Hear Bold Ideas on Data and Innovation at the Next Lightning Bolt Talks Evening
As the proud sponsor of Energy UK’s Lightning Bolt Talks for the fourth consecutive year, Engage Consulting is delighted to invite you to the next event in the 2026 series. Having provided independent specialist advisory and project management services in the energy sector since 2000, we are committed to supporting the industry conversations that drive innovation and the energy transition. Taking place on Tuesday, 21 July from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at The Happenstance, Paternoster Square, London EC4M 7DX, the evening promises another round of sharp, thought-provoking talks from across the energy sector.
Why Attend?
The challenges the energy sector faces demand fresh thinking and new ways of unlocking the power of information. The Lightning Bolt Talks bring together people from the worlds of energy, policy and beyond to share exciting and innovative ways of using data to support consumers and drive the energy transition.
The popular time-limited format keeps every talk fast-paced and focused, offering a breadth of perspectives in a single evening. Whether you work in energy, policy, data or innovation, it is an ideal opportunity to hear practical ideas and connect with industry peers in an informal setting.
Confirmed Speakers
We are pleased to confirm an excellent line-up of speakers for the July event:
- Mohamed Gaafar, Co-Founder & CEO, Gryd Energy
- Robert Long, Head of Portable Power, Zenobe
- Atzin Madrid, Senior Networks and Innovation Consultant, Electralink
- Stefan Van Der Berg, Head of Solutions Architecture for UK Energy & Utilities, Amazon Web Solutions
- Chris Wood, Smart Data Repository Design Lead, Elexon
From cloud solutions architecture and data consultancy to smart data repository design and networks innovation, this line-up reflects the central role that data now plays in shaping the future of energy in the UK.
Register for Your Free Place
Spaces at Lightning Bolt Talks events are limited and demand is always high, so early registration is strongly encouraged. Don’t miss out – secure your free place today.
As with previous events, the talks will be followed by the opportunity to network with fellow industry professionals. We look forward to seeing you there!
Getting there: The Happenstance is located at 10 Paternoster Square, next to St Paul’s Cathedral. The nearest tube station is St Paul’s.
