This event has now passed. Check out our future evening and one day conferences here. All Events 5 Jun 2019 West Yorkshire Development Conference 2019 Wednesday, 5th June 2019 @ 0800hrs - 1700hrs New Dock, Leeds, Armouries Dr, LS10 1LT Event Programme Exhibitors Become a Partner West Yorkshire Development Conference 2019 | Event CONFERENCE OVERVIEW The West Yorkshire Development Conference is back – a conference which will bring together over 300 leaders from the property, development, infrastructure and construction industries to maximise the phenomenal opportunities currently engulfing the region. There is a major focus of both regional and national connectivity within Yorkshire which could unlock huge opportunities, and plans to double the size of Leeds city centre alongside other ambitious plans across West Yorkshire cities and towns is helping the region become a hotbed for investment and development. To fully maximise the opportunities the region is being presented with we need to have a collaborative and aligned approach across the industry – and this conference will be a key platform in bringing the key stakeholders together to share a platform and promote such collaboration, as we hear from those at the forefront of the future vision for West Yorkshire. The event represents a unique opportunity to take the pulse of the development and construction sectors, and to share exclusive insights on future development plans and connect with professionals who’re all looking to invest, develop or work within West Yorkshire to drive economic growth. IT’S A MUST ATTEND CONFERENCE! CLICK HERE TO BOOK NOW! The conference will see: 300+ Delegates. 30+ VIP Speakers. 15+ Exhibitors. PROGRAMME & SPEAKERS Through a series of exceptional panel discussions and gripping presentations we’ll uncover new insights from those at the forefront of the future vision for West Yorkshire, whilst hearing about new opportunities, major new development zones and schemes, exclusive insights from the regions leading figures, and procurement details on how firms can get involved in potential schemes. Opening with keynote speeches from two influential figures we’ll soon delve into the phenomenal opportunities which West Yorkshire has to offer offer, hearing exactly how the Northern Powerhouse and One Yorkshire agendas and a collaborative approach will be crucial to delivering the desired outcomes. We’ll hear similar discussions and presentations from leading investors, housebuilders, local authorities, infrastructure providers and more to hear their future plans – including development and regeneration pipelines – with an open audience-led Q&A throughout the sessions allowing audience members to ask questions from the floor. Our sessions during the event include: Keynote Speeches Yorkshire; The state of the market Infrastructure; It’s Role in driving economic growth Universities & Colleges; Estate plans and supporting regional growth Housing; Accelerating delivery across West Yorkshire Placemaking; Developers and major development projects SPEAKERS INCLUDE: CLICK HERE TO SEE THE FULL PROGRAMME & SPEAKERS PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Our partnership opportunities with enable you to reap the rewards of being centre stage at the conference whilst removing the usual barriers to key decision makers and influential figures within the industry. As an event partner, you’ll boost your organisation’s profile, influence industry debate and make exclusive connections with the most senior figures within West Yorkshire. CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE INFO ON PARTNERSHIP PACKAGES! + Google Calendar+ iCal Export West Yorkshire Development Conference 2019 | Programme Schedule of Keynote Talks, Presentations & Sessions: 08:00-09:00 Breakfast & Networking 09:00-09:30 Keynote Speakers Senior figures leading the future vision for West Yorkshire will open the conference, setting the tone as to why the region is such an attractive location whilst sharing exclusive insights into future growth strategy and the importance of W.Yorkshire to the wider UK economy. West Yorkshire Combined Authority (Susan Hinchcliffe; Chair) 09:30-10:30 Yorkshire; The state of the market Our first session will comprise of leaders from both the public and private sectors who will highlight the potential for the region, celebrating successes which have happened over the past 12 months and how they’ll aid further growth, whilst looking at the general state of the market and the opportunities presenting themselves. Chair: West Yorkshire Combined Authority (Susan Hinchcliffe, Chair) Caddick Group & MODA Living (Johnny Caddick, Director) Welcome To Yorkshire (Peter Dodd, Commercial Director) Office for Students (Nicola Turner, Head of Sector Practice) MEPC (Paul Pavia, Head of Development) Yorkshire Water (Nevil Muncaster, Director of Asset Management) 10:30-11:00 Break & Networking 11:00-12:15 Infrastructure; Its role in driving economic growth Infrastructure is crucial in driving economic growth and Yorkshire is going through an exciting period. In terms of physical infrastructure the arrival of HS2 and Northern Powerhouse agenda, in addition to improvements and new train stations, are causing big waves for inward investors and we’ll be hearing from some of those who’re leading regional infrastructure plans – including digital and utilities. Chair: PBA – now part of Stantec (Harriet Chapman, Director of Transport) Transport for the North (Owen Wilson, Major Roads & Strategy Manager) Highways England (Antony Firth, Head of Planning, Development and Operations) Network Rail (Paul McKeown, Investment Director) Sustrans (Rosslyn Colderly, Director for the North) Railfuture (Nina Smith, Chair) 12:15-13:15 Lunch & Networking 13:15-14:30 Housing; Accelerating new housing across West Yorkshire Some of the leading public sector authorities will share details on their housing masterplans as they look to boost housing numbers across the region – with new development sites set to be unveiled. We’ll also hear from the major housebuilders themselves who’re leading the charge to develop those new properties. We’ll also delve into the challenges and opportunities from building in Yorkshire. Chair: Pegasus Group (Chris Calvert, Executive Director) Kirklees Council (Naz Parkar, Director of Housing) Connect Housing (Helen Lennon, Chief Executive) Conroy Brook (Richard Conroy, Chief Executive Officer) Wakefield Council (Tom Stannard, Corporate Director – Regeneration & Economic Growth) Homes England (Dilys Jones, Head of Home Ownership & Supply) 14:30-14:45 Break & Networking   14:45-16:15 Placemaking; Developers & major development plans The biggest schemes and projects set to happen within Leeds and the wider West Yorkshire region will be the main focus of the session – as we hear about huge regeneration and development projects which are essential in driving jobs, homes and economic growth within Yorkshire. We’ll be finding out how these schemes will then integrate into the existing communities and how the new areas will help the cities of Yorkshire thrive. Chair: Connect Housing (Helen Lennon, Chief Executive) Fallons / Future Park (Sean Fallon, Co-Founder & Managing Director) Artisan Real Estate (Clive Wilding, Property Director) Leeds City Council (Angela Barnicle, Head of Asset Management) WDH (Andrew Wallhead, Director of Investment) (*Invited)  West Yorkshire Development Conference 2019 | Exhibitors This unique conference will bring together the public and private sector to facilitate discussions and connections to try and drive and accelerate the delivery of growth within West Yorkshire. There will be plenty of exhibitors showcasing their brand and best practice in the industry, whilst helping them reap the rewards of being prominently displayed within the events exhibition area in front of some key and influential business leaders. Exhibiting will allow you to: Meet 300+ delegates face to face Be part of the annual West Yorkshire Development Conference Be known as a market leader within the region Network with hundreds of your business clients and peers Showcase your work to Regional Authorities, Government, leading private sector firms and more CONFIRMED EXHIBITORS CLICK HERE FOR EXHIBITOR FLOORPLAN If you’re interested in exhibiting at the conference then get in touch with our team – with space available for standard exhibition stalls or larger spaces to showcase more of your brand and create an eye-catching area contact: Email: keith.griffiths@www.built-environment-networking.com West Yorkshire Development Conference 2019 | Become a Partner We’d like to thank all of our fantastic sponsors for the event – which includes: Session Partner – Housing Badge Partner Registration Partner Exhibitors West Yorkshire Development Conference 2019 | Details Details Date: Wednesday, 5th June 2019 Time: 0800hrs - 1700hrs Event Categories: Development, Frameworks, Infrastructure, Investment, Private Sector, Public Sector, Residential, West Yorkshire Development Conference, Yorkshire Venue New Dock, Leeds Armouries Dr, LS10 1LT
