Connect Through Service live
Schedule
Wed Sep 23 2026 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Crowne Plaza Belfast by IHG | Belfast, NI
About this Event
Connect Through Service LIVE is Northern Ireland’s leading event dedicated to supporting veterans, service leavers, currently serving personnel, blue light professionals, cadets, and their families.
This unique event brings together employers, charities, support organisations, financial advisers, healthcare providers, and emergency service organisations under one roof to help attendees explore new opportunities, gain expert advice, and build meaningful connections.
Whether you are preparing to leave service, seeking a new career, looking for support, or simply wanting to connect with like-minded people, this event is designed specifically for you.
Who Should Attend?
This free event is open to:
- Veterans
- Service Leavers
- Currently Serving Personnel
- Police Officers and Staff
- Fire and Rescue Personnel
- Ambulance Service Personnel
- Pr*son Service Staff
- Search and Rescue Volunteers
- Armed Forces Reservists
- Cadets aged 16+
- Spouses and Partners
- Children aged 16+
What You’ll Find at the Event
What You’ll Find at the Event
💼 Careers and Recruitment Zone
Meet employers actively recruiting individuals with military and emergency services experience. Previous exhibitors have included organisations such as Thales, EY, Securitas, and Woodside Logistics.
💷 Financial and Healthcare Zone
Receive expert advice on pensions, mortgages, insurance, healthcare, and wellbeing.
💙 Charities and Support Services Zone
Connect with organisations providing support with mental health, housing, family services, and transition assistance.
🚁 Search and Rescue Zone
Learn about volunteering and career opportunities with organisations such as SARDA NI, RNLI, and other specialist rescue teams.
🚨 Emergency Services, Reserves and Cadet Forces Zone
Explore opportunities within the Police Service, Fire and Rescue Service, Ambulance Service, Armed Forces Reserves, and Cadet organisations.
🎤 Guest Speakers
Hear from inspiring speakers who have successfully transitioned from service into business, leadership, and community roles.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
Build valuable connections with employers, charities, and fellow members of the service community.
Why Attend?
- Discover exciting career opportunities
- Get tailored advice from trusted professionals
- Meet organisations that understand your background
- Explore volunteering and service opportunities
- Access support for you and your family
- Connect with others who share a common experience
- Included with Your Registration
- Free entry to the event
- Access to all zones and speaker sessions
- Complimentary goody bag
- Networking opportunities throughout the day
- Reserve Your Free Ticket Today
Places are limited and demand is expected to be high.
Register now to secure your place at Northern Ireland’s most significant event for the service community.
Where is it happening?
Crowne Plaza Belfast by IHG, 117 Milltown Road, Belfast, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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