Invitation Letter
READYCON UNITED KINGDOM 2023
Dear teachers,
On behalf of our organisation and our valued team of expert speakers, we warmly invite you and your students to a nationwide online broadcast, READYCON United Kingdom 2023. This event aims to delve into the latest trends and innovations within selected industries that are shaping the future of the job market.
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The broadcast is happening on 23 November 2023, 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. (recordings will be available for playback from 24 November to 8 December).
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The content is live-streamed online and projected directly in classrooms via data projectors.
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The content of the broadcast is primarily tailored for students who are approaching the end of their studies.
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Thanks to this online format, participation is free of charge for students and teachers.
By utilising the online format, we managed to attract experts from across the country as well as from abroad. Together, we have prepared lectures that go beyond traditional online presentations, incorporating various shots and illustrations, resulting in an engaging and captivating viewing experience.
EVENT OBJECTIVE
READYCON provides secondary school students with an overview of current trends in selected industries. Consequently, they can make more informed decisions when choosing their future career path. Our vision is to annually support tens of thousands of students in preparing for their future within the world of work and support their smooth transition from the school desk to a meaningful career.
WHY JOIN?
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Your students will receive valuable insights into the future of various industries that can help them make more informed career choices in the future.
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The content of the broadcast can also be useful for the teachers as well as the students, since they can watch the event as supervisors.
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Students will receive a complimentary worksheet, along with an educational e-book about trends in their industry field and other useful career development topics, together with tips for extracurricular activities.
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The content of the broadcast is pre-recorded and edited in post-production. It features numerous shots and illustrations, resulting in an appealing and compelling viewing experience.
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If you are interested, we can facilitate connections between you and a variety of experts from our community. With this network, you can develop new relationships and foster collaborative partnerships.
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Teachers and students will gain access to the archive of the broadcast.
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Participating in the event is time-efficient. In case of interest, all we would need from you is to organise the aforementioned projection via a data projector in your classroom/classrooms.
AGENDA OF THE BROADCAST
23 November 2023, from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.
The broadcast consists of eight parallel industry-specific streams. Your school can choose in advance which industry-specific stream or broadcasts you wish to live stream (one broadcast = one classroom needed). The content is focused on following topics:
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Trends in Electrical Engineering
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Trends in Information Technology
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Trends in Civil Engineering
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Trends in Mechanical Engineering
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Trends in Marketing & Management
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Trends in Trade & Services
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Trends in Healthcare
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Trends in Finance
AGENDA OF THE INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC STREAMS
TRENDS IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
9:00 Opening of the broadcast
Opportunities in the Space Industry - Electrical Engineering
Michaela Musilova, Head of Research & Project Manager @ Needronix
Renewable Energy Revolution: Powering the Future with Sustainable Solutions
Deji Ogunsola, Director & Founder @ EWI Recruitment
Smart Future, Connected World: A Dive into IoT
Ozane Efeturi, IoT Business Analyst @ Surrey County Council
Wired for Success: Unlocking the Potential of Electrical Engineering
Viviene Dela Cruz, Researcher @ University of Nottingham
10:00 Closing of the broadcast
TRENDS IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
9:00 Opening of the broadcast
Opportunities in the Space Industry - Mechanical Engineering
Anisa Qureshi, Space Content Creator @ YouTube
Nano and Microtechnologies: Small Scale, Big Impact
Lindsay Hanson, Head of Nanotechnology Innovation @ Nicholas Kirkwood Ltd
Engineering the Future: Exploring the Intersection of Hardware, Robotics, and Labour
Brennon Williams, Founder & CEO @ Infinity-Metaverse
The Power of 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing
Dwight Mitchell, Owner @ Mitchell & Son 3D Printing Service
10:00 Closing of the broadcast
TRENDS IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
9:00 Opening of the broadcast
Building a Sustainable Future: Innovations in Materials and Construction
Emily Walport, Senior Materials Engineer @ Arup
The Importance of Digitization in the Construction Industry: BIM and Augmented Reality
Andrew Johnson, Digital Learning & Development Lead @ BIM Academy
The Future of Cities: Smart and Green Solutions
Charlie Cook, Founder & CEO @ Rightcharge
Designing Tomorrow: Unveiling the Shape of Architecture to Come
Lenka Petrakova, Lead Architect @ Zaha Hadid Architects
10:00 Closing of the broadcast
TRENDS IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
9:00 Opening of the broadcast
The Indispensable Role of Cybersecurity in the Digital Age
Sarah Armstrong-Smith, Chief Security Advisor @ Microsoft
Three Technology Trends: IoT, AI and 5G That Will Change Your World of Work
Priya Kurien, Global Telco Leader @ IBM Institute for Business Value
Artificial Intelligence and Chatbots: Threat or Opportunity?
Justin E. Lane, Co-founder & CEO @ CulturePulse
Big Data, Big Insights: Navigating the Future of Information Technologies
Kuldeep Singh Naga, Code Coach @ Jam Coding
10:00 Closing of the broadcast
TRENDS IN MARKETING & MANAGEMENT
9:00 Opening of the broadcast
Personal Branding to Get Your Job
Amelia Sordell, Founder @ Klowt
Management or Not? Exploring Career Paths and Choices
Chris Croft, Management Speaker & Author @ Chris Croft Training - Management
Behavioural Economics: The Psychology Behind Consumer Behaviour
Shiraly Amoils, Behavioural Economics Consultant
Project Management: The Future of Business?
Theocharis Papadopoulos, Professor @ Hult International Business School
10:00 Closing of the broadcast
TRENDS IN TRADE & SERVICES
9:00 Opening of the broadcast
Navigating the Digital Frontier: E-commerce and the Metaverse
Ivan Trancik, Founder & CEO @ SuperScale
Customer Experience, Personalisation and Privacy
Susan Raab, Managing Partner @ Customer Data Platform Institute
The Future of Hospitality and Gastronomy
Ffion Cumberpatch, Programme Manager of Gastronomy @ University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Beyond Borders: The Future of Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Dympna Mckenna, Freelance Content & Copywriter
10:00 Closing of the broadcast
TRENDS IN HEALTHCARE
9:00 Opening of the broadcast
Innovations in Healthcare: Exploring the Future of Medical Technology
Iulius Dragonu, MR Scientist @ Siemens Healthineers
Pharmaceuticals: Current Trends and Future Directions
Andrew Croydon, Director of Education & Examinations @ The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry
The Future of Healthcare
Scott McKenzie, Managing Director @ Scott McKenzie UK Ltd
Unlocking the Secrets of Biotechnology
Vin Jivan, College of Engineering Manager @ The American University of Kurdistan
10:00 Closing of the broadcast
TRENDS IN FINANCE
9:00 Opening of the broadcast
Democratising Finance: The Power of DeFi & Blockchain
Demilade Oluwasina, Lead Consultant @ Learnible Global
The Hidden Power of our Money
Dan Sherrard-Smith, Founder & CEO @ MotherTree
Take ownership of your life
Gustavo Machado, VP of Design @ Pipedrive
Driving Change: The Power of Impact Investing
Jai Street, Founder & Independent Financial Advisor @ Mindful Wealth
10:00 Closing of the broadcast
USEFUL INFORMATION
To start the broadcast at your school, you only need to:
1. Complete the registration on the link above.
2. On 23 November 2023, at 8:45 a.m., prepare the projection equipment (data projector, laptop, internet connection and speakers, if available) in the classroom (or classrooms).
3. Then start the broadcast for the students from the link you will receive after completing the registration.
CONTACT PERSON
Allow me to conclude on behalf of our entire team and the experts by expressing our sincere hope that your school would consider participating in this year's READYCON. Should you have any further inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact me. I am here to assist in any way I can.
Kristina Horinkova • School Engagement Manager
kristina.horinkova@readycon-edu3.com
+44 20 4586 6186
With kind regards,
Kristina Horinkova & Team READYCON
