TECHNOLOGY. WHY THERE’S NO LONGER AN OFF SWITCHThursday April 11th 2013Museum of Science & Industry,Liverpool Road, Castlefield, Manchester. M3 4FP6pm – 9:30pm

Following the launch of the Harvey Nash Technology Survey,we are hosting a series of events, each looking at the survey’sfascinating results from the perspective of a range of sectorsand job roles.

The event will be a great way to network with yourindustry peers, as well as gain unique access to insightsand data specific to your sector.

Speakers

RSVPMichael Hall / michael.hall@harveynash.com / 0161 638 8772

The Harvey Nash Technology Survey 2013 - Technology – why there’s no longer an off switch

Richard Turner Director of Android Partnerships @ GoogleRichard has 20 years’ experience in telecoms 16 of which have been in mobile. He started his career as a Software Engineer for GEC Plessey Telecommunications and has progressed through roles in engineer-ing management, project management, business development and general management. Richard joined Google in September 2011 where he is Director of Android Partnerships in EMEA working with carriers, OEM’s, ODM’s and retailers across the region with the adoption of the Android OS and eco-system. Richard has progressed through the ranks from engineering, sales to CEO since gaining his degree in software engineering from Bournemouth University

Chris Bale COO @ Boohoo.comChris has played a key role within the Boohoo.com business as a Non exec at startup in 2007, he has been an Exec since 2009. Chris is currently Responsible for eCommerce, IT, Logistics and Customer services. Previous to his life at Boohoo.com Chris has been at the helm of IT for businesses such as NYK Logistics, City Link and Target Express.

Karl Smith Head of User Experience @ Accenture UK and Ireland With over 20 years’ experience in his field, Karl plays a key role within Accenture where he is involved in Enterprise User Experience (EUX) in EMEA, AMER and APAC, across all user and technology touch points with access to cutting edge technologies, platforms, devices including augmented reality, RFID, addressable sensors, dust etc for ERP, CRM, ECMS, SAP, web, digital, mobility (iOS, Android, Win8) and MS Embedded systems. Karl has also been honoured by the British Computer Society for his eminence and significant contribution to the fields of UCD and User Experience with a Fellowship.

Ian Cartwright Principal Consultant and Architect @ ThoughtWorksHe's been with ThoughtWorks for 10 years doing everything from writing code to helping CTOs with defining strategy. His current focus includes how GPUs and Multicore are changing software design and the organisational changes needed to compete online.