Its Your Swansea 2025

by admin | Jan 2, 2025 | Our Events

It’s Your Swansea – be part of it!

Our landmark Swansea conference and exhibition is back at Swansea Arena on Thursday 6th March 2025! This event brings together the organisations and businesses of Swansea, and is free to attend for everyone with an interest in what’s happening across our county. Whether you represent a business, work for a local organisation, or simply live in Swansea and want to make some new connections – be part of it!

It’s Your Swansea is a fabulous opportunity to meet local businesses, connect with local organisations, find out about the ongoing regeneration of our city, and hear about the opportunities on our doorsteps. From employers recruiting staff, to exciting community projects to get involved in, to small businesses to support – there is something for everyone.

This year, we are planning to host a range of workshops and inclusive conversations, so you can learn new things, meet likeminded people and have your say on issues you care about. It’s Your Swansea is an event not to be missed!

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An engaging line-up of discussions and workshops

Creating space for inclusive conversations about Swansea’s development and how we can collaborate for the wellbeing and prosperity of our county.

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An unmissable day and everyone is invited!

Browse last year’s photo grallery for a flavour of this unique event!

Green Economy Conference 2025

by admin | Dec 19, 2024 | News, Our Events

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The Green Economy Conference & Exhibition

Thursday 13th November 2025
Swansea Arena

Returning for its fourth year, the Green Economy Conference & Exhibition brings together businesses, innovators, community leaders and policy makers to accelerate the transition to a cleaner, greener, more resilient economy for Wales.

This year’s event will feature inspiring speakers, practical workshops, and a major cross-sector business exhibition showcasing the people, projects, and technologies driving positive change. It’s a day to connect, collaborate and explore how we can all play a part in building a sustainable future.

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LOCAL FOOD DAY

In the Lounge

Sustainable food is high on the agenda at this year’s conference, with a dedicated Local Food Day running as part of the main event. Organised in collaboration with Bwyd Abertawe and Swansea Council, the Local Food Day will feature talks, tastings, and demonstrations celebrating the region’s thriving local food scene. From a farm-to-fork session led by The Shed Restaurant, to workshops on food trails and local supply chains, the programme will explore how Welsh producers and food businesses can play a vital role in building a more resilient and sustainable local economy.

Mary Duckett, Manager of Bwyd Abertawe, said:
“Bwyd Abertawe Food is about sustainable food systems change for Swansea, which naturally requires strong regional links with likeminded food businesses and producers. Sustainable food systems change is about reviewing our economic practices, and the Green Economy Conference is a great opportunity for us to come together and explore relevant topics such as reducing the supply chain and localising food procurement between food businesses, growers and producers.”

Register for the main event to attend the Local Food Day.

SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION

Panel discussions and workshop

The construction sector in Wales is changing fast and the opportunities are huge. We are inviting developers, contractors, suppliers, housing associations, and educators to explore how sustainable construction can drive Wales’ journey to net zero.

This year’s event features insightful talks and discussions for everyone involved in building, supplying, or supporting the homes and infrastructure of the future. From local builders and manufacturers to major developers and training providers, the Construction Zone will highlight the £222bn pipeline of sustainable housing and retrofit projects across Wales and the opportunities this creates for local firms.

Register for the main event to attend the Sustainable Construction sessions.

GREEN JOBS & SKILLS

The conference will also spotlight the growth of sustainable industry sectors and the need to equip our workforce with the skills for tomorrow. Sessions throughout the day will focus on how education, business, and government can collaborate to prepare young people and professionals for emerging green sectors, from retrofit and construction to renewable energy and circular economy innovation.

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Wellbeing Economy Cymru 2025

by admin | Dec 19, 2024 | Our Events

Wellbeing Economy Cymru Festival of Ideas

NEW DATE: Wednesday 12th November 2025
Swansea Arena

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We are excited to be planning the next WE Cymru Festival of Ideas, following a successful event in 2024! Click here to catch up with what happened last year.

Its Your Neath Port Talbot 2025

by admin | Dec 19, 2024 | Our Events

It’s Your Neath Port Talbot 2025

Wed 24th September at Margam Orangery

Event starts 9:30am
Event ends 3:30pm

If you live or work in Neath Port Talbot, you are invited to this cross-sector discussion forum, which is all about co-creating a happier, healthier county with a thriving economy!

This all-day event will bring together around 300 people, businesses and organisations from across NPT, creating an opportunity to hear about positive things happening in the county, and to discuss ideas and opportunities.

Hear short talks from interesting local speakers;

Meet and connect with local residents, businesses and organisations;

Find out about positive projects and initiatives happening in the county;

Get involved in discussions and conversations on a wide range of topics;

Talk to people about your community, organisation or business;

Share your ideas and opinions in a diverse, independent forum;

Be part of it!

Part of the event will be dedicated to an “Open Space”, which means anyone can suggest a topic for discussion and host that conversation with a group of those who are interested in the same topic.

Last year, 280 people attended the event, and the discussions were captured in the Neath Port Talbot Opportunities Report 2024. Catch up with last year’s event here.

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LOCAL SPEAKERS

This event is an opportunity to hear from local leaders, organisations and businesses who share a passion for Neath Port Talbot and who are making change happen in exciting ways.

Cllr Steve Hunt, Council Leader

As Leader of Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council, Steve is an advocate for people, passion and prosperity in NPT.

Helen John, San Portablo Arts

Bringing art into the heart of the community, Helen is behind the Artists Window in Aberfan Shopping Centre – and much more!

Tom Edington, Wildfox Resort

Tom is Group CEO of Wildfox Resort, a £250m wellness and adventure destination coming to the Afan Valley

Rosa Cundill, Rosa's Bakery

Rosa is the teenaged founder of Rosa’s Bakery in Neath Town Centre, which champions wholesome artisan produce.

Nigel Hunt, San Portablo

Nigel Hunt created clothing label San Portablo as a way of combating negative perceptions of the area.

Tim Rutter, Tata Steel

Tim is Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Tata Steel, keen to talk about what’s happening locally.

EXHIBITORS

Meet local projects, businesses and organisations who are keen to talk to you about what they’re up to in Neath Port Talbot. Whether you’re looking for ways to get more involved in the community, looking for employment, or keen to support local businesses, this event is an amazing opportunity to connect and grow your network. A huge thanks to all our exhibitors for supporting this event!

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Its Your Carmarthenshire 2025

by admin | Dec 19, 2024 | Our Events

It’s Your Carmarthenshire 2025

9.30am – 3.30pm on Wed 16th July at Parc Y Scarlets

If you live or work in Carmarthenshire, you are invited to this cross-sector discussion forum, which is all about co-creating a happier, healthier county with a thriving economy!

This all-day event will bring together around 300 people, businesses and organisations from across Carmarthenshire, creating an opportunity to hear about positive things happening in the county, and to discuss ideas and opportunities.

WHY ATTEND?

Hear short talks from interesting local speakers;

Meet and connect with local residents, businesses and organisations;

Find out about positive projects and initiatives happening in the county;

Get involved in discussions and conversations on a wide range of topics;

Talk to people about your community, organisation or business;

Share your ideas and opinions in a diverse, independent forum;

Be part of it!

Part of the event will be dedicated to an “Open Space”, which means anyone can suggest a topic for discussion and host that conversation with a group of those who are interested in the same topic.

Last year, 200 people attended the event, and the discussions were captured in the Carmarthenshire Opportunities Report 2024. Catch up with last year’s event here.

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A wide range of businesses and organisations from across the county have already booked to participate in this event:

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Its Your Pembrokeshire 2025

by admin | Dec 19, 2024 | Our Events

It’s Your Pembrokeshire 2025

The Queens Hall, Narbeth
9:30 – 3:30 on Wed 14th May 2025

If you live or work in Pembrokeshire, you are invited to this cross-sector discussion forum, which is all about co-creating a happier, healthier county with a thriving economy!

This all-day event will bring together around 300 people, businesses and organisations from across Pembrokeshire, creating an opportunity to hear about positive things happening in the county, and to discuss ideas and opportunities.

Hear short talks from interesting local speakers;

Meet and connect with local residents, businesses and organisations;

Find out about positive projects and initiatives happening in the county;

Get involved in discussions and conversations on a wide range of topics;

Talk to people about your community, organisation or business;

Share your ideas and opinions in a diverse, independent forum;

Be part of it!

Part of the event will be dedicated to an “Open Space”, which means anyone can suggest a topic for discussion and host that conversation with a group of those who are interested in the same topic.

Last year, 280 people attended the event, and the discussions were captured in the Pembrokeshire Opportunities Report 2024. Catch up with last year’s event here.

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CAN YOUR BUSINESS SUPPORT THIS EVENT?

4theRegion is an independent community interest company with a mission to co-create positive change in South West Wales. We would love to hear from any organisation or business that is able to offer support to cover the costs of this event, which has not received any funding.

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