Wednesday 27th
November '24
12:30 - 19:00
at Electric House,
Croydon

Register now

’24 Agenda

Wednesday 27th
November '24
12:30 - 19:00
at Electric House,
Croydon

Register now

Innovation Exhibition opens

12:30 – 13:30 – refreshments

Come along and browse our Innovation Showcase to see the latest cutting-edge technology and initiatives taking place right here in South London – with a series of lightning pitches running alongside. Get practical hints and tips on how your organisation can support the future health of the city.

LIGHTNING PITCHES

12:45 – 12:50 Intro
– MC for lightning pitches: Alex Elkins, London South Bank University and Rui Barros Silva, South Bank Innovation
12:50 – 13:00 Elliot Thorpe, A Greener London
13:05 – 13:15 Alon Stoermanre:Action Health Technologies
13:20 – 13:30 Anna Muñoz Farré, Jack Eckersley & Sim Superville, Punto Health

REACT Innovation Centre Demo

12:45 – 13:15

Bringing together an intelligent technology infrastructure blending 5G, multi-edge computing, WiFi-6, and Internet of Things, this unique facility is a test bed for tech startups, researchers, students, and innovators to test and pilot solutions that enhance patient choice and experience, making healthcare more personalised. The facility is a collaboration between LSBU, Hitachi, Verizon. In this Demo, we would like to show how UBT’s microwave imaging meets existing needs for safer imaging techniques while providing patented, novel, cost-effective, and accurate alternatives to current devices. UBT Srl is collaborating with London South Bank University School of Engineering with 2 Matched Funded Studentship PhD (one ongoing) + 1 Matched Funded Post-PhD fellowship, jointly awarded EU projects, one microwave imaging device installed at Southwark Campus in October 2019 and one microwave imaging device installed at Innovation Hub, Croydon (where UBT has an operational office) in October 2023. Join this demo to understand the full potential.

Mindfulness App Demo

12:45 – 13:15

– Gil Pennant, Health and Wellbeing Coach, Happy Feelings App

Join this exclusive mindfulness session with Happy Feelings App, and enjoy a live demonstration of how this powerful app works to improve mental well-being and overall life satisfaction. Designed to take control of your happiness and well-being by offering tools for mindfulness, emotional tracking, and personal growth, take part in this interactive session and experience first hand how the app can change your mindset, improve communication skills and guide mindfulness exercises.

Summit Launch: Welcome to Electric House, Croydon

13:30 – 13:40

– Deborah Bowen, London South Bank University, Croydon Campus Director

Welcome to BIG South London Innovation Summit

13:40 – 13:50

– Mayor Jason Perry, Mayor of Croydon

PANEL:

13:50 – 14:30

Health Care 4.0: A Vision For Smart And Connected Healthcare

– Facilitator: Matthew Hamilton, Director, South London Partnership
– Dr Rishi Das Gupta
, Chief Executive Officer, Health Innovation Network South London
– Martin Ellis, South West London Chief Digital Information Officer, South West London Integrated Care Board
– Professor Sandra Dudley-McEvoy, Associate Professor, London South Bank University
– Darren Challender, Director Healthcare, Hitachi Healthcare & Life Sciences
– Tracy Monday, Global Solutions Executive, Verizon

This panel will explore how cutting-edge technologies and innovative methodologies can be harnessed to enhance patient outcomes while addressing critical system-wide challenges related to quality, resilience, and sustainability in healthcare delivery.

LIGHTNING PITCHES

13:50 – 14:00: Yvonne Williams, Happy Steps
14:05 – 14:15: Clive RethmanWell Mind Stream Ltd

Keynote:

14:30 – 15:00

Health, Life Sciences & The New Growth Plan For London

– Howard Dawber, Deputy Mayor, Business and Growth

LIGHTNING PITCHES

14:25 – 14:35: Zarifa Huseynova & Jose MagalhaesI-CAN (University of Roehampton)
14:40 – 14:50: Priti PatelMeds on Time
14:55 – 15:05: Jean-Christoph Nebel, Technocomm

BREAK

15:00 – 15:15

Summit Challenges

15:15 – 16:15

CHALLENGE ONE:

MAKING THE FUTURE WORK – Train, Retain, Reform

– Facilitator: Sarah Ireland, Chief Executive, Royal Borough Kingston upon Thames
– Polly Persechino,
Head of Economy, Skills & Employment, South London Partnership
Professor Michael Bewick, Foundation Dean of Medicine at St.Mary’s University, Twickenham
– Professor Rachel Allen, Dean of Health and Medical School, City St. George’s University of London
– Lorissa Page, Chief People Officer, South West London Integrated Care Systems
– Alison Porteous, Locality Manager, Skills for Care, London and South East
– Dr Chris Flood, Professor in Healthcare Practice and Research, London South Bank University
– Jo Rixon, Acting Deputy Dean
 Healthcare Education, University of Roehampton

This session will explore innovative workforce strategies for building a sustainable, effective healthcare sector that adapts to future demands. Panellists will discuss actionable solutions to strengthen recruitment, retention, and workforce resilience, ensuring healthcare systems are equipped to deliver high-quality care in the face of evolving pressures.

CHALLENGE TWO:

THE FUTURE’S BRIGHT – The Future’s Where?

– Facilitator: Anna King, Commercial Director, Health Innovation Network South London
– John Byrne
, Chief Medical Officer, NHS South West London Integrated Care System
– Ala’ Salem, Lecturer in Pharmaceutics, Kingston University
– Gil Pennant, Health and Wellbeing Coach, Happy Feelings App
– Tom DolbyChief Technology Officer, i3 Simulations

This session will delve into the next wave of breakthroughs poised to redefine health and care in South London. Experts will explore emerging advancements and discuss how these innovations could further push the boundaries of medical practice, enhancing patient outcomes and healthcare delivery across the region.

CHALLENGE THREE:

THE CHANGING ROLES OF CITIZENS IN HEALTH

– Facilitator: Samantha Mason, Health and Care Programme Lead, South London Partnership
– Professor Nicki Thomas, Professor, London South Bank University
– Andrew Brown, CEO, Croydon BME Forum
– Dr Philip Crilly, Associate Professor, Digital Public Health and Pharmacy Practice, Kingston University

This session will explore emerging tools and innovations that enable personalised healthcare beyond traditional clinical settings. As citizens become active participants and innovators in managing their health, we will consider: will individuals and community-based approaches drive the future of healthcare.

CHALLENGE FOUR:

HEALTH & DELIVERING NET ZERO TRANSITION

– Facilitator: Chris Baker, Director, Studio Zao
– Sarah McInnes
, Head of Sustainability, NHS South West London
– Professor Issa Chaer, Associate Dean, Built Environment and Architecture, London South Bank University
– Gosbert Chagula, Head of Programmes, Startup Discovery School
– Michelle McCann, Chief Sustainability and Innovation Officer, NHS London Procurement Partnership (NHS LPP)

This session will address the pressing question: how can resource-intensive health systems be effectively decarbonised? With advancements in both healthcare and green technologies, we will explore opportunities for integrating these fields to create low-carbon, sustainable healthcare solutions.

CHALLENGE FIVE:

LIVING WELL IN SOUTH LONDON

– Facilitator: Oliver Brady, Programme Lead, Long-Term Conditions, Health Innovation Network South London
– Alon Stoerman, Product Management Consultant and Mentor, re:Action Health Technologies
– Professor Dan Frings, Professor in Social Psychology, London South Bank University

Prevention is always better than cure – detecting and treating disease early will improve people’s health, reduce demand on the NHS, and will mean longer, healthier lives in South London. This session will explore the innovations emerging in service models, pharmacology, digital & technology that can help people living with or at risk from diseases like diabetes, cardiovascular and respiratory disease, dementia, and mental health conditions to live longer, healthier lives. How can different stakeholders work together to ensure people in south London benefit from the best of these emergent innovations? And how can we ensure these innovations narrow the pervasive health inequalities we see in outcomes for these conditions today?

BREAK

16:15 – 16:30

LIGHTNING PITCHES

16:20 – 16:30: Ajith Muthayil, NodeIN Instruments
16:35 – 16:45: Danielle FarquharsonZirclab UK Ltd
16:50- 17:00: Ishan JaTravel Hands

PANEL:

16:30 – 17:25

Health – Generating Return On Investment

– Facilitator: Dr Rishi Das Gupta, Chief Executive Officer, Health Innovation Network South London
– Dr Ambalika Batra-Penny
, Head of Enterprise, Innovation & Contracts, City St George’s University of London
– Dr Anne Blackwood, Chief Executive Officer, Health Tech Enterprise
– Lotus Qi, Head of MedTech, Capital Enterprise
– Anisha Mayor, UK Head of Healthcare, WSP
– Devi Kolli, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, i3 Simulations

Keynote Introduction:

17:25 – 17:30

– Councillor Andreas Kirsch, Leader, Kingston Borough Council

Keynote

17:30– 17:55

– Sionade Robinson, Vice President of Enterprise, Engagement and Employability, City St George’s University of London

Concluding Remarks

17:55 – 18:00

– Matthew Hamilton, Director, South London Partnership

Summit Reception

18:00 – 19:00 – light refreshments

Summit Reception Welcome

18:10 – 18.20

– Professor Rodney Day, Pro Vice Chancellor (Research & Innovation), Enterprise and Innovation

Close of Summit

19:00

 

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