techUK is pleased to be hosting “Data as a Sector” round table with Newham Council. We will also be joined by Rokhsana Fiaz, Mayor of Newham who will be sharing the boroughs ambition and vision for data and recovery.
Introduction:
“Data is not Digital and it’s not Technology”. We are bringing together thought leaders from across the private and public sector to explore this statement and a range of provocations to start to examine the potential of this exciting growth sector.
Key Provocation:
- There is a trend towards “tech businesses” calling themselves “data businesses”.
- The jobs, roles and skills needed in “data” are evolving quickly with no universally accepted chartered/accredited standards: one organisation’s Chief Data Officer is another organisations Excel whizz.
- Most organisations don’t know what “data capability” they need to invest in.
- The education system is not teaching “data” life and literacy skills that are needed now and in the future.
- The “data” market is growing and changing incredibly quickly – new companies with new capabilities are emerging at a pace unlike any other sector.
This round table will discuss these provocations and explore the proposition that data is a sector of its own, linked to, but different from the tech/digital sector. What are the implications for businesses, growth, jobs, education and the public sector if this is the case? How does the UK become the global leader in this space?
This event will be taking place on Zoom, with joining instructions to be sent nearer the time.
If you have any problems registering please contact [email protected].
Alison Young
Alison Young
Alison Young is the Associate Director Local Public Services.
Alison has background in International Trade & Investment, with experience in the public, private and third sector, advising on international trade, new markets, inward investment and working closely with UK cities and regions around investment into innovation and partnerships and technology. Prior to joining techUK, she has her own consulting business and was Head of Global Investment with the Connected Places Catapult. This role had a focus on FDI around the built environment and mobility, working across NetZero mobility projects in the UK and globally. She worked closely with the Innovation Districts Group, to foster and network of knowledge sharing and helped set up the Freeport Innovation Network, to foster innovation in the context of freeports with a focus on investment.
She spent six years living and working in the Middle East, with the Department for Business and Trade. Based first in Oman, leading on a number of sectors, from Education to Infrastructure, then based in the UAE, setting up the Technology and Smart Cities sector, with a core focus on AI and Fintech.
She is passionate about economic growth for the UK, to create jobs and opportunities; the green agenda and the decarbonisation of transport. She has a degree in Russian Studies MA, from the University of Edinburgh and is currently learning Arabic.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- +44 (0) 20 7331 2029
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisonayoung/
Ileana Lupsa
Ileana Lupsa
Ileana Lupsa is the Programme Manager for Local Public Services and Nations and Regions, at techUK.
Ileana studied electronics, telecommunications and IT as an undergraduate, followed by an MSc in engineering and project management at Coventry University.
She refined her programme management expertise through her most recent roles working in the automotive industry.
Ileana is passionate about sustainability and creating a positive impact globally through innovation.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Twitter:
- @IleanaLupsa
- Website:
- www.techUK.org
- LinkedIn:
- www.linkedin.com/in/ileana-lupsa
Tracy Modha
Tracy Modha
Tracy supports the marketing of several areas at techUK, including Cyber Exchange, Central Government, Cyber Resilience, Defence, Education, Health and Social Care, Justice and Emergency Services, Local Public Services, Nations and Regions and National Security.
Tracy joined techUK in March 2022, having worked in the education sector for 19 years, covering administration, research project support, IT support and event/training support. My most outstanding achievement has been running three very successful international conferences and over 300 training courses booked all over the globe!
Tracy has a great interest in tech. Gaming and computing have been a big part of her life, and now electric cars are an exciting look at the future. She has warmed to Alexa, even though it can sometimes be sassy!
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 02073312000
- Website:
- www.techuk.org
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracymodha83
