Bright Network Black Heritage Future Leaders 2023
Join us at Black Heritage Future Leaders, where 200+ of our bright Black Heritage members will learn from and connect with senior leaders representing over 25 leading global employers.
Top reasons to attend:
- Celebrate and be inspired by professional achievements of Black Heritage senior leaders
- Identify and connect with employers who prioritise DE&I within their organisation and culture
- Widen your options and discover opportunities in sectors you haven't explored or considered
Don't miss out on attending this exclusive event - click the "Apply Now" button at the top of the page to secure your spot today!
The event is running in a hybrid format, so you can attend virtually or in-person. However, virtual attendees will not be able to network with the employers, so we recommend attending in person.
Why attend
Be inspired by industry leaders
Network with senior professionals at top firms and learn from their challenges and successes to inform your early career
Identify inclusive and diverse employers
Meet with our partner firms who are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment and discover career opportunities with them
Explore a range of graduate programmes
Speak with recent graduates who were once in your place and gain advice to widen your options post-graduation
Who can attend
Black Heritage undergraduates studying at a UK university who are graduating in 2024, 2025, 2026 (or 2027 if on a four-year course)
On track for a 2:1 or above and demonstrate academic excellence
Additional skills gained from extracurricular activities/work experience will be viewed favourably
Employers joining us
Schedule
2 Oct 2023
Member arrival and networking
For in-person attendees, this involves chatting to other members in the main exhibition room (standing and walking).
Welcome & keynote
For in-person attendees, this is a seated session in the main presentation room.
Panel: The importance of diversity and inclusivity and how it enriches the workforce
For in-person attendees, this is a seated session in the main presentation room.
Networking (in-person attendees only)
This part of the event involves talking to other members and employers at their exhibition stands (standing and walking).
Panel discussion and networking
During this session, in-person attendees will either be attending a panel session or networking to ensure everyone has an opportunity to have a valuable conversation with the employers.
Panel discussion and networking
During this session, in-person attendees will either be attending a panel session or networking to ensure everyone has an opportunity to have a valuable conversation with the employers.
Skills session
For in-person attendees, this is a seated session in the main presentation room.
Wrap up and next steps
For in-person attendees, this is a seated session in the main presentation room.
Gallery
What people say about this event
"It was refreshing to hear about the work being done within organisations to improve diversity and inclusion. It was also empowering to hear how the speakers navigate being Black in the professional world."
"I didn’t know that my skills would be so transferable. I love science and I thought that was my end goal but this event has increased my options. Continue doing the hard work you’re doing; it’s making such a difference."
"Loved networking and meeting potentials that I may work with in the future. Also, information on the application and interview process - the dos and don’ts when preparing for interviews, what to expect, transferable skills and more.”
Location
Virtual or in person - 155 Bishopsgate, EC2M 3YD
Frequently asked questions
Please note all timings on the agenda for Black Heritage Future Leaders correspond with British Summer Time (BST).
Please refer to our FAQs here if you have any queries about attending a Bright Network event in-person.
If you have any questions about attending Bright Network Black Heritage Future Leaders as a virtual attendee, we have gathered all the most frequently asked questions here. Please note that for this event, if you attend virtually you wlll not to be able to join the networking sessions.
For information on inclusivity measures at the event, take a look at the Black Heritage Future Leaders 2023 DEIB and accessibility page.
You can also take a look at our Support Hub for further questions. If you require anything else, please get in touch with our Events Team - events@brightnetwork.co.uk.
To confirm your place at the event, you may be contacted by call or text by the Bright Network team. Please make sure your details are all correct and up-to-date on your profile.
Photography and videography will be taken at the event.
Travel reimbursement:
We would really like all our students to be able to have the opportunity to attend our events and we want to support where possible. Anyone attending our autumn events (excluding FESTIVAL) in-person is eligible for a reimbursement of up to £30. To request a reimbursement, complete and submit this form with any supporting documentation to events@brightnetwork.co.uk.
You need to attend the event in full to receive the reimbursement. Reimbursements will be sent out after the event you are attending. You need to have submitted the form by 01/10/23, 11:59pm in order to be eligible.
Please note: As we are providing students with the opportunity to meet top firms free-of-charge, and due to the size of the event, Bright Network are not able to cover travel expenditures for FESTIVAL.
Share this event
