UKREiiF Annual Event 2023

Breakfast with Mace

Mace invites you to join us for breakfast on the opening morning of UKREiiF 2023. We will be at the Malmaison Leeds, on the path between Leeds train station and Royal Armouries. Please join us to network ahead of the conference and discuss key challenges and opportunities across the public sector.

Venue: Malmaison Leeds, 1 Swinegate, LS1 4AG

Register your interest here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/manage/events/597692403067/details

Morning Run With Cundall

Come and build your fitness and wellbeing to ensure you’re fresh for the day ahead, whilst networking with like-minded others for a morning run.

Venue: Leonardo Hotel – Formerly Jurys Inn, Brewery Wharf, Brewery Pl, Leeds LS10 1NE

To register visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/morning-run-with-cundall-tickets-483739707487

Enjoy a Coffee on Stantec

At Stantec we care about and support communities, because they are our communities too. We are teaming up with local business North Star Coffee throughout the conference to help you recharge during a busy conference day. Visit North Star Coffee on your way to the event or between sessions and show your event badge to receive your free coffee.

Venue: North Star Coffee, The Boulevard, Leeds Dock, LS10 1PZ

Young Entrepreneurs in Property Presents – UKREiiF Today

Ahead of the first day at UKREiiF we hear from several rising stars from within the industry, as the national Young Entrepreneurs in Property group share details on some of today’s key events and discussions – whilst interviewing several industry influencers.

Speakers include:

Grace Ellinor – Chair (Leeds Branch), Young Entrepreneurs in Property

Tom Riordan – Chief Executive, Leeds City Council

Emily McLauchlan – Director, SLR Consulting

Forging Futures – Kobe’s Story

CEG’s Forging Future is a pioneering skills centre that provides opportunities, creating pathways to success. This session will looking at work the Forging Futures Campus does through Kobe’s eyes – one of many successes stories.

Speakers include:

Kobe Lyon – Apprentice Telecommunications Engineer, Make Happen Group

Lucinda Yeadon – Community Liaison Manager, CEG

Andy Peaden – Director, The Skill Mill

Ewan Metcalf – Managing Director, i-Consult

Does The Planning System Need Radical Reform?

We have been promised planning system reform for as long as we have had a planning system, but what ‘quick wins’ can we find to solve some of today’s issues, and what are the longer-term challenges that need to be addressed to unlock growth? An expert panel with large and complex site expertise will discuss.

Speakers include:

Sue Bridge – President, Royal Town Planning Institute

David Feeney – Chief Planning Officer, Leeds City Council

Joanne Neville – Regional Head of Planning (Yorkshire and Central), Harworth Group

Jules Pipe CBE – Deputy Mayor Planning, Regeneration and Skills, Greater London Authority

Joanna Averley – Chief Planner for England, Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities

The Role of Social Value in the ESG Landscape

How are private and public sectors approaching social value in the built environment to deliver improved economic, social and environmental outcomes? Inspired PLC and a panel of voices from across the industry compare their experiences and ideas.

Sponsored by Inspired PLC.

Speakers include:

Chair: Dr Michelle de Jongh – ESG Services Director, Inspired PLC

Jonathan Walker – Sustainability Investment Manager, Gresham House

Sarah Fraser – Head of Wilmott Dixon Foundation and Lead of Social Value, Willmott Dixon

Connor Dalton – Director of ESG and Sustainability, CEF

Jennifer Wright – Portfolio Director, Santander

Nathan Dinsdale – Procurement Solutions Manager, Inspired PLC

Kelly Thomas – Social Value and Fundraising Manager, Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing

Decarbonisation: The Cost of Inaction

How do you solve a problem like reducing our carbon impact while investing in low carbon industries and modernising the built estate. Our panel discuss how they are addressing the obligations and the opportunity for a brighter, greener future.

Sponsored by Robertson.

Speakers include:

Jamie Driscoll – Mayor, North of Tyne Combined Authority

Rob Holt – Group Director Strategic Services, Robertson

Polly Cook – Chief Officer, Sustainable Energy and Air, Leeds City Council

Ben Houchen – Mayor, Tees Valley Combined Authority

Designing a Thriving and Sustainable Future in Leicester & Leicestershire

The city and region has huge potential for growth but how is this growth managed sustainably?  A panel of experts will be discussing how their organisations are thriving in this complex landscape and how they balance social, environmental, and economic factors to benefit Leicestershire. Ultimately, highlighting why they see the region as a prime investment destination.

Sponsored by Invest in Leicester.

Speakers includes:

Mike Denby – Director of Inward Investment and Place Marketing, Invest in Leicester

Snizhana Yesaulenko – Director, The Gresham Aparthotel and Cube Construction

David Cockroft – Regional Director for Midlands, Harworth Group

Andrew Pilsworth – Managing Director National Logistics, Segro

Going Beyond Net Zero – Key Steps for Investible, Clean Growth

Policy makers join investors to outline ways to make the UK a more investible proposition for organisations that put ESG principles at the heart of their investment strategy.

Speakers include:

Anna Devlet – Head of Social Sustainability, British Land

Is Levelling Up Working? Refocusing and Reinforcing National Regeneration Priorities

The £4.8bn Levelling Up Fund is the tip of the iceberg as a tool for unlocking inclusive economic growth across the UK. This panel analyses what’s working, what needs to improve and where resources should be focused over the next 18 months.

Sponsored by Rider Levett Bucknall.

Speakers include:

Chair: Lucy Fisher – Associate and Chair of RLB Women’s Community, Rider Levett Bucknall

Tracy Brabin – Mayor, West Yorkshire Combined Authority

Ravi Chand – SRO, Places for Growth, His Majesty’s Government, Cabinet Office

Deborah Cadman OBE – Chief Executive, Birmingham City Council

Stephanie Hyde – Chief Executive UK, JLL

Rob Perrins – Chief Executive, Berkeley Group

Prioritising STEM Centric Development: The Key to Re-Imagining the UK Economy?

UK Gov has recently announced a £25bn funding package to deliver the curation of a globally leading science, technology and engineering industry; much of the investment requires delivering world class estate and facilities. This session connects the needs of sector occupiers with project delivery and tackles the key challenges the industry faces.

Sponsored by Arcadis.

Speakers include:

Chair: Suzanne Lloyd – Sector Leader for Places, Health, Universities and Science, Arcadis

Professor Charles Egbu – Vice Chancellor, Leeds Trinity University

Steve Rotheram – Mayor, Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

Dr Barbara Ghinelli – Director of Clusters and Campus Development, Science and Technology Facilities Council

James Edwards – Managing Director, Evans Randall Investors

Georgina Rizik – Executive Director, SC1

Real Estate Balance Session

The organisation behind the property industry’s most comprehensive study of Diversity, Equality and Inclusion will deliver a dedicated session at the event, with more details to be shared shortly.

The Power of Sustainable Growth – Energy, Infrastructure and Economy

A high-level session that explores how the UK should be powering regeneration and delivering sustainable infrastructure for a more inclusive economy.

Speakers include:

John Flint – Chief Executive, UK Infrastructure Bank

Greening The Built Environment – What Needs To Happen and Who Needs To Do It?

Greening the built environment requires a number of integrated solutions to meet a complex set of challenges. What are the options and choices to deliver net zero across all scoped activities, whilst setting new build standards and implementing the required enablers and deliverables to decarbonise the legacy estate? Who are the critical counterparties and how do we mesh together the required activities to underpin a fit for purpose plan?

Speakers include:

Chair: Nicola Haigh – Head of Real Estate, Lloyds Banking Group

Jules Pipe CBE – Deputy Mayor Planning, Regeneration and Skills, Greater London Authority

Simon McWhirter – Director of Comms, Policy and Places, UK Green Building Council

Emma Hoskyn – UK Head of Sustainability, JLL

David Willock – Managing Director ESG Finance, Lloyds Banking Group

Introducing the Western Gateway

Home to world leading industry, high tech super clusters and innovative business, South Wales and Western England have huge potential to deliver for the UK. Come and hear from mayors, and other leaders from across the area.

Speakers include:

Marvin Rees – Mayor of Bristol, Bristol City Council

Katherine Bennett CBE – Chair, Western Gateway

Kellie Beirne – Chief Executive, Cardiff Capital Region

The Road To Nowhere – Joining Up Remote Economies

How do you go about improving the social, economic, leisure and cultural outcomes in remote economies?  Transport has a key role to play and a panel of transport experts debate current research and thinking on this subject.

Social Value and Skills for Life

Join the team from Caddick Group and Moda as they outline why the future of the built environment depends on social value and skills.

Developing and Delivering World Class Placemaking in our Towns and City Centres Through Sport and Leisure

Estate managers and town planners are having to rethink the masterplanning of our town and city centres with an evolving landscape of mixed use space replacing physical retail. How can those working in the design and built environment of urban centres use leisure and sporting facilities to attract traffic and regenerate local economies?

Sponsored by AFL Architects.

Speakers include:

John Roberts – Director and Lead for Sports & Leisure, AFL Architects

Garry Taylor – Assistant Director Major Projects, Culture and Place, Hull City Council

Nicola Rigby – Principal for Development Land, Avison Young

Stuart Barnes – Assistant Director Economic Growth and Housing, Sefton Council

Tracy Holgate – Conference and Sales Manager, Meet Southport

Investing Pension Funds to Deliver Sustainable and People First Regeneration

Three major pension funds will share details on their investment activity which is set to explode in the coming years – whilst looking at the great work pension capital is doing to enable regeneration, accelerate the green transition and help communities thrive to put people, place and planet at the forefront of financial return.

Speakers include:

Chair: Alex Irwin-Hunt – Global Markets Editor, fDi Intelligence

Pete Gladwell – Group Social Impact & Investment Director, Legal & General

Sophie White – Sector Lead – Regeneration, Aviva

Tom Sumpster – Head of Private Markets, Phoenix Group

Regeneration Brainery: Bringing Young People to the Heart of UKREiiF

Regeneration Brainery is all about getting more young people into the industry – helping school leavers and undergraduates learn and develop. They’ll be doing an interactive session at UKREiiF.

Who Really Holds the Power in Determining Where a Development Happens?

Speakers will explore the nuances of delivering major building, regeneration and infrastructure project, as they discuss and debate where key decisions are made, the principles of collaboration between multiple stakeholders and if the system works for all elements of the delivery chain to ensure project completion.

Sponsored by C|T Group.

Speakers include:

Chair: John Walker – Head of UK and European Real Estate and Infrastructure, C|T Group

Cllr Abi Brown – Leader, Stoke-on-Trent City Council

Stephen Wild – Executive Director for Strategic Investment & Growth, Peel L&P

Nick Lee – Managing Director, NJL Consulting

Sajeeda Rose – Corporate Director for Growth and City Development, Nottingham City Council

Sheffield City Council – Regional Showcase

Taking place on The Cinema Stage – dedicated to showcasing investment, development and regeneration opportunities – this session will hear from regional stakeholders on the opportunities in Sheffield.

Sponsored by Sheffield City Council.

Unlocking Development in a Changing World

This session will explore practical solutions and case studies on how to overcome some of the current pitfalls in the development sector – and how we can turn constraints into opportunities that will future proof businesses and create sustainable developments and communities.

Sponsored by Irwin Mitchell.

Speakers include:

Chair: Claire Petricca-Riding – Partner, Irwin Mitchell

Andy Pointon – Head of Built to Rent Investment and Development, Allsop

Angela Barnicle – Chief Officer for Asset Management and Regeneration, Leeds City Council

Yvonne Ambo – Senior Transactions Manager (Long Income Funds), Legal & General

Julia Baker – Head of Nature Services, Mott MacDonald

Jo Holden – Sustainability and ESG Director, Peel L&P

Transforming Transport and Futureproofing Infrastructure – Connecting Places, People and Business While Creating World Class Places To Live

As the UK population’s habits evolve and people change the way they work, socialise or do business, the country’s infrastructure faces the challenge of keeping pace with demand and relevance. This session discusses current priority for investment and how to deliver maximum benefit for the population and industry.

Sponsored by GHD.

Speakers include:

Chair: Cathy Parker – Chair, Institute of Place Management

Andy Burnham – Mayor, Greater Manchester Combined Authority

Kathryn Oldale – Head of Strategy, Policy & Communications, DB Cargo

Michael Kirkland – Director, Logistics Capital Partners

James Heath – Chief Executive, National Infrastructure Commission

Caroline Harper – Chief Planning Director, Be First

Steve Scott – Future Communities Lead – EMEA, GHD

The Evolution of Work – Building for Business But Supporting New Ways of Working

The UK workforce has ever changing expectations regarding the physical environment they work within. Moreover, urban centres across the country are wrestling with adapting to post-pandemic work/life changes. This session explores how commercial development and its relationship with placemaking might evolve in the coming years.

Sponsored by Pick Everard.

Speakers include:

Chair: George Brennan – Architecture Director, Pick Everard

Nathalie Hakim – Senior Investment Manager, Grosvenor

Alexander Morris – Development Director, BentallGreenOak

Elliott Sparsis – Head of UK, Convene

Joanna Turner – Head of Property Research, Canada Life Asset Management

Paul Casey – Global Real Estate Director EMEA, IBM

Clean Growth Investment Lunch With Prologis

The senior team from Prologis host a private roundtable and networking session.

This event is invite only.

To register interest in attending contact: tosborne@prologis.com 

Social Value – the Road to ESG for Moda and Caddick

Senior leaders from across both businesses offer UKREiiF delegates the opportunity to network with them and understand how both organisations are evolving in an ESG focused world.

Next Generation, Regeneration

JLL development and regeneration experts will be brought together for this discussion, drawing upon new research being launched at UKREiiF that explores the impact of reinvention and repurposing on towns and cities across the UK.

Speakers include:

Jon Neale – Head of Research UK, JLL

Financing Net Zero – Who's Going to Pay?

The economics of retrofitting create a number of fiscal, logistical and societal dilemmas and indeed opportunities. Reducing emissions and ultimately energy consumption is an imperative, with or without the driver of legislative change, but the enormity of the challenge is significant. Fundamental questions remain – how can the transformation be funded and financed, do we have the infrastructure to retrofit at scale and what are the appropriate measures to benchmark success?

Speakers include:

Chair: Dave Brigden – Sector Director, ESG, Real Estate & Housing, Lloyds Banking Group

Professor David Glew – Director of Leeds Sustainability Institute, Leeds Beckett University

Chinyelu Oranefo – Director, Sustainability & ESG Finance, Lloyds Banking Group

Matt Ferretti – Head of Partnerships, Green Finance Institute

Western Gateway Leader and Partners Meet and Greet

Meet partners from across South Wales and Western England to find out more about the great investment opportunities exist across the geography.  Be a part of the UK’s future growth in the Western Gateway!

Social (Who/What Do We) Value

The move towards a Social Value Economy is one where we recognise many different types of Value – beyond the basic economic measurement. We will explore how negative or positive the impact something has is becoming extremely important (and scrutinised) and how Social Value is a tool for change.

Speakers include:

Chair: Sarah Lambshead – Social Value Lead, Faithful + Gould

Regional Leaders and Department for Business and Trade Lunch in association with UKREiiF

Annual lunch bringing together figureheads from across UK towns and cities with government voices as they share their ambitions for UKREiiF and feedback on challenges and opportunities facing their places.

This event is strictly invite only.

Sponsored by UKREiiF 

Building an Inclusive Industry

This panel session looks at the great work already being done, and opportunities to work better, to create a truly inclusive industry that attracts and retains the best talent possible.

Club Peloton Cycle to UKREiiF Arrival

Welcome the riders of the Club Peloton Cycle to UKREiiF – who’ll be starting in Harrogate and making their way via a 100km route to UKREiiF. The time may vary slightly and details of their arrival location will be shared closer to the time.

You can register to take part in the Cycle to UKREiiF here: https://clubpeloton.org/networks/events/105850

The Value of Partnerships: How Do We Align the Public and Private Sector to Deliver Better Places?

The potential of UK towns and cities can only be recognised when policy makers and private sector stakeholders collaborate inclusively. Using best practice examples and ideas, this session explores the pitfalls and possibilities of developing partnerships with healthier, smarter, greener places at their heart.

Sponsored by Schroders Capital.

Speakers include:

Chair: Chris Santer – Porfolio Manager for Impact Fund, Schroders Capital

Pete Gladwell – Group Social Impact & Investment Director, Legal & General

Michelle Percy – Director of Place, Newcastle City Council

Peter Denton – Chief Executive, Homes England

Olaide Oboh – Development Director, Socius

Rachel Miller – Investment Director, Housing Growth Partnership

Sebastian Macdonald-Hall – Partner and Director, Evolve Property Partners

Levelling Up Through Leveraging Heritage Assets

Towns and communities can be given new life through imaginatively repurposing of old redundant assets and heritage buildings into modern, future fit real estate assets – and this session will explore this through real case studies, debate and discussion, exploring the link between this and attracting inward investment.

Sponsored by Place Capital Group.

Speakers include:

David Smith-Milne – Founder and CEO, Place Capital Group

Elaine Griffiths – Chief Executive, The Monastery Manchester

Dr Anne McCann – Programme Director, Government Property Agency

Dan Anderson – Director, Fourth Street

Julian Jackson – Director of Place, Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council

Paul Lakin – Executive Director of Place, Bury Council

Using BtR and PRS to Build Back Better: Keeping Pace with an Evolving Sector

A sector that could be worth £170bn per year by 2032 is one that will have an impact on place development across major conurbations. This session explores how sustainability, tech and design will combine to create world class communities to live within.

Sponsored by Puma Property Finance.

Speakers include:

Chair: Eliot Kaye – Managing Director, Puma Property Finance

Ami Kotecha – Co-Founder and Head of Venture Investments, Amro Partners

Tom Bloxham – Founder and Chairman, Urban Splash

Sarah Shaw – Head of Planning, Glasgow City Council

Rick de Blaby – Chief Executive Officer, Get Living

A Place-Based Cluster Approach – How to Adopt Net-Zero Technology?

Join the Manufacturing Technology and an exciting set of speakers to discuss the place-based cluster approach and how net-zero technology can be adopted and deployed at pace.

Sponsored by The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC).

Speakers include:

Chris Dunkley – Deputy Director – Oxfordshire Cluster, The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC)

Case Study: The Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP)

We take a look at AMP – a stellar example of how to establish a world leading research and innovation district, giving rise to a cluster of high profile globally renowned occupiers that include the likes of McLaren, UK Atomic Energy Agency, Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre and Rolls Royce to name a few.

Speakers include:

Sharon Kemp – Chief Executive, Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council

Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities – Digital Planning Programme

The DLUHC team are behind plans to make the planning system faster, more efficient and more certain – and this session will look at the world-leading digital programme which looks to make places more liveable, sustainable and beautiful whilst engaging communities throughout.

Full of Fibre – Hull City Council Showcase

From end of the line to destination Hull, how the city is using technology, culture and renewables to drive towards a bright future. Join us for refreshments in our informal session and see why you should be looking at Hull for your next investment.

Sponsored by Hull City Council.

Doing More With Less

The development industry is facing ever growing pressures to drive efficiencies while improving outcomes. Inflation, supply challenges, importance of sustainability and skills shortages will all account for a challenging period ahead; but does this present an opportunity?

Sponsored by John Sisk and Son.

Speakers include:

Ajaz Shafi – Chief Operating Officer, John Sisk and Son

Mark Chivers – Director General, Government Property – Cabinet Office

Phil Marsden – NW Director of Project Management, Muse

Alan Rodger – Managing Director, John Sisk and Son

Jessica Bowles – Director of Strategy, Bruntwood

Rebecca Hartshorn – Framework Director, John Sisk and Son

Tammy Whitaker – Head of Regeneration and Property, Sheffield City Council

Mark Baseby – Director of Architecture, McBains

Ian MacLeod – Director of Planning, Transport and Sustainability, Birmingham City Council

The Future of Construction

Join government and industry leaders at this ‘lunch and learn’ session to understand how construction projects will be delivered in the future. Rising costs and the net zero agenda have created a perfect storm – and we’ll discuss how innovation in skills, systems, tech and data could provide the key.

Sponsored by Better Delivery and AESG.

Speakers include:

Jamie Parr – Founder and Director, Better Delivery

Phillipa Grant – Global Director of Sustainability, AESG

Bola Abisogun OBE – Digital Director, BIM Academy

Giulia Papi – Data Intelligence Manager, innDex

Tom Stannard – Chief Executive, Salford City Council

Unlocking Housing Growth in Marginal Markets

In 2013 Leeds set out a strategy for housing led regeneration in some of its most deprived neighbourhoods. 10 years later over 1,500 homes on 37-ha have been delivered or are on site. This discussion considers whether such models are still possible, and how lessons can be applied to the Strategic Place Partnership.

Venue: Department Leeds Dock, 4 The Boulevard, Leeds LS10 1PZ

To express and interest in attending contact: christopher.brown@leeds.gov.uk

Pricing the Low Carbon Transition

Investment requirements relating to sustainability, resilience, and ESG are increasing in prevalence. We look in particular detail at how sustainability transition risk and opportunity can be incorporated into asset values; current methodologies, use of technology, challenges and future trajectory for pricing.

Speakers include:

Emma Hoskyn – UK Head of Sustainability, JLL

David Willock – Managing Director ESG Finance, Lloyds Banking Group

Barbora Melezinkova – Head of ESG, LXi REIT

Max Walmsley – Assistant Portfolio Manager, LaSalle Investment Management

Mott MacDonald Showcase: Placemaking With The Cities Studio

Further details will be revealed soon on this session which will explore the placemaking concept with different cities and regions.

Keyland Developments Blueprint Launch

The senior team from Keyland Developments will launch their sustainable development strategy.

The UK on the Global Stage – Sharing International Ideas for Regeneration and Economic Growth

A high-level session that examines how the UK can collaborate with international stakeholders to deliver game changing inward investment while exporting ideas globally to improve worldwide standing and soft power.

Speakers include:

Chair: Fahmida Nisa – UKREiiF Host, Built Environment Networking

Heng Leong Cheong – CEO, EcoWorld London

Kate Willard OBE – Chair, Thames Estuary Growth Board

Gavin Chapman – Managing Director for Principal Investments, Barclays

Ben Houchen – Mayor, Tees Valley Combined Authority

Rajesh Agrawal – Deputy Mayor for Business, Greater London Authority

Healthy Cities for Healthy Economies – Delivering Critical Infrastructure to Support National Wellbeing and Placemaking

This session explores the interconnected relationship between creating positive public health outcomes and regeneration. From holistic investment and development schemes to new healthcare infrastructure, delegates are joined by senior voices from across policy and property to discuss symbiotic outcomes for the UK population.

Sponsored by Savills.

Speakers include:

Chair: Andrew Buroni – Environmental Planning & Infrastructure, Savills

Dame Jackie Daniel – Chief Executive, The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Anne-Marie Garner – Vice President Corporate Strategy, Therme Group

Dame Linda Pollard – Chair, The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Mark Jackson – Development Director, Scarborough Group International

Unlocking Finance to Deliver Net Zero

Unlocking private finance will be critical in delivering Net Zero. The session will explore the approaches 3Ci has been developing alongside UK cities to secure the necessary levels of investment.

Sponsored by Connected Places Catapult.

Speakers include:

Professor Greg Clark – Chair, Connected Places Catapult

The Evolution of Sustainability in Housing

Join a leading panel of industry experts who will explore the evolution of sustainability across the housing landscape, and the areas for consideration as part of the Just Green Transition, to ultimately support customers, colleagues and communities.

Speakers include:

Chair: Chris Yau – Director (Social Housing), Lloyds Bank

The Power of Road and Rail Infrastructure to Unlock Regeneration

Transport is said to be at the core of Levelling Up, with improved connectivity through projects such as HS2, Elizabeth Line, East West Rail and Northern Powerhouse Rail some of the apparent key to closing the gaps between Britain’s regions, boosting productivity and delivering our net zero ambitions. We look at the way forward to achieve this.

Speakers include:

Lynda Shillaw – Chief Executive Officer, Harworth Group

How to Build an Inclusive Innovation Ecosystem Which Connects People and Place

Tom Riordan will facilitate a discussion with expert panellists on the challenges and opportunities of building successful innovation ecosystems that matter to people, place, regions and countries, examining the specific strategies cities are taking to achieve this.

Culture Led Regeneration

The team from Moda and Caddick are joined by very special guests to discuss how culture will shape the delivery of sustainable built environment projects in the future.

How Can The Majority of Local Authorities Achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2030?

With over 300 local authorities declaring a climate emergency and many pledging to be net-zero carbon by 2030, they are in a race against time. We look at the consequences, challenges and opportunities to help them reach a sustainable future.

Speakers include:

Chair: Will Burkitt – Head of Local Government Sector, Faithful + Gould

Kate Kennally – Chief Executive, Cornwall Council

Andy Williams – Director of Investment, Business and Culture, Coventry City Council

Nabeel Khan – Strategic Director Sustainable Growth, London Borough of Lambeth

Using Sustainable Infrastructure to Drive Potential

UK Business Council for Sustainable Development partners join leaders from across national infrastructure to talk about their net zero transition and how investment in greener infrastructure will unlock cleaner development.

Speakers include:

Abel Martins-Alexandre – Head of Infrastructure, Energy and Industrials, Lloyds Banking Group

The Building Safety Act: Culture Change or Culture Shock?

The Building Safety Act received Royal Assent in April 2022. One year on, we’re asking a panel of industry experts to discuss the impact of the Act on the UK construction industry so far and what we need to prepare for in the year ahead. Has it been culture change or culture shock?

Sponsored by Hydrock.

Speakers include:

Chair: Jane Groom – Partner and Co-Managing Director for Politics, Engagement and Planning, London Communications Agency

Will Freeman – Director for Building Safety & Information Management Development, Hydrock

Fiona Fletcher-Smith – Chief Executive Officer, L&Q

Low Carbon Cities: Embedding Sustainability into Decision-Making

As cities are increasingly looking to meet ambitious low carbon goals, it is critical to embed sustainability into decision-making processes to bring about tangible positive change. This panel will gather key industry representatives to discuss the challenges and solutions in making low carbon cities a reality.

Sponsored by London Borough of Lambeth.

The Future of Birmingham

See and hear about Birmingham’s plans for a healthier, walkable, liveable, thriving city as they officially launch their ‘Our Future City Framework’ which will showcase their transformational place and development proposals and aspirations for the city. Be Bold, Be Birmingham.

Sponsored by Arcadis

Speakers include:

Chair: Simon Marks – City Executive, Arcadis

Deborah Cadman OBE – Chief Executive, Birmingham City Council

Cllr Ian Ward – Leader, Birmingham City Council

Bek Seeley – Managing Director for Development (Europe), Lendlease

Glenn Howells – Managing Partner, Glenn Howells Architects

Cllr Brigid Jones – Deputy Leader, Birmingham City Council

Iqbal Khan – Creative Director, Birmingham 2022

Ralph Minott – Director of Development, Calthorpe Estate

Powerhouse of Innovation

Home to 14 of the 15 world’s largest aerospace manufacturers, the most advanced cyber cluster in Europe and four of the most research focused universities in the UK, the Western Gateway has a long history of innovation. Find out why South Wales and Western England are at the forefront of creating the economies of the future.

Speakers include:

Ruth Dooley – Chair, GFirst LEP

Stephen Bashford – Director of Business and Skills, West of England Combined Authority

Russell Frith – Inward Investment Manager, Wiltshire Council

Devolution 2.0: What Can We Learn from Greater Manchester’s Experience Ahead of the Next Generation of Devolution Deals?

The Government has pledged to deliver a raft a new devolution deals in the coming years. Six years on from electing its first Mayor, what lessons can we learn from Greater Manchester’s experience of devolution? And what further powers are required to ensure local leaders can truly transform their region’s infrastructure?

This event is invite only.

Sponsored by AECOM.

Speakers include:

Chair: Fahmida Nisa – UKREiiF Host, Built Environment Networking

Andy Burnham – Mayor, Greater Manchester Combined Authority

Cllr Brigid Jones – Deputy Leader, Birmingham City Council

Matt Beeton – Chief Executive, Port of Tyne

Alyson Heald – Partnerships Director (North West), Trafford Housing Trust

Alistair Chapman – Senior Director, CBRE

James Heath – Chief Executive, National Infrastructure Commission

Rosslyn Colderley – North of England Director, Sustrans

Tom Fenton – Project Director, Far East Consortium

Phil Mayall – Managing Director – North West, Muse

Oliver Coppard – Mayor, South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority

Catapulting Growth in Life Sciences: The Role of Manufacturing

Science and innovation have been identified as key areas in which to generate growth across the UK. This session will explore real estate’s role in delivering appropriate space to support this growth, with a particular focus on good manufacturing practices (GMP).

Speakers include:

Chris Walters – Head of UK Life Sciences, JLL

Olivia Drew – Director and Portfolio Manager, UK Life Sciences, UBS

Opening Opportunities With Neurodiverse Young People

Leeds based charity Lighthouse Futures explore what employers can do to create sustainable opportunities for neurodiverse talent.

Sustainability and The Cost of Living – How Do We Make Net Zero Places Work For All?

How can the built environment sector meet the challenge of improving the cost of living for UK citizens in the short term while also committing billions of pounds to delivering sustainable buildings and infrastructure for self-dependency in the long term? This session explores getting population ‘buy in’ while harnessing the creativity, skills and expertise within property and construction.

Sponsored by Troup Bywaters + Anders.

Speakers include:

Chair: Mark Richardson – Partner and Head of Sustainable Innovation, Troup Bywaters + Anders

Marvin Rees – Mayor of Bristol, Bristol City Council

Samantha Kempe – Co-Founder & Chief Investment Officer, IMMO Capital

Jason Longhurst – UK Head of Sustainable Investment & Partnerships, Prologis

Neelum Choudhury – Head of Sustainability, RivingtonHark

Reviving Industrial Heartlands

All sides of the political spectrum agree that harnessing the power of former industrial communities is central to levelling up. This session looks at some of the UK destinations that are grappling with different ways to rethink their towns and cities while providing opportunities for future generations.

Sponsored by NHBC.

Speakers include:

Chair: Liz Hamson – Editor-in-Chief, BE News

Karen Thornton – Head of Land Quality, NHBC

Gary Ellis – Chief Executive, Coalfields Regeneration Trust

Lynda Shillaw – Chief Executive Officer, Harworth Group

Tim Johnson – Chief Executive, City of Wolverhampton Council

Symon Bacon – Development Director, British Land

Future Formula’s for Mixed Use

We discuss bringing different combinations of mixed-use development to different locations – and how to build successful public and private sector partnerships that deliver on the promise of regeneration and improved environments for home, for work and for leisure.

Sponsored by DAC Beachcroft.

Speakers include:

Chair – Gemma Leonard – Partner, DAC Beachcroft

Richard Pilkington – Senior Managing Director, Cain International

Kathryn Pennington – Regional Development Director, Countryside

Cllr Jim O'Boyle – Cabinet Member for Jobs, Regeneration and Climate Change, Coventry City Council

Phil Mayall – Managing Director – North West, Muse

Net Zero Buildings: A Practical Guide to Making it Happen

Everyone’s talking about it but how do you do it? In this session, we take a hands-on look at how investors, developers and asset managers can build net zero resilience into their buildings.

Focus on West Yorkshire: Harnessing Innovation for Competitive Edge

This session will explore the future ambitions of West Yorkshire as a place that works for all, looking at how the public and private sector can work together to harness innovation and new industries, create opportunity for investment, and champion an inclusive economy in one of the most diverse parts of the UK.

Speakers include:

Chair: Natalie Boswell – Regional Development Director, Lloyds Banking Group

Tom Riordan – Chief Executive, Leeds City Council

Natalie Allen – Head of Business Partnerships, Leeds Beckett University

Beckie Hart – Regional Director Yorkshire and Humber, CBI

Birmingham: Our Future City Plan

Following on from the launch of Birmingham’s Our Future Cities Plan, Council Leader Ian Ward sits down with developers and stakeholders leading the charge to transform the city of Birmingham and explore the work already underway.

Delivering New Urban Quarters in 2023: Opportunities and Challenges

The city’s strategy for accommodating new growth is focused on a brownfield first approach that delivers urban rather than suburban environments. The panel will explore these exciting projects, and discuss issues such as place-making, 20 min neighbourhood principles, affordability, net zero, and infrastructure constraints.  It will look at how these challenging objectives can be met while delivering these ambitious large-scale projects. Come and join the Edinburgh team and expert panel for a session focussed on major expansion areas in the city.

Sponsored by Edinburgh Council.

How Can we Unlock the Right Kind of Investment to Produce Sustained Levelling Up of the UK’s Cities?

Working together on the Urban Futures Commission, Inner Circle Consulting, the RSA and Core Cities will be sharing some of the early findings from our work and discussing how the UK’s cities can unlock the right kind of investment to produce sustained levelling up.

Sponsored by Inner Circle Consulting.

Speakers include:

Andrew Travers – Director, Inner Circle Consulting

Deborah Cadman OBE – Chief Executive, Birmingham City Council

Stephen Jones – Director, Core Cities

Cllr Georgia Gould – Chair, London Councils

Stoke-on-Trent – Regional Showcase

Taking place on The Cinema Stage – dedicated to showcasing investment, development and regeneration opportunities – this session will hear from regional stakeholders on the opportunities in Stoke.

Sponsored by Stoke-on-Trent City Council.

Forging Ahead – Shaping Investment Opportunities in the Oxford-Cambridge Region

Join the Oxford to Cambridge Partnership at this networking reception as we launch our plans for an international investment atlas for this fast growing, science and tech region.

Sponsored by the Oxford to Cambridge Pan Regional Partnership.

Venue: The Hunting Gallery, Royal Armouries Museum

London – A Focus On Our Capital City

London is a key economic drivers for the wider UK – and an attraction for international developers and investors. This session delves into the capital.

Western Gateway Leaders Drinks Reception

Join the decision makers from across the Western Gateway for informal networking and drinks to round off day one of UKREiiF.

Sheffield Property Association and South Yorkshire Drinks Reception and Networking

Join Sheffield on their exhibition E40/44 – where South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard alongside the Sheffield Property Association will be hosting a networking drinks reception. This informal event will allow guests to sample True North Brew Sheffield Gin and Tonic.

Venue: Stand E40/44 New Dock Hall Exhibition Hall

3 Cities Reception

Join senior voices from across the West Midlands for informal networking refreshments and hear about the 3 Cities collaboration- a unique way to unlock transformative opportunities centred on accelerating green economic growth, addressing decarbonisation and boosting investment in Birmingham, Coventry and Wolverhampton.

Hosted by:

Deborah Cadman OBE – Chief Executive, Birmingham City Council

Tim Johnson – Chief Executive, City of Wolverhampton Council

Sky Lounge Drinks Reception With ATKINS & Faithful+Gould

It’s back! Following the success of their fringe event at the Hilton Sky Lounge for the inaugural UKREiiF, the team at ATKINS and Faithful+Gould are once again inviting delegates to join them for canapes and drinks alongside networking and spectacular views across the city.

Venue: Sky Lounge, DoubleTree by Hilton, Granary Wharf, LS1 4BR

To register interest in attending contact: holly.Kerr@fgould.com

Cocktails and Canapes with Stantec & Perfect Circle

Kickstart the evening’s celebrations ahead of the Festival of Achievement by joining Stantec and Perfect Circle for cocktails and canapes at the Stantec Leeds office. You’ll get to meet with some of the award judges, network with industry professionals and find out more about how Stantec and Perfect Circle are working in partnership to create sustainable, equitable communities through the SCAPE framework. Guests will be offered a shuttle bus service between the venue on the Boulevard and the awards venue at Millennium Square.

Venue: Stantec Leeds Office, The Boulevard, Leeds Docks, LS10 1PZ

Places at this event are limited so please RSVP to danielle.shaw@stantec.com

Housing Growth Partnership Drinks Reception

Invite only networking with senior teams from both Lloyds and the Housing Growth Partnership.

Rex Procter and Partners & RPP Management Drinks Reception

Join the team at Rex Procter and Partners & RPP Management who will be hosting an informal drinks reception – enabling you to have a relaxed evening and to network well into the evening.

Venue: Canal Club, 1 Little Neville Street, Leeds, LS1 4ED

This event is now fully booked. 

Huddersfield: Investing for the Future

Join Kirklees Council and Huddersfield Unlimited for a networking fringe event which explores why Huddersfield, with over £1bn of investment planned over the next five years, is a prime location to live, work, play and invest.

Venue: Citu, The Place, Leeds, LS10 4JP

To register visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/huddersfield-investing-for-the-future-tickets-595771377227

DLA Piper and Guests Informal Panel: Repurposing Assets – Social and Economic Drivers

Join DLA Piper for the first evening of UKREiiF for an informal panel with Mayor Tracy Brabin and guest speakers from Aviva CP, Rivington Hark, Gerald Eve and Avison Young, to explore repurposing assets, the acceleration of structural shifts post-pandemic, ESG drivers, and approaches to repurposing.

Venue: Manahatta Greek Street, 29 E Parade, Leeds LS1 5PS

To register interest in attending contact: katie.butterworth@dlapiper.com

Speakers include:

Tracy Brabin – Mayor, West Yorkshire Combined Authority

Stuart Howie – Head of Regeneration, Avison Young

Sophie White – Sector Lead – Regeneration, Aviva

Mark Williams – Executive Director, Rivingtonhark

An Evening with Business & Sporting Excellence @ UKREiiF

Join an array of high-profile sports stars and leaders from the Yorkshire business community for a panel discussion and networking drinks as UKREiiF day one draws to a close.

Venue: Wellington Suite, The Royal Armouries Museum

UKREiiF Festival of Achievement

Join us for a celebratory evening in Leeds city centre – as we celebrate success with a number of UKREiiF themed awards in a mass festival like celebration like no other ‘awards ceremony’. Taking place at Millennium Square in Leeds we’ll have pop-up food and drink outlets, entertainment throughout the evening from acts to entertainment ‘stalls’ in the square and much more!

Tickets for this event can be purchased at the bottom of the website alongside your UKREiiF tickets.

Transport Planning Associates Drinks Reception

Transport Planning Associates will be hosting an informal drinks reception alongside canapes – enabling you to have a relaxed evening and networking into the night following your first day at UKREiiF.

Venue: Aspire (Mezzanine Level), 2 Infirmary Street, Leeds, LS1 2JP

To register contact: events@tpa.uk.com

Sunset and Saxophone with the Lucion Group

Join The Lucion Group for an evening of networking at their an exclusive Penthouse fringe event – with a saxophonist joining the party at 7pm before a DJ takes us through the evening from 9pm until midnight.

Venue: Bar Fibre, 168 Lower Briggate, Leeds LS1 6LY

To register interest in attending contact: ukreiif@luciongroup.com

RLB Boom Battle Bar

Following the success of our fringe events last year, RLB would like to invite you to join us at Boom Battle Bar for axe throwing, darts and shuffleboard! You’ll also be able to network with industry peers over drinks and food.

Venue: Boom Battle Bar, S43 Ground Floor Level, Victoria Gate LS2 7AR

To register your interest in attending visit: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/VYXV8F6

Bevan Brittan Breakfast Event: District Heat and Sustainability

Join this morning fringe event where Bevan Brittan and their expert panel will explore decarbonisation and what’s in the pipeline, alongside drinks and a morning selection of food.

Venue: Malmaison Hotel, 1 Swinegate, LS1 4AG

To register visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bevan-brittan-breakfast-fringe-event-district-heat-and-sustainability-tickets-530658563047

Morning Run With Cundall

Come and build your fitness and wellbeing to ensure you’re fresh for the day ahead, whilst networking with like-minded others for a morning run.

Venue: Leonardo Hotel – Formerly Jurys Inn, Brewery Wharf, Brewery Pl, Leeds LS10 1NE

To register visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/morning-run-with-cundall-tickets-483740650307

RLB Net-Walking

It’s back! Our net-walking event was so successful last year that we’ve brought it back with a twist! This year, Leeds has been named the city of culture, so join our walk as we explore the city’s cultural heritage.

Venue: TBC

To register visit: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/RD5RMJ6

Meet the West Midlands Combined Authority Breakfast

The West Midlands is a nationally and indeed internationally connected location ready for new investment. We have world class infrastructure, a dynamic local economy and a young, diverse and talented population. Our track record in large scale brownfield regeneration projects is second to none. Join Andy Street and his senior team for breakfast as they table fantastic upcoming opportunities and answer your questions.

Please contact matt.christie@built-environment-networking.com to express an interest in attending.

This event is invite only.

Investing in South Yorkshire

An exclusive breakfast hosted by the South Yorkshire JESSICA Fund and the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority to explore investable opportunities within the Region. With key speakers from Sheffield City Council, Harworth, CBRE and Scarborough Group we look forward to welcoming you for breakfast, refreshments and conversation.

Venue: Radisson Blu Hotel, No 1 The Light, The Headrow, LS1 8TL

This event is invite only.

To register an interest in attending contact: Marianne.Hawksworth@sheffield.gov.uk

NHBC Recharge Breakfast

Recharge before another busy day at UKREiiF with an informal networking breakfast hosted by the NHBC with clients and contacts.

Venue: TBC

This event is strictly invite only.

Enjoy a Coffee on Stantec

At Stantec we care about and support communities, because they are our communities too. We are teaming up with local business North Star Coffee throughout the conference to help you recharge during a busy conference day. Visit North Star Coffee on your way to the event or between sessions and show your event badge to receive your free coffee.

Venue: North Star Coffee, The Boulevard, Leeds Dock, LS10 1PZ

Are You In? Innovation Breakfast

Join the team at Leeds Innovation Partnership breakfast and a stimulating discussion on what a successful and thriving innovation ecosystem looks like through the lens of entrepreneurs, universities, investors, local government and corporates.

Venue: Suite M.01, Department Leeds Dock, 4 The Boulevard, Leeds LS10 1PZ

To express an interest in attending contact: christopher.brown@leeds.gov.uk

Young Entrepeneurs in Property Presents – Changes to the National Planning Policy Framework

We hear from several up and coming stars from within the industry, as the national Young Entrepreneurs in Property group share details on the changes to NPPF coupled with an audience Q&A.

Speakers include:

Sioned Davies – Barrister, No5 Barristers Chambers

Jess Wilkinson – Associate, Race Cottam Associates

Abigail Upton – Planner, DLP Planning

Chris Bowes – Partner, CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang

Transport for London Property Update – Public Improvement Through Property Development

This exclusive session will explore Transport for London’s land holdings and their emails to develop housing, and act as a catalyst for economic regeneration, whilst looking at the TfL/Network Rail Collaboration Agreement.

Speakers include:

Peter Elliott – Head of Property Development, TFL Property

Claire O'Shea – Principal Engineering Lead for Commercial Development, TFL Property

Mary-Ann Clarke – Director, AECOM

Equitable Procurement & Social Value: Embedding Skills, Diversity & Resilience in Real Estate and Infrastructure Supply Chains

The BAME Planners Network, Royal Town Planning Institution and Women in Planning will deliver an interaction session exploring skills, EDI and the built environment supply chain.

One Size Fits No One – The Four Nations Levelling Up Perspectives, Challenges and Ideas

Leaders from across England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales join forces to share their experiences of the levelling up process, discuss current obstacles to growth and share best practice ideas as UKREiiF presents a unique opportunity for all corners of the United Kingdom to connect.

Speakers include:

Kellie Beirne – Chief Executive, Cardiff Capital Region

Tom Riordan – Chief Executive, Leeds City Council

Race to Market: The UK as a Science Superpower

Join Wates and industry leading experts in a panel discussion around the Race to Market and issues the industry faces delivering high-quality buildings for the Life Sciences sector without compromising net zero carbon, design and talent. An insight into why these themes are pivotal in keeping the UK as a Science super power.

Sponsored by Wates.

Investment Zones and Reviving Local Economies

In the Budget there was an update around the new Investment Zones, albeit under a new Prime Minister the initial focus has somewhat shifted. How will the newly proposed sites fair, and how can we positively move forward with sites initially identified but not selected as investment zones?

Speakers include:

Oliver Coppard – Mayor, South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority

Melanie Leech CBE – Chief Executive, British Property Federation

Robin Earl – Group Executive Director, Advance Northumberland

Focus on North East: Paving the Way For UK Net Zero

The panel will discuss how the North East can grasp the significant opportunity for growth and investment through industrial decarbonisation, off-shore wind, carbon capture and hydrogen production, and tackle some of the barriers to achieving North East Net Zero.

Speakers include:

Gary Chapman – Head of North East Region Corporate and Institutional Banking, Lloyds Bank

Jen Hartley – Director, Invest Newcastle

Jamie Driscoll – Mayor, North of Tyne Combined Authority

The True Cost of Offsite

The terms innovation, road to net zero and tackling the cost of living are common place on the UK built environment landscape but the role of MMC in addressing these challenges is often overlooked. This session asks can we afford not to use offsite in the drive to developing at pace and maintaining greener principles.

Sponsored by Platform Housing Group.

Speakers include:

Chair: Trina Chakravarti – Project Director, Building Better

Katie Gilmartin – Head of Business Development and Innovation, Platform Housing Group

Anne Daw – Head of MMC Delivery, HLM Architects

Karl Ventre – Managing Director, Starship Modular

Berkshire Local Enterprise Partnership – Regional Showcase

Taking place on The Cinema Stage – dedicated to showcasing investment, development and regeneration opportunities – this session will hear from regional stakeholders on the opportunities in Berkshire.

Sponsored by Berkshire Local Enterprise Partnership.

Putting The S in ESG: Building a Sustainable Future With Your Community

This session will look at how businesses can work collaboratively to achieve more effective outcomes for our communities, providing a more grassroots approach to improving the energy efficiency of housing stock, macro-issues and bottom-up initiatives which can help us put the S into the ESG agenda.

Sponsored by Commonplace.

Speakers include:

Mike Saunders – CEO and Co-Founder, Commonplace

Bek Seeley – Managing Director for Development (Europe), Lendlease

Wesley Ankrah – Social Value Director, Savills

Ellie Cosgrave – Director of CIC and Research, Publica

Professor Sadie Morgan OBE – Commissioner, National Infrastructure Commission

Understanding the Total Value and Impact of Projects in a Net Zero World

The team from Keyland Developments and their partners highlight how they’re measuring long term environmental impact of their regeneration schemes and how it is influencing business decisions.

The Future of Urban Centres – Masterplanning For Future Towns and Cities

This session explores the evolution of the high street, city centres and mixed use regen as we ask about the key ingredients for thriving urban heartlands as they consider shifting socio-economic climates and the demand for greener, smarter places.

Sponsored by Kier Property.

Speakers include:

Chair: Fareen Lalani – Senior Development Director, Kier Property

Danielle Gillespie – Director for Cities and Urban Conurbations, Homes England

Mark Chivers – Director General, Government Property – Cabinet Office

Paul Kitson – Strategic Director of Place, Prosperity & Sustainability, Birmingham City Council

Sophie White – Sector Lead – Regeneration, Aviva

Lara Newman – Chief Executive, LocatED

Moda Living and Knight Frank Market Insight Launch

Join guests from across both organisations as they launch an exclusive new report relating to the Build to Rent sector, featuring brand new insights into how ESG and operational data are impacting investor appetite from around the globe.

A Decade of Transformation in Leeds City Centre: What Next and How?

Over the last decade Leeds has doubled the size of its city centre through the regeneration of the 253-ha South Bank site. This session will reflect on the journey and the opportunities to come.

Venue: Department Leeds Dock, 4 The Boulevard, Leeds LS10 1PZ

To register interest in attending contact: christopher.brown@leeds.gov.uk

Empowering The People!

This session explores how regeneration supports local employment prospects, engages harder to reach community groups and provides a stimulus for economic growth. With the roll out of Local Skills Plans and the pressing shortage of people trained to support the green agenda, delegates are joined by an array of senior built environment leaders who are approaching the challenges differently.

Sponsored by Willmott Dixon.

Speakers include:

Chair: Sarah Fraser – Head of Willmott Dixon Foundation, Willmott Dixon

Rob Heasman – Chief Executive Officer, The Earls Court Development Company

Nicolle Ndiweni – Inward Investment and Business Expansion Specialist, Invest in Nottingham

Helen Horne – Managing Director, OxPlace

Cllr Adam Jogee – Cabinet Member for Economic Development, Jobs, and Community Cohesion, London Borough of Haringey

The Future of Cities

Tomorrow’s cities need to be designed with people, sustainability and innovation front of mind – and the CBD is at the heart of this. We discuss the opportunities and interventions that are needed and ask how the real estate industry can support their development and growth, whilst generating value for all areas of society.

Speakers include:

Laira Roberts – Director – Strategic Development Consulting, JLL

Simon Delahunty-Forrest – Assistant Director Development Planning, Birmingham City council

Carolyn Plozynski – Head of Regeneration and Economy, Oxford City Council

Cultivating a Green Economy and Green Industry

Delegates are joined by a mixture of built environment sector leaders and the industrial ecosystem whom they support to discuss key steps for delivering a green economy.

The UK’s Green Energy Super Cluster

With the UK’s first cross border Hydrogen Ecosystem, an independent commission to explore sustainable energy in the Severn and strengths in Nuclear power, the Western Gateway has a huge opportunity as the UK’s most sustainable powerhouse. Find out why their innovative and skilled communities are ready to power the UK’s journey to Net Zero.

Speakers include:

Paul Moorby OBE – Chair, Swindon and Wiltshire Local Enterprise Partnership

Nicola Somerville – Head of Development and Inclusive Growth, Cardiff Capital Region

Roger Hoare – Head of Environment, West of England Combined Authority

Engaging the Youth Voice in Shaping Planning

We dive into a case study which involves young people and the Morley Towns Fund – in partnership with Ahead Partnership.

Exploring Single-Family Rental's Role in Building the Communities of Tomorrow

As towns and cities across the UK grapple with delivering affordable, high quality dwellings for their inhabitants, this session explores the role investment in single family rental development could play in solving the housing crisis and catalysing growth.

Sponsored by Placefirst.

Speakers include:

David Mawson – Chief Executive, Placefirst

Jennifer Murray – Head of Institutional Investment, Homes England

Ben Pile – Head of European Residential Investing and Asset Management, Barings

Coventry City Council – Regeneration and Development Showcase

Meet the senior team from Coventry City Council as they discuss the unlimited potential of their city while also announcing new and excited development projects alongside their partners.

This session is sponsored by Coventry City Council.

Effective Ways to Fund Sustainable Development

Funding plays a multidimensional role in regeneration, including supporting critical infrastructure, investing in sustainable energy solutions and, from an investor lens, gaining investment exposure to high quality sustainable commercial and residential products. Increasingly, funds have been active in this space recognising how their allocations can play an active role in accelerating schemes and promote the delivery of sustainable real estate. Join our panel members as they discuss how they perceive the current investment landscape and the role they play, alongside other key public sector funds, in regeneration.

Speakers include:

Kitty Patmore – Chief Financial Officer, Harworth Group

Dr Aileen Jones – Executive Director – Investment and Delivery, Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

Bethany Carter – Head of Regional and Local Economic Growth, UK Infrastructure Bank

Yvonne Ambo – Senior Transactions Manager (Long Income Funds), Legal & General

Regenerating the Commercial Real Estate Landscape

Come and join a session to discuss the challenges and opportunities involved in Commercial Real Estate Regeneration. A panel of experts will be discussing: The challenges to deliver and how do you overcome to secure successful delivery. Who are the important stakeholders and how do you bring them along on the journey and what does good look like.

Speakers include:

Caroline Snowden – Managing Director Private Groups, Lloyds Bank

Chris Sood-Nicholls – Managing Director, Regional Regeneration, Commercial Banking, Lloyds Banking Group

UK 2070 Commission – Where Next?

Join Lord Kerslake and his 2070 Commission Leaders to discuss progress and the future. More information to follow.

Is Yorkshire Open for Business and Ready for Growth?

This lively debate will look at how Yorkshire is positioned – is it truly open for business and ready for growth? The level of interest in the regions real estate market seems to suggest so, and the panel will discuss the development hotspots, challenges facing investors and the role that infrastructure and transport investment has to play in delivering growth.

Sponsored by Spawforths.

Speakers include:

David Rolinson – Chairman, Spawforths

Kersten England – Chief Executive, Bradford Council

Adrian Spawforth – Managing Director, Spawforths

Tamsin Hart-Jones – Head of Cities and Major Conurbations, Homes England

Cllr Shabir Pandor – Leader, Kirklees Council

Shannon Conway – Residential Director, Glenbrook

Kate Martin – Executive Director of Place, Sheffield City Council

Ed Catchpole – Regional Director – Yorkshire & Central, Harworth

Ben Rodgers – Head of Regeneration, Legal and General

What are the Key Ingredients for Successful Spatial Strategies and Masterplans?

Join the Arcadis team and several major policy makers, developers and end users for a high level interactive session.

Sponsored by Arcadis.

Speakers include:

Chair – Aydin Zorlutuna – Senior Technical Director, Arcadis

Stirling: Alive with Opportunity

A university city that embraces growth and innovation while maintaining historic and cultural heritage – where better than to be involved in regeneration, business growth and Community Wealth Building initiatives? We look at the ambitious growth plans for the region and why Stirling is a frontrunner for investable opportunities.

Sponsored by Stirling Council.

West Midlands Investment Prospectus Launch – Why The West Midlands?

Some of the regions major players who are set to be heavily involved in the region’s future will join us on stage to reveal the details around their investment prospectus.

Speakers include:

Chair: Ros Barclay – Director, Coverdale Barclay

Andy Street – Mayor, West Midlands Combined Authority

Sophie White – Sector Lead – Regeneration, Aviva

Stuart Penn – Regional Managing Director, Lovell

Defining and Delivering Next Generation Green Infrastructure

As the UK marches towards a more sustainable future the delivery of Green Infrastructure becomes even more vital; but what should investors, developers and masterplanners be considering? This session offers solutions and ideas to support policy and delivery.

Sponsored by Calfordseaden.

Speakers include:

Chair: Dr Chris Marien – Partner, Calfordseaden

Rachel Fisher – Deputy Director, Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA)

Felicity Masefield – Sustainability Lead, Native Land

Nick Lakin – Group Director for Corporate Affairs, Kingfisher

Amy Harhoff – Corporate Director Regeneration Economy and Growth, Durham County Council

Dr Maria Carvalho – Head of Climate Economics and Data, NatWest

Juliemma McLoughlin – Executive Director of Environment, City of London Corporation

Tomorrow’s Net Zero – Avoiding a Cop Out, Turning Talk into Outcomes

Senior voices across policy, regeneration and infrastructure frame key asks of UK government ahead of COP 28.

Living in the Developments of the Future

Central to every build to rent scheme are the tenants who live there – but what do they want? This session will reflect on JLL data that identifies the needs and expectations of tenants and the extent to which this will influence future development requirements.

Speakers include:

Jason Hogg – Director – Residential & Development Land, JLL

Katherine Russell – Head of Build to Rent, John Lewis Partnership

Rebecca Legrew Hesse – Managing Director for Commercial, Citra Living

Sheds Appeal

Delegates are joined by guests from the sheds and logistics industry to talk about why location priorities are shifting in modern Britain.

Taking Devolution Further – A National Priority or a Case For Status Quo?

As government agrees new deals across the country, this session explores whether devolution is a necessity for meeting regeneration challenges or whether it should be a tool to be used sparingly. Delegates are joined by regions at different stages of their devolution journey to share insights, learnings and ambitions for the future.

Sponsored by Browne Jacobson.

Speakers include:

Chair: Laura Hughes – Head of Public Law, Browne Jacobson

Andy Street – Mayor, West Midlands Combined Authority

Vivienne Clements – Executive Director, HBD

Jessica Bowles – Director of Strategy, Bruntwood

Mel Barrett – Chief Executive, Nottingham City Council

Oliver Coppard – Mayor, South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority

Western Gateway Leader and Partners Meet and Greet

Meet partners from across South Wales and Western England to find out more about the great investment opportunities exist across the geography. Be a part of the UK’s future growth in the Western Gateway!

UK Business Council for Sustainable Development – Members and Guests Lunch

Networking lunch event hosted by the UKBCSD.

This event is invite only.

To register your interest email: UKBCSDmember@ukbcsd.co.uk

Core Cities Lunch

An opportunity for delegates at the event to network and connect with the key players from the Core Cities network – a network bringing together the cities of Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham and Sheffield.

Venue: Department Leeds Dock, 4 The Boulevard, Leeds LS10 1PZ

This event is invite only.

Young Surveyors Lunch Reception

By Invite only.

Express an invite via jmawbey@harworthgroup.com

In Conversation With…

Young professionals are joined by senior leaders within the industry to discuss their aims for EDI and the youth agenda.

‘Talking ‘bout my Generation’ – Next Generation Research Launch

‘How do the next generation feel about where they live?  What does a levelled up future mean to them and what skills will they need to help them compete?  Atkins hosts a special panel event featuring 16-21 year olds who tell us about their hopes and expectations for the future – both for themselves and for the places where they live.  Also present to answer their questions are a hand-picked panel of experts.

Birmingham Knowledge Quarter Roundtable

At an exclusive lunchtime roundtable in The VIP Glass Box, Birmingham City Council will be making an exciting announcement about the future of Birmingham’s Knowledge Quarter alongside Aston University and Bruntwood SciTech. Together, we’ll be discussing our shared ambition to create a world leading innovation district in the city and unveiling the exciting next steps as this vision is brought to life.

This event is invitation only.

Please contact Marie-Helene.Matthews@birmingham.gov.uk to enquire.

The Future of Active Travel – Are We Doing Enough to Deliver Sustainable Urban Mobility Solutions?

The second national cycling and walking investment strategy commits £2bn of funding for kickstarting or encouraging active travel schemes in UK towns and cities. This session explores how that money is best spent and what else is needed to reduce the reliance on cars, trains and buses while improving public health.

Sponsored by Arcadis.

Speakers include:

Chair – Vivian Ronald – Technical Director, Arcadis

Graham Grant – Director of Planning, Active Travel England

Rachel Toms – Director of Urbanism, Sustrans

Rupert Furness – Deputy Director for Active Travel, Department for Transport

Sefinat Otaru – Development Project Manager, Cross River Partnership

Kate Morris – Head of Transport Planning, Leeds City Council

Real Estate Is Fixed. Its Time It Was Broken.

The landscape in real estate has experienced seismic shifts in recent years, with the world, market and stakeholders expectations changing. This session will look to challenge the existing paradigms of “how things have been done” to share a new perspective for unlocking better returns across commercial real estate.

Sponsored by Quarterback.

Speakers include:

Chair: Jessica Middleton-Pugh – Editor, React News

Philip Nell – Director of Property and Investment, Birmingham City Council

Jim Garvey – Co-Founder & CEO, Quarterback

Sally Duggleby – Vice President of Capital Deployment & Leasing, Prologis

Heather Topel – Director of Development, Grosvenor

Enrico Sanna – CEO, The Office Group

Doncaster: The Location For Business

Think you know Doncaster? As the newest city in the North of England, we are not afraid to do things differently. We are ambitious, forward thinking and passionate about our place. Our aspirations are high, but our opportunities are vast. We have the location, connectivity, people and a prime investment portfolio. Come and hear why Doncaster is THE place to do business, and how you can share our mission to enable thriving people, places and planet.  Together we can realise trailblazing opportunities that are simply hard to beat.

Sponsored by City of Doncaster Council.

Ros Jones – Mayor, Doncaster City Council

Tariq Shah – Director, Vigo Group

Helen McLoughlin – Development Director, Waystone

Damien Allen – Chief Executive, City of Doncaster Council

Jason Stowe – Managing Director, Wilton Developments

Key Cities Leaders Reception in Partnership with UKREiiF

Leadership from across the UK Key Cities Network discuss their organisation’s key missions for the next 12 months and make themselves available for networking.

This event is invite only.

To register interest in attending contact: matt.christie@built-environment-networking.com

Speakers include:

Chair: John Searle – Strategic Director of Place, Salford City Council

Cllr George Duggins – Leader, Coventry City Council

Cllr Susan Hinchcliffe – Leader, City of Bradford Council

Nick Gerrard – Growth and Prosperity Programme Director, Blackpool Council

Cllr Caroline Jackson – Leader, Lancaster City Council

Adrian Phillips – Chief Executive, Preston City Council

Cllr Shabir Pandor – Leader, Kirklees Council

Cllr Lorna Fielker – Deputy Leader, Southampton City Council

Ros Jones – Mayor, Doncaster City Council

Fahmida Nisa – UKREiiF Host, Built Environment Networking

Cllr Martin Terry – Deputy Leader, Southend-on-Sea City Council

Cllr Graeme Miller – Leader, Sunderland City Council

New is Good, But Old is Better – Why Retrofit is Fundamental to Achieving Net Zero

With climate change arguably the greatest challenge the real estate industry faces, this panel looks to address the issue of reuse and retrofitting buildings – to hear why it’s not valued to same as new-build, and how reuse and retrofit is actually key to achieving net zero.

Sponsored by Heyne Tillet Steel.

Speakers include:

Chair – David Miller – Associate Director, Heyne Tillett Steel

Matt Weaver – Vice President, Fabrix

Professor Sadie Morgan OBE – Commissioner, National Infrastructure Commission

Basil Demeroutis – Managing Partner, FORE Partnership

Becca Heron – Strategic Director for Growth and Development, Manchester City Council

David Smith-Milne – Founder and CEO, Place Capital Group

Cheryl Hiles – Director of Energy Capital, West Midlands Combined Authority

Aisling McNulty – Development Director, Bruntwood

Sustainability on the High Street

In the face of ongoing economic uncertainty and increasing demand for services, how can industry better collaborate to deliver long-term, sustainable solutions which reinvigorate tired high streets to create new definitions of ‘place’? This session shares ideas from a several sector leaders.

Sponsored by Kier Construction.

Speakers include:

Louisa Finlay – Chief People Officer, Kier Construction

Pat Ritchie CBE – Chair, Government Property Agency

Mark Robinson – Chair, High Streets Task Force

Rebeca Guzman Vidal – Group Head of Retail Strategy, Chelsfield

Lucy Wilkins – Deputy Director, Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities

Mike Green – Chief Executive, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

Delivering Infrastructure in Partnership

The Integrated Rail Plan for the North and Midlands, published November 2021, committed £96bn to rail infrastructure. The region believes it’s vital this investment is made to improve productivity and economic growth. This roundtable will look to drive forward progress with key regional and national leaders.

This event is invite only.

To register an interest in attending contact: matt.christie@built-environment-networking.com 

Delivering Better Housing, Faster

Is the UK doing enough to tackle chronic housing shortages? What sort of residential development is needed to create inclusive and vibrant communities? How can it be delivered a practicable and sustainable manner? This session brings together policy voices and development experts to outline the size and scope of the task ahead.

Sponsored by Greystar.

Speakers include:

Chair: Mark Allnutt – Executive Director – Europe, Greystar

Ben Barbanel – Head of Debt Finance, OakNorth

Geeta Nanda – Chair, G15

Matt Chandler – Managing Director, Godwin Developments

Kerry Bollington – Head of Housing Growth and Delivery, Sheffield City Council

Alison Crofton – National Development Director, Homes England

Research Report Launch – UK Business Council for Sustainable Development

The UKBCSD team will launch an insightful and industry leading report – more details to be shared shortly.

Rethinking Regen: How Can We Deliver for Our Communities?

Several businesses have embarked on a research initiative exploring the positive outcomes successful regeneration schemes can achieve. This session will explore the findings and look at how UK cities are approaching regeneration to empower their local economies.

Sponsored by Trowers & Hamlins LLP.

Economies of Culture and Sport: Analysing Impact and Opportunities of Creative and Recreation Industry Investment and Development

Britain is renowned globally as a home for sport, film, music, arts and heritage. This session explores how the built environment can collaborate with creative and sporting sectors to deliver world class placemaking projects across the UK and how these schemes can be a catalyst for inclusive growth.

Sponsored by Planit-IE.

Speakers include:

Cllr Ian Ward – Leader, Birmingham City Council

Steve Harrington – Planning Director, Regal London

Shanaz Gulzar – Creative Director, Bradford 2025

John Alexander – Leader, Dundee City Council

Gretta Starks – Head of Regeneration, Rider Levett Bucknall

Sustainable Building in Industrial and Logistics – Has the Green Premium Materialised?

As the need for green assets increases, who should pay for making buildings sustainable? Modern and sustainable buildings in the sector accounted for close to 90% of leasing transactions in 2022 – join exports who’ll discuss green premiums, brown discounts and what to expect next from the sector.

Speakers include:

Peter Henry – Director of Sustainability, Harworth Group

Focus on Liverpool: Opportunities for Investment and Partnership

Liverpool has a thriving innovation district, centred on the Knowledge Quarter, and which is occupied by a range of organisations spanning medical research to music.  This session explores how can the city further support the growth of its existing and also its newest companies to enable it to forge ahead with developing its knowledge economy?

Chair: Chris Sood-Nicholls – Managing Director, Regional Regeneration, Commercial Banking, Lloyds Banking Group

Young Voices + Shaping Places

Young people want to have a voice in shaping the places around them and yet are one of the most under-represented groups in planning – even in the areas with a higher proportion of them such as universities and colleges. Why is that? This session explores how we can highlight the power young people have in the future of place, economic funding and collaboration across the industry.

Speakers include:

Lauryn Brown – Growth Marketing Manager, Commonplace

Rachel Arthur – Chartered Electrical Engineer, Mott MacDonald

Catriona Stamper – Graduate Transport Planner, Mott MacDonald

Laetitia Lucy – Senior Consultant, ARUP

Safety First

An interactive session exploring how the industry can embrace the Building Safety Act.

Earls Court Development Company Session: How Development is Responding to the Climate Emergency

From trialling emerging green technology and innovation solutions to changing habits within building techniques, materials and approaches. This session looks at how net zero can feed into and complement the growth agenda, delivering investment, new skills and jobs – whilst looking how ECDC are already leading ambitious plans to go beyond net zero – through the use of energy networks, biodiversity and regenerative materials.

Sponsored by Earls Court Development Company.

Picking Up The Pace – Green Transition, Finance and Innovation

High level industry leaders discuss the state of play with the global green transition and whether we’re on target for the 2050 net zero goal.

Shaping Devolution – £1bn an East Midlands Opportunity

Your opportunity to discuss and shape the newest and largest combined authority devolution deal and what this will bring to investors and developers. This is your chance to participate in an interactive and engaging session on how the East Midlands can best leverage £38m per year over 30 years.

Sponsored by D2N2 LEP.

Speakers include

Sir Chris Harworth – Chairman, East Midlands Development Corporation

Lancashire – Opportunities Showcase

Taking place on The Newsroom – dedicated to showcasing investment, development and regeneration opportunities – this session will hear from regional stakeholders on the opportunities in Lancashire.

Sponsored by Invest in Lancashire.

MRI Software Session

An exciting session will be put on by our event partner who will share details shortly on the session.

Sponsored by MRI Software.

Scaling up the Western Gateway

Innovative, sustainable and ambitious, where could South Wales and Western England could be in the next 50 years. Find out how the area is planning for the future and how the rest of the UK can benefit.

Climate & Smart Cities – Creating Thriving Places

To raise awareness of the Climate Smart Cities programme to generate thriving places for nature and people. Linked to the Mayoral priorities of Project 1000, Net Zero transition. Tackling the structural deficit in social housing provision, role of MMC, navigating competing priorities, generating evergreen funding.  The role of digital twins and technology to enable integrated decision making and enable credible investment and financing.

Speakers include:

Chair: Zoe Metcalfe – Client Director, Atkins

Shaping the Cities of Tomorrow: Emerging Leaders Debate

As the world continues to evolve, so do our cities and the way we live and work. This private debate will explore the future of cities and the role that sustainability, the environment and our changing use of buildings and transport systems will play in shaping that future.

Sponsored by Bidwells

This event is invite only.

Speakers include:

Chair: Professor Greg Clark – Chair, Connected Places Catapult

Lisa Bulmer – Associate, Natural Capital, Bidwells

Jonathan Wright – Partner Commercial Building Surveying, Bidwells

Yogita Popat – Assistant Director of Sustainability, London Borough of Barnet

Rob Beatson – Partner, Business Space Agency, Bidwells

Billy Palmer – Principle Planner, Bidwells

Gary Neville: Business Thought Leadership With Q&A Session

This exclusive event goes into the mindset of one of England’s leading figures – following a successful career at Manchester United, Gary Neville is now a hugely successful businessman as well as being a leading public figure. Gary will be sharing a presentation and giving insight into his success, with open Q&A.

This event is strictly invite only.

Speakers include:

Gary Neville – Director, Zerum and Mosodi

Tackling The Energy Crisis – Delivering Regen with Clean, Green Solutions

Striking the balance between supply and sustainability while supporting major development is proving to be one of the UK’s most pressing issues. This session explores the key challenges for keeping the nations lights on, generating clean, affordable energy in the short, medium and long term and how regeneration schemes will adapt in the coming years.

Speakers include:

Mark Burrows – Head of Europe for Capital Formation and Investor Engagement, Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners

Myles Kitcher – Managing Director, Peel NRE

Chris Lovatt – Chief Operating Officer – UK Solutions, E.ON

Georgina Penfold – Director, Inspired Energy

Katherine Bennett CBE – Chair, Western Gateway

Legacy After Completion – A Focus on Direct Delivery

A wave of direct delivery from Local Authorities, working in partnership with the private sector, has resulted in schemes being delivered across the country. Far from being a quick fix, these homes represent a response to the housing crisis and commitment to local communities – so what will be the legacy of these schemes after completion?

Speakers include:

Hannah Noble – Director for Public Sector Residential Development, JLL

Kate Ives – Strategic Growth Director, Countryside

David Lunts – Chief Executive Officer, Old Oak & Park Royal Development Corporation

Barbara Richarson – Managing Director, Square Roots

Affordable Housing in Leeds – Doubling Delivery by 2030

In 2022 Leeds delivered more affordable homes than any other core city, yet we know there is more to do. This event looks at how we will deliver on the ambitions set out in Leeds City Council’s Affordable Housing Growth Action Plan.

Venue: Department Leeds Dock, 4 The Boulevard, Leeds LS10 1PZ

To register interest in attending contact: christopher.brown@leeds.gov.uk

We Have Set Our Net Zero Targets, Now How the Hell Do We Get There?

We’ve set our net zero carbon targets and pathways but the real challenge now is how to turn our ambitions into reality. Join this cross-industry panel discussion and learn from the experiences of a portfolio investor, a real estate owner and a local authority who have all set themselves challenging net zero carbon targets as they transition from initial intent to delivery and achievement. Panel Chair, Robin Pritchett will also provide insight into Cundall’s own process, the lessons learnt from working with clients and what success can look like.

Sponsored by Cundall.

Speakers include:

Paul Stewart – Head of Property, Newcastle City Council

Taking Offsite and MMC Mainstream – Now or Never, Why and How

The UK’s built environment sector has a hot and cold relationship with MMC. Challenges around practicality, cost, scalability and quality persist, yet offsite construction remains a key pillar within national delivery policy. This session coalesces voices from different areas of the debate in the hope of giving clarity and direction going forward.

Sponsored by BoKlok.

Speakers include:

Fergus Harradence – Deputy Director – Infrastructure & Construction, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy

Victoria Hills – Chief Executive, Royal Town Planning Institute

Dr Paul Hampton – Head of Department – Built Environment, University of Wolverhampton

Gaynor Tennant – Chair, Offsite Alliance

Mark Farmer – UK Government Champion for MMC, Cast Consulting

Building Sustainable Communities and Creating Value

Sir Robert McAlpine and South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust share lessons from our Springfield Village project. Hear stories about how the NHS Trust set out a vision to generate capital for new hospital buildings from its underused site by putting mental health at the heart of a new residential community and how Sir Robert McAlpine development and construction partners brought that vision to life.

Standing Out in the Crowd – Unlocking the Untapped Potential of UK Hidden Gems

The spirit of UKREiiF is defined by giving different places – no matter size or resource- the opportunity to connect with investment or talk about how they’re approaching regeneration differently. This session discusses the challenges of competing with major metropolitan locations and whether the current approach to levelling up works for them.

This session is available to sponsor.

Speakers include:

Michelle Sacks – Deputy Chief Executive, Boston Borough Council

Alan Denby – Director Pride of Place, Torbay Council

Karen Hirst – Managing Director, Maple Grove Developments

Jonathan Martin – Director of Inward Investment, London Borough of Waltham Forest

Pooja Agrawal – Chief Executive Officer, Public Practice

Investing in Tech Businesses

The tech sector is one of the UK’s largest sectors by GVA and is growing at a higher rate than any other. The UK government has recently signalled its own acknowledgement of the importance of Tech, through the formation of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, the panel will be discussing why investing in Tech businesses is so critical.

Speakers include:

Chair: Steve Harris – National Head of Tech, Lloyds Bank

Eve Roodhouse – Chief Officer for Culture and Economy, Leeds City Council

Kirsty Rutter – Group Strategic Investment Director, Lloyds Bank

Is Everything You Thought About Consultation Wrong?

Consultation and engagement is crucial but often overlooked – but it’s fundamental to delivering schemes on time and on budget. Are common approaches resulting in delays, failures and frustrations? This session will feature a new report from Counter Context testing long-standing assumptions on dos and don’ts.

Sponsored by Counter Context.

Stockport – Regional Showcase

Taking place on The Cinema Stage – dedicated to showcasing investment, development and regeneration opportunities – this session will hear from regional stakeholders on the opportunities in Stockport.

Sponsored by Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council.

Designing From District to Doorknob – The Realities of Delivering Net Zero at Every Level

Designing and delivering Net Zero is no longer a choice, it’s a necessity. Success relies on many things from collaboration, holistic approaches and behavioural changes, all of which will be explored as we look at the challenges we face, the potential solutions and how we can make things happen….quickly!

Sponsored by Civic Engineers.

Jessica Dialdas – Senior Development Manager, Stories

Western Gateway Leaders Drinks Reception

Join the decision makers from across the Western Gateway for informal networking and drinks to round off day two of UKREiiF.

A Celebration of the David Oluwale Bridge: “A Bridge To Sunshine, Happiness and Hope”

A stunning new bridge has been opened in Leeds to honour the legacy of a man who died after being racially harassed – and during this hour we bridge together those who championed his legacy and helped bring the bridge forward – followed by music and Mocktails.

39 Essex Chambers Drinks Reception

39 Essex Chambers – a leading Planning, Environmental, Construction and Property set, comprising of leading barristers who’ve been involved in some of  the biggest and most significant Real Estate and Infrastructure projects in the UK host an afternoon fringe with refreshments.

Venue: Water Lane Boathouse, Canal Wharf, Holbeck, Leeds LS11 5PS

To request to attend this event click here

Sir Robert McAlpine VIP Drinks Reception

The UK Business Council for Sustainable Development’s Pavilion will round off day two with an informal drinks and networking session.

For more details email: laura.mckinney@srm.com

Addressing Affordable Housing Challenges

A significant undersupply of good quality affordable housing continues to be a major challenge across the UK. This session will draw upon JLL research to explore the barriers to new development for traditional providers, competing priorities and the opportunity for significant investment into the affordable housing space.

Speakers include:

Richard Petty – Valuation Advisory for Head of UK Living, JLL

Drinks with Lambert Smith Hampton and Connells Group

Join Lambert Smith Hampton and Connells Group for Food and Drink after day two of UKREiiF.

Venue: Lost & Found, Albion Place, LS1 6JL

To register visit: https://r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/14MT-13RN/food-and-drinks-with-lambert-smith-hampton-connells-group?pfredir=1

Lichfields Heritage-Led Regeneration Tour

Join Lichfields for an enjoyable and stimulating walking tour at UKREiiF – starting at the Royal Armouries and exploring how successful regeneration continues to transform the area – with the tour heading to the historic Adelphi Leeds pub to wrap up with refreshments and networking.

Venue: Start at Royal Armouries.

To request to attend this event click here

How is UK Investment Influenced by Net-Zero?

Turner & Townsend is hosting an exciting panel debate exploring the impact of UK investment on real estate and infrastructure, and examining how the transition to net-zero is creating a stronger and more resilient economy.

Venue: The Hilton, Neville Street, Leeds, LS1 4BX Date: 17th May from 16:30-19:00

Register your interest in attending by emailing: leedsrsvps@turntown.co.uk

Speakers include:

Chair: Lucy Howard – Head of UK Infrastructure Markets, Turner and Townsend

Ben Still – Managing Director, West Yorkshire Combined Authority

Angela Barnicle – Chief Officer for Asset Management and Regeneration, Leeds City Council

Steve Lomas – Managing Director, UK Infrastructure Bank

Anna Strongman – Chief Executive Officer – Development, University of Oxford

Ben Brinded – Head of Investment, The Crown Estate

Inaugural Meeting of the 'Government Property Forum' in Partnership With UKREiiF

A unique opportunity to engage with property professionals at the highest level of government, the ‘Government Property Forum’ will allow leaders in the property industry to build relationships and debate important issues with senior civil servants. This forum will be a place for developers, landowners, and workspace providers in the private sector to meet with the Government Chief Property Officer for an informal discussion of shared challenges and opportunities. The Office of Government Property provides leadership and strategic direction for the full public estate, comprising more than 130,000 built assets across the nations. The new Government Property Strategy set out ambitions to transform places and services; to create an estate that is smaller, better and greener; which is managed in a professional and increasingly commercial way.

Please contact kevin.maccallum@cabinetoffice.gov.uk to express an interest in attending.

Craft Ale and Cocktails at Troup Bywaters + Anders Drinks Reception

Join Troup Bywaters + Anders at SALT Leeds City taproom for a light bite with local craft ales, cocktails or something softer to set you up for the evening ahead.

Venue: 27-26 East Parade, Leeds, LS1 4GJ

To reserve you place, visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/craft-ale-cocktails-at-troup-bywaters-anders-drinks-reception-tickets-530642976427

The Embodied Carbon Conundrum – Radical Ideas to Tackle the Climate Crisis with the LDN Collective + Group Ginger + Zero Next

Explore Group Ginger, Zero Next and the LDN Collective’s specially curated UKREiiF exhibition, participate in a fun, interactive pub style quiz and hear from an extra special VIP speaker to wind down at the end of day two.

Location: Ginger Works, 42a Park Place, Leeds, LS12RY

To register interest in attending contact: hello@ldn-collective.com

A Taste of LandTech @ Trinity Kitchen

Wind down and get to know the team at LandTech over the finest street food in Leeds, complimentary drinks and live entertainment.

Venue: Trinity Kitchen, 27 Albion St, Leeds, LS1 5ER

For further details and booking please click here.

Authentic Ale and Networking at Tetley Brewery’s Original Flagship Pub

You’re invited to join Lichfields for an evening of authentic ale and refreshing networking drinks! Whether you’re an ale aficionado or just looking to unwind after a long day, come mingle with like-minded professionals. We look forward to seeing you there!

Venue: The Adelphi, Leeds, LS10 1JQ

To register you interest in attending click here

Caddick Group and Moda Presents Fringe Party 2023

With live music, a DJ, food trucks, cocktails and IPA’s – join the teams at Caddick Group and Moda for their annual UKREiiF party.

Venue: Moda, New York Square, SOYO Leeds, LS2 7BT

This event is invite only.

Drinks and Nibbles with Willmott Dixon

Join the Willmott Dixon team as they host a fringe event – a great networking opportunity to end proceedings on day two of UKREiiF.

Venue: Green Room – Terrace, 36 Wellington Street, Leeds, LS1 2DE

To register visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/willmott-dixon-ukreiif-fringe-event-2023-tickets-594594908377

Games, Live Music and Food at The Tetley with Rhodar

Join the Rhodar team at The Tetley – surrounded by Vastint’s amazing Aire Park project – for an entertaining evening of games, Live Music and great food to round off day two of UKREiiF.

Enjoy free to enter games to spark some friendly competition, and a free drink on entry! Will we see your name on the leader boards?

Venue: The Tetley, Hunslet Rd, Leeds, LS10 1JQ

To register visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/547722692317

Wakefield: Open for Business and Ready for Growth – Investor Drinks & Dinner

Join Spawforths & Wakefield Council, along with private sector partners, to discuss the attractive investment opportunities available in Wakefield.

Venue: Grand Pacific at The Queens Hotel, City Square, Leeds, LS1 1PJ

To register interest in attending contact: laura.young@spawforths.co.uk

RLB Roxy’s Ballroom

Join RLB at Roxy’s Ballroom, where we’ll have an evening of networking and activities for those that wish to participate.

Activities include shuffleboard, table tennis and pool. Refreshments will be available.

Venue: Roxy’s Ballroom, 58 Boar Lane, Leeds LS1 6HW

To register your interest in attending visit: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/VYZ8RS6

Regeneration and the Next UK City of Culture – with UKBCSD, Bradford2025 and More

Venue: No. 3, Sheaf Street, Leeds, LS10 1HD

To express an interest in attending contact: bev.foster@bradford.gov.uk

Calfordseaden Dinner

The team at Calfordseaden are hosting an invite only dinner to end proceedings on day two of UKREiiF.

Venue: Ambiente Restaurant 36-38 The Calls, Leeds LS2 7EW

To express interest in attending, please contact events@calfordseaden.com

Yoga with Stantec

At Stantec, we build healthy, equitable and sustainable communities that not only promote the physical health benefits associated with active travel, but also mental health benefits of keeping people connected – with their families, social activities and life opportunities.

Wellbeing is at the heart of our company culture, and we would like to invite you to join us for some gentle yoga before the start of a busy conference day.

Venue: Yoga Hero, The Boulevard, Leeds Dock, LS10 1PZ

RSVP to danielle.shaw@stantec.com

Women in Property Breakfast – Vastint Aire Park Site Study

Join this Women in Property breakfast event – with a presentation from the developers Vastint and the architectural team at their game-changing Aire Park project, with breakfast and a site visit, all in walking distance from the main UKREiiF event.

Venue: The Tetley, Hunslet Road, Leeds, LS10 1JQ

To register visit: https://www.womeninproperty.org.uk/events/2023/cpd-accredited-ukreiif-fringe-event-breakfast-and-vastint-aire-park-site-study/

Enjoy a Coffee on Stantec

At Stantec we care about and support communities, because they are our communities too. We are teaming up with local business North Star Coffee throughout the conference to help you recharge during a busy conference day. Visit North Star Coffee on your way to the event or between sessions and show your event badge to receive your free coffee.

Venue: North Star Coffee, The Boulevard, Leeds Dock, LS10 1PZ

Building Female: Champions of Change

Kickstart the final day of UKREiiF with a breakfast networking event hosted by Building Female – with a panel of inspiring property professionals who champion change and promote greater inclusivity across all aspects of the built environment.

Venue: Department Leeds Dock, 4 The Boulevard, Leeds LS10 1PZ

To register contact: buildingfemaleleeds@gmail.com

Sustainable Cities – Investible, Place Based and Community Driven

Delegates are joined by public sector leaders, developers, investors and community interest groups to discuss delivering sustainable bespoke solutions that suit individual towns and cities rather than a one size fits all template.

Speakers include:

Cllr Susan Hinchcliffe – Leader, City of Bradford Council

Glasgow: The Feminist City

This session showcases how Glasgow aims to become the first ‘Feminist City’. Some needs are gendered and the way cities are currently designs, some women and non-binary people feel they don’t cater for them. This looks into the potential future city – more street lighting, walkability, public services and more.

UKREiiF Charity Cycle Sportive; In Aid of Yorkshire Children's Charity

Yorkshire is a great place to work, lice and excercise with some of the world’s most famous scenery. To celebrate this, the inaugural UKREiiF Charity Cycle Ride will take riders to some of these breathtaking sites on the best roads and through challenging climbs whilst raising money for the chosen charity – Yorkshire Children’s Charity. 100% of entry fees and donations go towards this cause, which has a clear mission to ensure no child or young person is left behind due to ill health, disability or financial circumstances.

Register here: https://ridethestruggle.com/products/ukreiif-sportif

Scottish Cities Alliance – National Opportunity Showcase

Taking place on The Cinema Stage – dedicated to showcasing investment, development and regeneration opportunities – this session will hear from regional stakeholders on the opportunities in Scotland region.

Sponsored by Scottish Cities Alliance.

Delivering Digital Britain – Connecting the UK to the World and Creating a More Inclusive Society

The turn of the 2020’s has accelerated the need for reliable, world class, accessible digital infrastructure for both business and people. This session explores the next generation of requirements to grow the economy and leave no one behind.

Speakers include:

Paul Lewis – Director of European Data Centres, Principal Asset Management

Anne McLister – Head of Digital Economy, Glasgow City Council

Tony Doyle – Head of Digital and IT Futures, Blackpool Council

North Yorkshire Session

With a population of more than 800,000 people and a GVA of over £20bn, York and North Yorkshire offers enormous potential, with growing bioeconomy and agri-tech sectors, a flourishing tourism industry, and major investments in clean energy. Follow the 2022 devolution deal we look at what’s next for the region.

Speakers include:

Chris Davidson – Associate Director (Major Projects), Harworth Group

Focus on Birmingham: Harnessing the Power of Regional Economies

Birmingham is a world class, internationally-significant economy, underpinned by the UK’s youngest and most diverse population. A thriving City specialising in a mix of strong industry sectors in finance, life sciences, digital, automotive and aerospace making it more resilient to boom and bust. This session will explore how we harness our collective power to attract, develop and sustain a strong Regional Economy.

Speakers include:

Chair: Andrew Connors – Head of Sector and Region, Lloyds Banking Group

Nicola Turner MBE – Director of Legacy, United By 2022 Legacy Charity

Deborah Cadman OBE – Chief Executive, Birmingham City Council

Beyond North vs South: Making Levelling Up Work for Everyone

Is the current approach to levelling up sensible and productive? How can partnerships remove dependency from party political policy when it comes to delivering economic growth initiatives? Join a range of public and private sector leaders across the north and south divide to discuss solutions to making regional investment, nationally beneficial.

Sponsored by L&Q.

Speakers include:

Chair: Fiona Fletcher-Smith – CEO, L&Q

Darren Rodwell – Leader, London Borough of Barking and Dagenham

Daljit Sandhu – Co-Founder and COO, Precede Capital

Steven Boyd MBE – Chief Executive, Government Property Agency

Tracy Harrison – Chief Executive, Northern Housing Consortium

Tom Riordan – Chief Executive, Leeds City Council

Weston Williamson Session

An exciting session will be put on by our event partner who will share details shortly on the session.

Sponsored by Weston Williamson

Innovation and Tech Districts – Designing and Delivering Catalysts for Investment and Economic Growth

A high-level session exploring how different areas of the UK are bringing together research around emerging sectors, investment and development to deliver high growth economic hotspots which create jobs and industries of tomorrow.

Sponsored by Plus X.

Speakers include:

Chair: Jen Hartley – Director, Invest Newcastle

Mat Hunter – Co-Founder and CEO, Plus X

Richard Lawrence – Director of Regeneration, City of Wolverhampton Council

Esther Croft – Development Director, Reef Group

Richard Caborn – Chair, Sheffield Legacy Park

Deb Hetherington – Head Of Innovation, Bruntwood

Carol Squires – Head of Employment, Skills and Development, Croydon Council

Creating Rural Powerhouses

UK government is committing an initial round of funding worth £110m- with more to follow- to unlock regeneration and infrastructure in rural places as it looks to revitalise non-urban economies. This session explores some of the most exciting ideas taking hold across the country while giving attention to the intricacies face when bringing forward projects.

Sponsored by Openreach.

Speakers include:

Chair: Matt Bateman – Director, Infrastructure Development, Openreach

Tarah Gear – Director, Milligan

Dorian Beresford – Chief Development Officer, EcoBos

Jane Meek – Corporate Director of Economic Development, Carlisle City Council

Peter Bachmann – Managing Director Sustainable Infrastructure, Gresham House

Lee Davies – Deputy Director for Rural and Place, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)

Mission Zero – Exploring the UK’s Progress to a Sustainable Future

Delegates are joined by the Author of the independent review of Net Zero for an interactive, introspective session.

Speakers include:

Chris Skidmore MP – Member of Parliament and Former Education and Energy Minister, UK Government

Implementing Nature and Biodiversity into Real Estate

Drawing upon examples of nature and biodiversity in action, this session will explore the value of integrating nature into developments and the opportunities it delivers.

Speakers include:

Amanda Skeldon – Climate & Nature Director, JLL

Laura Percy – Development Director, U+I

Breakfast and Drinks: Exploring Why You Should be Doing Business in the Western Gateway

Meet business leaders from across South Wales and Western England to find out why you should be doing business in the Western Gateway. Informal, meet and greet opportunity with coffee and breakfast served.

Speakers include:

Lhosa Daly – Director for Wales, National Trust Cymru

Single Family Rental – Breaking the Housebuilder Mentality

From the outside, single family home neighbourhoods could pass as a traditional housebuilder product. But with developer operators delivering products as long term income generators rather than one off sales, what does this mean for the houses they’re building, the mentality behind their design and how does this impact investment strategies behind the emerging model?

Social Outcomes Within an LGBTQ+ Context

We look at the planning and design of urban public space within an LGBTQ+ context and what we can learn for future developments.

Looking at the ‘G’ in ESG

What is the current governance driving ESG? And, what more needs to be done? We discuss if the new Department for Net Zero, legislations, certification routes, and carbon regulations are enough to deliver a sustainable future.

Speakers include:

Annabel Clark – Senior Sustainability Consultant, Faithful + Gould

The Future of Neighbourhood Regeneration

A major priority for Leeds is the regeneration of some of the country’s most socio-economically deprived neighbourhoods. Drawing on best practice from across the UK, this discussion will consider the future of ‘neighbourhood’ regeneration and the challenges, opportunities and collaborations required to unlock growth.

Venue: Department Leeds Dock, 4 The Boulevard, Leeds LS10 1PZ

To register interest in attending contact: christopher.brown@leeds.gov.uk

Does Mixed Tenure Unlock Inclusive Communities

This session looked at mixed tenure within the residential sector – looking at the solutions for the current housing crisis but also the way that people want to live today.

Lendlease Session

An exciting session will be put on by our event partner who will share details shortly on the session.

Sponsored by Lendlease.

Transformational Opportunities to Deliver Clean Growth at the Heart of the South West

Join leaders from Plymouth, Devon, Torbay, Exeter and Somerset’s investment and regeneration eco-system and they launch a multitude of major development opportunities while also contextualising ‘levelling up’ within their region.

Sponsored by Heart of South West LEP.

Speakers include:

David Ralph – Chief Executive, Heart of the South West LEP

Fahmida Nisa – UKREiiF Host, Built Environment Networking

Tom Curtis – Chief Executive Officer, Gravity

The Role of Universities in Driving Economic Regeneration

Universities are at the centre of local economic growth – attracting thousands of people into the region, thus creating the skilled workers the region needs to support and attract new businesses. This session will look at Universities who’re bringing forward major projects and development plans to further enhance the local communities and regions that they support and how their partnerships are reducing brain-drain.

Speakers include:

Chris Skidmore MP – Member of Parliament and Former Education and Energy Minister, UK Government

Peter Ward – Director of Real Estate Development, King’s College London

Helen Donnellan – Director, Midlands Enterprise Universities

What’s Next for Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEP)?

Join our local LEP leaders to discuss their ambitions in supporting businesses at all stages and developing growth in their regions. This session discusses current and future priorities in creating regions that work for all following the transition to Shared Prosperity Funding and how to deliver maximum benefit through collaboration.

Speakers include:

Chair: Rebekah Taitt – Regional Development Director, Lloyds Banking Group

Mark Roberts – Chair, Leeds City Region LEP

Siobhan McArdle – Chair, Tees Valley LEP

James Farrar – Chief Operating Officer , York and North Yorkshire LEP

Pat Ritchie CBE – Chair, Government Property Agency

The Value of Community: How Technology Can Increase Engagement for Landlords

Using tech, landlords can effectively communicate with tenants, provide better services, and promote a sense of community in their properties. Join us for a session featuring landlords from different sectors, and find out how they have used technology to drive up tenant engagement, build strong communities and crucially, why community building is so important for their business.

Sponsored by Equiem.

Speakers include:

Chair: Ben Harris – Head of Business Development – Europe, Equiem

Lydia Eustace – Director, Moda Living

Neil Williams – Chief Digital and Technology Officer, Government Property Agency

To ESG or Not To ESG? – What is the Built Environment Doing and What Can It Do Better?

Everything from planning to procurement is being impacted by ESG considerations with the topic set to dominate built environment sector agenda increasingly in the years to come. This session dissects what good ESG principles look like through live examples while also focusing the industries mind on avoiding cutting corners.

Sponsored by Lambert Smith Hampton.

Speakers include:

Chair: Liz Hamson – Editor-in-Chief, BE News

Alex Notay – Placemaking and Investment Director, PfP Capital

Elisabetta Li Destri Nicosia – Sustainability and ESG Director, Amro Partners

Debbie Whitfield – Director of Impact, Fabrix

Federico Montella – Head of ESG & Sustainability, Lambert Smith Hampton

Daljit Sandhu – Co-Founder and COO, Precede Capital

The UK as an Investible Proposition – Emerging Sectors in Need of Built Environment Support

From space to biosciences, Agri-tech to manufacturing, the demands for new types of property and infrastructure are being presented to investors and developers constantly. This session explores how the built environment ecosystem can support growth within innovative and technologically focused industry.

Sponsored by AA Projects

Speakers include:

Angela Barnicle – Chief Officer for Asset Management and Regeneration, Leeds City Council

Devrim Celal – Deputy Chair, Thames Estuary Growth Board

Robin Presswood – Executive Director of City Development, Dundee City Council

Inclusive Design

This session brings together a number of urban design leaders to explore how we can make our communities and buildings inclusive for all, and the benefits this creates for the wider economy.

Bradford Council City of Culture 2025 – Harnessing the Power of Culture

Join the team from Bradford Council as they unveil key details of activity that will mark their turn as City of Culture in 2025.

Speakers include:

Shanaz Gulzar – Creative Director, Bradford 2025

Dan Bates – Executive Director, Bradford 2025

Look Ahead Lunch – The Next 12 months

Join the Western Gateway team and other delegates to set out ambitions for the year ahead.

Node Technologies Session

An exciting session will be put on by our event partner who will share details shortly on the session.

Sponsored by Node Technologies

Octopus Zero Bills: Building the New Standard

What if someone told you that you could build green homes with no energy bills? Enter Zero Bills: the world-first smart proposition by Octopus Energy. For newbuild homes kitted out with green energy technology – including solar PV, home battery, and heat pump – we’ll give residents no energy bills for five years, guaranteed.

Sponsored by Octopus Energy.

Michael Cottrell – Global Product & Partnership Director, Octopus Energy

Elizabeth Froude – Chief Executive, Platform Housing Group

Chris Sood-Nicholls – Managing Director, Regional Regeneration, Commercial Banking, Lloyds Banking Group

Aberdeen – Energy Transition Showcase

Aberdeen has a plethora of opportunities for investors, developers and other interested firms in the clean energy and infrastructure sectors. Come and hear about them and the opportunities in Aberdeen.

Sponsored by Invest Aberdeen.

Speakers include:

Chair: Fahmida Nisa – UKREiiF Host, Built Environment Networking

Jim Johnstone – Service Manager for City Growth, Aberdeen City Council

Neil Young – Land and Planning Director, Energy Transition Zone

Stephen Sheal – Head of External Relations, Net Zero Technology Centre

Transport Schemes – Making the Business Case

How does your organisation or company make the business case for a transport scheme, or example, in and around train stations or in a transport corridor?  With decades of experience under its belt, Atkins discusses with a panel of investors and interested parties the issues and challenges, including land value capture and various economic, social and environmental factors.

UK Property, Construction and Infrastructure Sector – The Year Ahead

UKREiiF’s programme is wrapped up with a high-level, free-thinking discussion on what the main challenges and opportunities will be for the built environment ecosystem over the next 12 months.

Sponsored by MEPC.

Speakers include:

Nick Smallwood – Chief Executive, Infrastructure and Projects Authority

Melanie Leech CBE – Chief Executive, British Property Federation

Andrew Ferguson – Executive Director of Property, LCR

Leighton More – Chief Financial Officer, Sir Robert McAlpine

Katerina Papavasileiou – Associate Director – Real Estate ESG and Responsibility, Federated Hermes

Paul Pavia – Head of Development, MEPC

Supercharging the UK’s Industrial Strategy – Using Science and Innovation for Good Growth

Remaining at the forefront of emerging sectors is paramount to delivering a prosperous future. Delegates are joined by a very special guest and a high level panel to share insights into what can be done to create jobs and vibrant places across Britain.

Sponsored by Arcadis.

Speakers include:

Chi Onwurah MP – Shadow Minister for Industrial Strategy, Labour Party

Richard Henry – Leader, Stevenage Borough Council

Kasia Averall – Head of Cluster Development, Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult

Government Property Strategy in Action

The new Government Property Strategy includes some eye-catching claims, perhaps none more so than a commitment to dispose of £2bn in built assets over the next 3 years. This panel brings together the most senior voices in Government Property to discuss how they’re going to achieve that target, and the opportunities it will bring to the sector.

Sponsored by WSP.

Speakers include:

Peter Freeman – Chair, Homes England

Ellen Vernon – One Public Estate Director, Local Government Association

Simon Corben – Director and Head of Property Profession, NHS England

Lara Newman – Chief Executive, LocatED

Neil Sachdev MBE – Chair, HM Land Registry

David Leversha – Net Zero Lead for Property and Buildings, WSP

Leicester City Council Launch

Join the senior team and private sector stakeholders from Leicester as they showcase their major regeneration ambitions with the support of Harworth Group.

Innovation Arc Safari

Go behind the scenes of the Leeds Innovation Arc with an interactive and guided netwalking tour – where you can meet the people and organisations who will bring the vision to life and discover the places that will transform the city’s innovation capacity and potential.

Meet at: Department Leeds Dock, 4 The Boulevard, Leeds LS10 1PZ

For further details, please contact christopher.brown@leeds.gov.uk

Launch: People First Charter by the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE)

ACE’s member firms employ over 60,000 people in the UK and 250,000 worldwide, contributing more than £15bn to the UK economy and over £570bn globally. They’ll be launching a charter during this session which aims to unite members and industry colleagues to create more inclusive and positive workplaces.

City of Culture Afternoon Reception

A cross section of built environment decision makers invite UKREiiF delegates to celebrate the link between culture and sustainability.

The Bolton Blueprint – A Bold Vision for 2040 and beyond

Bolton is no stranger to innovation; we are a town with a proud industrial past and big plans for a bright and prosperous future. There has never been a better time to learn about Bolton’s potential and be part of our ambition for 2040. Dedicated to showcasing investment, development, and regeneration opportunities – this session will feature from regional stakeholders on the opportunities in Bolton.

sponsored by Bolton Council.

Sue Johnson – Chief Executive, Bolton Council

Tim Heatley – Co-Founder, Capital & Centric

Joseph Daniels – Founder, Project Etopia

Darran Lawless – Development Director, Placefirst

Noel Sharpe – Chief Executive, Bolton At Home

Stephen Wild – Executive Director for Strategic Investment & Growth, Peel L&P

EG Session

An exciting session will be put on by our event partner who will share details shortly on the session.

Sponsored by EG.

Rachel Reeves MP in Conversation with Tom Riordan CBE

Exclusive on stage discussion followed by networking drinks reception where other special guests will join to close UKREiiF 2023.

Young Entrepreneurs in Property – In Conversation With Liverpool’s Future Impact Board

A team of under 30s built environment professionals are leading Liverpool’s narrative of the future. These professionals are committed to striving for positive change in the region, and are getting rave reviews for their ideas and how that’s shaping the regions future. We hear from them in this exclusive session.

Speakers include:

Mona Hassan – Graduate Quantity Surveyor, Gleeds

Gabriel Davies – Surveyor, Matthews and Goodman

Emily Warburton – Bid Manager, Sutcliffe

Grace Ellinor – Chair (Leeds Branch), Young Entrepreneurs in Property

LandAid Ambassador Quiz Night

Join this annual event – with a classic pub quiz, street food and networking, all in the aid of LandAid.

Venue: Chow Down, Temple Arches, Leeds, LS11 5RQ

Event is in aid of LandAid so there is a cost of entry, if interested register here: https://www.landaid.org/event/landaid-yorkshire-quiz-23/