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How can NHS organisations and systems develop effective industry partnerships? What are the benefits?

Join the Health Innovation Network and The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) for a practical webinar on how NHS and industry partnerships can drive transformation, address local system challenges and unlock new funding opportunities.

This webinar is for people working across the NHS and will explore:

• How NHS organisations and systems can develop effective industry partnerships to accelerate innovation and improve patient care
• The benefits to local NHS organisations and ICBs of working with industry, such as access to additional funding, resources, and expertise
• The unique role of Health Innovation Networks – 15 local networks across England who can help broker connections between the NHS and industry.

The webinar will showcase a successful collaboration between Health Innovation Manchester and pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly & Company (Lilly UK), who are working together to support health systems across Greater Manchester to address the challenge of obesity.

Speakers include:

• Nicole McGlennon, Health Innovation East Midlands Managing Director
• Nabil Rastani, The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry Strategic Partnership Policy Manager
• Brian Duggan, The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry Strategic Partnership Policy Director
• Jay Hamilton, Programme Director for Industry and Commercial Partnerships, Health Innovation Manchester
• Siobhán Ainscough, ICS Strategic Account Manager, Eli Lilly and Company (Lilly UK)

More information:

This session aligns with guidance published by NHS Confederation and the ABPI: ‘Accelerating transformation: how to develop effective NHS-industry partnerships’ published November 2024.

For queries about webinar accessibility, email Annie Palmer, Engagement and Events Manager, annie.palmer@mft.nhs.uk