At a time when the UK is suffering from the worst recession in the post-war period NESTA (www.nesta.org.uk) asks how local economies can not only survive the down-turn but look towards growth through innovation.
Please join us on Friday 26th June, for a networking lunch and panel discussion as David Willetts MP for Havant and Shadow Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills; Jack Boyer, serial entrepreneur, Professor Adam Wheeler, Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor, University of Southampton and Ian Murray, Editor of the Daily Echo, will debate what roles universities, business and communities can play to drive local economic recovery and sustainable growth. Jonathan Kestenbaum, Chief Executive, NESTA will chair the event.
Register here: www.southampton.eventbrite.com
Date: Friday 26th June
Time: 13:15 - 14:15 (lunch available from 12:45)
Venue: Grand Harbour, West Quay Road, Southampton, SO15 1AG