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Future Makers Lancashire

September 30, 2026

09:30 - 13:00

Hyndburn

Lancashire Digital Hub

How collaboration, technology and innovation drive business growth. Are you a Future Maker? Join business leaders, innovators and technology professionals from across Lancashire for a half-day event exploring how collaboration, technology and innovation can unlock new opportunities for growth.

Featuring an inspiring keynote speaker and interactive panel discussion, Future Makers brings together voices from business, technology, manufacturing and skills to explore how organisations can embrace innovation, adopt new technologies and build the partnerships needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Whether you're looking to embrace new technologies, strengthen partnerships, develop talent or explore new opportunities, this event is designed to spark ideas, share experiences and make valuable new connections.

Expect
🎙️Keynote Speaker (to be announced)
🗣️ What Makes a Future Maker? A panel discussion exploring how collaboration, technology, skills and innovation drive business growth, featuring:
Dan Knowles, Founder -Northern Reach
Richard Singleton, Founder - WhY-Us? Marketing
Cath Rogan, Founder - Smart Garment People & Loombreakers
Joe Murray, Founder - Small Business Software

☕ Pastries, tea and coffee on arrival
🤝 Networking with business leaders, innovators and technology professionals
🥗 Buffet lunch included

Event Itinerary
09:30 Registration, pastries & networking
10:00 Welcome
10:10 Keynote Speaker (TBC)
10:50 Refreshment break
11:05 What Makes a Future Maker? Panel Discussion
11:50 Audience Q&A
12:15 Buffet lunch & networking
13:00 Close Don't miss the chance to join us!

Free

Event cost: Free

Venue address

Accrington Stanley Football Club, Livingstone Road, Accrington, BB5 5BX

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