Events

Past Events

• X-Forces: Self-Employment Discovery Workshop

  Tuesday, February 20, 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, partners and families.

• Building Heroes - 2024 dates for Construction Multi-Skills course

  Monday, February 19, 2024 - Monday, June 3, 2024 Cardiff and Vale College

  Building Heroes - 2024 dates for Construction Multi-Skills course. At Building Heroes, our programme is designed to equip our learners with essential skills, boost career prospects, and provide a supportive community that understands the unique challenges faced by those who have served or are connected to the military. We look forward to welcoming three new cohorts of learners in 2024 on the following dates: 19th February - 22nd March, 15th April - 17th May and 3rd June - 5th July. Spaces for our courses are filling up quickly, so if you are interested please click for more information or to enroll on our website.

• Milsop Virtual Networking - New Member Welcome Party!

  Wednesday, February 14, 2024 Online

  Milsop Virtual Networking - New Member Welcome Party! Save the date! 14 feb, 10.30am, free Zoom event. If you run your own business or are thinking of starting one, then this Virtual Networking Session is for you! I know, as a business owner, just how important networking can be for both my business and my own personal growth. But I also know how difficult it can be to build a network because of this transient military life – so how would you like access to other Milspo’s in business, all over the country (and maybe the world!) without even leaving the house? We are a community of amazing business leaders all over the world, and it seems such a shame that we miss out on the ability to network together. Military life doesn’t have to be so lonely – it’s time to meet people just like you, building amazing businesses despite the challenges of modern military life. Click to register.

• BFBS Webinar with MCN

  Wednesday, February 7, 2024 Online

  BFBS Webinar with MCN, 7 Feb, 12-3pm, online. Find out more about the BFBS SMSpouses programme and digital culture, and find out: What a Social Media Manager does, What a Content Writer does, What a UGC Creator does, And all about the free training you can access!
  MCN Members can register for the event on the MCN site. If you're not a member yet you can join for FREE as the partner of a serving person, a veteran, or a reservist, click to sign up.

• Recruit for Spouses Workshop - Gaining Control of Your Finances

  Monday, January 29, 2024 online

  Join RfS on January 29th from 10am-11am for a financial guidance workshop hosted by Lester Brunt Wealth Management.
  Exclusively designed for military spouses, this free session covers essential financial topics such as: income tracking, effective budgeting, savings & investments, goal-setting, understanding & protecting your Credit Score, insights into frauds & scams, and guidance on creating a personalised Action Plan.
  This is the first workshop in a three-part series that aims to help you equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate the current financial landscapes and make informed decisions with confidence. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your financial literacy and secure your future.
  Please register at: https://forms.office.com/e/Pr3SymTJ2Q

• EDF Energy Apprenticeship Open Day

  Saturday, January 27, 2024 Sizewell Visitor Centre

  Join EDF for their apprenticeship open day at Sizewell B!
  Wondering if an apprenticeship is the right fit for you or someone you know?
  Discover the benefits of apprenticeships and gain insights into exciting career opportunities.
  To book your place, email Sizewellbtours@edf-energy.com

• BFRS National Careers Fair @Tidworth

  Thursday, January 25, 2024 Tidworth Leisure Centre, Nadder Rd, SP9 7QN

  BFRS National Careers Fair @Tidworth, Thursday, 25 January 2024 from 09:30 to 13:30. Where extraordinary opportunities and exceptional candidates entwine! BFRS events are designed to connect forward-thinking companies with exceptional talent from the Armed Forces Community (AFC)! We believe there is no substitute for genuine human interaction and at these events, we put the spotlight on personal connections. Providing a thriving platform for hundreds of highly skilled and motivated people from the AFC, eager to explore new career pathways. Meet and interact with potential employees, understand their unique skillsets, and be part of their journey towards a successful civilian career. Click to register.

• JP Morgan Access Programme with RFS - Intro Session

  Thursday, January 11, 2024

  JP Morgan Access Programme with RFS - Intro Session on 11 Jan at 12-1pm on Zoom.
  What can ACCESS do for you …..Come and meet some of the JPMorgan team keen to understand your employment challenges and to talk about a new programme they hope will overcome some of these. ACCESS will create a platform alongside other key partners to provide valuable insights, resources, and strategies enabling you to overcome unique challenges and achieve career success in whatever you choose.
  Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and ask as many questions as you want to the team to understand the programme and make sure it’s right for you. The specific programme details will be shared at this meeting.
  Join us on Zoom: https://jpmchase.zoom.us/j/91982944111

• Milspo Virtual Networking January 2024

  Wednesday, January 10, 2024 Online

  Milspo Virtual Networking January 2024, 10/01/2024 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm GMT, FREE. If you run your own business or are thinking of starting one, then this Virtual Networking Session is for you! I know, as a business owner, just how important networking can be for both my business and my own personal growth. But I also know how difficult it can be to build a network because of this transient military life – so how would you like access to other Milspo’s in business, all over the country (and maybe the world!) without even leaving the house? We are a community of amazing business leaders all over the world, and it seems such a shame that we miss out on the ability to network together. Military life doesn’t have to be so lonely – it’s time to meet people just like you, building amazing businesses despite the challenges of modern military life. It’s super easy, business-focused and completely free. There’s also a free guide that accompanies this event that will help you plan your pitch and get the most out of this networking session. Click to sign up.

• X-Forces: ABF Start Up Skills Workshop

  Tuesday, January 9, 2024 - Wednesday, January 10, 2024 online

  This two-day Business Start-Up Skills course expands on the content from our Self- Employment Discovery workshop, which we recommend you attend prior to booking onto this course. This course provides members of the military community specific training to enable them to launch and sustain a business. The workshop takes a deep-dive into your business plan and contains a mixture of down to earth practical advice and essential business tools to start a successful business.
  
  The aim is to equip potential entrepreneurs with the tools to move forward with their ideas from planning to launch. The course is ideal for anyone interested in starting their own business or enterprise and is tailored towards your specific business idea.
  
  This workshop is open to military spouses, partners and immediate family.