The key to Big Society? Scaling up social enterprises to deliver public services An interactive conference for anyone delivering public services or supporting social enterprises Tuesday 16 November 2010 Kings Place, London Speakers include Peter Holbrook, chief executive, Social Enterprise Coalition Nick Hurd MP, minister for Civil Society Allison Ogden-Newton, chief executive, For more information and to register visit In association with Partners
Why attend? Social enterprise sits at the heart of public sector reform. The drive to cut public spending and engage communities has opened up real opportunities to rethink the way we provide local services in a more sustainable way. This conference will give in depth analysis of policy and what Big Society will mean for you. In 2009, the Social Enterprise Summit sold out, this year we have put together a conference that will be even more interactive, informative and inspirational. This one day event includes: Keynote contributions from both sides of the coalition Panel debates on key business challenges faced by social enterprises Case studies from social enterprises successfully delivering public services Drop-in clinics with one-to-one expert advice Discussion groups to share ideas and best practice Who should attend? The conference will explore how social enterprises can deliver public services effectively and improve local communities. It is an essential forum for anyone commissioning public services and for social enterprises, from start-ups to established providers, with an interest in providing public services. The agenda is aimed at policy makers, senior managers, commissioners and service directors from: Central government Local government Health Charities Social enterprises Private sector service providers Social investors Think tanks 9.30 Registration and coffee 10.00 Opening remarks and introduction Patrick Butler, head, society, health and education, the Guardian 10.10 The market for public services how is it changing and where are the greatest opportunities for social enterprise? Ray Mills, lead partner, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP 10.30 The challenge for social enterprise Three chief executives set out the key challenges they face that inhibit social enterprises innovating in the public sector How can we foster social enterprise? Gordon Nicolson, leader, Eden district council Social enterprise playing a role in big society Jonathan Lewis, chief executive, The Social Investment Business How can established social enterprises scale up? Lord Victor Adebowale, chief executive, Turning Point 11.00 Ministerial keynote address Nick Hurd MP, minister for Civil Society 11.40 Morning coffee 2
Afternoon streamed sessions The afternoon sessions are streamed to give delegates the opportunity to choose relevant sessions they wish to attend. Choose between the two main streams or book a one-to-one clinic with an expert. The s focus on business advice for social entrepreneurs. The In practice sessions illustrate examples of enterprises already delivering services in the public sector. Funding and incentivising investment The outlook for the social investment market Getting access to funding Anthony Ross, executive director, Bridges Ventures Rod Schwartz, chief executive, ClearlySo 13.00 Lunch delivering education Mervyn Wilson, principal and chief executive, The Co-operative College The clinics The clinics are a chance for delegates to discuss specific business challenges. There are six short one-to-one meetings that delegates can book in advance. For more information see page 4. 12.20 12.40 Different models to measure social impact - how to do it and make it work for you Ceri Jones, head of policy and research, SEC Michelle Richmond, senior project manager, delivering transport and leisure Dai Powell, chief executive, Hackney Community Transport 3 14.40 Vehicles for delivery Working in partnerships and consortia to improve efficiency and outcomes Natasha Jolob, business development and partnering adviser, The Social Investment Business Michael O Toole, chief executive, 3SC Sally Reynolds, chief executive, Social Firms UK senior project manager, delivering health Lessons from right to request Bob Ricketts, director of system management and new enterprise, Department of Health Andrew Burnell, chief executive, City Health Care Partnership CIC
4 15.20 Roundtable networking discussions How can the private sector help add social value to services? 16.00 Keynote panel: The culture of social enterprise Are we fostering a culture of enterprise in the public sector that empowers service providers, users, and communities? Peter Holbrook, chief executive, Social Enterprise Coalition Allison Ogden-Newton, chief executive, Alastair Wilson, chief executive, School for Social Entrepreneurs 16.50 Closing keynote Big Society, localism and the future for social enterprise Nick Clegg MP, leader of the Liberal Democrats and deputy prime minister (invited) 17.30 Closing remarks Book now online at Clinics The are a chance for delegates to discuss specific business challenges with the experts. There are six time slots for each clinic and ten topics to choose from. If you would like to attend a clinic please email socialenterprise@medivents.co.uk and we will send you a booking form. Sessions must be booked in advance and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Clinic start times: 12.20 12.40 14.40 Health new models for GP Commissioning Hosted by Turning Point Delivering health and social care services through social enterprise Hosted by Department of Health Compliance demystifying the process and qualifying as a social enterprise Hosted by Turning Point Legal structures - different forms of social enterprise Corporate engagement and working with the private sector Corporate engagement and working with the private sector Hosted by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Different forms of social enterprise - legal structures Investment readiness and funding Hosted by Bridges Ventures Loans, grants and business support in your business model Hosted by The Social Investment Business Measuring social impact Hosted by School for Social Entrepreneurs Marketing and market research Hosted by Working in consortia and delivering services collaboratively Hosted by 3SC
Booking details Private sector organisations: 495 + VAT ( 581.63 inc) Government departments and agencies, local authorities: 350 + VAT ( 411.25 inc) Social enterprises, voluntary sector, not-for-profit, charities: 250 + VAT ( 293.75 inc) Partners and supporters In association with Book your place online at: If you have any general or booking enquiries please contact: The Guardian Conference Team, Barn C, Dixies Barns, High Street, Ashwell, Hertfordshire SG7 5NT Tel 01462 744054 Fax 01462 744055 Email: socialenterprise@medivents.co.uk The SEC is the UK s national body for social enterprise. As the voice for the sector, the coalition provides a platform for showcasing the benefits of social enterprise while supporting and representing the work of its varied members, influencing national policy and promoting best practice. Partners The Department of Health s Social Enterprise Unit actively supports the creation and development of social enterprises involved in the delivery of health and social care. There are more than 6,000 social enterprises estimated to be delivering health and social care services across England, providing more choice for users, value for money and greater service innovation and quality. The Social Investment Business, the fastest growing social investor in the UK, exists to help the third sector do more of what it does best supporting people and communities most in need. We help third sector organisations prosper by providing innovative financial solutions, business support and long term strategic thinking. 5 The current financial and political climate requires fresh thinking for the delivery of public services. A new wave of social enterprises can thrive in this market. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP provides advice on innovative approaches to social investment, raising finance, reporting and commissioning for social outcomes, and developing cross-sector partnerships between organisations. We also provide assurance, tax, financial advice and consulting services. Turning Point is the UK s leading social care organisation. We provide services for people with complex needs, including those affected by drug and alcohol misuse, mental health problems, unemployment and those with a learning disability. We turn lives around every day, by placing the individual at the heart of what we do. Inspired by those we work with, together we help people build a better life.