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SUMMARY:Arab Health 2018
DESCRIPTION:Arab Health is the largest gathering of healthcare and trade professionals in the MENA region. The 2018 edition of the event is expected to welcome more than 4\,200 exhibiting companies and 103\,000 attendees from 150+ countries. \nAccompanying the exhibition will be 17 business\, leadership and Continuing Medical Education (CME) conferences providing the very latest updates and insights into cutting edge procedures\, techniques and skills. You can view the list of conferences here. \nThe exhibition is free to visit if you register in advance\, please click here to register your free visit. \nThere are still stands available under the Medilink Pavilion\, please click here to find out more about this exhibition opportunity.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/arab-health-2018/
LOCATION:Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre\, Dubai World Trade Centre\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180206T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180206T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T103322Z
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SUMMARY:NIHR Roadshow for MedTech SMEs
DESCRIPTION:Are you a MedTech SME looking for funding\, support or collaborators? \nThis event\, organised in partnership with the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) is specifically tailored for MedTech SMEs and will provide the opportunity to find out about: \n• the mission\, strategic priorities and activities of the NIHR\n• opportunities for SMEs via NIHR funding programmes\n• how the NIHR support SMEs in the conduct of clinical trials\n• how the NIHR help SMEs to formulate research plans and find collaborators\, supporting centres and facilities for R&D\n• relevant contacts in the NIHR Infrastructure\, such as the Biomedical Research Centres (BRCs) and the MedTech and In Vitro Diagnostics Co-operatives (MICs) and other organisations supporting MedTech SMEs\, such as Medilink. \n\nThe event will also include*:\n– A chance to get more detailed information through round table discussions\n– 1-2-1 appointments to speak about your specific need with individuals from across the NIHR\n*Details on booking on to the round table discussions and 1-2-1s will be sent to you once we receive your booking form. \nThis free to attend event is being held as part of the INSTILS programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. \nEvent Documents:  \nProgramme \nSpeaker Profiles \nDelegate List  \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/nihr-roadshow-for-medtech-smes/
LOCATION:Park Inn Nottingham\, Mansfield Road\, Nottingham\, NG5 2BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Project Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T081500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
CREATED:20180116T161656Z
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SUMMARY:Legal Advice Seminar: Consumer Rights and Types of Contracts
DESCRIPTION:Nottingham Trent University invite small and medium sized businesses in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire to join the Legal Advice team for a seminar on consumer rights and types of contracts. \nThe session will include important points to consider for SMEs and sole traders\, particularly in relation to the types of contracts they need when dealing with customers and other businesses. The session will also focus on issues to consider when supplying goods and services to consumers. \nSpeakers include: \nSam Lloyd and Tom Nanson – Browne Jacobson \nThis informative session is a great opportunity for SMEs to discover more about how NTU can help their business with legal and innovation support. The event is free to attend for all businesses eligible to the Enabling Innovation programme and refreshments will be provided. \nProgramme \n8:15 Registration and breakfast \n8:30 Welcome\, introduction to the Legal Advice Centre and Enabling Innovation \n8:45 Issues in supplier contracts \n9:15 Issues to consider when contracting with customer \n9:45 Q&A \n10:00 Close \n\n  \nThis event is free to attend\, but attendees must register in advance. In order to attend this event you must be eligible for support from the Enabling Innovation Programme\, which supports SMEs in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. \nTo find out more or register your place\, please click here.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/legal-advice-seminar-consumer-rights-and-types-of-contracts/
LOCATION:Broadway Cinema\, 14-18 Broad Street\, Nottingham\, NG1 3AL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
CREATED:20180117T134422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T134422Z
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SUMMARY:TBAT Roadshows present: The True Value of R&D
DESCRIPTION:TBAT Innovation is now one of the UK’s leading business consultancies in its field. Established in 2002\, the company provides innovation support to technology research and development organisations throughout the country by accessing grant funding\, R&D tax credits\, conducting market research and evaluating innovation opportunities. \nA common misconception is that the relief is only for big companies. TBAT want to lift the lid on this. The reality is that the majority of innovation now takes place in small and medium-sized enterprises\, who are precisely the type of companies who should be applying and attending this first of a kind roadshow. \nThis first roadshow will cover the current R&D Tax Credit schemes available to SMEs and larger companies. Sharing insight in to the claims process\, allowing you to maximise the value and importance of your claim. \nTopics include:  \n• What is considered R&D? Possibly not what you think\n• What you can & cannot claim\n• How to avoid common errors when making a claim\n• Where TBAT can help\n• Real-life client examples \nAgenda: \n8:30am: Doors open for networking\n9:00am: Registration and breakfast\n9:30am: Roadshow commences\n10:30am: Consultations with exclusive discounts \nThis event is free to attend but places are limited. To find out more or register your place\, please click here.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/tbat-roadshows-present-the-true-value-of-rd/
LOCATION:The Nottingham Belfry\, Mellors Way\, Off Woodhouse Way\, Nottingham\, NG8 6PY\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
CREATED:20180109T103807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T103807Z
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SUMMARY:Access the Cuban Healthcare and BioTech Market
DESCRIPTION:Medilink UK\, alongside the Department for International Trade (DIT)\, is hosting this event to connect UK companies to experts in the Cuban Healthcare and Bioscience markets. \nThis free event at the Williams Formula 1 centre will allow you to access opportunities in Cuba and the Latin American markets\, meet Cuban companies and potential collaborators\, and gain expert support and advice from DIT market based staff. \nYou will see opportunities for manufacturing and distribution into South American markets\, and create direct contacts to facilitate this. \nWhy Cuba? \nCuba’s MedTech and Biopharmaceutical industries have a world-class reputation due to their innovation and high quality standards. BioCubaFarma\, the business group that represents the sector\, comprises 31 companies with 64 production facilities and 20\,000 employees. The company has a global presence\, exporting to more than 40 countries. They cover different areas such as cancer diagnostic and treatment\, cardiovascular diseases and diabetes\, and have a large portfolio of projects in different development stages. \nAgenda \n9:30 Introductions\n10:00 Cuba and MedTech\n10:15 Cardiocity and ICID (Case Study 1)\n10:45 Retomed and OES (Case Study 2)\n11:15 Coffee Break\n11:45 1-2-1 meeting sessions between companies\, ICID and Retomed\n12:15 Summary presentation\n12:30 Lunch\n13:30 Future of MedTech\n14:00 NHS innovations and how we can export them\n14:30 Innovation using an island testbed\n15:00 Tour of Williams F1\n16:00 Day Ends \nWho should attend \nDIT Cuba are particularly interested in companies in the following areas of technology: \n\nAnaesthetic and respiratory technology\nCancer diagnostic and treatment\nCardiovascular disease\, diagnostic and treatment\nDiaebetes and its treatment\nEquipment and devices for primary care (G.Practitioners)\nHigh blood pressure and its treatment\nHospital hardware (including ambulatory) and furniture\nImplantable devices\nIn vitro diagnostic technology\nMedical Imaging/Ultrasound Equipment and Materials\nOphthalmic Devices/Equipment\nOrthopaedic Devices\nRadiotherapy\nRe-usable diagnostic or analytic equipment\nRespiratory and Anaesthetic support\nSurgical Instruments (and reusable)\n\nThis event is free to attend\, to register please click here. 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/access-the-cuban-healthcare-and-biotech-market/
LOCATION:Williams Formula 1 Centre\, Grove\, Wantage\, OX12 0DQ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180208T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180208T120000
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SUMMARY:A Technical Solution to GDPR Compliance
DESCRIPTION:The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will be implemented by the Government on 25 May 2018. Will you be ready? \nYou are invited to join Medilink West Midlands for this very important workshop\, all about the new GDPR. This workshop is in conjunction with Marks and Clerk\, with guest speakers from IHN insurance brokers and CSP Partners. Every business will be affected by the new legislation therefore it is very important that you begin the process of implementing the changes as soon as possible. \nThe workshop will cover: \n• How the scope has been widened compared with existing legislation\n• The enhanced administrative burden\n• The consequences of being in breach\n• Implications for treatment of employee\, customer and supplier data\n• How GDPR affects your applications and services\n• Why ‘consent’ is causing everyone to have nightmares!\n• Whose job is it anyway?\n• How insurance can support your responsibilities under GDPR \nYou will also receive tools that will help you with the transition. To view the full agenda\, please click here. \nWho should attend? \nThis workshop is important for everyone\, and will affect those in the public\, private and third sector. It is especially important for those that are working within data protection responsibilities\, IT\, HR and Compliance. \nGet ahead of the curve and book now to hear from IHN Insurance Brokers on how they can help to support your responsibilities under the new GDPR. \nThis event is free to attend\, please click here to register your place. For any further information\, please contact Vanessa Bailey. \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/a-technical-solution-to-gdpr-compliance/
LOCATION:Marks & Clerk\, Alpha Tower\, Birmingham\, B1 1TT\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa Bailey":MAILTO:vanessab@medilinkwm.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180208T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
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SUMMARY:MPD Training Course: Product Management Training
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to understand what an MBA can teach you? If you are short on time but want to understand why Product Management is so important then come along to this one-day course. \nThis course is designed for those who want to know what the key skills a successful product manager uses in their work. \nThe course introduces delegates to:\n– The Basics of the Four Ps: Product; Place; Promotion; and Price.\n– The Vital Role of Product Managers and Business Development Managers – planning and creating a future!\n– Where to find and use clinical insights\, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and more with the power of observation and provocative debate.\n– Introduction to the work of Professor Robert Cooper – Winning at New Products.\n– Market Intelligence System and Sources (MISS) – where to look and what to look for…\n– Knowing the enemy of success – inadvertent bias and how to beat it!\n– The use of SWOT and PESTE Analysis.\n– Why Product Launch and Brand Management matter all through the distribution chain.\n– Why good marketers can always turn a bad moment into a better moment.\n– How to calculate a Worldwide Market and market priorities with confidence!\n– How to determine your Unique Selling Propositions (USPs) and use them to target your customers and key influencers with confidence – the importance of an evidence-based approach.\n– Market penetration in diverse markets\, the use of the bundle of benefits\, lockout specifications and tender surveillance to win more business. Do you really know your FABs? \nDelegate numbers are limited to a maximum of 10\, so the training can be sensitive to individual experience\, ability and needs. \n \n  \nThis course is now fully booked. If you’d like to be added to the waiting list\, please email info@medilinkem.com \nMember cost: £ 150 \n\nNon-Member cost: £ 215 \nAll prices exclude VAT \nOnce we have received your booking form you will receive a confirmation email and an invoice will follow. \nEvent Documents: \nEvent Brochure\nDelegate List \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/mpd-training-course-product-management-training-2/
LOCATION:Archimedia Offices\, 6 Edison Village\, Nottingham Science & Technology Park\, Nottingham\, NG7 2RF
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180213T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
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SUMMARY:Medical Technologies and Systems Special Interest Group (SIG)
DESCRIPTION:The next Medical Technologies and Systems Special Interest Group (SIG) will explore ‘Technology for Assisted Living and Remote Monitoring’. \nThis free to attend event is being held as part of the INSTILS programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. \nPresentation topics include: \n– Abnormality Detection in Activities of Daily Living\n– Why a platform is more important than a product\n– Person Centred Integrated Assistive Technology\n– Stay at home longer \nEvent Documents:  \nProgramme \nSpeaker Biographies\nDelegate List
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medical-technologies-and-systems-special-interest-group-sig-2/
LOCATION:The Nottingham Belfry\, Mellors Way\, Off Woodhouse Way\, Nottingham\, NG8 6PY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Project Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180213T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
CREATED:20180116T142558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180116T142558Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Expert: Tour the Med
DESCRIPTION:As part of their extremely popular series of business development visits\, the Department for International Trade  are pleased to announce that six of their overseas trade experts will be in Nottingham on the 13th and 14th of February to host free 1-2-1 meetings for those in the Healthcare\, Biotechnology\, Medtech\, Medical consumables and Pharmaceuticals sector. \nThe 6 countries represented are Spain\, Portugal\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Italy and Israel. If you are interested in exporting your products or services or looking to increase your market share in this region\, then this event is not one to miss. \nClick the links below to see individual DIT adviser bios and a brief market overview.  \nElena Orphanidou Rhodes: DIT Cyprus\, British High Commission\, Nicosia. \nMarina Arvanitaki: DIT Greece\, British Embassy\, Athens. \nJanna Shortt: DIT Israel\, British Embassy\, Tel Aviv. \nAdriano Foti: DIT Italy\, British Consulate General\, Milan. \nCarlos Fernandes: DIT Portugal\, British Embassy\, Lisbon. \nShona Brown: DIT Spain\, British Embassy\, Madrid. \n  \nBook your free 1-2-1 meeting  \nClick here if you are interested in arranging a free 1-2-1 meeting. Please note that these business development meetings have proven to be hugely popular and that places are extremely limited\, so book now to avoid disappointment. \nThis event is also being held on Wednesday 14 February at MediCity\, Nottingham. Please click here for details.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/meet-the-expert-tour-the-med/
LOCATION:Discovery Building\, BioCity Nottingham\, Pennyfoot Street\, Nottingham\, NG1 1GF
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180214T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
CREATED:20180116T144644Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Expert: Tour the Med
DESCRIPTION:As part of their extremely popular series of business development visits\, the Department for International Trade  are pleased to announce that six of their overseas trade experts will be in Nottingham on the 13th and 14th of February to host free 1-2-1 meetings for those in the Healthcare\, Biotechnology\, Medtech\, Medical consumables and Pharmaceuticals sector. \nThe 6 countries represented are Spain\, Portugal\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Italy and Israel. If you are interested in exporting your products or services or looking to increase your market share in this region\, then this event is not one to miss. \nClick the links below to see individual DIT adviser bios and a brief market overview.  \nElena Orphanidou Rhodes: DIT Cyprus\, British High Commission\, Nicosia. \nMarina Arvanitaki: DIT Greece\, British Embassy\, Athens. \nJanna Shortt: DIT Israel\, British Embassy\, Tel Aviv. \nAdriano Foti: DIT Italy\, British Consulate General\, Milan. \nCarlos Fernandes: DIT Portugal\, British Embassy\, Lisbon. \nShona Brown: DIT Spain\, British Embassy\, Madrid. \n  \nBook your free 1-2-1 meeting  \nClick here if you are interested in arranging a free 1-2-1 meeting. Please note that these business development meetings have proven to be hugely popular and that places are extremely limited\, so book now to avoid disappointment. \nThis event is also being held on Tuesday 13 February at BioCity\, Nottingham. Please click here for details.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/meet-the-expert-tour-the-med-2/
LOCATION:MediCity Nottingham\, D6 Building West\, Thane Road\, Nottingham\, NG90 6BH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180220T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
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SUMMARY:Health Tech Alliance Event
DESCRIPTION:This upcoming Health Tech Alliance event will focus on how companies and AHSNs can better collaborate as well as the AHSNs’ role in the regional uptake of innovation. Attendees will hear about how medtech companies can better collaborate with AHSNs and the future role of AHSNs in implementing the Accelerated Access Review. \nLearn about: \n• the work of the Academic Health Science Networks (AHSNs)\n• how industry can better interact with AHSNs to increase the uptake of innovation\n• the AHSNs’ role in implementing the Accelerated Access Review \nSpeakers Include: \nAndy Burroughs\, Wessex Academic Health Science Network\nSteve Feast\, Eastern Academic Health Science Network \nTo find out more\, or register to attend\, please contact secretariat@healthtechalliance.uk \nYou can also find out more on the Health Tech Alliance website. \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/health-tech-alliance-event/
LOCATION:Health Tech Alliance\, 69 Wilson Street\, London\, EC2A 2BB
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180222T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
CREATED:20180122T125750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T125750Z
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SUMMARY:Love Business Expo 2018
DESCRIPTION:Love Business Expo 2018 is a business to business networking exhibition with a difference. It brings business and personal development opportunities together. If you are a business owner\, manager or thinking of starting a business – and you need answers\, inspiration or just to see what’s happening in your area – this event is for you. \nA place to make new contacts and create opportunities \nWith thousands of fellow delegates\, you can spend a whole day or pick your time and visit to suit your commitments. The Love Business 2018 event will be even better than previous years.\nIf you have not attended Love Business Expo before\, then you are in for a real treat – because no other business event comes close! \nA place to get inspiration and answers \nThere will be keynote speakers and workshops for you to attend. The range of topics will be wide and varied\, but with one common theme – to provide inspiration and help\, to get you the answers you need.\nThe speakers and workshops will be published as and when they are confirmed and we’ll keep you informed about what’s going on with regular updates through our news and social media feeds. \nA place to find organisations who can help you \nYou will be able to connect with new suppliers and partners or simply catch up with old acquaintances.\nDiscovering ways to solve a business problem – the Love Business Expo is there to help you get the most value from every second you spend at the Expo\, from 9.30am – 3.00pm. \nTo find out more about this event or register your free place\, please click here.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/love-business-expo-2018/
LOCATION:Holywell Park Conference Centre\, Loughborough University\, Science & Enterprise Park\, Loughborough\, LE11 3GR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180222T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
CREATED:20180201T161509Z
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SUMMARY:Logistics and Supply Chain Week Conference
DESCRIPTION:The University of Derby is hosting its 5th annual Logistics and Supply Chain Week in February 2018. \nAs part of this years’ event\, on the evening of 22nd February\, there will be a conference to explore the theme of “Innovation and technology in modern supply chains”. \nKey-note speakers will review current challenges presented by emerging technology. Confirmed speakers include Robin Proctor\, President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport\, and Martin Elliott\, Solutions Manager at Logistex. The conference will conclude with a Question Time discussion around issues raised and a networking buffet dinner. \nTo find out more about the conference and to book your free place\, please click here.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/logistics-and-supply-chain-week-conference/
LOCATION:University of Derby\, Kedleston Road\, Derby\, DE22 1GB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180227T074500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180227T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
CREATED:20180212T153436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T153436Z
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SUMMARY:Leicester Innovation Week - Textiles Focus
DESCRIPTION:Whether your business is a committed innovator\, start-up or dipping your toe in the water\, learn about funding and other help offered by Innovate UK and local support agencies. \nWith a focus on the Textiles Sector\, this breakfast seminar will provide you with information on local and national innovation support to help you grow and scale your business. \nThis sector has been chosen because of its importance to the local economy and labour market. \nBenefits of attending: \n• To help attendees understand where to go for innovation funding and practical advice on what is available\n• Expert insight into future trends\n• Connect with potential collaborators\n• Access to expert business advisors. The events are aimed at smaller companies who do not usually look to government agencies and universities for support\n• Understand what is required in writing a successful grant application \nProgramme: \n8.30 Welcome and introduction: Julian Bowrey\, Regional Manager\, Innovate UK \n\nWhy innovate?\nFunding and support on offer – LLEP\, Innovate UK\, De Montfort University\n\n9.10 Successful innovative local SMEs \n\nMark Shelton\, Shelton Machines\nBryan Dixon\, Microfresh\n\nFuture innovations in textiles – Simon Platts\, Sourcing Director\, ASOS plc \nPanel Q&Q \n10.30 – Networking break \n11.00 Choice of workshops \n\nInnovate for Growth – EEN\nInnovating through KTP\nPlanning for growth – LLEP\nDrop in clinics with business support providers\n\n12.15 Next steps and close \nTo register your free place\, please click here. \nThis event is taking place as part of Leicestershire’s inaugural Innovation week from 26th February to Friday 3rd March 2018. These free breakfast workshops aim to meet the needs of local businesses and take full advantage of the opportunities highlighted in the Government’s recently published Industrial Strategy by providing key insights  from successful innovators. \nWorkshops will also be held with a focus on: \nFood and Drink\nLogistics
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/leicester-innovation-week-textiles-focus/
LOCATION:Leicester City Football Club\, Filbert Way\, LE2 7FL\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180228T074500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153453
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SUMMARY:Leicester Innovation Week - Food and Drink Focus
DESCRIPTION:Whether your business is a committed innovator\, start-up or dipping your toe in the water\, learn about funding and other help offered by Innovate UK and local support agencies. \nWith a focus on the Food & Drink Sector\, this free breakfast seminar will provide you with information on local and national innovation support to help you grow and scale your business. \nThis sector has been chosen because of its importance to the local economy and labour market. \nBenefits of attending: \n• To help attendees understand where to go for innovation funding and practical advice on what is available\n• Expert insight into future trends\n• Connect with potential collaborators\n• Access to expert business advisors. The events are aimed at smaller companies who do not usually look to government agencies and universities for support\n• Understand what is required in writing a successful grant application \nProgramme: \n8.30 Welcome and introduction: Julian Bowrey\, Regional Manager\, Innovate UK \n\nWhy innovate?\nSupport and funding on offer from Innovate UK\, LLEP and University of Leicester\n\n9.10 Successful innovate local SMEs \n\nRichard Ledger\, Millitec Food Systems\nShahid Sheikh\, Clifton Packaging\n\nFuture Innovations in Food and Drink \n\nIan Wright CBE\, Food and Drink Federation\n\nPanel Q&A \n10.30 Networking break \n11.00 Choice of workshops \n\nPlanning for growth led by Leicester and Leicestershire Business Gateway\nInnovate to grow led by Enterprise Europe Network\nInnovating through KTP\nDrop in clinics with business support providers\n\n12.15 next steps and close \nTo register your free place\, please click here. \nThis event is taking place as part of Leicestershire’s inaugural Innovation week from 26th February to Friday 3rd March 2018. These free breakfast workshops aim to meet the needs of local businesses and take full advantage of the opportunities highlighted in the Government’s recently published Industrial Strategy by providing key insights  from successful innovators. \nWorkshops will also be held with a focus on: \nTextiles \nLogistics \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/leicester-innovation-week-food-and-drink-focus/
LOCATION:Leicester City Football Club\, Filbert Way\, LE2 7FL\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Infectious Diseases Special Interest Group (SIG)
DESCRIPTION:The next Infectious Diseases Special Interest Group (SIG) is taking place on Wednesday 28 February in Leicester.  The theme for this SIG is: “Diagnostics: Bad Bugs-No Drugs”. \nThis free to attend event is being held as part of the SoLSTICE programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. \nPresentation topics include: \n\n– Molecular diagnostics of multi-drug resistant Urinary Tract pathogens\n– Use of a rapid bacteria specific metabolic assay to determine accurate total bacteria counts in any fluidic sample\n– Diagnostics and the Economics of Developing a New Antibiotic\n– Plus the opportunity to hear from organisations during the collaboration forum presentations\n\nEvent Documents: \nProgramme \nSpeaker Profiles \nDelegate List  \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/infectious-diseases-special-interest-group-sig/
LOCATION:Brooksby Hall\, Melton Mowbray\, Leicester\, LE14 2LJ
CATEGORIES:Project Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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