10:00 AM
11:00 AM
Innovation Café
Business support
Join the business support seminar for expert guidance across a wide range of topics, including regulatory compliance, international trade, funding opportunities and market access. You can also meet our business support speakers in our Innovation Café for personalised, one to one advice tailored to your business needs.
Chair
Richard Harris, Welsh Government, Head of International Trade
Iwan Palmer, Welsh Government, Innovation Specialist
Julie Russell, Welsh Government, Business Development Manager, Inward Investment
Tom Davies, Development Bank of Wales, Investment Executive
James Culy, Innovate UK Business Connect, Knowledge Transfer Manager - Health (Medical Technologies)
11:30 AM
12:30 PM
Wilberforce
Tritech Institute, Hywel Dda University Health Board: Horizon Europe Funding for Digital Solutions Aiding Sustainability in Health
Funded by Horizon Europe, the suCHO project will invest €2.86 million into R&D to develop an AI-powered horizontal planning and execution-driven system to empower health and care organisations to act sustainably. The funding call is being supported by the Tritech Institute based at Hywel Dda University Health Board, who conduct translational research and real-world evaluations on healthcare innovations. This session will provide an overview of the suCHO project, as well as outlining the opportunities to engage in upcoming tenders.
Dr Matthew Lawrence, Hywel Dda University Health Board, Deputy Head of Tritech Institute & Innovation
Dr Amy Campbell, Hywel Dda University Health Board, Research and Innovation Associate, Tritech Institute & Innovation
Calum Shaw, Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, Sustainability Lead
David James, Auditel, Managing Partner
12:30 PM
01:30 PM
Wilberforce
Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency Workshop
This interactive regulatory workshop hosted by MHRA will guide industry professionals and research clinicians through clinical trials, licensing, and the compliance process. Key topics include the implementation of the April 2026 UK Clinical Trials Regulations, post market surveillance and AI medical device software.
MiRa Jacobs, Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency, Head of Digital Health
Francisco Delgado, Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency, Head of Medical Devices Pathways
03:30 PM
04:30 PM
Wilberforce
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership: Procurement and Adoption
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership supports adoption and innovation through effective procurement pathways. This session focuses on navigating NHS procurement processes, enabling access to new technologies, and accelerating the uptake of innovation into clinical practice.
Lee Morgan, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, Deputy Head of Operational Procurement
Hannah Morris, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, Sustainable Procurement and Net Zero Manager
11:00 AM
04:30 PM
Innovation Cafe
Innovation Cafe
A dedicated space where delegates can engage directly with expert advisors on a wide range of topics - from regulation and business support to funding, finance, skills development, design, innovation, international trade, and market access. Experts will be on hand to offer practical insights and guidance. Whether you're seeking advice on navigating complex compliance requirements or exploring new projects, the Innovation Cafe provides one-to-one support in an informal and accessible setting.
Development Bank of Wales,
Innovate UK,
Welsh Government,
Sotas,
LimestoneGrey,
GX,
NHS Wales National Innovation Leadership Group,