NortHFutures Digital Health Hub industry-academic showcase
Northumbria University
About Tech Talent Live
This event led by the NortHFutures Hub aims to foster collaboration in healthcare technologies (health-tech), bringing together research and innovation in people centred approaches to humanising health-tech. During the workshop we want to hear from the audience about what your needs are and where the gaps/barriers are for collaboration so that we can build and develop opportunities for future collaborations in healthcare technologies.
The workshop will explore ways healthcare, design and tech companies can come together with academia to develop an ecosystem that engages and lead in digital health and health tech initiatives. The aim going forward is to create an inclusive environment where everyone can come together to collaborate, innovate and share insights and experiences.
There are a number of unmet health and care needs and inequalities in the region that we need to address.
“Our region has a strong history and legacy of innovation, transformation and collaboration. Many of our future aims and aspirations will be enabled with digital data and technology, allowing our region not just to do the same things better, but to do better things." — Professor Graham Evans, Executive Chief Digital and Information Officer/SIRO, at NHS NENC ICB.
The NortHFutures consortium has a shared agenda to address unmet health needs, inequalities, and digital exclusion in the North East and North Cumbria (NENC) region where there is proportionately high deprivation, child poverty, mental health challenges and a high percentage of people in the population living with multiple long-term conditions.
Representatives from the region’s universities will present specific engagement opportunities they have in the health-tech sector as part of the NortHFutures Hub. We will then host an interactive workshop to explore opportunities for collaboration with future funding calls.
NortHFutures Hub’s mission is to foster collaboration, networking, and entrepreneurial ventures within the Healthcare community across the region.
This fringe event aims to ignite innovation and facilitate pathways to commercial success for healthcare technologies within the North East and Cumbria.
We will discuss the following themes:
• Promoting Health and Nutrition for Children and Young People;
• Developing Digital Surgical Pathways;
• Supporting Mental Health and Wellbeing;
• Living and Ageing Well with Multiple Long-term Conditions.
For more information please contact Emma Batey, businessenquiry@northumbria.ac.uk
Exhibitors at Tech Talent Live
Browse some of the fantastic companies exhibiting at Tech Talent Live.
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Tech Talent Live Lightning Talks
All lightning talks were held in Committee Room 1, an easily accessible room overlooking the main careers fair hall. The talks typically lasted 10 to 15 minutes per subject.
Schedule:
15:00 – Breaking into Tech: No Technical Experience? No Problem!
Discover how people from retail, music, healthcare and more are building new tech careers through low code platforms, self-learning and support from inclusive communities. This session will share powerful real-life stories and practical advice to help you confidently take your first step into tech without a traditional background.
15:30 – Why Can’t Women Thrive in Tech?
With women facing unique challenges in tech, this session will provide actionable strategies to overcome barriers like imposter syndrome and bias. You’ll gain practical advice on building confidence, developing key skills, and expanding your network to thrive in the tech sector.
16:00 – Ever Wondered About Public Sector Tech Jobs? It’s More Exciting Than You Think!
Think public sector tech is all red tape? Think again. This fast-paced session unveils how digital roles in government shape essential services used by millions, from tax collection to digital operations across departments. Discover how you can make a real impact while enjoying benefits like flexibility, job security, and room to grow. No matter your background, this could be your most exciting move yet!
16:30 – The Secret Skills That Get You Hired (and Promoted)
While technical skills open doors, soft skills like communication, adaptability, and collaboration drive career growth. This session will highlight the key soft skills tech employers value most and provide actionable tips on how to develop and showcase them.
17:00 – Want to Innovate? Try Content Design.
Discover how content design plays a crucial role in driving innovation within the tech sector. This session will introduce you to the skills and opportunities in content design and provide clear steps to start your career.
17:30 – What if 15 minutes could shed light on why your CV gets ghosted?
In this quick lightning talk you will learn about common CV pitfalls that prevent your application from standing out and practical tips to avoid them. This session is perfect for job seekers who want to make simple and effective improvements without rewriting their entire resume.
Overview
This event led by the NortHFutures Hub aims to foster collaboration in healthcare technologies (health-tech), bringing together research and innovation in people centred approaches to humanising health-tech. During the workshop we want to hear from the audience about what your needs are and where the gaps/barriers are for collaboration so that we can build and develop opportunities for future collaborations in healthcare technologies.
The workshop will explore ways healthcare, design and tech companies can come together with academia to develop an ecosystem that engages and lead in digital health and health tech initiatives. The aim going forward is to create an inclusive environment where everyone can come together to collaborate, innovate and share insights and experiences.
There are a number of unmet health and care needs and inequalities in the region that we need to address.
“Our region has a strong history and legacy of innovation, transformation and collaboration. Many of our future aims and aspirations will be enabled with digital data and technology, allowing our region not just to do the same things better, but to do better things." — Professor Graham Evans, Executive Chief Digital and Information Officer/SIRO, at NHS NENC ICB.
The NortHFutures consortium has a shared agenda to address unmet health needs, inequalities, and digital exclusion in the North East and North Cumbria (NENC) region where there is proportionately high deprivation, child poverty, mental health challenges and a high percentage of people in the population living with multiple long-term conditions.
Representatives from the region’s universities will present specific engagement opportunities they have in the health-tech sector as part of the NortHFutures Hub. We will then host an interactive workshop to explore opportunities for collaboration with future funding calls.
NortHFutures Hub’s mission is to foster collaboration, networking, and entrepreneurial ventures within the Healthcare community across the region.
This fringe event aims to ignite innovation and facilitate pathways to commercial success for healthcare technologies within the North East and Cumbria.
We will discuss the following themes:
• Promoting Health and Nutrition for Children and Young People;
• Developing Digital Surgical Pathways;
• Supporting Mental Health and Wellbeing;
• Living and Ageing Well with Multiple Long-term Conditions.
For more information please contact Emma Batey, businessenquiry@northumbria.ac.uk
Speakers
Emma is part of the NortHFutures Hub supporting stakeholder engagement for digital health in the North East and Cumbria.
Abi's research addresses the design challenges that we face for managing selfhood and wellbeing in our everyday interactions with digital technologies and personal data.
Research interests include Benefits Realisation of Information Systems, Digital Health, Business Analytics, Information Systems Evaluation and Critical Information Systems Research.
Rebecca's research focuses on evaluating digital technologies, understanding emerging work practices, and realising digital value. This research has led to the development and implementation of improved approaches, including the creation of a Realising Digital Value Playbook.
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How to get involved
Please read the information back below, and then fill out an expression of interest form. This will let us know you’d like to take part, what age the participating children are and whether you’d like any support from us or an ‘industry mentor.’
Plan your challenge, consider your resources and the participating students. Challenges can be completed in small or large groups. but please be aware that only 8-10 students from selected schools will be able to attend the celebration event.
Submit your challenge responses via our online form below. Your school can submit up to 10 entries. The deadline for responses is Friday 9 May, 2025. Please get in touch if you are struggling to meet the deadline.
The Schools Challenge steering committee will identify a small group of students from selected schools to be invited to a celebration event on the morning of Friday 20 June at South Shields Customs House.
If selected, you will be invited to attend by 23 May. There will also be an opportunity to display students‘ work as part of a number of public
exhibitions across local authority areas.
If you have any issues, contact us via email: getinvolved@technext.co.uk
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