Kent And Medway Manufacturing Focus Group (KMFG): 30th September 2026

*PLEASE NOTE* KMFG is now a CLOSED GROUP specifically set up to support the Manufacturing & Engineering organisations in Kent & Medway, including education providers.   

** Only registered attendees will be admitted to the event ** Please book your place now to avoid disappointment.

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Kent & Medway Manufacturing Focus Group (KMFG) is a networking and business group for Manufacturing & Engineering organisations across Kent and Medway offering a unique access to peers and colleagues, sector specific information, advice and support.

The group meets every last Wednesday of the month, alternating between face to face meetings and site visits, see our website for details of future events https://kentemployerskillsplan.org/

KMFG is open to all manufacturing and engineering organisations in Kent & Medway alongside education providers, whether they are chamber members or not.

Lunch will be provided on arrival with tea and coffee as well as the opportunity to network with other local business representatives before our keynote speakers.

KMFG will enable the Manufacturing & Engineering sector to influence in a more concerted way the different agenda’s that are key to business growth and success.

Headline Topic

Navigating Change: Manufacturing Challenges, Business Support and Influencing Government Policy

The manufacturing and engineering sector continues to face significant challenges, from rising costs and skills shortages to evolving regulations and economic uncertainty. In this special KMFG session, we are pleased to welcome Tudor Price, Chief Executive Officer of Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce, who will provide an overview of the current landscape facing businesses across Kent and Medway and beyond.

Drawing on the Chamber’s extensive engagement with employers, Tudor will explore the key challenges affecting the sector, highlight the practical support available to businesses, and explain how employer feedback gathered through the Chamber helps shape regional and national policy discussions.

As part of the British Chambers of Commerce network, Kent Invicta Chamber plays an important role in ensuring the voices of local businesses are heard at the highest levels. Attendees will gain valuable insight into how the Chamber works with employers to identify priorities, influence decision-makers, and help create a stronger business environment for manufacturing and engineering firms.

Guest Speaker

Tudor Price, CEO – Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce

A skilled business leader within both the private and public sector. Proven operational and contract delivery experience with broad commercial expertise in all corporate functions. Experienced Chairperson and facilitator at national and regional level representing cross sector engagement.

Specialities: Leadership, Presentation & communication, Committee work, Bid writing, Economic Development, Relationship management, Operational design & delivery, Contract performance and delivery.

Kenward Trust

Kenward Trust is a Kent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by addiction and substance misuse. Through its residential rehabilitation programmes, resettlement accommodation and recovery services, the charity helps individuals rebuild their lives and make lasting positive change.

Set within a beautiful countryside location in Yalding, Kenward Trust provides a unique environment for recovery, wellbeing and personal development. Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn more about the charity’s work and the impact it has across Kent and Medway.