Virtual Jobs Fair helps employers looking to the future
Cambridge Network's popular series of recruitment events continues next month with an online Jobs Fair on 14th May.
Upcoming webinars focus on topical issues to help your business
Whatever the stage and state of your business, Cambridge Network is aiming to help you navigate the maze of issues that are having an impact – from immigration to account management, employee benefits to managing and leading change. Its series of free webinars, continuing throughout this month, tackle all these subjects, with experts from Network member companies offering useful information and…
Network's first online business lecture looks at the future of AI and machine learning
'What next for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning?' That is the question to be tackled by Professor Neil Lawrence of the University of Cambridge on Tuesday 21st April, as Cambridge Network responds further to the coronavirus crisis by taking its business lecture series online.
How to recruit from behind our screens
The focus turns to recruitment next week when Cambridge Network continues its popular series of free webinars, with the first of a trio of sessions to help HR managers and recruiters navigate virtual activity as it replaces face-to-face communications.
Cambridge Network members line up to present free webinars
Cambridge Network's ongoing series of free webinars, which continues this week (tomorrow -Weds 1 April), includes diverse topics ranging from risk management and personal finances to recruitment and immigration.
Update from Cambridge Network's CEO
Cambridge Network is working hard behind the scenes to support local businesses and the community at large at this difficult time. John Gourd, Cambridge Network's CEO, provides an update on Network activities and initiatives:
Virtual team working? Learn how to make the best of it
Cambridge Network's response to the Covid-19 outbreak - a series of free webinars* - continues this week, with a look at how to get the best out of virtual teams.
Help for jobseekers during a time of uncertainty
Are you facing redundancy? If your future working life is looking uncertain, Cambridge Network's Recruitment Gateway team is here to help.
Crisis communications webinar to be repeated due to popular demand
Cambridge Network's free Coronavirus Crisis Communications webinar tomorrow (Thursday 19th March), featuring the inspiring communications consultant Simon Hall, has proved so popular that a second session has now been added.
Network members learn how to get things done
Are you swamped by the demands of your daily life? Do you wish you could do more in less time with less stress?
Meeting explores the elusive concept of creativity
What is creativity? How can individuals and organisations harness it? And is creativity a game-changer in 2020?
What next for graphene?
Graphene has long been heralded as the wonder material, with much press around its discovery in 2004. It was going to be used to for everything – not least faster electronics and graphene touchscreens. So, is it living up to expectations?
Creativity in business: is it a game changer?
In these uncertain times, creativity is in very high demand. Dr Alex Carter of the University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing Education (ICE) will explore the ways in which creativity can be fostered in your organisation at a special Cambridge Network event on Monday 24 February (8.30 to 11am).
Season's greetings from the Cambridge Network team
Merry Christmas! As the new year approaches, Cambridge Network's CEO John Gourd and the Network team look forward to continuing high levels of activity and success in 2020.
High turnout reinforces success of Cambridge Network recruitment events
Cambridge Network's recruitment team finished the year on a high, with more than 200 candidates attending its last recruitment event of 2019.
Cambridge Network welcomes early opening of A14 bypass
A large part of the A14 project will open next Monday (9 December). Cambridge Network Executive Director Claire Ruskin says: "We are delighted to see such a huge project managed well and delivering ahead of schedule so far."
Cambridge Network attends Bank of England briefing
Cambridge Network hears many views from its members every week, and frequently gets asked to exchange updates with organisations outside Cambridge. For example, the Bank of England had a detailed briefing session yesterday (Tuesday), which was attended by the Network's Executive Director, Claire Ruskin.
David Cleevely takes the helm at Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Hub
One of Cambridge Network's founding directors, David Cleevely CBE FREng, has been appointed as Chair of the Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Committee, which oversees the highly successful Enterprise Hub. David will replace Ian Shott CBE FREng, the founding chair of the Enterprise Committee.
Skolkovo Foundation joins Cambridge Network
Skolkovo Foundation, a world class institution based near Moscow, has joined Cambridge Network as a member.
Business Lecture explores the interfaces between science and engineering
Cambridge Network’s popular business lecture series returns on Wednesday 6 November with a talk by Professor Nigel Slater from the University of Cambridge Department for Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology. This multidisciplinary department works at the interfaces between engineering, chemistry, biology and physics, forming collaborations which one day will have a beneficial effect on…
Good news for commuters: A14 improvement scheme to open a year early
The new A14 dual carriageway between Cambridge and Huntingdon, part of the biggest road upgrade in the UK, is today confirmed to open a year ahead of schedule.
Recruitment evening is a resounding success
Cambridge Network's Recruitment event last week (Thursday) attracted a host of quality candidates and was declared a huge success by exhibiting employer companies and job seekers alike.
Cambridge Network continues to grow to further support the Cambridge ecosystem
Cambridge Network has announced the appointment of John Gourd, formerly of Johnson Matthey, as its new Chief Executive. Claire Ruskin, CEO for the past eight years, continues with the Network in the role of Executive Director.
Summer holidays are over: what's on in Cambridge this month
This time of year always feels like the start of a new term and a time to start afresh, which may be why Cambridge Network events seem to have a career focus this September. And getting recruitment and retention processes on track is crucial for any organisation, all the time.
Cambridge Network carries on making important connections
Now in its 21st year, Cambridge Network continues to bring people together to meet, share ideas and collaborate for shared success. The Network's unparalleled role in connecting people was highlighted by two events last week – its annual Founders' Summer Party and the latest in its popular series of recruitment fairs.