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Momentum, Northern Ireland’s premier economic conference, returns for its second year—bringing together business leaders, policymakers and industry experts to shape the future of the region’s economy.
Meet Your Speakers
- Dr Caoimhe Archibald, Minister for the Economy
- Andy Haldane, CEO, Royal Society of Arts
- Sebastian Burnside, Chief Economist, NatWest Group
- Nigel Walsh, Regional Director, Ulster Bank
This year’s theme, Growing a Competitive & Sustainable Economy, aligns with the Programme for Government and will explore the key pillars for driving economic prosperity including:
- Exports: Expanding market reach and seizing global opportunities
- Innovation: Harnessing new ideas, technology and talent to stay ahead
- Investment: Attracting capital and creating an environment for sustainable growth
Your panels and panellists
Reflections on the Minister’s Address
The discussion will be chaired by Stuart Anderson, Director of Public Affairs and International Relations, NI Chamber, and will reflect on the Minister’s address.
Meet your panellists:
- John Healy, Chair, Invest NI, Chair,
- Ashleen Feeney, Partner, KPMG
- Ian Snowden, Permanent Secretary, Department for the Economy
Panel #2: Innovating to Drive Competitiveness
The discussion will examine how City and Growth Deals can drive innovation for businesses in Northern Ireland, showcasing practical solutions and success stories that foster continuous innovation.
It will look at how the NI Executive can leverage these opportunities to stimulate economic growth. Speakers will highlight the role of advanced manufacturing, AI, and research partnerships in strengthening Northern Ireland’s competitive advantage.
Meet your panellists:
- Prof. Jodie Carson, Professor of Strategic Policy, Ulster University
- Prof. Helen McCarthy, Chief Scientific and Technology Advisor, NI Executive
- Sam Turner, CEO, AMIC
- Mark O’Flaherty, MD of Data and AI, BT
Panel #3: Strategic Investment for Sustainable Growth and Connectivity
This session will analyse the economic impact of water and wastewater investment, showcasing Belfast Harbour’s recent investment in driving transformative growth for tourism, hospitality and green energy sectors.
Panellists will address how planning reform and enhanced connectivity can further sustainable development while tackling urgent infrastructure challenges.
The discussion will highlight solution-oriented approaches that ensure long-term economic and environmental benefits.
Meet your panellists:
- David Fry, Head of Public Affairs, Construction Employers Federation
- Andrew Webb, Chief Economist, Grant Thornton NI
- Daniel Owens, CEO, Belfast International Airport
- Gary Connolly, Head of UK Offshore Wind Development, ESB
Panel #4: Selling to the World
This session will focus on Northern Ireland’s core competitive advantages and the need for a clear economic and trade strategy.
Speakers will discuss how we can support businesses to scale internationally, overcome trade barriers and leverage support from agencies. The focus is on practical steps that boost export success and global competitiveness of Northern Ireland.
Meet your panellists:
- Anne Beggs, Director of Trade and Investment, InvestNI
- Nick Clarke, Transaction Banking Business Lead, NatWest Bank
- Jonathan Walsh, Director, Fortior Insight
Join us, in partnership with Ulster Bank, BT, ESB and Ulster University, for this unmissable conference, packed with strategic discussions, expert insights and high-value networking, as we work towards a globally competitive and sustainable economy in Northern Ireland.
