FINOS Events

FINOS Events

Tech Gateway Presents - Big Boost Mondays

June 12, 2023
Belfast

Hosted each month by different tech firms, opening up their offices to the wider community. 

Join us on the night to hear from 3 guest speakers talking about their programs, initiatives and how to find your pathway into tech! Alongside firms sharing their DEI journey, and the importance of building a diverse workforce within the tech industry.

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About our host on the night:

Laura McClean - Head of Belfast @ Synechron

Laura is an experienced Operational Site Lead and Director of Program Management (PMO) across technical and non-technical projects with a demonstrated history of leading engineering teams in Financial technology, and private industry with a keen interest to drive innovation and strive for continuous improvement.

Joining us on the night:

Laura McClean - Head of Belfast @ Synechron

Laura is an experienced Operational Site Lead and Director of Program Management (PMO) across technical and non-technical projects with a demonstrated history of leading engineering teams in Financial technology, and private industry with a keen interest to drive innovation and strive for continuous improvement.

Topics Laura will cover:

  • Her journey into tech
  • Importance of diversity, equity & inclusion in the workplace
  • Tips & advice into how to get started into technology

Louise Brogan - CEO & Linkedin Consultant @ Louise Brogan Ltd

Louise Brogan runs a boutique marketing agency working with entrepreneurs, SME’s and professionals who want to raise their profile through LinkedIn in a genuine and valuable way.

Louise is an international speaker, and hosts the LinkedIn with Louise Podcast and YouTube channel. She lives at home with her husband, three children, and an energetic spaniel called Bruce.

In 2019, Louise was invited to attend No 10 Downing Street to represent small business and annually attends the House of Lords as one of 12 UK Local Heroes for Business. In 2021 and 2022, Louise was named a Small Business Britain Champion.

Michelle Campbell - Lead Engineer Defence, Space and Aerospace @ KX

KX has a mission to accelerate the speed of data and AI-driven business innovation enabling customers to transform into real-time, intelligent enterprises.

Topics Michelle will cover:

  • Michelle's journey into tech
  • The importance of global DEI initiatives in tech companies
  • How KX approaches and implements DEI with a global employee base
  • What companies and individuals can do to build a more diverse workforce 

Join us each month to:

'Boost your Network, your confidence, your knowledge, your career and your pathway. Big Boost Mondays!

See the full agenda and register here.

 

Synechron Belfast, River House, 48 - 60 High St Belfast, BT1 2BE, United Kingdom