Key industry stakeholders, policy makers and their partners discuss strategies for upgrading the North’s digital infrastructure, funding and the opportunities provided by government policy.

Enter the North’s exciting new world of smart places with the entire economic ecosystem from telcos, enterprises, and government bodies collaborating to bring the region a world leading smart infrastructure.

Examining the technology mix and delivery strategies tailored to address the unique regional challenges of deploying advanced connectivity services to homes and businesses.

An open discussion on the North’s public and private sectors using digital connectivity to promote social and economic growth by increasing efficiency for businesses, connecting communities and addressing the digital divide.

Exploring how improving the region’s digital infrastructure increases global competitiveness and encourage inward investment for the North

Innovate North celebrates all things Northern tech and innovation, from industry verticals to startups. Investors, accelerators, scaleups and SME's will share their insights into investment in Northern innovation and strategies for ensuring business longevity in the current economic climate.