Lincolnshire Tech Week to showcase innovative technology in business

Lincolnshire Tech Week will take place from May 15 to 21 allowing businesses to be inspired by the best innovative technology from across the county.

Lincolnshire Tech Week, Lincolnshire Digital Conference and the Lincolnshire Digital and Tech awards are organised by Lincolnshire Business in partnership with Business Lincolnshire.

From networking opportunities, seminars and workshops to competitions and awards, here’s what’s happening over the week:

Tech Meat-Up – Monday, May 15

Marco Pierre White Steakhouse in Doubletree by Hilton, Lincoln

This event is aimed at tech enthusiasts and professionals to share thoughts and ideas in a relaxed social setting over a three-course meal and drinks at the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse in Doubletree by Hilton Lincoln.

For more information visit the website.

OI Digital Lincoln – Tuesday, May 16

The Boole Technology Centre at Lincoln Science and Innovation Park. Photo: Steve Smailes for Lincolnshire Business

Boole Technology Centre, Poplar Avenue, Lincoln Science and Innovation Park, Lincoln

UX expert Robert Whiting will talk about design systems, including aspects such as style guides and pattern libraries, which all aid in the production of a consistent, usable interface. They help speed up, standardise and streamline development, and yet are often ignored and therefore unused.

Rob is currently working as head of user experience for The Spencer Group. Prior to this, he has helped design better experiences for Eurostar, BBC, The Royal Mail Group and ebuyer.

For more information visit the website.

Digital Marketing for Dummies – Tuesday, May 16

Photo: Steve Smailes for Lincolnshire Business

Eventus Centre, Sunderland Road, Northfields Industrial Estate, Market Deeping

Hosted by Business Lincolnshire, this taster workshop will provide a solid foundation in content marketing and SEO with references to social media and tools, which can be used to prepare for the fast-paced world of digital marketing.

The workshop will focus on:

• Optimising website and social media
• Producing strong digital copy
• Creating a strong user experience

For more information visit the website.

Lincolnshire Tech Expo – Wednesday, May 17

Lincolnshire Business Expo held at the Lincolnshire Showground in January 2017. Photo: Steve Smailes for Lincolnshire Business

The Epic Centre, Lincolnshire Showground

Organised by Lincolnshire Business, who also hosted the Lincolnshire Business Expo in January, the Tech Expo will bring businesses and brands together to help them better understand and engage with technology and stay at the forefront of their industry.

The day, which starts at 8.30am and finishes at 3pm will showcase a range of exhibitors with their latest innovative and emerging tech platforms as well as provide insights on how best to engage with clients.

It will be held in conjunction with the Lincolnshire Digital Conference.

For more information visit the website.

Lincolnshire Digital Conference – Wednesday, May 17

Photo: Steve Smailes for Lincolnshire Business

The Epic Centre, Lincolnshire Showground

Seminars and workshops will be held throughout the day involving a wide range of speakers from across the UK, who want to inspire and share their ideas on how to utilise digital and tech in business.

Each session or workshop will focus on practical tips for attendees to take away, equipping them with the skills and understanding to address how business can be improved with tech.

For more information visit the website.

Lincolnshire Digital and Tech Awards – Thursday, May 18

Lincolnshire Digital Award winners 2016. Photo: Steve Smailes for Lincolnshire Business

The Epic Centre, Lincolnshire Showground

Originating from the Lincolnshire Digital Awards, the event has been revitalised and expanded to recognise Lincolnshire’s most innovative and creative digital technology companies.

The event has announced 12 categories for 2017 for businesses from across the county to enter.

Nominations for the awards will close on April 19.

The awards ceremony itself provides the perfect platform for individuals and businesses alike to showcase their digital and tech achievements, as well as network with CEO’s, entrepreneurs and other key individuals from the tech and digital sectors.

For more information visit the website.

Lincoln 24hr Hack – May 20 – 21

The Lincoln Hack 2016.

Boole Technology Centre, Poplar Avenue, Lincoln Science and Innovation Park, Lincoln

This 24-hour coding competition will allow teams of up to four people to compete for some fantastic prizes by starting with an idea and building it into something.

Hardware hacks, software hacks, API mashups, funny things, arty things, noisy things. Whatever you decide to create, you’ve got 24 hours to do it.

For more information visit the website.