Title: Next Generation: Network, Connect, Share

Venue: Rushmills House

Description: Building your career today is about more than just doing your job well. It is about making the right connections, understanding how to communicate your value, and having the confidence to share your story.
 

Join us for Network, Connect, Share, a Next Gen Chamber event designed for ambitious young professionals who want to grow their confidence, develop their personal presence, and build stronger connections in business.
 

This session will bring together two inspiring speakers with different career journeys, each offering valuable insight into what it takes to stand out, create opportunities, and grow as an emerging professional.
 

We’ll hear from Jessie Cotton, Sales Manager at Eckland Lodge, who will share her journey from leaving school at 16 and completing a business apprenticeship, to building a successful career in sales within the construction industry. Jessie is passionate about helping young people see that there is no single route to success, and that practical experience, confidence, and backing yourself can open unexpected doors.
 

We’ll also hear from Carys Wellicome, Membership Coordinator at Northamptonshire Chamber and Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce. After graduating from the University of Northampton with a first class degree in Marketing and Promotion, and being named Digital Northants’ One to Watch, Carys has built a career around communication, relationship-building, and supporting local businesses. Alongside her role at the Chamber, she also leads as Women’s Captain and Team Manager for Northampton Casuals Rugby Club, bringing leadership and teamwork into everything she does.
 

Together, Jessie and Carys will share honest insight into building a career, finding your voice, creating opportunities, and stepping into leadership. Attendees will have the chance to learn from real experiences, connect with like-minded people, and leave with practical inspiration they can apply in their own journey.
 

For businesses, this event is also a valuable way to invest in emerging talent. Encouraging young employees to attend helps them build confidence, strengthen communication skills, develop their professional presence, and expand their network. It is an opportunity to support future leaders within your organisation while giving them fresh ideas, broader connections, and greater confidence to represent both themselves and the business.
 

Whether you are looking to grow your network, build your confidence, or support the development of the next generation in your team, Network, Connnect, Share is an event designed to help make that happen.

 

5:30 – 6:00 Arrival and informal networking

6:00 – 6:15 Welcome and introductions

6:15 – 6:45 Jessie Cotton, Sales Manager at Eckland Lodge

6:45 – 6:55 Questions

6:55 – 7:15 Carys Wellicome, Membership Coordinator at Northamptonshire Chamber and Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce.

7:15 – 7:30 Questions and close.
 

Free Parking available.