The Bristol Distinguished Address Series (BDAS)
Unique perspectives and insights from change makers, activists, entrepreneurs and people who have achieved amazing things in Bristol and beyond.
We are pleased to announce the return of the BDAS Events for the Autumn Series. This season features an exciting programme of distinguished speakers and insightful panel discussions. We look forward to welcoming you to engage, learn, and connect.
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Upcoming BDAS events
View our upcoming events as part of the Bristol Distinguished Address series (BDAS).
Thu 09 October 2025, 18:00
From Ground to Orbit: building the South West space economy
Hybrid
Join us at this BDAS event to explore how the region can lead in innovation, sustainability and economic growth through space-enabled technologies.
Wed 22 October 2025, 18:00
Thriving While Leading: Global Majority voices from health and care
Hybrid
Join us at this BDAS event to celebrate leadership, identity and lived experience in the health and care sectors.
Thu 06 November 2025, 18:00
Navigating Change: leadership, creativity, and the future of publishing
Hybrid
This BDAS event explores the dynamic evolution of the publishing and creative industries through the lens of Steven's extensive experience.
Wed 12 November 2025, 18:00
Between Digital and Physical Worlds: artists reimaging reality
Hybrid
Join Verity and a panel of artists to discover how immersive art, from VR to AR, is breaking boundaries and reimagining storytelling.
Highlights from previous Bristol Distinguished Address Series
Reimagining Our Rivers
BDAS x Festival of Nature 2025, exploring the year's theme of 'Water'.
A Tale of Two Cities: Giving Youth a Fighting Chance
Two organisations in Bristol and Canada working together to support vulnerable youth and reduce violence.
Nick Hounsfield in conversation with Maggy Blagrove
The founder of The Wave talks about blue health and the power of surfing.
Dr Guy Bailey
A celebration of the life of UWE Bristol Honorary Graduate, Dr Guy Bailey OBE.
Shirine Khoury-Haq: a human approach to leadership
Hear from Co-op Group's CEO and UWE Bristol alum, Shirine Khoury-Haq, as she shares her ideas on the values that underpin good business.
Walking as Time and Space: an evening with Sir Richard Long
A conversation with celebrated Bristol land artist, sculptor and UWE alum, part of Being Human Festival 2024.
Crossing Generations
A Black History Month Celebration Special, with Dr Edson Burton and guests.
Danielle Mulder
BBC Group's Director of Sustainability, Danielle explained how the BBC is becoming nature positive.
The Women's Work Lab
A conversation with Camilla Rigby and Rachel Mostyn, Co-Founders and CEOs of Bristol-based business the Women's Work Lab, as they explain how and why they are doing well by doing good.
Levi Roots
Chef, musician and entrepreneur Levi Roots shared his captivating story in conversation at the Watershed as part of the 2024 Bristol Distinguished Address Series.
Poku Osei
Poku Osei, founder and CEO of award-winning social enterprise Babbasa, joined us as part of the spring 2024 Bristol Distinguished Address Series.
Jonny Keeling
Jonny, Head of the BBC Natural History Unit, joined us as part of the Autumn 2023 Bristol Distinguished Address series.
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