Clearview National September 2019 - Issue 214 | Page 26

PROUD SPONSOR OF INDUSTRY NEWS INDUSTRYNEWS GGF all set for 2019 Glazing Summit With the Glazing Summit almost here, headline sponsor the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) is getting set for what the Federation has called an “important and unique industry event.” » » THE GLAZING SUMMIT TAKES place on Thursday, September 12 at Edgbaston Stadium and Conference Centre, Birmingham and organisers Insight Data and Purplex Marketing are putting the finishing touches to the one-day conference. Hundreds of business leaders, from the industry’s most influential companies will come together for a day of discussion and debate on the biggest challenges currently facing the sector. As headline sponsor, the GGF will open proceedings, emphasising the importance of the Glazing Summit and touch on the key work it is undertaking on behalf of and for the benefit of its members. It’s the agenda, however, that the GGF is looking forward to the most, and it will be taking part in some of the panel discussions alongside its commercial companies, BFRC and FENSA, who are also partnering with the Glazing Summit. Steve Rice, GGF Managing Director, commented: “The Glazing Summit agenda promises to tackle the major topics that we face as an industry and we are looking forward to hearing the presentations from expert speakers and playing a part in the panel discussions. “We are particularly looking forward to the panel discussion on legislation and regulation changes, which addresses the potential changes to fire safety, energy efficiency, skills/training and consumer protection. “As the GGF has been proactive on relaying information on Brexit with or without a deal, the presentation on ‘Navigating the Brexit Crisis,’ should be interesting as it will highlight economic views from different sectors within the industry. That should be a ‘must-watch’ for everyone attending.” 26 » SE P 2019 » CL EARVI E W- UK . C O M THE AGENDA 9:45am – Keynote: 2019 Insight Data ‘Window Industry Report’ Insight Data reveals the facts and figures that paint a surprising picture of the industry and point to the opportunities for growth that many have overlooked. 10am – Sustainability, recycling and an ocean of plastic Leading experts discuss the role manufacturers and installers must play as we move towards more energy efficient, sustainable homes and environmentally friendly products. 10:40am – Repercussions of Grenfell As new regulations come into force, what does it mean for fabricators, installers and the glass industry? 11:45am – Keynote: Navigating the Brexit crisis With Brexit looming and the government warning companies to brace themselves, we consider the implications for the fenestration industry. Midday – Leaders Debate: Skills, Pricing and Rogue Traders… A panel of industry leaders discuss how we tackle the skills shortage; how we reverse the ‘race to the bottom’ on price; and how we tackle Rogue Traders. Glazing Summit founder Andrew Scott has seen the event gather momentum since the agenda was announced. “The pace has really picked up since we released our agenda and it is, quite rightly, proving a big draw,” said Andrew. “This year we have focused on delivering relevant and useful content for all attendees so it’s a must-attend event for all fabricators, installers and suppliers passionate about the sector and its future.” Steve Rice added: “The Glazing Summit is such an important and unique event for our industry as it brings together all parts of the glass and glazing supply chain, attracting almost everyone who is anyone in the sector. “It’s why the GGF is delighted to be headline sponsor and we look forward to September the 12th.” There are just a few tickets left for the Glazing Summit, so to make sure you don’t miss out call 01934 808293, email [email protected] or visit https://www.glazingsummit.co.uk/ 12:40pm – Building a world-class business Adrian Webster, one of Britain’s leading speakers on business, shares his secrets to ‘scale up’ your business and profits. 2pm – Keynote: Marketing and Lead Generation: Lifeblood of the industry Purplex Marketing reveal the marketing and lead generation secrets that the most successful companies are using to buck the trends and drive growth and profitability – despite increased competition. 2.20pm – Is it time to get out, or scale-up? A panel of finance, M&A and glazing industry experts reveal how companies – from local installers to major suppliers – can sell their business for maximum value or use acquisitions as a way of achieving significant growth and economies of scale. 3pm – Future Gazing: Tomorrow’s World Industry leaders debate the future of the glass and glazing market, including what the industry will look like in three years’ time, the smart technology impact and how the industry must evolve to meet the challenges.