Women in Business Series, Focus on: Accelerating Social Mobility

Bringing together Bristol business leaders to share insight, advice and best practice to improve social mobility in Bristol organisations.

We will discuss: Work placements, apprenticeships, community engagement and other key initiatives in social mobility at Clarke Willmott and Bishop Fleming.

Guest keynote speaker - Lisa Pollard, Director of Education for Palladian Academy Trust.

Lisa’s value base revolves around the belief that all children and young people deserve an equitable and excellent education system that empowers them to reach their potential, she will talk about the importance of education and working with businesses in social mobility.

Guest panel includes:

• Karen Higgins, Head of ESG, Clarke Willmott - sponsor keynote and panellist. Karen will share insight into Clarke Willmott's work with the Social Mobility Foundation.
• Anna Averis Chief People Officer & Partner, Bishop Fleming
• Emma Colwill, Co-Founder, Not Impossible
• Dan Jones, HR Director, Clarke Willmott

There will be a chance to get involved in Q&A discussion and network with guests.

We will be hosted at the brand new office of our sponsors, Clarke Willmott in central Bristol. There is on street parking nearby and the building is accessible.

Host or Publisher Bristol Women in Business Charter