The Entrepreneurship Society release 24/25 programme of events after hosting a successful panel
The World of Work Institute and Entrepreneurship Society (supported by HELAB) host a successful AI, Innovation and Investment panel!
On 19 November, the Reading Entrepreneurship Society in partnership with the World of Work Institute welcomed students for an exciting speakers’ panel titled ‘AI, Innovation and Investment’.
The panel featured three distinguished guest speakers: Dobromir (Dob) Todorov, Technology Startup Enthusiast, HBA member & Investor, Entrepreneur, and Business & Technology Advisor; Nisreen Ameen, Top 100 Marketing Influencer of 2024, AI in Marketing expert, and Ambassador for Research, Institute of Directors; and Petterson Carvalho, Entrepreneur, Investor, and Business Advisor.
The seminar attracted over 40 students from across the University, eager to learn about the transformative impact of AI on entrepreneurship. The speakers shared insights on how AI is revolutionizing products, services, and business models, enabling rapid market entry and innovation.
Discussions covered a range of topics, from local to global market trends, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of AI’s role in reshaping the business landscape. The speakers emphasized the importance of experimenting with AI tools and developing technical skills, which are highly sought after by employers. A show of hands revealed that all attendees were already familiar with AI chatbots like ChatGPT.
A highlight of the seminar was the discussion on AI strategies for SMEs. The speakers unanimously agreed that SMEs have AI strategies and use AI tools across their operations whether for automation, marketing, and recruitment to drive growth.
The event concluded with Prof Keiichi Nakata, Head of the Digitalisation, Marketing and Entrepreneurship Department and a member of the World of Work Institute, extending a vote of thanks to the speakers, Sam Hirsch, President of the Entrepreneurship Society, and the students. Attendees were then invited to network and enjoy refreshments.
The Entrepreneurship Society has released the programme of events for the remainder of 2024/2025 which all students and alumni are invited to attend.
Students and alumni are invited to attend a rich programme of events hosted and delivered by the Entrepreneurship Society in co-operation with HELAB. These are the events:
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Event |
What? |
When? |
Where? |
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Improving Your Communication |
Safa Irfan will lead a workshop for students, professionals, and alumni about how they can level up their communication skills to be more successful. |
2/12/24 Start 18:00 |
Room 108, Henley Business School, Whiteknights Campus |
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Opportunities in Startup Internships
Joined with the consulting society |
We are joined by Kyle Tan to explore how internships in startups can unlock unique opportunities for growth, with insights and practical takeaways to kickstart your journey. |
28/1/25 Start 18:00 |
Room 108, Henley Business School, Whiteknights Campus |
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What full-time means for an entrepreneur. How to survive as a startup founder |
This event will feature incredibly successful business owner Felix Weaver, founder of Thiiia as he shares his story of struggles and successes with his own venture. |
11/2/25 Start 18:00 |
Room 108, Henley Business School, Whiteknights Campus |
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Investing Your Money for the Long Run |
Attendees will learn from an expert about ways to invest their money long term and achieve their investment goals. |
25/2/25 Start 18:00 |
Room 108, Henley Business School, Whiteknights Campus |
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Change: In Business, Society, and the Environment |
This year’s annual Flagship Conference is focused on the theme of “Change”. Using this theme, our speakers will touch on a multitude of topics that will provide attendees with insight they can use in their own journeys. Paul Lindley will deliver the keynote speech |
18/3/25 Start 18:00 |
Room G11, Henley Business School, Whiteknights Campus |
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12 Questions to Answer for Angel Investors |
Jurek Sikorski, a successful founder and investor, will lead a workshop teaching attendees the “12 Questions to Answer for Angel Investors.” |
22/4/25 Start 18:00 |
Room 108, Henley Business School, Whiteknights Campus
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Dark Truth of Digital Marketing |
Students, professionals, and alumni will have the opportunity to learn from Stewart Smith about the “Dark Truth of Digital Marketing.” |
65/25 Start 18:00 |
Room 108, Henley Business School, Whiteknights Campus |
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Grow Your Network |
To finish off an exciting year of events, the society will host one last networking event, for members to meet new people and expand on existing relationships. |
19/5/25 Start 18:00 |
Room 108, Henley Business School, Whiteknights Campus |
Be sure to mark your diary!