Smith to Chair LIP Advisory Group

Liverpool Innovation Park (LIP) operator, Space North West, has appointed Steve Smith as chairman of its Advisory Group, which meets on a quarterly basis to advise on development of  the Park and its role in Liverpool's growing Knowledge Economy.

Steve's experience in leading Merseyside's vibrant ICT sector, forging national and international links for its businesses, and delivering dynamic international connection forums such as Software City, brings a uniquely effective approach and considerable expertise to the Group.

In addition to his day job as ICT Industry Director at Liverpool Vision, Steve will chair the Advisory Group comprising representatives of LIP tenant businesses, Liverpool's universities, Business Link North West's Innovation team, NHS Innovation specialists TrusTech, and the Northwest Regional Development Agency.

Emily D'Ambrosio of Space North West said, "We're delighted to welcome Steve to chair a coalition of key partners, including our tenants, supporting LIP by actively engaging in its Advisory Group to create links that will deliver real value to the future growth of Liverpool's Knowledge Sector."

LIP Innovation Manager, Mark Tock said, " That LIP Advisory Group's member organisations also support complementary facilities such as MerseyBio and Liverpool Science Park demonstrates a joined up approach to growing Liverpool's Knowledge Economy. Under Steve's chairmanship, we hope to advance an increasingly collaborative agenda."

For more information about LIP's Advisory Group call Mark on 01512614665.