Join sustainability action in Leeds. Reset the future. Connect the North.
Reset Connect North will make its debut on 3-4 March 2026 at the Royal Armouries in Leeds as part of the West Yorkshire Innovation Festival. With registrations now open, the event promises an inspiring inaugural gathering for businesses, innovators and policymakers driving the North’s green transition.
Immerse yourself in the latest trends and cutting-edge innovations
Made up of main stages, show floor hubs, the Pitch & Invest Programme and a series of VIP Workshops & Roundtables, the conference programme at Reset Connect North will inspire action, spark collaboration and accelerate change.
Uncover the main stages
Two main stages will deliver powerful keynotes, panel discussions and real-world case studies. The Transforming Cities & Communities Stage will spotlight how local authorities and urban leaders are building future-ready, climate-resilient places through clean transport, retrofit innovation and regional collaboration to deliver system-wide change. Speakers will include Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire; Cllr Susan Aitken, Leader of Glasgow City Council; Christopher Hammond, Chief Executive of UK100; Richard Andrews, UK Sustainability Lead at KPMG; Minister Martin McCluskey, Minister for Energy Consumers; and Milly Hennayake, Trustee at Engineers Without Borders UK.
Meanwhile, the Transforming Business & Industry Stage will explore how organisations can decarbonise operations, future-proof supply chains and align sustainability with growth. Session will cover investment trends, digital sustainability and the green skills shaping the regional economy. Speakers will include Rishi Jain, Director of Impact at Liverpool FC; Alex Martin, Head of Environmental Risk at Admiral Group; Phillip Holdgate, Head of Production Sustainability at ITV; Michelle Cooper, International Trade Adviser at the Department for Business & Trade; James Murray, Editor-in-Chief of BusinessGreen; Julia Meek, Director of Bus and Coach - UK at Zenobē; Nancy Bikson, Managing Director at Chapel & York; Phoebe Tucker, Senior Nature Associate at the Green Finance Institute; and Thomas Viegas, Group Nature Lead at Aviva.
Discover the show floor hubs
Show floor hubs will provide hands-on learning, live demonstrations and high-impact networking. The Innovation Hub will showcase sector-specific tools and technologies to cut emissions, accelerate circular economy solutions and build sustainable supply chains, while connecting attendees with experts driving scalable green business models and green skills pathways. Sponsored by FUNKLED, the Finance & Investment Hub will explore how finance is powering the transition to a sustainable economy, with sessions examining impact investing trends, innovative financial instruments and evolving regulation.
Explore the perks of being a VIP
The Pitch & Invest Programme is where innovation meets opportunity, connecting start-ups and scale-ups with investors. Live pitching sessions will showcase businesses spanning Tech & AI, Engineering & Manufacturing, Energy, Urban Regeneration, Corporate Sustainability, Retail, Fashion & FMCG, Food & AgriTech and Female-led ventures, with pitches evaluated by a panel representing the full spectrum of capital. Designed for exhibitors and VIP delegates, the programme creates a powerful platform for founders to secure investment, partnerships and strategic insight.
Interactive workshops and roundtables will deliver focused, collaborative sessions designed to drive real-world impact. Curated for peer-to-peer learning and problem-solving, the programme will encourage open discussion and cross-sector collaboration, providing practical insight, meaningful connections and actionable outcomes. The VIP Workshops & Roundtables will support organisations in accelerating their sustainability ambitions.
Meet the exhibitors, speakers and sponsors
Reset Connect North will be supported by a high-profile line-up of exhibitors, speakers and sponsors, including the Department for Business & Trade, Climate Change Committee, National Wealth Fund, Glasgow City Council, Octopus Energy, Aviva, GB Energy, Zenobē, West Yorkshire Pension Fund, Impact Investing Institute, ITV, Manchester Evening News, Liverpool FC, Leeds United FC, Rugby Football League, University of Leeds, WRAP and the Low Carbon Contracts Company & Electricity Settlements Company, with many more to be announced.
Join the industry at the event in March
Secure your place as an attendee to network, discover the latest trends and empower your business.
Interested in speaking, exhibiting or sponsorship? Showcase your brand, connect with decision-makers and be seen as a thought leader. Discover more at reset-connect.com/north/why-exhibit
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Royal Armouries Conference and Events, Armouries Way, Leeds LS10 1NF, United Kingdom, Leeds
