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20th January
10:15 to 12:30
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Launch: In conversation with Jamie Laing and special guest panel!

20th January 10:15 to 12:30
Hear from Radio One Drive-time host, podcaster and entrepreneur Jamie Laing as he joins us to launch Future Me Week 2025. Jamie's talk will be followed by a panel of inspiring speakers who will share their stories and tips for career success.
This activity is offered as part of Future Me Week - five days of exciting opportunities to develop your skills, deepen understanding, gain experience and take steps towards an exciting Future You.

Jamie Laing

Jamie currently co-hosts BBC Radio 1’s Drivetime Show with Vick Hope and Katie Thistleton. He co-hosts three podcasts, with his podcast “Newly Weds” accumulating over 23 million downloads.

Jamie is a successful entrepreneur, co-founding Candy Kittens in 2012 which is now the fastest growing confectionary brand in Europe and a certified B Corporation.

Our headline speaker will be followed by a panel talk with Miriam Walker-Khan (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Reporter for Sky Sports) and Gregg Stevenson (Gold Medallist, Team GB Paralympian Rower)

There will be interactive stalls, giveaways and food available.

Photography and video recording will take place during this event. For more information, you can contact the team via futuremeweek@mmu.ac.uk

Associated Badges:

In A Nutshell...

  • Develop graduate attributes... that will help you take the next step in your career journey.
  • Increase your confidence... by developing skills that will stand out.
  • Get connected... by learning from industry experts and professionals.
  • Try something new... Future me week is the place to step out of your comfort zone.
  • Earn up to 5 Rise points ... which can be recognised within your degree.

Schedule

  • place 10:15 to 12:30 on 20/01/25 - Student's Union, Main Hall
    Launch Event