Leading businesses in the health and digital sectors gather to discuss their stories and share advice on how they have grown their companies in Kirklees, with a focus on how they continue to innovate as a key part of their business strategy.

Chaired by Stephen Moore of CityFibre, speakers include:

• Claire Paxman – Director of Strategic Initiatives - Paxman Scalp Coolers

• Karen Dodd – Head of Research & Development - Thornton & Ross

• Hannah Longbottom & Alex Gutteridge – Founders - Innovate Orthopaedics

• James Clarkson – Chief Executive Officer – Adventoris

• Sue Cooke – Chief Executive Officer - 3M Buckley Innovation Centre

This event is taking place as part of West Yorkshire Innovation Festival 2021. The West Yorkshire Innovation Festival (15th – 19th March) is raising the profile of innovation in the Leeds City Region by bringing together innovative businesses, expertise, resources, and support available to shout about what is happening in our region.

For further information about the festival and other events that are taking place during the week please visit https://www.wyinnovationfestival.com/