Northern Ireland renewables experts Everun have been announced as one of the sponsors of NI Chamber’s Annual Lunch. The energy firm joins the line-up of big-name brands who are supporting the Annual President’s Lunch. The Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry is hosting the return of its Annual Lunch at Belfast City Hall on Friday June...
Boardroom Apprentice has recently opened its applications for the seventh year of its widely renowned and successful programme, welcoming individuals to take part in the twelve-month scheme. Throughout the year-long programme, people from all backgrounds and abilities are seated with boards across the country, promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry. Created to provide a safe space...
Tackling diversity is a tricky task for just one person to undertake, but 33 year old Polona Rogina is hoping to kickstart a movement on boosting the inclusion of people from all backgrounds and walks of life in the boardroom. Originally from Slovenia and now living in Belfast, the Talent Intelligence Manager was matched with the...
There’s only one week left to apply for this year’s Boardroom Apprentice programme online via the official Boardroom Apprentice website. All applications are to be submitted by 3pm on Monday June 19. Now in its seventh year, the Boardroom Apprentice is a UK first 12-month unique board learning, development and placement programme which enables those who would...
By Maisie Laughton Stepping out of our comfort zone can cover a range of both somewhat small and inexplicably large tasks, with Martina Bradley choosing to leap head-first rather than walk into a new environment, an experience she certainly does not regret grabbing by the horns. 46-year-old Martina was born in Magherafelt and remains based in nearby...
By Eileen Mullan Founder, Boardroom Apprentice As Boardroom Apprentice gears up to take on a new cohort of apprentices, I always find now is a good time to reflect on where our previous Boardroom Apprentices have ended up and what they have gone on to do since completing the Programme. Boardroom Apprentice is a 12-month programme that aims...
By Zahra Baz Childhood experience of being in the care system has played an important role in the career path for Harry Robinson, giving him a strong desire to give back to his local community. Currently employed as Head of School at Belfast Metropolitan College, Harry has spent 20 years working in further education helping to provide...
95% Agree Programme Has Improved Diversity Across Boards The 2023 applications now open for this year’s Boardroom Apprentice, marking the programme’s seventh year of enabling individuals from all backgrounds, abilities and ages the opportunity to learn and gain experience. Having already helped 277 people turn their dream of sitting on a board into a reality, there is...
Make a splash at your local fire station! Washing the car is far from anybody’s favourite job, so take the hassle out of it and head down to your local fire station for the National Car Wash. On Saturday, June 10, trainee firefighters from NIFRS will be on hand to make your car sparkle, with all donations...
Applications for this year’s Boardroom Apprentice programme are now open and available on the official Boardroom Apprentice website. Open to those aged 16 or over from all backgrounds and all abilities, this unique board learning and development programme is looking for a diverse range of Boardroom Apprentices to take a seat at one of the host...
