MIPIM 2017: The Midlands – The UK’s engine for digital growth?

The digital economy is a worldwide phenomenon, and in the UK, the Digital Economy Bill reflects an ambition to stay ahead of the curve. However, the prospects for what this sector can continue to deliver are there for the taking on a regional level as much as a national one. What then is the Midlands’ strategy to benefit from the innovation, competitiveness and growth that technology can power? Experts discuss the region’s track record so far, and how it plans to take it to another level?

Panellists:

Stacey Meadwell, Regions and Sector Editor, EG - chairing

Cllr Nick McDonald, Cabinet Member for Growth and Transport, Nottingham City Council

Monica Fogarty, Joint Managing Director, Warwickshire County Council

Nigel Turner - Executive Director, Developments and Property Services, Kier GROUP

Ardavan Amini, Professor of Enterprise Systems, Birmingham City University