Events

X-Forces: Self Employment Discovery Workshop

Thursday, April 4, 2024 online

Whether you’ve already started working on your business idea or are just beginning to consider self-employment, come along to our X-Forces Enterprise business workshop and meet like-minded people. You will be guided to discover the pros and cons of self-employment for you, and offered personal support during the workshop. The host will be able to answer all your questions. By the end of this one-day workshop you should be able to make an informed decision as to whether starting a business is right for you.
Open to tri-service spouses and partners.

Other Upcoming Events

  • X-Forces Enterprise: Self-Employment training course for military spouses and partners

    Friday, July 12, 2024 - Friday, July 26, 2024 Tidworth

    Attention military spouses & partners! Are you considering self-employment?
    Spouses and partners of serving personnel who are considering self-employment can now access exclusive training sessions from X-Forces Enterprise in a comprehensive 3-day training course that explores the pros and cons of self-employment, including its implications for family and finances. This unique program fosters a supportive community where military spouses can connect with like-minded individuals facing similar challenges. Through interactive sessions, participants gain essential skills and insights into entrepreneurship.
    The next courses are scheduled for 12, 19 and 26 July, in-person in Tidworth, and an online version via Zoom on 6, 13 and 20 November.
    Generously supported by the Royal British Legion, these courses are accessible free of charge.

Past Events

  • LinkedIn Essentials with Lincoln Coutts - Forces Employment Charity

    Wednesday, March 27, 2024 Online

    LinkedIn Essentials with Lincoln Coutts - Forces Employment Charity, 27 March 2024, 11:00-16:00, Online. Whether you are just getting started or have had a LinkedIn profile for years, Lincoln Coutts will guide you through the essential tips and tricks of the platform. Increase your knowledge of social media and LinkedIn; Hear personal advice and tips from an expert in the field; Learn practical actions to improve your profile; Gain new skills to enhance your job search; Build your knowledge to network effectively online. Click to register.

  • Women into Employment 2024: Realising your worth

    Tuesday, March 26, 2024 USB London, 5 Broadgate, London EC2M 2QS

    Women into Employment 2024: Realising your worth, 26 March '24, 1000 -1800, UBS London. Women into Employment 2024 (WIE24) is the Forces Employment Charity’s flagship event, having started as an online experience during the pandemic and evolving into a live event in 2023. This year we are continuing to support women from across the whole Armed Forces community welcoming those of you preparing to leave the Armed Forces, reservists, veterans of all ranks military partners and spouses (including bereaved family members). The focus this year is on helping you to recognise and harness your potential as well as bringing you valuable and unique access to employment opportunities from across industries; all in one venue, hosted by UBS London, and in one day. Click to find out more and register.

  • Step into Health Norfolk and Waveney Insight Day

    Wednesday, March 20, 2024 Benjamin Gooch Lecture Theatre, Colney Lane, NORWICH, NR4 7UY.

    Step into Health Norfolk and Waveney Insight Day, 20 March '24, 09.30-2pm. Delivering opportunities for the Armed Forces community. The Step into Health programme connects those from across the Armed Forces community along with their families to employment and training opportunities within the NHS and Social Care. The day will include talks from partner organisations to give an insight into employment and training opportunities available, and experiences from those who have transitioned from working in the Armed Forces to working within Health or Care. Light refreshments will be available on the day. Spaces are limited and booking is essential, click book your place on the day and complete the booking form. Registrations must be made by 6 March 24.

  • Careers at the Scottish Government webinar

    Wednesday, March 20, 2024 Online - Teams

    Have you considered a career in the Civil Service in Scotland?
    Scottish Government and CTP are holding an online event to talk about their "Going Forward into Employment" scheme and working for the Scottish Government. The event is open to spouses/partners of serving military personnel.

  • X-Forces: Tri-Services Spouses & Partners Self-Employment Discovery Course

    Monday, March 11, 2024 Online

    X-Forces Enterprise (XFE) is excited to relaunch our popular 3-day training course designed exclusively for Tri-Service Spouses & Partners, of serving personnel, reservists, and veterans, who are looking to explore alternative employment options. Learn new skills and achieve your goals with our online course designed especially for military spouses & partners. Working in the group will benefit your learning experience and will develop valuable enterprise skills. Expand your horizons, build friendships and connections. Empower yourself with education benefits, get all your questions answered, and discover opportunities for you.
    The online workshop will be over three dates: 11th March, 18th March, 25th March 2024. We will start at 9:30 each day and finish at 16:30. Our course offers flexibility towards your and your family, strategically planned for only one day a week over the period of three weeks.

  • ADVANCE Network Higher Education and Further Education webinar

    Tuesday, March 5, 2024 Online

    ADVANCE Network Higher Education and Further Education webinar, 5 March 2024, 11am-12pm. The ADVANCE Network is a group of collective Scottish universities and colleges who have indicated they wish to be part of the network which has the aim of promoting education as a viable option to the Armed Forces community. The webinar is an opportunity for participants to learn about the various opportunities for study in Further and Higher education. Click to register.

  • Mission Motorsports: National Transition Event

    Monday, March 4, 2024 Silverstone

    Bringing together service leavers, veterans & family members with employers and MoD to aid successful, sustainable transition & networking opportunities for the Armed Forces community. This is a unique event which offers service leavers, veterans and their partners the opportunity to find out about careers away from the military.

  • An Insight Into Professional Services by Deloitte - London Event

    Monday, March 4, 2024 Deloitte Offices London, 2 New Street Square

    An Insight Into Professional Services by Deloitte - London Event, 4 March, 12.00 – 17.00. This event is for spouses & partners too. Transitioning out of the armed forces is a challenging time. The amount of options you have can be rather daunting – let us make things a little clearer. Join us for our next Military Insights Day event for an insight into professional services. Click to register.

  • FEC - Careers in Energy 2024

    Wednesday, February 28, 2024 Online / Livestream spaces available

    FEC - Careers in Energy 2024, 28 February 2024, 10:00-18:00, online spaces available. We are delighted to be able to offer you the opportunity to register for our Careers in Energy livestream. You will be able to join the event online between 10am and 4pm from the comfort of your home and pose questions to the panels. Please contact events@forcesemployment.org.uk for further information and to register. Brought to you by the Forces Employment Charity for the very first time, Careers in Energy 2024 (CIE24) will offer a unique insight into the energy sector and the opportunity to engage with some of the leading companies within the sector. This growing industry is of increasing interest to those seeking middle to senior management roles from the Armed Forces community. The day will provide opportunities for energy companies to offer insight into the different areas of the industry and showcase their offer to you as an employer. Hear first-hand from veterans who have gone on to forge a successful career within the sector and further information about the roles and application process. The networking session at the end of the day will give you the chance to directly engage with employers allowing you to plan into 2024 and beyond.