Festival of Innovation, Tuesday 8 April, 9:00 – 17:00

The Festival of Innovation is a showcase of the Innovate UK-funded Centre for Digital Innovation (CDI), celebrating the impact that businesses have made through the programme, and a look at the region’s digital innovation ambitions. 

This event is free to business leaders to attend, with limited availability.

We’re excited to announce our keynote speakers will be:

Ayo Sokale 

Portrait of Ayo Sokale

Chartered Civil Engineer, BBC Presenter, STEM Ambassador, Project Manager and Building Information lead for the Environment Agency, Ayo stands at the cutting edge of the evolving scientific, media and environmental landscape.

Covering sustainability, neurodiversity and diversity and inclusion topics learned from her incredible journey makes Ayo an inspiring and motivational speaker you won’t want to miss!

Find out more about Ayo

 

Dani Wallace

Portrait of Dani Wallace

Growing up on the council estates of Preston, Dani survived domestic violence, homelessness and single parenthood to become a leading voice in empowerment.

With over 20 years’ experience in business, from presenting and eventing to leadership and management training, Dani uses her inside knowledge of the corporate sector and entertainment industry to bring you truth, humour and practical advice.

Find out more about Dani