About Nesta

Nesta is an innovation foundation. For us, innovation means turning bold ideas into reality and changing lives for the better. We use our expertise, skills and funding in areas where there are big challenges facing society.

Following on from the previous session where we explore what is currently happening with the Upstream Collaborative, this quickfire Q+A session - with leading local government practitioners - will unearth what it could mean for the future of local government.

Speakers

  • Mark Adams - Assistant Director Communities and Health, Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council
  • Amanda Askham - Director of Business Improvement and Development, Cambridgeshire County Council
  • Jenni Lloyd - Programme Manager, Innovation Programmes, Nesta
  • Anna Randle - Chief Executive, Collaborate CIC
  • Mark Smith - Director Public Service Reform, Gateshead Council