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Exhibition Centre Liverpool
Kings Dock
Liverpool, Lancashire, L3 4FP
United Kingdom

Ukebox

Expect the unexpected from this eclectic group who take the ukulele to new frontiers. This ensemble of 5 draws on the flawless tonal qualities of the Ukulele with a completely unique sound of their own. Along with some questionable oddities thrown in for good measure, the mixture of strong harmonies and strapping bass lines prove an aural and visual pleasure of original material not to be missed!

Amanda Regan

A trailblazer in the technology of space craft design, Amanda is an engineer at the European Space Agency, Earth Observation Future Missions, a role that seemed impossible to her fourteen year old self! Amanda was incorrectly streamed at school and not allowed to take A-Level Mathematics. This could have stopped her career in its tracks but through sheer perseverance she overcame this early set back, going on to study engineering at Brunel University, before developing her interest in space mission design with a Masters Degree in Austin, Texas USA. Amanda works closely with NASA A-Train Mission Operation Working Group and many other national space agencies. In her spare time she is a careers coach encouraging others to discover their best version of themselves! Amanda talks about the importance of being able to change your perspective when everything seems against you.

Ben Hughes

Liverpool artist and LIPA graduate Ben Hughes’s music is like nothing you’ve heard before. It is the culmination of the acoustic guitar, merged with the hallmark elements of structurally familiar pop music and electronic dance – but with Ben’s understanding of his instrument at the forefront, this seamless union combine perfectly with intriguing results.

Bernie Hollywood

By day Bernie is a cool headed banker harnessing business potential throughout the UK. Outside of his day job he is a compassionate wizard working behind the curtains to support others to build their dreams. Bernie has raised and contributed over £39 million to the third sector for UK & overseas charities. He shares some of those moments that have inspired his life of giving. Bernie combines fundraising with sporting achievements including 41 consecutive marathons in 20 days, a world record for running the longest distance in 7 days, trekking unsupported to Geographical North & South Poles, crossing the Sahara and climbing Everest, Kilimanjaro and McKinley. He created the first ever blind ukulele orchestra & Braille song sheets here in Liverpool. He received an OBE in 2013 for his contributions to charity.

Chris Bailey

Chris has experimented with every productivity technique under the sun including what it’s like to live like a caveman! His latest book "The Productivity Project" is based on his innovative research and underlines the claim that Chris ""might be the most productive man you’d ever hope to meet” (TED talks). When Chris graduated University, he received two full-time job offers, but decided to decline them both to dedicate a full year of his life to exploring his passion: productivity. Over the past decade his experimentation continued and his work has received national and international media attention from The New York Times, Fortune, Fast Company, Lifehacker, New York Magazine, and countless others. Every month his work is read by about 200,000 people from almost every country around the world. You can view Chris’s work at ALifeofProductivity.com.

Hayley Parkes

By the standards of world-class pianists, Hayley Parkes was relatively ‘old’ when she began studying the piano at the age of 9. Her talent was apparent and she soon went on to study at Chetham’s School of Music aged 11. Haley’s many appearances include performances at the BBC Proms, Royal Festival Hall, Bridgewater Hall, the Sage Gateshead and on BBC Radio. In 2014 she was named as a contestant in the BBC Young Musician of the Year competition. In 2015 Hayley was appointed as staff pianist for both the Northern Ballet and the Royal Ballet School. Her work is generously supported by Yamaha Music.anist for both the Northern Ballet and the Royal Ballet School. Her work is generously supported by Yamaha Music.

Jennifer Arcuri

Where do talented 16 year old digitally adept teenagers hacking world class cyber security systems from their bedrooms get a job? Jennifer is co founder of https://www.MyHackerHouse.com and champions cyber skills by creating environments in which young people can use their talents for commercial and social good. Jennifer is an advisor to Hackers and Founders in Silicon Valley, and Founders for Schools across the UK. In June 2015, Jennifer also launched the Cyber Security group, Cyber TLA, as part of Tech London Advocates Group, and is now a certified ethical hacker herself. Jennifer͛'s entrepreneurial career began in California in digital distribution, technology, and film production. She sold a video streaming platform in 2009 as well as produced ͞La Valise͟, a short film sold at the Cannes Film Festival

Paul Myers

Paul's Doctorate at the University of Liverpool had a particular interest in genetic research called “epigenetics.” He discovered that the choices we make over the course of our lifetime can actually alter the way some of our genes are expressed. With simple, transformational practices we can enhance our health and vitality. His message is clear and powerful and will change the way you look at food and your environment. Paul’s research clearly pointed to the damaging effects of enviromental conditions on our health. Empowered by this knowledge Paul felt compelled to establish eco start­up Farm Urban, a research lead community focused social enterprise. Farm Urban uses aquaponics and hydroponics food production systems to engage and inspire people to connect with their environment, explore their relationship with food, and empower them to make positive and informed choices. Paul’s time is currently split between Farm Urban and his academic research at the University of Liverpool.

Rangan Chatterjee

Rangan is a super-generalist, looking at as many factors as possible which can create wellness or illness. His talk is testament to how our thinking around the concept of disease needs to change to help form a map for future healthcare.

Sophie Radcliffe

Sophie has run, swam, cycled and climbed her way around the world. Her challenges have grown each time to reach higher or further than before. But where does it all stop and ultimately what will deliver the greatest sense of achievement and purpose. Endurance athlete, adventurer and blogger Sophie Radcliffe quit her London 9-5 job three years ago in search of creating a new story. Taking the leap of faith from her London startup life, she reinvented herself to become a writer, athlete, speaker, marketeer and model. Living a life beyond her wildest dreams, she’s on a mission to help other people discover their limitless potential and live their dreams. Motivated by the opportunity to drive social change, she’s advising Government on breaking down barriers for women in sport and working with the United Nations on addressing gender equality. Her mission is to champion ordinary people achieving their extraordinary, challenge their limitations, and become the person they can’t imagine.

Steve Clayton

Steve’s personal journey takes him from Merseyside to Microsoft, Seattle. He rose to international fame when he became the very first person to conduct a public interview with the newly appointed CEO of Microsoft, Satya Nadella. He is now Chief Storyteller at Microsoft and General Manager of Microsoft’s Image & Culture team. The team is responsible for Microsoft’s company storytelling both internally and externally with a mission to change the perception of Microsoft through stories. Steve was the architect of the acclaimed “88 Acres” story that heralded a new direction for Microsoft’s corporate storytelling and led to the creation of microsoft.com/stories He has worked at Microsoft for over 18 years in a range of sales and technical roles - always with a passion for technology and its potential impact on the world. Steve has been awarded the coveted Microsoft Circle of Excellence Award three times during his career. Outside of work he’s a fan of Liverpool Football Club.

Tomás Carruthers

The collapse of the global financial system inspired Tomás to find a way of bringing impact investing into the mainstream. Tomás grew up in Northumberland where the local Stock Exchange, his father's place of work was a very famiilar sight. As London grew to become the financial epicentre investment transparency decreased along with stakeholder responsibility. Regional Stock Exchanges eventually died in the 70's. Today Tomás is Chief Executive Officer of the Social Stock Exchange (SSX) and committed to delivering great returns for investors whilst increasing stakeholder accountability of business impact. After two successful decades building and growing retail financial services companies - including ESI, which became E*Trade UK and Interactive Investor International plc - Tomás believes this innovative regional approach to finance provides the answer for our future. The first regional social stock exchange will be be open for business in Liverpool in June 2016.