Engineering Supply Chain Show 2024
2024-04-15 - 2024-04-19 | NEC Birmingham, Hall 2, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
We’re pleased to announce we’ll be joining over 500 exhibitors with a presence at MACH24, as part of the Engineering Supply Chain Show 2024, co-located in Hall 6 of the NEC. Attendees will also have the chance to hear from InterAct Co-director, Professor Jan Godsell, as she discusses all things InterAct.
InterAct will be based on a stand located at 6-681 on the show floorplan, by the Seminar Theatre. We’ll be engaging with businesses from across the manufacturing sector, sharing the latest insights and outputs from the wide range of projects we’ve funded.
As part of our participation, Professor Jan Godsell will be delivering a talk entitled ‘From Human Insight to Human Action – InterAct and the Future of Manufacturing’. Taking place as part of the seminar programme on the Seminar Theatre stage from 14:00 – 14:30, Tuesday 16th April. This talk will provide an overview of our full programme of research. Professor Godsell will be highlighting some of the key themes of our work and showcasing how our insights can support sustainability, resilience, productivity, and wellbeing.
To register your place, please click here.

Partners and Pastries - Business Networking Event
2024-04-16 08:00 - 10:00 (Europe/London) | Charnwood Campus Loughborough, LE11 5RB, Charnwood Campus Loughborough, Loughborough, LE11 5RB, United Kingdom
Join TBAT Innovation and Medilink Midlands for the Partners and Pastries Breakfast Networking Event.
The event will take place at Charnwood Campus in Loughborough on Tuesday 16th April, from 8am.
Attendees can expect:

Speed networking: Engage with a diverse group of professionals in a relaxed setting
Breakfast refreshments
Introduction by Sam Stephens, Founding Director, TBAT Innovation
Brief overview of Medilink Midlands by Jo Bekis, Head of Partnerships, Medilink Midlands
90-second pitch opportunities from TBAT partners

Please note: Partners are invited to take a 90-second pitch slot – selected Partners will be advised prior to the event. If you are interested in pitching, please email jor@tbat.co.uk.
Attendance is free of charge, but registration is essential. Please register using code MM15 (limited to one place per organisation).
Click to book your place.

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).

People & Recruitment Workshop - Retaining the best people you can
2024-04-17 13:00 - 16:30 | TBC, Birmingham, United Kingdom
This free-to-attend online workshop, running as part of the Innovation Challenge, is designed to delve into the people and recruitment solutions you need to know in order to support your business growth. Discussion around problems and challenges with opportunities highlighted to reduce the effects of barriers within people and recruitment – supporting you on your journey to commercialisation and being a disrupter in the marketplace.
The Innovation Challenge has been designed by a group of well established experts, to stimulate and support innovation in SMEs by leveraging the expertise of our unique partner network.
This event is one of four interactive workshops, designed to support growing SME’s through the highs and lows of how to successfully innovate, grow and succeed. All of the workshops are open to the public and free-to-attend, with no requirement to apply to The Innovation Challenge. If you would like to find out more about the application process, please click here.
This informative People & Recruitment workshop will consist of short presentations, Q&A’s, comfort breaks throughout and a panel discussion towards the end.

City of Mentor Lunch Networking Event
2024-04-19 11:30 - 14:00 | Hill Dickinson, Broadgate Tower, London, 20 Primrose Street, London, EC2A 2EW
Join the City of Mentor, Ohio, USA for their SME Delegation Visit to the UK and hear from the CCO of the Cleveland Clinic London.
The City of Mentor, a regional economic hub just 20 minutes east of Cleveland, Ohio, USA is integral to the healthcare ecosystem that exists in Northeast Ohio with two-hundred plus manufacturing firms and special emphasis in the Medtech/Biotech space as the home of STERIS Corporation.

The US delegation will highlight opportunities for business in the United States and will be joined by William Rowberry, Chief Commercial Officer from the Cleveland Clinic London, recognised as a world-class health care provider and also has a hospital in Mentor, Ohio.
Maximum limit of 20 companies to attend this event – registrations accepted first-come first-serve so apply early
Target audience: UK SMEs from Lifesciences, MedTech, Healthcare, Health Technology, Diagnostics, Medical Devices, Digital Health, IVD, Innovators, Clinicians, Academics sector, who are interested in accessing US markets.

IN-PERSON EVENT: City of Mentor Networking
2024-04-22 17:00 - 19:00 | The Alchemist, Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2DA, United Kingdom
The City of Mentor, a manufacturing, professional, and retail economic hub located just outside Cleveland, Ohio, USA that is Ohio’s 5th largest manufacturing center and 6th largest retail center can be your company’s gateway to the US market.
With their connections with numerous entities in the United States, particularly in healthcare, aerospace, and precision manufacturing, the City of Mentor’s concierge-based approach can provide many benefits for small to medium sized firms looking to explore connections and investment opportunities in the North American market.
The Greater Birmingham Transatlantic Chambers of Commerce and City of Mentor invite you to join them at an exclusive Business Reception at The Alchemist, Birmingham.
Join us for the opportunity to meet with key contacts as part of this delegation that have travelled to the UK to explore business partnerships.
Schedule

5:00pm: Guest Arrival/Networking
5:45pm:Welcome from GBTCC/City of Mentor
6:00pm: Networking
7:00pm: Event close

Refreshments and canapes will be provided.
Why attend?
Some of our international members will be at this event and you can join us to celebrate our fantastic international partnerships.
This is a fantastic opportunity to network with your fellow transatlantic members!

Booking
Member Price: Free
Future Faces Members: £15
Non-Member Price: £50
Book Here

Event sponsorship available for just £250+VAT

IN PERSON: Making Pharmaceuticals 2024
2024-04-23 - 2024-04-24 | Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Coventry, CV6 6GE, United Kingdom
The UK’s leading free-to-attend Pharmaceutical Exhibition and Conference takes place in person at the Coventry Building Society Area. This annual event brings together expert speakers, leading suppliers and hundreds of industry professionals from across the whole supply chain, for two days of new thinking, new products and new connections.
Key event features include:
– 7 conference streams dedicated to GMP and GDP
– 90+ speakers
– 100+ Exhibitors with products and services to support your business from discovery to distribution
– 3 networking zones
– Awards dinner
– Free parking and breakfast when you arrive before 10am
For more information on attending or exhibiting, visit www.makingpharma.com

WEBINAR: How a LIMS Supports Cybersecurity
2024-04-25 14:30 - 15:30 | Online
Concerned about your lab data security? Interactive Software are delighted to be hosting a free, live webinar on Thursday 25th April from 2.30pm – 3.30pm for Laboratory Managers and professionals who would like to understand more about how a LIMS can support cybersecurity.
The agenda will include:
Training and Awareness
Protecting User Accounts
Regular Software Updates and Patch Management
Access Control and Privilege Management
Network Security Measures
Backup and Disaster Recovery Planning
Data Encryption
Continuous Monitoring and Threat Detection
Vendor and Third-Party Risk Management
We will guide you through how a centralised, secure laboratory information management system that uses modern data encryption methods, authentication protocols and technology can protect your valuable data while still providing connectivity with your other systems to give scientists what they need to carry out their research and testing activities.
For more information and to register your interest, please visit: https://loom.ly/_dcthJ8

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
CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR PLACE

Introduction to Healthtech Insurance Webinar
2024-05-01 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
Medtechs are at the bleeding edge of innovation in healthcare, which can often make sourcing suitable insurance a challenge.

Luckily, healthtech insurance specialists Superscript will be sharing everything you need to know to protect your start-up in this webinar.

SEHTA has teamed with Superscript – an insurance broker for small businesses, sole traders, landlords and high-growth tech firms – to bring you this webinar session.
As the first UK-based insurtech to become a Lloyd’s of London broker, Superscript offers advisory and broking services, alongside a fully self-serve online platform. Its proprietary machine-learning technology and unique multi-carrier model streamline service and delivery – regardless of risk complexity, geography or industry.

FREE TO ATTEND

Presenter – Ella Henderson, Medtech and Tech Specialist Account Manager

Ella will cover the fundamentals of healthtech insurance including –

Why healthtechs should bother with insurance
The types of insurance available to healthtech companies
The do’s and don’ts of insurance
What to do once you have insurance

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.

Bio Integrates 2024
2024-05-15 08:30 - 17:00 | Angela Ruskin University, East Road, Cambridge, CB1 1PT, United Kingdom
Engage with top executives in biotech, CDMO, supply chain, and funding & investment to discuss the major challenges impacting the Biotech sector. Please click here to read the full agenda and learn more about the guest speakers. Medilink members have access to 25% discount. Please email info@medilinkmidlands.com for the discount code.
YOUR IN-PERSON PACKAGE AT BIO INTEGRATES 2024 INCLUDES:

A delegate pass to attend the in-person event in Cambridge
Access to all keynote interviews, plenaries and panel discussions on the day
All refreshment breaks, networking luncheon and drinks reception
Access to the exhibition

Please click here to register.

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).

Product Development & Protection Workshop - Design and protect your innovation
2024-05-22 13:00 - 16:30 | TBC, Birmingham, United Kingdom
This free-to-attend workshop, which will run as part of the Innovation Challenge, is designed to delve into the innovative solutions you need to know to fund your business growth. Discussion around problems and challenges with opportunities highlighted to reduce the effects of product design and protection barriers – supporting you on your journey to commercialisation and being a disrupter in the marketplace.
This event is one of four interactive workshops, designed to support growing SME’s through the highs and lows of how to successfully innovate, grow and succeed. All of the workshops are open to the public and free-to-attend, with no requirement to apply to The Innovation Challenge. If you would like to find out more about the application process, please click here.
This informative and interactive Product Development & Protection workshop sponsored by Forresters IP will consist of short presentations, Q&A’s, comfort breaks throughout and a panel discussion towards the end.

Discover the Future of Medical Device Regulation: Unveiling the QMSR Transition
2024-05-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Are you ready to navigate the evolution of regulatory compliance in the medical device industry?
Join us for an exclusive webinar hosted by Med-Di-Dia in partnership with Global Regulatory Services (GRS) as we unveil the groundbreaking shift from QSR to QMSR by the USFDA.
Dr. Shahram Ahmadi, renowned expert in medical device regulations, and Jacob Skinner, seasoned consultant at GRS, will lead you through this transformative journey.
Key Highlights Include:

Insider Insights: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the QMSR framework and its implications for your organization.
Actionable Strategies: Learn practical steps to ensure seamless compliance with the new regulations.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from the combined expertise of Dr. Shahram Ahmadi and Jacob Skinner as they share their industry knowledge and best practices.
Interactive Q&A: Get your burning questions answered directly by our panel of experts.

Who Should Attend: RAQA consultants, Regulatory Affairs Managers, Quality Assurance professionals, and Medical Device manufacturers seeking to stay ahead of the regulatory curve and maintain compliance in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your regulatory strategy and propel your organization towards success. Reserve your spot today for this exclusive webinar experience!
Please click here to book your place.

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.

Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Global Business Conference
2024-06-04 13:00 - 17:00 | Leicester
Are you interested in International Trade?
Or looking at opportunities for your business? Start building business relationships and grow your network at the Global Business Conference.
Join Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce for their Global Business Conference to discuss new international opportunities for businesses. Looking at the current state for trade in the UK, a global economic analysis and specialist panel discussions around key markets. The event will also include networking opportunities throughout the day.
Agenda
1:00pm: Arrivals and networking
1:45pm: Welcome and introduction, Henrietta Brealey, CEO, GBCC
1:50pm: Ones to watch – Global Trade 2024 and beyond – what is the outlook for international trade for the West Midlands
2:20pm: Going Global – Peer advice and insights on entering new markets, expert insight on key markets and global opportunities
2:40pm: Doing business with the USA – Bilateral trade and investment opportunities, what next?
3:20pm: Keynote TBC
3:50pm: Internationalising Innovation – Innovation ecosystem in West Midlands
4:20pm: Trading With – New and emerging markets for the region, key policy developments
4:50pm: Summary
5:00pm: Close
Click here to find out more and to register.

Med-Tech Innovation Expo 2024
2024-06-05 09:00 - 2024-06-06 17:00 | NEC Birmingham, Hall 2, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
Welcome to the UK & Ireland’s leading event for medical device manufacturing!
Med-Tech Innovation Expo event brings together leaders, engineers, innovators and manufacturers, connecting them with technology and innovation to facilitate the design and manufacture of life changing medical devices.
The UK is home to one of the largest medical technology industries globally with an annual turnover of £27.6 billion including over £5 billion in exports. It also leads the world in research capabilities with universities building on an existing rich history of ground-breaking medical innovations.
As the home of medical device manufacturing in the UK, Med-Tech Innovation Expo is at the centre of this exciting sector and the exhibition showcases the entire ecosystem of market leading technology suppliers, machines, materials, software and service providers.
Join us at Med-Tech Innovation Expo!
For more information on MTI Expo 2024, click here
To enquire about exhibiting with Medilink Midlands as part of the Expo, click here

HecoAnalytics Webinar - Analytics Software for evidence-based healthcare
2024-06-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
Increasingly health economic evidence is essential for products to be commissioned and gain adoption.

SEHTA are delighted to bring you this webinar session with HecoAnalytics Ltd who provide a web-based economic decision making tool that allows a company to make instant health economic assessment of their product portfolio and that allows for different scenario planning in response to new development, clinical or market data.

Date: Wednesday 5th June 2024
Time: 11:00 – 12:00 (BST)
Platform: TEAMS
FREE TO ATTEND

HecoAnalytics has an easy-to-use health analytics platform supporting MedTech companies on a personalised health economics (HE) journey.
HecoAnalytics facilitation sessions start this journey and support companies with a suite of configurable tools that synthesise evidence data, AI pathway and patient models with online health economic models. HecoAnalytics models grow in complexity over the course of each company’s HE journey as evidence and evaluations progress.

Presenter – Dr Stuart Hendry, CEO, HecoAnalytics Ltd
Stuart will cover –

The need for health economic evidence to sell medtech
Novel web tools for evolving health economic support
Leveraging computing technologies for democratisation of health economics for developers and commissioners
Secure cloud-based platform delivering visual health economics for innovators and commissioners
Automated health data analysis using the latest AI techniques

Target audience
C-suite executives in medtech and digital health companies; Product developers; Investors in medtech and digital health; Institutions involved in medtech and digital health venturing, accelerators and incubation; Commissioners of medtech and digital health technology

Click here to register your place.

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

IN-PERSON: Intelligent Systems and Robotics in Health and Social Care: Interactive Workshop for Industry
2024-06-24 10:00 - 16:00 | University of Nottingham Jubilee Campus, Nottingham, United Kingdom
The EPSRC funded EMERGENCE Healthcare Technologies Network+, led by Prof. Praminda Caleb-Solly, would like to invite representatives from healthcare technology focused SMEs to attend an interactive workshop about intelligent and robotic systems in health and social care.
The EMERGENCE network aims to create, foster and facilitate co-designed, co-delivered and impactful research to accelerate the realisation of healthcare robotic technology as pragmatic and sustainable solutions for personalised, affordable and inclusive assessment, self-management and reduction of frailty.
Ensuring that healthcare professionals, such as carers and therapists, are able to set up and proficiently use the technology is vital for enabling them to make effective use of emerging solutions enabled by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotic technology. As part of the work package on future care workforce skills for integration of healthcare robotics into care we have been identifying gaps and requirements for these technologies from the perspective of healthcare professionals.
This workshop will provide companies who develop healthcare technologies with an understanding of what we learnt regarding these gaps, facilitating a hands-on approach to reflective thinking on how this learning could be incorporated to improve and develop technologies so that they are more easily adopted by healthcare professionals.
Refreshments and lunch will be provided, free of charge.
More information, including the draft agenda for the event and details of how to register to attend can be found on the EMERGENCE website: (https://www.emergencerobotics.net/events-and-network-activities/intelligent-systems-and-robotics-in-health-social-care)
If you have any questions about this event, please do not hesitate to email the network – emergence@nottingham.ac.uk

HealthTech Integrates 2024
2024-06-25 08:30 - 17:05 | Level39 at Canary Wharf, One Canada Square, London, E14 5AB, United Kingdom
Discuss the major challenges impacting the HealthTech sector in this one-day gathering of technology, diagnostics, devices and therapeutics organisations, clinicians and regulators. Please click here for more information and to learn more about the guest speakers. Medilink members have access to 25% discount. Please email info@medilinkmidlands.com for the discount code.
YOUR IN-PERSON PACKAGE AT HEALTHTECH INTEGRATES 2024 INCLUDES:

A delegate pass to attend the in-person event in London
Access to all keynote interviews, plenaries and panel discussions on the day
All refreshment breaks, networking luncheon and drinks reception
Access to the exhibition

Please click here to register your place.

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.

IN-PERSON EVENT: MediWales Connects NHS Collaboration Conference
2024-06-26 08:00 - 14:30 | Mercure Holland House Hotel, Newport Road, Cardiff, CF24 0DD, United Kingdom
ABOUT
MediWales will be holding their annual all-Wales NHS Connects Conference on the 26th June in Cardiff. NHS colleagues from across Wales, local companies and the wider industry sector will join to share clinical innovation in practice to improve patient outcomes. The event includes presentations, workshops and networking.
The aims of the conference are to:
• Highlight and showcase the excellent work being carried out by the health and care communities in Wales. • Improve collaborative working between the health boards, industry and research communities.
• Raise the profile of NHS Wales and clinical innovation across the UK.
• Support closer working relationships between industry, NHS and research groups and clinical trials capabilities.
Building on the excellent work that has been done around innovation adoption, we will consider the challenges involved in scaling change and adoption of new products, services and processes that deliver impact for patients across the whole NHS. Showcasing new technologies, digital health and NHS innovations This NHS led event includes keynote presentations, interactive workshops and networking, NHS teams and colleagues from the health and care community across Wales, as well as the wider industry sector, will share clinical innovation and insights to improve patient outcomes. Last year we welcomed over 400 delegates to Cardiff, from clinical and care communities, industry and academia from across Wales and the UK.
Medilink UK members can claim a 10% discount on tickets by selecting the Partner Member Delegate option when registering to attend.
BOOK NOW
For more information, and to register your place, please visit the MediWales Connects website or contact connects@mediwales.com.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact ella.james@mediwales.com

Commercialisation Workshop – All you need to know to fund your business growth
2024-06-26 13:00 - 16:30 | TBC, Birmingham, United Kingdom
This free-to-attend online workshop, which will run as part of the Innovation Challenge, is designed to delve into the innovative solutions you need to know in order to fund your business growth. There will be discussion around problems, challenges and opportunities highlighted to reduce the effects of funding barriers – supporting you on your journey to commercialisation and being a disrupter in the marketplace.
This event is one of four interactive workshops, designed to support growing SME’s through the highs and lows of how to successfully innovate, grow and succeed. All of the workshops are open to the public and free-to-attend, with no requirement to apply to The Innovation Challenge. If you would like to find out more about the application process, please click here.
This informative and interactive Commercialisation workshop will consist of short presentations, Q&A’s, comfort breaks throughout and a panel discussion towards the end.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Scanning Electron Microscope Opening Event
2024-06-26 13:00 - 16:30 | Inter-disciplinary Biomedical Research Building, Gibbet Hill Campus, University of Warwick, CV4 7AL
To celebrate the arrival of the new JEOL JSM-IT800 scanning electron microscope in the Advanced Bioimaging RTP, we are holding an opening event on Wednesday June 26th 2024. We have invited several speakers with experience using a variety of SEM techniques on a wide range of samples.
Please register here to confirm your attendance. Lunch will be sponsored by JEOL. Please detail any dietary requirements.
Full Programme:
12pm Lunch, image showcase and meet the facilities
1pm Welcome
1:10 Volume EM – Prof Roland Fleck, King’s College London
2:00 Cryo-SEM of Biofilms – Dr Dean Walsh, University of Warwick
2:30 coffee break
3:00 Cryo-TOF-SIMS – Dr Anna Kotowska, University of Nottingham
3:20 SEM of plant material – Kim Findlay, John Innes Centre
3:50 Closing remarks
To register your place, please click here.
