How construction can be a force for good (Cambridge)

How Construction can be a Force for Good (Cambridge)

Event hosted in partnership with gunnercooke

Come join us at the Cambridge Masonic Hall for an exciting event discussing how the construction industry can make a positive impact! Learn from experts in the field and network with like-minded individuals passionate about using construction as a force for good. This in-person event will provide valuable insights and opportunities to connect with others who share your interests. Don't miss out on this unique chance to explore the potential of construction for creating a better world!

Chaired by:

Lizzie Bradbury, Engagement & Communications Manager at COEL, and Sophie Thornley, Partner of gunnercooke

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TIMINGS OF THE EVENT

• 9am Coffee and breakfast
• 9.30am Welcome
• 9.40-10.20am Panel discussion
• 10.20-10.40am Questions
• 10.40am networking (ending approx 11.15-11.30)

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THE PANEL

Ed Watson – Managing Director at Cambridge BioMedical Campus

Ed is the interim Managing Director of Cambridge Biomedical Campus Ltd which represents some of the major businesses located on the campus including Astra Zenica, the University of Cambridge, Abcam (Danaher), the MRC Lab of Molecular Biology, Cambridge University Hospital Trust and the Royal Papworth Hospital. Ed’s career was initially in Local Government in London where he was Corporate Director of Planning and Regeneration. At Camden Ed led on the negotiations to secure the arrival of the Francis Crick Institute and worked with Argent to develop their scheme at Kings Cross.

Becky Ridgewell, Projects Manager at Babraham Research Campus

Becky Ridgewell joined Babraham Research Campus in 2022 and in her role as Project Manager lead on the Capital Programme while also studying for a degree in Construction Management. Becky is also on the Cambridge Forum for the Construction Industry (CFCI) NextGen Committee.

Jane Hutchins, Director, Cambridge Science Park

Jane plays a key role advocating for thriving community of businesses on the Science Park, which is at the heart of one of the best-known and economically successful science, technology and innovation ecosystems in the world – Cambridge. jane is also a director of the UK Science Park Association; chair of Anglia Ruskin University’s business advisory board; and past chair of the Cambridge Forum for Place.

Dr Tammy Dougan, Life Sciences and Healthcare Partnerships Lead at University of Cambridge

Dr Tammy Dougan has worked for over 25 years in research, strategy and partnerships in the area of Healthcare, Life science and Biotech. She specialises in large scale strategic bids and partnerships between academia, Industry and the NHS for the University of Cambridge, where she has worked since 2016.

Hannah Patrick – Community Partnerships Manager at The Crown Estate

Hannah joined The Crown Estate in 2021 and brings together Social Enterprise and Commercial worlds through social sustainability. With over 20 years experience in VCSE, education, development and construction, her focus is creating local opportunity through partnerships, with a National lens.

Plus contributions from our side panel:

Michael Samways – Sustainability Lead at TSA Riley

Jude Tustian – Manager at The Phoenix Trust

Andrew Farrer – Director of Programmes and Impact at Cambridge Science Centre

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CHARITIES YOU ARE SUPPORTING

All ticket sales (£12) from the event will be split between:

• LandAid supporting FutureIn
• The Phoenix Trust
• Cambridge Science Centre
• Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust (ACT)

Booking fee is added to your £12 donation to show full amount ging to these wonderful charities..

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CONNECT WITH OUR EVENT HOSTS

Sophie Thornley @ gunnercooke - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiethornley/

Lizzie Bradbury @ COEL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizzie-bradbury-1256aa91/