CLES Summit 2009
Forging resilient local economies
14th and 15th July 2009, Manchester
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CLES Summit 2009 programme
Confirmed speakers include:
Bob Neill MP Shadow Minister for Local Government
Michael Ward British Urban Regeneration Association (BURA)
Chris Leslie New Local Government Network (NLGN)
Nicola Steuer new economics foundation (nef)
Adrian Passmore RegenWM
Toby Blume Urban Forum
Chris Wade Action for Market Towns
James Morris Localis
more speakers.....
It's all about change
We feel there is a real need and a real opportunity for new ideas and new approaches to economic development which engender resilience at a local level. All of this is a challenge but also a major opportunity to learn lessons and explore different ways of regenerating our communities sustainably.
Developing resilience
The recession is serious and affects communities across the country. This does not mean that we should allow uncertainty to stifle our creativity or for inertia to become our dominant response. Recession means we now need to innovate, take some risks, create new ideas and have a renewed sense of action. The Summit will explore the strategy, policy and delivery required to forge resilient local economies.
The CLES Summit is something different...
This event is run by CLES’ own in house team and as such we have a passion for how it is run and the new thinking it creates. Previous delegates have commented on how it is real chance to think afresh and be stimulated in a friendly and welcoming environment.
What to expect at the CLES Summit 2009...
- Be challenged by listening and participating
- Be inspired by the ideas you hear and the people you meet
- Be informed by good practice
- Learn more about policy and the local economic resilience
- Participate in lively debate and discussion
- Be actively involved in the sessions with less PowerPoint and more opportunity to make your contribution
- Develop different approaches in your own area
- Create space for you to think and reflect
- Have fun
Venue and dates
The Summit 2009 will be held on 14th and 15th July at the Renold Building, University of Manchester, which is conveniently situated close to rail and bus stations in the centre of Manchester.
Who should attend?
The event attracts a diverse national audience representing key sectors involved and interested in regeneration, including delegates from local government, local communities, government departments, the private sector and third sector organisations.
For the latest information on the programme and speakers watch these pages or register your interest in the event and receive updates direct to your inbox by emailing your contact details to lynstacey@cles.org.uk
Sponsored and endorsed by:
CLES Commendations 2010
Three projects received commendations at this year's CLES Summit - Grow (Hull); The Star Inn (Salford) and East Lindsey Active (Lincolnshire).
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Local Economic Assessment Network
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