Connecting with the Future: Huntingdonshire Business Forum to Tackle Workforce Challenges
February 27, 2025
On 6 March, business leaders, educators, and training providers will gather at Cambridge Regional College, Huntingdon Campus, for Connecting with the Future: Huntingdonshire Business Forum—an event focused on addressing workforce challenges and shaping the future of employment in Cambridgeshire.
Supported by the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP), the forum will explore practical strategies for workforce development, the role of apprenticeships in business growth, and how organisations can adapt to a changing skills landscape. Collaboration and inclusivity are key to ensuring that every role, from entry-level to specialist, contributes to the region’s economic success.
Keynote Speaker: Michael Moriarty, Mick George Ltd
Attendees will hear from Michael Moriarty, Employee Services Director at Mick George Ltd, who has led innovative workforce inclusion initiatives for over a decade. His work highlights how businesses can unlock untapped talent and create opportunities for individuals facing barriers—whether young people struggling to enter the job market, prison leavers seeking a second chance, or those with additional needs. By embracing inclusivity, businesses can build diverse, resilient teams while ensuring that opportunities are accessible to all.
What to Expect
- Expert insights into the evolving skills landscape and what businesses need to do to stay competitive.
- Discussions on workforce development and how to build a future-ready, inclusive workforce.
- Opportunities to connect with industry leaders and educators to explore collaborative solutions.
- Access to the CRC Careers Fair, providing a direct link between businesses and emerging talent.
With a shared commitment to creating a strong, inclusive workforce, the forum will bring together key voices from across the region to explore how businesses can adapt, grow, and contribute to a thriving local economy.
The event is free to attend and open to businesses, educators, and training providers looking to strengthen their skills pipeline and engage with key industry voices.
Date: 6 March 2025
Location: Cambridge Regional College, Huntingdon Campus
Register now: https://www.cambridgeshirechamber.co.uk/event/huntingdonshire-business-forum-2/