CILT holds event for young logistics professionals

The event is free to attend and takes place on Monday 11th January 2016 from 5.30pm – 9.30pm, at Reading Town Hall.

Aimed at young professionals aged 35 and under, the event will discuss progression through the logistics and transport professions and provide information for those who wish to further their careers, are considering embarking on a career, or currently studying in this area. Industry experts from Oracle, Waitrose, Reading Buses, AEB, Canterbury Christ Church College and DHL will be on hand to share their experiences and explain what is needed to succeed in each sector.  

Keynote addresses will be given by
• Beverley Bell FCILT, CILT President
• Paul Brooks FCILT, renowned thought leader and global logistic influencer
• Bethany Fovargue, Women in Logistics Woman of the Year 2015 

Claire Umney, general manager at AEB International (pictured), said: "Logistics, global trade, and supply chain management as a whole are highly complex business sectors, subject to both continuous growthand constant dynamics. Training and education are incredibly important to keep up with constantly changing regulations and to truly grasp how all the various business areas and different partners of global supply chains collaborate to deliver smooth logistics services across borders. Understanding how integral IT has become for logistics today is a basic requirement for a successful career in these sectors, and as a provider of supply chain management solutions we have a great interest in supporting young professionals and to help them succeed. We’re delighted to sponsor this CILT(UK) initiative and look forward to meeting aspiring logistics experts in January."

The event takes place on  Monday 11th January 2016, 5.30pm – 9.30pm at Reading Town Hall, Blagrave St, Reading, West Berkshire RG1 1QH. Food and drink will be provided. Following formal presentations, networking will continue in the adjacent pub.