Hybrid: Defence IT: Tech & Skills

Schedule

Wed Nov 19 2025 at 05:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Aztec Hotel & Spa | Almondsbury, EN

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Gain unique perspectives from industry, Defence, and the Reserves – those with a foot in both camps.
About this Event

SPEAKERS

Christopher Williams

John Nicholson

Pippa Lloyd-Williams

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AGENDA

17:30 - Arrivals, drinks and networking (Aztec West Hotel, Bristol)

18:15 - Speakers:

  • A Day in the Life of a Defence Reservist – the lived experience of balancing dual roles.
  • Keynote from AtkinsRealis – insights on AI development, transferable skills, and lessons learned.
  • What I Wish I Knew – personal reflections from a Defence Reservist.
  • The RAF Cyberspace Professions Team – on capturing, recognising, and nurturing critical skills.
  • Panel Q&A – diverse perspectives from Defence, industry, and the Reserves.

20:00 - Drinks and networking

21:00 - Departure



SYNOPSIS

The session aims to ‘look down both ends of the telescope’ to gain unique perspectives from industry, Defence, and the Reserves – those with a foot in both camps. The event will delve into the challenges and opportunities in Defence IT, with personal reflections and lessons learned to inspire and support professionals at all levels.



SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES

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Our events are for adults aged 16 years and over.

BCS is a membership organisation. If you enjoy this event, please consider joining BCS. You’ll be very welcome. You’ll receive access to many exclusive career development tools, an introduction to a thriving professional community and also help us Make IT Good For Society. Join BCS today:

https://www.bcs.org/membership/events

Please note, if you have any accessibility needs, please let us know via [email protected] and we’ll work with you to make suitable arrangements.

For overseas delegates who wish to attend the event, please note that BCS does not issue invitation letters.


THIS EVENT IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:

BCS Defence IT Specialist Group

Visit: https://www.bcs.org/membership-and-registrations/member-communities/defence-it-specialist-group/

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Aztec Hotel & Spa, 110 Aztec West, Almondsbury, United Kingdom

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