Keynote - The Economic Prize of Innovation & Transformation

04 Mar 2026
Bury Theatre (Ground Floor)
Keynote
Mandy Ridyard is the Mayor’s Business Advisor, Chair of Space Hub Yorkshire and Financial Director of Produmax . She will explore how leading the transition to low-carbon goods and services can strengthen productivity, competitiveness, and resilience, while securing investment and market access. With innovation at the heart of this transformation, from technology to industrial systems, Mandy will highlight how acting now allows the UK’s regions and businesses to capture the economic prize of decarbonisation, drive sustainable growth and deliver high-value jobs.
Speakers
Mandy Ridyard
Mandy Ridyard, Chief Business Advisor to the Mayor of West Yorkshire. Financial Director - Produmax. Chair Space Hub Yorkshire. - West Yorkshire Combined Authority