The Great Business Debate

Set within the iconic surroundings of Ely Cathedral, The Great Business Debate will bring together influential voices for an evening of insight, challenge and conversation.

Delegates will hear a keynote from Shevaun Haviland, who will frame the discussion and act as debate facilitator, offering national-level representation of the voice of business.

The Question: Is the UK still a great place to do business?

Two teams of debaters will be announced soon. Once these two teams have concluded the debate, attendees will be asked what they think with conclusions to be shared post-event.

Attendees will enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival (alcoholic or non-alcoholic).

6.30-7.15pm – Arrivals and Networking Drinks Reception
7.15-9.00pm – The Great Business Debate
9.00-10.00pm – Networking Drinks and Close

Keynote Speaker

Shevaun Haviland – Director General, British Chambers of Commerce

Team Yes
•    Professor Tim Minshall – Dr John C Taylor Professor of Innovation & Head of the Institute for Manufacturing 
•    Gavin Winbanks – Founder, White Hawk Green
•    Roz Bird – Chief Executive Officer, Anglia Innovation Partnership. Norwich Research Park.

Team No
•    Mike Ashmead OBE – Chairman, Encocam Group Limited
•    Andrea Wilson – Managing Director of Hone-All Precision Ltd and Supporter of UK Manufacturing
•    Mike Greene DL – Founder and CEO, The Growth Syndicate