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SUMMARY:NIHR Innovation Observatory Showcase | The Next Five Years
DESCRIPTION:Explore how horizon scanning can help health and care systems prepare for future innovation. \n\n\n\n\nBringing together leaders from health\, care\, research\, policy and industry\, this showcase will provide an opportunity to learn about the NIHR Innovation Observatory’s strategic direction for the next five years\, while highlighting the expertise and capabilities that underpin our work. \nDiscover how horizon scanning\, data intelligence and advanced analytics are helping health and care systems identify emerging innovations\, anticipate change and make informed decisions for the future. \nWhat to expect\n\nAn introduction to the Innovation Observatory’s new vision\, priorities and programme of work\nA keynote on the role of horizon scanning in national and global health systems by Prof. Mike Lewis\, NIHR Scientific Director for Innovation\nPanel discussions exploring how Innovation Observatory is tackling challenges and harnessing opportunities through horizon scanning capabilities\, shaped by audience questions and reflections\nInteractive breakout sessions exploring our technical infrastructure\, rapid horizon scanning capabilities and the 5 big bets informing future health and care\nNetworking opportunities with stakeholders from across the sector\n\nWho should attend\nThis event is aimed at colleagues and partners working across: \n\nNIHR infrastructure\nGovernment and public policy\nNHS and health systems\nProfessional and regulatory organisations\nResearch and academia\nIndustry and innovation\nVoluntary and third sector organisations\nPatient and public involvement communities\n\n📆 Wednesday 14th October\n🕰️ 12:30–16:30\n📍 The Catalyst\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE4 5TG
URL:https://www.thecatalystnewcastle.co.uk/event/nihr-innovation-observatory-showcase-the-next-five-years/
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SUMMARY:Think Big for Small Business\, North East
DESCRIPTION:Join Amazon Web Services for Think Big for Small Business event connecting tech SMEs to the partners that scale. \n  \nWhat is it? A free in-person half-day event to connect with the people\, knowledge\, and opportunities and grow your business in the public sector. \nWhat will you gain? Practical guidance on how to access public sector opportunities\, a live Generative AI demonstration\, and direct access to decision-makers from major technology partners. \nWho is it for? UK based technology businesses with 10 – 250 employees ready to scale. \nWhat to bring? To check in\, you’ll need your government-issued photo ID. \n  \nThis half-day event will bring together small and medium-sized technology businesses\, industry experts\, and major technology partners for an afternoon of insights\, networking\, and practical guidance. \n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to: \n\nLearn how to access and compete for public sector opportunities.\nHear from AWS leaders and industry experts.\nExperience a live Generative AI demonstration.\nConnect directly with key technology partners and decision-makers.\nGain insights from SMEs that have successfully scaled and delivered on large programmes.\n\n\n📆 Monday 19th October \n⏰11:00 – 16:00\n📍The Catalyst\, Newcastle Helix\n🎟️ Think Big for Small Business\, North East
URL:https://www.thecatalystnewcastle.co.uk/event/think-big-for-small-business-north-east/
LOCATION:The Catalyst\, The Catalyst\, Newcastle\, Tyne and Wear\, NE4 5TG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:FIM Expo North East 2026
DESCRIPTION:FIM Expo features many of the UK fire industry’s manufacturers and showcases the latest products and developments across a range of industry sectors. What makes FIM Expo different to many other trade exhibitions is the informal format\, regional focus\, and ability to see the latest products from all the major fire industry manufacturers in one place. \n  \nFIM Expo North East will coincide with an FIA conference. Our conference will take place simultaneously with the exhibition enabling attendees to meet all our exhibitors as well as gain valuable knowledge and insight from influential figures in the industry presenting at the conference. The conference will comprise of keynote speakers as well as highly engaging panel discussions\, all of which will be CPD accredited. \nThe Event offers a wonderful opportunity to meet and network with industry leaders. On the day\, delegates can place orders with our exhibitors and gain valuable information about industry-leading products. \nWhat’s more\, we know how important great conversations can be in business\, so why not put yourself on the best platform to boost sales and meet customers both old and new? \nEngage in in-depth discussions with a diverse range of fire industry stakeholders specifically\, from installation and maintenance companies as well as end users. With the FIA\, you can expand your knowledge and network. \nFIM Expo is free to attend and includes a buffet lunch! Don’t miss out on a spectacular day; reserve your free spot today! \n  \n📆 28th October \n🕰️ 09:30 – 15:30 \n📍The Catalyst \n  \nTo register\, please follow: FIM Expo North East 2026
URL:https://www.thecatalystnewcastle.co.uk/event/fim-expo-north-east-2026/
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