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Tuesday 7 July 2026, 8:00 - 12:00

Leeds Marriott Hotel, 4 Trevelyan Square, Boar Ln, Leeds, LS1 6ET

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West Yorkshire Development Update 2026

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Healthtech, mass transit, and significant regeneration – there’s a lot to discuss when it comes to West Yorkshire, and this event will do just that. Join us as we hear from Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, and the private sector, to get under the skin of development and construction in the region.

Speakers confirmed include

Henri Murison, Northern Powerhouse Partnership, p Northern Powerhouse Partnership

Henri Murison

chief executive, Northern Powerhouse Partnership

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Henri Murison

chief executive, Northern Powerhouse Partnership

Since his appointment in 2017 Murison has established the Northern Powerhouse Partnership as the business led organisation which convenes the North together. From making the case for significant investment in key transport priorities and further devolution deals for the North, to challenging for a better deal for the most disadvantaged from the education system, his team are focused on how government, business and partners can drive the North’s ambitions. Before joining the Partnership, he worked in senior research and policy roles in policing and financial services and as a former senior local government figure in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Henri Murison, Northern Powerhouse Partnership, p Northern Powerhouse Partnership
Clare Elliott, Wakefield Metropolitan District Council

Clare Elliott

service director for economic growth & skills, Wakefield Council

Lee Arnell, Leeds City Council, p Leeds City Council

Lee Arnell

head of place & regeneration programmes, Leeds City Council

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Lee Arnell

head of place & regeneration programmes, Leeds City Council

Arnell is accountable for driving the delivery of Leeds’ flagship place programmes through strategic partnerships, to achieve housing, economic and cultural growth at priority locations and has over 18 years experience in delivering major regeneration initiatives. Arnell leads the Council’s work on major regeneration and growth projects, including Elland Road, the Innovation Arc, major transport hubs, heritage schemes, and the Heart of Holbeck. He also oversees city centre regeneration through the Leeds Transformational Regeneration programme, including plans for a potential New Town, housing and affordable housing delivery, and collaboration with the Royal Armouries on expanding conference and exhibition facilities.
Lee Arnell, Leeds City Council, p Leeds City Council
Mark Jackson, Scarborough Group p Scarborough (800 x 600)

Mark Jackson

consultant, Scarborough Group

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Mark Jackson

consultant, Scarborough Group

In 2002 Jackson joined Epsom-based national housebuilder Gladedale Group, becoming a director of a number of its subsidiaries, and ultimately managing director of its mixed-use division. Jackson rejoined Scarborough in 2010 as managing director of SDG, a new vehicle to relaunch the Group’s UK development activity. Jackson operates his own consultancy, Spring Real Estate Partners, and as of 2026 is establishing with Scarborough a new division to deliver best-in-class science and innovation led environments.
Mark Jackson, Scarborough Group p Scarborough (800 x 600)
David Khalastchi, Khalbros, p Social PR

David Khalastchi

managing director, Khalbros

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David Khalastchi

managing director, Khalbros

Khalastchi is founder and managing partner of Khalbros Group, a Leeds‑based real estate investor focused on acquiring, developing, and managing mixed‑use assets across the UK. Under his leadership, Khalbros operates a vertically integrated model spanning investment, development, and asset management, enabling it to identify and scale opportunities across market cycles. Committed to sustainable value creation, he has positioned Khalbros as a disciplined, forward‑thinking investor delivering strong returns while contributing to communities and local economies. Khalastchi is currently leading the £1bn Eastgate regeneration in Leeds, transforming an 8.5‑acre city centre site into a major mixed‑use scheme including residential, PBSA, commercial, retail, public realm, and heritage elements. Khalbros also has a strong Yorkshire presence, with investments in Leeds, Sheffield, and Harrogate, alongside a wider UK portfolio including Glasgow, London, and Colchester.
David Khalastchi, Khalbros, p Social PR
Adam Brannen1

Adam Brannen

assistant director regeneration & economy, Bradford Council

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Adam Brannen

assistant director regeneration & economy, Bradford Council

Brannen is a respected regeneration and place leader with over 25 years of public sector experience, much of it in West Yorkshire. For 12 years he was head of regeneration for Leeds City Council before moving to Bradford Council as assistant director for regeneration & economy in January 2026. He has delivered major extensions, affordable housing programmes, largescale infrastructure projects, and innovative financing tools. Known for systems thinking across housing, transport, health, economy and placemaking, he builds strong networks with investors, developers, and community stakeholders, fostering inclusive, people-first regeneration that drives sustainable economic prosperity.
Adam Brannen1
Nikki Davis Environmental Portrait August 09, 2022 (c) Carolyn Mendelsohn 2022-31

Nikki Davis

principal & chief executive officer, Leeds College of Building

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Nikki Davis

principal & chief executive officer, Leeds College of Building

Nikki Davis is the principal & chief executive officer of Leeds College of Building, the largest provider of construction and the built environment programmes in England, with provision from entry level through to degree apprenticeships. Davis is a CITB trustee, and more recently was asked to represent further education on the Construction Skills Mission Board, co-chaired by Mark Reynolds of Mace, and government.
Nikki Davis Environmental Portrait August 09, 2022 (c) Carolyn Mendelsohn 2022-31
Callum Whittaker, WYCA, p WYCA

Callum Whittaker

inclusive economy lead, West Yorkshire Combined Authority

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Callum Whittaker

inclusive economy lead, West Yorkshire Combined Authority

Callum Whittaker, inclusive economy lead at the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, where he works at the intersection of economic growth, social impact, and regional development. His work focuses on ensuring major investment in sectors such as health-tech, finance, and infrastructure creates inclusive opportunities, good jobs, and long-term prosperity across West Yorkshire. Whittaker brings experience in building cross-sector partnerships and shaping strategies that connect innovation and growth with better outcomes for communities and businesses alike.
Callum Whittaker, WYCA, p WYCA
Simon Dew – Muse 600×800

Simon Dew

managing director for Yorkshire & North East, Muse

Companies that attended this event in 2025

Aberfield, Adderstone Living, Adey Steel Group, AECOM, Andrew Moseley Associates, Ardent Management, Arup, Avison Young, Bellingham IT, Booth King Partnership, Buttress, Caddick, Carey Jones Chapman Tolcher, Carter Jonas, Cartwright Pickard, Casey, Caval, CBRE, Civic Engineers, Cleaner Group, Commercial Estates Group, Corstorphine & Wright, Cundall, Cunniff Design, Curtins, Dalbergia, DAY Architectural, DLA Architecture, DPP Planning, DWF, Ebsford Environmental, Firth Steels, Five Rise Contractors, Futureserv, Gillespies, Gleeds, Glenbrook, Grayling, Green Piling, Greengage Environmental, Harworth, Hatch, Hilson Moran, Hoare Lea, Identity Consult, JLL, JPG Group, Land & Infrastructure Services, Lanpro, Leeds City Council, Lloyds Banking Group, Lovell, McLaren Construction and many more. 

Agenda

8:00 am

Arrival, networking & breakfast

9:00 am

Welcome from Chair Adam Branson, contributing editor, Place Yorkshire

9:05 am

Presentation: Clare Elliott, service director for economic growth & skills, Wakefield Council

9:20 am

Presentation: Adam Brannen, assistant director regeneration & economy, City of Bradford Council

9:35 am

Presentation: Lee Arnell, head of regeneration programmes, Leeds City Council

9:50 am

Panel Discussion: City centre regeneration – What does it take, what don’t we need, and how do you measure success?

Clare Elliott, service director for economic growth & skills, Wakefield Council

Adam Brannen, assistant director regeneration & economy, City of Bradford Council

Lee Arnell, head of regeneration programmes, Leeds City Council

David Khalastchi, managing director, Khalbros

Simon Dew, managing director for Yorkshire & North East, Muse

10:35 am

Break: Networking, refreshments

11:00 am

Presentation: Building West Yorkshire’s future economy

Callum Whittaker, inclusive economy lead, West Yorkshire Combined Authority

11:15 am

Panel Discussion: Building West Yorkshire’s future economy – Connecting health-tech, finance, and infrastructure

Callum Whittaker, inclusive economy lead, West Yorkshire Combined Authority

Henri Murison, chief executive, Northern Powerhouse Partnership

Mark Jackson, consultant, Scarborough Group

Nikki Davis, principal & chief executive officer, Leeds College of Building

12:00 pm

Closing remarks, lunch and further networking

Tickets cost £90+VAT. Local authorities and registered providers can purchase tickets at a 50% discount.

There will be a mix of presentations and panels. Breakfast and lunch are included, providing plenty of opportunity for business development.

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