Tourism, Creative Economy and Land & Communities

The University of the Highlands and Islands’ mission is to have a transformational impact on the prospects of our region, its economy, its people and its communities. This focus on delivering benefits locally is reflected in the concept of a ‘civic university’, an institution which integrates teaching, research and engagement with the outside world in such a way that each enhances the other without diminishing their quality.

How is UHI achieving these goals now, and how could the university better engage with your communities, your businesses and other external partners to increase the benefit to our region? This Knowledge Exchange Stakeholder Event, jointly organised by UHI’s Tourism, Creative Economy and Land & Communities Knowledge Exchange Sector Groups, will explore examples of successful past and present collaborations, future aspirations and how you can benefit from academic funding sources.

Attendees are invited to consider how the skills and expertise of UHI staff could contribute to improving your business or communities, helping you develop new products, new income streams and new routes to sustainable wellbeing.

12.00 – 13.00 Lunch and networking

13.00 – 13.30 Welcome and introduction to the sector groups

13.30 – 13.50 Keynote 1 – TBC

13.50 – 14.10 Keynote 2 – Gary I Campbell, The Crofting Commission

14.10 – 14.30 Keynote 3 – Alex Smith, Xpo North

14.30 – 14.45 Coffee Break

14.45 – 15.00 Introduction to Interface and Innovation Vouchers - Carol Anne Adams, Interface

15.00 – 15.10 Case study: EiggSAT Innovation Voucher - Bobby Macaulay, UHI

15.10 – 15.35 Introduction to Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and UHI case study - Laura Dee, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships North

15.35 – 15.55 UHI sector groups and Challenge Fund - Darlene Russell, UHI

15.55 – 16.05 Case study: GalGael Sail Making Challenge Fund - Malcolm Innes, UHI

16.05 – 16.25 UHI curriculum - Darlene Russell, UHI

16.25 – 17.00 Q&A

17.00 Close

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

UHI Inverness, UHI Inverness, Inverness, United Kingdom