12.01.21 Innovation procurement to boost Regions in post COVID Recovery

Academic and Regional leaders discuss the role of innovation procurement in regional growth, their current initiatives, and the potential for these approaches to strengthen economic recovery in the wake of the COVID pandemic.

What innovation procurement approaches have demonstrated impact? What are the key lessons that could help embed these practices within other UK regions? What policies and skills will boost innovation in the post-COVID-19 economy?

Speakers

• Peter Schofield, Head of Integrated Commissioning and Procurement , Manchester City Council
• Elvira Uyarra, Reader in Innovation Policy and Strategy, Alliance Manchester Business School
• Professor Raquel Ortega-Argilés, Chair in Regional Economic Development, University of Birmingham & City-REDI Institute