Supporting strategies for growth
Universities’ vital role in partnering with business, the public sector and government to deliver research knowledge, policy expertise, high-level skills and support driving enterprise and trade.
Mr John Cridland CBE, Director-General, CBI
Mr Iain Gray, Chief Executive, Technology Strategy Board
International perspectives
How globalised higher education and worldwide collaborative networks can deliver life-changing benefits to millions through improved education, shared expertise and accelerated innovation.
Professor Glyn Davis, Vice-Chancellor and Principal, University of Melbourne
Inaugural Universitas 21 Annual Lecture
Ms Charlotte Hogg, Head of Retail Distribution and Intermediaries, Santander
Professor Rod Coombs, Deputy President and Deputy Vice Chancellor, University of Manchester
Strength in partnerships
Discussing the benefits of university partnerships with business and public organisations, to support research, boost skills, develop talented professionals and create graduate careers.
Dr Hamid Mughal, Executive Vice President, Manufacturing
Engineering, Rolls-Royce
Ms Amanda Nevill, Director, BFI
Ms Stephanie Sirr, Chief Executive, Nottingham Playhouse
Innovation
How connecting businesses with universities can drive and enhance their competitiveness through access to expertise, new technologies and higher skills.
Professor Martin Binks, Dean, Nottingham University Business School
Mr Neil Davidson, Chairman, Eminate
Mr Nick Watkins, Managing Partner, White Cloud Capital