MAX. NO.OF STANDS LOCATION PARTICIPATION FEE DATE VAT. Sponsored Medellín - Participation fee. delegate = fully. funded (see British Embassy

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1 . CREATING MAX. NO.OF STANDS LOCATION PARTICIPATION FEE DATE Medellín - Participation fee only 1, per OPPORTUNITY 19 August, - 20 August, Open (nonsponsorship) delegate, plus 19 August, - 20 August, Sponsored Medellín - Participation fee 3 delegate = fully funded (see British Embassy WORLDWIDE sponsorship section) 19 August, - 20 August, Medellín - Participation fee + 1, plus 15 Exhibitor stand TECNNOVA BUSINESS ROUNDTABLES / RESEARCH GROUPS & BUILDING PARTNERSHIPS ROADSHOW COLOMBIA - AUGUST To facilitate partnership building opportunities between UK and Colombian institutions and strengthen understanding of Colombia s market in research and innovation. British Council Colombia Carrera 9 No , piso 5 Bogotá T +57 (1) F +57 (1) DOCUMENT TITLE 1

2 DATE LOCATION PARTICIPATION FEE 19 August, - 20 August, Medellín - Participation fee only (nonsponsorship) 1, per delegate, plus MAX. NO.OF STANDS Open 19 August, - 20 August, Medellín - Participation fee + Exhibitor stand 1, plus 15 PARTICIPATION FEE INCLUDES: Accommodation for 3 nights in Medellín Hotel name tbc, breakfast will be included Airport transfers in Medellín Welcome reception and dinner Lunch and Dinner on Tuesday and Wednesday 19, 20 August. Access to a scheduling solution to arrange meetings Workshop and surgery sessions arranged before the event Seminar programme City Tour Advertising, free press and event media coverage Translation/Interpreters Participation fee does not include: International travel Subsistence Freight Medical/travel insurance EXHIBITOR STAND Institutional stand: Stands of 2x2 will be available upon request. The cost is an additional 550 per institution, plus to the non-sponsorship participation fee (please add this to your application if required). DRAFT PROGRAMME DATE ACTIVITY 18 August, Arrivals in Medellín 19 August, Business roundtables, seminars and surgeries 20 August, Business roundtables, seminars and surgeries 21 August, Departures

3 BACKGROUND In order to facilitate partnership building opportunities between UK and Colombian institutions and strengthen understanding of Colombia s market in research and innovation, the British Council Colombia and the British Embassy in liaison with Tecnnova and University of Antioquia are now opening recruitment for the Research Groups and Building Partnerships Roadshow around TECNNOVA s Innovation and Business Roundtables : Connecting challenges, opportunities and solution. The event will bring together researches, senior stakeholders and international officers from universities, private companies and government agencies in Plaza Mayor, the main convention centre of Medellin. Participation is limited to targeted audiences from universities, public and private organizations and is only open to high level stakeholders and buyers of applied research from Colombia. This event aims to connect challenges, opportunities and solutions effectively, by linking researcher groups, higher education institutions and key organizations from the private and public sectors. It becomes an ideal setting for interaction between companies, universities and the government to build together solutions and create strong relationships. The success and reputation of this event is based on their unique target groups. The roundtable with social gatherings and one-to-one appointments will give participating institutions the opportunity to get to know each other and develop long-lasting productive partnerships. WHO SHOULD ATTEND Researchers and International Officers from different university groups, which offer their knowledge and developments to entrepreneurs and spin offs. Leading Research & Design companies, seeking solutions to their challenges and needs, as well as new alternatives to innovate. Employers convinced of the importance of networking, who want to connect with universities. Representatives of various institutions of the National Science, Technology and Innovation sectors. Local and regional government s leaders and public institutions that encourage Science, Technology and Innovation. WHAT TO EXPECT Over 200 research groups from 30 institutions Presence of representatives of the national, regional and local Government Presence of the main actors of the science, technology and innovation fields 350 local and 90 national companies Wide local and national media coverage Presence of international guests, researchers and entrepreneurs

4 THE EVENT WILL ALLOW ALL PARTICIPANTS TO: Gain a wide and refined segmented knowledge about research and innovation in the Colombian Market. Participate in discussions related to technology trends for businesses, intellectual property, technology monitoring, competitive intelligence, technology transfer, project management and innovation management. Make connections with key stakeholders Discover the most successful approaches and receive guidance on achieving resources Present case studies and best practices of applied research during schedule seminars to key stakeholders Showcase research track record with Colombia in order to raise institutional profile, find sponsors or build new partnerships with stakeholders TARGET MARKETS Researcher groups Universities Private companies Public organizations National, regional and local Government SUBJECT AREAS 1. Energy and mining 2. Science 3. Information and communications technology (ICT) 4. Environmental Science and clean technologies 5. Business Management, productivity and competitiveness 6. Nutrition and Agro industry 7. Culture and Society HOW TO APPLY The deadline for applications is - 20 June To apply, please send an with the below information to Fiorella Cruzalegui (Fiorella.Cruzalegui@britishcouncil.org.co) by no later than Friday 20 June 1. Name, Job Title 2. Institution You will receive confirmation by once your application has been received. If you wish to stand share with other institutions, this must be clearly stated on all participants' application forms in the relevant section. If you have any queries about this event, please contact: Fiorella.Cruzalegui@britishcouncil.org.co

5 ABOUT MEDELLIN Medellín is Colombia s second largest city. It is pleasant and modern, with an average temperature of 24 o C. It was named The Most Innovative City in the World by the Wall Street Journal and Urban Land Institute in Medellín also hosted the UN HABITAT World Urban Forum in April. The city is home to some of Colombia s largest companies (including multinationals) and top universities. There are direct flights to Medellin from Madrid and Miami, with access via Bogotá through the new direct flight from London, beginning in July. Bogotá can also be reached through Paris, Frankfurt and several US cities. PARTNERS Universidad EAFIT Universidad de Antioquia Escuela de Ingeniería en Antioquia UPB Universidad de Medellin Universidad de los Andes Universidad del Atlántico Universidad del Norte Universidad Nacional de Colombia Universidad CES ITM Institución Universitaria Corporación Universitaria Lasallista Centro de Innovación y negocios Ruta Medellín Universidad empresa estado Gobernación de Antioquia ANDI FIRMS WHICH TECNNOVA HAS WORKED WITH More information here CANCELLATION POLICY Cancellation fees will be charged for withdrawal from this event, as of the date of receipt of notice of withdrawal: At 50 per cent of the full exhibition cost for withdrawals received on or after 17 June At 100 per cent of the full exhibition cost for withdrawals received on or after 24 June Notice of withdrawal must be supplied in writing, via to EducationUK.Events@britishcouncil.org

6 CONTACT INFORMATION For further information regarding this event, please send an to British Council 2012 The British Council is the United Kingdom's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities.