Looking to the Future in Manufacturing
The 2009 MAS Yorkshire & Humber Manufacturing Convention
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Nov 12, 2009 from 08:30 AM to 05:15 PM |
| Where | Rudding Park Hotel, Harrogate, HG3 1JH |
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Not to be missed, this year’s convention will focus on helping your business prepare itself for the future dynamics of the manufacturing industry.
Your time is precious, which is why the MAS Convention is totally focused on making sure you take away valuable advice and tips for the future growth of your business.
Join us for an invaluable day of learning, where you can:
- Pick up practical tips and advice from local companies and respected business leaders
- Network with over 200 members of the local manufacturing community
- Take away ideas about how to capitalise on potential opportunities for your business
- Find out about the grant subsidised support available from MAS to help your company achieve its goals.
Speakers
The day will involve a fantastic line-up of manufacturing speakers including:
Soeren Vonsild, Head of Engineering at dairy giant 'Arla Foods', which has recently announced a £70m investment in Yorkshire to expand its Leeds production facility and maximise its growth of ‘high value’ products.
Dean Battersby, Production Director of the multi-award winning Sheffield-based SME – 'Gripple' – which has successfully innovated its way ahead of its competitors.
Ian Parker, Chief Executive of automotive supplier 'Birkby’s Plastics' based in Liversedge, which is attempting to develop and supply innovative new products to the rail industry.
Richard Seymour, Director of world-renowned product design agency 'Seymour Powell' – which works with companies all over the world to support research, brand strategy, innovation, product design and development, right through to packaging and product launch.
Also speaking at the event:
- Rosie Winterton, Regional Minister for Yorkshire & Humber
- Terry Hodgkinson, Chairman of Yorkshire Forward
Workshops:
Hear from local companies that have ‘been there and done it’. Through our interactive workshops, MAS supported businesses will share with you how they have used specific tools and strategies to improve their performance. Pick up tips that can easily be applied to your own business.
Choose from:
WORKSHOP 1:
Simon Hewitt, Chem Resist Europe (supported by MAS Specialist Krys Szokalo)
WORKSHOP 2:
Richard Carr, Mechan (supported by MAS Specialist Mike Brook)
WORKSHOP 3:
David Boothman, The Charlesworth Group (supported by MAS specialist Brian Sainsbury)
WORKSHOP 4:
Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre’s virtual reality factory of the future - accommodated in a full-size HGV trailer!
Please note there are two workshop sessions throughout the day, so you may select two from the four workshops listed above.
