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ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
THE UK’S LEADING SUPPLIER DIVERSITY CONFERENCE CONNECTING THE MOST INNOVATIVE AND HIGH-GROWTH ETHNIC MINORITY BUSINESSES WITH GLOBAL BRANDS.
BUSINESS EXHIBITION | INNOVATION CHALLENGE | KNOWLEDGE FORUM | WORKSHOPS | BUSINESS ADVICE SURGERY | 1-2-1 MEETINGS | CELEBRATORY RECEPTION | NETWORKING
- Full day Business Exhibition featuring 40+ exhibitors and over 250 delegates.
- MSDUK 2019 Innovation Challenge Final showcases the top 12 entrepreneurs presenting their innovative products and ideas to potential investors, buyers and industry experts.
- Collaborative learning, C-Suite panel discussions and seminars from industry experts at the Knowledge Forum.
SEE OUR 2018 TESTIMONIALS
SEE OUR 2018 CONFERENCE
REASONS TO ATTEND OUR 2019 CONFERENCE
2019 CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
16 SEPTEMBER
International Day
Pre-conference events for our international guests, by invitation only.
17 SEPTEMBER
INNOVATION CHALLENGE
Presenting ground breaking ideas & innovative products. See our 13 finalists in action for top prizes
OUR 2019 CONFERENCE SPEAKERS
ANDY HORNE
EDF
A supply chain leader with extensive experience in Procurement, Sustainable Procurement, including Diversity & Inclusion, and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM). Currently heading up EDF Energy’s Shared Goods & Services Supply Chain.
JOYEETA DAS
Gyana
Joyeeta is the CEO and Founder of AI company GYANA. She is a TEDX speaker, an Innovate UK ambassador, a Top 100 Asian in UKTech and an official representative in international UK trade delegations.
NEDRA DICKSON
Accenture
Nedra is the Global Supplier Diversity and Sustainability Lead for Accenture. She is responsible for leading and promoting their well-established efforts to maximize procurement opportunities with diverse businesses as suppliers.
THERESA HARRISON
EY
Theresa is the Global Director Diversity & Inclusiveness Procurement at EY, a role she has held since 2004, and is responsible for the management and oversight of their supplier diversity.
TICKET PRICES
FULL CONFERENCE TICKET - 17 SEPTEMBER
Access to all aspects of the conference programme, including the Business Show, Innovation Challenge, as well as unlimited workshops. Ticket includes refreshments and lunch, plus entrance to the evening’s VIP celebratory reception.
REGISTER
ETHNIC MINORITY BUSINESSES/SUPPLIERS: £100 + VAT
REGISTER
CORPORATES/PUBLIC SECTOR: £300 + VAT
(Corporate tickets also include Knowledge Forum on 18 Sep)
VISITOR PASS - 17 SEPTEMBER
The visitor pass is designed for those who would like to know more about MSDUK and our network. Come along and see the types of businesses we work with and learn how you can get involved.
REGISTERVISITOR PASS: FREE
(Ticket provides access to Business Exhibition & Innovation Challenge only. Does not include workshop participation, lunch, or access to evening celebratory reception.)
EXHIBIT AT MSDUK BUSINESS SHOW
- Increase your brand visibility, market your products, connect with hundreds of potential clients.
- Meet over 100 category buyers from leading Fortune 500 firms.
- Network with other proactive EMB/SMEs.
- Make the most of the separate meeting lounge for extensive meetings.
EXHIBITION PRICES - 17 SEPTEMBER
Contact UsMSDUK CORPORATE MEMBERS: £300 + VAT
MSDUK CERTIFIED SUPPLIERS: £150 + VAT
ACCOMMODATION
LEONARDO ROYAL HOTEL LONDON,
TOWER BRIDGE
This year’s main conference venue, located near the Tower of London is perfect for exploring the bustling city of London.
MSDUK have reserved a limited number of rooms, which are available for purchase at a discounted rate. Get in touch now to book.
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