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SJL NEXUS Networking Event
Posted on 12/03/2025Last week SJL welcomed guests from the field of digital creative media to their inaugural Nexus networking event for Year 13 media students – a unique opportunity for students to connect with leading professionals and foster dynamic conversations to gain industry insights.
Guest speakers included:
- Rob Spink Vice President, Business Insights, International Digital Distribution NBC Universal
- Poz Watson, Freelance screenwriter for BBC's Casualty
- Dan Keyte Founder & Videographer Inflow Media Limited
- Eloise Phillips, Partnership Delivery Account Manager, Global
- Emma Daly, Publicity Manager, ITV
- Lauren Moore, Sports Presenter - BBC Sports & BBC London
The Nexus networking event featured a carousel-style format allowing students to engage in small-group discussions with every guest speaker. This interactive structure encouraged lively conversations, giving students the chance to discuss various career paths, gain valuable advice and discover both the challenges and opportunities within this field.
‘It was fantastic to see the level of enthusiasm and curiosity from the students at the SJL Nexus networking event. Their thoughtful questions and eagerness to learn made for an engaging and dynamic discussion and I was honoured to be part of the conversation.’
Rob Spink
‘Nexus was an inspiring experience which opened my eyes to the possibilities within the industry.’
Amara Martin, Year 13
