15 April 2008

SPEAKER FOR GWYNEDD BUSINESS WEEK GALA DINNER ANNOUNCED

E Mervyn Davies CBE has been announced as guest speaker forthe gala dinner to be held on Thursday evening May 15^th as part of Gwynedd Business Week, which runs from May 12^th to 16^th this year.  The gala event is being sponsored by HSBC.

Born in Bangor in 1952, Welsh speaker Mr Davies is Chairman of international bank Standard Chartered PLC and was appointed Chair of Bangor University’s Council in December 2007.  He received the CBE for his services to the financial sector and the community in Hong Kong in June 2002.

John Lloyd of Gwynedd Business Network, who will joint-host the event with sponsors HSBC, said,

“It’s a privilege to have such a high-profile speaker take part in Gwynedd Business Week.  Mr Davies’ prolific experience in international finance, together with his commitment to various charities such as Breakthough Breast Cancer and the Sir Kyffin Williams Trust and his love of all things Welsh make him the ideal choice for this event.”

Gwynedd Council’s Head of Economy and Regeneration Sioned E Williams added:

“Since Gwynedd Business Week was established three years ago by Gwynedd Council, the event has gone from strength to strength. 

“As a Council we are delighted to be able to continue to work with the Gwynedd Business Network and our other partners to promote and celebrate the growing success of Gwynedd-based business. The gala dinner promises to be one of the highlights of the local business calendar.”

The gala dinner will take place at Bangor University’s new Management Centre, and will include a locally sourced four course dinner and entertainment from Dr Jazz.  During the dinner, Gwynedd Business Network will also present a trophy to the winner of their Special Contribution Award for 2008.  Tickets are £45+VAT each or £415+VAT per table of 10 and available by phoning Gwen Siôn on 01286 685 254.

This year’s Business Week takes place between May 12th and 16th and will include a varied programme of events, including training and marketing seminars, a business breakfast and an event for young people. 

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