As part of the FutureEverything festival, #smc_mcr in association with CityCo hosts a discussion looking at Manchester’s digital future. The panel represents opinions from policy makers, business and the broader digital community.
Manchester has an opportunity to become a leading connected, digital city, but there are many challenges ahead if we are to make this a reality.
Recently, Manchester was awarded money from central government to begin the process of implementing a fast data infrastructure for citizens and businesses alike. There have been several recent reports such as the Greater Manchester Growth Review, The Manchester Digital Strategy and Manchester Digital Agenda that propose ways that the city, and the Greater Manchester region will be able to fulfil its potential.
How will these plans benefit the people and businesses of the city? And will this offer a fair and sustainable future forthe city? The appetite and ideas are there, but can Manchester lead digitally in the 21st Century?
Please note: Capacity is limited, so only register if you definitely can attend.
Panelists
Alison Gordon – Director of Project Development, Commission for the New Economy
Dave Carter – Director, Manchester Digital Development Agency
Erinma Ochu – Director, Squirrel Nation
Dave Mee – Director, Manchester Digital Laboratory (Madlab)
Tim Roberts – Director, i-COM
Chair – Martin Bryant – Managing Editor, The Next Web
Arrive from 6pm (BST) for a 6.30 start.
Click here for full details and to register a place at the free event.
