Industry Events
Members from Women in Logistics UK attend various industry events. Invitations to meet at these events are often posted on the LinkedIn discussion board so please check there for more information.
Confident Leader Workshop
Thursday — 9th of September 2010
Rugby
everywoman have created this fast-paced 'taster' workshop to introduce their specialist leadership programmes to women working in management positions within Transport and Logistics.
To book your free place, click here: www./.../theconfidentleader.
13 — 16 October 2010
The Logistics & Supply Chain Forum, on board MV Arcadia
The Logistics & Supply Chain Forum offers senior logistics & supply chain professionals a personalised schedule where you can:
- meet with potential new product & service providers
- listen to industry thought leaders in conference and workshops
- extend your personal network amongst industry peers
Attendance as a delegate is free of charge, but strictly by personal invitation. To find out how you may qualify for an invitation, please contact Christine Fleming, email or to find out more about the event, please see www.logisticsforum.co.uk.
16th — 19th November 2010
Birmingham
IMHX 2010 — the International Materials Handling Exhibition — is a must—see event for logistics professionals. Taking place only once every three years, IMHX is the UK's premier logistics, materials handling and storage exhibition, showcasing thousands of products and services from right across the supply chain.
Read more on www.imhx.biz
Membership Events
As well as being represented at industry events, Women in Logistics UK offers members the opportunity to attend a mix of educational, networking and fun events organised by the group.
North—West Networking event
Thursday 16 September 2010, 6.30pm — 9pm
Tapas & Networking at La Tasca, Trafford Centre, Manchester
Come along to make some new contacts and raise the profile of your business in a relaxed environment.
For more information and to book, follow the link Networking event WiL UK North West or contact Marie per mail at Marie Boyer
The Midlands Birthday event
Thursday
16 September 2010
7pm - 9.30pm
Gefco UK Ltd
Unit 13, Central Boulevard,
Prologis Park, Coventry, CV6 4BX
Coffee, cake and speed networking are all on offer along with an optional depot tour (bring your own safety shoes).
Places are strictly limited for what promises to be a great event so please email Ruth Waring to book your place.
North East Networking
Tuesday 28 September 2010,
6pm — 8pm
Morning Room, Rockliffe Hall, Darlington, County Durham, DL2 2DU
The infamous Women in Logistics networking experience finally reaches the North East. Women & men are welcome to join us in the luxurious surroundings of Rockliffe Hall, newly opened as a hotel and meeting venue. Come along to meet local professionals, promote your business, share your logistical nightmares and success stories and hear what membership of Women in Logistics UK entails.
This promises to be a great event so please email Emma Simkins now to book your place.
Wednesday 6th of October 2010
AutoWindscreens, Britannia Road, Chesterfield S40 2UZ
If you've ever wondered how your logistics skills might be useful to charitable organisations or you'd like to learn about extreme logistics operations in exceptionally challenging environments, please come along to hear speakers from Transaid, Oxfam, DFID & Raleigh International.
For more informations please look on the flyer WiL UK Logistics and Charity
To book please fill out the booking form.
Central London Networking event
Monday 22nd of November 2010
The next networking event in London. Don't miss it and put a note in your diary. The venue to be confirmed soon.
More details for booking will follow.
Professional Development Day
Thursday 2nd December 2010
Wright Hassall LLP, Olympus Avenue, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV34 6BF
More details to follow
Christmas Party
Thursday 2nd December 2010, £25
The Village Hotel, Dolomite Avenue, Coventry Business Park,
Coventry CV4 9GZ
James Bond Themed Party Night
Village Hotel - Christmas Party WiL UK
Booking details to follow