Championing local manufacturing and engineering

Northamptonshire

Manufacturing Week

Explore a week-long schedule of events

23 - 27 September 2024

Championing Local Industry

Join us for Northamptonshire Manufacturing Week, a vibrant, week-long celebration of the county's thriving industrial sector from 23 to 27 September 2024. This inaugural summit will bring together industry leaders, experts, local businesses, and key stakeholders from regional bodies, including local authorities, councils, chambers, and growth hubs. Attendees can participate in a diverse range of events, including webinars, seminars, workshops, factory tours, and panel discussions.

Highlights of the week include Make UK's National Manufacturing Day on 26th September, featuring events at Delapré Abbey and Vulcan Works in Northampton and a morning at Silverstone Museum on 27 September. Attendees can look forward to insightful discussions, networking opportunities, sampling local produce and explore the technology, support and innovations shaping the future of manufacturing.

Join us for webinars, seminars, workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.

 

Supporters & Sponsors

Northamptonshire Manufacturing Week Schedule of Events

Mon 23 Sept | 11:00am - 11:30am | Webinar

Understanding ERP: A Coffee Break Introduction to Sage 200

Alex Hamp, Director | Paradise Computing Ltd

Mon 23 Sept | 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Webinar

An Introduction to International Trade

Simon Elton-Thomson | Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce

Mon 23 Sept | 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Webinar

Empowering Women in Manufacturing: Insights and Inspiration

Eleanor Baker, Women Entrepreneurs, Social Sustainability and Business & Commercial at Lloyds Bank, Thomas Flude from Engineers Insight, Sarah Black-Smith from Siemens & Neo Chatyoka from Uhuru Botanicals

Mon 23 Sept | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | In-Person Workshop

Creating Your Manufacturing Growth Roadmap

Alastair McLeod | Business Doctor

Capacity: Limited to 12 places

Location: 5 Pedigree Farm, Althorp Estate, Northampton NN7 4HE

Parking: Free parking included

Refreshments: Includes a delicious cream tea and refreshments! Arrive hungry.

Tue 24 Sept | 10:00am - 10:30am | Webinar

Manufacturing Solutions for Sage 50

Martin Conner | CIM Software Ltd

Tue 24 Sept | 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Webinar

Manufacturing Solutions for Sage 200: Works Order Processing (WOP), Material & Resource Planning (MRP) & Shop Floor Data Capture (SFDC)

Nikki Wright | Sicon

Tue 24 Sept | 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Webinar

4 Common Innovation & Productivity Themes Being Adopted by UK Manufacturing Businesses

Steve Morris | Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC Coventry) 

Wed 25 Sept | 9:30am - 11:00am | In-Person Seminar

Optimising Financials: Maximise ERP Efficiency & Master Tax Strategies and R&D Credits

Will Amos & Aaron Hemmington | Hawsons Chartered Accountants
Alex Hamp | Paradise Computing

Location: Reed, Brackmills Business Park, 900 Pavilion Drive, Northampton, NN4 7RG

Parking: Free parking included

Wed 25 Sept | 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Webinar

Securing the Supply Chain: AI-Enabled Cyber Threats for Manufacturing and Logistics

Phil Martin | Acronis

Wed 25 Sept | 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Webinar

Smart Manufacturing: Embracing Digital Transformation

Dorian Smellie, CEO of Total Control Pro

Thu 26 Sept | 12:00pm - 1:00pm | In-Person

Manufacturing Panel Discussion

Compere: Kevin Rogers, Partner, Dispute Resolution | Wilson Browne Solicitors

Expert Panel:
  • Compere: Kevin Rogers,Partner at Wilson Browne Solicitors
  • Junuz Jakupović, Head of SME Partnerships, Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), Midlands
  • Adam Lawton, The Northamptonshire Manufacturing Forum
  • Greg Ward, Principal Regeneration Officer, North Northamptonshire Council
  • Dr Mahmoud Moradi, Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering, University of Northampton
  • Paul Granfield, Head of Engineering Employer Partnerships in Northamptonshire, Tresham College
  • Jake Davey, Artisan Signs

Location: Delapré Abbey, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW

Parking: Free visitor parking

Thu 26 Sept | 1:00pm - 2:00pm | In-Person

Networking & Nibbles: Made in Northamptonshire (MiN) showcasing their locally produced food and drink

Rachel Mallows MBE

Location: Delapré Abbey, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW

Parking: Free visitor parking

Thu 26 Sept | 3:00pm - 4:00pm | In-Person

Unlocking Growth: Expert Insights on Business Funding & Grants

West Northamptonshire Council, South Midlands Growth Hub, Business and IP Centre (BIPC), University of Bedfordshire, Lloyds Banking Group

Capacity: Limited to 30 places

Location: Vulcan Works, 34-38 Guildhall Road, Northampton, NN1 1EW

Parking: Public car parks and metered street parking nearby (bring loose change)

Fri 27 Sept | 8:30am - 10:00am | In-Person

Northamptonshire Manufacturing Forum

Contact Adam Lawton at UoN

 

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