Entering the Tech World: Your Seat at the Table

Entering the Tech World: Your Seat at the Table

By Halo

Curious about tech? Join us at Halo House for honest chats, fresh ideas, and new faces - open to students and early-career pros.

Date and time

Location

Halo Service Solutions

Gipping Way Stowmarket IP14 1GJ United Kingdom

Lineup

Agenda

3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Arrival and Registration

3:15 PM - 3:30 PM

Intro from our CEO, Paul Hamilton

3:35 PM - 4:35 PM

Panel Discussion with Halo Employees and Sheridan Ash MBE!


- Learning to be technical, without a technical background - What women can bring to the table - Turning bias in to an opportunity to exceed expectations - Speaking up and self-advocacy

4:35 PM - 5:00 PM

Networking and Refreshments

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Keynote Session

Sheridan Ash MBE

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Casual Buffet Dinner and the chance to chat to Halo employees and network!

Good to know

Highlights

  • 4 hours
  • In person

About this event

Business • Career

Thinking about a future in tech? Whether you're a student, a recent grad, or just getting started in your career, come along to Halo House for an afternoon of honest conversations, fresh ideas, and meeting new people - as part of Women in Tech week!

Halo, the UK’s second most valuable software company and the world’s most unconventional workplace, is rewriting the rulebook. By challenging Silicon Valley norms, we’re redefining what it means to build great software - and great teams.

This event, hosted by Halo, is designed to support and empower women who are starting out in the tech world. Expect open discussions, personal stories from the women of Halo, practical advice, and a community that’s ready to champion you.

We'll also be joined by Sheridan Ash MBE, as our keynote speaker. Named Most Influential Woman in UK Tech 2024 by Computer Weekly, Sheridan is the founder of Tech She Can and a leading voice in tech, diversity, and digital skills. With a background at PwC and across government and industry, she brings sharp insight into how tech can drive meaningful change.

What to expect:

  • Opening remarks from Paul Hamilton, CEO of Halo
  • Keynote & Q&A with Sheridan Ash, trailblazer and advocate for women in STEM
  • Panel discussion led by Rosa Gaffney and four women from Team Halo, exploring real experiences and challenges across the tech industry, including

There’ll be time to network with the Halo team, ask questions, and meet others navigating similar paths. Refreshments and an informal buffet dinner will be served!

*Free transport to be organised from: University of East Anglia, University of Essex, Anglia Ruskin University and University of Suffolk

Please email amy.ward@imaginehalo.com for any questions.

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Oct 16 · 15:00 GMT+1