event agenda: monday 21 june 2021 - technology connected

EVENT AGENDA: Monday 21st June 2021

ACTIVITY

Delegate Registration – Exhibition Opens

OPENING CEREMONY – WELCOME TO WALES TECH WEEK Rt Hon Mark Drakeford MS, First Minister for Wales opens Wales Tech Week

09:00 - 09.45 Premier Stage

In this opening keynote interview to kick-off Wales Tech Week 2021, Aled Miles, president and CEO of Sauce Labs and Welsh Government Envoy to the United States, is joined by Steve Hasker, president and CEO of Thomson Reuters for an in-depth discussion about the growing importance of user experience, the role of AI and machine learning in the data-driven enterprise, and why data is

almost an asset on the balance sheet. He shares insights on the importance of digital fluency for modern business leaders. The Wales-Native Miles and Australia-native Hasker also share their thoughts on how Wales can follow in Australia’s footsteps in raising its business and technology profile on the global stage.

Main Stage Wynne-Jones IP Smart

Stage Pillar Stage Green Stage CSconnected

Cluster Stage Showcase Stage

MEDTECH AM: SMART RECOVERY PM: SMART ASSISTED

LIVING

WORKING WITH ACADEMIA

DRIVING THE ELECTRIC REVOLUTION

PHOTONICS

10:00 - 11.30 Opportunity for Photonics in Healthcare and taking precision medicine into clinical practice. Hear from leading experts on Photonics in Healthcare, and the revolution that precision medicine offers in developing new ways to tackle bowel cancer. Speakers: Ifan Evans, Welsh Government Dr Andrew Rickman OBE – Rockley Photonics Richard Lawrence, Creo Medical Professor Dean Harris, CanSense Professor Jared Torkington National Robotics Assited Surgery Programme, 12:30 - 13:30 Network Session: MedTech

10:30 - 11:30 SMART RECOVERY: PwC The recipe for success - what are the ingredients for Wales' recovery? This event will discuss what skills businesses and Wales need to show we are a tech enabled nation

Speakers: Rob McCargow, PwC UK Louise Harris, TramshedTech Robert Norris, Dwr Cymru Chloe Seaton, PwC

12:30 - 13:30 Network Session: Smart Theme 14:00 - 15:30 SMART ASSISSTED LIVING: Smart Energy GB:

10:15 - 11:15 Dr Ben Calvert, University of South Wales

CEMET: Supporting Welsh Start-ups with Academic Research and Knowledge Exchange Join CEMET for a talk on how academic research undertaken at the University of South Wales, in fields such as Artificial Intelligence and Mixed Reality, is being shared with Welsh Start-Ups to create Emerging Technology products. Speakers: Dr Ben Calvert, University of South Wales Matthew Smith, CEMET Clayton Jones, CEMET 12:15 - 13:00 BT LABS: BT’s Research and Academic Collaboration

10:30 - 12:00 The International Vision for DER A Keynote and panel discussion on the International Vision for DER, highlighting the Driving the Electric Revolution Industrialisation Centres, their capabilities and how they can help numerous sectors including transport and energy, to utilise the UK’s strength in PEMD technologies. Speakers: Will Drury, Driving the Electric Revolution Amar Abid-Ali, CSA Catapult Dave OudeNijeweme, Advanced Propulsion Centre Martin McHugh, CSA Catapult Dr Simon Hart, YASA Darryn Quayle, British Government

12:15 – 13:15 Network Session: Driving the Electric Revolution 13:30 - 14:30 Delivering PEMD Excellence

10:00 - 11:00 Spotlight on Photonics: introducing Photonics Connected Photonics, and its various application areas, is an exciting and rapidly changing market, where new products, technologies, and applications are continuously being introduced. Wales has a really active and vibrant community of companies and academic expertise covering all aspects of the supply chain. Join us for this Spotlight session where we hear from John Lincoln (Photonics Leadership Group) about the current UK Landscape followed by our panel session to kick off Photonics Connected and discuss where Wales fits within this landscape and the opportunities for growth. Speakers: Dr Louise Jones, KTN Dr John Lincoln, Photonics Leadership Group Avril Lewis MBE,

11:45 - 12:30 Submarines and avocadoes - How Open University tech innovation is touching our daily lives The Open University (OU) has long been known as a leader in distance learning for more than five decades. From its earliest days it has pioneered new methods of delivering learning – from late night BBC television broadcasts, to the online learning it offers today. But few people would associate the OU with submarines, scotch whiskey, batteries or avocadoes. Many of the technologies developed by The Open University have been adopted across different sectors across Wales and beyond. The Open University’s Rhys Griffiths is joined by Geraint Morgan and Satheesh Krishnamurthy to discuss how these innovations are making our lives greener, healthier and safer.

Speakers: Rhys Griffiths, The Open University Geraint Morgan, The Open University

13:45 - 14:45 Translational Neurosciences Cluster: Developing more effective treatments for people with neurological and mental health disorders Translational Neuroscience: an area in which Wales’ reputation is internationally recognised, with a growing academic and industry cluster. Speakers: Professor Julie Williams, Cardiff University Professor Vincent Dion, Gene therapies in dementia Rupert Jones, Renishaw Robin Davies, Magstim Professor Jeremy Hall, Translational Neurosciences and Mental Health Cluster 15:15 - 16:15 Harnessing the potential of genomics and diagnostics to improve health, wellbeing, and prosperity New genetic and genomic technologies are allowing us to develop a much more detailed understanding of the link between our genes and health. Speakers: Professor Steve Conlan Dr James Abbey Stephanie Wilbraham Dr Corinne Squire .

Harnessing smart data for independent lives This session will examine how energy data, machine learning and connected technologies can help people with health vulnerabilities live more independent lives. Highlighting research which shows how the smart meter rollout can support telehealth solutions in every home in Wales, the event will also explore the potential for other assisted living technologies to help people live independently at home for longer, while giving peace of mind to carers and healthcare professionals. Speakers: Fflur Lawton, SMART Energy GB Jon Paxman, 2020health John Griffiths, Safehouse Technology Simon Elam, UCL Energy Institute Louise Rogerson, Howz

An overview of how and why BT does research, including the company’s long history of innovation, how it collaborates with academia and current hot topic research challenges. Speakers: Carol Fletcher, Anasol Peña-Rios 13:45 - 14:30 Pre-recorded Session

A showcase of world class companies implementing the latest PEMD technologies to solve industrial challenges across multiple sector

Speakers: Dr Graham Bruce, Rolls Royce Jonathan Holman-White, Control Techniques Ltd 15:00 - 16:00 Opportunities in Wales for DER Wales is well positioned to take full advantage of the electric revolution. In this session we will explore some of the strength and opportunities that are available in the region.

Speakers: Robert Harper, Compound Semiconductor Centre Mike Jennings, Swansea University

Technology Connected Professor Caroline Gray, Glyndŵr Innovations Ltd

11.45 - 12:45 CPE: Photonics in Action: How to keep growing and innovating This session discusses the relevance of light-based technologies in the real world of industry and explains how CPE works with businesses across Wales to boost productivity and growth. Speakers: Carole Eccles, CPE Hazel Hung, CPE Tom Johnson, CPE Jon Mowat, Spectrum Technologies Jon Davies, Spectrum Technologies Tony Davies, USW Huw Parry, Steam Bio

Mike Walker, CPE 14:00 - 15:30 COINNOVATE: Photonics: Regional Capabilities, Global Markets Join us in this session as we breakdown the market sectors and drivers of growth, followed by an overview of the European and regional priorities and activities in this field that is touching every aspects of our lives, from information and communications through to healthcare, manufacturing and 3D sensing. Speakers: Chris Meadows, CSconnected Pars Mukish, Yole Développement Professor Michael Wale, University College London Professor Wyn Meredith, Compound Semiconductor Centre

Satheesh Krishnamurthy, The Open University

12:45 - 13:45 Swansea University: How academic research addresses real-world, industry challenges An overview of the human-centred AI research centre; and a panel discussion with industry collaborators such as Starling Bank, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Tata Steel, Ordnance Survey and CDSM Interactive Solutions. Speakers: Tashi Gyaltsen, Swansea Uni John Frankish, Aneurin Bevan David Sullivan, Starling Bank Darren Wallace, CDSM Dr Laura Baker, Tata Steel Isabel Sargent, Ordnance Survey 14:00 - 14:45 AberInnovation and Aberystwyth University: An Introduction to Research and Innovation at Aberystwyth University Speakers: Helen Jones, Aberystwyth University Dr Otar Akanyeti, Aberystwyth University Dr David Bryant, Aberystwyth University/BEACON 15:00 - 15:45 CPE: Driving Zero Emissions at Sea CPE invites Grafmarine to tell us how they are making waves in the renewable marine energy sector.

Sarah Zhang, Costain Howard Rupprecht, Rockley Photonics Mark Lewis, Welsh Government

Speakers: Carole Eccles, Photonics Expertise Martin Leigh, Grafmarine Ltd Mike Walker, CPE Hazel Hung, CPE

16:00 - 16:45 Wynne-Jones IP: Introduction to Intellectual Property: SMART Healthcare In this event, Dr Elliott Davies will take you through the IP basics. What’s a patent? Do you have a registerable design? He’ll give you real-life examples and help you gain a better understanding of which intellectual property rights might apply to your ideas. Speakers: Dr Elliott Davies, Wynne-Jones IP

18:00 – 19:30 Premier Stage

GLOBALWELSH PRESENTS... AN AUDIENCE WITH INFLUENTIAL WELSH LEADERS

An audience with: Influential Welsh Leaders provides the opportunity to listen to Wales’ top leaders representing technology, manufacturing, health as well as learning about their careers and how

their organisations are innovating with the times.

Join host Sarah Sands, former editor of Radio 4's Today Programme and London Evening Standard and a stellar panel of Welsh leaders Warren East CBE, CEO of Rolls Royce, Andrew Williams, CEO of Halma plc, Lyndon Faulker, Executive Chairman of Pelican Products, and Trudy Norris-Grey, Chair of WISE and formerly held positions at Microsoft, Oracle, Sun Microsystems,

BT and AXA

EVENT AGENDA: Tuesday 22nd June 2021

ACTIVITY


An interview with Gerhard Watzinger, Chairman of the Board, CrowdStrike

In this exclusive keynote interview to open day two of Wales Tech Week 2021, Aled Miles, president and CEO of Sauce Labs and Welsh Government Envoy to the United States, talks with Gerhard Watzinger, Chairman of the Board for CrowdStrike, about lessons learned during the company’s meteoric rise from an early-stage startup to a publicly-traded cybersecurity powerhouse.

SPEAKERS:

Gerhard Watzinger, CrowdStrike Aled Miles, Sauce Labs

Main Stage Wynne-Jones IP Smart Stage

Pillar Stage Green Stage CSconnected Cluster Stage

Showcase Stage

MANUFACTURING AM: SMART RESILIENCE PM: SMART SPACE

TECH 4 ALL NET ZERO INDUSTRY-SWIC COMPOUND SEMICONDUCTORS

10:00 - 11:30 Manufacturing our Future Gain insight from leading industry experts on how adopting new and emerging technology will transform manufacturing for today’s competitive global environment. Speakers: Katherine Bennett CBE Warren East, Rolls Royce Andrew Peters, Siemens Digital Industries Barry Maybank, Avanade Nick Reeks, Tata Steel Europe

10:30 - 12:00 SMART RESILIENCE Thales UK: Why you should be focusing on Resilience and not just cyber An introduction to Cyber Resilience, building resilience into new automotive and industrial approaches and incorporating resiliency into IT/OT structures among others Speakers: Dr Alex Tarter, Thales Peter Davies, Thales Dene Yandle, Thales John Elder, Thales Yulia Cherdantseva, Cardiff University Benoit Grand-Perrin, GE

10:15 - 11:15 Breaking ground and smashing ceilings Leading women leading organisations- join our panel to listen to our esteemed panellists discuss their career journeys, experiences and insight, and on reflection what advice they would give their 20 year-old selves? Speakers: Avril Lewis MBE Technology Connected Louise O'Shea, Confused.com Sophie Broady, DVLA Stephanie Eden, Airbus Defence and Space Dr Laura Baker, Tata Steel UK

10:30 - 12:00 Developing the South Wales Industrial Cluster This session provides an overview of the main projects that are driving the main progress areas for the cluster. Speakers: Bruce Adderley, Innovate UK Stephen Thornton, Valero Energy Corporation Tony Parton, CR Plus David Jukes, Costain Sam Preece, ERM 13:30 - 14:30 Technology innovations in decarbonisation

This session of the day, chaired by Dr Catherine Mort of KTN, focuses on a few of the innovative technologies that will form important elements of SWICs plans as it looks to technology to support its

09:30 - 10:15 Smart Energy GB: The fair and just transition to net zero: leaving no one behind This session will explore the role of smart data, innovation and technology in tackling fuel poverty across Wales, and how new products and services can support everyone on the transition to net zero. Speakers: Fflur Lawton, SMART ENERGY GB Helen Stockton, NEA 10:45 - 11:30 WebBox: Stop going over budget! Top tips to write the ultimate website brief that your agency will love So, you're considering a new website, but

12:30 - 13:00 PREMIER STAGE

Masterclass Interview with Rob Jones, CoFounder of Fanduel & Flick

Rob Jones grew up in Pembrokeshire, west Wales and became a professional soccer player in the Welsh Premier League. Together with Tom, his best friend from school, he co-founded the US based company FanDuel. At its height, this fantasy sport betting site grew from zero to generating over $1 billion in revenues while spending hundreds of millions on advertising and customer acquisition. Rob is arguably one of Wales most successful modern entrepreneurs. His story is one of frequent and substantial pivots, the importance of product market fit, failing fast & quickly letting go of ideas that are not generating big user volume. In this “case-study” style Interview Aled Miles, president and CEO of Sauce Labs and Welsh Government Envoy to the United States guides Rob through the full story, ending with Rob’s latest start up “Flick” upending the traditional social media platform payment methods to content creators through modern crypto-currency built on blockchain. Speakers: Rob Jones, Co-Founder of FanDuel & Flick

12:15 - 13:00 Female entrepreneurs are they born or made? This event investigates the inspiration behind the inventions and solutions created by women in the industry by asking ‘What and when was your lightbulb moment and how did the idea become a reality?” Speakers: Priya Guha MBE, Merian Ventures Kate Bache, Health & Her Sarah Bolt, Forth & Forth Edge 14:00 - 15:00 Mining the gap – the untapped opportunity for Wales Speakers:

ambitions. Speakers: Chris Barron, Costain Dr Catherine Mort, KTN Jim Woodger, LanzaTech UK Paula Carey, Carbon8 Systems Rockwool 15:00 - 16:00 Academic expertise in industrial decarbonisation.

The final session focuses on the lower TRL technologies that Industries are developing with academia as a partnership. Facing such a huge challenge, SWIC will be completely reliant on new developing technologies and so this event is aimed at providing an overview of what is being explored and developed. Speakers: Jon Maddy, University of South Wales-Academics Professor Dave Worsley,

you're not sure how to write the brief to send out to agencies? Or, maybe you're having trouble defining your requirements in order to receive quotes for your upcoming website project? Have you struggled to deliver web projects on time and within budget? If you can relate to these questions, then this webinar is for you.

Speakers: Will Roberts, WebBox 11:45 - 12:30 ORE Catapult Supporting Technologies Behind the Offshore Renewable Energy Boom This event will provide an overview of the MEECE project while showcasing some of the latest technologies that are being used to improve costs, performance, reliability and safety in the offshore renewable energy industry, from inspection robots that crawl

13:45 - 14:45 Steel Industry: Tech Giant

““Developing, producing and recycling 4 million tonnes of steel for use in applications as diverse as drinks cans and windfarms does not happen without an unbelievable amount of science behind it. At the heart of Tata Steel UK now sit data scientists using advanced analytics, the Internet of Things, Industry 4.0, virtual reality and digital twinning.

This maybe industry, but not as you know it.” Speakers: Stephen Barclay, Tata Steel Tim Rutter, Tata Steel Kevin White, Tata Steel Thomas Yehya, Tata Steel Rosie Hines, Tata Steel 15:15 - 16:00 Digital Innovation in Manufacturing: focus on Extended Reality and Industry 4.0 solutions. This session will discuss the challenges in the manufacturing sector and how the pandemic has accelerated the adoption of (Industry 4.0) digital technologies to help manufacturers relish rather than fear the next challenge. Speakers: Barry Maybank, Avanade Martin Harper, Avanade

14:00 - 15:30 SMART SPACE: Space Wales Wales a sustainable space nation The session will look at the new strategy and how some of our companies in Wales are developing new technologies and capabilities ranging from robotic manufacturing in space to the use of space derived data to improved decision making here on Earth. Speakers: John Whalley, Space Wales Leadership Group Joshua Western, Space Forge Ltd Steve Keyworth, Environment Systems Tony Henderson, Annwen Ltd

Trudy Norris-Grey, WISE Le-Chun Lindsay, AWS Melin Edomwonyi, Me Design Elin Williams, Disability Wales Jon Wood, Innovate UK 15:15 - 16:00 EDI- “It’s not an option” Equality, Diversity and Inclusion; what do these words mean to those working in tech? In an ever-changing industry, diversity and inclusion are vital. EDI is the key to producing new ideas and innovative solutions, so what is stopping us from unlocking this potential? This session celebrates the benefits of diversity in tech whilst shining a light on the areas still needing to change. Speakers: Avril Lewis MBE, Technology Connected, Ross Maude, Companies House Elizabeth East, Chwarae Teg Julie-Ann Haines, Principality Building Society

Swansea University Professor Alan Guwy, University of South Wales Professor Hywel Thomas, Cardiff University Professor Richard Marsh, Cardiff University

along wind turbine blades to training offshore technicians using virtual reality.

Speakers: Magnus Harrold. ORE Catapult Michelle Hitches, ORE Catapult Dai Lewis, ORE Catapult 12:45 - 13:30 Industry 4.0 - Emerging Micro Factories & Micro Warehousing. Speakers: Jacques Bonfrer, Bot-Hive Paul Hide, AMDEA

14:00 - 14:45 From digital transformation to digital evolution- How to embed change and accelerate value. You’ll learn why collaboration is critical to create a shared vision for the future along with techniques to effectively embed new ways of working throughout your organisation, enabling you to evolve your digital strategy in a way that drives long-term value and accelerates the speed at which you can respond to the demands of your audience.

Speakers: Andrew Beaney, BOX UK

EVENT AGENDA: Wednesday 23rd June 2021 ACTIVITY


Food for thought: solving our food waste problem SPEAKERS:

Tessa Clarke, Founder & CEO, OLIO Dr Rhian Hayward MBE Chief Executive Officer, AberInnovation




ABERINNOVATION AM: SMART

INFORMATION PM: SMART TRANSPORT

OPPORTUNITIES FOR CAREERS IN TECH

CIRCULAR ECONOMY BLOCKCHAIN

10:00 - 11.30 How are agritech solutions advancing our futures for better? What are some of the most exciting technologies being developed in this fourth agricultural revolution and how might these shape our futures? Speakers: Dr Rhian Hayward MBE Alison Kingston Smith, IBERS Paul Billings, Germinal GB Dr Stephen Christie, Agxio Geraint Hughes, Dewin Tech Dr Michael Squance, Terravesta

10.30 - 12.00 SMART INFORMATION: Capventis Deriving Insights from SMART Information With an ever-increasing number of cloud platforms and smart-devices, companies need to maintain ‘one truth’ - a single view of data that represents the current state of the organisation accurately. Mike describes why Capventis has developed an integration, synchronisation and orchestration tool, known affectionally as Glü, and the methods employed to link cloud, device and smart data.

Speakers: Carwyn Edwards, Capventis Peter Sueref, Empiris Mike Hawkes, Capventis Mark Makin, Spontza

10:15 - 11:15 This is Tech: Building your career in technology Do you have to follow traditional routes into tech?

Speakers: Avril Lewis MBE, Technology Connected Rosie Hines, Tata Steel UK James Harvey, DevOpsGroup Rowena Morgan, Welsh Contact Centre Forum Ltd Shannon Booth, Principality Building Society Ross Maude, Companies House 12:15 - 13:00 Careers Wales Find out more about Careers in Tech

An opportunity for school leavers and parents to hear from employers in the sector. We will be talking to

ThirdSpace – an award-

10:30 - 12:00 What is a circular economy and how Wales is leading the way? Speakers: Brian Mayne, CIWM Cymru Dr Andy Rees OBE, Welsh Government Gwion Williams, Welsh Government Bettina Gilbert, WRAP Cymru Dr Anthony Soroka, Cardiff University Dr Marianna Marchesi, Cardiff University 12:15 - 13:15 Network Session: Circular Economy

13:30 - 14:30 Beyond Recycling: how Wales is at the forefront of new approaches to remanufacturing, re-use and repair Speakers: Rebecca Colley-Jones, PCEP Professor Mike Wilson, DSV Solutions

10:00 - 11:00 Blockchain: Bridging the Irish Sea DLT and blockchain tech has the potential to transform the world through a secure form of global operation, changing the very fabric of how we buy, sell, trade and contract across international borders and in all sectors of the economy and society. How do we initiate and nurture collaboration with international partners within the blockchain space to share our local expertise, and how as an industry do we engage with policy and regulation setters to progress this crucial technology?” Speakers: Dr Cerian Jones, Blockchain Connected Kathryn Hallett, Welsh Government Representative to Ireland Gavin Powell, QPQ Sorcha Mulligan, SME Chain Edwin Ward, WX2 Group 11:30 - 12:30 Welsh Businesses Bringing Blockchain to Life There has been a lot of talk as to how significant for business blockchain will be. But who are the companies eagerly exploring how blockchain will change the world

09:30 - 10:15 Costain: The Hy-Value project- Collaboration for long term success There has never been a call for collaboration of this scale in the water industry as there is now. The challenges proposed by Ofwat and faced by water companies all support the need for collaboration to drive higher performance, deliver at a lower cost and ensure the solution is sustainable for the environment, the community, and the long term.

Speakers: Ben Burggraaf, Welsh Water Gareth Davis, Costain 10:45 - 11:30 Careers Wales: Gwybodaeth am weithio yn y Sector Technoleg Cyfle i ymadawyr ysgol a rhieni glywed gan gyflogwyr yn y sector.

Speakers: Anwen Phillips, Gyrfa Cymru Anna Webb, Third Space

12:30 - 13:00 Premier Stage

Speaker: Jeromy Wells, Whispir

winning technology services company.

Speakers will provide information on: • recruitment methods & techniques, • the skills employers are looking for, and • the types of job roles available. The session will also feature an opportunity to hear a personal story from someone working in this field and their journey to success.

Speakers: Anna Webb, ThirdSpace Lisa Connolly, Careers Wales 15:15 - 16:00 Routes into Tech Speakers: Jessica Leigh Jones MBE, iungo Solutions Viv Buckley, Bridgend College Rhys Griffiths, The Open University, Matthew Turner, National Software Academy Cardiff University Callum Kershaw, Fujitsu

Jane Fellner, Loopster Ellen Petts, Greenstream Flooring

15:00 - 16:00 Wales – a global leader in recycling Speakers: Dawn Lyle, 4theRegion Rosalie McMillan,Smile Plastics Adria Tarrida, Polytag Jane Hall, Green Edge Angus Grahame, Splosh

and what are the businesses, products and services they are actually building. Come hear how four businesses in Wales are bringing Blockchain to Life.

Speakers: David Blake, Development Bank of Wales Nish Kotecha, Finboot Will Webberley, Simply Do Imtiaz Khan, Cardiff Met

Sharon Henley, Coincover 14:00 - 15:00 “Debunking NFTs” Speakers: Nicola McNeely, Harrison Clark Rickerbys Ltd Jill Kaur CTA, Joseph Hage Aaronson LLP Pranksy, NFTBoxes

14:00 - 14:45 Capventis: Winning in the eXperience Economy In this two part session we will discuss how Customer Engagement and eXperience Management can enable businesses to succeed in the eXperience Economy.

Speakers: Carwyn Edwards, Capventis Matt Brown, Capventis Brian O’Flynn, Capventis Rune Holst Johnsen, DNV

15:00 - 15:45 Cardiff Met: Industry Focused Research at Cardiff School of Technologies Professor Jon Platts et al. will present different aspects of the school research resources, mechanisms for undertaking academia-industry partnership projects and associated funding opportunities.

Speakers: Professor Jon Platts, Cardiff Met Professor Edmond Prakash Dr. Imtiaz Khan, Cardiff Met

13:45 - 14:45 How are we using technology to drive food sustainability? Hear about some of the most innovative technologies in this space and how technological solutions may well pave the way to sustainably feeding the planet and ensuring the well-being of many future generations to come. Speakers: Dr Rebecca Charnock, AberInnovation Dr Dylan Gwynn Jones, IBERS Luke Tyler, Tech Tyfu Illtud Dunsford, Cellular Agriculture 15:15 - 16:15 The challenges of 21st Century Farming Join us to hear more about cutting-edge research and innovation taking place in Wales in response to these farming challenges. Speakers: Nia Davies, Davlec Ltd Professor Mariecia Fraser, Aber University Sean Smith, Micron Agritech

14:00 - 15:30 SMART TRANSPORT: Costain Joining the dots - harnessing energy technology for inclusive, decarbonised transport networks In this interactive panel session, we will join the dots between renewable energy and transport, exploring the potential of a holistic approach to revolutionise the way we plan and deliver cleaner, greener transport systems today – while leaving a legacy for tomorrow. Speakers: Andrea Green, Costain Ben Burggraaf, Welsh Water Jamie Colquhoun, Costain

ACTIVITY

18:00 - 20:00 Main Stage

Blockchain Meet Up: Welsh tales from the crypto world In this evening event, you'll hear from the Welsh personalities in the blockchain and crypto space. This fireside-chat will feature experts and enthusiasts giving their stories and experiences of crypto

and answering your questions.

EVENT AGENDA: Thursday 24th June 2021 ACTIVITY

Premier Stage 9:15 - 9:45

Fireside Chat with Lord Gerry Grimstone, Minister for Investment at Department for International Trade and Department for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy




FINTECH AM: SMART INSURE PM: SMART INVESTING INVESTMENT DAY RENEWABLE ENERGY CYBER

10:00 - 11:30 We need to talk about Bitcoin It would appear reports on the death of Bitcoin are greatly exaggerated. Despite repeated rallies and continuous crashes in cryptocurrency markets one fact is for certain - the technology isn’t going away anytime soon. Join Professor Arman Eshraghi, chair of Finance & Investment at Cardiff Business School, for a special keynote talk followed by a live guest panel that will aim to make sense of one of the most transformative (and divisive) technological breakthroughs of recent times. Speakers: Sarah Williams Gardener, Fintech Wales Professor Arman Eshraghi, Cardiff University Jack Davies, nchain Stephen Quinn, W2 Global Data Minyi Soon, Ziglu

10.30 - 11:15 SMART INSURE: Is smart insurance really that smart? A chance to hear industry leaders discuss the impact of technology on the insurance industry and looking to the future of insurance. Speakers: Steve Dukes, Confused.com Gareth Rees, Swiss Re Nigel Lombard, Peppercorn AI Group

12:30 - 13:30 Network Session: Smart Theme 14:00 - 15:30 SMART INVESTMENT: Disrupting the finance behind great ideas Wales has long had an abundance of human capital and powerful ideas. How is innovation making it easier for great ideas and opportunities to access financial capital and what difference can this make?

10.00 - 11.00 Development Bank of Wales: Demystifying investment - Top 10 tips to speed up your fundraise Our mission in this session then is to share our top ten tips for speeding up the fundraising process as much as possible, so that you can get on with what you do best – building value

Speakers: Alex Leigh, Development Bank of Wales David Blake, Development Bank of Wales Colin Batten, Development Bank of Wales

10:30 - 12:00 Intro to Marine Renewables in Wales What is the current state of marine renewables in Wales? What role can it play in achieving net zero? Where are the major hubs of activity? And what is the future outlook for this industry over the coming years? We attempt to answer these questions and more Speakers: Jess Hooper, Marine Energy Wales Tim James, Port of Milford Haven Sarah Livett, Menter Môn Chris Williams, DP Energy Henry Dixon, Tidal Range Alliance

12:15 - 13:15 Network Session: Renewable Energy

10:00 - 11:00 Cyber Wales in the World With a membership of over 2,500 that spans the whole UK, Cyber Wales is a representative body with the aim of being the heart and voice of the cyber community in Wales. We will hear from the manager of our Middle East & South Asia Cluster about some of the projects we are involved in, such as working with the UN, to explore the reach of the Cyber Wales ecosystem. Speakers: John Davies, Cyber Wales Jason Davies, Cyber Wales Clare Johnson, University of South Wales Dr. Kerry Beynon, RDP Lawyers Chris Roberts, Cybata Leanne Davies, Wrexham Glyndŵr University Faheem Azhar, Cyber Wales

09:30 - 10:15 Speakers: Jessica Leigh Jones, Lungo Solutions 10:45 - 11:30 SHIPSHAPE VC: Using Ship Shape to find the right VC investors Finding the right VC investors today is like getting into an Uber that doesn’t have SatNav. Today’s tools will tell you an area code at best (e.g. VC firm that invests in ‘Fintech’), and whilst your network may have some investors they can introduce you to, who is the right one? Speakers: Daniel Sawko, ShipShape VC Alistair Baillie, ShipShape VC

12:30 - 13:30 Network Session: FinTech

13:45 - 14:45

How do we add tangible value to data on the balance sheet? How do we add tangible value to data on the balance sheet? Like Brand equity which took ages to define and construct, we as data leaders need to define the commercial tangibility around data. We have long said ‘Data is the new oil’ but what is the commercial value of that oil. If, one company has got a higher quality high volume data that another in the same field, what’s the value of that and how can we start attributing commercial value to data. What is the value of a company which has a great data/analytics set up as opposed to one who hasn’t? How can data leaders make data a more commercial entity? Speakers: Sameer Rahman, Royal Mint Michael Newton PwC Hoodi Ansari, Futurenet Iain Mansfield, Principality Building Society Itoro Liney, Principality Building Society 15:15 - 16:15 Amplify: How FinTech drives innovation, and where to look next.

Speakers: Martin Hyden, Wynne Jones Daniel Swako, ShipShape VC Piotr Pisarz, We Are Uncapped Juliette Souliman, MMC Ventures

11:30 - 12:45 British Business Bank: How to attract investors and speak their language What advice would an investor give to a scaling business seeking funding? All businesses with ambitions to grow need access to funding. During this session, the British Business Bank will host a discussion with a panel of Tech focussed investors to better understand their investment appetite and gauge what they look for when supporting scaling businesses. This diverse panel of investors will share practical insights for scaling businesses looking to raise finance to fund the next stage of their growth journey including tips on how best to navigate and secure investment. Tech Nation will also host a fireside chat with a successful scaling Welsh business to better understand their fundraising journey. Speakers: Bethan Bannister, British Business Bank

Gino Brancazio, Tech Nation Daisy Onubogu, Backed VC Dr Melanie Goward, Maven Capital Partner Rohallah Ghasemi, SFC

13:30 - 14:30 Marine Renewable Technology Showcase We take a closer look at the technological innovation that’s driving forward this industry, with examples from four companies advancing their unique designs to help generate power from the ocean.

Speakers: John Meagher, nova Innovation Madeline Cowley, Bombora Wave Power Dr Martin Edlund, Minesto John Chapman, Marine Power Systems Manon Kynaston, Marine Energy Wales 15:00 - 16:00 Innovation in the Marine Renewables Supply Chain

To progress a new industry with its own technological challenges innovation is needed across the supply chain. We take a look at some of the innovative companies in our supply chain and what they’re doing to advance our sector Speakers: Jay Sheppard, Marine Energy Wales Saul Young, Marine Energy Wales Dr Paul Ellsmore, ORE Catapult Charlotte Wood, Mainstay Marine Solutions David Glasby, Swansea University Tim Warren, Blackfish Engineering

11:30 - 12:30 Cyber Capability for the future- 'Made in Wales' When industry, academia and government work together, anything’s possible. During this session you’ll hear about new research, innovation and collaboration opportunities along with some very exciting future plans! Speakers: Professor Rob Rolley, DIT Gareth Williams, Thales UK Marie Caruso, Arcanum Cyber Security Gareth Davies, University of South Wales Professor Pete Burnap, Cardiff University Stuart Criddle, PwC

14:00 - 14:30 Premier Stage The global cyber threat landscape post covid and the strength of UK cyber industry to lead the fight Speakers: Gareth Williams, Thales UK Ciaran Martin CB, Professor of Practice in the Management of Public Organisations, Oxford University’s, Blavatnik School of Government

Two leading AI technology companies - will provide unique insights about their experiences as technology suppliers to leading Financial Services organisations in the UK and Europe Speakers: Oliver Hayman, AMPLYFI Paul Weathersby, Talent Ticker

Capital Matt Penneycard, Partner Ada Ventures Kate Bache, Health&Her 14:00 - 14:45 GlobalWelsh presents...Untapped potential: The role of diaspora investment Wales is, and always has been, a nation of innovators, makers and doers. The potential for both businesses and investors are huge. But Wales is often overlooked on the UK and European investor circuits making raising private seed capital a challenge for many Welsh businesses. This is where the Welsh diaspora can help. Speakers: Dr Sarah Louisa Birchley, GlobalWelsh, David Buttress, 83North Alison Ettridge, Talent Intuition Eamon Tuhami, X8IQ Dan Swygart, Alpacr 15:15 - 16:00 The shifting start-up and VC ecosystem: Fireside chat with DIT and Dev Bank Speakers: Duncan Gray, Development Bank of Wales Paul Morris, International Trade (DIT)’s Venture Capital Unit

15:00 - 16:00 SafetyTech - dealing with the internet's dark underbelly Hear about the Cyber Threats Research Centre (CYTREC)’s work on online terrorist propaganda and radicalisation. Learn about potential collaboration and business opportunities for Welsh cyber / tech SMEs. Speakers: Neil Sandford, Welsh Government Professor Stuart Macdonald, Swansea University Adam Hadley, Tech Against Terrorism Dr Erin Saltman, GIFCT

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16:00 – 17:00 Premier Stage

21st Century Wales: Making Wales a global tech hub

Today, Wales. Tomorrow, the World! In this session we will hear from both new and established indigenous businesses who are making their mark on the global stage.

Join us to discuss how they made their start in Wales ,their strategies for internationalisation and the lessons they have learnt and continue to learn along the way. Speakers:

David Buttress, 83North Joanna Swash, Moneypenny

Dr Andrew W Nelson OBE, IQE Avril Lewis MBE, Technology Connected

Sina Yamani, Yoello

EVENT AGENDA: Friday 25th June 2021

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An interview with Sally Meecham, CEO for the Centre for Digital Public Services in Wales SPEAKERS:

Christian Coates, Method4 Sally Meecham, Centre for Digital Public Services in Wales

Main Stage Wynne-Jones IP Smart Stage Pillar Stage CSconnected

Cluster Stage

PUBLIC SERVICES AM: SMART SERVICING

BUSINESS SUPPORT/ START UP

SUPPORT CREATIVE

10:00 - 11:30 Transforming the Public Sector This session on "Transforming the Public Sector" will look at some of the challenges and opportunities for digital transformation in the public sector in Wales. With our panel of speakers, we will explore a range of priorities and issues for Wales (including: data, infrastructure, skills, collaboration, trust, leadership, culture, and citizen-centred digital services) as we look ahead at the start of a new Welsh Government, acknowledging the increased profile, prominence and importance of digital for economic renewal as we emerge from COVID-19, as well as the wider "levelling up" agenda. Speakers: Professor Tom Crick MBE, Swansea University Glyn Jones, Welsh Government Sally Meecham, Centre for Digital Public Services in Wales 12:30 - 13:30 Network Session: Public Services 13:45 - 14:45 Role of data in transforming the public

10.30 - 12.00 SMART SERVICING ‘Building better public services in Wales – making technology work for users’ Perago will provide an overview of the role of user centred, digital transformation within the Welsh public sector and how this relates to the Digital Strategy for Wales followed by some practical tips on how projects can ensure technology decisions are based on user need. Speakers: Tim Daley, Perago Ross Gregory, Perago 12:30 - 13:30 Network Session: Smart Servicing

10:15 - 11:15 BUSINESS WALES: Why building a team will be the most important thing you ever build Why building a team will be the most important thing you ever build. EVENT SYNOPSIS: Entrepreneurship is not an island, especially in tech. We see thousands of business ideas every year and many of them are from single person businesses who have their minds firmly set on investment. In this session we’ll discuss in detail why building a skilled team FIRST is essential to getting your idea from concept to MVP. We’ll hear from experts who have built their in-house skill base and worked collaboratively to realise their ambitions. After this session you’ll be able to spot gaps in your development and implement recruitment drives or relevant partnerships to fill them. Most importantly, we'll talk through what investors will look for in your team to get them to sign on the dotted line. Speakers: Kris Hicks, Business Wales Miranda Bishop, Business Wales Andrew Tuite, Business Wales Rony Seamons, AMPLIFY Shayoni Lynn, Lynn PR

10:00 - 11:00 Creative Cardiff at Wales Tech Week: Using tech to enhance and widen accessibility for creatives and audiences Join Creative Cardiff project manager Vicki Sutton to explore how technology is enhancing and widening the accessibility of art and culture for creatives and their audiences. Vicki will be joined by five Wales-based creatives who will share examples of their innovative approaches. We’ll discuss the technology that’s been developed and how it can enrich creative experiences.

Speakers: Vicki Sutton, Creative CArdiff Jorge Lizalde, Studio cano Leigh Davies, Pyka Rachel Stelmach, Disability Arts Cymru Alison John,Yellobrick Hannah McPake Gagglebabble

11:30 - 12:30 Createch and R&D – fuelling the media sector Join Clwstwr R&D Producer Greg Mothersdale

sector Session to discuss the use of data and its role in driving business change and new initiatives in the public sector. How do data leaders drive a culture of data literacy in the public sector and what are the challenges and opportunities? Speakers: Sameer Rahman, Royal Mint John Hewson, DVLA 15:15 - 16:15 Welsh language User Research when developing digital services session A presentation on HMRC’s work since 2018 to better understand Welsh language users and their needs; The creation of Welsh language customer Personas and main user insights. Speakers: Lee Jones, HMRC Gruffydd Weston, HMRC

12:00 - 13:15 Why Wales? Find out why leading multinational organisations and fast-growing tech companies are choosing to set up and grow their businesses in Wales joining a rapidly growing tech community over 45,000 people, contributing circa £8bn to the Welsh economy. Speakers: Carl Griffiths, Development Bank of Wales Gareth Williams, Thales UK John Glennane, Capventis Nish Kotecha, Finboot Nigel Roberts, iVapps Smart Valve Solutions Ltd. 14:00 - 14:45 Intellectual Property – The Crown Jewels of your R&D

A planned, thorough approach to making the most of your ideas have never been more important. In this event, Dr Elliott Davies will introduce you to a powerful strategic tool that can help you form and maximise your R&D strategy. Speakers: Dr Elliott Davies, Wynne-Jones IP

for a conversation with pioneering Wales based creatives, discussing their innovative work and research and development projects, where creativity and technology combine! Speakers: Greg Mothersdale, Clwstr Jo Pearce, Bright Branch Media John Giwa-Amu, Goodgate Media Rebecca Hardy, Edge 21

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Closing Proceedings Speakers:

Avril Lewis MBE, Technology Connected

event agenda: monday 21 june 2021 - technology connected

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