Blue Skies and Green Lights
This informative and inspirational free event is being organised by Somerset County Council, the Connecting Devon and Somerset Programme and Plymouth University. It will focus on new models of innovation and collaboration.
The Open Innovation Project aims to create jobs and new businesses by stimulating the application of collaborative open innovation models to co-create and develop new products and services. To do this a partnership of local governments, universities, business support services, and other public bodies is delivering a diverse and dynamic programme of activities across the UK, France, Germany, Ireland and Belgium.
Delegates will be able to take a look at the future of communications technology with a 'futurologist' from BT. They will also learn about accessing funding opportunities and can choose from a variety of workshops aimed at helping them to 'up their game' in business.
Outline for the day
0930: Arrival/networking: A chance for delegates to network with a huge range of Somerset companies.
10.00: 'What's stopping you?'. Morning keynote speaker, Jack Russell, will explore the myths and barriers to innovation and successful collaboration.
10.45: Horizon scanning - the future of communications and ICT. A top BT 'Futurologist' will give us a fascinating glimpse into the future with real examples of innovation in telecommunications and emerging customer expectations.
11.30: Break.
11.45: Models for new business opportunities: A presentation of cutting-edge business models to help delegates up their game and improve their financial performance.
12.15 Workshops: Delegates choose two 20-minute workshops from a choice of four (see below)
13.00: Lunch and networking.
14.00: The future of broadband in Somerset.
14.45: Workshops: Delegates choose two 20-minute workshops from a choice of four (see below)
15.30: Panel session with the speakers.
16.00: Close.
Workshop options
Business Model Canvas.
Addressing legal collaboration issues and breaking down the barriers.
Making the most of broadband and ICT.
'Show me the money!' - access to finance and new opportunities for growth.
Date and venue
9th July 2013: 0930-1600
Dillington House, Ilminster, Somerset.
Booking
Email John Carter: [email protected]. One application per organisation.
A short booking form will be sent to applicants after the application has been submitted. A buffet lunch will be provided.
The Open Innovation Project aims to create jobs and new businesses by stimulating the application of collaborative open innovation models to co-create and develop new products and services. To do this a partnership of local governments, universities, business support services, and other public bodies is delivering a diverse and dynamic programme of activities across the UK, France, Germany, Ireland and Belgium.
