Archives: Speakers
Sharon Butler
16 Oct – Public Spaces Theatre / 10am – 11:45am Can new contractors succeed in the commercial sector? Our panel shares their experiences in trying to develop their businesses and secure more “lucrative” commercial contracts? They explain why they have focused on this and the areas of help and support they believe is needed that could help grow and enhance the sector by creating more choice.
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16 Oct – Public Spaces Theatre / 10am – 11:45am Can new contractors succeed in the commercial sector? Our panel shares their experiences in trying to develop their businesses and secure more “lucrative” commercial contracts? They explain why they have focused on this and the areas of help and support they believe is needed that could help grow and enhance the sector by creating more choice.
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16 Oct – Stone Theatre / 11am – 11:45am Stone Transforming Communities This session will explore the award-winning Elephant Springs project in Elephant & Castle and explore how the use of stone has transformed this city-centre public space. BIO Having worked on both sides of the chalk line with 30 years of experience primarily on public realm works, I joined Hardscape in 2007 and have been senior sales manager London and Southeast as well as Group Technical Manager for that period. Other than sales my main duties are collaborating with landscape architects, architects, designers, engineers as well as my colleagues at…
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16th Oct – Business Theatre / 2pm-2:45pm Retaining Talent: Investing in your biggest asset From benefit schemes to investing in training and development to becoming employee owned, there are various ways to engage staff and ensure that they’re just as invested in the company as you are in them – and it starts with recruitment. Hear the tried and tested methods of our panellists and their most successful approaches to looking after their staff.
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15 Oct -Public Spaces Theatre / 3pm – 3:45pm Making SuDS Mandatory: The need for nature-based solutions Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) are set to become mandatory for new developments in England, making it a requirement for them to be considered for managing surface water and rainwater. What does this mean for those designing these schemes, and could it be a big opportunity for the sector? Hear from our panellists on why incorporating SuDS is more important now than ever – providing nature is at the heart of our approach. BIO Cristina is an award-winning Chartered Landscape Architect with 20 years’ experience in professional…
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15 Oct -Public Spaces Theatre / 3pm – 3:45pm Making SuDS Mandatory: The need for nature-based solutions Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) are set to become mandatory for new developments in England, making it a requirement for them to be considered for managing surface water and rainwater. What does this mean for those designing these schemes, and could it be a big opportunity for the sector? Hear from our panellists on why incorporating SuDS is more important now than ever – providing nature is at the heart of our approach.
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15 Oct -Public Spaces Theatre / 2pm – 2:45pm Benefits of Brownfields: Bringing these into new schemes Existing brownfield sites are some of the most important places in our landscape, and there are ways to design these materials and structures back into new landscapes to reap the biodiversity benefits. Expert John Little shares how to recreate the habitats found on brownfield sites – and in an aesthetic way that keeps the local community and clients on side. BIO John argues against long standing protocol within public space and horticulture. He suggests structural complexity and topography is overlooked in landscape design and…
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15 Oct – Public Spaces Theatre / 11am – 11:45am Designing for diversity in public spaces We know that public spaces are key sites for enabling social connections, cultural expression, recreation and heritage. But not all spaces are welcoming to everyone. Subtle signs and signals can influence whether people feel a place is meant for them. It’s understood that co-design is essential to make public spaces that work for all. What does an actively inclusive space look like? How can place-makers empower diverse ‘authors’ to shape public space? Join us to find out. BIO Jennie Savage is an award-winning urbanist, creative…
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15 Oct – Public Spaces Theatre / 11am – 11:45am Designing for diversity in public spaces We know that public spaces are key sites for enabling social connections, cultural expression, recreation and heritage. But not all spaces are welcoming to everyone. Subtle signs and signals can influence whether people feel a place is meant for them. It’s understood that co-design is essential to make public spaces that work for all. What does an actively inclusive space look like? How can place-makers empower diverse ‘authors’ to shape public space? Join us to find out. BIO Al Mathers is Director of Research and…
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15 Oct -Public Spaces Theatre / 10am – 10:45am Realising Its Potential: The Opportunities of Biodiversity Net Gain The eagerly awaited legislation was introduced earlier this year, mandating a 10% biodiversity gain on new developments, as well as a 30-year management plan. Is it proving to be as successful as hoped? Where are the biggest opportunities for those working in the public spaces sector? What do designers and contractors need to consider when choosing solutions for each site, and how can suppliers assist to ensure success? Our panel discuss the ongoing impact of Biodiversity Net Gain. BIO Peter is an experienced…
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