Kicking Off the Summit: Your Hosts and Keynote Speakers

Hosts Helen McIntosh and Paddy Rodgers welcomed Summit delegates, outlining the agenda for an exciting and productive day ahead and celebrating the support from the room to drive action across the region.

Helen McIntosh President of the South East London Chamber of Commerce

Helen has served almost four terms as President of the South East London Chamber of Commerce. Helen is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, and was made a Fellow of London South East Colleges in 2023 in recognition of her significant support as a strategic partner in influencing the region’s skills agenda. Helen has worked in public affairs for over 30 years and represents Landsec U&I on the Chamber’s Board.

Paddy Rodgers Director Royal Museums Greenwich

Paddy Rodgers is the Director of the Royal Museums Greenwich (RMG), which comprises the National Maritime Museum, Cutty Sark, Queen’s House, Royal Observatory and Prince Philip Maritime Collection Centre, and attracts 2.5m visitors annually. Paddy is a lawyer with a long history of experience in the shipping industry, previously serving as CEO of Euronav, the world’s largest publicly listed tanker company.