Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Ambassadors 2025

Championing Diversity, Driving Innovation

Join inspiring manufacturing leaders as they celebrate achievements and tackle the challenges shaping the future of the sector. Connect with like-minded professionals and discover the stories behind some of the most innovative and impactful careers in UK manufacturing.

We're on a mission to drive greater equality, diversity, and inclusion across the manufacturing landscape β€” and we need passionate individuals like you to become EDI Ambassadors. Together, we can ensure that every business and individual in manufacturing has the opportunity to thrive, innovate, and lead.

Help us shine a light on the incredible career journeys within manufacturing. Hear from diverse voices across the industry as they share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs β€” inspiring the next generation to follow in their footsteps and build a stronger, more inclusive manufacturing future.

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EDI Ambassadors

Sessions not to miss:

Day One

πŸ“ Leadership & Strategy Theatre

HEADLINE KEYNOTE: Thriving Under Pressure: Mental Health Strategies for Industry

Mental Health Strategist, Petra Velzeboer, shares how Industry professionals can manage their own mental well-being while supporting their teams in high-pressure environments. 

πŸ“ Institute for Manufacturing Theatre

Women in Manufacturing - Inspiring Inclusive Leadership (By application only)

Join this session from the Women in Manufacturing UK initiative to explore the vital role of inclusive leadership in attracting and retaining diverse talent, while enhancing business performance in the manufacturing sector. Hosted by a panel of academics, practitioners, and professionals, this session will focus on practical steps organisations can take to foster an inclusive workplace where women and men are valued and empowered.

Day Two

πŸ“ Leadership & Strategy Theatre

WISE (Women Into Science and Engineering)

WISE delivers women-centred Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion solutions for the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) sectors.

See the full agenda here

What's involved in becoming an Ambassador?

  • Get listed as an Ambassador on the Smart Manufacturing Week website, digital show preview & app

  • Upgrade your pass to premium visitor (only 250 upgrades available)

  • Receive a personalised Ambassador pack to share with your network and show support - here.

  • Join the networking events as an Ambassador and help inspire others

  • Gain exclusive access to The Manufacturer resource library with webinars, magazine subscription, reports, news and more

  • Receive an Ambassador enamel pin at the show


 

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