Click Here to view our upcoming events and conferences. All Events 13 Jun 2022 East Midlands Development Conference Monday, 13th June 2022 0900hrs – 1400hrs Book online View Partnership Packages EventProgramme SpeakersBecome a PartnerWhat to ExpectThis online conference will highlight potential development, regeneration and investment opportunities and future projects across the East Midlands with billions of pounds worth of capital development projects to be discussed. With plans in the works which could support regeneration schemes that could potentially add £4.8 billion a year to the East Midlands Economy, create an estimated 84,000 jobs and deliver thousands of new homes The East Midlands is going through an exciting period of development and regeneration – with schemes including logistics facilities, major housing schemes, build to rent projects, student accommodation schemes and commercial sites planned. Several key zones such as that around East Midlands Airport – the UK’s only inland freeport – will only accelerate that planned investment and economic growth opportunities, and all of these will be explored at the event alongside key developers, investors, local authorities and stakeholders. Topics to be discussed include: £1bn Nottingham Broadmarsh project£3.5bn Midlands Engine Rail Programme30-hectare Hemswell employment hub113 council led projects across Leicester1,900 city centre homes in Derby £3.5bn Derby City Council masterplanCEG’s £450m Thorpebury schemeEast Midlands Freeport – a catalyst for growth7,000 new homes within West Lindsey321-acre 3,000 home Ashton Green project Speakers Include: Paul Seddon,Director of Planning and Regeneration Karen Heppenstall,Head of Rail Matthew Neal,Service Director for Investment and Growth Zoe Jennings,Head of UKCCIC Paul Morris,Director Sally Grindrod-Smith,Assistant Director of Planning and Regeneration David Beale,Development Manager Chloe Salisbury,Associate Director David Fletcher,Director of City Development and Growth Fahmida Nisa,Host & Event Manager Daniel Maher,Managing Director Will Martin,Strategic Lead – Land More Speakers,TBC Soon Agenda and Programme: 09:00-09:20 Doors Open & NetworkingEnjoy some networking time with those also attending the conference and visit the exhibitors. You’ll have the ability to video chat in our networking lounge with attendees, or visit the exhibition booths. 09:20-09:30 Conference Welcome & KeynoteWe’ll open the event with a keynote to help set the tone for the conversation to come. 09:30-10:30 Session One: Levelling up the East Midlands; the roadmap to sustainable and inclusive growthSenior policy influencers will join this thought leadership panel, to discuss the vision and future thinking to drive inclusive and sustainable economic growth and attract global inward investment. Session Sponsor: (Available – click for details) Derby City Council; David Fletcher, Director of City Development and Growth Midlands Connect; Karen Heppenstall, Head of Rail Connected Places Catapult; Zoe Jennings, Head of UKCCIC 10:30-11:00 Networking & ExhibitionEnjoy some networking time with those also attending the conference and visit the exhibitors. You’ll have the ability to video chat in our networking lounge with attendees, or visit the exhibition booths. 11:00-12:15 Session Two: Regenerating the East Midlands – Innovative Development and Placemaking Plans; Sponsored by ArupThe biggest schemes and projects set to happen in the East Midlands will be the focus of this session as we hear about huge regeneration and development projects which are essential to driving jobs, economic growth and prosperity. Chair: Arup; Chloe Salisbury, Associate Director West Lindsey District Council; Sally Grindrod-Smith, Assistant Director of Planning and Regeneration CEG; Will Martin, Strategic Land Lead St. James Securities; Paul Morris, Director Leicester City Council; David Beale, Development Manager 12:15-12:30 Networking & ExhibitionEnjoy some networking time with those also attending the conference and visit the exhibitors. You’ll have the ability to video chat in our networking lounge with attendees, or visit the exhibition booths. 12:30-13:00 Session Three: The Broadmarsh Regeneration Project – A Once In A Generation OpportunityThe Broadmarsh vision to create 6,000 jobs, over 400,000sq ft of commercial space and 750 homes on the site of the former shopping centre in Nottingham is one of the regions big projects – and we’ll hear from the stakeholders behind the scheme. Session Sponsor: (Available – click for details) Nottingham City Council; Paul Seddon, Director of Planning and Regeneration 13:00-13:05 Networking & ExhibitionEnjoy some networking time with those also attending the conference and visit the exhibitors. You’ll have the ability to video chat in our networking lounge with attendees, or visit the exhibition booths. 13:05-13:35 Session Four: Creating a Healthier, Greener and more Prosperous Nottinghamshire Nottinghamshire is set to go through transformative change in the next 10 years with vast opportunities arising from the County Council’s ambition to create a healthier, greener and more prosperous place. This session will see contributions from the council and Arc Partnership – with intel on the council’s plans around East Midlands Airport, Toton’ East Midlands Hub and West Burton’s Nuclear Fusion Plant being discussed. In addition, info on the delivery of over 1600 homes, educational development and commercial development running into the hundreds of millions of pounds in investment will be revealed. Chair: Built Environment Networking; Fahmida Nisa, Project Manager Nottinghamshire County Council; Matthew Neal, Service Director for Investment and Growth Arc Partnership; Daniel Maher, Managing Director 13:35-14:00 Networking, Exhibition & Close We’re set to have an exceptional line-up of speakers who’ll be sharing intel into their future development projects, plans and vision for across the East Midlands. Here’s an overview of the confirmed speakers: Nottingham City Council – Paul Seddon, Director of Planning and Regeneration There is a plethora of development and regeneration opportunities in the pipeline in Nottingham with the city currently going through a boom of regeneration and student accommodation projects – with the Broadmarsh regen project standing out as a ‘once in a generation opportunity’. Paul will join the conference to give intel on the Broadmarsh scheme as well as the significant pipeline of council led schemes which are set to transform the city. Midlands Connect – Karen Heppenstall, Head of Rail Midlands Connect are one of the organisations leading the charge on creating a sustainable transport and infrastructure in the Midlands with one of their flagship schemes being the £3.5bn Midlands Engine Rail programme. Karen joined Midlands Connect as Head of Rail in April 2021 and has already influenced the shape of the Strategy Refresh published in late in 2021 and is working closely with senior colleagues at Network Rail and DfT to address current challenges in the region and will join the conference to discuss their role in creating tomorrow’s net zero Midlands. Nottinghamshire County Council – Matthew Neal, Service Director for Investment and Growth Matthew will join the conference to give intel on the plans and opportunities set to be created by Nottinghamshire County Council’s 3 major development zones – around East Midlands Airport, Toton’s East Midlands Hub and the proposed West Burton Nuclear Fusion Plant which are all set to bring tens of thousands of jobs to the region as well as growing the economy by over £5bn per year. Matthew will also discuss the council’s partnership with Arc Partnerships and how they are aiding with the creation of a healthier, greener and more prosperous Nottinghamshire over the next 10 years. Connected Places Catapult – Zoe Jennings, Head of UKCCIC Zoe heads up the UK Cities Climate Investment Commission whose aim is to pioneer new cycles of net zero investment, bringing together revised urban utilities and infrastructure, with a new approach to the built environment, and an enabling environment that allows citizens to make easy low carbon choices by working with local government and other stakeholders. With climate action becoming more integrated within city economic recovery plans, recognising that the green economy will both produce some of the quickest impacts and achieve the most long-lasting benefits is a key message the UKCCIC is wanting to transmit and Zoe will discuss their aims and ambitions as well as their work in the East Midlands. St. James Securities – Paul Morris, Director St James Securities are working in consultation with Derby City Council to bring forward the major Becketwell regeneration scheme in the city centre. The new development will feature 310 BTR apartments and a range of office spaces, a hotel, a multi storey car park and retail space as a part of the £200 million project. The scheme will also see the delivery of a new 3,500 capacity performance venue that is set to be managed and operated by ASM Global who manage venues across all five continents. West Lindsey District Council – Sally Grindrod-Smith, Assistant Director of Planning and Regeneration West Lindsey District Council have major ambitions to level up the region with employment creating projects as well as significant housebuilding targets. As one of the leaders of the council’s planning and regeneration team, Sally will be well placed to discuss their plans to create new, inclusive communities – with 7000 homes needing to be delivered by 2036 – and a massive employment creating development on a 30 hectare site at Hemswell. Leicester City Council – David Beale, Development Manager Leicester City Council is at the forefront of major investment and regeneration across the region. The city is one of 133 council-led projects across the country to successfully receive a share of the Housing Infrastructure Fund, aiming to develop homes at a much quicker pace. Recently work has begun on a 321-acre major house building development, Ashton Green that will see a mixed-use development of up to 3000 homes and 24.7 acres of employment land. In addition to this the council has also been awarded a further £10 million in government funding to develop a highway system to maximise the accessibility to this development. Arup – Chloe Salisbury, Associate Director Chloe Salisbury is an experienced town planner who specialises in the preparation of plans and strategies, developing implementation strategies for development projects, and establishing innovative governance and delivery models. Chloe has overseen a number of Arup’s transformational projects in the East Midlands in recent years, including the Toton and Chetwynd Barracks Strategic Masterplan and the development of the business case for the East Midlands Development Corporation. She has also been an expert advisor on Arup’s work as Towns Fund Delivery Partner for the Government. Chloe undertakes work for a range of public and private sector clients, including international experience from a diverse range of places from the Channel Isles to the Middle East. Derby City Council – David Fletcher, Director of City Development and Growth Derby City Council are moving forward with their 2030 Masterplan which will create 4,000 jobs, leverage £3.5 billion of investment and the development of 1,900 city centre homes. David will give an update on the masterplan, as well as how the council are supporting landmark projects including the £200 million Becketwell regeneration scheme. Built Environment Networking – Fahmida Nisa, Host & Event Manager Nisa is a research, marketing and content specialist at Built Environment Networking. She will be hosting a number of the sessions throughout the day, running the day’s proceedings and managing the interaction between our virtual delegates and the speakers. Arc Partnership – Daniel Maher, Managing Director Arc Partnership is collaborating with Nottinghamshire County Council to help deliver its extensive development and regeneration ambitions over the next 10 years with £210m of investment commissioned so far. Daniel will join the conference to reveal more intel on vast plans to create over 1600 new homes which will unlock educational and job creating commercial development plans in the county – making a healthier, greener and more prosperous Nottinghamshire. CEG – Will Martin, Strategic Lead – Land CEG has huge plans for the Midlands with a number of key strategic developments either delivering or set to come to the fore over the coming years which will deliver more than 10,000 homes as well as nearly 500 acres of employment sites. These include 3,000 homes as part of a new village near Gaydon, Stratford upon Avon, 1,400 homes on the outskirts of Derby, 4,500 new homes near Leicester and proposals for 900 homes in Stratford upon Avon and a further 800 homes in Coventry. Will has been leading on these projects on behalf of CEG in the Midlands and will join the conference to discuss their ambitions, and the economic benefits the delivery of these schemes will bring. Associate your brand with the East Midlands Development Conference and position your brand at the forefront of one of the UK’s biggest discussions and debates around economic growth across the region. Package Exhibition Stand Chair/ Speaking Opportunity Tickets VIP Backstage Access Cost (+VAT) Conference Partner Yes Yes 15 Yes £2,750 View Details Session One: Connecting People to Opportunity through Midlands Engine and Build Back Better Yes Yes 10 Yes £1,750 View Details Session Two: Regenerating the East Midlands – Innovative Development and Placemaking Plans Yes Yes 10 Yes £1,750 Sold Out Session Three: The Broadmarsh Regeneration Project – A Once In A Generation Opportunity Yes Yes 10 Yes £1,750 View Details Session Four: Creating a Healthier, Greener and more Prosperous Nottinghamshire Yes Yes 10 Yes £1,750 View Details Best Practice Presentation Package Yes Yes 10 Yes £1,250 View Details Exhibitor Packages Yes – 5 Yes £750 View Details We have various partnership packages available, including packages with speaking opportunities, exhibition space and those that will drive brand awareness, allowing you to address your whole target audience for maximum brand awareness and impact. Our partnership packages will put you at the forefront of the industry discussion allowing you to be there, be active and be an expert within the construction and property sector and the whole built environment industry. Conference Partner £2,750+VAT Become the headline partner of this conference and get mass awareness and brand visibility. This package is the ultimate – with a prime location during the event, a speaking opportunity, logo positioning on the top of the logo and your name in the event title – “East Midlands Economic Growth and Development Conference; Sponsored by YOUR COMPANY NAME” The conference will be called the xxx Conference in association with your company nameAbility to help shape the conference agenda and content to bring your strategic thinking to the eventOption to recommend speakersInclusion with pre-conference speaker communicationsAccess to the speakers and panellists; an excellent opportunity to establish rapport and build commercially rewarding relationshipsPrime branding for the whole conferenceOption to do a keynote speechOne speaking position on one panel during the conferenceOnline exhibition space allowing you to video chat with delegates and share downloadable content such as literature15 online delegate passes for your team or guestsDigital media branding: your logo will appear prominently on the website, marketing emails, social media etcMaster of Ceremonies “thank you” in the opening and closing speechesSocial media – pre, during and post-conference activityInclusion with all PR and outreach to regional, national and industry pressAccess to video of the conference after the eventBecome a partner > Session Partner £1,750+VAT The role of the session partner provides an opportunity for you to participate in one of the sessions to build brand awareness, loyalty and trust amongst hundreds of civic and business leaders from across the industry. You’ll be seen to be a thought leader within your area of expertise and showcase your company in front of key decision-makers from across the industry. Benefits include: Ability to help shape the session agenda and content to bring your strategic thinking to the eventOption to recommend speakers for the sessionInclusion with pre-conference speaker communicationsAccess to the speakers and panellists; an excellent opportunity to establish rapport and build commercially rewarding relationshipsBranding for the whole conference and your sessionOne speaking position on your panelOption to do a five minute introduction to your panel or thought leaders presentationOnline exhibition space allowing you to video chat with delegates and share downloadable content such as literature10 online delegate passes for your team or guestsDigital media branding: your logo will appear prominently on the website, marketing emails, social media etcMaster of Ceremonies “thank you” in the opening and closing speechesSocial media – pre, during and post-conference activityInclusion with all PR and outreach to regional, national and industry pressAccess to video of the conference after the eventBecome a partner > Session Two: Regenerating the East Midlands – Innovative Development and Placemaking Plans Become a partner > Best Practice Presentation Package £1,250+VAT During the breaks delegates are able to speed network and visit the exhibitors – but with this package you can also give them the option of coming to see your company deliver a 15-minute thought leadership presentation, enabling you to play a key role in the conference. Build brand awareness, loyalty, trust and new business leads amongst numerous civic and business leaders from across the industry. Benefits include: Ability to deliver a 15-minute presentation during one of the break periods Access to the VIP Room – a green room for speakers, VIP guests and sponsorsBranding across the rest of the conferenceOnline exhibition space allowing you to video chat with delegates and share content10 online delegate passes for your team and/or guestsDigital media branding: your logo will appear prominently on the website, marketing emails, social media, etcMaster of Ceremonies ‘thank you’ in the opening and closing speechesSocial media – pre, during and post-conference activityInclusion in any PR and outreach to regional, national and industry pressAccess to video of the conference after the eventBecome a partner > Exhibitor Package £750+VAT If you’re looking for access to the event and a space to meet online delegates and chat with them – then our exhibitor package is perfect. Some people can be reluctant to approach exhibition stands – but online it’s different and you’ll be inundated with enquiries and questions about your brand. Benefits include: Online exhibition space allowing you to video chat with delegates and share downloadable content such as literature5 online delegate passes for your team or guestsDigital media branding: your logo will appear prominently on the website, marketing emails, social media etcMaster of Ceremonies “thank you” in the opening and closing speechesSocial media – pre, during and post-conference activityInclusion with all PR and outreach to regional, national and industry pressAccess to video of the conference after the eventBecome a partner > If you’re interested in any of the packages above or if you’re interested in finding out additional information then contact us on: 0113 390 4700 opportunities@built-environment-networking.com Our online conferences will merge our face-to-face conferences with a virtual platform – providing networking opportunities, exceptional panel discussions and debates, speaker presentations and an exhibition hall. Here’s a little video highlighting what to expect… And here’s a bit more information of key areas of our online events… You’ll receive unique log-in details to join our online event via computer or phone – and you’ll be greeted with an easy navigation tool. You’ll be able to navigate to: Main Stage Where our ‘Programme’ will take place with excellent speakers and content. You’ll be able to get involved, asking questions and taking part in live polls. Networking Area Just like a real conference you’ll be able to meet and connect with new people in our forum. You can directly request to chat with someone or you can enter our ‘speed networking’ area to meet numerous new people within the industry. Get your elevator pitch ready! Sponsor / Exhibitor Area Meet our partners and sponsors – view what they’re all about, video chat with them and download their literature and product information. Tickets Tickets are not currently available for this event. 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