Smart Future 2030

Be part of the conversation! Join business leaders from digital, advanced manufacturing and across the wider business community to explore how technology, skills and investment will drive growth to 2030.

Start the day with a business breakfast and networking before hearing how Burnley’s 2030 Vision and Digital Strategy are driving innovation, productivity and growth across the town and wider region.

Discover the art of the possible with Stuart Gorman, former head of programme, enterprise and digital asset management at Sellafield and founder of NuPace. Delivering an immersive session exploring practical technology adoption across manufacturing and other sectors, focusing on productivity, sustainability, and operational resilience.

You’ll also hear from Miles Beckwith, Policy Lead for Finance and Professional Business Services, Department for Business and Tradesharing insight into government support for growth, innovation and export, alongside the investment needed to support Burnley’s future economy.

Have your say in shaping priorities for Burnley’s growth before finishing the morning with a guided tour of Burnley College’s advanced engineering and digital training facilities.

This event is for all sectors who have or need to deploy digital and technology within their businesses, including our manufacturers.