Digital Pathways 2011 showcases leading edge research being conducted by North West Universities

This event will identify new and exciting ways that businesses can develop their products and services through collaboration with HE establishments and key funders.

Registration
For details of speakers and exhibitors and to register, please go to the eventbrite site via the link below:
http://digitalpathways2011.eventbrite.com

With a focus on broadcasting, telecoms, digital networks, infrastructure and ICT, this event is aimed at a broad range of ICT / technology companies and SMEs. Whether you need support to innovate, access to funding opportunities or simply to find out what is available, this is a must attend event for digital and ICT businesses across the North West region.

Digital Pathways 2011 will bring together North West Universities, Enterprise Europe Network, Technology Strategy Board (TSB), Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP), RCUK Digital Economy Programme and North West Fund to provide businesses with key information about current funding and partnership opportunities in the region and beyond.

Who should attend?
? North West based SMEs working in ICT and the digital and creative industries
? R&D project managers
? Companies looking for R&D funding
? Companies looking for collaboration partners

Why attend?
? Meet potential partners for joint projects
? Discuss projects with academics from a wide range of HE establishments
? Hear the latest industry news from top keynote speakers
? Network with likeminded SMEs

Keynote presentations:
BBC – Adrian Woolard
O2 – Dr Mike Short
Microsoft – Lars Lindstedt

Agenda
17:30 – 18:00 Registration, drinks and canapés
17:30 – 18:30 Access to HE exhibition/access to funders exhibition
18:30 – 19:15 Keynote presentation session
19:15 – 20:00 Access to HE exhibition/access to funders exhibition
20:00 Close