Not Just the Core Cities: The next generation of innovation places

​Innovation-led growth is not confined to core cities. As new devolved authorities in polycentric regions take shape, many places are bringing together strong but fragmented assets into coordinated systems.

​This session explores how emerging areas can build competitive innovation ecosystems, connecting businesses, institutions and leadership across larger geographies. It will focus on the practical steps needed to get started, avoid common pitfalls, and position these places for investment and growth.