Energy Resilience for Manufacturers

Where: Elizabeth House, 13-19 Queen St, Leeds LS1 2TW
When: Wednesday 8th July | 8:30am – 10:30am

Event Overview

Manufacturers across the UK are facing growing pressure to balance rising energy costs, operational resilience, and sustainability ambitions, all while navigating continued economic uncertainty and tightening commercial margins.

Hosted by Made in Yorkshire in partnership with Clarion, this executive-level breakfast event will bring together senior manufacturing leaders for a focused discussion on the future of energy, investment, and operational strategy within the sector.

Designed specifically for MDs, FDs and CEOs, the session will explore how businesses can move beyond short-term cost management and begin building longer-term resilience through smarter energy strategies, digitalisation, and more informed decision-making.

The event will feature keynote insights from:

• Mike Wilkinson, Major Pursuits Director at Schneider Electric
  Mike will be sharing Schneider's perspective on the changing energy landscape and how manufacturers can use data, digitalisation and AI to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and build more resilient operations.
• Jeavon Lolay, Head of Economics & Market Insight at Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking
  Jeavon will be providing economic insight into the wider market outlook and the key trends shaping UK industry.
• Andrew McPhilips, Economist at The Northern Powerhouse Partnership 
  Andrew will be contributing regional economic perspective and insight into the opportunities and challenges facing manufacturers across the North.

The morning will conclude with a panel discussion exploring the practical realities manufacturers are facing today, from energy resilience and investment confidence to sustainability, productivity, and long-term competitiveness.

Agenda

08:30 – 09:00 | Arrival, Breakfast & Networking
09:00 – 09:10 | Welcome from Made in Yorkshire & Clarion
09:10 – 09:30 | Keynote – Schneider Electric
09:30 – 09:50 | Keynote – Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking
09:50 – 10:30 | Panel Discussion & Audience Q&A