Role Model Event at Holland Park School
Tue 11 Dec 2018 | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Organizer
Holland Park School
Airlie Gardens
London
W8 7AF
Tel: 02079081000
Web: http://www.hollandparkschool.co.uk
Bridget Connell
I have a 30 year career as a senior female leader working in technology at DHL and O2.
I have a degree in History which I think helped my career in tech. My experience is that it isn't necessary to have traditional or expected background or expertise to work in something you are really interested in - you just have to have a real interest, curiosity, a willingness to learn and a lot of determination.
I now run my own consultancy business. I mentor and invests in ambitious technology businesses specifically where one of the founders is a woman. I am also a judge for a number of startup competition awards.
I really want to encourage others to consider how they can enjoy working in a career in technology and innovation or as an entrepreneur.
Telefonica O2 Uk Limited
About the Business Leaders
These business leaders have been chosen because their companies are growing quickly.
About the teacher and students
The event was created by Joe Holloway for 100 students at Holland Park School aged Age 14 - 18.
Event description
Inspirational speakers for outstanding students
In this session, business leaders will share insights, lessons and tips to motivate and inspire your students to make informed decisions about their future.
Speakers will ‘tell a story’ about their career journey:
• Subjects they studied and how these are relevant now
• What inspired them to choose their career path
• Their failures, as well as successes
• What their company does and why this is important
• What they enjoy most about their career
• Skills currently relevant in the jobs they are doing now.