Medilink Midlands

IN-PERSON EVENT: Medilink Midlands Entrepreneur in Residence Innovation & Funding Masterclass
2023-11-28 09:30 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Charnwood Campus, Bakewell Road, Loughborough, LE11 5RB
Join Medilink Midlands Entrepreneur in Residence, Christian Kumar for this Innovation and Funding Masterclass.
The masterclass will include:
– An overview of the Medilink Midlands Enterpreneur in Residence programme
– Changing Landscape of Capital
– Innovation Challenges, including Tactical Road Mapping
– Presenting your idea
– Delivering the perfect pitch
This masterclass is set to be lively and will present many take aways for yourself/business, avoid disappointment and book your free place today.
Open for all companies from research to revenue generating.

Charnwood Campus have kindly provided the conference room for the event to take place and we are pleased that Charnwood Campus Life Sciences Talent and Skills Institute are supporting this event. The Charnwood Campus Life Sciences Talent and Skills Institute is a collaborative endeavour between industry and educational partners to address the short- and long-term skills requirements.
Meet our speaker:

Christian has extensive experience in corporate finance, investment banking, and wealth management. With over three decades of dedicated involvement in driving strategic growth for various enterprises.
Throughout his career, Christian has honed a profound understanding of strategic growth across diverse sectors, and is proud to have played a pioneering role in developing “demand-based” business modelling. Christian thrives in the dynamic realms of Corporate Finance and Investment Banking, evident in his impressive portfolio encompassing six companies and over 22 investments across sectors such as Leisure, Med Tech, Construction, and Energy.
Currently, he is actively engaged in supporting universities and governmental bodies in devising strategic inbound investment initiatives. His role involves shaping comprehensive expansion strategies that harmonize with their overarching goals, fostering growth and innovation within these institutions.

Medilink Midlands Annual General Meeting
2023-11-28 10:00 - 12:00
The 2023 Medilink Midlands Annual General Meeting, will take place on Tuesday 28 November from 10am-12pm.
AGM Notice
AGM Agenda
For details on dialling-in, please click here to email and request.

IN PERSON: Medilink Midlands Winter Networking Event
2023-11-30 16:00 - 20:00 | Sandbox VR, Unit 25A Stephenson Place, Birmingham, B2 4BF
FINAL PLACES REMAINING!
We’re delighted invite the Medilink Midlands network to join us for our Winter Networking Event, to be held at Sandbox VR, located in central Birmingham within the Grand Central Shopping Centre. Join us to connect with innovators from across the Medilink Midlands network over a cocktail prepared by Toni, the UK’s first robotic bartender! There will also be the opportunity to sign up for a fully immersive VR experience. We hope that our tech-minded, VR/AR-savvy and digitally-inclined network will be as excited as we are to join us at this unique venue for what promises to be a memorable evening!
To top it off, we’ll be serving up authentic sourdough pizza and some sumptuous salads, sourced from local pizzeria, Franco Manca.
Our thanks go to our Patrons at Gallagher’s for sponsoring this event and we look forward to hearing an update from them on the night. We’ll also hear from Medilink Midlands CEO, Melanie Davidson, as we reflect on a successful 2023 and look ahead to a very exciting 2024.
Places are limited so secure your spot via the link below to avoid disappointment…
CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR PLACE
Tickets
Non-member – £50.00
Medilink Patrons and Members are eligible for one free ticket for their organisation plus a 30% discount on any additional tickets purchased. Check your inbox for details on how to take advantage of your member-only discounts.

WEBINAR: Medilink Midlands: All things Membership Rewards and Business Awards!
2024-01-17 10:00 - 11:00
Open to all, join us online for an overview of the Medilink Midlands member benefits and tips and hints on completing an application for our 2024 Medilink Midlands Business Awards.
Firstly, our Partner and Relationship Manager, Jo Bekis will guide you through our current member benefits, this will be beneficial for current members who want to make sure they are getting the most out of their membership with us and for any non-members who are interesting in finding out about the different levels of membership and what is included.
We will then be joined by our Senior Innovation Adviser, Victoria Patel. Victoria will talk about our upcoming Business Awards and detail all the hints and tips you need to complete an excellent application. We are inviting applications for 8 different categories, the deadline to apply is 21 March – full details are available online here.
This webinar is set to be informative and valuable for members and non, join us for one hour and walk away armed with all the detail you need to maximise your membership or complete a glowing award application!
The webinar will provide the opportunity for you to ask questions to Jo and Victoria, so sign up and get your questions answered.
Speaker Profiles

Jo Bekis, Partner and Relationship Manager, Medilink Midlands
Jo has worked on government funded initiatives for over 25 years leading on skills, the changing landscape of education and apprenticeships and over the last 7 years working in business support and growth through ERDF programmes with a focus on upscaling, innovation and job creation, often seen as a sector expert and valued thought leader at round table talks with government leads. Working with many stakeholder organisations across the business support eco system is second nature. Jo also comes with a wealth of knowledge in change management and transformational change, working at as a tier 1 subcontract and then employed within the built environment consultancy. Having also worked on 4 separate occasions within Membership, Jo has a fantastic understanding of how to deliver a sustainable service model to support members and their growth.

Victoria Patel, Innovation Adviser, Medilink Midlands
Victoria joined the team in March 2019. She brings extensive experience with ERDF funded projects from her previous roles, delivering business and funding support to Leicestershire businesses at the Growth Hub and LLEP. Victoria has a BA from Leicester University and also has hands-on experience of growing a successful, innovative business.

WEBINAR: Net Zero Healthcare: Embracing Sustainability for Business Growth
2024-01-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Online via GoToWebinar
As the world grapples with the pressing challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, the healthcare industry has a crucial role to play in adopting sustainable practices and achieving net zero emissions, particularly in light of upcoming NHS and UK government regulations that will mandate healthcare organisations to take concrete action to reduce their carbon footprint.
This event will delve into the compelling reasons why environmental sustainability is essential for healthcare innovators, highlighting the significant business advantages and opportunities that arise from embracing greener practices.

Understand the compelling reasons why environmental sustainability and net zero are essential for healthcare organisations.
Explore the business benefits of adopting eco-friendly practices, including cost savings, risk mitigation, and enhanced brand reputation.
Discover how your technological advancements can empower healthcare providers to achieve their sustainability goals.
Learn from clinical experts about the support they offer in helping healthcare organizations transition to greener practices.
Gain insights from non-profit organisations about the advantages and opportunities that sustainability presents for businesses.

This event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA, a project funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).

Speaker Profiles:

Webinar Chair: Dr Ben Roberts, Innovation Adviser and Sustainability Lead, Medilink Midlands
Ben joined Medilink in 2022 as an Innovation Adviser in the West Midlands, after graduating with a PhD in Biomedical Research at the University of Warwick. Ben is utilising his knowledge currently in delivering activity under the West Midlands AHSN industry gateway. With a particular focus on sustainability, he aims to support SMEs in the health and life science sector on their journey to Net Zero.

Siân Dunning, Programme Manager, Medical Devices Testing & Evaluation Centre
As well as being Programme Manager, Sian is responsible for the £7M facility within the Institute of Translational Medicine and hosted by University Hospitals Birmingham NFT. Siân has extensive experience in the management of programmes and projects, having worked with UKRI and NIHR for the past 10 years. Prior to this appointment Siân worked in higher education within Innovation and managed various growth programmes including leveraged investment. She has worked within management roles throughout her career and has extensive commercial experience in research innovation, consultancy, sales and marketing, and training, with notable expertise in medical technologies, healthcare and ceramics. Siân’s specialisms are programme & project management, business growth, fund management, innovation, and commercialisation.
Presentation title: Sustainability considerations when innovating for healthcare

Thorsten Kampmann, Supply Chain and Organisational Transformation Consultant, Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC)
He started his career with a PhD in Molecular biology and has extensive experience in supporting healthcare start up companies. Thorsten is leading the engagement of the MTC Transformation Team with the West Midlands Health Technology Innovation Accelerator (WM-HTIA). Thorsten and his team provide supply chain and manufacturing capability gap analysis, and development of capability development interventions. In addition to financial and technical performance optimisation the team is developing solutions for Environmental, Societal and Governance (ESG) optimisation of supply chains. Over the last decade, Thorsten has worked in a range of sectors, including biomedical, healthcare, aerospace, defence, nuclear, construction, general manufacturing, and supply chain improvement.

Florah Waithaka, Research Engineer, Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC)
Florah has an MSc in Civil Engineering and Environmental Management and primarily supports research projects in the MTC that fall in the sustainability field. Florah is involved in the West Midlands Health Technology Innovation Accelerator (WM-HTIA) project to develop solutions for SME’s working with the NHS. This includes supply chain & ESG capability gap analysis as well as capability development interventions for SMEs involved. In addition, Florah has experience working in, Construction, STEM curriculum development and Carbon accounting.
Thorsten and Florah will present together and their presentation title is: Communicating your Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments to the healthcare sector and achieving ESG ratings like the NHS-Evergreen

Morgan Roberts, Project Officer, Sustainability West Midlands
Morgan’s work ranges from producing climate change adaptation support for organisations including the NHS, to running the West Midlands Net Zero Business Pledge, a free initiative involving organisations committed to reducing carbon emissions and supporting them on this journey. Morgan will be sharing an overview of the wide range of business support available in the region, providing guidance on how to identify and get involved in the best opportunities for your business.
Presentation title: Sustainability West Midlands on the wider support available for creating a sustainable and climate resilient business.

Bev Fawdington, Co-Founder/Creator, Rainbow Trays
Bev is the co founder and creator of Rainbow Trays, organisational and colour coded anaesthetic drug trays that support anaesthetists to identify and reduce the incidence of anaesthetic error and reduce cognitive loads. Human factor engineered, Rainbow Trays are recommended by the Association of Anaesthetists as a technical solution for medication error in anaesthesia.
An innovator aligned to sustainability in anaesthesia and healthcare, Bev has been awarded a number of UK Innovate projects that specialise in the use and sustainable end of life recycling of medical plastic waste.
She also specialise in carbon accounting, decarbonisation and climate alignment for business. Partnering with VÖR consulting, we provide a full service to support PPN06/21 compliance with Carbon Reduction Plans, carbon strategy, ESG reporting and verifiable offset programmes.
Presentation title: Carbon Accounts – Are they worth it?

Danny Harrison, Innovation Manager, WMG University of Warwick
Danny is an Innovation Manager at WMG, University of Warwick, where he specialises in micromobility supply chains. He is a passionate advocate for innovation and has a proven track record of helping businesses to succeed.
In his current role at WMG, Danny leads a team of experts who are working to develop new and innovative solutions for supply chains. He is also responsible for managing a number of research projects and initiatives, and he works closely with industry partners to help them to implement new technologies and processes.
Presentation title: WMG Net Zero Innovation Network

IN-PERSON EVENT: MeTAP Business Support Innovation Surgery
2024-01-25 09:30 - 13:00 | Dearing Building, The University of Nottingham, Jubilee Campus, Nottingham, NG8 1BB, United Kingdom
Book now for an innovation surgery session bespoke to your business needs. Meet our team of specialists with expertise in funding support and partnership opportunities who will help you identify the right opportunities for your business. This might include identification of funding support and partnership opportunities or linking you with teams that can help solve the business and technical challenges holding you back.
The event brings together an experienced team of sector specialists from Medilink Midlands, University of Nottingham, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, CHEATA, Innovate UK, Health Innovation East Midlands and Nottingham Technology Ventures.
It will provide innovation surgery sessions plus the opportunity to hear about the support and network. When completing the online registration form, please clarify if you require an innovation surgery session as these spaces are limited.
Working in partnership with the University of Nottingham, the aim of MeTAP is to support companies to accelerate innovation and provide the right skills and tools to enable companies to increase their competitive advantage. You can find out more online here.
*open to Life Science & MedTech organisations in Nottingham City, however the event is open to all.
This programme is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Event Format:
9:30am – Registration & Refreshments
10:00am – Presentations from Medilink Midlands, University of Nottingham, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, CHEATA, Innovate UK, Health Innovation East Midlands and Nottingham Technology Ventures
10:45am – Networking & Refreshments
11:00am – First set of Innovation Surgeries
11:30am – Second set of Innovation Surgeries
11:50am – Third set of Innovation Surgeries
12:10pm – Networking Lunch
13:00pm – Finish

IN-PERSON EVENT: Intellectual Property considerations for Health Tech companies
2024-02-27 10:00 - 13:00 | Shoosmiths, 103 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 3AG, United Kingdom
Are you looking for advice navigating the world of Intellectual Property? If so, this event which will specifically focus on supporting Health Tech companies and their IP journey. Led by the professionals at Shoosmiths and Forresters.
This workshop event, taking place at Shoosmiths in Birmingham will explore the ins and outs of all Intellectual Property considerations. The event will comprise of three sessions:
Patents, designs and IP strategy
• What is intellectual property?
• Patents: what they can provide protection for and how
• Design registrations – the benefits of having them
• Ownership of intellectual property – key considerations
• Strategy – different uses of intellectual property
Protecting your brand
• Brand strategy
• Protecting your key trade marks
• Enforcement of your rights in your brand
Commercialising your IP
• Developing your commercially viable product
• Licensing-out your IP
• Bringing your products to market
Speaker Profiles:

Andrew Brennan, Partner, Shoosmiths
Andrew Brennan is a Partner at Shoosmiths and heads the national IP team. He is recognized as a leading intellectual property lawyer who “knows his IP” and provides “solid, targeted, and fast advice”. Clients find him approachable, pragmatic, agile, and very user-friendly. Andrew’s practice covers all areas of intellectual property law, with a particular focus on life sciences and medical technologies. He works with organizations at all stages, from pioneering SMEs and disruptive start-ups to global tech companies. Andrew is recognized for his excellence in handling complex disputes with a technical element involving patents, confidential information, and software. He also helps technology clients with their strategic R&D programs and specialized IP commercialization arrangements.

Nichola Jenkins, Legal Director, Shoosmiths
With many years’ experience in digital health, combined with over 21 years legal experience, Nichola advises clients in life sciences space, with a particular focus on diagnostic devices and medical technologies. She routinely provides expert advice to her clients in the exploitation of their ideas, inventions, designs and technology, working closely with companies across the whole innovation ecosystem, including FTSE 100 and global technology companies, SMEs with market leading technology and research intensive universities.
Nichola advises clients in relation to research and development agreements; funding arrangements; licensing, joint ventures, revenue sharing agreements or spin outs; and supply and manufacturing agreements.

Dominic Murphy, Partner, Shoosmiths
Dominic is a European trade mark attorney, heading up the national Trade Mark practice at Shoosmiths. His PhD in genetics means that he has a first hand understanding of the life sciences sector, and is able to provide unparalleled assistance to clients with the entire range of Trade Mark work. Dominic’s remarkable ability to handle multiple complex transactions and consistently win new work has established him as an unstoppable force in his area of expertise. Dominic also has extensive experience in advising on and filing and prosecuting Trade Marks and Designs in the UK, EU and Internationally around the world.

Antony Craggs, Partner, Shoosmiths
Antony is a partner at Shoosmiths, specializing in intellectual property law with a focus on patent litigation and commercialisation of IP assets in the life sciences sector. He has extensive experience in leading disputes before the UK courts and handling multi-jurisdictional matters. Described as a “trailblazer” and “an extremely careful, knowledgeable, and commercial solicitor with a close eye for detail,” Antony immerses himself in life sciences, electronics, and medical devices, and is known for going the extra mile to ensure the very best service for his clients.

Kate Wilson, Life Sciences UK and European Patent Attorney, Forresters
Kate has a cell biology background and handles patent applications in all areas of biotechnology, with a particular focus on genetic engineering, gene therapy, stem cell technology, antibodies and vaccine technology, and food technology. Kate works for a range of clients from individuals, start-ups, university spin-outs and research organisations to multinational companies. Kate handles all aspects of UK and European patent prosecution, including drafting patent applications at the very beginning of the patent process to post-grant opposition and appeal proceedings at the European Patent Office. Kate also has experience conducting IP Audits for clients to identify where their IP portfolios could be strengthened. Kate enjoys working closely with her clients and getting to know their business and commercial needs so that the IP strategy can be tailored accordingly.

Mark Connell, UK and European Patent Attorney – Chemistry Team, Forresters
Mark’s practice covers metallurgy, composite materials, and polymer chemistry, with a particular focus on adhesives and functional coatings. He also has a dedicated interest in medical devices, such as ostomy devices, stents, and catheters. Mark works with SMEs and family-owned businesses. He particularly enjoys working with companies that have not had much prior experience with IP, so that he can work closely with them to develop an IP strategy that best fits their needs. Mark drafts and prosecutes patent applications. He also has extensive experience advising clients in relation to navigating competitor patents.
To read more about Medilink Midlands’ role within the WMHTIA project, click here.
For more information on the wider project, click here to visit the WMHTIA website.
This event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA, a project funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).

IN-PERSON EVENT: Innovation and Funding Masterclass
2024-02-29 10:00 - 13:30 | Scarman Conference Facility at Warwick Conferences, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7SH, United Kingdom
Join Medilink Midlands Entrepreneur in Residence, Christian Kumar for this Innovation and Funding Masterclass.
The masterclass will include:
– Changing Landscape of Capital
– Innovation Challenges, including Tactical Road Mapping
– Presenting your idea
– Delivering the perfect pitch
This masterclass is set to be lively and will present many take aways for yourself/business, avoid disappointment and book your free place today.
Open for all companies from research to revenue generating.
At this event we will also be joined by Richard Fallon, CEO of the Technology Supply Chain (TSC), he will be presenting on “How to Access and Maximise the Grants, Innovation Funding and Support Available”, covering:

The Myths and Facts About Grants
The Basics You Must Have in Place
Local Grants- a run-down of the local grants available to you
National Programmes Offering Grants
NIHR Grants
Innovate UK Grants and Loans
Innovation Funding- Additional support
Funded Support Programmes
Putting it All Together for Maximum Benefit

Speaker Profiles:

Christian Kumar, Chief Executive Officer, MedTech Makers Lab and Entrepreneur in Residence at Medilink Midlands
Christian, a seasoned professional, transitioned from a successful career in investment banking to become a trailblazing innovator and lecturer. In 2019, he established the MedTech Makers Lab, pioneering pathways for global medical technology innovations to thrive in the Midlands. Christian imparts his expertise as an innovation management instructor at six universities spanning five countries and facilitates acceleration labs throughout the EU. His teachings cover strategic roadmapping and funding strategies, empowering companies to navigate the dynamic landscape of innovation. With a passion for transforming ideas into reality, Christian continues to shape the future of MedTech and innovation worldwide.
Dr Richard Fallon, CEO, Technology Supply Chain (TSC)
Richard is the founder of the Technology Supply Chain, co-founder of the Innovation Awards and Chair of SPR. The Technology Supply Chain is a membership for West Midlands manufacturing, engineering and technology businesses. The TSC is a Community Interest Company that connects its members with grants, fully funded support and new opportunities. Their vision is to create a golden age for manufacturing, engineering and technology companies in the West Midlands. Their mission is to help their members to innovate, grow and prosper using the grants, fully funded projects and support available from local universities, organisations, funders and businesses.
The TSC is delighted to be a partner in the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator. The WMHTIA is focused on helping companies drive their technologies towards market success. Richard is also the co-Founder of the Innovation Awards. These annual awards recognise, celebrate and reward those companies, organisations and individuals dedicated to innovation. Richard is also the Chair of SPR which connects companies with talent in the West Midlands. SPR donates 100% of its profits to West Midlands charities. Working with Steps to Work, they deliver over £779,600 of social impact per week.
To read more about Medilink Midlands’ role within the WMHTIA project, click here.
For more information on the wider project, click here to visit the WMHTIA website.
This event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA, a project funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).

Professional Development Training Course: Medical Device Regulation Transition (CANCELLED)
2024-03-18 09:30 - 16:30 | Pennine Healthcare, 300 City Gate, London Rd, Derby, DE24 8WY
Unfortunately this training course is no longer taking place.
Stick or Twist – How do you make the right decision about whether to Transition your products to MDR?
Attend this Medilink Midlands endorsed Professional Development training course on the Medical Device Regulation Transition, delivered by Medilink Midlands member company IMed Consultancy. Taking place on Monday 18th March, so that you can make an informed choice and meet the fast-approaching application deadline of 26th May 2024!
Medical Device and IVD manufacturers are facing a significant deadline on 26 May 2024. After initial publication of the new EU Medical Device Regulations in 2017, the final deadline to decide on whether to transition existing CE Marked Medical Devices to the new is fast approaching.
Manufacturers who have not made a decision to transition their medical devices to meet the requirements of the new European Union regulations and have not taken the relevant steps before the 26 May 2024 deadline, will not be legally able to continue selling their products into the European Union (and potentially other markets including the UK).
This training course will prepare you for understanding whether it may be right for your business to make the decision to (re)certify your medical devices for sale in the EU. The day is focussed on existing manufacturers of medical devices, who currently CE mark their products and will give you practical insights to support your business in making this important decision.
To view the full programme for the day, course overview, target audience, learning outcomes and to view the speakers click here.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Medilink Midlands Members Forum
2024-03-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Renfrew Group International, Rocket Studios, 115 Waterside Road, Leicester, LE5 1TL
Quarterly forum for Medilink Midlands members, for those companies/individuals who want to support ongoing evolution of Medilink Midlands.
The next members forum which will be held at Renfrew Group in Leicester, will be a prescribed roundtable discussion on the two main themes arising from the previous event and key findings report.
Connectivity/Opportunity: – a desire to connect with each other in a personable way to seek opportunities in support of your business growth.
Challenges: – The challenges faced relating back to the opportunity and knowledge sought from our networked community to help you navigate your pathway in a timely manner.
If the invite to this Medilink Midlands member only event hasn’t reached your inbox, please email info@medilinkmidlands.com to receive the details and booking link. Online registration is essential.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Important Regulatory Matters for Medtech Companies
2024-04-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Scarman Conference Facility at Warwick Conferences, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7SH, United Kingdom
Join Medilink as we host a Regulatory event as part of WMHTIA, created in collaboration with Regulatory experts JensonR+.
Sessions will focus on the following topics:

Design for Compliance: Early approaches to regulatory compliance in the design phase.
UK Regulatory Roadmap for Medical Devices – Looking to cover both hardware and software based medical devices.
Access to Medical Device Markets: Access to Medical Device Markets: UK, EU, Switzerland, US and China offers significant strategic and growth potential.

Speaker Information
Tom Wood, Regulatory Manager, Medical Devices, JensonR+
Tom has many years of experience in both medical device companies and in notified bodies as an auditor and technical expert. He has worked in both CE and UKCA marking alongside ISO 13485, ISO 9001 and MDSAP. Tom joined JensonR+ Ltd in May 2023 to lead their medical device services. Since joining JensonR+ he has worked with many of our clients both new and existing in developing their quality management systems, preparing regulatory submissions and supporting drug device combination products for our pharma clients.

Victoria Caldy, Business Development and Marketing Director, Cisema
Victoria has over 25 years’ experience in diverse health-related companies including helping to build a class III medical device company from the bottom up which included navigating international regulatory approvals. More recently, Victoria has been advising Life Sciences, Cosmetics and Health Food companies worldwide, from start-ups to MNCs, on the best regulatory pathways to market in China and how to maintain compliance in such a complex market.

To read more about Medilink Midlands’ role within the WMHTIA project, click here.
For more information on the wider project, click here to visit the WMHTIA website.
This event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA, a project funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).

IN-PERSON EVENT: Planning Ahead for Clinical Evidence
2024-04-30 10:00 - 13:00 | Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham, 245 Broad Street, Birmingham, B1 2HQ, United Kingdom
Join Medilink and partner Afortiori Development for an in-person event which will be about planning ahead for clinical evidence and preparing adequately for this.
The event will cover:

Part 1: Introduction to Commercial Clinical Development. What is a clinical development plan? Why do I need one?
Part 2: Trials and trial design considerations , Regulatory requirements & guidelines, ethical considerations, trial set up, trial oversight, site selection, systems requirements
Part 3: Trial oversight, patient recruitment, quality assurance, safety monitoring, trial data reporting

Key Objectives for attendees:

Know what your Sponsor responsibilities are where a trial is concerned
Be clear about what happens and when in planning and undertaking a clinical trial
Identifying preliminary project timelines for any project and be able to see how various changes impact overall timelines

Speaker information

Dr. Nicola Wall, PhD and Chief Executive Officer at Afortiori Development Ltd
Nicola founded Afortiori Development to address the need for improved clinical trial design, planning and management to promote efficient and cost effective clinical trials. She has an exceptional background within the pharmaceutical, medical technology and healthcare sectors with over 20 years of diverse experience. She has managed multiple projects across a range of therapeutic areas for a number of large and small clients spanning all areas of clinical development including regulatory, data management, safety, quality and organisational effectiveness. Nicola has also managed global clinical trials in Oncology and Neurology with responsibility for 29 countries across the entire clinical trial process. She excels in strategic planning, process re-engineering, systems implementation and organisational design. She has also worked for a number of years as an independent consultant for the UK national health service working on hospital operational planning, business cases and ways to implement new models of care.
Nicola is passionate in her desire to work with highly motivated and respected peers in addressing unmet medical need. Nicola believes that integrity, transparency and efficiency combined with experience and motivation results in the most successful projects and clinical studies.
She attained all three of her degrees at the University of Manchester in the UK including her PhD in Economics that focused on patterns of innovation in the pharmaceutical Industry.

Liz Ralph, BSc and Chief Operating Officer at Afortiori Development Ltd
Liz has worked in a variety of roles in the industry for over 20 years across clinical operations groups in a global CRO environment. She has monitored and managed a large number of clinical trials in all phases, healthcare settings and a number of countries before moving to a quality, process and training role, which included experience of regulatory inspections. This allowed her to develop a sound and extensive knowledge base to foster a strong embedded quality culture with a focus on continual process innovation and effective training for those working in clinicaloperations roles.
Liz has additional valuable experience in patient perspectives of participation in clinical trials gained whilst working in a large UK Clinical Research Facility actively delivering hundreds of clinical studies across 2 hospital sites in a large UK teaching hospital. During this time she led in patient and public involvement in clinical research for the Facility and worked nationally as part of a UK wide patient and public involvement network which aimed to ensure that patient and carer voices are prominent in research delivery in the National Health Service in the UK.
Liz is committed to designing and delivering clinical research with the potential to add significant value to the lives of patients and their families by developing accessible treatments for unmet clinical need.

Helen Hunt, Assistant Programme Manager – Knowledge Mobilisation at Health Innovation West Midlands
Helen has worked for Health Innovation West Midlands for 8 years and previous to that she has worked as an operational manager in the NHS acute care setting for 16 years. During her tenure, she has undertaken multiple roles, starting with frontline patient-facing positions right up to senior management positions overseeing large departments. These positions have covered a large cross-section of NHS landscape including cancer services, operational management, health informatics and R&D. Helen is a trained Prince 2 practitioner, with her post graduate certification in Health Management specialising in Quality Improvement & Patient Safety. She is passionate about connecting people through knowledge mobilisation to allow real world evidence to be generated.

To read more about Medilink Midlands’ role within the WMHTIA project, click here.
For more information on the wider project, click here to visit the WMHTIA website.
This event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA, a project funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).

IN-PERSON EVENT: Rehabilitation Technologies Strategic Innovation Gateway
2024-05-01 09:00 - 14:00 | Charnwood Campus, Bakewell Road, Loughborough, LE11 5RB
In Association with:
Medilink Midlands are delighted to be sharing that our first Strategic Innovation Gateway Event on Rehabilitation Technologies will take place this May.
Join us, Loughborough University, University of Nottingham and Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust to find out “What the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) can do for you?”.
The NRC’s aim is to bring research, innovation, education and training alongside clinical practice to drive excellence in rehabilitation
The NRC programme received formal Government approval in 2023 for the £105million plans. Work is now progressing in earnest to create the 70-bed, purpose-built and highly energy efficient new facility as part of the Government’s New Hospital Programme.
The specialist NHS facility will be built on the Stanford Hall Rehabilitation Estate near Loughborough, home to the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre, and will open to patients in 2025.
The aim of this event is to look at opportunities to build partnerships with a vision to harness funding opportunities.
Programme:
9am – Registration, refreshments and networking
9:30am – Welcome, Melanie Davidson, Chief Executive Officer, Medilink Midlands
9:40am – The National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) Programme, Miriam Duffy, NRC Programme Director, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
9:55am – Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC) Rehabilitation Priorities, Wg Cdr Alex Scott – Consultant Rehabilitation Medicine and NRC Interoperability Project Lead
10:05am – Rehabilitation Sciences – Working with Industry, Professor Mark Lewis – NRC Academic Lead, Loughborough University and Professor Pip Logan – NRC Academic Lead, University of Nottingham
10:20am – Case Study Project Spotlight, Dr Jacqueline Hicks – Research Network Manager, EPSRC Network+ in Rehabilitation Technologies, University of Nottingham
10:30am – Panel Q&A Session
10:50am – NIHR i4i Programme Review, Dr Helen Compton, Stakeholder Engagement Manager, NIHR
11:00am – Break, refreshments and networking
11:30am -Working with the NRC to overcome pragmatic barriers and challenges in the use of rehabilitation technology, Praminda Caleb-Solly – Professor of Embodied Intelligence, University of Nottingham
11:45am – Breakout groups: what would be useful to industry when looking to do R&I within the NRC, with university and clinical partners?
12:20pm – Feedback from breakout groups
12:50pm – Closing remarks and next steps
13:00pm – Lunch and networking
14:00pm – Close
Cost and tickets:
£20 plus VAT for members of Medilink
£40 plus VAT for non-members
To receive the member discount code email info@medilinkmidlands.com
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IN-PERSON EVENT: Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2024
2024-05-09 19:00 - 23:30 | Athena Leicester, Queen Street, Leicester, LE1 1QD, United Kingdom
Join us for the Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2024.
The evening will provide a stage to showcase the very best collaborations between industry, academia and the NHS across the Midlands. The evening will also be a celebration of 20 years of Medilink Midlands.
We come together each year to celebrate the achievements of life science companies, which for 2024 will be held at the Athena, Leicester, a Grade II – listed events venue in the cultural quarter of Leicester City Centre.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the Midlands life science community to gather together, celebrate and network.
Ticket Prices (excluding VAT):
Individual Member Fee – £120.00
Individual Non-member Fee – £155.00
Table of 10 (member) – £1,200.00
Table of 10 (standard fee) – £1,500.00
*Bookings are now closed for this event, for any queries please contact: info@medilinkmidlands.com.

IN PERSON Event: Design for Health & Med Tech Innovation
2024-05-16 10:00 - 13:30 | Conference Aston, Aston University Aston Street, Birmingham, B4 7ET, United Kingdom
Join Medilink Midlands for a comprehensive exploration of design in health and medical technology innovation, hosted by Aston University as part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator. This event will dive deep into various aspects critical to bringing your groundbreaking ideas to life, including:

Intellectual Property - Protecting your innovations and securing a competitive edge.
Sustainability - Designing with a focus on environmental responsibility.
Manufacturing - Understanding the complexities of bringing your product to market.
Human Factors - Ensuring your design prioritizes user needs and safety.

Who Should Attend:

Health and med tech innovators (start-ups, entrepreneurs, researchers).
Product designers and engineers in the healthcare sector.
Investors and stakeholders interested in the future of health and med tech.

Event Highlights:

Part 1 – Engaging Presentations & Interactive Discussions (Morning): Gain insights from industry experts on the importance of each design factor.
Part 2 “Dragon’s Den” Style Workshop (Afternoon): Pitch your current design to receive valuable feedback and advice from a panel of experts.

*You can register your interest to participate in the morning and afternoon sessions on the registration page, though due to limited places on the “Dragons Den” Style workshop, companies on the WMHTIA will be prioritised.

To read more about Medilink Midlands’ role within the WMHTIA project, click here.
For more information on the wider project, click here to visit the WMHTIA website.
This event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA, a project funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).

IN-PERSON EVENT: Welcome to the Midlands
2024-06-03 15:00 - 18:00 | Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH, United Kingdom
Medilink Midlands are hosting a afternoon reception on Monday 3 June at Birmingham Museums & Art Gallery to welcome delegations from overseas, as part of the 4-day Midlands International Showcase Event, which includes the following 4 events:
Day 1: Welcome to the Midlands
Day 2: Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Global Business Conference
Days 3 & 4: Med-Tech Innovation Expo
This afternoon reception will offer regional and international guests an introduction to the city’s culture and attractions. Plus, the chance to meet and hear from Medilink Midlands, and other key partners from across the med tech ecosystem, introducing the 4-day international showcase, and how to get the most from this event.
A warm welcome is guaranteed, and we look forward to making your visit memorable.
With thanks to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery for hosting this networking event, and providing guests with the opportunity to explore the museums exhibition.
Programme:
3pm: Registration, Refreshments and Opportunity to explore the Victorian Radicals Exhibition
4pm presentations from:
– Welcome & Introductions, Professor Martin Levermore MBE DL, Chairman, Medilink Midlands
– Nikki Whitfield, CEO, Upperton Pharma Solutions
– Robert Salt, Director, Salts Healthcare
4:30pm: Canapes, Drinks and Networking
6pm: Close

Speaker Profiles:

Prof Martin Levermore MBE DL, Chairman, Medilink Midlands
Prof Martin Levermore MBE DL, Vice Chair for Nehemiah United Churches Housing Association (UCHA), CEO of Medical Devices Technology International Ltd (MDTi) and Chair of Medilink Midlands. He is also a Trustee of New Roots Charity and a Director of the Birmingham Commonwealth Association (BCA) as well as Executive Committee Member of the Greater Birmingham Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce. Martin is a Senior Associate of Royal Society of Medicine, a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. Martin has been published widely in several academic journals and hold appointments with Birmingham City University (BCU) as Visiting Professor for Health, Education and Life Science and Honorary Consultant for Health Innovations with the Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust. In December 2021, Martin was appointed a Non Executive Director to the Royal Wolverhampton Hospital Trust.

Nikki Whitfield, Chief Executive Officer, Upperton Pharma Solutions
Nikki has 30 years’ technical and operational leadership experience gained in both Pharmaceutical Companies and Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. Working across a range of dosage forms with both small molecules and biologics, Nikki has successfully led drug development programmes from early phase pharmaceutical development through to late stage and pre-launch stages covering all aspects of the programmes including technical design, manufacturing, process scale-up, regulatory submission and clinical trial supply. Nikki has previously held senior management and executive roles at a number of emerging biotech, large pharma and CDMOs, providing technical and strategic leadership to ensure exceptional operational delivery of programmes from product concept to approval.

Robert Salt, Managing Director, Salts Healthcare
Robert is the Managing Director of Salts Healthcare, one of the oldest family-owned businesses in the UK. Founded in 1701, Salts Healthcare have been manufacturing in the West Midlands for over 300 years. Salts Healthcare now focus on ostomy related products and services, with presences in over 25 countries around the world.

WEBINAR: Navigating the Risk Landscape in Life Sciences and Med Tech - The Key Considerations
2024-06-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
In today’s fast-paced business world, the risk landscape is constantly changing, posing new challenges for organisations in the life sciences and medtech industries. It is essential for these organisations to stay proactive and be prepared for the evolving risks they may face.
To help you navigate these risks, join risk management experts and Medilink Midlands Patron, Gallagher, on the 11th of June for a webinar that will cover:

The potential hidden risks your organisation may encounter in the future.
The insurance trends and topics that will impact life sciences and medtech organisations.
The crucial steps you can take to mitigate risk and ensure the longevity of your organisation.

Speaker Biographies:
Steve Bear, Executive Director, Financial and Professional Risks
Steve is primarily responsible for coordinating the Gallagher London Management Liability sales and distribution effort, with a focus on new business opportunities and nurturing partner and producer relationships. Steve specialises in complex D&O placements with a multinational angle, as well as Pension Trustee Liability and Initial Public Offering Insurances.
With over 15 years of underwriting experience in the insurance industry, having spent ten years at Chubb and five years at AIG prior to that, all in the Management Liability space, Steve joined Gallagher in November 2019. Adding experience and an underwriter’s perspective to the London Team, which is vital for managing relationships and servicing clients in the market.

Tom Hooker, Life Science Underwriter
Celebrating his work anniversary, Thomas has now been at CFC for six years. With five of those years being spent on the Life science team underwriting UK and Rest of World business. As a result of his time within the industry, Thomas has first-hand seen the movement and growth of the industry sector, whilst also understanding the implications it has on insurance requirements. Further reinforcing the importance of having a bespoke insurance arrangement to effectively meet the unique needs of Life science clients.

Aaron Langthorne, Life Science Underwriter
Currently employed as a Life Science Underwriter at CFC, Aaron transitioned from the role of Assistant Life Science Underwriter a year ago. Aaron’s background merges experiences in both life science and insurance. Previously, Aaron worked as a microbiology technician for a global pharmaceutical company and as a laboratory technician for a biotech firm. Aaron gained insurance expertise at Allianz, where he worked on diverse lines such as marine, fleet, D&O, professional indemnity and property & casualty. This diverse background equips Aaron to navigate the complexities of life science underwriting effectively.

Andy Simmonds, National Team Manager, Risk Management
A seasoned Risk Management Consultant with over 20 years’ experience leading teams of Risk Management Consultants. Committed to effective risk management, Andy provides sound advice, guidance, and leadership to Gallagher clients of all sectors and sizes. As a Chartered Health & Safety practitioner (CMIOSH) and Fellow of the International Institute of Safety Risk Managers (FIIRSM), Andy prioritises practical solutions and drives impactful change, contributing to organisational success and safety.

Andy Hall, Account Executive
Having recently joined Gallagher, Andy has over 25 years of experience working in the insurance industry. He possesses particular expertise in arranging commercial insurance programmes and providing risk management services for a variety of specialist industries, including Life Sciences and MedTech.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Medilink Midlands Members Forum
2024-06-19 09:00 - 12:00 | SMC Corporation, Crownhill, MK8 0AN, United Kingdom
Quarterly forum for Medilink Midlands members, for those companies/individuals who want to support ongoing evolution of Medilink Midlands.
The next members forum which will be held at SMC Corporation (UK) in Milton Keynes, will be an update and continuation from the last member forum event which was held in March. We’re working on making digital and innovative change to enhance the Medilink Midlands membership community experience, and you’ll be one of the first to hear updates.
There will also be a Roundtable discussion for members to have their say, aimed at establishing more insights into International interest.

Countries members trade with now and why?
Countries of interest for our members in the future and why?

If the invite to this Medilink Midlands member only event hasn’t reached your inbox, please email info@medilinkmidlands.com to receive the details and booking link. Online registration is essential.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Celebrating Innovation Support
2024-06-19 13:00 - 15:30 | ARU, 92 Tindal Building, Alan Cherry Drive, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1SQ, United Kingdom
Join Medilink Midlands, Anglia Ruskin University and Essex County Council for this celebratory event to learn about the fantastic support that has been given to the East of England region and what more there is to come. This is a great opportunity to network and be informed, delegates will include innovators who have participated in the Ambitious Essex Innovation Accelerator.

This event will highlight the successes from:

ABOVE project, which has provided innovation support grants as well as sector-specific events around the themes of health, performance and wellbeing. Medilink Midlands continue to partner with Arise Innovation Hubs to provide expert guidance to SMEs on how to overcome barriers to growth throughout their innovation journey. Essex County Council has provided the funding for this project in support of their ten-year strategy to grow the life science, DigiTech, advanced manufacturing and engineering sectors, leading to more opportunity, jobs and growth across Essex.
Ambitious Essex Innovation Accelerator: Igniting Startup Success, the accelerator is passionate about transforming early-stage ideas into viable business ventures. Tailored specifically for pre-startup companies, our accelerator programme provides the foundational support needed to navigate the initial and often most challenging phase of business development.

The programme for the afternoon, is as follows:
1pm – Lunch and Networking
1.45pm – Welcome and introduction – Melanie Davidson, CEO, Medilink Midlands
2pm – ABOVE Project – Jack Ellum, Arise Innovation Manager, Anglia Ruskin University
2.10pm- Case study – Ingrid Folland, CEO, Japeto
2.20pm – Ambitious Essex Accelerator – Jack Daniels, Sector Development Lead, Essex County Council
2.30pm – Case study – Emma Shelley, founder, Sip N Squeak
2.40pm – Closing comments, next steps for support in the region – Medilink Midlands
2.50pm – Networking
3:30pm – Close

WEBINAR: Guidance on the Latest Updates of R&D Tax Credits
2024-06-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Join Medilink Midlands Patron Member TBAT Innovation for this insightful webinar with expert Ian Davie, Senior Consultant, where he will delve into the dynamic landscape of R&D Tax Credits. In this free 1-hour webinar you will discover the latest updates, key strategies, and expert insights to maximise your returns. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, this session promises invaluable guidance to navigate the complexities of R&D tax incentives effectively.
During the webinar, Ian will discuss:
• Latest Legislation Changes to R&D tax credits
• Compliance Checks with HMRC
• What to consider when making a claim
There will be plenty of opportunity during this session to put your questions to Ian, as well as an opportunity to book a free 1-2-1 discussion post-event.
Speaker Biography:

Ian Davie, Senior R&D Tax Consultant, TBAT Innovation Ltd
Ian, a seasoned Senior R&D Tax Consultant, boasts over 7 years of dedicated service at TBAT Innovation. With a wealth of experience rooted in the manufacturing sector, Ian’s professional journey ignited at Rolls-Royce, supported by sponsorship for his Mechanical Engineering degree. Ian’s unwavering commitment revolves around securing R&D tax credits and grants while delivering indispensable advice and top-tier consultancy services to our esteemed TBAT clients.
TBAT Innovation
TBAT is a forward-thinking, value-driven, independent consultancy with over 20 years’ experience working with technology & research and development organisations all over the UK to fund their innovation. Their innovation support services include Grant Funding, R&D Tax Credits, Video Game Tax Relief, Capital Allowances, SEIS/EIS, Patent Box and more. Visit their website to read more here.

Microbiology Discovery Event
2024-06-27 12:00 - 16:00 | Medical Technologies Innovation Facility (MTIF), Clifton Campus, NTU, Clifton Lane, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG11 8NS
The Medical Technologies Innovation Facility (MTIF) is to hold an exciting Microbiology Discovery Event this summer.
This event will provide an introduction to MTIF’s Microbiology capabilities and services. There will be live presentations, facility tours and the opportunity to ask questions of our experts.
If you are interested in attending this event, please complete the short form below and a member of the team will be in contact.
MTIF Microbiology Discovery Event (office.com)
Should you have any questions regarding this event, please contact mtif@ntu.ac.uk.

East Midlands Microbiome Research Network (EMMRN) Research Day 2024
2024-07-03 09:00 - 17:00 | College Court, Knighton Road, Knighton, LE2 3UF, United Kingdom
Learn about microbiome research in the East Midlands
The East Midlands Microbiome Research Network (EMMRN) brings together expertise from across the region to showcase world-leading microbiome-related research and coordinate collaborative opportunities. The network is also working to influence policy at a national level. The EMMRN brings together a diverse group of researchers from Nottingham Trent University, University of Nottingham, University of Leicester, University of Derby, University of Loughborough and University of Lincoln. The Network takes a One Health approach to understanding the complexities of the microbiome and aims to capitalise on academic and industry expertise across human, animal, soil and plant microbiomes to facilitate multidisciplinary approaches to novel innovations. Bimonthly online seminars and research days facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration. If you would like to join the network, please contact eastmidlandsmicrobiomenetwork@ntu.ac.uk.
On 3 July 2024 the EMMRN is holding its first Research Day, at College Court, University of Leicester. Registration is free.

We invite applications from SMEs for innovation vouchers to support collaborative microbiome work with the NBIC Nottingham research team. Please request further information from nbic@nottingham.ac.uk and consider presenting a pitch at the event.
Event Details:
The programme will consist of:

Invited talks covering a variety of hot-topics and challenges in the field;
16 flash talks drawn from submitted abstracts and posters
A panel discussion with a focus on influencing policy to address the levelling-up agenda, to harness the concentrated collection of leaders in the microbiome field, and provide an opportunity for raising awareness of this amongst the ECRs alongside giving them a forum to contribute
Several networking opportunities throughout the day

Full programme details will be announced in the coming weeks, however, we are delighted to confirm the following speakers:

Lindsay Hall (University of Birmingham): Human gut microbiome: infant microbiome and health
Fiona Whelan (University of Nottingham): The human microbiome in the context of microbial pangenomics
Julie McDonald (Imperial College London): The mechanisms used by the human gut microbiota to protect against colonisation by multidrug resistant organisms
Roberto La Ragione (University of Surrey): Veterinary microbiomes and their influence on AMR in the context of Zoonotic and food-borne infections
Matt Hutchings (John Inness Centre): Environmental microbiome
Tania Dottorini (University of Nottingham): The application of Machine learning (Artificial Intelligence) to identify genes co-occurring in the microbiome with antimicrobial resistance using one-health studies

IN-PERSON EVENT: Unlocking Growth: Accounting & Business Strategies for Health & Med Tech
2024-07-16 10:00 - 13:30 | Coventry University Technology Park, Puma Way, Coventry, CV1 2TT
Level up your Health & Med Tech Business at this West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator event!
Join us for an insightful session designed to supercharge your company’s growth. In partnership with Azets, a leading accounting and business advisory firm, we’ll delve into the secrets of maximizing your financial potential.
Here’s what you’ll gain:

Craft a winning business strategy: Leverage their experience to identify new market opportunities, refine your go-to-market approach, and navigate the financial landscape.
Unlock hidden profits: Discover how to claim valuable R&D tax credits and optimize cashflow management strategies.
Master the art of financial planning: Gain insights on investment strategies and develop robust forecasting models for a secure future.

This event is your chance to gain a competitive edge, ensure financial stability, and propel your business to the next level. Don’t miss out – register today!
Agenda Highlights:

10:00am – Registration & Coffee
10:30am – Welcome & Introduction by Danielle Hamill, Azets
10:40am – Guest speaker – Stuart Bentley, R&D Director – R&D, patent box, market strategy and grants
11:10am – Break
11:20am – Guest speaker, Natasha Hill, Corporate Finance Associate Director – Projections, funding and presenting to investors
11:50am – Guest speaker, Claire Purbhoo, Central Head of Outsourcing – Financial reporting, software, forecasting and scenario planning
12:20pm – Networking Lunch
1:30pm – Close

To read more about Medilink Midlands’ role within the WMHTIA project, click here.
For more information on the wider project, click here to visit the WMHTIA website.
This event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA, a project funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).

IN-PERSON: Medilink Midlands Summer Networking
2024-07-18 15:00 - 18:00 | The Manor House, Woodhouse Rd, Quorn, LE12 8AL, United Kingdom
Join Medilink Midlands for an afternoon of networking with some of the region’s finest as we host our Summer Networking event.
This year, we are theming the event around a summer festival, so dust off your brightly-coloured clothing and join us for an afternoon of entertainment, great food and garden games!
The event is a great opportunity for you to socialise with your colleagues, and make new connections within the Midlands med-tech and life science sector in a fun and laid-back environment.
We hope to see you there!

Agenda
3pm Guests arrival and welcome drink
3:30pm Welcome on behalf of Medilink Midlands and event sponsor Adamson Jones
3:45pm Garden games, entertainment and networking at leisure
*food to be served at 4:30pm
6pm Guests depart

Tickets
1 x free ticket per member organisation
Non-member tickets: £50
Additional Member tickets: £35 (includes 30% discount)
NB. Please email info@medilinkmidlands.com for booking codes.

With thanks to event sponsor:

Member Benefits showcase - International Focus
2024-07-22 16:00 - 17:30 | Online via GoToWebinar
Exclusive invitation for Medilink Midlands members.
Join us on 22nd July as we showcase our new international service offer.
Jo Bekis, Head of Partnerships at Medilink Midlands will highlight a Multi City Trade Mission opportunity during October 2024 with wrap around services and travel funding for those members who are seeking to expand into the USA and Canadian market.
This is a fantastic opportunity to hear first-hand what the offer includes:

Recap on international supporting services
Overview of the Trade Mission
The opportunities in USA/Canada
Travel funding up to 70%
Q&A

Joining us from Innovate UK, Claire Gregory, will explain the funding opportunity and process including what it can be used for and the application process. Members will also hear from Raj Theper from the UK Export Academy who will share how they can support your journey of exporting and expanding your overseas market. Plus, Andrea Collins, from the Global Export Department, covering funding via Ashfield district council AAG and free ‘Export for Readiness’ reviews.
City of Mentor, Ohio, USA
The City of Mentor, a regional economic hub just east of Cleveland, Ohio, is home to numerous medtech/biotech firms, including the STERIS Corporation. For the last six years, the City of Mentor has enjoyed a relationship with Medilink Midlands to assist those looking further explore operating in the US market. We specialize in a concierge-based approach to business relationship building, introducing companies to a world-class and affordable healthcare ecosystem in Northeast Ohio, partnering with internationally known entities like the Cleveland Clinic, and companies across the region to find matchmaking opportunities for international companies, and providing soft-landing experience and various incentives to companies looking to establish a North American presence. Click here to find out more on City of Mentor.

Brampton, Canada
Brampton is a city that embraces the world. We have a talented, diverse and youthful workforce.
We are a fast-growing and vibrant city located in the Greater Toronto Area in the middle of Canada’s innovation corridor. Brampton is attracting talent and investment from around the world and business is booming.
Toronto Metropolitan University’s new medical school is under construction in Brampton, bringing health care innovation and inspiring a focus on growing our MedTech sector guided by the City’s new MedTech taskforce. Brampton is home to industry giants, including Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Dynacare, Taro Pharmaceuticals and Canon.
40% of Canada’s Life Sciences companies are in the Greater Toronto Area and Brampton is on the cusp of an exiting phase of growth. Click here to find out more on Brampton.
There will be a Q&A session with the full panel to answer any of your questions on this new service, the opportunity, ongoing support, funding, and regulation.
In the first instance, following the webinar, attendees will be invited to complete an online Expression of Interest to join this exciting Trade Mission led by Medilink Midlands.
Please note, we have 8 company places available, which will be offered on a first come first served basis (who meet the criteria) with priority given to Medilink Midlands members. *terms apply for the travel fund and is led by our funded partners.
To find out more about the benefits of joining our Medilink Midlands community, visit >>> https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/membership-benefits/
Who should attend?
Targeted towards established businesses who have been trading for 3 years +, and ready to start exporting or already exporting.

ONLINE Event: Master the Art of Pitching - Your Pitch Deck, Perfected
2024-08-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Online via GoToWebinar
Are you tired of creating pitch decks that fall flat? Join our upcoming webinar to discover the secrets to crafting a pitch deck that captivates your audience and secures funding.
Learn from industry experts as they share proven tips and tricks to:

Identify the key elements of a winning pitch deck
Avoid common pitfalls that can derail your presentation
Create a compelling narrative that resonates with investors
Design visually stunning slides that leave a lasting impression

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your pitching game!
Speaker Biography
Gary Hyem
Gary is a Corporate Finance Partner at Azets, a leading UK accounting firm which is focussed on advising privately owned, entrepreneurial businesses.
Originally qualified as a Chartered Accountant with Arthur Andersen, Gary has for the last 30 years been advising owners, management teams and entrepreneurs on executing their strategic plans including acquisitions, exits, mergers, management buyouts and raising related finance for development capital, acquisition funding or working capital.
Gary has worked with businesses with deal sizes ranging from a pound to over £150m across a broad range of sectors including industrial manufacturing / engineering, logistics, healthcare, business services, and technology.
Gary has worked in the Corporate Finance transactional teams at PwC, EY, Clearwater International and FRP, amongst others. He has also spent five years as a partner in a private equity fund originating, structuring and managing equity investments in growing businesses.
He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales and also holds the ICAEW’s CF certification.
Outside of work, Gary enjoys rugby, football, DIY and being a Dad and taxi service to his children.

To read more about Medilink Midlands’ role within the WMHTIA project, click here.
For more information on the wider project, click here to visit the WMHTIA website.
This event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA, a project funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).

IN-PERSON EVENT: MedTech Strategic Innovation Gateway - The Future of Healthcare with AI
2024-09-12 09:30 - 13:00 | STEAMHouse Birmingham, Belmont Row, Birmingham, B4 7RQ, United Kingdom
With thanks to our event hosts:
The Medilink Midlands Strategic Innovation Gateways create an environment for innovation, knowledge exchange, business opportunities and networking.
Delivered in partnership with a select consortium of experts from academia, clinicians and industry, the Medilink Midlands Strategic Innovation Gateways (SIG) will help to create intelligence and data which will be used to inform policy making and influence national and regional strategies for the sector.
Medilink Midlands invites you to join the second in the series of SIG events, to expand your knowledge of the medtech space, specifically, the future of healthcare with Artificial Intelligence (AI).
As a region, the Midlands houses one of the greatest health and life sciences clusters and the largest number of medtech companies in the UK, with over 1,200 life sciences businesses supporting over 33,000 high skilled jobs, and an economy worth more than £200bn a year.
Home to rapidly growing cluster of digital health companies and more digital startups than any other UK area outside of London – the Midlands is the powerhouse for the medtech and life sciences industry.
This event offers a gateway to representatives who can offer support and guidance with medtech developments and innovations, connect you with academic, business and clinical communities to help forge collaborative partnerships.
Programme:
9:30am – Registrations and Refreshments
10:00am – Welcome and Introductions, Professor Philip Breedon, Professor of Smart Technologies, Nottingham Trent University and Chair of the MedTech Strategic Innovation Gateway
10:05am – Transforming Healthcare Through AI-Powered Innovation, Dr Junaid Arshad, Professor in Cyber Security, Birmingham City University
10:15am – AI and Intellectual Property in Healthcare, Simon Cooper, Managing Director, Adamson Jones
– Why does it matter?
– Opportunities and threats
– Recent legal developments, case studies and examples
– Recommendations
10:40am – Reimagining operating rooms with AI vision, Maks Kozarzewski, COO, VitVio
11:05am – Refreshments, Break and Networking
11:30am – AI Regulations and Medical Devices: Artificial Hope or Intelligent Solution, Richard Bassett, Principal Regulatory Consultant, DLRC
– Exploring various types of AI and their applications in healthcare
– Essential regulatory considerations for integrating AI into medical devices
– The impact of AI Act and Medical Device Legislation on AI-driven healthcare innovations
11:55 – Integrating AI and Human-Centred Design in Healthcare: A Path to Better Outcomes, James Lomas, Co-Founder/CTO, Blüm Health Ltd
12:20pm – Closing Remarks Professor Philip Breedon, Professor of Smart Technologies, Nottingham Trent University and Chair of the MedTech Strategic Innovation Gateway
12:30pm – Lunch and Networking
Cost and tickets:
Registrations are now closed. If you would like to book a ticket, please email events@medilinkmidlands.com.
£20 plus VAT for members of Medilink
£40 plus VAT for non-members
£10 plus VAT for students
To receive the member or student discount code email events@medilinkmidlands.com.
Please enter the code when you purchase your tickets and the amount will be amended automatically.
Speaker Profiles:

MedTech SIG Chair: Professor Philip Breedon, Professor of Smart Technologies, Nottingham Trent University
Philip holds multiple positions and interests surrounding medical technologies, with his research interests and latest projects centred on new and emerging technologies and materials, including surgical robotics, extended reality technologies and environments, the surgical pathway and investigative research related to the utilisation of ‘smart materials’ for medical applications.

Dr Junaid Arshad, Professor in Cyber Security, Birmingham City University
Junaid is a Professor in Cyber Security at Birmingham City University. He has 15 years of research experience and expertise in investigating and addressing cybersecurity challenges for diverse computing paradigms such as High Performance Computing, Cloud computing, IoT, and blockchain. He is actively engaged in investigating the opportunities and threats of Machine Learning and AI, exploring the use of AI-based systems to address specific challenges as well as security and trustworthiness of ML and AI systems.
Junaid is continuously engaged with businesses to support their needs especially with respect to digital transformation and trustworthy use of technological advancements to solve everyday problems. He has led number of projects in collaboration with industrial partners funded by Innovate UK and other third party funding agencies. He is currently leading BCU team for West Midlands Healthtech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) project where the team is supporting 15+ Healthtech organisations within West Midlands region with their specific product development and technology enhancement needs, many of which are focused on leveraging AI and ML to advance their products.
Junaid is an alumnus of the Innovate UK & DCMS funded CyberASAP programme, commercially prototyping the CyMonD system for effective monitoring & defence of IoT-based systems against cyber-threats. Junaid has successfully achieved research funding from UK and overseas funding agencies, and has worked as a security specialist for a number of EU funded projects with experience of developing bespoke security solutions. Junaid has successfully published high quality research within cybersecurity and has more than 70 publications at high quality venues including journals, book chapters, conferences and workshops. He regularly serves on editorial boards and programme committees of different journals and conferences.

Simon Cooper, Managing Director, Adamson Jones
Simon is managing director of Adamson Jones, a dedicated firm of patent and trade mark attorneys within the professional services group Gateley.
Simon’s patent practice covers a wide range of different technologies, but with a particular focus on medical devices, including mechanical, electrical, and software-based technology for medical applications. Simon has particular experience working for successful, innovative manufacturers and spin-out companies, assisting his clients in navigating competitor IP rights, and creating patent, registered design and registered trade mark portfolios around valuable technology and product ranges.

Maks Kozarzewski, COO, VitVio
Maks is the COO at VitVio, a startup using computer vision and AI to make operating rooms more efficient. Before joining VitVio, Maks led UK’s top-ranked team competing in the SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition, gaining him Forbes “25 under 25” title for his contributions to the space. He also developed medical diagnostic devices at a leading technology consultancy and has experience in public policy. He holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of Edinburgh.

Richard Bassett, Principal Regulatory Consultant, DLRC
Richard is a medical device quality and regulatory professional, with a comprehensive background encompassing the utilisation, research, and manufacturing of medical devices and in vitro diagnostics (IVDs). Currently serving as a Principal Regulatory Consultant at DLRC, a renowned regulatory affairs consultancy with a team of over 80 highly qualified regulatory professionals, Richard operates from the UK office, contributing to DLRC’s success in strategically located offices across the UK, Germany, and the US.
Richard brings over 14 years of extensive experience within the medical device industry. He has held roles including quality management, regulatory compliance, and clinical strategy development. His expertise extends to effective supplier engagement and guiding product development. Richard’s professional journey has traversed roles with a legal manufacturer, consultancy positions, and contributions to a Notified Body. Richard holds a master’s degree in molecular biology, complemented by a second master’s degree in medical law, which specifically focused on UK and EU Medical Device Regulations. His dedication to sharing and imparting his knowledge is evident through his five-year tenure as a lecturer on medical device regulatory affairs at Cambridge University, where he has made valuable contributions to the BioEnterprise MSc course. As a Principal Regulatory Consultant at DLRC, Richard continues to bring his wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience to navigate the complex landscape of medical device regulations, contributing to DLRC’s reputation as an award-winning consultancy.

James Lomas, Co-Founder/CTO, Blüm Health Ltd
James has demonstrated a diverse and impactful career spanning several key positions. With over a decade of experience, he has been pivotal in various leadership roles. At Blüm Heath, he currently holds the position of Co-Founder and Chief Technical & Product Officer since October 2019. In this capacity, he has built and advised the product and technical strategy, whilst growing and managing the respective teams.
James has previously worked in leadership roles within large tech companies, most recently at Blue Prism. Complex systems were a part of the Blue Prism software ecosystem, pioneering the category of Robotic Process Automation, a field recognised globally for its innovation, with Blue Prism being voted into the MIT top 50 smartest companies from 2016-2021. James has successfully coordinated and delivered product leadership, solution design and execution of the cloud portfolio of products during this period up until their acquisition by SS&C. He also championed and established the Design System with internal and external interactions within teams and customers for future products.
His expertise spans diverse sectors, including Finance, Venture Capital, Banking, FinTech, and Health Tech. His extensive experience in project leadership, coupled with his technical proficiency, has enabled him to drive innovation and growth within these organisations. In the Finance and Venture Capital sectors, he has collaborated with stakeholders to identify procedural frictions, commercial opportunities, and develop strategies aligning with market trends, innovation landscape, and financial goals. His contributions in Banking and FinTech involve developing technology-driven solutions to enhance financial services and customer experiences, while ensuring regulatory compliance. In Health Tech, as indicated by his work with clients like the NHS, he focuses on integrating technology to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes. His experience working with both public and private companies has given him a deep understanding of various organisational structures and market dynamics.
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IN-PERSON EVENT: Growing the East of England Health and MedTech Cluster
2024-09-18 10:15 - 14:30 | Mills & Reeve LLP, Botanic House, 100 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 1PH, United Kingdom
Attention Health and MedTech companies: If you’re looking to accelerate your growth, don’t miss this event hosted by Medilink Midlands and Health Tech Enterprise.
With over 20 years of experience supporting MedTech and Life Sciences companies, we invite you to hear directly from industry leaders, regional support organisations, and businesses that have already benefited from our assistance.
This event is also your chance to influence the future of support in the East of England and contribute to shaping the vision of a MedTech Cluster in the region.
“SEHTA is delighted to partner with Medilink Midlands to talk to the audience about how SEHTA can support SMEs in the East of England from the MedTech and Life Sciences sector” – Neil Roberts, Managing Director, SEHTA
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn and have your voice heard!
Programme:
10:15am – Registrations, Refreshments & Networking
11:00am – Host Welcome & Introduction, James Fry, Partner, Head of Life Sciences, Mills & Reeve
11:05am – Strategic Overview & Welcome, Melanie Davidson, Chief Executive Officer, Medilink Midlands & Dr Anne Blackwood, CEO, Health Tech Enterprise
11:10am – The role of Health Innovation East in supporting companies to help generate improved heath and wealth in the East of England, Philip Shelton, Head of Industry Partnerships and Net Zero Lead, Health Innovation East
11:30am – Turning ideas into successful medical devices, Danny Godfrey, Co-Founder & Director, eg technology
11:50pm – Leveraging Support for Success: My Journey of Innovation in the NHS, Dr Shaobin Wu, Co-Founder, C-Prio Ltd
12:05pm – Refreshments & Networking
12:20pm – Health Tech Enterprise Support, Max Bardwell, Head of Business Development, Health Tech Enterprise
12:25pm – Medilink Midlands Support, Raghul Senthilnathan, Innovation Adviser, Medilink Midlands
12:30pm – SEHTA Support for SMEs, Neil Roberts, Managing Director, SEHTA
12:35pm – Anglia Ruskin University Support, Dr Beverley Vaughan, Arise Innovation Hubs Director, Anglia Ruskin University
12:40pm – Group Breakouts: What support you would like to see in the East of England and what a MedTech Cluster would look like
13:15pm – Closing Remarks and Next Steps, Melanie Davidson, Chief Executive Officer, Medilink Midlands
13:25pm – Lunch & Networking
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Please ensure that you secure your free place, as spaces are limited and available on a first come, first served basis, priority will be given to East of England organisations.
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Speaker Profiles:

James Fry, Partner, Head of Life Sciences, Mills & Reeve
James is a leading life sciences lawyer and heads the firm’s multi-disciplinary life sciences practice. He specialises in advising businesses and organisations in the sector on intellectual property matters and complex commercial contracting. In particular, James has longstanding and deep knowledge of research and technology collaborations, intellectual property licensing and the distribution and promotion of medical and medicinal products. He also regularly advises on regulatory issues relevant to the sector, such as product classification, clinical trials and advertising. His clients include GSK, Illumina, F-star, The Binding Site, NRG Therapeutics, Mission Therapeutics and Neurocrine Biosciences. James has been ranked in the Intellectual Property sections of Chambers and Partners for many years. The Directories describe James as “an excellent lawyer” (Legal 500) and “an outstanding IP practitioner and life sciences specialist” (Chambers).

Melanie Davidson, Chief Executive Officer, Medilink Midlands
Melanie brings a background of industrial research and business development from West Pharmaceutical Service’s Drug Delivery Division. She also broadens our bioscience reach having studied Animal Science at The University of Nottingham. Before joining Medilink, Melanie gained valuable experience in economic development and international investment at the East Midlands Development Agency (emda).

Dr Anne Blackwood, CEO, Health Tech Enterprise
Anne is Chief Executive of Health Tech Enterprise (HTE), a leading NHS innovation and technology consultancy based in Cambridge. Anne has been actively involved in intellectual property management and commercialisation of life science technologies for over 20 years. She is also Chair of the Medtech Accelerator, a joint venture with public sector partners that awards proof of concept funding to develop medical technologies that meet a clinical need in the NHS. She was formerly Chair and co-founder of Medovate, a venture backed innovation development company dedicated to the commercialisation of medical technologies created within the NHS. Anne is passionate about improving the quality and efficiency of healthcare services through technology and innovation.

Philip Shelton PhD, Head of Industry Partnerships and Net Zero Lead, Health Innovation East
Philip joined Health Innovation East in 2020 from Philips and has over 20 years’ experience in life sciences, NHS research and implementation and digital health. He specialises in AI and imaging and innovation focusing on helping the NHS reach their Net Zero targets.
As Head of Industry Partnerships and Net Zero Lead within our commercial team he is responsible for consulting and building a range of strategic partnerships with national and internation companies. These include Bayer, Fujitsu, Abbott and AstraZeneca. He is further supporting the two Imaging Networks in the East of England. Philip also takes a lead role in the national Net Zero and sustainability portfolio and recently was commissioned to conduct two evaluation studies on Apollo Phase Change Solutions panels and the Net Zero benefits of the Abbott Indexor pre-analytics system.

Danny Godfrey, Co-Founder & Director, eg technology
Danny co-founded eg technology ltd in 2002, with fellow director Andrew Ede. Based in Cambridge (UK), eg technology is a product design, engineering and development consultancy, specialising in the MedTech sector, which has now grown to employ over 40 engineering and commercial staff. With a BA and MEng in Engineering from Cambridge University and more than 20 years’ experience in product design and engineering, Danny’s role is to provide corporate leadership, develop new business opportunities and oversee the technical and strategic direction of projects. He has in depth knowledge of the entire project life cycle, from the initial proposal writing, technical & creative input, design implementation, review processes and the early identification of development risks. Motivating staff and nurturing client relationships are important aspects of Danny’s day-to-day work – valuing and developing our team of bright, can-do people and ensuring clients are satisfied with what eg does have been the foundations of success for the company.

Dr Shaobin Wu, Co-Founder, C-Prio Ltd
Dr. Shaobin Wu is a Consultant Histopathologist and the newly appointed Trust Clinical Lead for Genomics at East Suffolk and North Essex Foundation Trust. With a deep passion for healthcare innovation, Dr. Wu has played a key role in advancing digital transformation within the NHS. As a Topol Digital Fellow and NHS Clinical Entrepreneur, she has developed valuable skills in agile project management, person-centred design, and the integration of digital technologies in healthcare.
In addition to her clinical roles, Dr. Wu is the Co-founder of C-Prio Ltd, where she takes the leadership role to leverage AI and automation to address critical challenges in NHS histopathology service, particularly in cancer diagnostics. Her entrepreneurial journey is distinguished by the strategic support and funding she has received from the Arise ABOVE program, which have been instrumental in progressing her visionary ideas towards impactful solutions. Through her leadership and commitment, Dr. Wu continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare, making meaningful contributions to both clinical practice and the broader entrepreneurial landscape.

Max Bardwell, Head of Business Development, Health Tech Enterprise
An experienced professional in technology development and innovation, Max Bardwell joined HTE in 2022 as Head of Business Development. His role is varied and includes developing new commercial partnerships, opening up new market opportunities and driving sales growth. Max has 20 years of experience in the development of scientific instrumentation and medical technologies and has worked for number of higher education institutions and spin out companies in research, technology transfer and commercialisation of technology innovations. He has experience in the protection and exploitation of intellectual property, project management and effective collaborative strategic partnership between industry and academia. Max has a BSc in Chemistry from Nottingham Trent University, an MBA from the Open University and a PhD in Atmospheric Chemistry from Nottingham Trent University.

Raghul Senthilnathan, Innovation Adviser, Medilink Midlands
Raghul is a dynamic Innovation Adviser with a master’s degree in Biotech and Pharma Management from UCL, he has a very strong background in life sciences and healthcare innovation. He has successfully founded two innovative start ups and has personal expertise in digital technologies. Raghul is skilled in leading accelerator programmes and supporting early stage companies to navigate challenges and realise their potential in contributing to the economy. He also has expertise in coaching, mentoring and business diagnostics to help innovators avoid pitfalls and succeed.

Neil Roberts, Managing Director, SEHTA
Neil has been the Managing Director since April 2021, having previously been COO since July 2018. In July 2022, Neil was appointed non-executive Chairman to the Board of Exhalation Technology Ltd, which has attracted more than £11m in investor funding. In addition he is a business Mentor at Imperial College, London, as part of the Imperial Venture Mentoring Service.
Based on more than 30 years as a Senior Executive in the medical technology market, he has a track record of success in driving business development and growth, via sales and marketing, domestic and international distributor management, market access, major accounts, new business integration, and change management. This has been gained in the UK and in export both within an SME and market leading corporate environment. His approach is based on pragmatism, enabled by detailed market understanding, with the highest importance placed on the execution of consequent action plans as the key to success. He has managed product though NICE Technology Appraisal (TA), and other market access processes. Served as Industry Representative on the RCOphth Working Party into the safety of laser eye surgery in the UK, and as Chair of the Ophthalmic Special Interest Group at the ABHI. A degree in Medical Biochemistry from London University has been enhanced by business management education at Ashridge and the completion of leadership studies at Harvard.

Dr Beverley Vaughan, Arise Innovation Hubs Director, Anglia Ruskin University
Beverley joined the Arise Innovation Hubs as Director in June 2021, with over 20 years’ experience in the healthcare and life sciences sector. Beverley trained as a clinical scientist in Haematology and working at Cambridge and London University Hospitals. Working in the innovation sector for the last 10 years with roles in Stevenage Bioscience Catalyst (SBC), Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult (CGT) and the University of Oxford. Whilst at SBC Beverley supported the development of translational research facilities and raised funding from multiple pharma and biotech companies for the Open Innovation Challenge in Neurodegeneration. At CGT Beverley managed a wide portfolio of project from novel drug discovery spin outs to NHS led delivery of cell therapy products. Most recently she was responsible for the delivery of a drug discovery consortium-UKSPINE- pivoting traditional pathways to meet the demands of healthy aging with partners, Universities of Oxford, Dundee and Birmingham, Medicines Discovery Catapult, The Francis Crick Institute and Sanger Centre Cambridge. Since joining Arise as Director Beverley has been working on building the life science strategy for their newest hub located on the Harlow Innovation Park, leading on strategy, fund raising and partnering activities to build a cluster of expertise within this synapse of the London-Cambridge corridor. She is also a member of the NC3Rs CRACKIT advisory panel.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Medilink Midlands Members Forum
2024-09-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Adamson Jones part of Gately, Park View House, 58 The Ropewalk, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 5DW, United Kingdom
Quarterly Member Forums are an ideal opportunity for members to connect, generate ideas and hear first-hand updates around Medilink Midlands activity. A chance to have your voice heard and input into how your membership can better support our network within the Med-Tech and Life Science Sector.
The next member forum will include an update and round-up of Medilink Midlands activity from Chris Dyke, Head of Connectivity and Joanne Maltby, Head of Projects.
We’re keen to hear from our members in terms of the Medilink Midlands Events Programme. We want to ensure we’re continuously developing and offering events which are informative and fun! And so there’s an opportunity to give your input via roundtable discussion which will be held by our newly appointed Events Manager, Linsey Horsepool.
Member and host, Adamson Jones are patent and trade mark attorneys, specialising in obtaining intellectual property rights for businesses and organisations in the UK, Europe and throughout the world, and will share their insights into how they can support members. So, if you have any IP questions, this is your chance to ask the experts!
Importantly, Adamson Jones will be hosting a mini session which will cover information around the new IP Advance Funding. Find out more about the fund here.
If the invite to this Medilink Midlands member only event hasn’t reached your inbox, please email events@medilinkmidlands.com to receive the details and booking link. Online registration is essential.

IN-PERSON: Medilink Midlands Innovation Day 2024
2024-10-03 09:00 - 17:00 | Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Coventry, CV6 6GE, United Kingdom
Our flagship event for the who’s who in the Midlands Life Sciences Sector is coming soon, on Thursday 3 October we shall be collaborating and networking at a new venue – Coventry Building Society Arena.
A new venue means, more exhibitors, more networking and more opportunities.
Medilink Midlands Innovation Day will welcome the Midlands life sciences community to Coventry to share the latest inspiring developments from across the sector. The day sits proudly within our annual programme as the flagship event of the year for those in the Life Sciences sector.
The full day event includes:

A conference of high profile sector specific inspiring speakers

An exhibition

Networking opportunities
More to be revealed over the coming months

Centrally located the event pulls together academics, clinicians and businesses from across the Midlands to come together at this renowned event to share ideas/network and forge partnerships.
Bookings are now closed. To enquire about availability, please email events@medilinkmidlands.com.
To read more about Medilink Midlands’ role within the WMHTIA project, click here.
For more information on the wider project, click here to visit the WMHTIA website.
This event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA, a project funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).
