MASTERCLASS: Blockchain, Smart Grid, Energy 4.0 | 69 Wilson St, London EC2A 2BB, UK

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There will be ample opportunity for connecting with industry colleagues throughout the event. During the formal session there will be extended breaks and interactive sessions. Before the proceedings there will be an informal business breakfast and afterwards there will be a drinks reception for those delegates wishing to super-charge their networking.

At the heart of the event will be a deep into blockchain’s role in the electrification of everything and showcase a number of interesting startups. As well as technology, we also consider the human elements of inventing, deploying and optimising innovation.

Christopher Gruen will be the master of ceremonies. He will harness the energy in the room and provide a golden thread that stitches the event together.

Key Topics
Energy 4.0, Smart Grid, Blockchain
Success factors for innovation in energy
Key drivers for leveraging social value & business transformation
Best practices for enhancing business performance and employee engagement
Visions for future work & process organisation
Addressed Audience
Energy Industry Leaders & Entrepreneurs
Blockchain Subject Matter Experts
Investors in Early Stage Ventures
HR & Organisational Development
Partnership Management
Innovation Management
Dr Neil Williams will lead a discussion on the investor’s view of innovation. The ever changing smart and digital energy is creating a myriad of opportunities around storage, demand side response, AI and blockchain. Entrepreneurs and investors will share ideas on how to methodically and effectively surf these waves.

Blockchain
Hope or hype? The reality is not black or white. There will be an executive briefing from Jean-Jacques Jouanna where he will take a thorough look at the facts, opportunities and myths. This will followed by lively discussion and debate.

Human Factors
Andrew Hancock will discuss why he thinks that technology is unlikely to make us all redundant. This is because people are the vital spark who drive innovation and then provide flexibility to make it work in practice. He will also shares his views on why the skills needed in customer service and back office operations are increasing at a rapid pace.