Eco Enterprise Sustainability Event
Schedule
Fri May 15 2026 at 09:30 am to 03:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Exeter College | Exeter, EN
About this Event
Eco Enterprise Sustainability Event
Join us at Exeter College for a conference and networking event centred around sustainability. This event aims to provide a platform for businesses to share their good practices and strengthen Exeter College's connections with local businesses. Discussions throughout the event will centre on key themes such as global awareness, innovation and opportunity, ethical business practices, and futureproofing organisations in a volatile environment.
Attendees will be provided with full catering throughout the day, including breakfast and lunch.
Paid parking 5 minute walk from venue - Isca Place, 33-36 Queen St, Exeter EX4 3SR
Agenda
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Breakfast
Info: Breakfast will be available at the start of the day, featuring a selection of pastries alongside tea, coffee, and a variety of juices.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Opening Speech
Host: John Laramy - Principal
Info: The day will begin with a welcome address from the College Principal, John Laramy.
🕑: 10:20 AM - 11:00 AM
Panel - 'Beyond The Obvious: Sustainability in Modern Business'
Host: Mike Bestwick - John Lewis
Info: This panel will explore how organisations are moving beyond surface-level sustainability efforts to embed meaningful, long-term change within their operations. Bringing together industry perspectives, the discussion will examine innovative approaches, practical challenges, and the evolving role of sustainability in driving business value. Attendees will gain insights into how businesses can adopt more impactful and forward-thinking strategies in today’s changing landscape.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Break
🕑: 11:15 AM - 11:40 AM
Speaker: EDP Environmental
Host: Steve Rysdale - Owner
🕑: 11:40 AM - 12:00 PM
Speaker: 361 Energy
Host: Martin Slocombe - Sustainability Consultant
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:20 PM
Speaker: North Devon World Surf Reserve
Host: Rob Whitney - Co-Founder
🕑: 12:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Lunch
Info: Lunch will be served at the college’s on-site, award-winning restaurant, @thirty-four.
A seasonal menu will be provided, featuring a selection of hot and cold dishes including spring vegetable and herb frittata, lemon and thyme roasted chicken, Mediterranean vegetable and chickpea tagine, and a variety of fresh salads and sides. A deli-style offering will include honey-roast ham, poached salmon, and a range of accompaniments, alongside freshly baked breads and spreads. Dessert options will include English strawberry and elderflower mess, rhubarb and apple crumble, lemon drizzle, and a fresh fruit platter.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:40 PM
Panel - 'Creating an Eco-Friendly City'
Host: Jon Walton - Princesshay
Info: This panel will explore Exeter’s approach to building a more sustainable and environmentally conscious city. Bringing together a range of perspectives, the discussion will examine current initiatives, future ambitions, and the role of collaboration in driving positive change. Attendees will gain insight into the opportunities and challenges involved in creating a greener, more resilient urban environment.
🕑: 02:20 PM - 03:00 PM
Speaker: Turning Heads
Host: Anna Forbear - Connections Advisor
Where is it happening?
Exeter College, Hele Road, Exeter, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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