We are excited to announce the first-ever Data City Summit, marking a significant milestone in our mission to build the new standard industrial classification system.
This invite-only event, taking place on the 7th November in Leeds, will bring together our partners, clients, colleagues, customers, and friends to celebrate the transformative power of data and its impact on shaping industries.
What is The Data City Summit?
We love speaking with our clients and fellow data nerds. We’re constantly blown away by the community’s groundbreaking work and impact. So, we thought, why not get everyone in the same room?
The Data City Summit isn’t just an event, it’s a celebration of how data can transform the world. Join us in the heart of Leeds for this inaugural summit, where our community of data pioneers will come together to showcase their groundbreaking work.
At this exclusive event, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from visionary data scientists, economists, policymakers, academics, and investors. You’ll also get insights into the latest innovations at The Data City and discover cutting-edge projects that are driving change across industries.
Plus, free lunch and drinks!
The agenda
The summit will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities with industry leaders. The summit is split into two session, with speakers and talks running over the course of an afternoon.
Session 1 – 12 noon
- The Data City – Alex Craven (CEO, Co-founder), Paul Connell (Chair, Co-founder)
- Dealroom – Darren Stauffer (Startup Data & Insights) & Aoife Morrin (Strategic Partnerships)
- Northern Powerhouse Partnership – Andrew McPhillips (Chief Economist)
- Centre for Cities – Paul Swinney (Director of Policy and Research)
- Lifted Project – Zandra Moore (CEO, Panintelligence), Natalie Boswell (Regional Development Direct, Lloyds Bank), Helen Oldham (Co-founder, Lifted Venture), Jordan Dargue (Co-founder, Lifted Ventures)
Session 2 – 15:00
- Lightcast – Will Cookson (Director for Communities & Government)
- High Value Manufacturing Catapult – Daniele Marini (Chair of Supply Chain SPG)
- Midlands Engine – Joshua Hawkins (Head of Global & Investment)
- Creditsafe – Rachel Rowlands (Strategic Account Director)
- The Data City – Alex Craven (CEO, Co-founder), Paul Connell (Chair, Co-founder)
Talks will conclude by 5pm, with drinks and networking to follow
This is your chance to connect with peers and discover the cutting-edge projects driving economic development and innovation across sectors.
Key themes for this event will include, economic development, inclusive growth, industry classification, innovation clusters, Net Zero and more.
Venue & Details
- When? Thursday 7th November
- What time? 12pm to 5pm
- Where? Sedulo, Leeds
The summit will take place at Sedulo, a modern event space located in central Leeds, just a 7-minute walk from Leeds train station.
Address: Sedulo, The Ambler Club, St. Paul’s House, 23 Park Square S, Leeds LS1 2ND
How to Attend
Please note, The Data City Summit 2024 is an invite-only event. If you’re a partner, client, or friend of The Data City, an invite for you and your colleagues is on its way.
If you haven’t heard from us or would like to register your interest, please get in touch today.
Spaces are limited, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this unique event.
