Oban & Argyll Blue economy and built environment 2023 - Investing in Sustainability and Innovation

The forum will bring together leaders, sector operators, innovators, financial institutions, and investors in the Blue Economy and Built Environment for Oban, Argyll, Mull and the Islands and will focus on: 

•    Blue Economy (incl. Marine Sciences, Marine Biology, Conservation, Renewables)

•    Built Environment (Eco-Property Development, Renewables)

•    Eco-Hospitality (incl. Tourism, Food and Beverage)

•    Human Health (as related to Marine Sciences and Built Environment)

•    Entrepreneurship & Expansion Funding (grants, venture debt, equity) 

FORUM

1:15pm: Arrival and Luncheon Networking

Welcome from Donald Forsyth - Chairman, IoD H&I 

2:00pm: Panels

4:00pm: Business Networking and Breakout Sessions

5:00pm - Close of Forum

Panelists include:

•    Fergus Murray - Head of Economic Development, Argyll & Bute Council; Board of Directors, BID Oban

•    Elaine Jamieson - Head of Life Sciences, Blue Economy, and Food & Drink, Highlands & Islands Enterprise

•    Andrew Mearns Spragg - Founder & Chief Scientific Officer, Jellagen Pty Ltd

•    Rhianna Rees - Seaweed Academy Coordinator, SAMS Enterprise

•    Lisa Lambie - Chief Impact Officer, Blue Oasis Ventures; Environment & Sustainability Ambassador, IoD H&I

•    Others panelists currently being confirmed.