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Elevate Somerset - Autumn Leadership Event

Join us this autumn for the next Elevate Somerset leadership event – an exclusive, invitation-only forum bringing together some of the county’s most influential business and civic leaders.

Delivered by Somerset Chamber of Commerce, Elevate Somerset is a strategic leadership network designed to connect, influence and grow Somerset’s economy. It provides a trusted space for senior decision-makers to collaborate, share insight, and shape the future of the county through a unified business voice. 

This session will be hosted at iAero in Yeovil, placing us at the heart of one of Somerset’s key centres for defence, aerospace, advanced manufacturing and engineering, and innovation.

Guest Speakers
We are delighted to welcome:

  • Nigel Colman CB, OBE, FRAeS, Managing Director, Leonardo Helicopters UK
  • Mark Bolton, Principal and Chief Executive, Yeovil College
  • Bill Revans, Leader of Somerset Council

Our speakers will offer valuable updated and insights into leadership, skills, innovation and the opportunities shaping Somerset’s future economy.

What to Expect
As with all Elevate Somerset events, the session will follow a dynamic and engaging format, including:

  • Network with an exclusive invitation-only group of Elevate Somerset members
  • Hear strategic insights and updates on key developments across Somerset
  • Leadership discussion focused on shared priorities and opportunities
  • Opportunities to collaborate and influence the Chamber’s policy and advocacy work 

Elevate Somerset exists to bring leaders together to drive meaningful, positive change – supporting innovation, productivity and inclusive growth across the county. 

Attendance criteria

  • Open to Somerset Chamber members, those with Elevate and Charity memberships
  • One representative per organisation
  • Attendees will be senior level decision makes at director level (MD/CEO/Director) and/or non-executive representatives (Trustees, Non-Exec board director)
  • Free to attend (advance booking required)

  This is a unique opportunity to be part of a growing leadership network shaping Somerset’s future. We encourage eligible members to secure their place early.
 

Event details

Thursday 10 Sep 2026

4:00pm – 6:00pm

iAero Centre, Bunford Lane, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2EJ

No charge to attend (included in Elevate membership)

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