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September Newsletter

BUD September Newsletter – BUD is BUDDING!  September has flown by so quickly with so much news to share!  Here is a brief summary of some of the projects we’ve been working on!  ELEVATE! We held wonderful workshops with our great Peer-to-Peer network. They delivered workshops around Demystifying Investment, Powerful Storytelling and much more. Through …

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Elevate Peer-to-Peer Networking Event

Elevated through Peer-to-Peer Networking.   “Together we are stronger” “Inspired” “Connected” “Confident”.   At BUD we hosted a fantastic event aimed at bringing together businesses and create and promote shared values and goals. The event was electric and full of great activities and workshops that inspired and encouraged many to seek for skills outside of their community.  …

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Emma Cain – “I had to stand my ground, and say to them to you need to show me a bit of respect” 

As part of our Empowering Women in Construction podcast series, we’re broadcasting stories from amazing women across the country. On this week’s episode, we spoke to Emma Cain.  Emma is an Operative currently working with Tarmac, and has worked in the industry since 2019. She is currently nominated for the ‘Top 100 Most Influential Women …

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Megan Haslam – “As more women get into those rooms, and get into those conversations, more people will realise the benefits”

As part of our Empowering Women in Construction podcast series, we’re broadcasting stories from amazing women across the country. On this week’s episode, we spoke to Megan Haslam. Megan Haslam, Source: https://awards.ciob.org/project/megan-haslam/ Megan has worked for Sir Robert McAlpine for 6 years, and has recently started as a Sustainability Manager. She is also a Chartered Construction …

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Gender inequalities  – why do they happen?

It is well documented that there are gender-related inequalities in some of the UK’s biggest companies and industries.  For example, women make up just 0.81% of all mechanics, technicians and electricians. There is also evidence of a correlation between gender imbalances in industry and a gender pay gap; as an example, Tool makers, tool fitters …

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Embracing change – why it matters 

Work IS changing.  Summarised by the Cranfield School of Management, “the nature of work, the workforce and work relations are being reshaped by changing demographics and greater diversity, increased global integration, technological advancement and increased competitive pressures for organisations, both in product markets and for employees due to socio, political and economic shifts.”  You might …

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