Agenda

An engaging full day conference designed to encourage networking, spirited debate and information sharing.

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8:45 am
Break

Registration, Networking & Breakfast

9:30 am
Keynote

Welcome from The Yorkshire Post

James Mitchinson

Editor, Yorkshire Post
9:35 am
Keynote

Welcome from Future Humber

Sponsored by:

Bill Walker

Chair, Future Humber
9:45 am
Keynote

Keynote Presentation

Hear from Leader of Hull City Council, Councillor Mike Ross

Councillor Mike Ross

Leader, Hull City Council
10:00 am
Panel Discussion

The Future of Green Skills in the North

This panel discussion will explore the intersection of sustainability and regional economic growth, focusing on the demand for green skills and their role in shaping the North’s future workforce.

Martin Budd

Climate Change Manager, Hull City Council

Prof James Gilbert

Professor of Engineering, University of Hull

Dr Clair Cooper

Research Fellow with the Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre, University of Teeside
10:45 am
Break

Coffee Break and Exhibition

11:15 am
Panel Discussion

Bridging the Green Skills Gap

This session examines current workforce gaps, emerging industry needs, and strategies to align talent development with market demands

Sponsored by:

Steve Thompson

Group Director of Skills , NOCN

Maria Gonella

Managing Partner, Quantum Training

Tony Mooney

Director of Skills and Training, Energy Efficiency Association CIC

Simeon Perry

Head of Operations , Efficiency North

Farhana Sharmin

Lecturer in Green Skills & Construction, The Sheffield College
12:00 pm
Panel Discussion

Links Between Education and Industry

This session will explore how stronger collaboration between education providers and industry can drive skills development, innovation, and economic growth

Sambit Sen

Director of Apprenticeship, University of Sheffield

Nina Stobart

Communications & Public Affairs Lead, Phillips 66

Sophie Clark

Community & Education Manager, Heat Engineer

Chris Tunningley

Assistant Principal, Leeds College of Building
12:45 pm
Break

Lunch, Exhibition & Networking

1:45 pm
Panel Discussion

Creating Tomorrow's Workforce

Education, Training, Upskilling & Reskilling. Examining how we can equip today’s learners and workers with the green skills needed for the jobs of tomorrow

Sponsored by:

Adam Wilson

Senior Lead for Business Development and Contracting - Hull Training and Adult Education,

Andrew Johnson

Training & Design Service Director, Groupe Atlantic

Iain Elliott

Chief Executive, HETA

Molly Campbell

Senior Account Manager Europe , Maersk Training
2:30 pm
Keynote

Fireside Chat: Our Next Generation

A short interview with young adults to spotlight the thoughts and aspirations of the next generation, exploring how young people view the green skills agenda, their role in shaping it, and what support they need to lead and thrive in a sustainable future

2:45 pm
Keynote

Equality, Diversity, Deprivation and Skills

How social and economic inequalities impact access to education, training, and employment opportunities—and what strategies can be implemented to foster inclusive growth

Jade Fernandez

Head of Stakeholder Engagement and Public Affairs, SSE Thermal

Asad Iqbal

Senior Manager , EY/EY Foundation

Paul McCartan

HR Manager, Yara International and Chair, CATCH EDIB Network,
3:30 pm
Keynote

Closing Remarks

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