Nature, Growth and Skills - introducing the Western Forest
Join Business leaders from across the region for a networking breakfast and introduction to the Western Forest, England’s first national forest for 30 years.
We’ll explore how the programme will deliver nature recovery and growth in the region, with a special spotlight on the regional skills agenda.
Join Business leaders from across the region for a networking breakfast and introduction to the Western Forest, England’s first national forest for 30 years.
This event is part of the Festival of Nature 2026. For the full programme of public and professional events please visit: www.festivalofnature.org.uk
We have some exciting speakers lined up, including:
Savita Willmott, Chief Executive, The Natural History Consortium,
Jamie Audsley, Director, Western Forest
Jessie Agnew, Retrofit and Green Skills Manager, West of England Combined Authority
Douglas Ure, Chief Executive Officer, Business West
Huw James, Chair of Heritage and Culture, Bristol Junior Chamber of Commerce
Agenda
9:00 - 9:30 - Breakfast & Networking
9:30 - 10:15 - Welcome & Keynote Speakers
10:15 - 11.00 - Close & Networking
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