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Join us for our Manufacturing Special Interest Group

We are pleased to invite you to our refreshed Manufacturing Special Interest Group, created to support trade professionals working in the manufacturing sector.

Topic:
What opportunities and challenges are you seeing in the Manufacturing industry?

This group has been created with our members in mind, providing you with expert insights, peer-to-peer guidance, and support. Our first meeting will feature brief updates from industry experts, followed by interactive breakout sessions where you'll have the opportunity to discuss the key challenges and opportunities you're experiencing in the Manufacturing sector.

Your feedback during this session will be invaluable in shaping the structure of our next group meeting in early 2025. We will also be inviting members to share their own insights and case studies at future meetings.

This event offers a unique chance to connect with industry leaders, expand your professional network, and gain a deeper understanding of current trends.

Come prepared to engage, share, and collaborate as we build a strong community of professionals dedicated to advancing this vital sector.

When: 2pm -2:45pm BST, Wednesday 16th October 2024 

Where: Microsoft Teams | Interactive event

Opening from Head of Membership Sophie Tothill 

Introduction from Sector Lead Scott Parker 

Introduction from Technical Expert Ilona Kawka

Breakout rooms 

  • What are the biggest challenges in your industry
  • What are the biggest opportunities in your industry
  • How can the Chartered Institute better support you

Feedback (facilitated by Lead and Expert)

Close from Head of Membership 

Sophie Tothill Geotag3

Sophie has built a successful career within international professional membership bodies and senior roles in the public sector. With experience at ICAEW and CIPD, she has a proven ability to drive membership growth and engagement through strong value propositions and strategic relationships. A former HR professional and Police Officer, Sophie is a passionate advocate for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) and is committed to advancing organisational success through strategic leadership and collaboration.

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Scott Parker is the Sector Lead for Manufacturing and Export Controls, dedicated to helping businesses advance in trade. With a strong focus on regulatory compliance and operational efficiency, Scott drives initiatives that empower organisations to navigate the complexities of export controls. My passion lies in supporting companies as they thrive in a competitive global market.

He is excited to continue contributing to the Chartered Institute's mission of supporting and advancing the interests of exporters and international trade, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in today’s dynamic global economy.

 

Ilona

Ilona is an expert in international trade compliance with over eight years of experience, specialising in import operations. As the lead for the Imports Advisory Practice, she excels in managing complex import processes, conducting customs and broker invoice audits, and developing policies that streamline cross-border trade while ensuring strict adherence to global regulations. Her expertise spans customs requirements in the MENAT and EMEA regions, where she has successfully mitigated risks and optimised compliance strategies for various organisations.