This morning Norfolk Chamber of Commerce supported the launch event for the Norfolk Skills and Careers Festival 2018.
The event took place at The Ideas Factory in Norwich on Monday 8 January from 8am with over 40 businesses in attendance.
Attendees were able to hear from the organisers of the region’s largest careers events and learn more about the festival and how they can help to inspire, motivate students.
Mark Nicholas, Show & Programmes Director at Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association steering group leader welcomed all guests to the event and gave an overview of the event.
The guest speaker was none other than our Chief Executive, Chris Sargisson who talked about the challenges with addressing the county’s skills gap.
Business can support this non-for-profit event by taking an exhibition stand, sponsoring or volunteering.
To be part of the largest skills and careers event in Norfolk, with 70 employers, 4,500 students, 100+ careers represented across the two days. The event takes place 7 & 8 March 2018 at Norfolk Showground. For more about the festival visit https://norfolkskills.co.uk