Addressing the Black Talent skills gap in STEM: Invite-only Roundtable

Attracting, recruiting and retaining the best talent is crucial to the success of the tech industry. Research – and experience – has shown a clear problem specifically with the attraction of early career Black talent and for those already working in the sector, attrition of black talent across middle management and senior level roles.

This invite-only Roundtable discussion addressed this problem, offering a forum for movers and shakers to discuss how we can build a sustainable pipeline of black talent, whilst creating an environment that supports their retention, progression and ongoing ability to innovate.

Part of the discussions also explored the intersectionality between black talent and other minority groups, such as women, neurodiverse workers and more.

Thanks you to our sponsors Marks & Clerk

Agenda

09:15 Registration and networking with refreshments 

09:45 Welcome from Olu Orugboh, CEO & Co-Founder, Black Talent & Leadership in STEM; CEO, Synergy Solutions and Chair, CW Cambridge Wireless 

09:50 Introduction and Open address by Lord Simon Woolley (video recording) 

09:55 12 months on impact report finding by Black Talent & Leadership in STEM 

10:15 Round Table Discussions 

11:05 Wrap-up and last comments 

11:15 Event closes