PraxisUnico Annual Conference 2012: Impact through innovation
Registration is now open for this year’s PraxisUnico conference which is being held on 14-15 June at the Grand Harbour Hotel, Southampton.
For the second year running we will be holding our conference back to back with the annual conference of ARMA, the UK’s professional association for research managers and administrators, which will take place in the same venue on 12-13 June.
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Programme
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This year’s conference theme will focus on impact through innovation – a shared aim for everyone involved in demonstrating social, economic or cultural impact outside academia. The plenary sessions, parallel workshops and networking opportunities will provide both an update and plenty of food for thought. The programme will include a choice of eight parallel sessions which have been structured into themes to appeal to all levels of a research commercialisation workforce – from new employees to senior directors. The tracks will be: Essential Skills, Professional Development, External Relations, Marketing and Networking.
Confirmed Speakers
An inspirational line up of plenary speakers is already confirmed for the conference. More details to be announced soon!
Conference Venue
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The conference is being held at the Grand Harbour Hotel in Southampton. This iconic nautical themed modern hotel with its towering glass atrium is in a perfect location with magnificent views over the Southampton waterfront. Extend your stay, perhaps over the weekend, to visit some great local attractions, from The New Forest or Maritime Museum to Marwell Zoo and the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (the venue for this year’s gala dinner and The Impact Awards ceremony). Hotel residents can use the gym which is equipped with state of the art cardiovascular and resistance equipment. Alternatively you might like to indulge in some pampering in the hotel’s spa or relax in the Jacuzzi, sauna and swimming pool. If you need to stay in touch with the office while you are away, complimentary access to Wi-Fi is available in all public areas.
Whether you are travelling by road, rail or plane, Grand Harbour is easy to find. Southampton Rail Station is a five minute taxi journey and Southampton Airport is 20 minutes away. By road, take the M3 South and leave at Junction 13 to the M27. Exit at Junction 3 to the M271 and follow the signs to Southampton waterfront (Sat Nav Coordinates: Latitude: 50.8998, Longitude: -1.4077). Complimentary car parking is available at the hotel on a first come, first served basis. Alternative car parking is available nearby.
Accommodation
A limited number of rooms will be held at the Grand Harbour at the discounted rate of £110 for bed and breakfast. Delegates should book accommodation direct with the hotel. Any unsold bedrooms will be released on 1 May. After this date delegates will be responsible for finding their own alternative accommodation. Further details about how to book a room at the discounted rate can be found on the registration form and will be emailed to delegates upon receipt of a booking form.
The Impact Awards '12
We are pleased to announce that we will be running The Impact Awards ceremony at the conference gala dinner on 14 June at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. In its fourth year, The Impact Awards is a scheme organised by PraxisUnico to recognise and celebrate the success of knowledge transfer. Further details to be announced shortly!
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is home to three of the most important ships ever built. Henry VIII's favourite warship Mary Rose, Nelson's flagship HMS Victory and the pride of Queen Victoria's Navy, HMS Warrior 1860.
Conference Fees
Prices are held for the third year running. Delegates from member organisations should register before midnight on 31 March to claim an early bird discount*. If you are not a member and would like your organisation to join PraxisUnico, please see the website for further information.
Fees before 1 April 2012: members - £495 / non-members - £745
Fees from (and including) 1 April 2012: members - £545 / non-members - £745
* 2012 membership subscriptions must be fully paid in order to claim the discounted rate
Conference fee includes: attendance at the networking event, conference and parallel sessions, attendance at the gala dinner and The Impact Awards and refreshments and catering during both days.
20% Discount on Group Bookings
Make a 20% saving by registering five or more delegates from your organisation. Register four people to attend the full conference and send a fifth person free of charge! (NB: all group bookings must be registered by midnight on 31 March).
If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact the PraxisUnico office.
Tel +44 (0)1223 659954
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PraxisUnico Annual Conference 2012
This year’s PraxisUnico Conference will be taking place in Southampton on 14-15 June...
