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UID FESTIVAL

You are invited to celebrate the launch of United in Design at our first LIVE event

Students & Design Enthusiasts

9.00am to 1.30pm

During the morning session, students and design enthusiasts will be offered the opportunity to network with leading designers, get hints, tips and practical advice on how to enter the design industry.

Event program: 

• Welcome and networking

• Journey into the Industry: A Q&A hosted by Simon Hamilton and a panel of leading professionals

• How to Brand and Market your new design business: Branding Consultants pl_studio talk you through how to develop a strong brand identity

• Meet our Apprentices: Hear from our winning UiD Apprentices and their inspirational journey into design

• Portfolio and CV Clinic: Have your Portfolio and CV reviewed by our professionals and get hints and tips on how to present at interview

• Recruitment Drive: Meet potential employers and access our Jobs Board

• Designers “Meet & Greet”: A chance to engage in a Q&A session with renowned interior designers


 

Design Professionals, Brands & Suppliers

2.30pm to 6pm

During the morning session, students and design enthusiasts will be offered the opportunity to network with leading designers, get hints, tips and practical advice on how to enter the design industry.

The afternoon will be dedicated to industry professionals, brands and suppliers; a celebration of our collective achievements and an opportunity to thank you all for your support, to hear from our members and further educate ourselves on how to create an inclusive, diverse and thriving industry for all.

Event program: 

• Welcome and networking

• Apprenticeship Partners: Hear from our partners who have just hosted our Apprentices

• How to build an inclusive business and brand: Ama Afrifa-Tchie a Culture and Inclusion Consultant gives advice on how to create an inclusive working environment

• Become an effective Mentor: Isabel Farchy from the Creative Mentor Network (CMN) guides you through the process to foster a positive and productive Mentor/Mentee relationship



Evening Cocktails

6pm to 8pm

An opportunity for the industry to network, hear from our members, support United in Design and further educate ourselves on how to create an inclusive, diverse and thriving industry for all. 


Event program: 

  • Welcome and networking 

  • Cocktails and Canapes 

  • Meet the UiD team, our Apprentices and enjoy an evening together after so long apart