickets were already available before this.

Yes, we followed up on the  success of the Global Excel Summit 2024, which was the first-ever hybrid edition, featuring an in-person event held in London alongside our popular online offering.
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We appreciate due to the  location and ticket limitations, an in-person event didn't suit everyone. That's why we live streamed every session to ensure it was accessible on desktop and mobile devices.

No. You didn't need to download or install any software to attend. A standard computer with internet access  and a web browser sufficed.

We’re always looking to collaborate with fanatics and experts who are willing to push the boundaries and shape the future of Excel .

You can apply as an individual or suggest someone you know. If we think you or they are a good fit, we'll get in touch.

Feel free to submit your application.

All sessions (in-person and online) occured at GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). Session replays are available on-demand for all Standard and Premium ticket holders.

Hubilo. It specialises in creating interactive and engaging experiences, so you can be sure you felt close to the action while it was live streamed. Learn more  at https://www.hubilo.com/.

If you were accessing the event virtually,  you would have been able  to move between rooms depending on your session preferences.

Your login details were emailed to you ahead of the event. You can use these details to access the Hubilo platform.

If you’re interested in becoming an Event Partner/Sponsor at next year’s event, please get in touch we will contact you to discuss this further.

Yes, several took place in the same week as the conference. To find out more details, go to the Masterclasses page.

You could pick any one of the Masterclasses in February that took place alongside the summit.

Both our Standard and Premium ticket types include 3-day event recordings (4-6 Feb'25), as well as all Speaker presentation and/or working files.

Yes. Our Event Packages are available to purchase until 28 February at 23:59 GMT. These give you lifetime access to every session from the event.

To access the full Global Excel Summit experience, including all Main Stage, Lounge rooms, Masterclass sessions, payment is required. Some sessions on Day 3 of the event, the virtual Company Showroom, and the Networking area, can be attended free of charge.

Yes, all our ticket prices are inclusive of 20% VAT. If your company is paying for your ticket, you can request an invoice and claim 20% VAT back.

There are three types of tickets available: Student, Professional and Team.

Student Ticket (Full/Part time enrolled students)
‍Holding a MOS certification can earn an entry-level business employee as much as $16,000 more in annual salary than uncertified peers. Companies look to hire and promote people who hold certificates as proof for the skills they possess. This is a chance for you to connect with professionals and firms, looking to recruit students, who are eager to learn and expand their potential.

Professional Ticket (Professionals, Entrepreneurs And Aspiring Freelancers)
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‍It’s no secret that in today’s ever-evolving industry, if you’re not a step ahead, you’re already behind. Our summit exclusives increase your earning potential, hireability and overall qualifications by giving you on-site certifications, never before seen insights from industry leaders and an unparalleled opportunity to network with potential employers, business partners and valuable connections across the Globe.

Team Ticket (Business Owners, Team Leaders And Corporations)
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‍Your employees are working hard to help you get ahead. Now, it’s time to supercharge their efforts with modern tools that can transform your operation from average to elite. Our training sessions are guaranteed to enhance your team’s productivity, streamline your operating systems and reduce potential errors in your bottom line. Powerful team building, even more powerful results.

The platform is designed to only allow one user per registration. You will not be able to share login credentials.

Registration for our 2025 event is closed. If you'd like to catch up with all the action, consider our Event Recordings.

Yes, no problem. You are free to re-assign your ticket up to 48 hours before the beginning of the event — just reply to your confirmation email which you would have received after your purchase and let us know the name/email address of the person who will be taking your seat.

We provide CPD-accredited certificates of attendance to everyone who registers and participates in the Global Excel Summit conference experience (Standard and Premium ticket types).

Unfortunately, we are not offering formal certifications to attendees who hold a FREE ticket type.

We appreciate circumstances vary, but if you'd like to request reimbursement from your manager, download our letter template and tailor it to your needs.

Tickets are refundable up to 30 days before the beginning of the event. All purchases of online conference tickets are non-refundable in their entirety after the end of this period.

Yes, our blind ticket deal entitles you to 40% off, but limited tickets are available.

Early Bird pricing gives you 30% discount. There are only 350 Early Bird tickets available across all ticket types.

Students can save up to 65% of each ticket type.

For big team discounts, please contact us at info@globalexcelsummit.com.

No problem. If you have any additional questions, send us a message via our Contact form or e-mail us on info@globalexcelsummit.com.

This  FAQ page is frequently updated as new information becomes available.