Talks
Gates Cambridge Annual Lecture 2024
A global turning point: how to escape the permacrisis: Reid Lidow, Michael Spence and Mohamed A. El-Erian
In conversation with Chris Boardman MBE
Mon 18 January 2021
Intellectual Forum, Jesus College.
Chris Boardman is a cyclist, presenter, businessman, and now the Cycling and Walking Commissioner for Greater Manchester. As a racer, he won Olympic Gold, wore the Yellow Jersey of the Tour de France, and broke the Hour record on numerous occasions. Nicknamed ‘the Professor’, he pioneered efforts to apply technology such as wind tunnels to improve bike design and rider performance. After retiring from racing, he founded Boardman Bikes, and was appointed as the first Cycling and Walking Commissioner for Greater Manchester, using his skills and experience to improve active travel opportunities for all.
Please join us to hear Chris discuss everything from his life before racing, to the work he is doing now to make Manchester more livable.
Cost: Free
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Venue
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