NICEC Network Meeting - Skills & Growth: the role of Career Development Work

Thank you to those of you who joined us to mark the 50th anniversary of the foundation of NICEC.

The event in Birmingham on September 22nd in Birmingham focused on the central role that Career Development plays in supporting the economy by helping meet the ever-changing skills needs within the labour market to support growth and prosperity. 

Speakers included:

1.   Stephen Isherwood, Institute of Student Employers

2.   Claudia Jaksch, Policy Connect

3.   John Hall, West Midlands Combined Authority 

4.  Sandra Oribine (Cheyne), Skills Development Scotland 

5.   Prof. Tristram Hooley, University of Derby

6.   Dr Chris Percy, NICEC Fellow and CareerChat UK Co-founder (recorded presentation)

A lively debate took place with the panel discussing the role we play and the tension that can exist between supporting both individuals and the wider economy.

This was followed by a drinks reception where we celebrated our achievements across 50 years.

A write up of the event will be posted here in due course. A recording of the session can be found below...