Grassroots

3) Exit Right 2023 - 22nd June 17:30 - An exit dilemma: should we sell, or should we grow?
2023-06-22 17:30 - 18:30 UTC | Wood Centre, Wood Centre for Innovation Quarry Road Headington, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 8SB, United Kingdom
There are lots of factors to consider when deciding whether to grow or sell your business. Serial entrepreneur Marcus Exall & M&A expert Andy Maher from Endeavour, an M&A advisory business, have bought and sold many companies. They will share their experiences of successful growth strategies and tips for acquisitions and business exit. In addition, Matt Brown, Co-Founder of Quorbit, workforce management experts, will talk about the acquisition of his company by UKG and his dilemma about whether to sell or grow.
Speakers:
Marcus Exall, Partner, Endeavour
Marcus is a serial entrepreneur, investor and board advisor. He was part of the early wave of digital pioneers after a career in marketing in both London and Tokyo. He built a successful digital agency, exiting to IPG in 2011. Since his first exit, he has been involved in building many successful tech businesses, either as an investor, founder or operator. Businesses in which he has been directly involved have scaled to hundreds of employees and over $1 billion in venture funding. He is a trusted adviser and mentor to technology and agency founders across the UK and Europe.
He is a long-term supporter and trustee of the charity Project Hello World which aims to bridge the digital divide by connecting hard-to-reach communities to online education and WIFI connectivity.

Oxford Festival of Arts
2023-06-23 09:00 - 2023-07-16 17:00 | Oxford City Centre, Cowley Pl, Oxford, OX4 1DZ, United Kingdom
About Oxford Festival of Arts 2023
The Oxford Festival of Arts 2023 (OFA 2023) will be back in venues across Oxford this year, with events running from 23 June to 16 July.
This year’s theme is People. Stories. Histories. with events including the Rosie Holt: The Woman’s Hour, and the BBC Big Band with vocalist Claire Martin in a spectacular evening of jazz in the Festival Marquee. More events will be revealed over the coming weeks.
Much of the festival will take place in the Festival Marquee on the grounds of Magdalen College School (MCS), with events also taking place across the city at locations such as Christ Church Cathedral, Sheldonian Theatre, and SJE Arts Oxford.

About the festival
The Oxford Festival of the Arts is a month-long celebration of arts and culture with a vibrant mix of music, art, dance, theatre, big-name speakers and more. It was founded by Magdalen College School and the first festival took place in 2009.
Events take place across the city each summer, from the third week of June onwards, attracting nationally and internationally renowned performers and artists, as well as exciting newcomers and home-grown talent.
Through its many cultural partnerships, the festival is able to make use of the buildings, open spaces, and performance venues that the beautiful city of Oxford has to offer.
The festival’s mission is to offer a broad programme of performances, events, and experiences embracing music; classical, contemporary and new, theatre, visual art, film, dance, comedy, and literature.
The festival celebrates Oxford’s diverse communities and offers something for everyone, whatever their age, background or artistic experience, and the school remains the lead sponsor and greatest supporter of the festival.

BUSINESS STARTUP BOOTCAMP: MEDTECH
2023-06-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Early-stage MedTech businesses with a spark of an idea or an established MedTech company looking to launch innovative products or services.
Run over two and a half days in July, this Business Startup Bootcamp will introduce you to many of the tools, methodologies, and approaches that will enable you to design, test, and de-risk your business model hypotheses.
Date: Friday 7th July – 12:30 – 4 pm – Virtual via Zoom
What to expect?
Building on Lean Startup methodology, the workshops will introduce you to the tools and techniques successful companies use to progress innovative new business ideas. The outcomes of the programme will include ways to define and articulate the business story concisely, which will increase the chances of commercial funding success.
Participants will also benefit from networking opportunities with industry experts, help and advice on how to approach potential development partners, access to Bruntwood SciTech events during the course of the programme and support and guidance from the Bruntwood SciTech Innovation Services team.
*By attending this workshop you’ll be the first to know about future Accelerator programmes run by Bruntwood SciTech and will be provided with support for your application.
*Joining a boot camp is necessary to apply for full accelerator programmes in future, though following on to the next accelerator isn’t compulsory.
In partnership with Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and supported by Cancer Research Horizons, Marks and Clerk and Lucid Group.

OBN C-Suite Breakfast
2023-06-28 08:30 - 10:30
OBN C-Suite Breakfast:
‘What does success look like for growing life sciences companies; is it aligned with what industry needs?’
OBN’s round table C-Suite Events are designed exclusively for senior C-Suite leaders (or equivalent) from life sciences organisations, whether R&D or those involved in providing critical support services to the industry.
Programme:
08.30 – 09.00 Guest arrival and breakfast served
09.00 – 09.30 Introduction from Stuart Rose, CEO, OBN, followed by keynotes from:

Matthew Beard PhD, Senior Director External Innovation at Ipsen
Sarah Pollitt, Independent Pharma & Healthcare Strategic Advisor
Joe Illingworth, Research and Co-founder of DJS Antibodies

09.30 – 10.30 Moderated round table discussion
Free for OBN Member, Complimentary – C-Suite Only
£50 OBN Non-Member – C-Suite Only
Address: IPSEN UK
102 PARK DR, MILTON,
OX14 4RZ
ABINGDON, OXFORDSHIRE
BOOKINGS: https://obn.glueup.com/event/79786/register/

Wine tasting at Grassroots
2023-06-30 15:00 - 17:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
Embark on a delightful journey of wine appreciation at our monthly wine tasting event Grassroots co-working space. Join us on the last day of each month for a delightful wine-down moment. Indulge your senses with a carefully curated selection of exquisite red and white wines, perfectly complemented by a selection of delectable nibbles that will tantalize your taste buds.
We can’t wait to welcome you as you join us to this delightful afternoon at Grassroots! Cheers!

Wimbledon Strawberries and cream celebration
2023-07-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
Yay! With Wimbledon just around the corner, we’re super excited to host our very own strawberries and cream party! It’s going to be a deliciously light feast of juicy strawberries and heavenly cream, all in celebration of this amazing tennis tournament.
As always the event will be held in our kitchen area in Grassroots – for all our members to enjoy!

OBN Lunchtime Power Hour : New Technology for Better Drug Discovery - Organoids & Advanced Models
2023-07-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
The next edition of the OBN Lunchtime Power Hour series is hosted by our Corporate Sponsor Merck.
This fascinating session will explore the potential applications of organoids and advanced 3D models in advancing drug discovery, and how harnessing the power of these technologies will increase the development of novel therapies and ultimately improve patient outcomes.
The webinar will include several case studies highlighting the application of these models, along with any challenges of use and limitations with functionality and reproducibility.
register here to reserve your space: https://obn.glueup.com/event/81499/register/
Registration ⇽ OBN Lunchtime Power Hour : New Technology for Better Drug Discovery – Organoids & Advanced Models | OBN (UK) Ltd‌ on Glue Up
Non-member ticket £25
Free for members

OxBOoSt Network
2023-07-04 16:00 - 17:00 | tap social, North Hinksey Lane, Oxford, OX2 0LX, United Kingdom
OxBOoSt Network is a new regular meet-up for Oxfordshire businesses who want to connect, collaborate and exchange ideas.
OxLEP Business engages with thousands of business owners and leaders every year providing knowledge, advice and other business development support. But until now there hasn’t been an easy way to help these businesses to network. Problem solved…
The OxBOoSt network will meet on the first Tuesday of every month from 4pm to 5pm and is open to all Oxfordshire based businesses to join (and its free!).
Each meeting will include up to 5 pre-arranged slots for businesses to share their story or pitch for collaboration and a forward look of business support from OxLEP. And of course there will be plenty of time for networking.
You can request one of the business story slots on the booking form.
This meeting will be in-person at Tap Social – in their Tap Room! OxBOoSt Network drinks will be available afterwards (it will be a chargeable bar).

Exit Right 2023 - 6th July 17:30 - Buying a company: what is the purchaser looking for?
2023-07-06 17:30 - 18:30 | Wood Centre, Wood Centre for Innovation Quarry Road Headington, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 8SB, United Kingdom
In order to prepare for exit, it is important to create a business that purchasers are excited to buy. So, what exactly is a purchaser looking for and what can you do to increase your chances of success? David Tomlinson has considerable experience in building, buying and selling his own companies and will share personal insights and effective approaches to exit. You will also hear from David Peddy who set up SIGH to acquire other companies with long-term view of exiting.
Speaker:
David Tomlinson, Managing Director, Anda Health
After studying maths at Gonville and Keyes, David started work with McKinsey in the US, travelling widely and maintaining a study programme up to, and including, post-doctoral research. He returned to the UK and headed up Fujitsu and Virgin Media and subsequently moved into building, buying and selling his own companies.
David is now a member of a philanthropic group of individuals, under Anda Health, that are looking to support innovative medical research with seed funding and access to clinical, governance and commercial expertise. Their focus is on Motor Neurone Disease, respiratory diseases, paediatric oncology and antimicrobial resistance. They have a track record of providing seed funding of £350m.
David Peddy, Managing Director, SIGH Ltd
After a corporate career in sales and marketing at AC Nielsen, MÖLNLYCKE and Meadox, David worked with medical device businesses such as Surgicraft, AMBA Medical and Zeppelin. He is an experienced businessman with extensive knowledge of marketing, promotion, pricing, corporate lawyers and business acquisition. David is now a business advisor and helps with growth plans as well as assisting and mentoring in their sale process.

Tour de tech
2023-07-06 18:00 - 19:30
3 rides this summer, so save the dates

Thu 6 July
Wed 9 August
Wed 6 September

What is it?
Est in 2017, the Tour de Tech is a cycling network for founders, investors, professionals, and senior execs in the tech sector. We meet once a month during the summer at a pub near Oxford, cycle for about 1.5 hours, and come back to the pub for some food. All informal, friendly, and fun. Please visit www.tourdetech.co.uk for more information.
We meet from 6 pm at The Talkhouse Pub in Stanton St John, OX33 1EX. We will ride for about 90 mins (c. 35km) and take in Brill Hill. So yes, it is the mountain stage! Don’t worry, we will wait at the top for the last rider and take in the view at the windmill. Then a nice flat-ish loop back to the pub for some hearty food.
All are welcome – just RSVP to let us know you’re joining, and to choose your meal.
www.tourdetech.co.uk
See you soon,
David, Chris, Richard, and the Tour de Tech team

World Chocolate Day Networking
2023-07-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
Discover a delightful escape at GrassRoots, where chocolate-based wonders await. Step into our inviting open-plan space, where rich flavors harmonize and tempt your taste buds. Experience a world of indulgence, where each bite is a sweet and satisfying treat. Join fellow chocolate enthusiasts in a haven of culinary bliss. Come, relax, and savor the scrumptious offerings at GrassRoots today.

BUSINESS STARTUP BOOTCAMP: MEDTECH
2023-07-11 09:45 - 17:00
Early-stage MedTech businesses with a spark of an idea or an established MedTech company looking to launch innovative products or services. Run over two and a half days in July, this Business Startup Bootcamp will introduce you to many of the tools, methodologies, and approaches that will enable you to design, test, and de-risk your business model hypotheses.
Date: Tuesday 11th July
Time: 9:45 – 5 pm
Address: Citylabs 1.0, Nelson St, Manchester M13 9NQ
What to expect?
Building on Lean Startup methodology, the workshops will introduce you to the tools and techniques successful companies use to progress innovative new business ideas. The outcomes of the programme will include ways to define and articulate the business story concisely, which will increase the chances of commercial funding success.
Participants will also benefit from: networking opportunities with industry experts, help and advice on how to approach potential development partners, access to Bruntwood SciTech events during the course of the programme and support and guidance from the Bruntwood SciTech Innovation Services team.
*By attending this workshop you’ll be the first to know about future Accelerator programmes run by Bruntwood SciTech, and will be provided with support for your application.
*Joining a bootcamp is necessary to apply for full accelerator programmes in future, though following on to the next accelerator isn’t compulsory.
In partnership with Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and supported by Cancer Research Horizons, Marks and Clerk and Lucid Group

‘How can we foster better collaboration between centres of excellence in the UK to further support life sciences innovation’.
2023-07-12 08:30 - 10:30
During this round-table discussion our speakers will share their thoughts on:

How well do the UK’s leading academic institutions currently work together?
The importance of strong collaboration in supporting the translation of innovation out of academic institutions – what difference can it make in real life terms?
How well does the UK Government support academic institutions in the translation of innovation into industry, and how can this be improved?
How well does industry support academic institutions to commercialise innovation – what can be done better?

Programme:
08.30 – 09.00 Guest arrival and breakfast served
09.00 – 09.30 Introductions & keynotes from:

Prashant Shah, Co-founder, o2h Group
Fiona Reid, Associate Professor & Programme Director, MSc Bioscience Entrepreneurship​, UCL School of Management
Steve Silvey, Senior Investment Manager, Oxford University Innovation​
Hannah Sore, CEO, PharmEnable​, Cambridge

09.30 – 10.30 Round table discussion with all guests and speakers, facilitated by OBN
Please note that places are limited and will be offered on an approval-only basis.
For further assistance please contact organiser at; jane.odriscoll@obn.org.uk or events@obn.org.uk
To register visit : https://obn.glueup.com/event/74535/
Venue:
o2h ventures
Hauxton House,
The Mill SciTech Park,
Mill Lane
Hauxton
Cambridge
CB22 5HX
England, United Kingdom

BUSINESS STARTUP BOOTCAMP: MEDTECH
2023-07-12 09:45 - 17:00
Early-stage MedTech businesses with a spark of an idea or an established MedTech company looking to launch innovative products or services.
Run over two and a half days in July, this Business Startup Bootcamp will introduce you to many of the tools, methodologies, and approaches that will enable you to design, test, and de-risk your business model hypotheses.
Date: Wednesday 12th July – 9:45 – 5 pm
Address: Citylabs 1.0, Nelson St, Manchester M13 9NQ
What to expect?
Building on Lean Startup methodology, the workshops will introduce you to the tools and techniques successful companies use to progress innovative new business ideas. The outcomes of the programme will include ways to define and articulate the business story concisely, which will increase the chances of commercial funding success.
Participants will also benefit from: networking opportunities with industry experts, help and advice on how to approach potential development partners, access to Bruntwood SciTech events during the course of the programme and support and guidance from the Bruntwood SciTech Innovation Services team.
*By attending this workshop you’ll be the first to know about future Accelerator programmes run by Bruntwood SciTech, and will be provided with support for your application.
*Joining a bootcamp is necessary to apply for full accelerator programmes in future, though following on to the next accelerator isn’t compulsory.
In partnership with Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and supported by Cancer Research Horizons, Marks and Clerk and Lucid Group

Hotdog lunch fundraiser
2023-07-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
Hotdog lunch fundraiser at Grassroots!
Join us for a sizzling hotdog fundraiser aimed at raising funds for prostate cancer research. We invite you to be part of this incredibly delicious event that not only satisfies your taste buds but also supports a crucial cause.
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience on 18th July. This fundraiser is more than just a culinary delight; it’s an opportunity to make a significant impact in the fight against prostate cancer. In order to participate, we kindly request that you bring a generous contribution of one pound. Your contribution will not only allow you to indulge in a delectable feast of freshly prepared hotdogs, but it will also contribute to advancing vital research efforts.
Prostate cancer affects countless lives, and by joining us, you become a part of the solution. Every bite you take and every pound you contribute will bring us closer to breakthroughs in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Your support is essential in raising awareness, supporting patients and their families, and ultimately finding a cure.

Join us at the OBN Summer Drinks Party
2023-07-19 18:00 - 21:00
Join us in London for OBN’s 2023 Summer Drinks – a wonderful evening of networking, entertainment, drinks, and nibbles hosted from the stunning setting of Taylor Wessing’s Roof Garden, boasting magnificent views over central London.
The event is taking place on 19 July and is an ever-popular evening where OBN members and non-members can meet and relax, reflect on the year so far and look forward to future growth and development within this exciting industry.
The evening will feature a selection of hand-picked entertainment, plenty of drinks, and some delicious food.
OBN members are entitled to one free ticket, with additional tickets available for £50 plus VAT each. Non-OBN members are welcome to attend as well, with tickets available for £100.00 plus VAT.

Venue: New Street Square

Address: 5 New St Square, London EC4A 3TW

Phone: 020 7300 7000

Contact organiser at: events@obn.org.uk

March For Men 2023
2023-07-23 | Battersea Park, London, Battersea park, London, SW11 4NJ, United Kingdom
Prostate cancer UK have organised ‘March for men’ to raise money.
Want to help raise money for Prostate cancer? They can hold the walk virtually for you can join in too!

What is March For Men?
Prostate Cancer UK are asking you to walk with them in Battersea Park, London this July to help beat prostate cancer. Everybody is welcome, including children, dogs and families and you can choose whether to walk 2km, 5km or 10km around the park.
Don’t worry if you can’t make it to London for this year’s event, you can always organise your own March For MenWalk and walk virtually with Prostate Cancer UK and thousands of others either on Sunday the 23rd of July or you can choose to organise your own walk anytime in July.
Gather family and friends, choose your distance and enjoy a local walk to celebrate loved ones and fundraise to help beat prostate cancer. Whether you walk from park-to-park, take on laps, or choose one looped route, this is your walk, your way.
Sign up to organise a 2km, 5km or 10km walk and raise money to save men’s lives.
When is March For Men 2023?
March for Men 2023 will take place on Sunday the 23rd of July 2023.
How to get involved in March For Men 2023
By joining Prostate Cancer UK at March for Men, you’ll enjoy:

A free branded T-shirt to wear with pride as you walk around Battersea Park
A medal to celebrate when you cross the finish line
Sign-posted route with marshalls to guide you
Refreshments and music from our event village
The chance to meet Prostate Cancer UK Specialist Nurses, Researchers and staff members
Share stories and experiences and walk side-by-side with other people affected by prostate cancer

You can also Sign up here to receive your branded March for Men T-shirt to wear with pride at Battersea Park. Plus, when you hit these fundraising milestones, you’ll receive some extra gifts for free:

Raise £150 and we’ll send you a branded baseball cap
Hit £300 raised and a branded water bottle will be yours

Key information
When: Sunday 23 July 2023
Where: Battersea Park, London
What: Choose to walk 2km, 5km or 10km around the park
Who: Everybody is welcome, including children, dogs and families
How: Sign up and pay £10 to join the team

Wine-down at Grassroots
2023-07-28 15:00 - 17:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
Every final Friday of the month, we host our monthly ‘Wine-down’ afternoon—an opportunity to unwind and engage in friendly conversations with fellow grassroots members. This event is fosters connections and creates a relaxed atmosphere for enjoyable interactions. Attendees enjoy wine, food, and the company of like-minded individuals. It’s a celebration of local wineries, promoting community and relaxation.
We happily accommodate various dietary requirements to ensure that all attendees can fully enjoy the experience. We understand the importance of inclusivity and strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome. We take special care to provide a diverse selection of food options that cater to different dietary preferences and restrictions. Whether you follow a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or other specific dietary plan, you can rest assured that there will be delicious and satisfying options available for you to enjoy – letting you to fully ‘wine-down’ for the afternoon.

Ice cream at Grassroots
2023-08-01 11:00 - 14:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
Escape the scorching heat and surrender to a moment of pure delight with our irresistible ice cream treat.
Our carefully chosen options cater to all dietary requirements, leaving no one out in the heat. Whether you’re lactose intolerant, vegan, or have other specific needs, we’ve got you covered. Indulge in guilt-free pleasure as you explore a tantalizing array of dairy-free, gluten-free, and nut-free choices. We will be offering both ice cream and sorbets so you are available for a choice. Ensuring that everyone can experience the joy of a frozen paradise.
So, Maybe take a break from the relentless temperature and let our frozen delights whisk you away to a world of pure bliss.
Our wonderful staff will come round at various times to offer out these wonderful treats to our members to avoid anyone melting.

Tour de tech
2023-08-09 18:00 - 19:30, 2023-09-06 18:00 - 19:30
3 rides this summer, so save the dates

Thu 6 July
Wed 9 August
Wed 6 September

What is it?
Est in 2017, the Tour de Tech is a cycling network for founders, investors, professionals, and senior execs in the tech sector. We meet once a month during the summer at a pub near Oxford, cycle for about 1.5 hours, and come back to the pub for some food. All informal, friendly, and fun. Please visit www.tourdetech.co.uk for more information.
We meet from 6 pm at The Talkhouse Pub in Stanton St John, OX33 1EX. We will ride for about 90 mins (c. 35km) and take in Brill Hill. So yes, it is the mountain stage! Don’t worry, we will wait at the top for the last rider and take in the view at the windmill. Then a nice flat-ish loop back to the pub for some hearty food.
All are welcome – just RSVP to let us know you’re joining, and to choose your meal.
www.tourdetech.co.uk
https://airtable.com/shr7w2ZExY4iJXAWE
See you soon,
David, Chris, Richard, and the Tour de Tech team

Business Netwalking
2023-08-16 09:30 - 11:30 | Blenheim Palace, Oxford, OX20 1PP, United Kingdom
Business Netwalking welcomes Business Owners, Professionals and Team Members responsible for Networking, offering an opportunity build valuable business connections whilst enjoying a lovely walk and talk around the stunning Blenheim Palace Grounds. Our circular walk will start at the Palace and finish up at the Palace Café for coffee and further Networking.
Walk information:

Dress – casual comfortable walking clothes
Distance – no more than 4 miles
Parking – Main Blenheim Palace Car Park
Meet at Flagstaff at the front of the main Palace Gate
Level of Difficulty – Easy walk at your pace.
Friendly dogs on leads are welcome

Your walk leader will be Jackie Jarvis, The Walking Business netwalking Coach.
Complimentary refreshments kindly provided by Blenheim Palace.

World Humanitarians Day
2023-08-19
World Humanitarians Day
What is the history?
On 19 August 2003, a bomb attack on the Canal Hotel in Baghdad, Iraq, killed 22 humanitarian aid workers, including the UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, Sergio Vieira de Mello. Five years later, the General Assembly adopted a resolution designating 19 August as World Humanitarian Day (WHD).
Each year, WHD focuses on a theme, bringing together partners from across the humanitarian system to advocate for the survival, well-being, and dignity of people affected by crises, and for the safety and security of aid workers.
WHD is a campaign by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) and humanitarian partners.
What is the Theme for 2023?
This year, our World Humanitarians Day campaign brings together the global humanitarian community to mark the twentieth anniversary of the attack on the UN headquarters in Baghdad, Iraq. This shows our unwavering commitment to deliver for the communities we serve, no matter who, no matter where and #NoMatterWhat.
Humanitarians have no other purpose than to save and protect lives and deliver the basic necessities of life, they stand shoulder to shoulder with the communities they serve and bring hope.
On 19 August, we come together to honour humanitarians around the world who strive to meet ever-growing global needs. No matter the danger or the hardship, humanitarians venture deep into disaster-stricken regions and on the front lines of conflict, strive to save and protect people in need.

Beer & a Bite
2023-08-25 16:00 - 17:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
Beer & a Bite at Grassroots!
We cordially invite you to join us for the members-only ‘Wine-Down Friday’ event hosted at Grassroots. As part of our monthly tradition, we gather on the final Friday of each month to provide an opportunity for relaxation and networking among our esteemed members.
Imagine a tranquil evening as the workweek comes to a close, where you can connect with fellow members in an informal setting. ‘Wine-Down Friday’ offers an understated yet pleasant ambiance, allowing you to unwind and engage in casual conversations.
Alongside a selection of Beers, we offer a range of nibbles, ensuring there’s something for everyone’s palate.
Your attendance on August 25th would be highly appreciated. It’s an opportunity to be part of a low-key gathering, connecting with others in a laid-back environment. We hope you’ll consider joining us for this unassuming yet meaningful ‘Wine-Down Friday’ event.

The Master Series Oxford
2023-08-31 08:00 - 2023-09-03 17:00
Masters Series Overview

We invite you to join us for the largest trauma and mental health conference in Europe, The Master Series Oxford. This highly anticipated event will bring together renowned thought leaders, practitioners, and researchers from the industry, providing a prime platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and professional advancement.
Whether you’re a psychologist, therapist, counselor, researcher, or a passionate advocate for mental health, this is the event you cannot afford to miss. Join us and immerse yourself in the collective wisdom and expertise of over 40+ leading trauma and mental health experts. Together, we hope to shape the future of trauma treatment and mental well-being. Secure your place today and embark on a transformative journey that will redefine your professional path.

Join the Largest Trauma and Mental Health Conference in Europe at The master Series Oxford

August 31st – 3rd September

Save the date and get your tickets

University of Oxford, UK / Virtual

Join us in person or virtually

Join us in-person or virtually from the comfort of your own home
Learn from pivotal experts in the trauma and mental health space.
Featuring over 30+ new, practical, innovative keynotes, workshops, panels and presentations
Earn 30+ CPD/CE (included in the price)

Experience the best of trauma and mental health expertise through keynotes, workshops, and panels held in the Sheldonian Theatre and The Exam Schools, where notable figures like Sir Isaac Newton and international leaders have spoken before.
Meet like-minded professionals, showcase your company, and earn over a year’s worth of CPD/CE credits at this unparalleled gathering of industry leaders.
Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to elevate your expertise in trauma and mental health.
Register today to secure your place.

OxPropFest 2023
2023-09-12 | Keble College, 25 Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3PG, United Kingdom
Celebrating the value of property across Oxfordshire

WALKS

See the City of Oxford at street level and view the changing property and architectural vernacular as it strives to become one of the most innovative and progressive regions in northern Europe.
FULL PROGRAMME

AWARDS

Returning to Keble College as our venue in 2023, these awards are now in their 5th year and categories are designed to reflect the diversity of the region. A wonderful occasion to celebrate with colleagues.
FULL PROGRAMME

OxPropFest Partners 2023

OxPropFest (12th September) will be held at Keble College again and include Day Experiences and Awards.
If you’d like to become a sponsor in 2023 please contact us 0203 478 7340 or info@ukpropertyforums.com

WALKS
13.45 – 16.00
After two years very successful years at Bicester Motion, OxPropFest is returning to Keble College, Oxford. Using the backdrop of this unique location in the middle of Oxford’s Knowledge Quarter, we have developed a choice of Walks reflecting the unique changes which are happening in the world of property in Oxford. Cost £55+VAT.
All aboard the OxProp open top!
Delegates will be able to visit all of the projects by open top bus and with a guided commentary from the project sponsors as an introduction before a brief tour of the developments, subject to time constraints. The Walks have kindly been supported by Oxford Buses and Oxford Innovation.
DETAILS:
Meeting at The H B Allen Centre (25 Banbury Road), delegates will be hosted by Oxford Innovation that manages the Grassroots Workspace located in the basement. We shall then get on board the bus and visit Oxford North visitors centre, the proposed triangle development for Oxford Football Club, view the masterplan for Begbroke Science Park, visit the Innovation Quarter at Oxford Technology Park in Kidlington before we head back to Keble College.
TIMINGS:
We shall meet at The H B Allen at 1.45pm and return to this location by 4.15pm (ish), in time for attendees to get ready for the evening awards. Maximum numbers 40.
NB UK Prop Social Members: limited to two places per company if not attending the evening awards evening and four places if attending the awards evening. Non-members must purchase a ticket for the bus tour. Finally, due to reasons beyond our control, we have had to re-arrange Walk One as previously advertised and consolidate the Walks.

OxPropFest is a Black Tie Dinner to be held at Keble College in Oxford. The venue can seat 308 people for the dinner and we are now taking bookinXThe cost of each Awards + Music ticket includes a reception drink upon arrival, three course meal, and of course access to the College Bar afterwards. OxPropFest has become one of the largest property dinners outside London with many excellent reviews.

Carbon Footprint
In the design and implementation of the awards, we will strive to reduce the carbon footprint of this event. For example, the decision on the location of the venue is in close proximity to public transport stations, the use of digital ticketing in all aspects of event management, the limited use of paper where possible, the provenance of the food served and the design of the awards, which will be made of recycled or sustainable materials. As the event approaches, we will incorporate initiatives into the event.

Unpacking the Paradox of the Perfection Trap
2023-09-14 19:00 - 20:30
Unpacking the Paradox of the Perfection Trap with speaker Thomas Curran.
We live in a society that continually broadcasts the need to want more, from our personal to our working lives, it incessantly promotes this idea of desire. And the way we achieve this goal? We must be perfect.
We’re also witnessing an alarming surge in burnout and depression. These record levels are caused by this perpetual strive for perfection, we are stuck in a trap – but how can we escape it?
Join Thomas Curran as he explores the Paradox of the Perfection on everything from performance to social and financial inequality. He shows what we can do as individuals to resist the modern-day pressure to be perfect.
Discover what you need to prioritise, meet the world where it is and strive for purpose instead of more by embracing the power of ‘good enough’ in your life.
Copies of Thomas’ latest book ‘The Perfection Trap: The Power of Good Enough in a World That Always Wants More’ will be available to purchase from Amazon and all good bookstores.

Event type
This is a livestream event where the speaker and audience come together online.
You will have priority access to the recorded video for two weeks after the event has taken place.
About Thomas Curran

Thomas Curran is a British Psychological Society chartered social psychologist, and Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Sciences at the London School of Economics and Political Science. His primary area of expertise is the personality characteristic of perfectionism, how it develops, and how it impacts mental health. His most notable work is the theory of cultural influences on perfectionism, which rose to especial prominence following a 2017 publication of the first systems-level cohort study to show that perfectionism is on the rise in American, Canadian, and British college students.
He is the author of over 30 published papers and book chapters on related topics and he has received numerous awards for his scholarship and research. Informed by his research and expertise in data analysis, he has previously lectured to undergraduates in the UK and Australia.

Timing for the livestream
The live stream will go live at 6.55pm, and the introduction will begin at 7.00pm. If you register but miss the live stream, the video will be available to you via the same link for two weeks after the event date.
https://www.rigb.org/whats-on/unpicking-paradox-perfection-trap

Digital Technology and the Natural Environment
2023-09-20 19:00 - 21:00
Digital Technology and the Natural Environment

Speaker
Prof. Gordon S. Blair, Head of Environmental Digital Strategy, UKCEH.
Agenda
7:30pm – Presentation begins.
9:00pm – Event ends.
Synopsis
Contemporary digital technologies can make a profound impact on our understanding of the natural environment in moving toward sustainable futures. Examples of such technologies included sources of new data (e.g., an environmental Internet of Things), the ability to storage and process the large datasets that will result from this (e.g., through cloud computing), and the potential of data science and AI to make sense of these data alongside human experts.
However, these same trends pose a threat to sustainable futures through, for example, the carbon footprint of digital technology and the risks of this escalating through the very trends mentioned above.
This talk will explore this ‘tale of two cities’, reflecting on my experiences of my work at UKCEH where I explore the role of digital innovation in supporting contemporary environmental science, whilst also being aware of the potential negative impact of such technologies on the very environment we are seeking to understand and steer towards more sustainable futures.
The talk will conclude with thoughts on how these two perspectives can be reconciled in Digital Technology and the Natural Environment.
About the speaker
Prof. Gordon Blair
Prof. Gordon Blair is Head of Environmental Digital Strategy at UKCEH. He is also a Distinguished Professor of Distributed Systems at Lancaster University where he holds a part-time post (20%). He is also Co-Director of the Centre of Excellence in Environmental Data Science (CEEDS), a joint initiative between UKCEH and Lancaster University.
His current research interests focus on the role of digital technology in supporting environmental science. This includes new forms of environmental monitoring and data acquisition, including the role of Internet of Things technology, new forms of computational infrastructure to support the storage and processing of such data, specifically using cloud computing, and new forms of analysing and making sense of this data using data science and AI.
He is particularly interested in the role of virtual labs in supporting this end-to-end pipeline and in enabling a new kind of science that is more open, collaborative and integrative. Most recently, through CEEDS, he has become interested in the role of digital twins in supporting environmental science.
This all builds on a strong legacy of research in distributed systems, having been involved since the inception of the field in the early 1980s. His core research in this area focused on the middleware architectures that underpin complex distributed systems applications and services, including examination of key distributed properties such as interoperability and how these can be achieved in the complex and dynamic distributed systems of today.
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COVID-19
BCS is following government guidelines and we would ask attendees to continue to also follow these guidelines. Please go to https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ for more information, advice, and instructions.
This event is brought to you by: BCS Oxfordshire branch

IT's Oxford Launch Evening Event - Unlock the potential of your fast growth company
2023-09-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
The expert-led event and thought leadership series serves as a platform for entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry leaders to exchange ideas, share experiences, and explore opportunities within the science and technology sectors.
The carefully curated sessions will cover a broad range of topics relevant to spin outs (existing and future) and fast growth companies, including business strategy, relocation strategy, property and facilities management, regulatory considerations, and much more.
Regardless of industry, fast growth companies everywhere consistently fall into the same traps which stifle their growth.
Hear from Daniel Harrison from AWS about some of the most common pitfalls that fast growth companies experience, and a few ways to avoid them.
The session will cover the following:
• Learn how Amazon/AWS works with fast growth companies
• How to navigate common struggles fast growth companies experience such as:
• Building & sustaining a strong culture
• Hiring
• How to prioritize the right activities
• The importance of speed
• Lack of innovation
• Burnout
• Localization requirements (From a legal, regulatory & data perspective)
• Data sovereignty
• Q&A
All followed by an opportunity to network with peers whilst enjoying drinks and pizza.

BioForward 2023
2023-09-26 08:00 - 18:00
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BioForward is OBN’s ‘Roadmap for Growth’ Life Sciences event, designed to provide the support, skills, know-how and industry connections required to build a commercially successful business.
Now in its fifth year, BioForward is attended by leaders and decision makers of growing R&D companies across all therapy and technological areas, alongside companies who provide services that help support the sustainable growth of emerging companies throughout the life sciences ecosystem.
BioForward Features:

An Industry exhibition showcasing 60 trusted industry suppliers, specialising in a range of services, including: Pre-clinical and clinical development, IP, tax & financial management, regulatory compliance, insurance, facilities, location management, manufacturing, lab supplies, communications, sales & marketing, business development, new technology, consultancy, HR & talent
A series of focused and practical workshop sessions
A full day of pre-scheduled, in-person 1-2-1 partnering meetings powered by PartneringONE
Plenty of formal and informal networking opportunities, including lunch provided by Oxford’s finest food trucks and the BioForward drinks reception
New for 2023! Complimentary transport to and from the venue from a range of Science parks in the Oxford region. More details to be announced.

Ticket Type & Price*:
R&D Companies: first company ticket is complimentary
R&D Additional ticket: £75 + VAT
Non-R&D (OBN Member): £300 + VAT
Non-R&D (Non Member): £350 + VAT
Please visit open the link to book your ticket/s. https://obn.glueup.com/event/73640/register/
or get in touch with organiser at: events@obn.org.uk and 44 1235420870
Venue: The King’s Centre, Osney Mead, Oxford OX2 0ES
