18th September | 10am – 1pm | The Council Room at SOCI, Belgravia, London

We are thrilled to invite you to our latest networking event in London, sponsored by Get Set UK, on September 18th at The Council Room at SOCI in Belgravia. This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with peers, learn from expert speakers, and engage in thought-provoking discussions that will inspire positive change within the employability sector.

Thomas Harley, CEO of Get Set UK, expressed his excitement for the event, stating: “This year’s IEP networking event in London is going to be the best yet. As sponsors, Get Set UK searches for the most interesting and well-informed speakers to join us in delivering thought-provoking topics to stimulate positive change in our sector.

“IEP Fellows Jane Knight FIEP and Liz Sewell FIEP will be joining us to talk about supporting women back into work, a vital conversation that needs more consideration across our sector and beyond. Claudine Adeyemi-Adams FIEP, Founder and CEO of Earlybird, will also join us to discuss how AI can create a different future for the employability sector by supporting both participants and practitioners.

“We look forward to networking with colleagues across the sector at September’s event!”

Here’s what’s in store:

10:00 | Registration & Networking

10:30 | Welcome from Amy Lucas MIEP, IEP Networking and Events Consultant

10:35 | Welcome from Sponsors – Thomas Harley FIEP, Get Set UK
Group Chief Executive

10:40 | Seminar 1 – Women and Work: What You Need to Know About Engaging Economically Inactive and Unemployed Women and Supporting Them into Work

This session promises to offer practical advice and insights on addressing the challenges faced by women in the workforce.

Speakers: IEP Fellows Liz Sewell FIEP, Managing Director, Belina GRoW and Jane Knight FIEP, Founder of Successful Mums Academy

11:20 | Speed Networking

11.40 | Seminar 2 – Creating a Utopian Future with AI in Employment Support

This session explores the transformative potential of AI in employment support, allowing you to delve into some of the latest advancements in AI and how these innovations can support a positive future for the sector – whilst provoking discussion around potential challenges and risks posed by AI.

Speaker: Claudine Adeyemi-Adams FIEP, Founder and CEO, Earlybird

12:20 | Lunch & Networking

13:00 | Event Close

“We are excited to have Get Set UK as our generous sponsor for this event again,” said Scott Parkin FIEP, Group CEO of the IEP. “They are an all-in-one support partner, offering comprehensive services in employment, training, careers, and health, which helps people reach their potential regardless of their circumstances.”

This event is free for all IEP Members to attend – and for non-IEP Members a small cover fee applies – with refreshments provided.

But spaces are limited. So don’t miss out on this chance to gain valuable knowledge and connect with industry experts. Secure your ticket here now: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/instituteofemployabilityprofessionals/1319313

We look forward to seeing you there!

For further information or enquiries, please contact IEP Networking and Events Consultant, Amy Lucas MIEP, at amy.lucas@iemployability.org