If Milton Keynes is to fulfi l its role as a powerhouse economy within the arc, what kinds of partnerships do you think will be most crucial over the next fi ve to ten years? Strategic partnerships across a wide range of sectors are essential to drive innovation and skills development. Cross-sector alliances will help us tackle climate goals and ensure inclusive economic participation. Ultimately, it’s about building a connected ecosystem that supports long-term prosperity.
We’re seeing transformative developments like East West Rail, Luton Airport’s expansion, and the proposed Universal Studios resort. How important is regional collaboration to ensuring Milton Keynes benefi ts fully from these opportunities? Regional collaboration ensures that Milton Keynes is not just a bystander but a key player in shaping and benefi ting from these major developments. By working with neigh- bouring authorities, we can align infrastructure, housing and skills strategies. T is joined-up approach maximises regional economic benefi ts and enhances connectivity for our residents and businesses. It’s a chance to strengthen our role as a regional gateway and economic driver.
The recent Milton Keynes Tech Week showed just how much can be achieved when organisations work together. Within the technology and innovation sectors, how can partnership working be captured and enhanced to increase investment, jobs and the skills base within the city? Tech Week highlighted the incredible potential of Milton Keynes as a centre for digital innovation and smart city solutions. To build on this, we need to foster deeper collaboration between academia, industry and the public sector. Creating shared innovation spaces, supporting start-ups and aligning education with industry needs will be crucial. T ese partnerships can attract investment, create high-value jobs and futureproof our local economy.
Entries for MKBAA 2026 are now offi cially open. T ere
are 16 award categories available and, in addition, the prestigious Business of the Year Award will once again be selected by the independent panel of judges, recognising the standout organisation that has demonstrated excep- tional performance across multiple areas. Any organisation can enter up to two categories if they have an MK postcode.
Scan the QR code to enter online or visit
www.mkbaa.co.uk To fi nd out more about sponsorship opportunities for MKBAA 2026, email
sponsorship@mkbaa.co.uk or visit the website, Follow @MK_BAA on X and Instagram, and join the discussion on LinkedIn.
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