Speakers
Josh McBain
Global foresight expert
Josh is a leading global foresight expert. With extensive experience of delivering transformative foresight programmes, Josh has a proven record of delivering futures research and analysis that have been widely covered in global media, made a tangible impact on client business performance and used to influence government policy.
With a specific focus on holistic foresight models, Josh specialises in forecasting and connecting future shifts across geo-political, economic, technological, environmental and consumer change.
Josh has presented regularly at horticultural industry events over the past decade, including for the HTA, GIMA, AIPH and at the UK Pavilion for the International Horticultural Expo 2020 in China. He also led the research for the Environmental Horticulture Group’s ‘Growing a Green Economy’ report in 2021, which demonstrated the future value the industry could have in driving UK economic growth.
Jeremy Vine
After Dinner Speaker
Known for his sharp interviewing skills and engaging presentation style, Jeremy Vine will share his perspectives with industry professionals gathered for a day of expert discussions, strategic insights, and valuable networking. The conference will cover key topics including the political landscape, consumer behaviour, and market dynamics.
Jeremy’s journalism career began with hard-hitting reporting, including an award-winning exposé of police brutality in South Africa, which led to the suspension of 24 officers. His versatility has seen him front Panorama, guest host The One Show, and voice public opinions on Points of View. A Sony Award winner for Speech Broadcaster of the Year, Jeremy combines sharp analysis with a touch of humour — qualities that promise to make his keynote address a memorable highlight of the conference.
Jeremy Vine established his reputation as a smooth-talking but tough presenter on Newsnight. He now presents the lunchtime show on Radio 2, and his own chat and magazine show on Channel 5.
