As Leeds marks the 10th anniversary of the Leeds Digital Festival, the city is showcasing more than just a decade of digital growth, it's highlighting a thriving ecosystem where health innovation and digital and data excellence align. With a tech sector growing 125% faster than the national average and a reputation as a health innovation powerhouse, Leeds is not only transforming care today but also shaping the workforce of tomorrow.

At the heart of Leeds' health and care ecosystem lies an ambitious initiative - the Leeds Health and Care Academy. Unlike conventional training and education models, the Academy’s work is not confined to the NHS and social care. It is a system-wide, collaborative venture that is feeding, growing, and sustaining local talent through a unique blend of innovation, equity, and community engagement.

As Leeds continues its journey toward becoming a healthier, fairer and more inclusive city, the Leeds Anchor Network (LAN) stands out as a driving force for change. Since 2018, this pioneering partnership of major local employers has been working together to harness their collective influence, through employment, procurement and place-based investment, to improve health and wellbeing across the city. With a shared commitment to "good work," the LAN is helping to create more inclusive pathways into employment, developing local talent, and supporting long-term careers for people across Leeds.