Upcoming Briefings

Our briefings programme is driven by our members. We host a diverse range of speakers representing business, government and institutional organisations to deliver members the latest insights and intelligence. If you are not a member, but would like to attend an event, please contact our Briefings Manager, Laurie Woodiwiss.

– Notice – 
Until June 21st at the very earliest, we do ask event attendees to ensure they have had one of the following: one or more Covid-19 vaccinations, a negative lateral flow test on the day of the event (these will be available in the building, if required) or a negative PCR test within 72 hours of the event. Temperatures will also be checked on entry.
Wednesday
19
May 2021
19/5/2021

In Conversation with Admiral Tony Radakin CB ADC, First Sea Lord, Royal Navy

Admiral Tony Radakin CB ADC, First Sea Lord, Royal Navy
Tony Radakin was appointed First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff in June 2019. Previously, he was Chief of Staff of the Joint Forces Command(2016 – 2018) and Second Sea Lord (2018 – 2019).
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
19/5/2021

In Conversation with Admiral Tony Radakin CB ADC, First Sea Lord, Royal Navy

Admiral Tony Radakin CB ADC, First Sea Lord, Royal Navy
Tony Radakin was appointed First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff in June 2019. Previously, he was Chief of Staff of the Joint Forces Command(2016 – 2018) and Second Sea Lord (2018 – 2019).
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Thursday
20
May 2021
20/5/2021

Britain's Vital Strategic Interests in Space

John B. Sheldon, Ph.D., Advisor, United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence
Prior to his current position, John Sheldon was Executive Director of the George C. Marshall Institute, a think-tank in Washington, DC, and Professor of Space and Cyberspace Strategic Studies at the U.S. Air Force’s School of Advanced Air and Space Studies (SAASS).
Virtual Briefing
Zoom Meeting
5:00 pm
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6:00 pm
5:00pm to 6:00pm
20/5/2021

Britain's Vital Strategic Interests in Space

John B. Sheldon, Ph.D., Advisor, United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence
Prior to his current position, John Sheldon was Executive Director of the George C. Marshall Institute, a think-tank in Washington, DC, and Professor of Space and Cyberspace Strategic Studies at the U.S. Air Force’s School of Advanced Air and Space Studies (SAASS).
Virtual Briefing
Zoom Meeting
5:00 pm
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6:00 pm
5:00pm to 6:00pm
Thursday
27
May 2021
27/5/2021

Labour's Vision for Transport

Jim McMahon OBE MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Transport, Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition
In April 2020, Jim was appointed by Keir Starmer to serve in Shadow Cabinet as Shadow Transport Secretary a role which he currently holds.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
27/5/2021

Labour's Vision for Transport

Jim McMahon OBE MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Transport, Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition
In April 2020, Jim was appointed by Keir Starmer to serve in Shadow Cabinet as Shadow Transport Secretary a role which he currently holds.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
Tuesday
01
June 2021
1/6/2021

Reflections on the Middle East

Lieutenant General Sir John Lorimer KCB DSO MBE, Former Chief of Joint Operations and Defence Senior Adviser Middle East and North Africa
In 2014 Lieutenant General Sir John Lorimer KCB DSO MBE became Chief of Joint Operations. He then took over as the Defence Senior Adviser Middle East and North Africa in January 2018, spending over three years in that role.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
1/6/2021

Reflections on the Middle East

Lieutenant General Sir John Lorimer KCB DSO MBE, Former Chief of Joint Operations and Defence Senior Adviser Middle East and North Africa
In 2014 Lieutenant General Sir John Lorimer KCB DSO MBE became Chief of Joint Operations. He then took over as the Defence Senior Adviser Middle East and North Africa in January 2018, spending over three years in that role.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Wednesday
02
June 2021
2/6/2021

In Conversation with Kulveer Ranger

Kulveer Ranger, Global Head, Strategy & Communications for Financial Service & Insurance, and SVP Strategy & Communications for UK&I
Kulveer Ranger is Global Head, Strategy & Communications for Financial Service & Insurance, and SVP Strategy & Communications for UK&I at Atos, a global leader in digital transformation with 110,000 employees in 73 countries.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
2/6/2021

In Conversation with Kulveer Ranger

Kulveer Ranger, Global Head, Strategy & Communications for Financial Service & Insurance, and SVP Strategy & Communications for UK&I
Kulveer Ranger is Global Head, Strategy & Communications for Financial Service & Insurance, and SVP Strategy & Communications for UK&I at Atos, a global leader in digital transformation with 110,000 employees in 73 countries.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
Tuesday
08
June 2021
8/6/2021

We Are Bellingcat: An Intelligence Agency for the People

Eliot Higgins, Founder, Bellingcat
Eliot Higgins is an award-winning investigative journalist, and founder of Bellingcat. His inquiries have revealed extraordinary findings on subjects such as the downing of flight MH17 in Ukraine and the sourcing of weapons in the Syrian Civil War.
Virtual Briefing
Zoom Meeting
4:00 pm
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5:00 pm
4:00pm to 5:00pm
8/6/2021

We Are Bellingcat: An Intelligence Agency for the People

Eliot Higgins, Founder, Bellingcat
Eliot Higgins is an award-winning investigative journalist, and founder of Bellingcat. His inquiries have revealed extraordinary findings on subjects such as the downing of flight MH17 in Ukraine and the sourcing of weapons in the Syrian Civil War.
Virtual Briefing
Zoom Meeting
4:00 pm
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5:00 pm
4:00pm to 5:00pm
Thursday
10
June 2021
10/6/2021

Harnessing Commercial Space for a Sustainable National Space Strategy

Tim Sherwood, Chair of Satellite Applications Catapult
Tim Sherwood chairs the Board of the Satellite Applications Catapult. He is an experienced Non-Executive Director, and has been Chairman of the Hospedia Group Ltd and CVLV Group Ltd, and Deputy Chairman of Redstone plc.
Virtual Briefing
Zoom Meeting
5:00 pm
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6:00 pm
5:00pm to 6:00pm
10/6/2021

Harnessing Commercial Space for a Sustainable National Space Strategy

Tim Sherwood, Chair of Satellite Applications Catapult
Tim Sherwood chairs the Board of the Satellite Applications Catapult. He is an experienced Non-Executive Director, and has been Chairman of the Hospedia Group Ltd and CVLV Group Ltd, and Deputy Chairman of Redstone plc.
Virtual Briefing
Zoom Meeting
5:00 pm
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6:00 pm
5:00pm to 6:00pm
Tuesday
15
June 2021
15/6/2021

Lunch with Sir John Armitt CBE, Chairman, National Infrastructure Commission

Sir John Armitt CBE, Chairman, National Infrastructure Commission
Sir John Armitt is Chairman of the National Infrastructure Commission, National Express Group, City & Guilds Group. He is also on the Board of the Berkeley Group and Expo 2020.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
15/6/2021

Lunch with Sir John Armitt CBE, Chairman, National Infrastructure Commission

Sir John Armitt CBE, Chairman, National Infrastructure Commission
Sir John Armitt is Chairman of the National Infrastructure Commission, National Express Group, City & Guilds Group. He is also on the Board of the Berkeley Group and Expo 2020.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
Thursday
17
June 2021
17/6/2021

Grand Strategy – The Role of the UK Space Agency

Ian Annett, Deputy CEO for Programme Delivery at UK Space Agency
Ian joined the UK Space Agency in January 2020 as Deputy Chief Executive for Programme Delivery, responsible for overseeing the major National space programmes including Spaceflight, Regulatory Control and the UK Space Based PNT Programme and as a deputy to the current CEO.
Virtual Briefing
Zoom Meeting
5:00 pm
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6:00 pm
5:00pm to 6:00pm
17/6/2021

Grand Strategy – The Role of the UK Space Agency

Ian Annett, Deputy CEO for Programme Delivery at UK Space Agency
Ian joined the UK Space Agency in January 2020 as Deputy Chief Executive for Programme Delivery, responsible for overseeing the major National space programmes including Spaceflight, Regulatory Control and the UK Space Based PNT Programme and as a deputy to the current CEO.
Virtual Briefing
Zoom Meeting
5:00 pm
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6:00 pm
5:00pm to 6:00pm
Wednesday
23
June 2021
23/6/2021

Think big - start small - scale fast; the Army’s plan to go green

Major General D W Southall CBE, Director of Basing and Infrastructure, British Army
Major General David Southall MBE OBE is Director of Basing and Infrastructure in Army Headquarters. Previously he was the Chief of Staff Home Command and Standing Joint Command (UK).
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
23/6/2021

Think big - start small - scale fast; the Army’s plan to go green

Major General D W Southall CBE, Director of Basing and Infrastructure, British Army
Major General David Southall MBE OBE is Director of Basing and Infrastructure in Army Headquarters. Previously he was the Chief of Staff Home Command and Standing Joint Command (UK).
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Thursday
01
July 2021
1/7/2021

In Conversation with Bernadette Kelly CB

Bernadette Kelly CB, Permanent Secretary, Department for Transport
Bernadette became Permanent Secretary at the Department for Transport in 2017. Prior to that, she was Director General of Rail Group in DfT and at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS).
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
1/7/2021

In Conversation with Bernadette Kelly CB

Bernadette Kelly CB, Permanent Secretary, Department for Transport
Bernadette became Permanent Secretary at the Department for Transport in 2017. Prior to that, she was Director General of Rail Group in DfT and at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS).
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
Tuesday
06
July 2021
6/7/2021

Maintaining and Building the UK's Innovative Edge

Philip New, CEO, Energy Systems Catapult
Philip New is the Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Systems Catapult, established in 2015 with the remit to support the transition of the UK Energy System and enable economic growth.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
6/7/2021

Maintaining and Building the UK's Innovative Edge

Philip New, CEO, Energy Systems Catapult
Philip New is the Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Systems Catapult, established in 2015 with the remit to support the transition of the UK Energy System and enable economic growth.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
Wednesday
07
July 2021
7/7/2021

The Role of Business in Defence Procurement

Jeremy Quin MP, Minister for Defence Procurement, Ministry of Defence
As Minister of State for Defence Procurement, Jeremy Quin MP is responsible for the Defence Equipment Plan; relations with the defence industry; defence exports; defence science and technology.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
7:45 am
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9:00 am
7:45am to 9:00am
7/7/2021

The Role of Business in Defence Procurement

Jeremy Quin MP, Minister for Defence Procurement, Ministry of Defence
As Minister of State for Defence Procurement, Jeremy Quin MP is responsible for the Defence Equipment Plan; relations with the defence industry; defence exports; defence science and technology.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
7:45 am
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9:00 am
7:45am to 9:00am
Tuesday
13
July 2021
13/7/2021

Britain’s New Place in the World

Lord Mark Sedwill, Former Cabinet Secretary and National Security Advisor
Lord Mark Sedwill was most recently Cabinet Secretary & Head of the Civil Service (2018-20), National Security Adviser (2017-20) and Permanent Secretary at the Home Office (2013-17).
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
13/7/2021

Britain’s New Place in the World

Lord Mark Sedwill, Former Cabinet Secretary and National Security Advisor
Lord Mark Sedwill was most recently Cabinet Secretary & Head of the Civil Service (2018-20), National Security Adviser (2017-20) and Permanent Secretary at the Home Office (2013-17).
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Tuesday
20
July 2021
20/7/2021

Our Future Relationship with Europe

Sir Bernard Jenkin MP, Chair, Liaison Committee
Bernard has served as a Member of Parliament since 1992. Following the 2016 EU referendum, Bernard became the Chair of the Steering Committee of the European Research Group, responsible for setting the overall direction of the ERG.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
20/7/2021

Our Future Relationship with Europe

Sir Bernard Jenkin MP, Chair, Liaison Committee
Bernard has served as a Member of Parliament since 1992. Following the 2016 EU referendum, Bernard became the Chair of the Steering Committee of the European Research Group, responsible for setting the overall direction of the ERG.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Thursday
22
July 2021
22/7/2021

Delivering the National Space Strategy

Air Vice Marshal Harv Smyth, Director at MOD Space Directorate & Rebecca Evernden, Head of Space Directorate at BEIS
The National Space Strategy will be published in June and this event will allow members to engage with the primary drivers of that strategy, understanding their aims and their expectations for its delivery.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
to
8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
22/7/2021

Delivering the National Space Strategy

Air Vice Marshal Harv Smyth, Director at MOD Space Directorate & Rebecca Evernden, Head of Space Directorate at BEIS
The National Space Strategy will be published in June and this event will allow members to engage with the primary drivers of that strategy, understanding their aims and their expectations for its delivery.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
to
8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Tuesday
27
July 2021
27/7/2021

Priorities for the Home Office and How Can Business Assist

Matthew Rycroft CBE, Permanent Secretary, Home Office
Matthew Rycroft CBE is the Permanent Secretary at the Home Office. He was appointed on 17 March 2020. He was previously Permanent Secretary at the Department for International Development from 22 January 2018 to 16 March 2020.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
27/7/2021

Priorities for the Home Office and How Can Business Assist

Matthew Rycroft CBE, Permanent Secretary, Home Office
Matthew Rycroft CBE is the Permanent Secretary at the Home Office. He was appointed on 17 March 2020. He was previously Permanent Secretary at the Department for International Development from 22 January 2018 to 16 March 2020.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
Tuesday
14
September 2021
14/9/2021

Delivering the Defence Command Paper and Defence & Security Industrial Strategy

Professor Trevor Taylor, Director of the Defence, Industries and Society Programme, RUSI
Professor Trevor Taylor is Professorial Research Fellow in Defence Management at RUSI, where he heads up a research programme in Defence, Industries and Society, and is a member of the Acquisition Focus group which publishes regularly in RUSI Defence Systems.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
14/9/2021

Delivering the Defence Command Paper and Defence & Security Industrial Strategy

Professor Trevor Taylor, Director of the Defence, Industries and Society Programme, RUSI
Professor Trevor Taylor is Professorial Research Fellow in Defence Management at RUSI, where he heads up a research programme in Defence, Industries and Society, and is a member of the Acquisition Focus group which publishes regularly in RUSI Defence Systems.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
to
2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
Tuesday
21
September 2021
21/9/2021

My Priorities for the Ministry of Defence

David Williams CB, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence
David Williams became the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Defence in April 2021. David acts as the Accounting Officer for the Department, the Defence Secretary’s chief policy adviser and, with the Chief of Defence Staff, leads the running of the Department.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
to
2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
21/9/2021

My Priorities for the Ministry of Defence

David Williams CB, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence
David Williams became the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Defence in April 2021. David acts as the Accounting Officer for the Department, the Defence Secretary’s chief policy adviser and, with the Chief of Defence Staff, leads the running of the Department.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
to
2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
Wednesday
29
September 2021
29/9/2021

Manifesto for Decarbonising Transport

Claire Haigh, CEO, Greener Transport Solutions
Claire Haigh is CEO of Greener Transport Solutions and former Chief Executive of Greener Journeys, the sustainable transport group.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
29/9/2021

Manifesto for Decarbonising Transport

Claire Haigh, CEO, Greener Transport Solutions
Claire Haigh is CEO of Greener Transport Solutions and former Chief Executive of Greener Journeys, the sustainable transport group.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
12:30pm to 2:30pm
Thursday
04
November 2021
4/11/2021

Rethinking Supply Chains

Andrew Jeffrey, Senior Managing Director, Ankura
Andrew Jeffery is Senior Managing Director within Ankura’s London office specialising in project advisory services. He is a highly experienced and focused Chartered Surveyor with over 28 years of international construction, infrastructure, real estate, and advisory experience.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
4/11/2021

Rethinking Supply Chains

Andrew Jeffrey, Senior Managing Director, Ankura
Andrew Jeffery is Senior Managing Director within Ankura’s London office specialising in project advisory services. He is a highly experienced and focused Chartered Surveyor with over 28 years of international construction, infrastructure, real estate, and advisory experience.
Physical Event
23 Grafton Street, W1S 4EY
6:30 pm
to
8:30 pm
6:30pm to 8:30pm
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