The People Behind Your Progress | Who’s on Your Personal Advisory Board?
This event marks the launch of the Birmingham Connexion Career Collective series, bringing our mission to life: supporting women and allies in male-dominated industries through connection, visibility, and opportunity.
We will showcase the power of strong networks and equip attendees with practical tools to build their own “personal advisory board” and network with confidence to accelerate their career growth.
Agenda
Informal networking over lunch to encourage cross-level and cross-industry introductions
Welcome and framing of CCC’s mission, highlighting the value of connection, mentorship, advisory support, and career growth
Main session: a 30-minute inspiring panel discussion, followed by facilitated discussion
Audience Q&A
Structured networking designed to foster meaningful connections
Close: invitation to join the CCC community platform to continue the conversation, with regular quarterly regional catch-ups to help members “Pay It Forward”
Audience
CCC community members (cross-generational women and allies in tech, financial services, professional services, and other underrepresented industries)
Corporate partners and sponsors
New attendees interested in joining CCC
Key Messages
CCC exists to support the future state of work for women.
Networking is not transactional, it is about building mutually beneficial relationships and growing your social capital.
Every career-focused woman should have a personal advisory board to provide support, strategy, and advocacy.
CCC thrives on a Pay it forward ethos.
Outcomes & Impact
Attendees leave feeling inspired with actionable networking strategies
Greater clarity on who they want on their personal advisory board and why
New connections to take forward and impact careers and business
New to Connexion Career Collective? Your first event is on us! Use code WELCOMETOCCC at checkout. CCC members can book their place for £7.50 and returning guests £19.50.
