Events at UKREiiF
Find out more about Team Nottingham and Nottinghamshire events happening across UKREiiF.
Tuesday 21st May
Nottinghamshire: We do things differently
Midlands Engine Pavilion, Royal Armouries
14:15 - 15:15
We like to pave the way. Whether it’s our pioneering Universities, our ambitious Carbon Neutral plans or our forward-thinking development opportunities that don’t always take the easiest path.
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Join our panel to learn more about Nottinghamshire’s new and exciting development opportunities and how we are different from so many other regions.
Panellists:
Claire Ward
East Midlands Mayor
John Morgan
Leonard Design Architects
Georgina Liggins
Accor
Craig Cameron
Hamilton Russell
Chaired by:
Megan Powell Vreeswijk
Marketing Nottingham & Nottinghamshire
From Risk to Resilience: How An Evidence Based Approach Can Prepare You For A Changing Climate
Pearl Suite, Royal Armouries
14:15 - 15:15
The impacts of climate change are becoming clearer. Through 1st hand experience, data science, and pragmatic thinking, we explore the steps you should take to adapt your business, supply chains and real estate to mitigate the risks and ensure long-term resilience.
Nottingham Speakers:
Sajeeda Rose
Corporate Director for Growth and City Development
Nottingham City Council
Gavin Scott
Director of Sustainability
University of Nottingham
Responsible Leadership – Tackling Resistance to Net Zero and Beyond
Bury Theatre, Royal Armouries
14:30 - 15:30
While most policy makers and built environment professionals are striving to create a more sustainable UK, external forces work around the clock to convince the population that it isn’t in the best interest of the public. This panel explores making net zero more tactile and understandable to citizens while accelerating the meeting of targets.
Sponsored by Troup Bywaters + Anders LLP.
Nottingham Speakers:
Mel Barrett
Chief Executive
Nottingham City Council
Midlands Investment Reception
Invite Only
Asian and African Gallery, Royal Armouries
17:30 - 20:30
Join government Ministers and Midlands Engine Partners for exciting new announcements and evening networking, with drinks and canapes.
Wednesday 22nd May
Focus on East Midlands: Our Time is Now
Newsroom Stage, Royal Armouries
14:15 - 15:15
Join our discussion on how Team East Midlands is working together to unlock our £4bn investment opportunity and create a brighter future for Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.
Speakers:
Claire Ward
East Midlands Mayor
Elizabeth Fagan
Chair
D2N2 LEP
Nora Senior CBE
Chair
East Midlands Freeport
Sir Chris Harworth
Chair
East Midlands Development Corporation
Nottingham Drinks Reception
Tournament Gallery, Royal Armouries
17:00 - 20:00
Join Team Nottingham for their annual drinks reception to learn more about investment opportunities and future plans for the region.
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Sponsored by East Midlands Hydrogen and Team Nottingham