Whilst the United Kingdom debates its relationship with the European Union, hundreds of Solent business leaders will meet to discuss future economic opportunities in March.
The Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) will hold its annual conference on Tuesday 12 March in the context of the national debates taking place over coming weeks, and the potential changes that might impact businesses and individuals in the UK. Speakers will consider the technical and other business-based advancements happening across the Solent region, and how corporate resilience will be key in the future.
‘Countdown to Brexit – Solent LEP Annual Conference 2019’ will take place at the Hilton Ageas in Hedge End. It will see around 250 business and public sector leaders come together to look at the future of the region.
The day will be hosted by highly-respected BBC business editor Simon Jack. He will give his unique insight into reporting on Brexit and chair a question time-style panel where delegates can pose their questions to the day’s speakers.
Among those set to talk at the event alongside Simon Jack are:
- Aart Hille Ris Lambers, UK Commercial Director at DP World Southampton, the UK’s most productive container terminal
- Neil Garwood, Managing Director at Southampton Airport
- Hannah Clipston, Partner at law firm Irwin Mitchell
- Leigh Atkinson, Local Director at Metro Bank
There will also be an update from Solent LEP’s chairman Gary Jeffries on the organisation’s important work to develop the region’s economic landscape and its vision for 2050.
Gary said: “Businesses are key drivers of the economy here in the Solent and Brexit is undoubtedly the biggest topic on their lips at the moment. We’re looking forward to discussing the opportunities and challenges our changing relationship with the EU may present for the Solent in particular, at what’s set to be our most action-packed annual conference to date.”
Solent LEP is encouraging local businesses to attend the event and be a part of the lively discussions. Entry is free but delegates must register to attend soon as spaces are limited.
To find out more visit www.solentlep.org.uk
