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BGU Apprentice Shortlisted for Public Sector Award
Andrea Riggall, Apprentice Partnerships Assistant at Bishop Grosseteste University, was shortlisted for this year’s Public Sector Service Compact Higher Apprentice of the Year award 2018. Andrea is a Higher Business and Professional Administration apprentice working within the Partnership Development Team at BGU. Her apprenticeship training is being delivered by BGU as part of the introduction of apprenticeship provision both to internal staff and external students. In addition to being shortlisted, Andrea made it to the final three in a category that saw significant numbers of nominations from across the county. The judging panel, compromising representatives from across Lincolnshire's Apprenticeship and public sector provisions, noted the high quality of the work Andrea had undertaken and the institution wide impact it has had in supporting training for staff from a range of areas and departments across the University. Following the judging process finalists and award winners were presented with certificates at a ceremony on Friday 30th November by Lincoln MP Karen Lee. In Spring 2019 Andrea and Nadine Chapman (another BGU apprentice – Advanced Management) hope to share their experience of being an apprentice within BGU during an Erasmus trip to Cyprus. Apprenticeships offer a range of exciting benefits to potential participants including: No course fees A salary allowing you to earn while you learn An industry recognised qualification, along with valuable experience If you are interested in becoming an apprentice, either as the first step in a new career or to further your development in your current one, you can contact Emily Hughes, Partnership Development Manager at BGU, to discuss how an apprenticeship can change your life. -
Student offers #TimeToTalk about Mental Health
Jack Berkeley, a third year Business (Team Entrepreneurship) student at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU), recently took to the streets of Lincoln with a cardboard sign offering people the opportunity to share their mental health stories. -
Let LiNCHigher help you ‘Find Your Future’
LiNCHigher presents Find Your Future - #ThinkBIG a free celebration afternoon at Suncastle Skegness on Sunday, 10th March at 11:45am until 3:30pm. -
BGU Invited to Join Research England Pilot Group
Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) is delighted to have been invited by Research England to join a specially selected Pilot Group comprising 21 higher education institutions. The Group will inform the development of the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) through February to May 2019. -
Lecturers explore the purpose and value of education to kick off new debate series
Lecturers and students at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) kicked off the first in a series of "In Conversation with...." events with a lively and sometimes controversial discussion about the future of education. -
Unique Opportunities for Young Entrepreneurs at New Whisby Teenage Market
BG Futures, the Careers, Employability & Enterprise Team at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU), are once again taking the Lincoln Teenage Market on tour, hoping to inspire and support young entrepreneurs from across the wider county. The Lincoln Teenage Market will be heading to the Natural World Centre at Whisby on the 7th August as part of a partnership arrangement with Lincs Inspire and North Kesteven District Council. Entrepreneurial young people are invited to trial new business ideas, and sell creative products at this special Teenage Market in the unique setting of the nature reserve. Traders and performers aged between 10 and 29 are able to apply for a free stand at the event, and family friendly entertainment including free face painting provided by The Natural World Centre will take place throughout the day. Becky Goodman, Enterprise Development Manager, and Nikki Smith; Careers, Employability and Enterprise Adviser at BGU, said: “We are delighted to work with the team at The Natural World Centre to offer young traders and performers the opportunity to trade at a market in such a terrific venue and unique setting.” If you’d like to find out more about the Lincoln Teenage Market or perhaps get involved as a trader or performer at the next event, please contact the Teenage Market team at: teenagemarket@bishopg.ac.uk. You can also follow Lincoln Teenage Market on Facebook. -
Students Experience the Magic of Amazon on Behind the Scenes Tour
Students on the BA Business course at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) recently enjoyed a trip to LBA2; one of Amazon’s latest Fulfilment Centres at Doncaster. The core goal of the trip was to see first-hand the magic that happens after customers click ‘buy’ on Amazon.co.uk and how the highly organized logistics allow Amazon to deliver for their customers. Through the behind the scenes tour the students were also able to gain an insight into the operations of this global business and discover how Amazon look after their employees in terms of health, safety, wellbeing and welfare. Becky Goodman, Module leader on the BA Business Project Based learning module, highlighted the importance of taking learning outside of the classroom: “Site visits such as this are instrumental in aiding the learning and development of our students; it is key that their learning experiences extend beyond the classroom, and we are thankful to Amazon for providing our learners with such a fantastic opportunity to see how a truly global business operates first hand.” If you’re interested in a future in international business or in starting your own company, our business courses are the perfect path to take. You can find more information on them on our website or by contacting our Enquiries Team. Any businesses who would like to work with our learners to share their knowledge and expertise can contact BG Futures, BGU’s Careers, Employability and Enterprise team, by emailing bgfutures@bishopg.ac.uk -
BG Futures Tenant White Wealth Management share their start-up story
White Wealth Management, a BG Futures tenant since October 2017, are approaching the end of their journey with the Business Incubation Hub. Danny White, owner and director, shared his start up story and reflected on how being a BG Futures tenant has benefited his business. Danny worked in NatWest bank from 2001 and became a Regulated Financial Advisor in 2005. Following changes in regulation in January 2013 the majority of UK banks exited the face to face financial advice market. Danny developed his new skills in a role at a company in Nottingham for two years. During this time, Danny worked towards becoming a Chartered Financial Planner and, in 2017, became a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society; it was in October of the same year that he decided to set up White Wealth Management. Danny felt the initial transition from employment to self-employment was a fluid one: “I had a set of skills that were easily transferable in terms of employment. Through contacts from my previous roles, it was quite clear there was a demand for advice in areas such as pensions and inheritance tax which was exacerbated by UK banks exiting the advice market.” Of course, setting up his own business was not without its challenges: “I found it really difficult getting used to cash flow; some complex pension cases could mean there would be a 9-12 month wait for remuneration” Ultimately, though, Danny felt encouraged by the amount of referrals he received from other financial advisors, as well as glowing recommendations from clients; thus spurring him on to grow and develop his business. Through all of his experience being self-employed, good and bad, Danny feels it is key to have a plan when you start your entrepreneurial journey but above all: “Research your market and be prepared to fail and adapt” When asked about his time at BG Futures Danny said: “The BG Futures approach to building a community atmosphere is great. In addition, the managed office space at BG Futures is great value, professional with some great facilities.” Becky Goodman, Enterprise Development Manager at BG Futures, praised Danny’s growth and his impact on BG Futures: “It has been great to see Danny’s business flourish during his time with BG Futures, and it has been great to have White Wealth Management as part of our community. White Wealth Management have contributed greatly to the BG Futures offer, supporting the BGU Enterprise Club networking events, the charity events we have held, and to our community in the Business and Enterprise Centre by being there for other co-businesses and their colleagues. We will certainly miss Danny and his team when they move on after their 2 year period of business incubation with us in BG Futures” If you have got a vision for your own business but aren’t sure where to begin then the BG Futures team are the perfect place to start. With facilities and expert support available in their incubation centre, they’ll be able to get you on the road to success. Visit our website or contact them today to see how you can start your own adventure. -
Lincolnshire entrepreneurs rewarded in county Young Enterprise Final
The county’s future entrepreneurs were rewarded for their hard work as part of the Young Enterprise Lincolnshire County Final at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU). The final, which took place in the University’s Robert Hardy Building, saw six teams of Sixth Form students from four schools across Lincolnshire pitch and show off the businesses they set up at the start of the academic year. Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School’s Revival team were the big winners on the evening, scooping the Lincolnshire Best Company 2019 award as well as the Best Financial Management award. Other winners included Signa Printing of Caistor Grammar School, who were awarded Best Presentation, and Lincoln Minster School’s Retro Clothing who picked up the Best Marketing award. In addition, Tidy Tools from The Priory Academy LSST were announced the Best Company 2019 Runners-Up. Young Enterprise is a national charity that aims to give students key employability skills outside the classroom. Throughout the academic year, students come up with a business and then sell its products at events. They have to manage their businesses finances, marketing and social media. Becky Goodman, Enterprise Development Manager at BG Futures, explained why the project was held in high regard by BGU: “It was great to host the Young Enterprise Lincolnshire County Final here at BGU. As a university we are passionate about enterprise and developing enterprising skills, competencies and mind-sets. “Being enterprising is something that individuals can apply to all aspects of their life and work and it is great to see the YE teams exhibiting these great qualities so early on in their careers.” Jack Green, of Dunholme Chillies and Viper Printing, was one of the guest speakers at the final and praised the impact of the Young Enterprise initiative: “The Young Enterprise initiative is a great opportunity for teenagers to have the opportunity taste what life is like in business. There is a huge amount that isn't taught in mainstream education, but having the hands-on experience allows these students to learn more about different areas of business and how to engage with people in different areas. “I'm sure each student has learnt something new and I would encourage any student with an interest in business to take part in Young Enterprise.” If you’re interested in a future in business or in starting your own company, our business courses are the perfect path to take. You can find more information on them on our website or by contacting our Enquiries Team. Any businesses who would like to work with our learners to share their knowledge and expertise can contact BG Futures, BGU’s Careers, Employability and Enterprise team, by emailing bgfutures@bishopg.ac.uk List of Winners: Best Presentation – Signa Printing (Caistor Grammar School) Customer Service - Hey Happy(Caistor Grammar School) Best Financial Management – Revival (Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School) Best Marketing – Retro Clothing (Lincoln Minster School) Best Team Work – Integration (Lincoln Minster School) Best Company 2019 Runners-Up – Tidy Tools (The Priory Academy LSST) Lincolnshire Best Company 2019 – Revival (Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School) -
Former BG Futures Tenant Think2Speak goes from strength to strength
A year on from completing her incubation session at the BG Futures Business and Enterprise Centre, Lizzie Jordan, Founder and CEO of Think2Speak, has been looking back on her journey as an entrepreneur, and how being a BG Futures tenant helped Think2Speak grow in its formative years. Lizzie’s life completely changed in 2006 when she was widowed and then diagnosed with HIV. From these personal experiences Think2Speak, an award winning social enterprise, was born: “Think2Speak believe that communication skills are integral to young people’s lives, and confident communication empowers, protects & enables decision-making. Our programmes embed these integral skills, which are pivotal to the quality of relationships, and successes whether in education, employment, or life.” Lizzie knows from her own experiences as an entrepreneur that being self-employed isn’t for everyone; it is all consuming and hard work and not everyone is cut out for it. However, Lizzie acknowledges the tireless effort can produce incredible rewards which, for her, included receiving recognition from NatWest on their WISE100 list. When asked about Think2Speak’s time in BG Futures Business and Enterprise Centre, Lizzie said: “BG Futures has a special place in my heart; it is where the idea of Think2Speak germinated. I was able to benefit from the team within the building, and also the wider network and resources that being based at BGU tapped us into. The foundations that I built whilst based in BG Futures, paved the way for us to grow substantially and 2019 saw us move into commercial premises in Marshall’s Yard in Gainsborough.” Becky Goodman, Enterprise Development Manager at BGU, commented: “Think2speak’s work as an award winning social enterprise is fundamental to driving change, and to giving people the confidence to have a voice. It is great that BG Futures could provide a platform from which Think2Speak has been able to grow, and to make positive connections across Lincolnshire and beyond. At BG Futures we are particularly proud of the partnership work that Think2speak has been able to develop with the wider university offer, and I am pleased to see the annual conference #T2SLive19 back at BGU in November. We look forward to seeing Think2Speak continue to grow and effect positive change.” In addition to enjoying fantastic successes with Think2Speak Lizzie has gone on to become ‘one of the UK’s highest profile HIV advocates’ working as a consultant and speaker for various pharmaceutical companies and as a Visiting Lecturer at a number of universities. Through these roles she discusses her experiences, her story, HIV and sexual health with audiences varying from Year 7 secondary school classes to conferences and pharmaceutical board strategy meetings. If you have got a vision for your own business but aren’t sure where to begin then the BG Futures team are the perfect place to start. With facilities and expert support available in their incubation centre, they’ll be able to get you on the road to success. Visit our website or contact them today to see how you can start your own adventure.
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