Presidents' Day 2025 | Bright Network
What is Presidents' Day?
Presidents' Day is an in-person networking, training and skills event designed to help you take your society to new heights.
If you're a society president or co-president, you're invited! Come along to gain expert advice on running a society, as well as tips to support your future career, too.
Join us on Wednesday 13th August for an exclusive training day in the stunning Central London offices of our employer partner, AlphaSights. We’ve developed this event to help you prepare for the year ahead as a society leader and to explore how your society committee role can help you secure future opportunities.
Through a number of skills sessions and inspiring keynotes with business leaders, we’ll be providing you with the tools you need to elevate your society and make lasting connections with like-minded students and societies.
To submit your application, click the “Apply Now” button at the top of the page. Spaces will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Why attend
Discover how to drive your society forward
Gain expert insights and advice from key business leaders through a variety of workshops, panels and keynotes on essential skills you can develop in your society role
Network with leading professionals
Meet and connect with the team at top graduate employer AlphaSights and get exclusive insights and advice about its graduate opportunities
Build connections and knowledge-share
Meet other society leaders from across the UK to grow your network and help you connect with like-minded, driven students
Who can attend
We welcome Bright Network members who are currently at university and will be graduating in 2026, 2027, 2028 or 2029.
You must be a society president or co-president for the upcoming academic year and attend a UK university.
You must be at least 18 years old to attend this event.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Presidents’ Day 2025 free?
As always, Presidents’ Day is a free event.
What time will Presidents’ Day 2025 start?
Presidents’ Day will take place in the afternoon, from 3pm until 6pm. Please note, we'll give you an arrival time between 2:15pm and 2:45pm. All timings correspond with British Summer Time (BST).
Where is Presidents’ Day 2025 being held?
Presidents’ Day will take place in person in The City of London, at AlphaSights' office. This is an in-person event, and all confirmed attendees will be sent the address and arrival time via email ahead of the event.
Can I apply on behalf of my society?
If more than one committee member would like to attend, each committee member must apply separately. For example, if both the president and co-president of your society would like to attend, please fill out individual application forms.
If you have any other questions, please get in touch with us at societies@brightnetwork.co.uk.
What will I need to get into the event?
Once your place has been confirmed for the event, you will just need to tell us your name and bring a form of ID on the day. You will then be directed to collect your name badge for the event.
What should I bring?
Bring a pen, notepad and a bottle of water, and you’ll be set for an excellent afternoon ahead.
How should I prepare for the event?
There’s no need to prepare – just come with an eagerness to learn about how you can develop in your committee role this year, and any questions you might have for our speakers!
What is the dress code for the event?
The dress code is smart casual.
Will any food or refreshments be provided during the event?
There will be snacks and drinks provided during the break and networking session.
Can I get travel reimbursement for the event I’m attending?
Unfortunately, as this is not one of our flagship events, Bright Network does not have the resources to cover full travel expenditure for this event. However, in some extenuating circumstances, you can apply for financial support. Priority will be given to those most in need.
I can no longer make it. Who should I tell?
Please email us as soon as possible to let us know if you can no longer attend, so that we can offer your place to someone else, as this event is very popular! Failure to inform us could result in becoming ineligible for future Bright Network events.
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 Bright Network profile.
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This event is always popular, so we recommend getting your application in as soon as possible. Let us know with any questions and we look forward to seeing you there.