IEP Yearbook 2023

The employability sector is a great place to work, and we’re pleased to bring these inspirational stories to our members and the wider sector to shout about the great work employability professionals do day in and day out. This collection of inspiring stories charts employability professionals’ remarkable achievements and learning journeys since the inception of the IEP in 2012.

Here is an inspiring Yearbook entry from…

Patrice Buddington AIEP | LIFT Digital Hub Coordinator, London Borough of Tower Hamlets

What were you doing 12 years ago?

Working in Higher Education as a Widening Access Officer.

What are you doing now?

Working as a sector specific employment programme coordinator.

What have you learned along the way?

Understanding barriers to employment for under-represented groups, data is important, and creating accessible engaging resources helps.