RSAxUWTSD Innovation Lecture

Join industry and academic experts as they explore emerging ideas shaping the future of the sector, offering fresh insights, real‑world examples, and inspiring perspectives. We look forward to welcoming you to this event.

Industrial Speaker: Rikki Thomas

Rikki is Director of Operations at CyDen, a £100m medical technology company producing advanced IPL devices. He oversees engineering, production, and supply chain operations across the UK and China, leading a team of more than 300. Beginning his career as a Ford apprentice, he now brings over 25 years of leadership experience focused on innovation, operational excellence, and high‑performing teams.

Academic Speaker: Richard Morgan

Richard is Head of Research, Enterprise & Innovation Services and Assistant Dean for Innovation & Engagement at UWTSD. With 30 years’ experience across higher education and engineering, he leads industry–academia partnerships in advanced manufacturing, automation, energy, and healthcare. His work aligns applied innovation with teaching, supporting regional economic growth and student engagement. He has received national recognition for innovation and enterprise.

Host: Alan Mumby FRSAWith over 30 years’ experience in innovation and new product development, Alan now teaches innovation and product development management across the Welsh Institute of Science and Art and the Institute of Management & Health. He supports students in developing creative and practical approaches to innovation. Alan is also a Fellowship Councillor of the Royal Society of Art, Manufacture and Commerce.

About the RSA Founded in 1754, the RSA has a long history of promoting innovation across arts, manufactures, and commerce. Today, the RSA continues to inspire and support initiatives that foster a resilient, rebalanced, and regenerative future for people, places, and the planet.

About UWTSD Similarly, the university founded in 1882, the birthplace of higher education in Wales, aims to transform education and by doing so transform lives for the benefit of the learners, employers and communities we serve by investing in innovation both academically and through its direct and collaborative support of Welsh organisations and companies.

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